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FBI Warns: Foreign Apps Are a Bigger Risk Than You Think
Chinese-developed apps can collect your data even when you're not using them. The FBI says it's time to take app permissions seriously.
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ExpressVPN launches private AI that won’t train on your chats
ExpressVPN's new ExpressAI platform gives you access to multiple AI models with the promise that your data stays private and off-limits for training.
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You Can Now Change Your Gmail Address Without a New Account
Google now lets U.S. users change their Gmail address without starting over. Your old address stays active, and your data stays put.
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MOVA’s AtomForm Palette 300 rethinks multi-color 3D printing
The MOVA AtomForm Palette 300 aims to reduce filament waste and boost speed with automatic 12-nozzle swapping and support for 36 colors.
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Newsom Takes on Trump Over Who Sets the Rules for AI
California's new AI procurement order puts it on a collision course with the Trump administration's hands-off approach to regulating the technology.
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Google Translate Just Got a Major Upgrade for Travelers
Google rolls out Live Translate with real-time voice and tone detection, plus improved translations for slang and local expressions.
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KitchenAid Upgrades Its Iconic Stand Mixer After 70 Years
KitchenAid just upgraded its iconic stand mixer with fold speed, soft start, and a silicone edge beater. Here's what $599.99 gets you.
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If your monitor feels cramped, this 32-inch 4K upgrade is under $153
Tired of juggling windows on a small screen? This 32-inch 4K Acer monitor delivers more space and sharper text at a 45% discount.
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Kash Patel's Gmail got hacked. We read the files so you don't have to
Iranian hackers breached FBI Director Kash Patel's personal Gmail and dumped 300+ emails online. We reviewed the files. There's almost nothing there.
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These $80 open-ear buds keep you safe during outdoor exercise
Stay aware while you listen. Soundcore’s AeroFit 2 open-ear earbuds are down to $79.98 with all-day battery life and rich sound with impressive bass.
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If your room needs some pop, this lighting fix brings it home
Skip basic floor lamps. This smart floor lamp adds depth, color, and usable light without cluttering your space.
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Long TSA Lines, Glitchy Apps – How to Avoid Travel Disasters
Airline apps can fail when you need them most. Here’s how to avoid delays, access your boarding pass, and keep your trip on track.
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This $32.99 Power Bank Outperforms Chargers Twice Its Size
This $32.99 power bank packs 10,000mAh and 45W fast charging into a pocket-sized package. It's on sale now for up to 30% off.
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Big discounts on Jackery power stations make home backup affordable
From compact battery packs to whole-home backup, Jackery power stations are discounted by up to 50%. See which models deliver the most value for you.
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FBI warns Russian spies targeted Signal app used by Hegseth and DOGE
FBI and CISA warn Russian spies targeted Signal users in a phishing campaign that compromised thousands of messaging app accounts.
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Why fake customer support chats are scamming so many people
Scammers are using live chat tools to impersonate brands like PayPal and Amazon. Here’s how the scam works and how to avoid it.
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United Airlines targets loud passengers with new in-flight ban
Tired of hearing other people’s music and videos? United now requires headphones on flights and could penalize passengers who refuse.
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Snail Games Reveals Big ARK Content News and Update on For The Stars
Snail Games revealed new ARK expansions, the space survival RPG For The Stars, and several upcoming titles during GDC week.
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The US Government just registered aliens.gov. Yes, really.
Whois records confirm that the US Government just registered the domain Aliens.gov – are we finally going to get the big reveal?
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The New TSA Shortcut That Gets You Through Security Faster
TSA’s new Touchless ID lane uses facial recognition to speed you through security. Here’s how it works, where it’s available, and what to know before you fly.
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The IRS just flagged 12 scams that could hit your refund
Scammers are using AI, social media, and fake tax advice to steal refunds and personal data. The IRS Dirty Dozen breaks down what to watch for.
