Apple Prepares Siri for Multi-Step AI Requests in iOS 27
Apple is testing a major Siri upgrade for iOS 27 that lets users bundle several actions into a single voice command. The multi-step capability would keep the assistant engaged across a chain of tasks such as fetching, editing, and sending a photo. Apple also plans to open Siri to external large‑language models like Gemini and Claude, expanding its AI ecosystem. A fuller demonstration is expected at WWDC in June, with the feature slated for a fall release.
I Used Apple Music's New AI Tool to Break Out of My Music Rut - and It Worked
Apple Music introduced Playlist Playground in iOS 26.4, an AI‑driven tool that generates playlists from user‑provided prompts. The feature can produce themed collections for activities like walking, workouts, or focused work, but its success hinges on how precisely users describe the...
Android Phone Prices Surge in April as Manufacturers Pass Costs to Consumers
Global Android manufacturers are raising prices on new and existing smartphones in April. The hikes, driven by soaring component costs for memory, displays and camera modules, stem from heightened AI data‑center demand. Estimates suggest average Android prices could climb up...
The Best E-Readers (2026): Kobo, Kindle
The 2026 roundup of e‑readers crowns Kobo’s Libra Colour and Clara Colour as the top choices for readers who want true color E‑Ink, while Amazon’s Kindle Paperwhite (12th Gen) remains the benchmark for battery longevity and ecosystem depth. Kobo models combine...
Best WiiM Streamers (2026): Simplify Your Sound With WiiM Streaming Gear
WiiM has rapidly become a leading alternative to Sonos after the latter’s 2024 app fiasco left users seeking a more reliable whole‑home streaming solution. The brand’s lineup—highlighted by the WiiM Amp Pro, Amp Ultra, and Pro Plus preamplifier—offers straightforward app‑based...
Android Auto Left Behind as OpenAI Brings ChatGPT to Apple CarPlay: Here's How It Works
OpenAI’s ChatGPT is now available on Apple CarPlay, enabled by the iOS 26.4 update that permits third‑party voice‑based conversational apps. The integration is voice‑only, offering spoken answers without displaying text or images on the dashboard. Users must tap the ChatGPT icon...
Enabot Introduces EBO Max, an AI-Powered Family Robot Designed to Think, Learn, and Care
Enabot unveiled EBO Max, its most advanced AI‑powered family robot. Priced at £499.99 (about $635 after a £50 discount), the device combines a new AI brain with multimodal perception, long‑term memory and 4K imaging. The mobile robot can navigate homes,...
France 24 Launches BMW In-Car App with Dotscreen
France 24 has introduced a dedicated in‑car app for BMW Group vehicles in Europe and the United States, using Xperi’s TiVo infotainment platform. Developed by Dotscreen, the app delivers live streams, video bulletins and on‑demand news in French, English, Arabic and...
Wearable AI Devices Market Insights Report 2026-2036 Featuring Strategic Analysis of Apple, Samsung Electronics, Google, Huawei Technologies Co., Sony Corp....
The global wearable AI devices market is projected to surge from $69.8 billion in 2026 to about $270.2 billion by 2036, delivering a 14.5% compound annual growth rate. Smartwatches dominate the market today, while eye‑wear is set to post the fastest growth...
I Asked ChatGPT What WIRED’s Reviewers Recommend—Its Answers Were All Wrong
WIRED tested ChatGPT’s ability to cite its own product recommendations and found systematic errors. The AI linked to the correct WIRED guides but repeatedly substituted the wrong top picks for TVs, headphones, and laptops. These hallucinations stem from the model’s...
Google Finally Fixed Gemini for Home so You Can Stop Yelling at Your Ceiling
Google has rolled out a major update to Gemini for Home, its AI‑powered smart‑home assistant, making voice commands more conversational and improving device recognition. The upgrade adds expressive lighting that responds to descriptive color cues and expands precise control over...
Meta’s Ray-Ban Glasses Face Investigation in Kenya
Kenya's data protection authority launched an investigation into Meta's Ray‑Ban smart glasses over allegations that footage, including sensitive personal moments, is reviewed by human contractors, raising privacy concerns echoed in the US and UK. In Nigeria, persistent naira volatility—fluctuating around...
