5G will turn your car into a talking, thinking supercomputer. And it’s coming soon
Consumers understand that 5G can enable a better driving experience by bringing up to 20 Gbps data speeds to your vehicle. What might get lost is that 5G is also going to enable smarter, more connected vehicles on the road through Cellular Vehicle-to-Anything (C-V2X) communications.
Photograph your meal with the Foodvisor app for caloric, nutritional estimates
What if you could photograph your meal or snack and get an accurate calorie count with nutritional data? That's the aim of French app, Foodvisor, which features a clever algorithm that can recognize over 1,000 different food items. It continues to improve as it learns, cutting down the hassle for you.
It took Dell years to fix 1 problem on its best laptop. Here’s how it did it
The new Dell XPS 13 moves the webcam from the below the screen to the top, finally vanquishing the one obstacle facing thin, sleek laptop displays. Why’s that such a big deal? We have the exclusive story on how it was done -- and the alternative methods that never saw the light of day.
The show cost how much?! The priciest original series on Netflix
Netflix has spent big bucks on original series, which might be part of the reason why its subscription pricing is going up. From Orange is the New Black and House of Cards to The Crown and Jessica Jones, here's a look at some of the priciest series from the streaming service.
The Cat S48c is the phone for construction workers, or the clumsy
The Cat S48c is a rugged phone designed for construction workers, people who live or work outdoors, and anyone who feels the need for a tough phone. It's incredibly durable, has long battery life, a midrange price tag and specs, and can be picked up at Sprint or Verizon. We took it for a test spin.
Google’s radar-sensing tech could make any object smart
From counting cards to recognizing Lego models, computer scientists from the University of St Andrews in Scotland recently demonstrated how Google’s Soli sensor can be used to make dumb objects smart. Here's why radar could help finally make the dream of smart homes a reality.
Lack of regulation means wearables aren’t held accountable for health claims
The Apple Watch is credited with saving a few lives already, but now that it’s functioning as a wearable ECG, some physicians are worried it could lead to over-diagnosis in young, healthy people. It’s a phenomenon pediatricians are seeing with wearable baby monitors as well.
The Instant Pot Lux is a gateway drug into the pleasures of pressure cooking
Not all pressure cookers are created equally. The heat up time, consistency, durability, and quality are different across each model. The Instant Pot Lux is a baseline Instant Pot, and it's very affordable. How does the Lux stack up against other Instant Pots on the market? Read on to find out more.
5G phones make a lot of promises. Here’s what to really expect
There has been a lot of marketing copy expounding the potential benefits of 5G networks, but a lot less on the practical implications of 5G smartphones. There's a reason for that. When 5G smartphones start becoming available this year, there's good reason to pause and consider waiting before buying.
From ‘Avengers: Endgame’ to ‘Episode IX’: The most anticipated movies of 2019
This year is shaping up to be a huge one for movies, with some of the biggest sequels, spinoffs, and exciting original features hitting theaters over the next 12 months. From Avengers: Endgame and It: Chapter Two to Star Wars: Episode IX and Us, here are our most-anticipated movies of 2019.
Lyft and Aptiv’s self-driving car program has come a long way (but not far enough)
Many companies talk about self-driving cars, but Lyft and Aptiv are already using a fleet of them to transport paying customers in Las Vegas. The two companies claim to have given about 30,000 rides in modified BMW 540i luxury cars over the past year, with rave reviews from passengers.
Driving Daimler’s 40-ton eCascadia big rig isn’t just fun, it’s electrifying
Daimler Trucks brought its all-electric eCascadia semi-truck to the 2019 CES, and invited us to take the wheel. What does it feel like to drive one? Simply electrifying, of course. Here’s what truckers can look forward to in the future.
Netflix’s latest price increase heralds the end of streaming’s golden age
Netflix’s recent price rise is just the latest in a string of signs that streaming’s golden age is nearly over. As more services emerge, content will be further partitioned, signaling the end of streaming’s good old days. Soon, we’ll all need to make some serious choices about where to spend our streaming dollars.
Want more power, but faster? This new charging tech claims it can deliver
If you’re sick of lugging around a power brick and you want faster charging for your devices, then GaNFast technology from Navitas Semiconductors should be on your radar. You’ll find this efficient new tech in slim chargers from Anker, Aukey, Mu, RavPower, and others.
In search of the fountain of youth, beauty companies turn to tech
Beauty tech finally arrived at CES 2019. Not only were brands such as Olay, L’Oreal, and Neutrogena fully on display, they had interesting and unique gadgets to show off. Many of the brands hoped to deliver a more personalized experience when it comes to skincare.
CES 2019 recap: All the trends, products, and gadgets you missed
CES 2019 didn’t just give us a taste of the future, it offered a five-course meal. From 8K and Micro LED televisions to smart toilets, the show delivered with all the amazing gadgetry you could ask for. Here’s a look at all the big trends, and when expect they’ll arrive.
Leave the charger behind: Wireless headphones will get epic battery life in 2019
From true wireless in-ears to noise-canceling over-ears, virtually every headphone manufacturer has seriously improved its wireless headphone battery capacity, making fears about charging up a thing of the past. The next generation of wireless headphones leaves virtually no reason not to cut the cord.
