Temi is your personal robot butler, like an Amazon Echo Show on wheels
If you’ve been dreaming of a domestic robot or a smart speaker that can follow you around the house, then Temi could be just what you’re looking for. We went hands-on with the personal robot at IFA 2018 in Berlin to find out exactly what it’s capable of doing and how well it can get it done.
Bored with Netflix? As it goes global, the selection is about to explode
Netflix is going global. And even if you never leave step foot outside America, you should be excited. The numbers show that as Netflix growth is slowing in the U.S., it’s on fire in other countries like Japan, with hiring to match. More subscribers abroad means more original, diverse content, and plenty to watch when House of Cards gets stale.
8K is the next big thing in TVs. Get over it
The arrival of 8K TVs is being met with frustration, disbelief, and even anger. Why? We explore the complaints expressed by media and consumers alike and discuss why our 8K future is not only inevitable, but an evolution we should be excited about.
Garbage to gold: How Yahoo unethically sells your spam email
Think you’re safe from Yahoo’s unethical data mining practices because it’s not your primary email account? As it turns out, Yahoo knows you use it for spam -- and it's turning a quick buck on your junk mail anyways. Here’s how Yahoo is staying alive even as its unpopular online services dwindle.
We drove the Volkswagen concept pickup that truck fans will drool over
We get a unique opportunity to briefly drive Volkswagen’s Atlas Cross Sport and Tanoak Concepts during the annual Monterey Car Week. The Cross Sport will arrive in 2020 as a smaller version of the full-size Atlas crossover SUV while the Tanoak tests the waters for a potential midsize pickup truck.
The best laptops of IFA 2018
We saw a lot of impressive, cutting-edge laptop at IFA 2018. Manufacturers like Dell, Asus, and Lenovo were all present, showing off the latest and greatest. They range from high-end ultrabooks to budget-level value machines, but all bring some new or special to the game. Here are the five best laptops from IFA 2018.
‘The Big Bang Theory’ is ending, but we’ll never forget these 15 guest appearances
The Big Bang Theory will be ending after its upcoming 12th season, and from Adam West to Mark Hamill, we look back at some of the most memorable, geekiest, and funniest guest stars who have appeared in episodes throughout the last 11 seasons.
Tempow’s new Bluetooth software ties your smart home together
The latest Bluetooth protocol from French startup, Tempow, allows you to sync your smart TV, smart speakers, and Bluetooth speakers. TAP Smart is a clever piece of software with countless applications and we checked it out at IFA in Berlin.
New Wear OS smartwatches have arrived! Here’s why you shouldn’t buy them
The likes of Skagen and Diesel have unveiled new Wear OS smartwatches at IFA 2018. You shouldn't buy them, because they're utilizing a two-year-old Qualcomm processor. Google may have just introduced a new way to interact with Wear OS, but a fresh processor is more important -- and on the way.
Just add speakers: The Sonos Amp puts music muscle in smart homes
Sonos makes it easy for anyone to create a whole-home audio solution, without the need for wires or amplifiers. With the new Amp, the company has flipped the switch, going back to its roots to create a customizable, rack-mountable device for smart home installations, and much more.
As Christie’s auctions its first A.I. painting, the meaning of ‘art’ gets blurrier
In October this year, a painting generated by artificial intelligence will be put up for auction by renowned auction house Christie's. Here's why that's actually a major milestone for A.I. -- and its ability to be creative. Get ready to welcome our new robot painter overlords.
The MacBook’s keyboard sucks, so use this mechanical keyboard instead
Not all Mac fans appreciate the low-travel keyboards on their devices. The Taptek keyboard offers an alternative with mechanical switches, fancy lighting, and compact design that looks great sitting next to a MacBook. Is this the ultimate MacBook typing experience?
‘Waterworld’ no longer seems sci-fi, so an artist designed your future gills
Meet Amphibio: A 3D-printed garment designed to work like a set of gills. Why? Because if sea levels keep on rising, many of the land currently inhabited by humans will be underwater -- so artist Jun Kamei started building a potential solution. Could it really work though?
Can the OnePlus 6’s camera hold up against the top flagship cameras?
The OnePlus 6 is the affordable choice for a phone, but can its camera compete with the cameras of the top flagship phones? We put it to the test by comparing the cameras of the OnePlus 6, Galaxy S9+, iPhone X, and Pixel 2 XL. The results may be surprising.
You won’t feel like a tool hanging out in these over-the-top sheds
Voting is open in the U.K.'s latest Shed of the Year contest, with this year's entries featuring some of the wackiest and most wonderful creations to date. Check out what must be one of the smallest pubs in the world, the circus-inspired "Big Top Den," and an extraordinary “floating shed.”
What the Heacket? This heated jacket is the latest crowdfunding cautionary tale
The “Heacket” heated jacket was once a promising new outdoor product, but poor protect management turned it into a crowdfunding cautionary tale.
Class is in session! Here are the best TV series about school life
Television has a long history of shows that explore the school experience through various generations and settings. Here are some of the best series from the last four decades of TV to tackle the trials and tribulations of student life, from elementary school all the way to college.