The Acer TravelMate P6 14 AI Passes the Audition to Be Your Next Travel Companion with Flying Colors – and...
Acer unveiled the TravelMate P6 14 AI, a 2025 enterprise laptop that blends a sub‑kilogram chassis with the latest Intel Core Ultra 200 Series CPU and integrated Arc graphics. The 14‑inch IPS panel delivers a 2,880 × 1,800 resolution, 120 Hz refresh rate and near‑perfect...
NVIDIA Adds Auto Shader Compilation Beta to Cut Load Times
NVIDIA has launched a beta Auto Shader Compilation (ASC) feature in the latest NVIDIA App, designed to pre‑compile DirectX 12 shaders while the PC is idle, aiming to cut game launch times and eliminate stutter. Users must enable ASC manually via...
Intel Wildcat Lake Leak Outlines Core 300 Series Mobile Strategy
A leak on X reveals Intel’s upcoming Wildcat Lake Core 300 series, a six‑SKU lineup ranging from Core 3 to Core 7 aimed at the 15‑ to 35‑watt segment. The family uses two Cougar Cove performance cores and four efficiency cores, discarding the...
Anker Hermes Rechargeable Backpacking Stove System
Anker Electronics announced a rechargeable, induction‑based backpacking stove called Hermes, which replaces traditional isobutane canisters with a USB‑C‑compatible lithium‑ion battery. The all‑in‑one unit integrates a 1 L pot, induction coil and battery in a 15.8‑oz cylinder, promising faster boiling, zero flame...
Samsung Beware: Oppo's New 10x Zoom Camera Is Next-Level Impressive
Oppo is set to unveil the Find X9 Ultra on April 21, featuring a groundbreaking 10× optical zoom lens built around a "Quintuple Prism Reflection Periscope Structure." The design reflects light five times, allowing a longer focal length while keeping...
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold Finally Makes Sense at $300 OFF for Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Google’s Pixel 10 Pro Fold is now priced at $1,499 on Amazon, reflecting a $300 discount that brings the premium foldable under $1,500. The device adds notable upgrades over the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, including the first U.S.‑market IP68 rating,...
Snap’s Joseph Darko on Why Practical AR Is Changing Behavior in Asia-Pacific
Snap’s head of AR, Joseph Darko, says practical augmented reality is shifting from experimental projects to everyday tools across the Asia‑Pacific region. Developers are building a seamless AR continuum that integrates into multiple categories, with travel leading the way through...
Gmail Rolling Out AI Inbox Beta for AI Ultra Subscribers
Google has begun rolling out the AI Inbox beta to members of its AI Ultra subscription, priced at $249.99 per month. The new interface sits above the traditional inbox and surfaces actionable items such as reminders, bills, and short‑term tasks, while also...
I Tried Replacing Steam with Google Play Games on My PC — It's Not Even Close
Google Play Games is positioning itself as a PC gaming alternative to Steam, touting a catalog of over 200,000 titles and a "buy once, play anywhere" promise. In practice, most of those titles are mobile‑first, and the PC‑compatible subset is...
Silicon Valley City to Give Residents Doorbells Equipped with Cameras
Milpitas city council approved a $60,000 budget to distribute free smart doorbell cameras to residents on a first‑come, first‑served basis. Homeowners can voluntarily upload video clips to a police‑managed database, but officers have no automatic access to the footage. The...
You Can Grab a Four-Pack of Govee’s Color-Changing Smart Bulbs for Just $27
Govee’s Smart A19 color‑changing LED bulbs are on sale for a four‑pack at $26.99, a $13 discount from the regular $39.99 price. Each bulb delivers 800 lumens, over 16 million colors, and can be controlled via Wi‑Fi or Bluetooth without a...
Pixel Watch March/April 2026 Update Rolling Out for LTE Models
Google has released the March/April 2026 software update for the LTE variants of its Pixel Watch 2, 3 and 4. The same build that debuted on Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi models (CP1A.260305.014.W4) is now available via OTA and factory images, though sideloading the Pixel...
The RAM Crisis Is Price-Gouging Storage Units, but the "Definitive" 1TB SSD for Gaming Handhelds Is Sideswiping Them with This...
