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Products & Applications · Large Language Models

TechRadar guide shows how to self-host AI agents for full data control

TechRadar published a step-by-step guide to self-hosting AI agents locally with OpenClaw and Open WebUI, reducing reliance on third-party cloud services.

Products & Applications

TechRadar: Modern endpoints and managed VPS can hide ongoing maintenance work

Two TechRadar articles argue that modern endpoint deployments and managed VPS plans may conceal legacy application and server management burdens.

Products & Applications

Apple publishes 50 ways to make devices easier for older adults

Apple has published a new support page with 50 accessibility tips for older adults, covering vision, hearing, and more across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and other devices.

Products & Applications · Companies

Wyze's New $40 Indoor Camera Has a Lens That Retracts for Privacy

Wyze announced the Indoor Cam Pan, a $39.98 pan-and-tilt indoor camera with a lens that retracts completely into the body for privacy.

Products & Applications

GuliKit Launches Compact Travel Dock for Switch 2

GuliKit's $29.99 Switch 2 dock is a compact, affordable alternative to Nintendo's, featuring a stand and 4K output, though it lacks a built-in power adapter.

Products & Applications · Companies · Large Language Models

Perplexity unveils Portable Computer, a local AI agent for faster, private tasks

Perplexity launched Portable Computer, a local-first AI agent that runs models on-device, offering speed, security and cost savings. It's available now for paid Linux users with Nvidia RTX GPUs, coming to Windows in September.

Cybersecurity · Products & Applications

WhatsApp strengthens account security with stronger 2FA and smarter caller ID

WhatsApp upgrades 2FA with alphanumeric passwords and adds context for unknown callers to bolster security.

Products & Applications · Companies · Cybersecurity

Nucleus Security launches Helix AI engine for exposure management

Nucleus Security launched AI engine Nucleus Helix for exposure management, adding discovery, natural-language interface and expanded threat intelligence.

Products & Applications · Robotics

Ropedia launches next-gen wearable for robotic AI training data

Ropedia unveiled HOMIE Gen2, a head-mounted wearable that captures human movement and environmental data to train robots, aiming to improve AI training efficiency.

Products & Applications · Companies

Nothing OS 5.0 built on Android 17 announced, but older phones won't get the update

Nothing unveiled Nothing OS 5.0 based on Android 17, featuring a major design overhaul and new Glyph tools, but Phone 1, Phone 2, and CMF Phone 1 won't receive it.

AI Chips & Compute · Products & Applications

Apple unveils M6 Mac mini and M5 Ultra Mac Studio with faster AI performance and higher prices

Apple unveiled the M6 Mac mini and M5 Ultra Mac Studio, boosting AI performance with new chips and higher starting prices.

Products & Applications

Google’s Live Translate for Android XR may add ‘Listening area’ mic controls

Android Authority reports Google is developing a ‘Listening area’ feature for Live Translate on Android XR, letting users choose between front-only and surrounding-area microphone modes.

Products & Applications

TCL Note A1 review: A stylus-first tablet caught between note-taking and full Android

TCL Note A1 review: a stylus-first Android tablet with paper-like display, but it falls short as tablet and e-reader.

Products & Applications · Companies

Fitbit founders launch Luffu Link, an LTE health and safety band

Fitbit co-founders' startup Luffu has launched Luffu Link, an LTE health and safety band for family caregivers, with pre-orders at $250.

Products & Applications · Companies

OpenAI product chief says world is ready for ChatGPT Work

OpenAI's product lead Thibault Sottiaux says ChatGPT Work, its AI agent platform for white-collar workers, has 20 million users and the world seems ready for agentic AI.

Products & Applications

CompuLock releases cable-lock adapter for MacBook Neo

CompuLock releases $70 cable-lock adapter for MacBook Neo, extending its security accessory to the latest model.

Products & Applications

Floccus: Free tool syncs bookmarks across Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and more

ZDNet reports that Floccus, a free browser extension, syncs bookmarks across major browsers with cloud storage and encryption support.

Products & Applications · World

Blood Moon Capture Guide and Nanoleaf-Philips Hue Adapter Leak Top TechRadar Reports

TechRadar reports pro photographer's blood moon capture plan and a leaked adapter that may link Nanoleaf to Philips Hue.

Products & Applications · Companies

Greenworks MaximusZ Electric Riding Mower: Five Motors, 41 HP, and a Few Compromises

The Verge tests Greenworks' five-motor MaximusZ mower: 41 hp, $8,799, but proprietary charger.

Products & Applications · Companies

AirPods 5 reportedly launching in two models alongside iPhone 18, analyst says

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says Apple will launch AirPods 5 in two models, including an ANC version, alongside the iPhone 18 lineup. TechRadar’s commentary urges value, fit, battery and audio improvements.

Companies · Products & Applications

Siri AI access may require waitlist when iOS 27 and macOS 27 launch next month

Apple is expected to keep the Siri AI waitlist for the public release of iOS 27 and macOS 27 next month, meaning users may not get instant access to new Siri features.

Products & Applications

PocketBook Q Brings a Slim Phone-Sized E-Reader, But Without Android

PocketBook Q is a 5.84-inch e-reader that is lighter and slimmer than rivals, but lacks Android, limiting app access. Priced at $235, it launches late fall.

Products & Applications · Companies · Robotics

FanShi and Over Ten Robot Makers Launch PhanthyMotus Co-Building Plan

FanShi and over ten robot makers launch PhanthyMotus co-building plan in Beijing to break hardware silos in embodied intelligence.

Products & Applications

Long-time Spotify user outlines five reasons for switching to YouTube Music

A long-time Spotify subscriber says YouTube Music's mood filters, video integration, and bundled YouTube Premium value may keep him from returning.