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Google TV Gets Smarter: Gemini AI Upgrades You Can Talk To

Emily Carter Reynolds January 5, 2026No Comments

> At a Glance > - Google is rolling out new Gemini AI features to Google TV starting with select TCL models > - Viewers can use voice commands to fix...

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Mitsubishi to Ship Cars with Factory-Installed 4K Dashcams

Robert K. Lawson January 5, 2026No Comments

At a Glance Mitsubishi and Nextbase will ship cars with factory-installed 4K dashcams at purchase. Dashcams come with app connectivity, warranty,...

Sweekar glows with blue lines and pixels on a shelf with retro Tamagotchis and neon‑lit warm glow beside a blurred cityscape

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Sweekar: AI Tamagotchi Unveiled at CES 2026, Launching March

Emily Carter Reynolds January 5, 2026No Comments

At a Glance Sweekar, an AI-powered virtual pet, debuted at CES 2026. It uses Google Gemini and ChatGPT to remember users' names, colors, and...

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McDonald’s Faces Lawsuit Over McRib’s Pork Rib Claims

Sarah L. Montgomery January 5, 2026No Comments

At a Glance McDonald's sued over McRib marketing for misleading pork rib claims. Four plaintiffs allege sandwich uses ground pork from lower-grade...

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Lockin Unveils Battery-Free Veno Pro Wireless & V7 Max Smart Locks

Sarah L. Montgomery January 5, 2026No Comments

At a Glance Lockin introduces two battery-free smart locks powered by wireless optical charging. The V7 Max boasts a 4-meter charging range and...

Xreal 1S AR glasses sit on a sleek desk with warm golden LED glow and a vibrant 1200p display and gaming console background

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Xreal Cuts 1S AR Glasses $50, Adds 1200p Display at CES

Daniel J. Whitman January 4, 2026No Comments

At a Glance Xreal 1S AR glasses now $50 cheaper at $449. Display upgraded from 1080p to 1200p and FOV increased to 52°. New Neo hub adds a...

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Couples Find Love in Less Labor: Outsourcing Boosts Relationship Satisfaction

Daniel J. Whitman January 3, 2026No Comments

At a Glance Couples spending on time-saving services report higher relationship satisfaction, especially during stressful periods. Harvard Business...

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New Jersey Drivers Face Higher Gas Tax and Toll Hikes in 2024

Emily Carter Reynolds January 3, 2026No Comments

At a Glance Gas tax in New Jersey rises to just over 49¢ on Jan. 1. Tolls on major roads jump 3% on Jan. 4. Atlantic City Expressway switches to...

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Lego Unleashes 150+ New Sets on January 1, From Star Wars to Stranger Things

Michael A. Turner January 2, 2026No Comments

At a Glance Over 150 new Lego sets drop on Jan 1, spanning Star Wars, Marvel, Stranger Things, and more. The flagship hit is a $300 Stranger Things...

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Idaho Beef Recall: 3,000 lbs of Ground Beef Removed for E. coli

Michael A. Turner January 1, 2026No Comments

> At a Glance > - Idaho company recalls ~3,000 lbs of vacuum-sealed ground beef. > - Packages dated Dec. 16 carry "use or freeze by Jan. 13" and...