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From Wearables to Robots to Tabletop Trinkets, the AI Hardware Scene Is Booming
AI is supercharging a new crop of gadgets, mixing whimsy with practicality. I checked them out at IFA 2026.
I Actually Really Like Xiaomi’s Folding iPhone Ultra Rival
It's a direct rival to Apple and Samsung, and I hope I can get hold of one.
Coding With OpenAI’s Codex Micro Keypad: The Vibes Are Bad
The $230 Codex Micro sold out in 12 hours. But this can’t possibly be the future of AI hardware.
Everything We Expect at Tomorrow’s Apple ‘Surprise and Shine’ Event: A Folding iPhone, AirPods and Watch Series 12
We rounded up all the rumors on the iPhone 18 — including that we won't be getting a base model this fall.
An Hour of Gundam: Rogue Orbit Made Me Feverish for More Robot Combat
The game seems geared more toward melee action than 3D zero-G combat — think less Armored Core and more Dynasty Warriors or Virtual On.
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I Can’t Put the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Down. Can Apple’s Foldable Change That?
Commentary: Samsung's compact, versatile foldable won my heart the moment I first held it. Will Apple's highly anticipated iPhone Ultra steal me away?
Sony Surprises With New 1000XM4C 2nd Gen Headphones With Updated Sound, Bluetooth 6.0
The $300 WH-1000XM4C will be released alongside Sony's new midrange CH730N and entry-level CH530 headphones.
Motorola Spiffs Up the Razr With Swarovski Meteorite Finish, Adds Watch Ultra and Edge 70 Plus
Motorola's given the Razr a touch of the old razzle-dazzle for IFA, and bulked out its mobile portfolio.
TCL Supercharges Its Stunning Nxtpaper Displays With the P80 Ultra
The TCL P80 Ultra and Pro will be the company's first phones to use its fancy paper-like displays.
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold Is So Sleek, Its Best Feature Is a Double-Edged Sword
Review: Google's new foldable is more durable and refined than ever, though its slim build and spacious cover screen might make you forget it can unfurl.
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This New 360 Camera Won’t Come to the US. I Went to Berlin to Test It
Replaceable lenses, new image sensors and 8K60 video. The hardware of the DJI Osmo 360 II is not the problem.
The Best of IFA 2026, Where There’s No Such Thing as Too Many Robots
At IFA, we saw tech for every room in your home and every part of your life.
HyperX Omen 15 Review: A Subtle, Yet Potent 1080p Gaming Laptop
The Omen 15 holds up while gaming and when working away from power outlets making it a solid option for those who need versatility.
We Rated the Weird Tech at IFA 2026 to Find the Wackiest Products
Tofu machines, pet phones, toothbrush cameras — we saw all the wildest stuff at IFA, and now we're here to report back.
Sony Bravia 9 II TV Review: The Best RGB LED TV I’ve Tested, but Here’s What to Buy Instead
It’s a great performer with excellent color reproduction — the next best thing to an OLED — but you’ll pay for it.
I Tested My 19-Year-Old Vitamix Against Brand-New Models. Here’s Who Won
My vintage Vitamix is at least 19 years old. I wanted to see how it compares to the brand’s newer 5200 and VX1.
This Robot Vacuum Aims to Compete With the Suction Power of a Stick Vacuum
Robot vacuums aren't very good at deep cleaning carpets. However, Roomba is about to show me how it's fixed this problem.
Buying a Robotic Pool Cleaner Based on Suction Power Is a Mistake, According to Our Lab Tests
Some robot pool cleaners offer huge suction power and massive battery life. Our lab data shows why those features don't matter as much as you'd think.
The Rorra Water Filter Is as Stylish as It Is Functional
Looks aren't everything but this water filter really turns heads.
New Foreign-Made Robot Vacuums Are Now Banned in the US. Here’s What You Should Know
The FCC's latest guidance could effectively ban robot vacuums, mowers and pool cleaners.
At G20, Big Tech and Global Leaders Can’t Escape AI’s Data Center Problem
Growing nationwide opposition to AI and data centers came right up to the summit's doorstep.
The Year of the Claw: OpenClaw Rolls Out New Version of Its Viral AI Agent
The agentic AI platform is molting again.
Hate AI Data Centers? Big Tech’s New Ad Campaign Aims to Change Your Mind
A multimillion-dollar campaign is trying to reverse the trend of the public's growing disdain for AI data centers.
Instagram Says It’s Pulling the Mask Off AI Influencers
Instagram is requiring fake models to carry an AI-generated profile label to show they're not human.
No ‘DMV for AI’: US Pushes Against AI Regulations at Global Forum
A US regulatory agency for AI would be a “disaster,” a key Trump science and technology adviser says during a G20 forum on technology.
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The Robots Are Stumbling on Their Way to the Revolution
No one said the humanoid robot revolution would be easy — startups are facing roadblocks on their drive to create a true chore helper.
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Trump’s FCC Just Scrapped Its Most Ambitious Broadband Goal
The new Federal Communications Commission report signals a major retreat from the former administration's goal of connecting every American to gigabit-speed broadband.
Your Internet Bill Might be Booby Trapped. Here’s What to Do
Your internet bill doubling in the past year is not a coincidence. Here's how to protect yourself from internet pricing traps.
Why Your Gigabit Internet Plan Might Be Overkill
Don’t let marketing hype dictate your monthly bill. We break down the real-world bandwidth you need for streaming, gaming and remote work.
Home Internet Connection Types: We Ranked Them From Best to Worst
From fiber to fixed wireless, we rank the tech powering your home to help you stop overpaying for performance you aren't getting.
People’s Picks ISP Winners: Is Your Internet Service Provider a Flop or Favorite?
There are several connection types, including 5G, cable, satellite and fiber. Which one is really the golden standard? CNET readers have a say.
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