Amid a broader RAM‑driven price surge in storage, Western Digital has slashed the price of its 1TB WD_Black SN770M SSD by 25%, positioning it as the go‑to upgrade for handheld gaming devices. The drive is fully compatible with the ASUS...
My Week With the TikTok-Famous Rolling LG TV
LG’s StanByMe 2 rolling TV lets users wheel a 22‑inch 1080p screen from room to room, doubling as a tablet with a four‑hour battery. The tension‑based stand offers swivel, height, and rotation adjustments, while a matte panel improves visibility in bright...
Gemini App Rolls Out New Glow on Android and Moves Temporary Chat
Google’s Gemini AI app received a visual overhaul on Android, adding a full‑screen glow that radiates blue, red, green and yellow hues around the display. On the web, the Temporary chat feature was moved from the side panel to a...
Nothing Plans to Release AI Smart Glasses Next Year After CEO Carl Pei Changes Mind
Nothing Technology, known for its transparent‑design phones and audio gear, is now planning to launch AI‑powered smart glasses in the first half of 2027. The device will feature a microphone, speakers and cameras but no built‑in display, relying on a...
The Apple Pencil Alternative I Use Daily Is on Sale for $28 - but Not for Long
The ESR Geo Pencil, an Apple Pencil alternative, is on Amazon for $28, a 22% discount that ends tonight. The stylus works with any iPad released after 2018 and offers a 12‑hour battery life with a 20‑minute charge, magnetic attachment,...
Quick Share’s Little-Known Shortcut Lets You Share to Another Android Phone by Tapping It
Google’s Quick Share still houses a tap‑to‑share shortcut originally introduced as Nearby Share, echoing the old Android Beam gesture. A recent One UI 9 leak suggests Samsung will surface this "Tap to Share" feature in the upcoming Android 17 update, making it...
Razer's First Split Ergonomic Keyboard Is Here
Razer has launched the Pro Type Ergo, its first split ergonomic keyboard, aimed at reducing strain and boosting productivity for office users. The device features a split QWERTY layout, a cushioned wrist rest, dual B keys, and a mini space‑bar...
Check Out More Certified Refurbished Pixel Models on the Google Store and Amazon Renewed.
Google is expanding its Certified Refurbished program, adding the Pixel 8a to an existing lineup that includes the Pixel 7a, 7, 8, 8 Pro, and 7 Pro on the Google Store. Refurbished devices are inspected, repaired with genuine Google parts, and shipped in 100 %...
Google Photos Is Losing some of Its Editing Shortcuts to ‘Reduce Accidental Triggers’
Google Photos is removing several gesture‑based editing shortcuts on Android, including circling, tapping, and scribbling that previously launched Move, Erase, and Reimagine tools. The change aims to curb accidental triggers that interrupt simple edits like rotate or crop. Google says...
Geely Tech EU and 3SS Launch In‑car Entertainment Hub for Zeekr in Europe
Geely Technology Europe and 3 Screen Solutions have launched an in‑car entertainment hub for Zeekr vehicles across Europe, built on Android Automotive OS and powered by 3Ready Automotive. The platform integrates premium video, live TV and news from over 15...
Caller ID App Truecaller Hits 500 Million Monthly Users
Swedish caller‑ID platform Truecaller announced it now has 500 million monthly active users, up 50 million since April 2025 and double its base over the past five years. India remains its largest market, contributing over 350 million users, while 150 million users are outside...
Google's 'Performance Advisor' Steph Curry Teases Probable New Wearable
NBA star Stephen Curry, Google’s newly appointed Performance Advisor, has teased the company’s first health‑focused wearable in a 15‑second Instagram video. The clip shows a gray‑orange band on Curry’s wrist and hints at AI‑driven features, though Google has provided no...
These Soundcore Sleep Earbuds Are $60 Off During Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Anker's Soundcore Sleep earbuds are featured in Amazon's Big Spring Sale, with the A20 model reduced by $60 to $119.99 (down from $179.99) and the newer A30 model discounted to $179.99, a $20 saving. The A20 relies on passive noise...
Bauer Media Pushes Android Automotive App
Bauer Media has launched a native Android Automotive version of its Rayo radio app, now pre‑installed in BMW and Mini connected‑car systems across the United Kingdom and Portugal. The app was developed on Radioplayer’s white‑label Android Automotive platform and distributed...
