AI companionship is one of the top 5 trends of CES 2024: Are we that lonely?
As it turns out, a different type of AI made a big splash at CES 2024: AI companionship. We were expecting generative and predictive AI, but this one threw us for a loop. Are we really that lonely? How bad has it gotten that vendors are seeking to give us non-human companionship in a world […]
MSI Claw could fix the biggest problem with Steam Deck
The portable gaming PC marketplace exploded in 2023, and 2024 looks to be no different. After a year that brought us the ASUS ROG Ally, Lenovo Legion Go, and Steam Deck OLED, MSI is ready to enter the fray with the Claw. On paper and in practice, it’s very similar to its competitors. It’s got […]
The Nimble robot does at-home manicures so you don't have to lift a finger
Previously, your manicure options were going to the salon and spending at least $20 (way more if you live in NYC), or trying to do it yourself at home. Now there’s a third option that gets you the professional salon look, in the comfort of your home, without lifting a finger. At CES 2024, Nimble […]
Apple says its new Vision Pro isn't VR or AR, it's 'spatial computing'
According to Tim Cook, the era of spatial computing has arrived. The Apple Vision Pro, Apple’s newest tech offering, will be available in the U.S. on Feb. 2. To prepare for its launch, Apple has released guidelines for developing apps for the device’s App Store. Hidden within are delicious insights about what we can expect […]
CES 2024: Actors' union agrees to AI voiceovers for video games
The actors’ union SAG-AFTRA announced a new deal at CES 2024 — one that shows the union isn’t as against AI technology as you might have expected after its epic 2023 strike. The union’s agreement is with Replica Studios, a generative AI voice company. And it provides a new set of standards to protect voiceover […]
Sony just drove its concept car Afeela with a DualSense controller at CES 2024
At CES 2024, Sony just drove the latest version of its concept car, Afeela, with its flagship video game controller. This was, theoretically, a fairly benign display of brand synergy, but you be the judge of whether it was a good idea. Izumi Kawanishi, president of the joint venture Sony Honda Mobility introduced the […]
KIA's concept EV fleet revealed at CES 2024 is wildly modular
Kia on Monday unveiled plans at CES 2024 to create a line of modular electric vehicles (EVs) designed for adaptability and versatility in the hopes of changing the way we buy and use vehicles in the future. The Korean car manufacturer outlined three phases as part of its Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) strategy. Central to […]
CES 2024: Asus Zenbook Duo is a gnarly dual-display monstrosity with a jaw-dropping price
The Asus Zenbook Duo took everyone’s breath away when it got unveiled at CES 2024. How could it not? It looks like two gigantic tablets welded together. But what really shocked me is its price. You see, the Zenbook Duo’s dual-display design isn’t new. Lenovo did something similar with the Yoga Book 9i, which is […]
Switch out your smartphone with $100 off the Samsung Galaxy S23
SAVE $100: As of Jan. 9, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is on sale at Amazon for $699.99, down from its original price of $799.99. That’s a discount of 13%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Samsung Galaxy S23 $699.99 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal Samsung is about to introduce its newest tech lineup, […]
Jam out with 4 months of free Amazon Music Unlimited when you buy select Echo devices
Looking for new tunes in 2024 plus a new mode of listening? As of Jan. 9, Amazon Prime members can get a free four-month subscription to Amazon Music Unlimited with a purchase of select Echo devices. Amazon Music Unlimited typically costs $9.99 per month, for a total savings of $39.96 over the four-month period. The […]