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The BOYA Magic is now my go-to mic for everything

Published

October 20, 2025

Luigi Leonardo

Microphones turned into essentials during the pandemic. It became impossible — or at least, unprofessional — to hold video calls while sounding like a garbled airport intercom. Personally, I chose the Blue Yeti, an affordable USB mic, for my setup. Times can quickly change, though. A microphone that seems perfect for the pandemic era might not fly as high today. So, when I got the new BOYA Magic, it felt like getting a much-needed patch.

Not a one-hit wonder

The unfortunate aspect of most microphones today is their lack of versatility. A desktop mic, for example, is usually took big to use for an outdoor interview. It’s also too much of a hassle to set up a lapel mic for desktop recording.

That said, the BOYA Magic is a rare specimen. It can be used in four different ways: as a desktop mic, a handheld, a camera accessory, or a clip-on. To be fair, you still need an external accessory to access desktop and camera modes. Still, out of the box, you’re getting a charging case shaped like a handle, a series of receivers, and the mics themselves.

I’ve tried all four modes, and none of them felt like a halfhearted addition. Even the desktop mode, which should look clunky, still feels like it belongs. Both camera and clip-on modes are easy to set up. However, my absolute favorite is the handheld mode. As someone visibly irked at vloggers holding up tiny lapel mics at their interviewee’s faces, the BOYA’s handheld mode feels natural.

All the sleeves you’ll need

Out of the box, the BOYA Magic comes with four sleeves for noise and distortion. The charging case has a foam cover and a furry wind cover. There are also two furry covers for the two transmitters.

These four sleeves are a much-welcome addition to the package. Though they’re not absolute necessities, it’s nice to have windy and noisy situations covered in a pinch.

Besides the sleeves, the package also comes with a series of short cables to cover almost all uses. There’s also three receivers for USB-C, Lightning, and 3.5mm.

Can you believe that these all come inside a small pouch as big as a pencil case? Of course, the most portable option is still just the single charging case that some other brands have. But, for the accessories available, a small pouch is perfect.

Audio quality perfect for vloggers

One of my favorite places to shoot content is inside a café. For most of the products I review, a café is the most applicable place for real-world uses. Unfortunately, staying at a café has its drawbacks. Most notably, a café can get noisy because of chatty patrons and loud coffee machines.

When I shot a video using the BOYA Magic, the world around me just magically disappeared. The AI noise cancellation easily cuts out earsplitting blenders and outside screams. I conferred with our videographer, and he agrees; the mic needed no postproduction to get rid of noise. My voice was captured flawlessly for a full-length video.

It was also enough for desktop use. I tried the mic on for simple voice calls and multiplayer gaming. Installation was easy. Plus, it’s small enough, so I can replace my clunky Blue Yeti for this.

To be fair, placement is still a factor. There were some angles where the audio quality can dip. Then again, it’s light enough to physically pick up and speak directly into the mic. Just be careful not to blow your friends’ eardrums out. That said, this is more than enough for voice calls, podcasting, and casual recording sessions.

Some trouble connecting

There is one tiny thing to note, though. While I was recording something in clip-on mode, the camera I was using had a hard time connecting to both transmitters. It’s an odd contrast to how the BOYA Magic promises a quick and easy setup for devices.

I wasn’t able to replicate this again, so it might just be a one-off. You just need to note that it’s not immune to the occasional gremlin.

Enough for long shoots

Finally, the BOYA Magic promises six hours on a single charge. The charging case further extends this to 30 hours.

This is definitely a just-in-case thing. Under most scenarios, six hours is more than enough for a shooting session. But, if you do find yourself in that influencer life, the entire pack can last an entire days of being out and about. This is an essential for creators.

Is the BOYA Magic your InfluencerMatch?

I love the BOYA Magic. The 4-in-1 mic is easily the most versatile audio solution for any creator. The number of ways to use the mic easily trumps any other option today. Besides being a great mic, the package is also filled with several just-in-case accessories for the unpredictability of outdoor shoots.

Plus, the price is just right. The base package — with only a USB-C receiver — comes at only US$ 89.99. All three will set you back by US$ 129.99. The tripod, unfortunately, is a separate purchase, costing you US$ 30.00.

Still, just for the sheer flexibility and audio quality, the BOYA Magic is an easy Super Swipe.

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Hollyland announces LARK M3 for multi-camera, multi-person setups

Scalable wireless audio system configurable up to 4 transmitters, 4 receivers

Published

September 25, 2026

GadgetMatch

Hollyland has announced the LARK M3, a flexible and scalable wireless audio system designed for multi-camera, multi-person productions.

Rather than functioning as a single wireless microphone, the LARK M3 can be a one-to-many or many-to-one audio system.

This way, it can capture group interviews, podcasts, multi-person content, and multi-camera shoots with a setup that easily adapts to the number of people and devices involved.

At the core of LARK M3 is its multi-transmitter and multi-receiver architecture. Up to four transmitters can connect to a single receiver. Each person can wear their own mic and be recorded independently.

