Belkin’s upcoming discontinuation of Wemo cloud services highlights the growing importance of local control in smart-home setups, as reliance on vendor servers risks leaving devices useless during outages or support withdrawals. Belkin’s decision to switch off Wemo cloud services is…
Advancements in mobile hardware and model efficiency are enabling product teams to implement speech and wake-word detection locally, addressing privacy, latency, and cost challenges associated with cloud-based voice solutions. Product teams that want to add dictation, voice search or a…
A late-day decline in semiconductor stocks caused a split session for Wall Street, highlighting sector-specific vulnerabilities ahead of key earnings and economic data releases. Late trading on Monday left Wall Street with a split screen: the Nasdaq Composite slipped 0.34%…
The latest Asus Zenbook Duo combines a sleek, flush dual-OLED display with improved performance, offering a powerful yet portable solution for multimodal workflows, despite some trade-offs in weight and price. The Asus Zenbook Duo remains one of the few laptops…
Apple’s latest beta software updates for AirPods bring a new system-wide custom equaliser, allowing users to tune bass, mids, and treble directly from their device settings , a feature limited to the newest models with the H2 chip, and available…
As 5G becomes widespread, designing for slow and unstable connections remains crucial. Low-bandwidth approaches that prioritise resilience over speed ensure websites remain usable in regions where connectivity remains unpredictable, highlighting the importance of restraint, progressive loading, and careful optimisation. People…
In 2026, the smartwatch landscape shifts as Amazfit, Apple, and Google each adopt distinct strategies to cater to diverse ecosystems, pushing the boundaries of compatibility, functionality, and battery life. For buyers trying to bridge the divide between iPhone and Android,…
The 2026 Asus Zenbook Duo enhances its dual-screen concept with a more integrated chassis, improved performance, and better usability, though it remains a niche choice for specialised workflows. The Asus Zenbook Duo remains one of the clearest examples of a…
Lenovo has introduced the IdeaPad Slim 3 14IWC11 in Germany, focusing on portability and extended battery life, with flexible specifications and a budget-friendly price point aimed at students and professionals seeking practicality over premium materials. Lenovo has expanded the IdeaPad…
Harvard researchers have developed Mobilio, a smartphone app that uses AI and built-in sensors to provide continuous, personalised guidance for blind and visually impaired users, outperforming traditional aids in real-world trials. Researchers at Harvard University have developed a smartphone app…
