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Wearables
fromWIRED
1 hour ago

Get Ready for More Brain-Scanning Consumer Gadgets

Neurable is transitioning to a licensing model to embed brain-scanning technology in consumer gadgets, enhancing focus and performance monitoring.
Women in technology
fromWIRED
4 hours ago

The Hottest Anti-AI Gadget Is a Cyberdeck

Young women on TikTok are creating whimsical homemade computers called cyberdecks, reflecting a trend against minimalist tech and mass production.
#apple
Apple
fromGSMArena.com
7 hours ago

iPhone Ultra and MacBook Ultra branding confirmed yet again by another rumor

Apple's first foldable smartphone will be called iPhone Ultra, alongside other Ultra-branded devices like MacBook Ultra and potentially iPad Ultra.
Apple
fromGSMArena.com
7 hours ago

iPhone Ultra and MacBook Ultra branding confirmed yet again by another rumor

Apple's first foldable smartphone will be called iPhone Ultra, alongside other Ultra-branded devices like MacBook Ultra and potentially iPad Ultra.
Apple
fromGadgets 360
1 day ago

Apple Could Launch These New Devices Once John Ternus Takes Over

Tim Cook is stepping down as CEO of Apple, succeeded by John Ternus, who will oversee a strong pipeline of upcoming products.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

What Tim Cook built | TechCrunch

Tim Cook will step down as Apple's CEO in September after 15 years, with John Ternus set to take over.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Apple under Ternus: what comes next for the tech giant's hardware strategy | TechCrunch

Apple's new CEO John Ternus will focus on AI-powered hardware and product innovation as the company navigates competitive pressures.
more#apple
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

The AI Revolution Is Mostly Marketing - and Here's the Proof It's Overhyped

AI's impact on productivity and employment remains questionable, yet companies are rapidly adopting it amid significant job losses in the tech sector.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
22 hours ago

Opinion: 3 Main Drivers Will Define the Next Phase of the AI Race - and Only a Few Companies Actually Have Them

AI trade is revitalizing, with semiconductor companies leading due to strong demand and evolving AI technologies.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

Elon Musk says saving for retirement is irrelevant because AI is going to create a world of abundance: 'It won't matter' | Fortune

Elon Musk believes saving for retirement is unnecessary due to AI and robotics creating a world of abundance.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

The AI Revolution Is Mostly Marketing - and Here's the Proof It's Overhyped

AI's impact on productivity and employment remains questionable, yet companies are rapidly adopting it amid significant job losses in the tech sector.
NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
22 hours ago

Investors back Skye's AI home screen app for iPhone ahead of launch | TechCrunch

Skye aims to revolutionize AI interaction on iPhones with an agentic homescreen using iOS widgets for personalized insights.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
22 hours ago

Opinion: 3 Main Drivers Will Define the Next Phase of the AI Race - and Only a Few Companies Actually Have Them

AI trade is revitalizing, with semiconductor companies leading due to strong demand and evolving AI technologies.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

Elon Musk says saving for retirement is irrelevant because AI is going to create a world of abundance: 'It won't matter' | Fortune

Elon Musk believes saving for retirement is unnecessary due to AI and robotics creating a world of abundance.
more#ai
#smart-home
Gadgets
fromWIRED
3 hours ago

Here's How to Choose Which Smart Home Assistant Is Best for Your Home

Choosing a voice assistant for a smart home should depend on existing devices and ecosystems already in use.
Apple
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Will a new CEO realize Apple's smart home potential?

John Ternus may revitalize Apple's smart home platform with new hardware after years of stagnation.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
3 hours ago

Here's How to Choose Which Smart Home Assistant Is Best for Your Home

Choosing a voice assistant for a smart home should depend on existing devices and ecosystems already in use.
Apple
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Will a new CEO realize Apple's smart home potential?

John Ternus may revitalize Apple's smart home platform with new hardware after years of stagnation.
more#smart-home
#ai-startups
Venture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

The AI boom won't last, a top VC warns, as he urges startups to cash out

AI founders should consider selling their companies within the next 12-18 months to maximize value before market conditions change.
more#ai-startups
Apple
fromComputerworld
23 hours ago

OpenAI plans its own 'iPhone killer'

Jony Ive collaborates with OpenAI to develop a smartphone competitor, leveraging partnerships with Qualcomm and MediaTek for advanced AI performance.
Remote teams
fromTechSpot
3 hours ago

Which tech company invented work-from-home, then killed it?

