This lens breakthrough could put utterly cheap thermal cameras in phones and cars
A breakthrough lens developed by researchers could slash the cost of thermal cameras, making heat-sensing technology practical for smartphones and cars, where high prices have long kept it out of reach.
Research suggests you might be too confident in your ability to spot AI faces
A new study finds that most people, even those with exceptional face-recognition skills, struggle to tell real faces from AI-generated ones.
Apple racing to launch an AI pendant to serve as your iPhone’s eyes and ears
Apple has reportedly sped up efforts to develop an AI-powered pendant equipped with a camera that could launch next year.
Gemini can now create audio summaries of your Google Docs
Google Docs gets Gemini-powered Audio Summaries, transforming lengthy documents into short, podcast-style recaps you can hear on the move instead of reading line by line.
Google boosts Gemini 3 Deep Think AI and it’s a huge milestone for 3D printing
Gemini 3 Deep Think is focused on scientific and engineering work, and it's now now available to Google AI Ultra subscribers in the Gemini app.
Your favorite old ChatGPT models are going away
OpenAI is retiring GPT-4o, GPT-4.1, GPT-4.1 mini, and other older models in ChatGPT to focus development on newer, improved GPT versions.
A key flaw of self-driving cars could just be poor understanding of humans
According to an engineering psychology expert, autonomous car drivers have come to face a vigilance task, raising questions on the convenience of self-driving cars.
Amazon could soon launch a marketplace for publishers to sell content to AI firms
Amazon is reportedly in talks to launch a marketplace where publishers can license their content to AI companies.
China’s next-gen lithium battery promises top performance even in freezing conditions
Scientists in China unveil a liquid-solid lithium battery retaining 85% capacity at -34°C, offering promising cold-weather performance for drones, EVs, and outdoor technologies.
SpaceX may be exploring a Starlink phone, though Elon Musk says otherwise
SpaceX is reportedly exploring a mobile device that would tap directly into its Starlink satellite network, but Elon Musk has denied the plans.
Beginner 3D printers: the “it just works” era is finally here
Stop tinkering and start printing. We review 3D printers suitable for beginners in 2026, featuring the Bambu Lab A1 Mini, Ender 3 V3 SE, and the easiest resin options.
ChatGPT is down for a ton of users (Update: It’s back online)
ChatGPT seems to be down worldwide. OpenAI confirms elevated error rates affecting logins, voice mode, and chat generation on February 3, 2026.
The AI Race is so hot that chatbot users are getting paid in real cash, iPhones, and TVs
Chinese AI firms are paying users cash, iPhones, and TVs to boost chatbot adoption, intensifying competition ahead of major model launches and potential Apple partnerships.
Why your next smartglasses might finally have crisp visuals
Researchers develop ultra-high-resolution micro-LED displays (~1,700 PPI) that could enable near-reality visuals in smartglasses and wearable XR.
Your phone might stay cool thanks to this new battery breakthrough
New thermal diode technology could steer heat one way, preventing overheating and prolonging battery life in phones and other devices.
Super Bowl tactile device lets your hands follow the ball
Some blind and low-vision fans will use a Super Bowl tactile device that lets them feel ball movement on a tablet, with live Westwood One audio in headphones to keep every play in sync.
A flexible AI chip thinner than hair promises smart wearables that work without a phone
Researchers have developed a flexible AI chip thinner than a human hair that could allow future wearables to run intelligence on their own, removing the need for a constant connection to a smartphone.
Google’s Genie AI will let you create a whole visual world of your imaginations
Google's Project Genie turns text or images into interactive worlds using AI. Currently rolling out to Google AI Ultra subscribers in the U.S., it hints at a new era of generative environments.
Your daily music routine could help ease anxiety, science suggests
Researchers found that listening to music with rhythmic beat stimulation lowers anxiety more effectively than pink noise.
Apple may have scaled back a few of its original AI features for Siri
Apple is reportedly rolling out its new AI-powered Siri in phases, with early features arriving in iOS 26.4 and a fully reimagined assistant planned for 2026.
