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Stop Wasting Energy: Close Your Fridge Door

Samsung's new Family Hub smart refrigerator features hands-free, voice-activated door operation, allowing users to open or close it with a…

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AI & Tech

SwitchBot’s Humanoid Robot Can Now Do Your Laundry

SwitchBot has unveiled the Onero H1, a versatile AI household robot designed to perform a wide range of domestic chores,…

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BigTech Companies

Aliro Smart Lock Standard Launches This Year

The Aliro smart lock standard, an open protocol developed by a major industry consortium, is launching this year to unify…

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Gadgets

Hands-On: The Mui Board, a Wooden Smart Home Controller

The Mui Board is a minimalist, wooden smart home controller that functions as a screenless touch interface, activating glowing icons…

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Artificial Intelligence

GE’s Smart Fridge Features Built-In Barcode Scanner & Tablet

GE Appliances has launched a high-end smart refrigerator featuring a built-in barcode scanner and tablet, designed to simplify grocery shopping…

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Artificial Intelligence

How a Smart Garden Fixed My Black Thumb

The author overcame a history of gardening failures by using the Gardyn Studio 2, an AI-powered indoor hydroponic system that…

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Culture

Call of Duty Co-Creator Vince Zampella Dies in Car Crash

Vince Zampella, co-creator of the Call of Duty franchise, died in a car accident in California at age 55. He…

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AI & Tech

The Smart Home’s 2025 AI Breakdown

Despite advancements in conversational AI for smart homes, newer assistants like Alexa Plus are less reliable at basic device control…

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Business

iRobot CEO: Bankruptcy Is a Reboot, Not the End

iRobot's Chapter 11 filing is a strategic reboot, with a pre-packaged plan to be acquired by its manufacturer, Picea Robotics,…

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AI & Tech

Alexa Plus Website Now Live for Select Users

Amazon has launched a limited-access web version of its Alexa Plus assistant, moving beyond smart speakers to compete directly with…

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Artificial Intelligence

Is the AI Bubble Real? What You Need to Know

The AI market shows signs of a speculative bubble, with industry leaders like Google's CEO acknowledging market "irrationality" and cautioning…

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Business

Roomba’s Rise and Fall: How the Home Robot Pioneer Lost Its Future

iRobot's Roomba pioneered the home robot vacuum market, becoming a household name synonymous with the category, but the company ultimately…

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Business

Roomba’s New Owner: Who Is Picea Robotics?

iRobot, maker of the Roomba, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and will be fully acquired by its Chinese contract…

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BigTech Companies

iRobot Files for Bankruptcy: What’s Next for the Roomba Maker?

iRobot, the maker of Roomba, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to be acquired by its contract manufacturer,…

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AI & Tech

This $1,500 Robot Cooks Dinner While You Work

The Posha is a $1,500 autonomous countertop robot that uses a robotic arm, computer vision, and automated dispensers to cook…

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Artificial Intelligence

Climate Change: A Controversial Fix and Our Grid’s Future

Global temperatures are nearing a critical 1.5°C increase above pre-industrial levels, highlighting a disconnect between urgent scientific data and stalled…

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Artificial Intelligence

August Founders Launch a Smart Front Door

Doma Home has launched the Doma Intelligent Door, a motorized smart door that automatically opens and closes for authorized users,…

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BigTech Companies

Xbox Architect Teases Major 2026 Plans to Celebrate Legacy

Microsoft is planning significant announcements for the Xbox brand's 25th anniversary in 2026, aiming to celebrate its legacy while defining…

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AI & Tech

Sundar Pichai: The Information Ecosystem Outweighs AI

Google CEO Sundar Pichai argues AI should not be seen as an independent, infallible source but must be integrated with…

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Culture

Gen Z’s Retro Tech Obsession: Why the Comeback?

Gen Z is embracing older technology like record players and film cameras, seeking a more intentional and tactile experience that…

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