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Threads is testing in-message games, starting with a basketball shooting game where users compete for high scores. This gaming feature could give Threads an advantage over competitors like X and Bluesky.
The KYY Triple Screen Laptop Monitor Extender transforms any compatible laptop into a four-screen workstation for $599.99, using just one USB-C cable to power three additional 15.6-inch 1080p displays that combine for 4K-class...
Dell introduced a groundbreaking 52-inch curved 6K ultrawide monitor at CES 2026, targeting professionals who work with massive datasets like stock traders and engineers. The $2,900 UltraSharp monitor supports connecting four PCs...
Uber, Nuro, and Lucid Motors started testing their six-passenger robotaxi in December, planning commercial launch in San Francisco this year instead of 2026. The autonomous vehicle includes LED lights, interactive screens, and...
At CES 2025, automakers shifted focus from electric vehicles to artificial intelligence and autonomous driving technology, with Hyundai showcasing Boston Dynamics' Atlas robot instead of new EV models. Mercedes announced...
CES 2026 showcased several bizarre tech innovations, including Razer's Project AVA, a 5.5-inch holographic anime assistant that monitors users through built-in cameras while providing gaming and productivity advice. Other...
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Blu-ray debuted in 2006 using blue-violet lasers to store up to 128 GB, far exceeding DVD capacity. Despite Sony ending production in 2025, it remains the premium standard for home entertainment.
Intel plans to create a handheld gaming platform using new Panther Lake processors and 18A manufacturing technology. This expansion targets AMD's dominance in handheld gaming markets.
Wi-Fi 8 routers and chips from Asus, Broadcom, and MediaTek debuted at CES 2026, focusing on better stability and efficiency rather than speed. Manufacturers are launching products based on draft specifications before the 2028...
Atlas, Boston Dynamics' humanoid robot with 56 degrees of freedom and the ability to lift 110 pounds, is finally punching the clock after three decades of development. The all-electric humanoid will begin work at Hyundai's...
Ultraloq unveiled two innovative smart locks at CES 2026, including the Bolt Sense which uses facial and palm vein recognition for completely touch-free entry. The "walk up and enter" technology eliminates the need for phones,...
CES 2026 has unveiled several innovative products that consumers can actually purchase or preorder right now, moving beyond conceptual displays to real-world availability. Standout items include TCL's X11L TV featuring advanced...
Intel launched its Core Ultra Series 3 processors at CES 2026, the first chips using 18A process technology. These mobile processors offer improved performance and battery life while being certified for industrial applications.
iRobot, maker of the revolutionary Roomba vacuum, declared bankruptcy and was sold to a Chinese manufacturer, marking the end of a pioneering robotics company that once sold over forty million units. The original 2002 Roomba...
Raspberry Pi's new Compute Module Zero features a quad-core RP3 processor and Wi-Fi in a 39mm x 33mm form factor, targeting OEM manufacturers at $25-$38 despite having only 512MB RAM.
Boston Dynamics partnered with Google DeepMind to integrate AI foundation models into Atlas humanoid robot, enabling natural interaction and experiential learning. This helps Atlas generalize tasks rather than follow...
Companies at CES 2026 have unveiled innovative tech including Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold smartphone that expands into a laptop-sized tablet and will launch in the US during Q1 2026. GE Appliances introduced a $4,899 smart...
Asus unveiled three new OLED gaming monitors at CES featuring RGB stripe technology that delivers sharper text and more accurate colors by aligning subpixels in vertical stripes. The flagship 27-inch ROG Swift uses advanced...
At CES 2026, LG and Samsung unveiled domestic robots for household chores, with LG's CLOiD capable of emptying dishwashers and folding laundry as part of a "zero labor home" vision. However, researchers emphasize that robots...
Micro RGB technology dominated CES 2026, featuring individually-controlled red, green, and blue LED backlights that achieve 100 percent coverage of the BT.2020 HDR color standard—a first for TVs. Unlike OLED panels that turn...
Lego unveiled its Smart Brick system at CES 2026, featuring technology-packed bricks with motion sensors, speakers, and LED arrays that can communicate wirelessly with Smart Minifigures and Smart Tags to create interactive...
Amazon launched Alexa+ on the web, letting users access the enhanced AI assistant through any browser without Echo devices. This move helps Amazon compete with ChatGPT and Google Gemini.
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang unveiled Alpamayo, a new family of open-source reasoning models that guide autonomous vehicles through complex driving situations by breaking down problems and explaining decisions like humans do. The...
Google TV is adding Gemini AI to Google Photos for photo editing, search, and custom slideshows, plus natural language TV controls. The update launches first on TCL devices.