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Latest story• Jan 5, 2026

Glasses-free 3D displays are making an unlikely comeback – as Samsung reveals ‘world’s first’ 6K monitor with real-time eye tracking

Samsung announced the world's first glasses-free 3D 6K gaming monitor that uses real-time eye tracking, set to be fully revealed at CES 2026. This development follows other recent 3D gaming devices like the abxylute 3D One handheld, signaling a resurgence in glasses-free 3D technology for gaming. The monitor will require powerful GPUs to handle 6K resolution gaming and will support specific titles including Stellar...

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HyperX’s new gaming keyboards were made to be yanked apart

HyperX's new Origins 2 keyboards feature hot-swappable switches, removable colored housings, and 8K polling rates. The 65-percent and 1800 layouts enable extensive customization without soldering.

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BioWare’s Anthem will soon be completely unplayable

EA will shut down Anthem's servers on January 12, making BioWare's troubled 2019 shooter completely unplayable and ending the failed jetpack game permanently.

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This robot vacuum at CES 2026 can find lost items on your floor and alert you of them

Robot vacuums just got their most powerful upgrade yet, with Narwal unveiling the Flow 2 at CES featuring a staggering 30,000Pa of suction power. This AI-powered cleaning machine goes far beyond simple floor cleaning,...

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Motorola’s first book-style foldable leaks

Motorola's first book-style foldable phone, the Razr Fold, has been leaked through marketing materials that highlight its camera system and AI features while promising to set new standards for foldable devices. The leak provides...

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OpenAI plans new voice model in early 2026, audio-based hardware in 2027

OpenAI is developing a new audio language model for early 2026 to address current voice technology limitations, as most ChatGPT users prefer text over voice interfaces. This improved audio model will enable OpenAI's first...

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Plaud launches a new AI pin and a desktop meeting notetaker

Plaud launched the $179 NotePin S AI notetaker with 20-hour battery, physical recording button, and Apple Find My support. The company also released a desktop app that automatically detects and transcribes meetings across...

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3D printed origami

Scientists developed 3D printing that creates self-folding objects like origami when triggered by heat or water. This breakthrough could revolutionize manufacturing, robotics, medical devices, and aerospace engineering.

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This startup brought WALL-E to life and will also sell you WALL-E’s weird cousin

Zeroth, an AI robotics startup, is bringing WALL-E-inspired robots to the US market with two companion bots launching in early 2024. The $5,599 W1 mimics WALL-E's dual-tread design and can carry 110 pounds while performing basic...

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Matthew Dowd Exposes the Pickle 1 XR Glasses as a Preposterous Fraud

Matthew Dowd exposed Pickle 1 XR glasses as a likely fraud, arguing the startup's claims about revolutionary display technology are technically impossible given current industry limitations. Dowd highlighted that even Meta's...

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SpaceX begins “significant reconfiguration” of Starlink satellite constellation

SpaceX is moving nearly 4,400 Starlink satellites from 341 miles to 298 miles altitude during 2026 to improve space safety and operational efficiency. While this brings satellites closer together, the lower orbit has...

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UBTECH’s Walker S2 Humanoid Robot Steps Onto the Tennis Court

UBTECH's Walker S2 humanoid robot demonstrated impressive athletic capabilities by playing tennis against a human opponent, using RGB cameras to track fast-moving balls and predict their trajectory in real time. The robot...

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PlayStation 5 ROM keys may be out in the wild, opening new possibilities for emulation

Hackers have leaked PlayStation 5's deeply buried BootROM security keys, which verify the console's boot process and maintain Sony's hardware protection. These leaked keys could accelerate PS5 hacking efforts, enabling custom...

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Neuralink wants to automate brain surgery and mass produce implants by 2026

Neuralink plans to mass-produce brain-computer interface implants and implement fully automated surgery by 2026, marking a shift from clinical trials to commercial deployment. After successfully testing devices on 12 paralyzed...

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An interactive guide to how browsers work

A developer created an interactive guide explaining how web browsers work, targeting engineers and curious users who lack understanding of browser mechanics. The guide uses hands-on examples to demonstrate the complete process...

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The new Clicks Power Keyboard can turn your phone into a BlackBerry – and it doubles as a wireless charger too

Clicks launched a Power Keyboard that transforms smartphones into BlackBerry-style devices with wireless charging. The $79 accessory features a 2,150 mAh battery and connects via Bluetooth.

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Xreal's new XR glasses may be the most immersive ones I've worn at CES 2026

Xreal's new 1S AR glasses offer 52-degree field of view, 1200p resolution, and 700-nit brightness for $449. The standout feature is onboard 2D-to-3D conversion via X1 chip.

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We have more rumored details for Apple's cheaper MacBook – and it could be out soon

Apple is reportedly developing a budget MacBook priced around $600 that analysts predict will launch in spring 2026, featuring a 12.9-inch LCD display and an iPhone A18 Pro chip. This affordable laptop would significantly...

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SwitchBot says its humanoid household robot can do your laundry

SwitchBot unveiled the Onero H1, a humanoid household robot featuring articulated arms, hands, and 22 degrees of freedom that can perform various chores like doing laundry, making breakfast, and cleaning windows. The wheeled...

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Where did the name "Bluetooth" come from?

Bluetooth technology was developed in the mid-1990s by Ericsson, IBM, and Intel to create a universal wireless standard. Intel engineer Jim Kardach named it after a Nordic king who united tribes, paralleling how the technology...

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Belkin’s new HDMI adapter wirelessly connects to screens over 130 feet away

Belkin's $149.99 ConnectAir adapter wirelessly transmits 1080P video up to 131 feet between any USB-C device and HDMI display without Wi-Fi, launching Q1 2026.

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These are the best gadgets for your pet right now

Pet cameras now use artificial intelligence to narrate your cat's daily routine, automatically describing when Fluffy eats, drinks, or uses the litter box while you're at work. This Scout Smart Camera from Petlibro represents a...

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Porcospino Flex is a Spined Crawler Robot Built for Tight Spots and Rough Terrain

University of Genoa researchers created the Porcospino Flex, a 3.6kg crawling robot inspired by millipedes and porcupines that navigates tight spaces using a flexible 3D-printed spine with natural spines for gripping. The 670mm...

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Gamemt E3 Vigor retro handheld now pre-orderable for $45 with 1:1 720p square screen

The Gamemt E3 Vigor handheld costs $45 and features a 3.95-inch square 720p screen for classic gaming. It includes an octa-core processor and 5,000 mAh battery for budget-conscious retro gamers.

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