Google Won't Rest Until Gemini Is Everywhere in Your Home
Google announced Gemini for Home, a full‑stack AI solution that merges Gemini’s large‑model capabilities with Google Home APIs. The program supplies hardware partners with validated reference designs—SoCs, sensors, microphones—to accelerate AI‑enabled cameras and speakers. Google also introduced a Google Home Premium subscription, priced at $10 per month or $100 per year for the standard tier, with an advanced tier costing double. Existing AI Pro ($20/mo) and Ultra ($250/mo) plans already include these features, further embedding Gemini across Google’s ecosystem.
Qi2.2 Wireless Charging Is Coming to Phones and Battery Packs Everywhere… What Does It Do, Anyway?
The Wireless Power Consortium’s Qi2.2 standard raises the wireless charging ceiling to 25 watts, roughly doubling the speed of the original Qi protocol. Early 2026 accessories such as the Sharge Icemag 3 battery pack already support the new spec, delivering a 30‑minute...
Eufy Brings Local AI Agents to Home Security, the First I've Seen Without a Subscription
Eufy unveiled EdgeAgent, an on‑device AI processor built into its new Smart Security Shield, a weather‑resistant sensor and camera with a 180‑degree view. The edge‑based system performs facial recognition up to 100 feet away and operates 63% faster than typical cloud‑based...
Texas AG Opens Investigation Into Meta Glasses over Privacy, Biometric Concerns
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has opened a civil investigative demand into Meta’s AI‑enabled Ray‑Ban smart glasses, alleging the devices may record Texans and collect biometric data without proper notice or consent. The probe follows a $1.4 billion settlement last year...
Luna Band Launches Waitlist After CES Debut, Promises Subscription‑Free Screenless Tracking
Hardware startup Luna unveiled its screenless Luna Band at CES 2026 and today opened a public waitlist. Founder Amit Khatri says the device’s micro‑app ecosystem and subscription‑free model set it apart from Whoop and Oura, signaling a new go‑to‑market play...
NVIDIA N1: Leak Shows Laptop Motherboard with 128 GB LPDDR5X
A leaked image of an alleged NVIDIA N1 laptop motherboard reveals eight SK‑hynix LPDDR5X chips, suggesting a total of 128 GB of soldered memory. The board appears to be an engineering sample of an ARM‑based SoC aimed at AI‑centric notebooks rather...
Maka Kids Secures $3M Pre‑Seed Funding Led by Michigan Rise
Maka Kids, a streaming app for children ages zero to six focused on well‑being, announced a $3 million pre‑seed round led by Michigan Rise, with participation from Union Heritage Ventures, Flybridge, Also Capital, Detroit Venture Partners, Song United, Invest Detroit, Ann...