10/25/25: This week in consumer products.
BYRitwik Pavan

10/25/25: This week in consumer products.

Recent launches from Dex, MDS, HoverAir, and Insta360.


1. Dex Camera – Language Learning Through Play

Price: $250.

What it is:
A kid-friendly camera that teaches languages by blending play with hands-on learning.

Key features:

  • Kids take photos of objects, and Dex translates them into Spanish, Mandarin, Hindi, French, and more

  • Designed for ages 3 to 8, supporting 8 languages and 34 dialects

  • Interactive story library prompts kids to greet and respond in the new language

  • Parental app shows vocabulary progress, streaks, and engagement data

  • AI-powered safety filters prevent inappropriate topics or unsafe words

Why it matters:
Unlike screen-based apps, Dex turns everyday exploration into immersive language learning. Kids learn the words they actually encounter in daily life, building curiosity and great vocabulary.

Watch the full product demo here.


2. MDS Flow Timer – A Tactile Tool for Focus

Price: $129 (est.)

What it is:
A premium solid metal Pomodoro timer built to help you stay focused and take intentional breaks.

Key features:

  • Dual customizable focus and break presets

  • Five gentle alarm tones with adjustable brightness and volume

  • Stopwatch and countdown modes included

  • 1,500 mAh battery lasts up to 3 days or 21 hours of continuous use

  • Magnetic charging dock and slim travel case for portability

Why it matters:
Productivity apps can be distracting. Flow Timer makes focus analog and distraction-free, using proven time-blocking principles to help you get started, stay sharp, and recharge effectively.

Watch the full product demo here.


3. HoverAir Aqua – The First Waterproof Self-Flying Camera

Price: $999

What it is:
A fully waterproof, floating self-flying camera designed for water sports and adventure filming.

Key features:

  • IP67 waterproof and buoyant — takes off and lands directly from water

  • Shoots 4K at 100 fps, with a hydrophobic lens that clears droplets instantly

  • Wearable “Lighthouse” beacon enables hands-free subject tracking

  • Flies up to 23 minutes per charge and withstands winds up to 38 mph

  • Weighs under 0.55 lbs, avoiding FAA registration for recreational use

Why it matters:
Drones typically avoid water. Aqua embraces it, opening up new filming possibilities for paddleboarding, surfing, kayaking, and other sports that happen where cameras usually can’t go.

Watch the full product demo here.


4. Insta360 GO Ultra – A Pocket-Sized 4K Action Cam

Price: $449

What it is:
A magnetic, mount-anywhere action camera that captures stabilized 4K footage in a device small enough to fit in your pocket.

Key features:

  • Records 4K at 60 fps with FlowState stabilization and horizon lock

  • Hands-free POV with a wearable magnet pendant or clip

  • 2.5” flip touchscreen with voice and gesture control

  • Runs for over 3 hours on a charge, with 12-minute fast charging

  • Waterproof to 33 feet (IPX8 rating)

Why it matters:
The GO Ultra pushes the limits of portability without sacrificing quality. It’s built for creators who want cinematic results without carrying a full-size action cam.

Watch the full product demo here.

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