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Capture the Unreachable
REEFLEX Telephoto 300–600mm lens for iPhone & Galaxy

Photograph Distant Scenes With Pro-level Detail

If you've ever tried to photograph a bird across a field with your phone and ended up with what looks like a blurry gray comma, REEFLEX feels your pain.

REEFLEX is a 300–600mm telephoto lens attachment built specifically for iPhone Pro and Samsung Galaxy flagship models.

The lens itself is built from aerospace-grade aluminum and lanthanum glass, and its optimized for the latest smartphone cameras. On an iPhone 17 Pro, that translates to 300mm optical reach in high-resolution mode, jumping to 600mm when pixel binning kicks in. It also plays nice with REEFLEX's magnetic filter ecosystem, so you can stack ND and polarizing filters on top for even more creative control.

If you're a wildlife shooter, a sports fan in the cheap seats, or just someone who really wants a decent shot of something off in the distance, REEFLEX will allow you to capture distant subjects with razor-sharp clarity.

XGIMI TITAN Noir Series:
A Dual Iris 4K RGB Laser Projector

Big Screen Energy With Serious Tech Behind It

The XGIMI TITAN Noir Series is a 4K RGB laser projector built around a dual iris system, meaning it uses two physical iris modules to control light output rather than relying on digital dimming tricks. That distinction matters more than it sounds, because optical light control is what separates projectors that look great on spec sheets from ones that actually look great on your wall.

As for contrast, XGIMI has 10,000:1 native contrast with 7,000 ISO lumens of brightness, and the hardware to back it up includes a Texas Instruments SST DMD chip, a 15-element optical system, and their own X-Vision image processing chip handling real-time dark scene tuning.

Gamers aren't an afterthought either. The TITAN Noir supports 1ms input lag, 240Hz at 1080p, and AMD FreeSync.

The TITAN Noir is clearly aimed at buyers who have done their homework and want something that punches at the high end without requiring a dedicated theater room and a high end budget.

I’m Back Roll APS-C
Digital Film Inside Your Camera

This Little Roll Turns Your Film Camera Into a Digital One

If you've got an old film camera collecting dust on a shelf, this one's for you. I'm Back Roll is a digital sensor packed into a roll-shaped housing that loads right into your 35mm camera the same way film always did. Insert it, close the back, shoot.

The tech inside is no joke either. They're using the Sony IMX571, which is an APS-C sensor that shows up in actual astronomy cameras. It connects to a small remote for shutter sync and everything stays inside the camera body, no extra screens or dangling modules.

They've been at this since 2016 and already have a previous product, I'm Back Film, in the hands of photographers worldwide, so this isn't a first-time team crossing their fingers. Leica M shooters get their own dedicated solution, and there are framing options built in for rangefinder cameras too.

If you've got a camera sitting around that deserves a second life, here’s your chance to make it happen.

Coolwill Ice Pop Maker - Redefining How Ice Pops Are Made

Fresh Ice Pops on Demand? Coolwill Makes It Happen

Do you and your kids love popsicles but want to make your own with your favorite ingredients? Well, here’s your chance.

Coolwill is a popsicle-making machine that uses a built-in compressor to freeze your pops in about 30 minutes flat, no freezer required.

It comes with multiple modes covering everything from classic fruit pops to sorbet and even chocolate, so you're not locked into one type of frozen treat. There's also a keep-cool function that holds your finished pops at temperature after the batch is done, which means no sad, melty casualties if you're not ready to eat them all at once.

The molds pop out clean and the whole thing is compact enough to move around, so it works just as well on a back porch or at a campsite as it does on your kitchen counter.

For anyone who's ever impulse-craved a popsicle and didn't want to plan their day around it, Coolwill pretty much solves that problem.

The 8-in-1 DIY Milk Frother You Can Actually Control

The Milk Frother for People Who Are Picky About Their Foam (In a Good Way)

Most milk frothers are basically a one-trick pony, and that trick is "hot foam, take it or leave it." But COLDFILL gives you four temperature settings and eight different modes, so whether you're pulling off a cold brew situation or going full cappuccino with latte art, you're in the driver's seat.

The cold setting is great for iced lattes where you want smooth mixing without turning your drink into a lukewarm mess. On the other end, the higher heat setting is built for hot chocolate and mocha vibes where you really want that deep, rich warmth to come through. Or go with an ultra-silky microfoam for drinks in between.

It also comes with a real latte-art pitcher so you can test your morning creativity. Plant-based milk drinkers will appreciate the mid-range temp options that help with flavor and texture without the separation problem that ruins a lot of oat milk drinks.

Craft every cup your way and make your drinks a whole lot more interesting!

Karo: One Titanium Tray for Every Cooking Needs

The Last Cooking Tray You'll Ever Need to Buy

Karo is a 900-gram titanium tray built to handle just about anything food related, from serving apps to searing meat over an open flame. And all without any of the usual issues like coatings that flake off or specialized surfaces that require seasoning with oil.

Karo features titanium on the outside, an aluminum core for even heat distribution, and a stainless steel base for stability. That slightly concave shape isn't just for looks, it actually keeps oils and juices from running off the sides, which means cleaner cooking and less of a mess to deal with after.

Cleanup is about as low-drama as it gets since there's no coating to protect. You can scrub it with normal tools and not stress about it. You can also grab a storage bag that holds two to four trays and has pockets for your other gear.

Karo is the perfect option for anyone who wants a convenient cooking option for home, or a super flexible option for cooking away from home.

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