IBM pioneered remote work but later mandated employees return to the office, reversing decades of telecommuting practices.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
13 hours ago

Who Owns Your Time? How Digital Devices Quietly Take Control

People relate to time in two ways: clock-timers rely on external cues, while event-timers depend on an internal sense of completion.
E-Commerce
fromBGR
1 day ago

10 Smart Gadgets That Will Transform Your Home Office - BGR

Smart gadgets can significantly enhance the comfort and efficiency of a home office.
Tech industry
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Qualcomm stock is soaring today as rumblings of an OpenAI smartphone deal emerge. Here's what's happening

Qualcomm may partner with OpenAI to power a smartphone with CPUs, indicating a shift from GPU to CPU dominance in AI.
#openai
Mobile UX
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

OpenAI could be making a phone with AI agents replacing apps | TechCrunch

OpenAI is reportedly developing a smartphone in collaboration with MediaTek, Qualcomm, and Luxshare, focusing on AI-driven features instead of traditional apps.
Apple
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
21 hours ago

OpenAI developing AI agent smartphone with Qualcomm and MediaTek, targeting 300-400M annual shipments by 2028

OpenAI is developing a smartphone that uses AI agents instead of traditional apps, targeting mass production in 2028.
Mobile UX
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

OpenAI could be making a phone with AI agents replacing apps | TechCrunch

OpenAI is reportedly developing a smartphone in collaboration with MediaTek, Qualcomm, and Luxshare, focusing on AI-driven features instead of traditional apps.
Apple
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
21 hours ago

OpenAI developing AI agent smartphone with Qualcomm and MediaTek, targeting 300-400M annual shipments by 2028

OpenAI is developing a smartphone that uses AI agents instead of traditional apps, targeting mass production in 2028.
more#openai
Board games
fromBoard Game Quest
1 day ago

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 4/27/26

A variety of new crowdfunding campaigns for board games are available, featuring unique themes and gameplay mechanics.
#meta
fromExchangewire
6 hours ago
Marketing tech

Digest: Meta Eyes CTV for Ad Growth; News UK Builds Synthetic Audience Tool for Advertisers; Musk & Altman Clash Over OpenAI in Court

Wearables
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Meta Glasses Are Comfortable, Functional, and Make My Spouse Recoil in Fear

Meta's AI-enabled glasses are popular and stylish, but concerns about privacy and social acceptance persist.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
6 hours ago

Digest: Meta Eyes CTV for Ad Growth; News UK Builds Synthetic Audience Tool for Advertisers; Musk & Altman Clash Over OpenAI in Court

Meta is exploring connected TV advertising to enhance its ad model beyond mobile and desktop.
Wearables
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Meta Glasses Are Comfortable, Functional, and Make My Spouse Recoil in Fear

Meta's AI-enabled glasses are popular and stylish, but concerns about privacy and social acceptance persist.
Wearables
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Metas AI glasses and the dawn of wearable tech - podcast

Meta's AI-powered glasses enhance presence and offer transformative features for those with vision impairments or hearing loss, but raise privacy concerns.
more#meta
Venture
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
7 hours ago

Patronus raises 11 million to turn senior emergency smartwatches from 'bedside decoration' into daily-worn devices

Patronus raised €11 million to enhance its emergency smartwatch platform and develop AI features to combat loneliness among seniors.
OMG science
fromThe Verge
14 hours ago

Google is testing AI chatbot search for YouTube

Google is testing an AI Mode-like search feature on YouTube called 'Ask YouTube' for Premium subscribers.
Games
fromGameSpot
21 hours ago

Witness The Birth Of A New Gaming Genre This Week

Fake OS games are emerging as a new genre, with a community push for recognition and a week-long sale on Steam.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
16 hours ago

Smart home tech continues to emerge as key tool for aging in place

Age tech growth is driven by demand for smart home systems and health monitoring devices, but financing upgrades remains a challenge.
#tesla
fromTESLARATI
23 hours ago
Toronto startup

Tesla expands Robotaxi in a way that was long anticipated

Tesla has launched the Robotaxi app for Android, expanding access to its autonomous ride-hailing service for millions of users.
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Elon's admission | TechCrunch

Tesla owners will need hardware upgrades for future Full Self-Driving software, requiring microfactories to service millions of vehicles.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
23 hours ago

Tesla expands Robotaxi in a way that was long anticipated

Tesla has launched the Robotaxi app for Android, expanding access to its autonomous ride-hailing service for millions of users.
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Elon's admission | TechCrunch

Tesla owners will need hardware upgrades for future Full Self-Driving software, requiring microfactories to service millions of vehicles.
more#tesla
Fashion & style
fromBustle
1 day ago

Is AI The New Fashion Consultant?

AI is transforming personal styling and shopping, making it easier for consumers to explore fashion options and enhance their style.
Digital life
fromCGMagazine
3 days ago

The Living Room Is Tech's Next Battleground

The living room is evolving into a strategic digital space, with TVs becoming integrated platforms for media, commerce, and user engagement.
Health
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The Tech Bros Are All In on Zyn

Tucker Carlson launched ALP, a nicotine product, claiming it enhances happiness and productivity despite its addictive nature.
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
1 day ago

Atech raises pre-seed from Sequoia, a16z, and Lovable

Atech is building what it calls 'vibe-engineering' for hardware, a platform that lets users describe a physical device concept in natural language and receive a working prototype, with all underlying technical complexity handled by the platform.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Some startups are tokenmaxxing. Others tell us it's a 'stupid' trend that will die out.

Kavitta Ghai encourages her engineers to increase AI token spending, seeing it as essential for success and innovation at Nectir.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Existential Risk': Western Car Companies Are Blowing The Software Race

Western car companies are losing control of user experience to third-party firms, jeopardizing their competitiveness in software-defined vehicles.
fromTNW | Opinion
3 days ago
Business intelligence

How web intelligence is powering the next wave of AI Infrastructure

The web intelligence industry is evolving to support AI's growing demands for multimodal data processing, particularly in handling video content.
fromTelecompetitor
3 days ago

Roku and Samsung continue leading the connected TV platform sector: Report

Control of the platform layer is central to competition in the connected TV market. Operating systems determine what content consumers see, how services are positioned, and how advertising is delivered.
Television
#gen-z
Careers
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Facing AI and a tough job market, gen Z turns to entrepreneurship: I have to prove myself'

Gen Z faces significant challenges in the job market, with high unemployment rates and competition from AI impacting entry-level opportunities.
Careers
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Facing AI and a tough job market, gen Z turns to entrepreneurship: I have to prove myself'

Gen Z faces significant challenges in the job market, with high unemployment rates and competition from AI impacting entry-level opportunities.
more#gen-z
France news
fromEngadget
4 days ago

The Morning After: Polymarket and a hairdryer

Polymarket faces scrutiny over betting irregularities, including a soldier's arrest for using classified information to profit from bets.
#tim-cook
Podcast
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Apple's Next Chapter, SpaceX and Cursor Strike a Deal, and Palantir's Controversial Manifesto

Tim Cook's departure as CEO of Apple raises questions about the company's future direction.
Apple
fromFortune
1 day ago

Apple's longtime CEO sat out the crypto revolution. His successor should choose a different path | Fortune

Tim Cook's leadership at Apple has significantly increased its market cap, but lacks the visionary product development seen in the Steve Jobs era.
Podcast
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Apple's Next Chapter, SpaceX and Cursor Strike a Deal, and Palantir's Controversial Manifesto

Tim Cook's departure as CEO of Apple raises questions about the company's future direction.
Apple
fromFortune
1 day ago

Apple's longtime CEO sat out the crypto revolution. His successor should choose a different path | Fortune

Tim Cook's leadership at Apple has significantly increased its market cap, but lacks the visionary product development seen in the Steve Jobs era.
more#tim-cook
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
1 hour ago

BCI startup Neurable looks to license its 'mind-reading' tech for consumer wearables | TechCrunch

Neurable is commercializing non-invasive BCI technology for consumer wearables, enabling mind-reading capabilities without brain surgery.
#smartphones
Apple
from24/7 Wall St.
22 hours ago

OpenAI + Qualcomm Tie-Up Signals AI Smartphone Revolution: Should Apple Be Worried?

