OpenAI is set to introduce its first major consumer hardware, a compact, camera-equipped smart speaker designed with Jony Ive, signalling a disruptive shift beyond software into mainstream connected devices by 2027. OpenAI’s first major consumer device is expected to be…
The latest Home Assistant release aims to reduce onboarding barriers with easier setup, enhanced network recovery prompts, and clearer interface organisation, making smart home management more accessible for new users. Home Assistant’s August 2026 release is aimed less at power…
China’s July export growth slowed slightly but remained resilient, driven by strong demand for high-tech goods and strategic industrial shifts amid rising tariffs and global disruptions. China’s export engine lost a little momentum in July, but the monthly figures still…
Google’s upcoming Made by Google event on August 12 promises a comprehensive refresh of its Pixel lineup, featuring the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and new accessories, signalling a strategic shift in design and ecosystem integration. Google’s next Made…
Decades of declining memory costs have suddenly reversed as artificial intelligence applications drive unprecedented demand, bringing prices back to 2007 levels and impacting various tech sectors. Computer memory prices have made an abrupt and unusual reversal, according to software performance…
Qualcomm plans to raise chip prices from September 1, citing rising costs across the semiconductor supply chain, which could lead to higher prices for smartphones, tablets and wearables into 2027. Qualcomm plans to raise the price of its chips from…
Experts argue that integrating continual learning into AI systems could revolutionise workplaces by enabling models to adapt and improve over sustained deployment, raising new regulatory and competitive challenges. Continual learning could turn artificial intelligence from a tool that resets after…
South Korea’s latest decade-long production tax incentive aims to bolster domestic semiconductor supply chain components rather than directly supporting major export-focused firms like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, signalling a shift towards regional industrial resilience and localised growth. South Korea’s…
Google is expanding support for Thread 1.4 across its Nest devices, aiming to improve smart home reliability through enhanced interoperability and seamless device onboarding, as industry-wide updates signal a shift towards more integrated ecosystems. Google is broadening support for Thread…
WiiM expands its presence in the US through a significant retail partnership, signalling a transition from niche streamer to integrated home audio ecosystem provider, with in-store demos and product explanations becoming crucial for consumer acceptance. WiiM’s move into Best Buy…
