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The TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER focuses on writing, drawing, and AI-assisted notes rather than media consumption or glossy tablet features.
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TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER competes with Kindle Scribe on price and features
TCL introduces the Note A1 NXTPAPER, a color writing tablet designed as a faster, eye-friendly alternative to the Kindle Scribe and other E Ink notebooks.
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about 9 hours ago
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Apple’s four-day Japan New Year sale includes gift cards across iPhone, Mac, and iPad lineups, topped by a free Daruma-engraved AirTag for qualifying iPhone buyers.
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Apple Japan new year sale adds rare Daruma AirTag giveaway
Apple’s Japan New Year sale adds a free limited-edition Daruma-engraved AirTag with select iPhone purchases, alongside gift cards worth up to ¥38,000 for a short four-day window.
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about 10 hours ago
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Vibe coding looks fast but fails later, warns Cursor founder.
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Cursor CEO cautions developers against blind trust in AI-generated code
Cursor CEO Michael Truell warns that vibe coding with AI can create hidden technical debt, leading to fragile software that breaks under scale, security pressure, and long-term maintenance demands.
https://gadgetbond.com/vibe-coding-ai-risks-cursor-ceo-michael-truell/
about 11 hours ago
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1Password is closing out the year with a 50 percent discount on its subscription plans, giving new customers a cheaper way to secure accounts and logins.
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1Password offers 50 percent off individual and family plans in year-end sale
1Password is running a holiday deal that cuts Individual and Family plan prices by 50 percent for the first year, making premium password security more affordable before the new year.
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about 15 hours ago
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WhatsApp is marking the New Year with limited-time features such as animated Status layouts, video call effects, and confetti reactions while supporting record-breaking global message traffic.
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WhatsApp introduces limited-time new year features for global celebrations
WhatsApp is rolling out festive New Year features including animated Status posts, fireworks on video calls, confetti reactions, and a 2026 sticker pack as it handles more than 100 billion messages an...
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about 16 hours ago
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Meta adds Manus to power practical AI agents across its apps.
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Meta adds Manus to power practical AI agents across its apps
Meta is acquiring Manus to bring a proven general-purpose AI agent platform into its ecosystem, signaling a shift toward assistants that can execute real tasks across Meta’s apps.
https://gadgetbond.com/meta-manus-ai-acquisition/
about 16 hours ago
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OWC launches a creator-focused 2-meter Thunderbolt 5 USB-C cable.
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OWC extends Thunderbolt 5 reach with a fully certified 2m USB-C cable
OWC’s latest Thunderbolt 5 USB-C cable extends cable length to 2 meters while maintaining full specification support for fast storage, external GPUs, and advanced display setups.
https://gadgetbond.com/owc-2-meter-thunderbolt-5-usb-c-cable-launch/
about 17 hours ago
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LG plans major AI showcase across healthcare and energy at CES 2026.
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LG prepares broad AI suite reveal at CES 2026
LG is using CES 2026 to present a wide range of AI-powered services spanning healthcare, mental health, energy management, and practical tools for small businesses.
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about 18 hours ago
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LG smart TVs now support cloud gaming services through Gaming Portal, reducing the need for expensive consoles or PCs.
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LG adds cloud gaming to its smart TVs with the new Gaming Portal
LG Gaming Portal turns compatible smart TVs into console-free gaming hubs with access to thousands of cloud and casual games through webOS.
https://gadgetbond.com/lg-gaming-portal-smart-tvs-update/
about 18 hours ago
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LG’s first Frame-style TV makes its public debut at CES 2026.
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LG unveils its first true Frame-style Gallery TV at CES 2026
LG’s new Gallery TV brings a wall-mounted, art-focused approach to televisions, using a glare-reducing screen, customizable frames, and curated artwork to compete with Samsung’s Frame.
https://gadgetbond.com/lg-gallery-tv-ces-2026/
about 19 hours ago
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Samsung and Google are extending Google Photos beyond phones by adding immersive photo memories and AI creativity features to Samsung’s upcoming AI television lineup.
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Google Photos is coming to Samsung TVs with Gemini-powered AI creation tools
Google Photos is coming to Samsung TVs with curated Memories, personalized slideshows, and Gemini-powered photo editing tools designed for big-screen viewing at home.
https://gadgetbond.com/samsung-google-photos-memories-integration-2026-ai-tvs/
1 day ago
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Cherry’s new ultra-slim mechanical keyboard focuses on precise typing, quieter operation, and multi-device workflows while maintaining the minimalist aesthetic Apple users expect.
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The Cherry KW X ULP 2.0 Mini is a mechanical keyboard made for Mac desks
The KW X ULP 2.0 Mini shows how Cherry packed mechanical precision, quiet low-profile switches, and premium materials into a keyboard thin enough to rival Apple’s Magic Keyboard.
https://gadgetbond.com/cherry-kw-x-ulp-2-0-mini-mechanical-keyboard-launch-price-availability/
2 days ago
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The real reason Apple wants a $599 MacBook on the market.
