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The author humorously argues for the value of simple, non-smart home devices, critiquing the trend toward AI-powered automation and voice assistants while acknowledging the potential drawbacks of smart home technology.
The article recounts the one-year anniversary of the Trump T1 Phone announcement, highlighting its failure to ship and the ongoing confusion about its specifications, manufacturing, and delivery.
The Verge's podcast 'Version History' explores the history of the Harmony universal remote, its rise under Logitech, and eventual decline, featuring insights from former Nest co-founder Matt Rogers.
Nothing CEO Carl Pei warns that phone prices will continue to rise due to escalating RAM costs, which now account for over 50% of hardware costs, and notes that typical sale discounts may be diminished.
The article discusses the evolution and benefits of USB Power Delivery (PD) and USB Extended Power Range (EPR), which are set to enable faster, higher-power charging for a wide range of devices across automotive, consumer electronics, and aerospace markets.
A veteran audio reviewer shares their three go-to earbuds, with the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro praised for excellent call quality and noise cancellation, despite a default sound profile needing adjustment.
Marshall announces the Stockwell III Bluetooth speaker with a replaceable battery that doubles battery life to over 40 hours, improved repairability, and an IP55 rating, available August 4th for $249.99.
The Verge's Father's Day 2026 gift guide features a curated selection of gadgets and lifestyle products, including flashlights, jump starters, and other tech gear, tailored to various budgets.
The Sonos Era 100 smart speaker is on sale for $189 ($30 off) at various retailers, with refurbished units available for $134.
The Camp Snap 2 is a slimmer screenless digital point-and-shoot camera with built-in filters and kid-friendly features, available now for $69.95.
GoPro issued a going-concern warning after memory prices rose 80-115% due to AI data center demand for DRAM, leading to a 26% revenue decline and plans for a potential sale, defense pivot, and 23% staff cuts.
Oura Ring 5 is the latest iteration of the world's smallest smart ring, featuring improvements over its predecessor.
A roundup of the best wireless chargers tested and reviewed in 2026, covering various options with pros and cons.
Sony announces its new Bravia 9 II and Bravia 7 II LCD TVs with 'True RGB' backlight technology for purer colors, available in sizes up to 115 inches.
The AI data center boom has caused memory and GPU prices to skyrocket and component shortages, while consumer PC industry sales have plummeted over 70%. Industry experts believe PC ownership is being replaced by a cloud rental model.
Huawei's MateBook Fold is a foldable device that combines tablet, screen, and laptop features, featuring an 18.3-inch OLED that folds to 13 inches, but is not sold in the U.S. due to sanctions.
Apple's latest MacBook Air with M5 chip is discounted by $200 in both 13-inch and 15-inch sizes for Memorial Day, available at Amazon and Best Buy.
A comprehensive guide to the best portable power banks in 2026, featuring top picks across various sizes and use cases.
AI-driven demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) is constraining consumer RAM production, causing price increases for devices like cheap smartphones, especially in emerging markets.
WIRED's guide to the best fans of 2026, highlighting new smart features like radar tracking, mood lighting, and bladeless designs.