AI-first smartphones may disrupt the market, challenging Apple's dominance and potentially leading to significant sales growth for Qualcomm and MediaTek.
fromThe Verge
3 days ago
Apple

The US gets the worst phones

Apple and Samsung's slow innovation has created a gap in the US smartphone market compared to global competitors.
Apple
from24/7 Wall St.
22 hours ago

OpenAI + Qualcomm Tie-Up Signals AI Smartphone Revolution: Should Apple Be Worried?

AI-first smartphones may disrupt the market, challenging Apple's dominance and potentially leading to significant sales growth for Qualcomm and MediaTek.
Apple
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

The US gets the worst phones

Apple and Samsung's slow innovation has created a gap in the US smartphone market compared to global competitors.
more#smartphones
#ai-agents
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
4 hours ago

From three-person startups hitting $500K ARR to Meta's CEO avatar project, AI agents are reshaping what a "team" looks like. | Fortune

AI agents are enhancing productivity by acting as teammates, streamlining operations, and achieving significant results for small teams.
Artificial intelligence
fromInfoWorld
4 days ago

The agentic AI frenzy increases as more vendors stake their claims

OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google are rapidly advancing AI agent technologies to enhance workplace productivity and collaboration.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
4 hours ago

From three-person startups hitting $500K ARR to Meta's CEO avatar project, AI agents are reshaping what a "team" looks like. | Fortune

AI agents are enhancing productivity by acting as teammates, streamlining operations, and achieving significant results for small teams.
Artificial intelligence
fromInfoWorld
4 days ago

The agentic AI frenzy increases as more vendors stake their claims

OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google are rapidly advancing AI agent technologies to enhance workplace productivity and collaboration.
more#ai-agents
Silicon Valley
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 hour ago

Snap's Evan Spiegel warns tech leaders are underestimating a coming backlash against AI

Tech leaders may be misjudging public sentiment towards AI, leading to potential societal pushback and slower adoption rates.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
3 hours ago

Power Through Your Day With the Best Laptop Power Banks

The best laptop power banks provide high capacity and fast charging capabilities for on-the-go use.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
22 hours ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/19/26 - 4/25/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding and developments, including significant investments in VAST Data, Aaru, and Courier Health.
Roam Research
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Raspberry Pi turns up in the strangest of places

A Raspberry Pi desktop was unexpectedly found inside a fake rock at Edinburgh's Dynamic Earth science center.
Digital life
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

A Trendy Way to Break Your Social Media Addiction Costs $59. I Found a Clever Dupe.

Foqos is a free app that helps users block distracting apps using NFC tags, offering a cost-effective alternative to physical devices like Brick.
Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

The Optical AI Boom's Biggest Winners: 3 Under-the-Radar Stocks Fueling the Revolution

Optical photonics is essential for scaling AI data centers, offering higher bandwidth and lower energy use, driving significant stock growth in key companies.
Video games
fromFuturism
4 days ago

Google Exec Says Your Favorite Video Games Are Secretly Made With AI

AI is widely used in game development, with 90% of developers acknowledging its role in creating popular games.
#samsung
Wearables
fromEngadget
19 hours ago

Images of Samsung's rumored smart glasses have leaked

Samsung's upcoming smart glasses, codenamed 'Jinju', are expected to launch later this year, priced between $380 and $500.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
11 hours ago

Samsung XR Glasses Leak Hints at Ray-Ban Meta-Style Design, AI Features

Samsung is set to launch its first XR glasses, focusing on a lightweight design and Android XR platform, with a more advanced model expected in 2027.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
22 hours ago

Samsung's first smart glasses have leaked

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Glasses resemble Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses and will be announced soon, featuring advanced specs but lacking a display.
Wearables
fromEngadget
19 hours ago

Images of Samsung's rumored smart glasses have leaked

Samsung's upcoming smart glasses, codenamed 'Jinju', are expected to launch later this year, priced between $380 and $500.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
11 hours ago