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The real reason Apple wants a $599 MacBook on the market
Apple’s rumored 12-inch budget MacBook shows how a lower price could quietly pull iPhone-only users deeper into Apple’s ecosystem through convenience and long-term lock-in.
https://gadgetbond.com/apple-cheaper-macbook-iphone-chip-ecosystem-lockin-strategy/
2 days ago
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OpenAI is hiring residents for its 2026 six-month AI research program.
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OpenAI opens applications for its paid 2026 AI research residency
OpenAI has opened applications for its 2026 Residency, a six-month paid program in San Francisco that places builders and researchers directly inside frontier AI teams.
https://gadgetbond.com/openai-residency-2026-paid-job-invites/
3 days ago
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AI coding tools are boosting output but hurting code quality.
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The growing problem with letting AI write production code
New research shows AI-generated code ships faster but contains significantly more bugs, security flaws, and maintainability issues than human-written software.
https://gadgetbond.com/ai-code-quality-problems/
3 days ago
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This invite-only app wants to make hanging out less complicated.
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Rodeo wants to turn group chat chaos into real-life plans with friends
Rodeo focuses on social coordination rather than matching, using AI to help friends move from saved posts to actual meetups.
https://gadgetbond.com/rodeo-social-life-planning-app-friends/
3 days ago
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Sam Altman wants one executive responsible for stopping AI from going too far.
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Sam Altman is hiring a Head of Preparedness to confront AI risks before they scale
Sam Altman has created a senior role at OpenAI focused on imagining how advanced AI could cause harm and building systems to stop those risks before new models are released.
https://gadgetbond.com/sam-altman-openai-head-of-preparedness/
3 days ago
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Samsung’s new WiFi speakers focus on subtle design and immersive audio.
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Samsung introduces design-first wireless speakers with Music Studio 5 and 7
Samsung’s Music Studio 5 and Music Studio 7 wireless speakers for 2026 focus on minimalist design, AI-tuned sound, and spatial audio that fits naturally into modern living rooms.
https://gadgetbond.com/samsung-music-studio-5-7-wireless-speakers-ces-2026/
3 days ago
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New York becomes first state to mandate mental health warnings on social media.
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New York will force social media apps to show mental health warning labels
New York has passed a law requiring social media platforms to display mental health warning labels when young users encounter addictive features like infinite scroll and autoplay.
https://gadgetbond.com/ny-new-york-social-media-apps-mental-health-warning-labels/
3 days ago
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LG Display announces a next-generation 4K OLED panel with 240Hz and RGB stripe layout.
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LG Display shows off a 27-inch 4K 240Hz RGB stripe OLED panel at CES 2026
LG Display has announced a 27-inch 4K OLED monitor panel with an RGB stripe subpixel layout and a 240Hz refresh rate, targeting high-end gaming and professional desktop use.
https://gadgetbond.com/lg-display-rgb-stripe-4k-oled-panel-240hz-ces-2026/
4 days ago
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LG announces premium UltraGear evo gaming monitors featuring 5K visuals, local dimming MiniLED backlights, OLED technology, and built-in AI enhancements.
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LG announces next-gen UltraGear evo monitors focused on 5K gaming
LG introduces its UltraGear evo gaming monitors with 5K and 5K2K resolutions, on-device AI upscaling, OLED and MiniLED panels, and high refresh rates aimed at extending GPU lifespans.
https://gadgetbond.com/lg-ultragear-evo-5k-gaming-monitors-ces-2026-oled-miniled-ultra-wide/
4 days ago
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LG’s vision of a zero-labor home starts with a two-armed robot.
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LG teases a home robot that can lift, grip, and handle daily tasks
CLOiD is LG’s most serious attempt yet at a home robot, featuring human-like hands, advanced sensors, and AI designed for everyday physical tasks.
https://gadgetbond.com/lg-cloid-home-robot-ces-2026/
4 days ago
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The Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition mixes pro camera controls with top-tier performance, targeting users who care about how shooting feels.
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Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition introduces manual lens-style zoom on a phone
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition blends pro-level smartphone specs with a manual zoom ring designed to feel closer to using a real camera lens.
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4 days ago
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This $8 pill dispenser is designed for people who hate weekly trays.
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A surprisingly useful $8 pill dispenser for people who hate pill boxes
Priced around $8, this pastel pill dispenser turns the hassle of sorting daily pills into a quick twist-and-pour routine that fits easily into bags or nightstands.
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4 days ago
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A handy MagSafe wallet stand for iPhone is now $10 cheaper.
