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A New York High School Is Getting an AI-Powered Robot Assistant. Parents and Teachers Have Concerns -
Realbotix is supplying a humanoid robot and at-home AI homework support. The teachers union says students are not lab rats.
Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked Lineup, Netflix to Buy AI Startup, and the Latest on the Paramount Skydance Merger With Warner Bros. -
Wes Ott covers today’s biggest tech stories, including what’s new from Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event. Plus, Netflix is buying Ben Affleck’s AI startup, and updates on the Paramount Skydance merger with Warner Bros.
Here’s How Apple Gets Folks to Pay More for a Folding iPhone -
Commentary: Hype around an expensive folding iPhone is giving me some déjà vu.
My Life With Looki Is a Harbinger of Always-On Recording Glasses to Come -
The almost always-on camera-equipped pendant represents the extreme assistive aspirations of AI. Nobody wants me to wear it, including me.
Facebook Has a New Marketplace App and Verification Checks for Everyone -
In a curious move, the social network is siphoning off its most popular features into separate apps.
Amazon Deals of the Day: Grab This DJI Mini Mic While It’s at a Record-Low Price -
Plus, score $30 off both the Baseus open-earbuds and the Bissell carpet cleaner.
The New Siri AI Leaves Old Siri in the Dust on Apple Watch -
I compared Apple’s upgraded Siri in the WatchOS 27 public beta with the old Siri to see just how much it had improved. Spoiler: it was embarrassing.
Anthropic Releases Claude Opus 5 to Be Your New ‘Everyday’ Assistant -
Like Gemini, the latest Claude model prioritizes cost efficiency.
Final Hours: Save $929 Off This Anker Portable Solar Power Station Today -
The Anker Solix S2000 can keep multiple devices running when you need them most, and now it’s down to $870.
Leave the Brushing to This $40 Philips Sonicare 3100 Toothbrush -
Take your oral care to the next level without overspending.
Upgrade Movie Night With a New Record Low on the Valerion Projector, Plus Score a Free Screen -
Take advantage of a new all-time low price on the StreamMaster Plus 2 and get a large projector screen as a bonus.
Galaxy Z Flip 8 vs. Motorola Razr Ultra 2026: Flip-Phone Foldable Showdown -
Here’s how the top clamshell foldables measure up.
This Hilarious Movie Is Now Streaming and I Can’t Believe It Actually Got Made -
Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie is heavily improvised and often shot without permits, and yet it all comes together perfectly.
Hasbro, Mattel and More Reveal New Must-Have Merch at SDCC 2026 -
We’ve got our first look at new toys, apparel and collectibles – and some of it is already on sale.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Comparing the High-End Foldables -
Samsung’s $2,100 Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is one of the most-expensive book-style foldable phones available right now. Here’s how it compares to Google’s $1,799 Pixel 10 Pro Fold.
Last Call for Prime Day: Nab My Favorite 3D Printer for $100 Less, Plus Accessory and Consumables Deals -
Prime Day and Bambu Lab’s anniversary sale brought tons of deals on top-rated 3D printer models. Here are the ones I recommend.
This Clever USB-C Phone Lanyard Doubles as a Charging Cable, and It’s at a Record-Low Price -
Grab this super handy accessory for well under $25 on Amazon.
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet Gets You Online Fast with No Technicians or Contracts -
With T-Mobile 5G Home Internet, you can be online in 15 minutes, with simple pricing that won’t change for 5 years.
Rings of Power’s Season 3 Trailer Successfully Hides the Best Parts With Fire -
There’s a lot more than a big fight for Middle-Earth happening this season.
The Next Solar Eclipse Will Deliver a Rare Sight: Totality at Sunset -
The only thing cooler than an eclipse or a sunset? When both happen at once.