Tech
AI Summary
- The tech industry is grappling with the widespread integration and implications of AI, from resurrecting voices to potential job displacement, as seen in recent developments with Google's Gemini and OpenAI's efforts to manage AI's public perception.
- The smart device and wearable market continues to evolve, with companies like Xreal pushing the boundaries of smartglasses and innovations in smart rings and home gadgets aiming to simplify daily life.
- The mobility sector, particularly robotaxis, is facing a reality check, while established players like SpaceX and Blue Origin are making significant advancements and facing setbacks in their space exploration endeavors.
- Major tech companies, including Google and Microsoft, are implementing significant changes to their services and platforms, from app store rules and search functionalities to the introduction of new hardware and the open-sourcing of historical code.
- The ongoing debate around data privacy and security is highlighted by news of spyware protection features, the use of AI for nefarious purposes, and regulatory scrutiny over market practices, as seen with the UK's investigation into Microsoft Office.
Sources
TechCrunch
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Xreal, Google’s smartglasses partner, thinks it has finally mastered this notoriously tricky industry
2 hours ago
by Lucas Ropek
Hardware, Google, Google I/O, AI, SMART Glasses, XRealChi Xu, the founder and CEO of XREAL, thinks the smart glasses business has finally reached a turning point.
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6 kitchen gadgets that make adulting feel easier
4 hours ago
by Lauren Forristal
Hardware, Gadgets, Cooking Gadgets, Kitchen gadgets, robot chef, evergreensFrom a robot stirring your soup to a bread machine that kneads your dough, here are 6 gadgets that may make you feel like you’ve won adulthood.
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TechCrunch Mobility: Robotaxi reality check
5 hours ago
by Kirsten Korosec
Transportation, Elon Musk, SpaceX, Tesla, xAI, Waymo, robotaxi, techcrunch mobilityWelcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.
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I tried Amazon’s Bee wearable and am both intrigued and slightly creeped out
6 hours ago
by Lucas Ropek
AI, Gadgets, Amazon, AI hardware, Bee wearableLike other AI wearables, Amazon's Bee offers an odd combination of convenience and privacy anxiety.
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The Dreamie alarm clock got me to stop using my phone in bed
8 hours ago
by Amanda Silberling
Hardware, dreamieWhat sets Dreamie apart from all of the other fancy alarm clocks is laughably simple: It can play podcasts.
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Engadget
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The White House is reportedly forcing its official app onto all government employee phones
3 hours ago
by Jackson Chen
AppsYou gotta pump up those download numbers somehow.
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Chicks hatched from artificial eggshells, a new mission to study Earth's magnetosphere and more science stories
a day ago
by Cheyenne MacDonald
ScienceThis week's science news.
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Myst and Riven remakes, the return of Bubsy and other new indie games worth checking out
a day ago
by Kris Holt
GamingAmong the indie games we've seen worth checking out is a puzzle platformer inspired by mental health challenges and turning failures into progress.
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Oppo Find X9 Ultra vs. Vivo X300 Ultra: Battle of the telephoto smartphones
2 days ago
by Mat Smith
SmartphonesWe put the Oppo Find X9 Ultra up against the Vivo X300 Ultra to see which telephoto smartphone reigns supreme.
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The Morning After: The biggest news from Google I/O 2026
2 days ago
by Mat Smith
NewsGoogle I/O 2026 kicked off this week and to no one's surprise, it was almost completely about AI.
The Verge
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The best Memorial Day sales you can shop this weekend
5 hours ago
Deals, Gadgets, Verge ShoppingMemorial Day is nearly here, meaning the seasonal sales are in full swing. If your weekend plans involve pool parties or barbecues, now is a great time to pick up a portable speaker or set of solar lights , as many of our favorite models are currently on sale. You can also find deals on everything from 4K OLED TVs and noise-canceling earbuds to tents , laptops , and plenty of our favorite everyday essentials . To give you more options, we’ve also included a selection of deals from retailers that aren’t necessarily running their own Memorial Day sales but
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On Trails is a wandering tale that blends hiking, science, and history
6 hours ago
by Terrence O’Brien
Book Review, Books, Column, Entertainment, ScienceHiking is one of life's great joys. Turning off the screens and stepping out into nature for an extended period of time, perhaps even several days, is rejuvenating. Unfortunately, as someone with two young kids and a bad back, I'm not really able to go backpacking anymore. So I often find myself trying to live vicariously through others who write about their lengthy travails along the Appalachian or the PCT . That's what I thought I was signing up for when I picked up On Trails: An Exploration by Robert Moor . But it turned out to be so much
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Apple’s latest MacBook Air is $200 off in both sizes for Memorial Day
6 hours ago
by Sheena Vasani
Apple, Deals, Gadgets, Laptops, Tech, Verge ShoppingIf you’re looking for a laptop that’ll still perform well several years from now, Apple’s latest MacBook Air is hard to beat. Now, in particular, is a good time to pick one up, as you can currently buy the 13-inch MacBook Air at Amazon in the run-up to Memorial Day with an M5 chip, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD for $899.99 ($200 off), which is a new low price. The 15-inch model, meanwhile, is also on sale at Amazon for $1,099.99 ($200 off) in select colors, or at Best Buy for $1,149. Apple 13-inch MacBook Air (M5) Where
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Hackers are learning to exploit chatbot ‘personalities’
9 hours ago
by Robert Hart
AI, Column, Security, Tech, The StepbackThis is The Stepback , a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on AI mischief, follow Robert Hart . The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here . How it started Hacking the first generation of AI chatbots was a laughably simple affair. You didn't need any technical know-how, backdoor access, or even a basic understanding of what a large language model was. You didn't need to code. To get an AI system that had cost billions to build to abandon its safety instructions, sometimes
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Why Nuro thinks being a robotaxi ‘second mover’ gives it an advantage
10 hours ago
by Andrew J. Hawkins
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Wired
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Memorial Day Tech Deals: Sony, Anker, Beats (2026)
5 hours ago
by Louryn Strampe
Gear, Gear / Deals, DealsLots of our most-recommended headphones, power banks, and other gadgets are on sale for Memorial Day.
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Best Memorial Day Mattress Deals: Helix, Saatva (2026)
5 hours ago
by Louryn Strampe
Gear, Gear / Deals, Gear / Products / Sleep, Gear / Products / Lifestyle, DealsIt’s one of the best times of the year to buy a mattress, and deals on our favorite models are in full swing.
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Topo Designs Rover Trail Pack Is the Best Backpack I’ve Ever Used
10 hours ago
by Martin Cizmar
Gear, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Outdoor, Back, CheckUnsurprisingly, the Denver gorpcore brand that makes many of the best bags in the world has delivered a perfect backpack.
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The Best Browser Extensions to Get More Out of YouTube
10 hours ago
by David Nield
Gear, Gear / How To and Advice, Fancy, WatchYou can significantly improve the YouTube experience with these browser add-ons.
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These Robots Are Making Meals for a Nonprofit in San Francisco’s Tenderloin
10 hours ago
by Boone Ashworth
Gear, Gear / Gear News and Events, Chef's, KissA nonprofit in the city’s most troubled district has turned to robotic meal prep tech to make up for a dearth of human volunteers.