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OPPO Find N6 Fixes Foldable Phones' Biggest Flaw
The crease has always been the weak spot in foldables. After testing the OPPO Find N6, I’m convinced it’s closer than ever to solving it.
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FBI warns hackers may be using your home internet without you knowing
Criminals are routing cyberattacks through ordinary households using residential proxy networks. Learn how devices get hijacked and how to stop it.
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Scammers Are Now Sending Fake 'Your Data Was Breached' Emails
With real breaches constantly in the news, scammers are sending realistic warning emails to steal login credentials. Here’s how to avoid the trap.
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Google Maps just got two huge upgrades – here’s what it can do
Google Maps’ new Gemini-powered Ask Maps assistant can plan outings, recommend stops, and guide you with immersive 3D navigation.
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Trump Moves to Shut Down State AI Laws Across the U.S.
California and New York have passed major AI safety laws. Now the White House is trying to kill them and prevent other states from passing new ones.
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Most phones are impossible to read in sunlight – this one fixes that
Glossy phone screens are nearly impossible to read in bright sunlight. TCL’s new phone has a matte, paper-like display that dramatically cuts glare.
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YouTube unleashes new tool to hunt down political deepfakes
YouTube’s new likeness detection tool scans videos for AI-generated impersonations, giving politicians a faster way to review and report harmful deepfakes.
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The Cruel New Scam Targeting People Searching for Lost Pets
Fraudsters are using AI-generated photos and emotional pressure to trick people searching for missing pets. We explain how the scam works.
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AGIBOT X2 Offers a Glimpse at the Future of Humanoid Robotics
AGIBOT’s X2 humanoid robot shows how quickly robotics is evolving, with advanced mobility, expressive interaction, and growing real-world uses.
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I Tested This Tiny Cooling Gadget – My Skin Temperature Dropped 14°
The ChillPill packs three cooling methods in a gadget small enough to carry anywhere. I tested whether it actually works as promised.
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Porn addiction app reportedly leaked what users say they watch
An app designed to help people quit porn reportedly exposed personal details and porn-watching activity from hundreds of thousands of users.
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If You’re Going to Wear AR Glasses, Pick the Batman Version
RayNeo’s Air 4 Pro AR glasses come in Batman and Joker editions and project a massive personal movie screen you can take on flights, commutes, or anywhere.
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Is AI Charging You More for the Same Flight? Lawmakers Want Answers
Congress is probing whether companies use AI and personal data to influence pricing. Here’s what travelers should know about the growing debate.
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Smartwatches Are About to Get a Lot Smarter – Thanks to This New Chip
A new Qualcomm chip could change how smartwatches work, bringing AI processing, satellite connectivity, and longer battery life to upcoming devices.
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The World’s Thinnest Magnetic Power Bank Is Just 6mm Thick
Xiaomi’s UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank packs 5,000mAh and MagSafe compatibility into a body thinner than many smartphones.
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RedMagic 11 Pro Brings AI Coaching and Liquid Cooling to Mobile Gaming
The RedMagic 11 Pro introduces flowing liquid cooling, AI coaching, and high-end gaming specs at a mid-range price.
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These $130 Noise-Canceling Headphones Take on Sony and Bose
Soundcore’s Space 2 headphones have adaptive noise canceling, 50-hour battery life, and travel-ready comfort for $130 – far less than Sony or Bose alternatives.
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Techlicious Editor’s Choice Awards – Best of MWC 2026
From AI-powered phones to foldable gaming PCs, these are the most innovative products we saw at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona.
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Meet the Phone With a Camera That Moves by Itself
Honor’s concept Robot Phone uses a tiny motorized gimbal camera that tilts and rotates to follow you during video calls and filming.
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Apple Just Released a $599 MacBook – Here’s the Catch
Apple’s new MacBook Neo starts at $599 with a Liquid Retina display, A18 Pro chip, and 16-hour battery life. But the 8GB RAM limit raises questions.
