#SGGQA 427: Back from CES, Apple Picks Gemini for AI, ChromeOS Support, Switch 2 Sales Down

The first podcast of 2026!

Details emerge on a RedMagic 11 Air! OnePlus might bring back a “Pro” model! Google says ChromeOS will keep getting long term support. Switch 2 sales are down compared to the original Switch.

And we should chat about this year’s CES!

Let’s get our tech week started right!
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CES 2026 Recap: AI in your PC, AI in your Phone, AI on your Face?

I’m not so stoked about all the AI talk, but this was a strong show for PC, mobile, and smartglasses! Sharing some thoughts on walking the CES 2026 show floor, and trying my best to avoid all the AI stuff… Continue reading “CES 2026 Recap: AI in your PC, AI in your Phone, AI on your Face?”

Snapdragon X2 Plus Reveal at CES 2026 (Windows on ARM Keeps Improving!)

Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon X2 Plus for more mid-range laptops and PCs. Some thoughts from the show at CES 2026, looking at the next step of AI PC. ARM PCs are the future of mobile!

More info on the X2 Plus https://www.qualcomm.com/laptops/products/snapdragon-x2-plus

Audeze Maxwell 2 Wireless Gaming Headset: The Best Gets Better

Audeze Maxwell 2 review!

The Maxwell was my favorite gaming headset, and now Audeze is back with a refresh! Maxwell 2 doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but there are some great quality of life improvements. How do you make the best gaming headset even better? Let’s take look! Continue reading “Audeze Maxwell 2 Wireless Gaming Headset: The Best Gets Better”

The Best Mobile Games of 2025 (are Mostly Console and PC Ports)!

It’s that time of year!

I’m listing out my favorite mobile games published for Android in 2025! Of course, we shouldn’t be TOO surprised that this list is dominated by older games that original launched on other platforms, but we should still celebrate good work from developers treating mobile devices with more respect.

What games were you playing on your phone this year? Did I miss any bangers? Continue reading “The Best Mobile Games of 2025 (are Mostly Console and PC Ports)!”

Halliday AI Glasses Are HERE! A Private Display Only YOU Can SEE!

Halliday Glasses are BACK in the GadgetLab!

A while back I spend some time with prototype glasses from Halliday, and now they’re sponsoring this video to show off the newly released version folks can buy! I really like glasses that can move notifications and alerts up to eye level.

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A fun twist on a Mini PC, but with some concerns: Soayan-EXR1 Review!

Soayan-EXR1 Mini PC Review!

It looks like a smart speaker, but it’s really a whole Windows mini PC! I love seeing a brand try something a little different with a SFF PC, but I do have a couple concerns with this build.

Let me explain…

***UPDATE!***

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OnePlus Pad Go 2: Best Mid-Range Tablet in North America?

OnePlus Pad Go 2 Review! This is a really cute little slate, with solid performance, and some fun features. It’s even MORE fun at a mid-ranger price! Let’s check it out! Continue reading “OnePlus Pad Go 2: Best Mid-Range Tablet in North America?”