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Discover the latest SmartTag 2 features and a bundle deal that could simplify your life. Dive into the quirkiest gadgets from CES that will leave you amazed. Hear about the Pixel Buds Pro 2 and their comfort, plus a few touch-control quirks. Explore Microsoft's new Copilot checkout integration allowing you to shop seamlessly within the platform. However, concerns arise about the accuracy of AI shopping, with a look back at past innovations in the field.

-YouTube introduced some new filters to its advanced search tools today. Possibly the most exciting change is that Shorts are now listed as a content type, so the three-minute-or-less videos can be excluded as results in your searches. -After years of testing its humanoid robot, Boston Dynamics' Atlas is entering production. The first companies that will receive deployments are Hyundai and Google DeepMind, the firm's newly minted AI partner. -UK-based EV startup Longbow Motors showed off one of its high-performance electric machines with advanced in-wheel motors from Donut Labs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LG's latest robot, Cloyd, showcases impressive features like folding laundry and fetching items, albeit at a painfully slow pace. The integration of various appliances during demos hints at a future where robots do the chores. However, the ambitious concept of a zero labor home raises questions about practicality. Additionally, the new Mayon e-bike impresses with its intelligent ride system and cargo capabilities. Will these innovations truly revolutionize our daily lives, or remain just tantalizing visions?

OpenAI unveils a new health feature for ChatGPT, allowing users to connect their medical records and wellness apps for personalized responses. JPMorgan Chase is set to take over the Apple Card, with the transition to be completed over two years. In a surprising move, Ubisoft shuts down its Halifax studio merely 16 days after it unionized, as part of a broader cost-cutting strategy. The podcast dives into the implications of these developments in tech and gaming.

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-The appropriately-named Lenovo AI Glasses Concept promises to transform "how users interact with their surroundings and unifies their workflow." -Meta has teamed up with Garmin, as well as a handful of research partners, to explore some intriguing use cases for its wrist-based controller. The social media company has previously worked with Garmin on fitness integrations for its glasses. -The Chinese micromobility company Navee introduced the UT5 Ultra X, a dual-motor e-scooter with an advertised top speed of 43 mph along with an auto-following golf cart and a seaplane? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive into the exciting world of micro RGB TVs, the latest sensation showcased at CES 2026. Discover how this tech differs from Micro LED, Mini LED, and OLED. Explore the evolution of display technology from LCD to quantum dots, and understand the significance of brightness and color accuracy. Learn how Samsung's MR95F stands out with its vivid colors and full BT.2020 coverage, while other manufacturers gear up to enter the RGB market. Get ready to see why these displays are dominating the conversation!

Get ready for a tech makeover with earbuds that not only play music but also monitor your brain health using in-ear EEG technology. Bird enthusiasts will love the latest from Birdbuddy, which now identifies birds by their songs! And don't miss Agibot's humanoid robots, A2 and X2, who are stealing the spotlight with their impressive dance moves. CES 2026 is packed with mind-blowing innovations that blend the digital and natural worlds.

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-SwitchBot turned up to CES with a wearable microphone which records and transcribes every noise to come from your mouth. -Samsung had a big surprise for folks last night at CES 2026: A massive 130-inch Micro RGB TV. -Lockin debuted its newest smart lock model. It charges wirelessly via an optical infrared beam with a four-meter range. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices