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Android Motion Assist Signals a Bigger Platform Play

Google's new Android Motion Assist feature fights motion sickness with subtle moving dots, echoing Apple's playbook. Plus, quick takes on OpenAI's subpoena, Netflix's app strategy, and more.

By Priya Kapoor | August 25, 2026

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AirTags Four-Pack Deal Drops to Its Lowest Price Yet

Apple's second-gen AirTags four-pack drops to $79, its lowest price yet, while robotaxi pushback, ESPN price hikes, and a Witcher 4 release window round out the week's tech news.

By Julian Park | August 24, 2026

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Raspberry Pi Cyberdeck Tutorial Turns Thrift Finds Into PCs

Raspberry Pi finally released an official cyberdeck tutorial, validating a viral DIY trend built from thrifted parts. The move arrives alongside a busy week in photography, from Moment's iPhone lenses to Insta360's FCC opening against DJI.

By Marcus Chen | August 24, 2026

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Amazon Hikes Echo, Kindle, and Fire TV Prices Up to 60%

Amazon raised prices on Echo, Kindle, Fire TV, and Eero devices by up to 60 percent. Rising memory and storage costs are behind the sudden hike.

By Jonah Reed | August 22, 2026

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What Owners Should Do Now: Tesla Solar Roof Discontinued

Tesla has quietly ended new orders for its tile-style Solar Roof panels, shifting installers to conventional solar. This brief also covers a Best Buy gift card deal, Pixel 11's digicam-inspired camera, Walmart's new tap-to-pay support, and Blue Eye Samurai's season two date.

By Owen Mercer | August 21, 2026

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Meta Glasses Surveillance Fears Grow as Zuckerberg Buys Castle

A Target worker's account of being recorded by smart glasses puts new pressure on Meta, even as its CEO closes on an Irish castle. Plus updates on OpenAI's leadership, a bricked Framework laptop update, and a DJI camera app workaround.

By Noor Hassan | August 20, 2026

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Drones, Alexa Plus, and iPad Air Deal: Amazon’s Big Push

Amazon pushed three major updates in one week: drone delivery expansion, free Alexa Plus for Fire TV, and a rare iPad Air price cut. Here's what each move signals about the company's strategy.

By Julian Park | August 19, 2026

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Apple App Store EU Rules Reset Its Fight With Brussels

Apple overhauls its App Store terms for the European Union, aiming to close its long-running dispute with Brussels. The brief also covers a Galaxy Buds 3 Pro discount, Firefox's new AI search features, Tesla's Cybercab launch plans, and the Coyote vs. Acme saga.

By Noor Hassan | August 18, 2026

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Reddit AI Videos, Apple’s ATT Fix, and ABC’s Trend Show

Reddit tests AI-generated videos and podcasts from text posts, Apple faces new tracking prompt rules in Germany, and ABC News launches a trend-driven livestream. Here's what changed and why it matters.

By Avery Cole | August 18, 2026

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Smart Home Gadgets Get Smarter as Gaming Nostalgia Cashes In

A new word game, a discounted smart speaker, Sonos lockscreen controls, and a Supreme-branded handheld all point to one trend: companies monetizing daily habits and nostalgia.

By Priya Kapoor | August 17, 2026

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