Our Favorite Affordable Air Purifier Is Temporarily Even Cheaper
Wired highlights a temporary Amazon Big Spring Sale that drops the Coway Airmega Mighty from its regular $230 price to $154, a 33% discount. The unit can filter up to 361 sq ft, though it performs best in rooms around 200 sq ft, and...
Sennheiser Made My Favourite Headphones for Years –I'm Mourning Its Apparent Demise
Swiss hearing‑aid maker Sonova announced it will discontinue the Sennheiser consumer audio division, signaling a possible exit from the headphone market. The company indicated the brand could be sold if a buyer meets its price expectations, but otherwise will focus...
New Personal Health Coach Features Are Coming to Fitbit.
Fitbit is expanding its personal health coach public preview by adding three new wellness tools: Cycle Health, Mental Wellbeing, and Nutrition & Water logging. Cycle Health lets users record menstrual symptoms and, for Premium members, receive personalized cycle insights. The...
Practical Smell-O-Vision Could Soon Be Coming to a VR Headset Near You
A team from Institute of Science Tokyo and Rakuten Institute of Technology has created a compact, wearable scent‑generation device that syncs with VR headsets. The system uses a micro‑dispenser, ultrasound atomization, and an electro‑osmotic pump to blend up to eight...
TCL Tab 10 Drops to $139.99 — A Solid iPad Alternative for Streaming, Browsing, and Everyday Use
TCL has slashed the price of its Tab 10 tablet to $139.99, a roughly 30% discount that positions it as a low‑cost alternative to the iPad. The 10.1‑inch FHD Android 15 device packs an octa‑core processor, 4 GB RAM, 128 GB internal storage (expandable...
Blaze Announces Evercade Nexus Handheld, Including Enhanced Versions of Banjo-Kazooie and Banjo-Tooie
Blaze Entertainment unveiled the Evercade Nexus, a premium handheld retro console slated for October 2026 with pre‑orders beginning April 1. The device upgrades to a 5.89‑inch IPS screen, adds twin analog sticks, wireless headphone support, and a new EverSync local‑multiplayer feature, while...
7 Lesser Known iPhone Features That Can Improve Your Sleep
Apple’s iPhone bundles a suite of built‑in tools that turn the device into a comprehensive sleep aid, from health‑tracking dashboards to automated bedtime routines. The Health app consolidates data from Apple Watch and other wearables, displaying metrics such as heart...
One of Our Favorite REDMAGIC Gaming Phones Just Got a Stylish Makeover, and You Can Pre-Order It Now
REDMAGIC has refreshed its 11 Air gaming phone with a new Trace colorway that blends subtle orange highlights into a light‑grey chassis. The handset retains a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, up to 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage, and now boasts a battery larger...
Do You Hate Xbox Game Pass Ultimate's Price Hike? Then Use This Discounted Gift Card to Skip It and Save...
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate’s subscription price rose to $29.99 per month, prompting gamers to seek cost‑saving tactics. A $25 Xbox gift card is being sold on Newegg for $22 using promo code SSF5465, a discount that expires at midnight on...
Best Laptop for College Students: Top Laptops for School in 2026
The 2026 college‑laptop roundup highlights Apple’s MacBook Neo as the most affordable premium option, retailing at $499 with the education discount. ARM‑based devices like the Neo, HP OmniBook 5 and Asus ZenBook A14 dominate battery‑life rankings, while Windows models such as the Dell...
I Broke up with My Kindle. My New E-Reader Treats Me Better.
After Amazon’s Kindle began restricting users from downloading and backing up their own e‑books, columnist Michael J. Coren switched to a different e‑reader. He criticizes Kindle’s licensing model, which treats the device as a rental rather than ownership, giving Amazon...
Leading Global Online Retailer Expands Vuzix Smart Glasses Deployment Across North America with Follow-On Orders and Initial Ultralite Pro OEM...
Vuzix announced that a leading global online retailer is expanding its smart‑glass deployment across the United States and Canada, adding follow‑on orders for the M400 platform and its first OEM order for Ultralite Pro devices. The rollout builds on earlier pilots...