Home AI Assistants Could Arrive Sooner Than You Think
Your next smart home device might be a personal AI assistant that knows you better than your phone does. A leading AI chip CEO says the technology is almost ready.
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India Gets New iPhones in 10 Minutes via Grocery Apps
In India's biggest cities, shoppers can now get Apple's latest iPhone delivered faster than a pizza. Quick-commerce apps originally built for groceries are proving they can handle premium tech too.
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China's INNO100 Lets Shoppers Touch AI Before They Buy It
A new showroom in Shenzhen is turning AI from hype into hands-on experience. INNO100 lets people test sleep-tracking beds, delivery robots, and 3D printers before making them part of daily life.
Chinese 3D Printers Make Thai Creators Out of Shoppers
Once reserved for engineers, consumer 3D printers are now landing in Thai homes, classrooms, and creative spaces thanks to accessible Chinese technology. A Bangkok shopping mall store is proving that everyday people can turn digital dreams into physical reality.
Apple Makes iPhones Back to 2019 Run Up to 80% Faster
Apple's new iOS 27 update breathes new life into iPhones as old as 2019, delivering speed boosts up to 80 percent faster. The tech giant proves that older devices don't have to become obsolete.
Samsung's Memory Chip Breakthrough Could Lower Tech Prices
Samsung just created the world's first working computer memory chip smaller than 10 nanometers, packing 50% more memory into the same space. The breakthrough could eventually make phones, laptops, and computers more affordable and powerful.
New $60 Tracker Alerts Loved Ones in Emergencies
A keystone-sized safety device tracks your belongings like an AirTag but also sounds a 130-decibel alarm and texts your location to trusted contacts when pulled apart. The Halo gives anyone navigating unsafe situations a discreet way to call for help without touching their phone.
New Halo Tracker Adds 130-Decibel Siren for Safety
Pebblebee just launched a device that tracks your lost keys and could save your life. The Halo tracker includes a pull-apart alarm that blasts a 130-decibel siren and sends your location to emergency contacts.
New Linux Phone Runs Android Apps Without Tracking You
A Finnish company just launched a smartphone that blocks tracking at the system level while still running your favorite Android apps. The Jolla Phone promises real privacy without sacrificing functionality.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Launch Set for February 25 in San Francisco
Samsung is unveiling its new Galaxy S26 smartphone lineup on February 25, featuring privacy-protecting screen technology that lets you hide sensitive information from onlookers. The company is sweetening the deal with up to $150 in credits for early registrants.
Apple Updates iPhones From 2013 to Keep Them Working
Apple just released surprise updates for iPhones and iPads up to 13 years old, ensuring FaceTime and iMessage keep working until at least 2027. Millions of old devices are getting a new lease on life.
Robotic Exoskeletons Race at CES: One Clear Winner Emerges
Two consumer exoskeletons went head-to-head in athletic tests in London, revealing which robotic walking aid actually delivers on its promises. The technology that once lived only in sci-fi movies is now available to buy, helping people climb stairs and walk farther with less effort.