Tech Brew Ride Home CES Day 1
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Jan 5, 2026 Live from CES, the excitement kicks off with Samsung's ambitious plans to double AI mobile devices to 800 million. Voice control features are coming to smart fridges for added convenience. Meanwhile, Reddit has surpassed TikTok in the UK, fueled by new algorithms. Controversy looms around a huge bet on Maduro’s capture, highlighting concerns over insider information. In a surprising twist, Meta's Reels now outshine YouTube with a staggering $50 billion revenue, reshaping the ad landscape. The tech world is buzzing!
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Samsung's Gemini Push At Scale
- Samsung is rapidly embedding Gemini AI across consumer devices to scale AI adoption worldwide.
- Brian McCullough highlights Samsung's push as a strategic move to gain an AI edge over rivals like Apple.
AI Moves From Phone To Home
- CES demos show AI features moving beyond phones into TVs and home appliances.
- Samsung's Family Hub updates illustrate how AI vision and voice control are becoming mainstream device features.
Use Alexa Plus On The Web For Complex Tasks
- Try using Alexa Plus via the web interface when keyboard input or document uploads are easier than voice.
- Brian notes Alexa Plus now accepts documents, emails, and images to extract info and automate tasks.