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MOFT’s iPhone magnetic wallet stand is back on sale for $30
The MOFT Magnetic Wallet Stand is now $10 off on Amazon, bringing the popular MagSafe card holder and phone stand down to $30 across color options.
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4 days ago
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Elon Musk showcases Tesla robotaxi progress with driverless Austin ride.
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Tesla starts unsupervised robotaxi testing on public streets in Austin
Elon Musk and Tesla’s AI chief are personally testing driverless robotaxis in Austin, signaling a major step toward unsupervised autonomy amid growing regulatory and safety scrutiny.
https://gadgetbond.com/tesla-robotaxi-driverless-austin-ride-tests/
5 days ago
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Tim Cook adds 50,000 Nike shares in rare open-market purchase.
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Tim Cook adds 50,000 Nike shares in rare open-market purchase
Apple CEO Tim Cook quietly bought nearly $3 million worth of Nike shares in an open-market move that investors are reading as a strong signal of confidence during the brand’s ongoing turnaround.
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5 days ago
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The web runs on video, but we’re still searching like it’s 2010.
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The internet runs on video, but search still speaks text
The internet is now dominated by video, yet search engines and analytics tools still rely on text, leaving most cultural influence and brand visibility hidden from traditional measurement.
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6 days ago
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Snapchat adds Quick Cut to keep video creation fast, casual, and native to the app rather than relying on external editors.
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Snapchat Quick Cut turns your Memories into ready-to-share short videos
Snapchat’s new Quick Cut automatically stitches photos and videos into beat-synced, vertical reels, making short-form video creation faster and easier inside the app.
https://gadgetbond.com/snapchat-quick-cut-video-editing-feature/
7 days ago
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Alexa Plus is moving closer to a hands-free assistant that handles travel, home projects and wellness appointments from start to finish.
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Amazon brings travel, home services and appointments to Alexa Plus
Amazon is expanding Alexa+ with Expedia, Yelp, Angi and Square integrations that let users plan trips, book home services and schedule appointments through simple voice conversations.
https://gadgetbond.com/amazon-alexa-plus-voice-booking-assistant-integrations/
7 days ago
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Vince Zampella, whose career spanned Medal of Honor, Call of Duty, and Battlefield, has died after a fatal crash in the San Gabriel Mountains.
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Vince Zampella, legendary FPS creator, dies at 55 following car crash
Vince Zampella, the co-creator of Call of Duty and a key force behind Battlefield and Respawn Entertainment, has died in a tragic car crash, leaving the gaming industry in shock.
https://gadgetbond.com/vince-zampella-dies-call-of-duty-battlefield-respawn/
8 days ago
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Google acquires Intersect.
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Google’s $4.75B Intersect deal shows how costly the AI infrastructure race has become
Google’s $4.75 billion acquisition of Intersect shows how controlling data centers and power has become critical to sustaining the fast-growing AI industry.
https://gadgetbond.com/google-intersect-acquisition-data-center-energy-infrastructure/
8 days ago
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The Google Store holiday sale includes Pixel phone markdowns, discounted Nest cameras and Wi-Fi, lower Fitbit pricing, and bundled streaming and fitness services.
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Google holiday deals roundup: Pixel phones lead this year’s sale
Google’s holiday sale brings deep discounts on Pixel phones, Pixel Watch, Nest smart home gear, Fitbit wearables, and Google TV devices, with trade-ins, bundles, and Fi bill credits reshaping the real...
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8 days ago
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ExpressVPN’s year-end sale reduces VPN costs significantly, especially for users choosing extended 2-year subscriptions.
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ExpressVPN’s holiday offer turns 2-year VPN plans into the best bargain
ExpressVPN’s holiday sale cuts prices by up to 78%, making its 2-year plans with bonus months the cheapest way to get long-term VPN protection.
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9 days ago
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Samsung SmartThings now works with Matter 1.5 cameras.
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SmartThings now supports Matter 1.5, including smart home cameras
Samsung SmartThings now supports the Matter 1.5 standard, adding camera compatibility and pushing toward a more unified smart home experience across brands.
https://gadgetbond.com/samsung-smartthings-matter-1-5-smart-home-cameras/
10 days ago
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Samsung plans to turn everyday chores into AI-driven routines with its CES 2026 smart appliances.
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Samsung’s CES 2026 lineup shows AI becoming standard in home appliances
Samsung’s CES 2026 appliance lineup shows how AI is being built into laundry, air conditioning and robot cleaning to reduce manual work and speed up everyday chores.
https://gadgetbond.com/samsung-ai-appliances-ces-2026/
11 days ago
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The Oscars are going fully online and YouTube is the big winner.
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The Oscars will stream free on YouTube worldwide starting in 2029
Starting in 2029, the Oscars will leave ABC and stream free on YouTube worldwide, signaling a major shift in how Hollywood’s biggest night reaches global audiences.