Google Fit hands-on: Bare-bones, but effective
You could have earned a Bachelor's degree in the time it took Google to deliver a significant update to its Fit app. It's finally here, and the update doesn't just bring a slick redesign, but it makes fitness tracking far less overwhelming. We've been testing the new Google Fit, here's what it's like.
How LG built its Signature appliances to solve problems you didn’t know you had
Ever look at your appliance and marvel over how manufacturers thought of including a certain feature or look? We got a behind-the-scenes look at LG Appliances in South Korea, where we learned about how LG’s Signature line was created. The ideas didn’t come from engineers, but from people like you.
What does that high score cost you? Why one in five gamers falls victim to fraud
Hackers and cheaters might prove problematic for developers and gamers, but financial fraudsters are also giving everyone trouble. A new study suggests that many gamers forgo spending money on their favorite games because of the risk of fraud, and many others still are caught out by the scammers.
Baywatch’s Alexandra Daddario helps Autotrader search pups like pickups
Popular online car shopping service Autotrader has partnered with Adopt-a-Pet.com this National Dog Day, aiming to connect dog lovers with the shelter dog of their dreams. We spoke to celebrity spokesperson Alexandra Daddario about her own rescue dog, and the clever new site.
No bigger than bullets, these true wireless earbuds redefine ‘tiny’
Rowkin’s Bit Charge Touch offer the kind of compact fully wireless in-ear design many consumers want -- and have a very palatable price -- but that comes at the cost of battery life, easy-to-use buttons, and overall sound quality. Here's what you'll get (and what you won't) from Rowkin's latest.
The hottest phones of 2018 are still to come. Here’s what’s around the corner
There have been some fantastic smartphones already release in 2018, but there are plenty more to come. Apple, Google, and a few other manufacturers are still set to make a play for your upgrade fund, so let’s look at the most hotly-anticipated phones still on the horizon before the end of the year.
The top 10 most-Instagrammed locations are bound to give you the travel itch
Looking for inspiration for your next destination? Here are the top 50 destinations in the Americas, according to Instagram hashtags anyways. From Disney to Yosemite, these are some of the most Instagrammed locations to visit (or to avoid for something more original).
How Grammy-winner Elliot Scheiner helps Acura make one of the best in-car sound systems
We sit down with eight-time Grammy-winning recording studio legend, Elliot Scheiner, to learn a how he works with Acura to make one of the best in-car sound systems. He has been working with the brand since 2004. The latest version of the sound system just launched as an option on the all-new 2019 Acura RDX.
Nvidia’s new GPUs look amazing, but that doesn’t mean you should buy one
Nvidia's latest consumer GeForce RTX 2080 represents a powerful graphics upgrade for gamers, but gamers looking to buy the GPU should wait. Even with support for real-time ray tracing for cinematic lighting, shadows, and reflections, only a limited number of games will support this feature initially.
Smart mirrors prove to be more beauty than brains
Smart mirrors all have a variety of features and level of intelligence, whether they are connected via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. We tested out three: out the Viio Vezzo smart mirror, SimpleHuman Sensor Mirror Trio, and the HiMirror Plus+. Some are meant for makeup, while others try to keep you entertained during your morning routine.
From drones to pickup trucks, Workhorse CEO believes the future is electric
Workhorse wants to make sure your next package gets delivered more efficiently. The Ohio-based company builds electric vans, and is branching out into drones, an electrified pickup truck called the W-15, and a small personal helicopter called the SureFly, which is currently undergoing testing.
Nikon’s full-frame mirrorless is coming August 23 — here’s what we know so far
Nikon's upcoming mirrorless camera has a touchscreen. Nikon is keeping a tight lid on details surrounding its upcoming full-frame mirrorless camera, but the latest teaser is the most revealing. Experts in the industry are speculating just what features the camera could have -- and how much it may shake up the industry.
Brewing nightmare fuel with the FX team behind the ‘Stranger Things’ Demogorgon
Spectral Motion is the award-winning studio that brought the terrifying Demogorgon to life in Stranger Things and made Robot from Lost in Space a fully realized character. In this interview, Digital Trends talks creatures, makeup, and movie magic with studio co-founder Mike Elizalde.
How iPhone photographers connect the world using only ‘basic’ gear
Aug. 19 is World Photography Day, marking progress from the daguerreotype to the iPhone. But how do today's photographers create a connection to viewers using basic gear that fits in a pocket? We talked to top iPhone photographers and influencers around the world to find out.
With Q#, Microsoft is throwing programmers the keys to quantum
Quantum computers aren’t yet practical, but Microsoft has already developed a programming language for them. Q# works inside Visual Studio, just like most other languages, and could offer aspiring programmers a chance to learn the basics of quantum physics through trial-and-error.
Crazybaby’s Air 1S true wireless earbuds won’t make you look like a dork
Crazybaby has launched the Air 1S true wireless earbuds, offering considerable connectivity improvements over previous models while retaining the sleek style and supreme comfort. They won't break the bank either. Here's what you need to know about the Crazybaby Air 1S earbuds, and how they sound.