10 smart home gadgets for your first apartment
Equip your first apartment with these ten essential smart home gadgets, ranging from security systems and air purifiers to kitchen appliances and lighting solutions.
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596 storiesPebble launches the Round 2 smartwatch for $199
Pebble is launching the $199 Round 2 smartwatch, a reboot of its 2015 rounded model that should offer 10 to 14 days of battery life.
Clicks Technology launches its first smartphone and new keyboard
Clicks Technology is launching the Communicator, a $499 smartphone for two-phone users, alongside a new $79 slide-out keyboard, with shipping expected later this year.
Apple Watch Series 11 vs. SE 3: A buyer's guide
For most consumers, the purchasing decision likely lies between the Apple Watch SE 3 and the Apple Watch Series 11, which offer distinct feature sets at different price points.
From AI cameras to smart doors: the latest in pet tech
Petlibro, Life360, and other manufacturers have launched new smart pet hardware, ranging from AI-powered cameras to automated feeders and security doors, to enhance pet care convenience.
Plaud targets professional users with new $179 AI recording card
Plaud has launched the Note Pro, a $179, credit card-sized AI recording device that operates offline and has shipped more than a million units.
Security startup Sauron delays product launch to 2026
Sauron, a high-end home security startup, has appointed a new CEO from Sonos and expects to launch its product later in 2026 at the earliest.
Google Pixel Watch 4 review: A top contender for Android users
The Google Pixel Watch 4 features a brighter display and rapid charging, positioning it as a strong Android option despite real-world charging times that do not exactly match claims.
Naware targets chemical-free weed killing with computer vision
Naware is developing a computer-vision-based steam system that could replace chemical weed killers, potentially saving customers anywhere from $100,000 to $250,000 on chemicals alone.
The current state of the smart glasses market
Smart glasses are evolving from futuristic gadgets into practical tools, with major tech companies like Meta, Apple, and Snap investing in the category.
Nvidia strikes licensing deal with AI chip rival Groq
Nvidia has signed a non-exclusive licensing deal with AI chip competitor Groq and is hiring key leadership, though it denies a reported $20 billion acquisition.
Waymo updates software after robotaxis stalled in San Francisco
Waymo is updating its software to better handle disabled traffic lights after a spike in human confirmation requests caused congestion during a recent San Francisco power outage.
Zoox issues software recall for 332 robotaxis
Zoox issued a voluntary software recall for 332 vehicles after identifying instances where its autonomous system could cause vehicles to cross lanes or block crosswalks.
Uber and Lyft to test Baidu robotaxis in London in 2026
Uber and Lyft plan to test Baidu’s Apollo Go robotaxis in London starting in 2026, joining a growing list of autonomous vehicle operators in the city.
Waymo resumes San Francisco service after blackout-induced stall
Waymo resumed San Francisco service after a massive blackout, which appeared to leave robotaxis stalled on city streets, following a fire at a Pacific Gas & Electric substation.
iRobot files for Chapter 11 after failed Amazon acquisition
Following the collapse of its $1.7 billion Amazon acquisition, iRobot has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, highlighting the regulatory hurdles facing tech M&A.