Conversely, one transmitter can connect to up to four receivers simultaneously. A single speaker’s voice can be captured by multiple cameras or smartphones at once.

That flexibility extends into post-production through four-track independent recording. When paired with the hot shoe adapter, or by connecting a USB-C or Camera receiver to a computer, LARK M3 delivers four isolated audio tracks. This gives editors full control to adjust each speaker’s volume and sound separately.

Ultra-portable professional-grade audio

The LARK M3 pairs studio-level specs with an easy-to-use design. It can record at 48kHz/32-bit with a 70dB signal-to-noise ratio and 125dB max SPL.

The system uses Hollyland’s Hollyland’s proprietary HDT wireless technology to move audio data 50% faster for richer, clearer sound over distances of up to 300m.

AI noise cancellation can suppress wind, traffic, running water, and other background noise across three adjustable levels.

Custom voice tuning provides one-tap vocal enhancement for all transmitters, along with eight vocal presets. Each preset can be customized in the app as well.

Auto-Limit Clip Protection keeps volume levels stable across dynamic ranges, while a Primary/Secondary receiver setup is designed to prevent recording interruptions, meaning if the Primary RX drops out, a Secondary RX instantly takes over.

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Lisa x PlayStation: DualSense Lisa Limited Edition arrives this October

Available in limited quantities this October; pre-orders start soon

Published

September 23, 2026

GadgetMatch

Sony has unveiled its latest collaboration with global pop superstar Lisa, in the form of the new DualSense wireless controller – Lisa Limited Edition.

The controller was designed by the singer herself. And fans won’t have to look far to find Lisa in the details. Parties worked closely together to incorporate elements that held personal meaning for her.

Her iconic bangs and eyes take center stage on the DualSense wireless controller touch pad. These are joined by her signature stars and bold “LL” lettering, all set against a Chroma Pearl colorway – Lisa’s personal favorite.

The Southeast Asian market can look forward to the release of the DualSense wireless controller – Lisa Limited Edition starting October 30th at participating resellers.

Of course, the controller will come in very limited quantities, for the following retail prices:

SG$ 115
MYR 419
IDR 1,549,000
THB 2,890
PhP 5,411
VND 2,399,000

Pre-orders begin on October 2, while supplies last. The release coincides with Lisa’s upcoming new EP, Press Play, which comes out on October 23.

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70mai launches the A900 series with 4K front, rear recording

Two new 4K dual-channel dash cams, both with 4G

Published

September 22, 2026

MJ Jucutan

70mai has launched the A900 Series, led by the flagship 70mai Dash Cam 4K A900 Ultra, with the 70mai Dash Cam 4K A900 joining it in the lineup.

Both models record in 4K from the front and rear cameras, and both support 4G, so your footage stays reachable from your phone even when you’re away from the car.

4K recording from both cameras

The A900 Ultra uses dual Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 sensors to capture clear 4K footage from both directions. As a result, details like license plates and road signs remain sharp.

Smart HDR balances bright and dark areas under shifting light. Users can also adjust color tones and contrast. To keep feeds synced, the rear camera uses LVDS digital transmission. This tech sends a lossless 4K feed with just 20ms of latency.

Handling changing light

Driving into a tunnel or under the shadow of a tall building changes the lighting quickly, and 70mai built three imaging technologies into the A900 Ultra to deal with it.

MaiColor Vivid+ Solution 2.0 is meant to give more natural colors and finer detail, along with smarter scene adaptation. Night Owl Vision 2.0 reduces noise and glare to help with nighttime clarity.

Lumi Vision is made for parking surveillance in near-total darkness, where it automatically adjusts exposure and gain and applies noise reduction. 70mai says this produces clear, full-color footage in extremely low light.

Parking mode and remote access

Smart Parking Guardian Mode 2.0 protects your vehicle while parked. It combines AI motion detection, dual-channel collision detection with pre-recording, and time-lapse options.

The system draws just 5mA on standby to prevent battery drain. For extended coverage, the optional 70mai Battery Pack Mini powers surveillance for up to 30 days.

In photo: A900

Pairing the camera with the 4G Hardwire Kit unlocks 70mai 4G Cloud+ 2.0 features on the app. Enhanced Buffered Emergency Recording saves up to 190 seconds before an incident and 30 seconds after.

It automatically uploads this footage to the cloud for immediate remote viewing.

The 70mai Dash Cam 4K A900

In photo: A900

The A900 sits alongside the Ultra as the more accessible option. It records True 4K HDR at 30FPS from both the front and rear cameras, and Smart HDR can be scheduled to turn on at set times.

Its f/1.55 aperture is meant to help in low light, and 4G Cloud+ 2.0 keeps the dash cam connected to the 70mai App. It’s the model for drivers who want dual-channel recording and 4G connectivity at a lower price.

The 70mai Dash Cam 4K A900 Ultra retails for US$ 300, available for pre-order at US$ 240. Meanwhile, the A900 is priced at US$ 200, currently 20% off at US$ 170.