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Lenovo’s Foldable Gaming Handheld Doubles as a Laptop
Lenovo’s Legion Go Fold concept unfolds from a 7.7-inch handheld to an 11.6-inch laptop with detachable controllers and full PC hardware.
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The iPhone 17e Finally Gets MagSafe – But It’s Missing Key Features
The $599 iPhone 17e adds MagSafe, a faster A19 chip, and double the storage. But it still lacks key features we were expecting on this next-gen budget iPhone
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TECNO Revives Modular Phones With Magnetic Snap-On Modules
Is it time for modular phones again? TECNO thinks its magnetic snap-on hardware concept could finally make it work.
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Lenovo’s Modular Laptop Concept Lets You Swap Screens and Keyboards
Lenovo’s ThinkBook modular PC concept lets you swap displays, keyboards, and ports – turning a 14-inch laptop into a 19-inch dual-screen setup.
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This Ultra-Thin Charger Won’t Set Your Pants on Fire
BMX's SolidSafe Air ultra-thin magnetic power bank uses semi-solid-state batteries with longer lifespans and greater durability than lithium-ion portables.
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Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra Stops Strangers from Reading Your Screen
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra gets a cool built-in Privacy Display feature, but the rest of the upgrades for the S26 series are incremental once again.
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How to Add Android Apps to Your Car’s Factory Screen
Frustrated by CarPlay limits? See how the Ottocast P3 Pro runs Android apps directly on your factory display, instead of just mirroring your phone.
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Dyson PencilWash is a Better Stick Mopvac for Small Spaces
Dyson lightweight stick mopvac is built for quick jobs and hard-to-reach areas. We tested its design, maneuverability, and real-world performance.
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Hackers Are Using Fake Invitations to Take Over Your PC
Hackers are hijacking email accounts and sending fake invites that install remote access tools. Even your antivirus may not catch it.
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Pixel 10a vs 9a: A Small Upgrade, Still a Smart Buy
Google’s Pixel 10a adds Satellite SOS, a brighter display, and small refinements – but if you have the 9a, the upgrade case is thin.
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SwitchBot AI Art Frame Hands-on – No Cord, No Glow, Just Art
With a matte E Ink display and up to two-year battery life, the SwitchBot AI Art Frame finally makes digital wall art look like real artwork.
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Sony XM6 vs XM5 Buds – What’s Better, What’s Not
Sony’s XM6 adds clearer sound and better calls – but is it enough to upgrade from the XM5? Here are my hands-on impressions.
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WhatsApp Web Can Finally Make Voice and Video Calls
WhatsApp Web calling lets you use any laptop for video chats without installing software.
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Deepfake Scams Are Flooding Social Media. This Tool Catches Them
Deepfake videos now look real enough to fool almost anyone. A new tool listens for AI-generated voices and warns you while you watch.
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The Google Calendar Setting That Could Put You at Risk
Calendar invites aren’t just reminders anymore. They can become input for AI – and that changes the security stakes. Here's how to protect yourself.
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Waze Is About to Get Better at Warning You What’s Ahead
Waze will be adding earlier warnings for road hazards, speed limit drops, and improved roundabout directions. Here’s how these new features make everyday driving safer.
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Chrome’s New AI Can Shop and Log In for You – Should You Let It?
Google’s agentic AI can browse, log in, and shop on your behalf. Here’s why I’m curious – and cautious – about turning it on.
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Samsung’s $2,899 TriFold Is a Phone That Tries to Replace Your Laptop
Samsung’s TriFold unfolds into a 10-inch screen and uses DeX to run like a laptop. Can it really replace your laptop, and is it worth $900 more than the Fold?
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WhatsApp Embroiled in Privacy Controversy - What to Use Instead
A lawsuit alleges WhatsApp may expose more data than people realize. We compare Signal, iMessage, Google Messages, and RCS as safer alternatives.
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Apple’s New AirTag Fixes the One Thing That Drove Me Crazy
The new AirTag is 50% louder, and that simple change makes finding keys, bags, and wallets far easier in real life.