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11 days ago
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OpenAI is building an app ecosystem directly inside ChatGPT.
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The ChatGPT app store is live and developers can now build inside chat
The new ChatGPT App Directory marks OpenAI’s shift from a standalone AI assistant to a platform where third-party apps like Spotify and DoorDash operate directly within conversations.
https://gadgetbond.com/openai-chatgpt-app-store-directory-sdk-launch/
11 days ago
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TikTok’s long fight with Washington ends in a historic sale.
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TikTok’s U.S. sale is official and the app is staying
The TikTok U.S. sale restructures ownership, places the algorithm under American oversight, and ends years of legal and political uncertainty around a potential nationwide ban.
https://gadgetbond.com/tiktok-us-sale-deal/
11 days ago
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That annoying Copilot icon on LG TVs is finally on the way out.
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LG finally lets you delete the Microsoft Copilot icon from your TV
LG has confirmed an upcoming webOS update will finally let TV owners fully delete the Microsoft Copilot icon after widespread user backlash.
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11 days ago
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LG confirms Micro RGB TVs are launching in 2026 with massive 100-inch models.
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LG confirms Micro RGB evo TVs are coming in 2026
LG’s answer to OLED is Micro RGB, and it arrives in 2026.
https://gadgetbond.com/lg-micro-rgb-evo-tvs-ces-2026/
11 days ago
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LG H7 soundbar uses Dolby FlexConnect and AI calibration to deliver real Atmos surround sound without strict speaker placement or complex wiring.
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LG H7 soundbar promises true Atmos without perfect speaker placement
LG’s modular Sound Suite centers on the H7 FlexConnect soundbar, allowing users to build a wireless Dolby Atmos system that adapts to real living room layouts.
https://gadgetbond.com/lg-sound-suite-dolby-atmos-flexconnect-h7-soundbar-ces-2026/
12 days ago
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Sony settles copyright dispute over Tencent’s Horizon-inspired game.
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Sony and Tencent reach settlement over Horizon-style game
A confidential settlement has ended Sony’s legal fight with Tencent over an alleged Horizon clone, with Light of Motiram disappearing from major PC storefronts.
https://gadgetbond.com/sony-tencent-lawsuit-horizon-clone-light-of-motiram-settlement/
12 days ago
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Meta is building Mango, a next-gen AI model for creating images and videos.
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Meta is building Mango, a next-gen AI model for creating images and videos
Meta is developing a new AI model called Mango that can generate and understand images and video, aiming to power future creator tools, ads, and content across Facebook and Instagram.
https://gadgetbond.com/meta-ai-mango-model-2026-launch-rumored/
12 days ago
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Samsung’s next-generation Micro RGB TVs will cover nearly every size in 2026.
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Samsung Micro RGB TVs are finally coming in apartment-friendly sizes
Samsung is preparing to launch Micro RGB TVs in sizes starting at 55 inches in 2026, signaling a shift from ultra-luxury displays to premium models designed for real living rooms.
https://gadgetbond.com/samsung-micro-rgb-tvs-ces-2026/
12 days ago
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Once valued in the billions, Luminar now heads to bankruptcy court.
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Once valued in the billions, Luminar now heads to bankruptcy court
Luminar has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after losing key automaker deals, showing how quickly self-driving lidar hype can collide with slow adoption and heavy debt.
https://gadgetbond.com/luminar-lidar-chapter-11-bankruptcy/
12 days ago
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Apple’s App Store in Japan is no longer the only option.
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Apple brings alternative App Stores and third-party payments to Japan
Japan is forcing Apple to allow alternative app marketplaces, third-party payments, and new browser options on iPhone and iPad under the Mobile Software Competition Act.
https://gadgetbond.com/apple-japan-alternative-app-stores-third-party-payments/
12 days ago
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Instagram Reels are coming to Fire TV in the US.
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You can now watch Instagram Reels on your TV
Instagram is rolling out a new TV app that brings Reels to Amazon Fire TV, turning short vertical videos into a shared living room viewing experience.
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12 days ago
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Amazon’s Alexa+ helps Ring doorbells deal with visitors without you.
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Alexa+ Greetings lets your Ring doorbell handle visitors automatically
Amazon’s Alexa+ now answers Ring doorbells, talks to visitors, manages deliveries, and logs conversations in the Ring app so you don’t have to rush to the door.
https://gadgetbond.com/amazon-alexa-plus-greetings-ring-doorbell-ai-feature/
12 days ago
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Amazon unifies AI, chips, and cloud under Peter DeSantis.
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Peter DeSantis takes the helm of Amazon’s full-stack AI push
Amazon has named AWS veteran Peter DeSantis to run a new AI organization that brings together its Nova models, custom chips, and quantum computing strategy.
https://gadgetbond.com/peter-desantis-amazon-ai-agi-chip-cloud/
12 days ago
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