Your WhatsApp voice notes could help screen for early signs of depression
Brazilian researchers developed an AI system that analyzes WhatsApp audio messages to identify depression, showing high accuracy and potential for low-cost, real-world mental health screening.
Talk to AI every day? New research says it might signal depression
Daily use of AI chatbots is linked to a higher likelihood of moderate depressive symptoms, a new JAMA Network Open study finds.
You might actually be able to buy a Tesla robot in 2027
Elon Musk says Tesla will start selling Optimus humanoid robots to the public by the end of 2027, pending safety and reliability.
Blue Origin joins the satellite internet race with its 6 Tbps TeraWave network
Blue Origin has announced its satellite internet service for enterprise clients, which will offer speeds of up to 6 Tbps.
Samsung announces the new avatar of Bixby with Perplexity power (and then deletes the post)
Samsung had unveiled a significant AI upgrade to Bixby with One UI 8.5, powered by Perplexity for real-time web search and natural language understanding, but it deleted the newsroom post soon after.
Daimon Robotics’ new data acquisition system brings haptic intelligence to robot teleoperation
One of CES 2026's big robotics releases is a new robotic control suit from Daimon Robotics.
ChatGPT Go is now available in the U.S., but be prepared to see ads
ChatGPT Go launches globally at $8/month, offering higher limits, access to GPT-5.2, larger memory, and a low-cost upgrade over free ChatGPT.
I tried these shoes that can only exist thanks to 3D printing
Shoe maker Syntilay has unveiled its new PulsePodz shoes, which it claims couldn’t have been made without 3D printing and AI. These recovery slides feature nine individual pods on the base, designed with a lattice structure and different densities that create a cushion to target support where the foot needs it most. Syntilay says this […]
This chip can make future phones thinner and faster through tiny ‘earthquakes’
A chip that produces microscopic “earthquakes” could change smartphone design, allowing manufacturers to shrink internal components while boosting signal handling and data speeds using surface acoustic wave technology.
Scientists are teaching OLED screens how to shine smarter
A new near-planar OLED light extraction method could deliver brighter, more efficient displays for smartphones, TVs, and future flexible devices.
Anthropic’s Cowork turns Claude into your hands-on digital teammate
Anthropic's latest tool lets Claude access local files to handle mundane tasks on your behalf.
Anthropic’s Claude will soon help you make sense of your Apple Watch health data
Anthropic's new Claude for Healthcare will help you understand health and fitness metrics from wearables like the Apple Watch.
Chinese researchers develop high-voltage sodium–sulfur battery that could challenge lithium batteries
A team of researchers in China has just pulled the curtain back on a new sodium-sulfur battery design that could fundamentally change the math on energy storage. By leaning into the very chemistry that has historically made sulfur a headache for engineers, they have managed to build a cell that is incredibly cheap to make […]
This artificial skin could give ‘human-like’ sensitivity to robots
A new artificial skin unveiled at CES 2026 could give robots human-like sensitivity, helping machines better understand pressure and texture to handle objects, adapt their grip, and interact with people and environments more naturally.
New tech promises to make colorful solar cells to jazz up your house
Scientists have developed flexible, color-changing solar cells that can be printed on windows and façades, blending clean energy with modern design.
Pro-grade CNC, kitchen-table ready: Meet the Makera Z1 at CES 2026
In the world of digital fabrication, desktop CNC machines often fall into two frustrating camps: affordable but underpowered, or powerful but prohibitively complex. The Makera Z1 flips the script and carves out a new category of its own. A smart CNC that doesn’t dumb things down Makera will exhibit at Booth No. 54363, located in Halls A–D, […]
Digital Trends’ Top Tech of CES 2026 awards: our favorite picks from the show floor
These are the 22 best products we saw at CES 2026.
ChatGPT Health wants to be your medical AI assistant, but don’t expect a diagnosis
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health, a new experience designed to handle medical and wellness questions with stricter safeguards and curated sources.