Samsung XR Glasses Leak Hints at Ray-Ban Meta-Style Design, AI Features

Samsung is set to launch its first XR glasses, focusing on a lightweight design and Android XR platform, with a more advanced model expected in 2027.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
22 hours ago

Samsung's first smart glasses have leaked

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Glasses resemble Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses and will be announced soon, featuring advanced specs but lacking a display.
more#samsung
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Adobe's new AI experiment can whip up a website custom designed for Gen Z

Adobe's Asset Amplify tool generates tailored marketing materials for specific audience segments, enhancing brand design with AI-driven personalization.
Silicon Valley
fromEsquire
16 hours ago

The Tech Elite Sure Have a Boring-and Expensive-Idea of Immortality

Democracy is retreating as power concentrates among authoritarian leaders and wealthy tech billionaires, while efforts to eradicate death gain traction.
Venture
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why VCs keep changing their mind about what's hot and not

Venture capital funds frequently change their investment theses in response to political and technological shifts, often adopting new buzzwords to remain relevant.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
1 hour ago

Top Budget Smartwatches with AMOLED Display Under Rs 3,000

Smartwatches under Rs. 3,000 offer various features, with trade-offs in performance, design, and functionality.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 day ago

This bestselling gaming device is not a Nintendo or a PlayStation - and I highly recommend it

Nex Playground is a motion-based gaming device that entertains kids and promotes physical activity without controllers.
Gadgets
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Engadget review recap: DJI Osmo Pocket 4, Recteq X-Fire Pro and Alienware 27 QD-OLED

The latest review roundup features a pocket cam, a smart grill, drones, a vacuum, and a gaming display.
Artificial intelligence
fromTNW | Insights
2 days ago

Sequoia distributes 200 engraved Mac Minis at AI event as OpenClaw becomes the infrastructure layer VCs cannot own

Sequoia Capital distributed 200 custom Mac Minis at an event, positioning itself at the forefront of the emerging agentic AI landscape.
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Xreal's best AR glasses are $599 for good now

The Xreal One Pro are the company's best AR glasses, touting thin optics that keep out reflections so you can enjoy a crisp, contrast-rich image of whatever content you're watching.
Wearables
#smart-glasses
Wearables
fromWIRED
5 days ago

These New Smart Glasses From Ex-OnePlus Engineers Have a Hidden Cost

Smart glasses by L'Atitude 52°N feature an AI named Goya, designed to assist travelers with information about art and dining.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Nothing's AI devices plan reportedly contains smart glasses and earbuds | TechCrunch

Nothing is set to release smart glasses next year, featuring AI capabilities and a multi-device strategy beyond smartphones.
Wearables
fromWIRED
5 days ago

These New Smart Glasses From Ex-OnePlus Engineers Have a Hidden Cost

Smart glasses by L'Atitude 52°N feature an AI named Goya, designed to assist travelers with information about art and dining.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Nothing's AI devices plan reportedly contains smart glasses and earbuds | TechCrunch

Nothing is set to release smart glasses next year, featuring AI capabilities and a multi-device strategy beyond smartphones.
more#smart-glasses
Wearables
fromFast Company
6 days ago

The future of brain sensing is now

Market leaders shape consumer expectations for new technology, as seen with heart rate monitoring and brain sensing.
Apple
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Wearable health tech might be Tim Cook's greatest legacy

The Apple Watch has significantly influenced modern health technology and is a key part of Tim Cook's legacy at Apple.
Gadgets
fromEngadget
2 years ago

The best tech gifts and cool gadgets for 2026

Versatile headphones, beginner-friendly drones, and compact portable speakers are top tech gift picks offering ANC, subject tracking, waterproofing, portability, and affordable pricing.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

I wear lots of technology for a living, ask me anything

It's time for another exclusive AMA for Verge subscribers, and this time, I'll be your host. I cover everything from wearables to dystopian cursed tech like at-home urine labs and belligerent AI companions. At times, my job calls for flirting with Grok's AI girlfriend for 24 hours or coercing weird AI video apps to generate odd French-kissing videos. Other times, I'm making personas of myself in the Vision Pro. I also do normal things, like testing the latest smart glasses, smart rings, and smartwatches.
Wearables
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