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Smart Plug-In Gadgets Are Changing How Homes Manage Energy
A new wave of plug-in devices adds intelligence and safety to standard outlets. From energy monitoring to automated scheduling, these gadgets make homes more efficient without expensive rewiring.
Power On: The Hidden Cost of Always-On Devices
Always-on devices quietly consume significant energy over time.
The Smart Home Promise Fades as Consumers Hit a Wall
Smart home adoption stalls due to fragmentation, high costs and privacy fears. The industry must fix interoperability to regain consumer trust.
Smart Glasses Banned From Stadiums as Sports Leagues Target Betting Abuse
Professional sports leagues are banning smart glasses over fears they enable real-time betting abuse and insider information sharing.
Ring's Second-Gen Battery Doorbell Plus Brings 2K Video to Head-to-Toe Viewing
Ring's new Battery Video Doorbell Plus offers 2K resolution and head-to-toe viewing. The upgrade marks a significant step forward for wireless doorbells but still requires a subscription.
Lightning surge through coaxial cable destroys gamer's PC, highlights home wiring risks
A lightning strike entered a home through a coaxial internet cable, destroying a gaming PC and router. The incident underscores the need for whole-home surge protection beyond standard power strips.
Motorola Bricked Its Entire Router Line Without Warning Users
Motorola silently crippled its WiFi routers, leaving thousands without working devices or explanation.
Congressional Proposal Would Charge Electric Vehicle Owners $130 Annual Road Fee
A bipartisan bill in Congress would require EV and plug-in hybrid owners to pay $130 each year for road maintenance, targeting lost gas tax revenue.
Razer's New Microphone Bridges USB and XLR With 32-Bit Float Support
Razer launches the Seiren V3 Pro hybrid microphone with USB-C, XLR connections and 32-bit float support. It targets streamers seeking flexibility between USB convenience and professional audio quality.
Why the 3-to-1 Rule Is Essential for Clean Audio Recording
The 3-to-1 rule prevents phase cancellation when using multiple microphones. Understanding it improves recording quality for musicians and creators.
Smart TV Owners Overlook a Hidden Automation Tool: The RS-232 Port
Most people ignore the RS-232 port on their smart TV. But this serial connector can turn the TV into a powerful home automation controller.
Your Smart TV Is Feeding the AI Scraping Machine
Smart TVs are being repurposed as nodes in the AI data scraping economy, raising serious privacy and ethical questions. Here's what it means for consumers.
Smart Chess Boards Reshape Competitive Play as Two Brands Lead the Market
Chessnut and Millennium are driving a shift in chess with boards that combine physical pieces with digital analysis. These devices offer new training tools and online connectivity for players at all levels.
Smart Lightbulb Hacked Into Covert Digital Library for Banned Books
A researcher turned a Wi-Fi smart lightbulb into a hidden server hosting banned books, accessible via an open Wi-Fi access point.
Military Smart Glasses Let Soldiers Order Drone Strikes With Eye Tracking
Anduril and Meta are developing AR headsets that use eye-tracking and AI to order drone strikes. The systems face technical and attention hurdles before a potential 2028 production.
Study Finds Widespread Proxy SDKs in LG Smart TV Apps
Research shows nearly half of LG Smart TV apps contain residential proxy SDKs that can route user traffic for ad fraud and geo-spoofing. The finding raises major privacy concerns.
Bluetooth Smart Bulbs Reshape Home Lighting Choices
Bluetooth smart bulbs offer an easy way to upgrade home lighting without a hub. Amazon's selection provides options for every room and budget.
Portable Smart Fans See Summer Demand Spike as Prices Drop
Summer demand for portable smart fans is surging. The SwitchBot rechargeable fan now costs $60, offering convenience and smart home integration. This trend highlights the growth of affordable cooling tech.
Google's Android XR Smart Glasses Face High Stakes but Offer Real Advantages
Google's Android XR platform is nearing reality with smart glasses that leverage Android integration. The company must overcome past failures and strong competition from Apple and Meta.
Apple Pushes Smart Glasses Launch to Late 2027, Report Says
Apple's smart glasses are reportedly delayed until late 2027 as it takes a cautious approach to avoid earlier AR product pitfalls.