AT&T jumps the gun with deliberately misleading 5GE launch
With 5G appearing on the horizon, bringing the promise of major speed improvements to our smartphone networks, AT&T has decided to jump the gun and relabel its latest 4G tech as 5G Evolution. It’s a short-sighted move designed to fool people and it will cause confusion.
Yamaha’s new app lets you tune your motorcycle with a smartphone
If you’re interested in tuning your dirt bike’s performance but aren’t interested in buying a bunch of specialized tools to get the job done, then you should definitely check out Yamaha’s new Power Tuner app. It’s a game-changer.
Sony’s 360 Reality Audio is the epic sound revolution you didn’t know you needed
After Sony’s utterly bizarre press conference, I almost missed what was perhaps the most impactful sonic experience at the show. Luckily, I went back to Sony’s booth on the last day of the show, only to have my mind blown. Sony’s new 3D audio system could be a quantum leap forward for stereo headphones.
Authentic, holistic, retro photography is in: Here are 2019’s predicted trends
The imagery we are drawn to and search for can illustrate where we stand as a society, and predicting what will trend is important for creatives to stay ahead of the curve. According to recent stock photography data, authentic and humanitarian images will be in high demand in 2019.
Peloton’s tech lets truckers play follow the leader to boost fuel economy
Peloton Technology offers technology that can help semi trucks save fuel by running close together on the highway through platooning. Using shor- range wireless communications, trucks get a kind of super cruise control. This technology is on the road today, and it works.
The Teslasuit could turn Black Mirror’s terrifying ‘Playtest’ into a reality
We spoke with Teslasuit co-founder Dimitri Mikhalchuk about AR/VR gaming at CES 2019. With haptic feedback, motion capture, climate control, and biometrics, the future of the Teslasuit and virtual/augmented reality looks promising. It also sounds a bit like a Black Mirror episode.
Booth babes, banned sex toys, and other mishaps at CES 2019
From female sex toys bans, to fake Tesla/robot collision stories, there was some weird stuff going on at CES 2019 this year. While nothing can top last year's show floor blackout, here are some of the biggest mishaps and flubs we saw this year at the world's biggest tech show.
The robot invasion arrived at CES 2019 — and it was cuter than we expected
Robots are finally at our doorsteps, but they’re not here to annihilate us (yet). They’re here to listen, they’re here to help, and most importantly, they’re here to be our friends. CES 2019 showed us some of the cutest companion robots we’ve ever seen. Here are some of our favorites.
Say goodbye to the box: The future of home theater has no use for receivers
One of the most intriguing new trends to come out of CES 2019 comes from a technology that has been around for years. WiSA, supported by new LG TVs, PCs, and Xbox consoles, has the potential to cut the wires and change the home theater landscape forever. This could mean the beginning of the end for the A/V receiver.
The Honor 10 Lite is proof a cheap phone isn’t the compromise it once was
The Honor 10 Lite, the sequel to the already great Honor 9 Lite, advances the concept of cheap phones competing with more expensive devices even further. It has a notched screen, small bezels, a capable camera, and plenty more. We've spent some time with the phone to see what it's like.
New Boox Note Pro is all the ebook reading device you’ll ever need
The Boox Note Pro is an impressive ebook reader that combines so many features and services, that you're unlikely to need any other reading or note-taking device. It's all wrapped up in a modern-looking tablet that's easy to hold and carry. We took a closer look at CES 2019.
Sony reshuffles its mobile division, gears up for comeback at MWC
After a tough year, Sony Mobile is looking to change strategy and we'll see a new smartphone from the firm next month at MWC in Barcelona. We sat down with VP or Marketing, Don Mesa, to find out more about what the company is planning in the year ahead and what we can expect.
It took three years, but OLED laptops are having another moment at CES
To our surprise, OLED laptops made a strong showing at CES 2019. With options in the works from most of the major PC manufacturers, it seems that OLED is making its comeback, and it could turn out to be one of the most important laptop trends of 2019.
Nubia’s two-screen wonder is a new solution to our all-screen selfie problems
Notches, holes, and motorized cameras are all solutions to where to put the camera on smartphones with bezel-less screens. Nubia's solution is to ignore those, and add a second screen to the phone. It's on the back, and the selfies are taken with the rear camera. We tried it at CES 2019.
Think this smartwatch doesn’t have a screen? Think again
The Oskron looks like a regular chronograph watch, but it holds a secret: It's really a smartwatch and even has a hidden screen, which is revealed only when you need it. It's a great way of maintaining the look of a traditional watch, while not dismissing helpful smartwatch features.
Treat your furry friend with the best pet tech at CES 2019
There were some intriguing and some slightly mad pet tech gadgets on show at CES 2019. From self-cleaning toilets for cats and dogs to genetic tests, dog flaps, and remote cameras. We've gathered together the cream of the crop right here, so you can see what's coming soon in the world of pet technology.
From Atmos to WiSA: These are the coolest soundbars of CES 2019
While some companies chose not to play this year, CES 2019 still had a ton of impressive soundbars at the show. From Klipsch to Vizio, the soundbars at this year's show brought a ton of new features and plenty of power. We've rounded up the coolest soundbars we saw at the show.