Consumer Goods & Shopping

Atlanta – October 13, 2026 -- The Veer Hauler, a modular flatbed gear cart priced at $599 MSRP, is available now on goveer.com and aims to end the cycle of packing, unpacking and repacking gear for every outing.

Veer built the system around one idea: pack once, roll everywhere. The company, which launched in 2017 with the Veer Cruiser stroller-wagon hybrid, is now extending its approach from hauling kids to hauling everything else that comes with a day outside.

Lift-off SmartBins move gear from car to destination fully packed

The Hauler combines a SmartDeck flatbed with removable SmartBins. Bins can be packed once, then lifted on and off the Hauler while still full. They come in two sizes and stack up to three high.

The Hauler is also an open system. It works with standard containers people already own, including Rubbermaid and Sterilite bins, so buyers do not have to start from scratch.

Houston – October 13, 2026 -- Creality has opened US pre-orders for the K3, a flagship 3D printer starting at $849 that swaps between four nozzles in about 5 seconds instead of purging filament through a single one. The company says this cuts total print times by up to 80% and material waste by up to 85% compared with conventional single-nozzle multi-color workflows.

Four nozzles replace constant filament purging

Conventional single-nozzle multi-color printers repeatedly retract, reload, and purge filament, which can mean hundreds or thousands of changes per print. The K3 instead keeps four filaments ready in independent channels. Its proprietary KliTekTM system switches between lightweight nozzle assemblies. Complete material changes take under 15 seconds, and color switching is up to five times faster than conventional workflows, according to Creality.

Katowice – October 13, 2026 -- AutoFull's M6 Ultra massage gaming chairs, used at every match of ESL Pro League Season 24, are now sold across Europe through autofull.com and Amazon, with regional fulfillment and warranty service in major EU markets.

Pro players sat in the M6 Ultra series for the whole tournament

The event, EPL Katowice 2026, ended on October 11 in Poland. AutoFull supplied its flagship M6 Ultra series, which it calls the world's first massage gaming chairs with cooling and heating seats.

The company became the Official Gaming Chair Partner of ESL Pro Tour in April 2026. The deal covers IEM, ESL Pro League and ESL Challenger League through 2027. Katowice was its fourth major stop this year, after IEM Rio, IEM Atlanta and IEM Cologne Major.

NEW YORK – October 12, 2026 -- Costco members can now buy Hohem's iSteady M7 AI tracking smartphone gimbal on Costco.com for $199.99, a member-only price that undercuts the $299 U.S. MSRP by $100.

The listing is Hohem's first entry into U.S. membership retail. Hohem CEO Chen Min said the company wants filming tools to be "accessible to more people," pointing to family moments, travel footage and content creation as target uses.

The tracker works inside your regular camera app

The M7's on-device AI tracker follows people, pets and other subjects while you shoot with your phone's native camera or a livestreaming app. No dedicated tracking app is required.

A detachable 1.4-inch touchscreen doubles as a remote

The screen shows a live view from the AI tracker. You can pick a subject by tapping or dragging, and you can control the gimbal remotely. That makes it easier to film yourself or step into the shot.

Englewood Cliffs – October 12, 2026 -- LG SIGNATURE showed its three premium appliance collections, Iconic, Seamless and Tailored, at New York City's Guggenheim Museum on October 8. The event was part of the brand's "What's your signature?" campaign and drew celebrities, creatives, influencers and tastemakers.

Leslie Bibb, John Mayer and Amaury Guichon headline the evening

Guests arrived on a gold carpet, and The Womack Sisters performed before attendees explored immersive experiences inspired by each collection. Actress Leslie Bibb, an Emmy nominee, joined the event.

Pastry chef and chocolatier Amaury Guichon ran an interactive chocolate experience. James Beard Award-winning Chef Kwame Onwuachi curated three signature dishes. Seven-time GRAMMY Award winner John Mayer closed the evening with a live performance.

Bibb said she likes the idea that "great design should feel personal and unmistakably your own."

Nogales, Arizona – October 12, 2026 -- Drivers in southern Arizona who pick tires for extreme heat, long highway miles and uneven roads around Nogales can reduce blowout risk and improve safety by checking a few specific ratings and habits, according to a new HelloNation article.

Hot pavement puts extra stress on tires

The article explains that road surfaces in southern Arizona can become significantly hotter than the air. As temperatures climb, internal tire pressure rises and materials break down faster. The result can be accelerated wear and a higher risk of blowouts, especially for people who commute long distances or travel regionally on highways.

Specialized rubber compounds help prevent softening and maintain traction on long drives, the article notes.

Anchorage – October 12, 2026 -- Alaska Gear Company (AKGC) has released the Ankle Deck Boot VBX, a $199 (plus tax) ankle-height boot that the company says is the first deck boot built with sealed vapor barrier insulation. It is available now at AKGC's Anchorage and Fairbanks stores and on the company's website.

The boot is rated to an average of -45°F in lab testing

The boot uses AKGC's proprietary Vapor Barrier X (VBX) technology, the same insulation system found in the company's Bunny Boots. A rubber outer shell seals out water and snow, while a wool insulation layer holds in heat. The -45°F figure is an average ArCLO rating based on lab testing, and AKGC calls it the warmest and most capable ankle deck boot available.

San Antonio – – October 12, 2026 -- Drivers shopping for window tint in South Texas can avoid underperforming film by checking specifications, warranty terms and infrared rejection data before buying, according to a new HelloNation feature.

Marco Escamilla and Hilary Escamilla of Platinum Auto Films in San Antonio explain that not every film labeled "ceramic" delivers what buyers expect.

Real ceramic film blocks heat without metal

Genuine ceramic tint is a non-metallic film that uses ceramic particles to block heat and UV rays. It keeps its clarity and color and does not interfere with onboard electronics. Metallic tints, by contrast, can block GPS or phone signals.

Seattle – October 12, 2026 -- Nordstrom is rolling out its 2026 holiday season with a David Bowie collaboration, FAO Schwarz toy shops, a new in-store app mode and same-day beauty delivery in more than 15 markets starting this month.

FAO Schwarz toys arrive in Nordstrom stores

Nordstrom is partnering with FAO Schwarz on a toy selection. Shoppers can find it at FAO Schwarz's second Manhattan location inside the Nordstrom NYC Flagship. New jewel box locations are opening in Aventura, Bellevue, Brea Mall, Fashion Valley, Garden State Plaza, NorthPark, Oakbrook and South Coast Plaza. The selection is also available online, and a special curation will sit in every Nordstrom store. Brands include Jellycat, Lego, Barbie and Hot Wheels.

The holiday catalog returns with more than a thousand gifts. To mark Nordstrom's 125th anniversary, the character Nordy has been reimagined and joined by a new sidekick named Disco.

San Jose – – October 12, 2026 -- Four Marini SkinSolutions products, including a salmon-derived PDRN face serum and a physical tinted SPF 45, have won 2026 Skin Anarchy "Top Picks Beauty Awards."

The awards cover skin care, makeup, hair care, and fragrance, and recognize scientific efficacy, excellence, and innovation.

A PDRN serum wins the longevity innovation award

Marini Reboot® PDRN Face Serum took the "Top Pick: Innovation Award for Longevity." It combines concentrated salmon-derived PDRN with rejuvenating technologies in a single serum. The source cites multiple independent studies showing improved skin quality, reduced visible signs of aging, less redness, more hydration, and better barrier function. It has also been shown to be a safe and effective adjunct to microneedling, for daily recovery and post-procedure support.