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Spotify's Prompted Playlist Puts You in Charge of the Algorithm
The new AI feature lets Premium subscribers describe the kind of music they want to hear for a custom playlist that auto-refreshes daily or weekly.
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Adobe Acrobat Can Now Turn Your PDFs Into Podcasts and Presentations
Acrobat can now create podcast-style summaries and presentations from your documents. The features are clever, but not unique – and not cheap.
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Pinwheel Home Brings Back the Landline Phone – for Kids
This screen-free home phone runs over Wi-Fi and gives kids a way to call family and friends without a smartphone.
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iOS Apps Have Been Leaking Users' Information. Here’s How to Stop It
Security researchers found nearly 200 apps in the App Store exposing user data through sloppy coding, not malicious intent. And AI apps are the worst offenders.
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Think Twice Before Clicking Links That Open AI Chats
Researchers found a Microsoft Copilot bug that lets hackers steal personal info via a shared chat link. Here’s how it works and why all AI links deserve caution.
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A Faster, Cooler Wireless Charger: The EcoFlow Rapid Mag Qi2.2 Deal
Fast Qi2.2 charging, strong magnets, built-in cable, and real heat protection make EcoFlow’s Rapid Mag Qi2.2 easy to recommend. Now 25% off.
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Anker's Clamp-On Power Strip Hides Clutter Under Your Desk
Anker’s 70W Nano Power Strip clamps on the edge of your desk, keeping USB ports within reach and bulky AC outlets out of sight for smart cable management.
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This Lenovo Laptop Rotates to Keep Its Screen Facing You
Lenovo’s ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist uses AI face tracking and a motorized display to follow you during calls, demos, and presentations.
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How to Download YouTube Videos for Offline Viewing
Learn how to download YouTube videos for offline viewing, save playlists, and keep files you can watch anywhere using 4K Video Downloader Plus.
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Pool Cleaning Robots Are Finally Learning to Clean Themselves
Two new robotic pool cleaners are handling the one chore you would have left – maintaining the robot itself.
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What Ads in ChatGPT Free and Budget Plans Mean for Privacy and Safety
The new ChatGPT Go tier costs $8 monthly. But – like the free plan – will include ads. What does it mean when your chatbot becomes a marketing platform?
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U.S. Government Bans GM from Sharing User Driving Data With Insurers
The FTC finalized a 20-year order against GM and OnStar for selling driving information that wound up in the hands of insurance companies without consent.
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If You’re Buying a Gaming Monitor, LG’s AI Upscaling Matters
LG’s new 5K monitors use on-device AI upscaling to sharpen lower-resolution content, improve gaming performance, and make high-res displays more practical.
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New LinkedIn Phishing Scam Uses Comment Replies to Harvest Log-ins
Scammers are hijacking comment threads with believable fake alerts that direct you to credential-stealing sites. Get our practical tips to protect your profile.
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MOVA’s U.S. Launch Puts Its Cleaning Tech on a Bigger Stage
MOVA’s U.S. launch uses Silicon Valley as a strategic stage to highlight its AI mapping, high-pressure mopping, and automated maintenance technologies.
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I Almost Fell for This DocuSign Phishing Scam
A personalized DocuSign phishing scam nearly worked on me. Here’s how it fooled me, what stopped it, and what you can do to protect your accounts.
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Got That Scary Instagram Password Reset Email? Here's What to Do
Meta fixed a flaw that let hackers send password reset emails to users, but it says no accounts were compromised. Here's what you need to know.
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Gemini Wants to Use Your Data to Help You. Should You Let It?
Gemini can personalize answers by pulling information from your Gmail, Photos, and search history. I see the appeal – and plenty of reasons to be cautious.
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Why Apple’s Gemini-Powered Siri Could Finally Be Useful
Apple is rebuilding Siri on Gemini AI. The move could finally make Siri conversational, helpful, and smarter – without giving up Apple’s privacy stance.
