AJ Dellinger
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AJ Dellinger is a freelance reporter from Madison, Wisconsin with an affinity for all things tech. He has been published by Gizmodo, Newsweek, International Business Times, the Daily Dot, and many others.
Alexa is everywhere: Kohler’s smart toilet brings voice assistant into bathrooms
Have you ever had a pressing question hit you while you're going about your business in the bathroom? Well, your toilet just might have an answer for you, assuming you have the Kohler Numi 2.0 Intelligent Toilet. The toilet with Alexa built right into will be on display at CES 2019.
The Keurig for cocktails is now available in a couple of states
Making cocktails at home requires a fair amount of preparation and drinks on hand. That problem is solved by the HomeBar, a collaboration between Drinkworks and Keurig. The machine is now available to purchase for consumers in Missouri and Florida after a limited run in St. Louis.
LG wants to keep your vino cool with new Signature series wine cellar
At IFA 2018, LG introduced a new wine cellar capable of storing 65 bottles of your favorite wine. The appliance comes equipped with a smart sensor that opens the door with the swipe of a foot. It's expected to become available for consumers in the coming months at a yet unknown price.
Vector, the engaging Alexa-like robot, is ready to roam around your home
Anyone who has ever watched Star Wars, Short Circuit, or WALL-E has surely dreamed about having a robot buddy to come live with them. After a successful Kickstarter campaign from Anki, we no longer have to dream. The Vector home robot is here, and he looks amazing.
The new GE ChillHub fridge is so smart, it thinks it’s a computer
The first project from GE's FirstBuild community was at CES 2015 and it's a smart fridge. The ChillHub has USB ports, Wi-Fi connectivity, and its own app.
Sony’s new Bravia TVs are slimmer than an Xperia and as smart as an Android
Android TV is invading Sony's lineup of TVs for 2015. The 4K displays of Sony's Bravia TVs will be powered by Android TV and support HDR content.
Couple finds hidden camera pointed at bed at a Toronto Airbnb
A couple visiting Toronto made an unpleasant and creepy discovery during their stay. They found a hidden camera in a clock that was pointed directly at the bed they were sleeping in, presumably placed there by the home's owner. Airbnb is aware of the incident and is investigating further.
A popular podcast app finally makes its way to Alexa devices
Pocket Casts is a favorite app for podcast listeners on the go. Now it can be your go-to at home, too. A new Alexa skill for Pocket Casts is now available from the Alexa Skills Store so you can listen to all of your favorite podcasts right from any of your Alexa-powered Echo speakers.
Get your Cosmos on with the new NASA Visualization Explorer app
Can't get enough about science and space? Check out NASA Visualization Explorer, a universal app for iOS devices that will help you get your fix of scientific discoveries.
Tesla’s referral program lets owners send laser-etched photos into space
Tesla has a referral program that provides its loyal owners who recommend the company's cars to others with rewards. The latest reward offered through the program is an interesting one: Tesla will laser-etch any photo of the owner's choosing and shoot it into space.
Amazon will bring a 7-foot-tall Christmas tree to your doorstep starting today
If you have fond memories of going out with your family and searching for the perfect Christmas tree to bring home, well, Amazon wants to create its own holiday tradition for you. Starting today, you can order a real, 7-foot tree and have it shipped directly to your house from Amazon.
Vivint’s latest home security camera is infused with artificial intelligence
Vivint Smart Home has a new security camera that is infused with artificial intelligence. The Vivint Outdoor Camera Pro uses advanced analytics to differentiate familiar faces from potentially dangerous intruders to keep your home safe and secure when suspicious activity occurs.
The smart-deadbolt Nest x Yale Lock now works with Google Assistant
Nest, owned by Google parent company Google, is adding Google Assistant support to its smart deadbolt Nest x Yale Lock. Starting August 29, the security tool will be compatible with the AI assistant so you can lock your door on the go with just a simple voice command.