Google Pixel Watch is now official

Google's attempt at a smartwatch is possibly one of the worst-kept tech secrets this year. And now, we get a better and official look at the new Pixel Watch. The smartwatch features a domed, circular design with a "tactile" crown and side button. The watch is made with recycled stainless steel and swappable proprietary bands. 

It runs on an "improved" Wear OS 3 with a "refreshed UI" for improved navigation and smart notifications. Google plans to sell a cellular version of the watch to allow standalone connectivity. It will require an Android 8.0 device or later and a Google account, meaning iPhone users won't be able to use this new watch, unlike previous Wear OS devices.

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Razer unveils ultra-light Viper V2 Pro gaming mouse

Razer follows up its light Viper gaming mouse with an even lighter one. The new Viper V2 Pro wireless mouse drops more weight from 69g to 58g. But it does get more features that should appeal to esports players and enthusiasts looking for a precise, flick-friendly input for their games. It has the new Focus Pro 30K optical sensor, which promises 30,000 dots per inch resolution and 99.8% accuracy. It uses AI to guide tracking and has 26 levels of customization for height (when tracking starts or stops) versus the three levels on the original Viper. It has a dedicated DPI button, so you can tweak sensitivity even without using the software.

It also has the third-generation optical mouse switches that reportedly end accidental double-clicks and debounce delay (wait to filter out unintended input signals). It's also expected to last 25 percent longer, too. You can recharge it via USB-C. The Razer Viper V2 Pro retails for $189.99 in black or white.

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Harley-Davidson launches LiveWire Del Mar electric motorcycle

Harley-Davidson's newest electric motorcycle might be its most affordable one yet. The Harley-Davidson LiveWire Del Mar is expected to get a retail price of US$15,000. A "Launch Edition" version was available for pre-order at US$17,699. Those 100 units sold out almost instantly.

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Apple discontinues the iPod touch

Apple's last portable music player has now been discontinued. The company has said that it will continue to sell it while supplies last. But there won't be any new units made. This announcement marks the end of the digital music era that Apple started with the first iPod in 2001. The iPod touch was designed by the same team that later made the iPhone, and it was last updated in 2019. An iPod Classic was the first gadget I bought myself when I started working, so seeing this era close is quite nostalgic for me.

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