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Worried Your Baby Isn’t Getting Enough Milk? This Device Tracks It
Coroflo’s Coro tracks breast milk intake in real time. We explain what problem it solves and who benefits most.
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ChatGPT Health Wants Your Medical Data – Should You Trust It?
ChatGPT Health links to your medical records and wellness apps. Here’s what it does, what OpenAI promises, and why there are privacy and safety risks.
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Govee's New Ceiling Light Doubles as an Animated Display
Govee’s Ceiling Light Ultra blends bright everyday lighting with animated, pixel-style scenes that turn your ceiling into part of your home’s décor.
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Google’s Dark Web Monitoring Is Ending. Here’s What to Do Now
Google is shutting down its dark web monitoring this week. Here’s why it never helped much – and what actually protects your accounts and identity instead.
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This Smart Lock Keeps Charged With Infrared Light
The Lockin V7 Max receives power wirelessly from an infrared transmitter to keep its battery fully charged all the time.
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The Flat Iron Hair Styler That Replaces Extreme Heat with Light
L'Orèal's Light Straight + Multi-styler uses near-infrared light and lower temperatures, promising to let you style your hair without frying it
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Reolink’s Local AI Hub Makes Security Smarter Without Subscriptions
Reolink’s AI Box processes security footage locally, enabling smarter alerts and natural language video search with no subscription required.
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Techlicious CES 2026 Spotlight Award Winners
The Techlicious Spotlight Awards showcase CES products that impressed us with smart design, real-world usefulness, and fresh ideas worth your attention.
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UGREEN Brings Local AI to Storage, Security, and Power at CES 2026
UGREEN unveiled AI-powered NAS storage, its first smart security system, and a 300W charger at CES 2026 – all designed to run locally without cloud dependence.
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Reolink’s New Cameras Focus on Privacy and Battery Life
Reolink’s new security cameras focus on local storage, long battery life, and full coverage – without subscriptions or constant charging.
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LePro Ami Is an AI Companion That Lives on Your Desk
Instead of hiding inside a phone or speaker, LePro’s Ami puts an emotionally aware 3D AI presence directly on your desk.
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Litheli Skope 800 is a Smarter Take on Robotic Lawn Care
The Skope 800 offers dependable navigation and mowing, but its shared battery system is what sets it apart from typical single-purpose robot mowers.
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AGI Is Showing What Hands-Free AI Can Actually Do on a Phone
AGI’s new voice assistant goes beyond simple commands, controlling apps and system settings directly for faster, hands-free phone use.
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LIVALL's PikaBoost 2 Lite is Making E-Biking Easier Than Ever
Transform any bike into an easy-riding e-bike with the PikaBoost 2 Lite, a lightweight pedal-assist kit designed for simplicity and daily commuting.
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FoloToy's Screen-Free AI Toy Talks, Listens, and Dances With Your Kids
FoloToy’s AI Sunflower Plush is a $79 screen-free toy that talks, listens, and moves to music, offering kids playful AI without another screen in the house.
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These Smart Binoculars Take the Guesswork Out of Birdwatching
MatataXplore's Solvia blends binoculars, a camera, and AI so you can observe, capture, and identify without juggling devices or needing an internet connection.
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Prime’s T1 Robot Adapts to You With Dual-Form Mobility
The Prime T1 transforms between humanoid and quadruped forms, offering adaptive movement, creative camera work, and smart home companionship.
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iFLYTEK’s New Translation Earbuds Handle Noise and Long-Range Use
iFLYTEK’s translation earbuds delivered clear, fast translations even on the noisy CES floor, with long-range support through the AI Recorder S6.
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Xtand’s Smart Patella Strap Targets Real Knee Pain Relief
If you’ve tried traditional patella straps and found them only marginally helpful, this is the first product I’ve seen that meaningfully upgrades the concept.
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Olight Combines Multiple Lighting Tools Into a Single EDC Flashlight
The ArkPro Series stands out is in how many options it packs into a single device, with a mix of floodlight, spotlight, UV light, and a green laser pointer.