It was enterprise as regular in 2025, with solely the spectre of AI making an attempt to re-shape the way in which we work together with each type of private tech. Last yr we advised that Google’s Gemini – and its many rivals – would make extra inroads into our gadgets. Let’s click on undo and name it for 2026, when Gemini turns into a extra integral a part of Google’s house eco-system.
The following ten objects are largely freed from AI involvement and as an alternative deal with doing their job effectively with fashion and panache.
1. Nothing Ear (3) earbuds
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Nothing continues to knock it out of the park with no-nonsense gadgets which can be extremely specified and admirably priced, with out compromising on particular person design. The Ear (3) are the right working example.
2. Leica Q3 Monochrom camera
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It’s an extravagant and OTT way of exploring black and white photography, but if you wanted to shun colour in 2025, then the Q3 Monochrom is the most stylish way of doing it.
3. Polaroid Flip instant camera
Polaroid Flip, front view
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On the other hand, the newest Polaroid camera, the Flip, positively oozes spontaneity and happy accident of colour and composition. Instant photography continues to be a big hit amongst those who didn’t catch it first time round.
4. Braque speakers by Nocs Design
Braque speakers by Nocs Design
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The Braque speakers are ideal for audio minimalists, with hand-crafted cabinets that wouldn’t look out of place in a sculpture gallery.
5. Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold
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6. Alma Wireless Charger by Addition
Alma Wireless Charger by Addition
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A phone accessory that’s far removed from conventional tech aesthetics, the sleek pebble-like Alma charger snaps into place to give you added phone time without fuss.
7. Sleevenote music player
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An interesting alternative to the dominance of the streaming giants, Sleevenote – co-created by musician Tom Vek – is a player designed to shape a collection of music you own,
8. FiiO JM21 music player
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Alternatively, you can ditch the online playlists and go old school with FiiO’s latest mp3 player, the JM21.
9. WAF Audio SP-02 speakers
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NY manufacturer Waves and Frequencies made one of our favourite audio devices in the shape of the traditional, boxy and beautiful SP-02 wired speakers.
10. InkPoster frame
InkPoster frame, 28.5″ model
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InkPoster want to subtly change your physical environment without blanketing rooms in flashing pixels. Their e-ink frame is a high quality way of discretely serving up fresh art throughout the day .