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Yes, you need a smart bird feeder in your life - and this one's on sale for Memorial Day

Consumer Tech Turns Backyard Birding Into an AI Product Category

Birdfy’s smart feeder uses a camera and AI features to capture bird visits and send alerts.
The product was featured in a Memorial Day sale at 35% off.
The device reflects a broader trend of AI moving into hobby-focused consumer hardware.

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DT Editorial Team·May 23, 2026·via zdnet.com

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The New Wild West of AI Kids’ Toys

AI Toys Are Spreading Faster Than the Rules Meant to Govern Them

AI-enabled toys are rapidly expanding across online marketplaces and consumer electronics shows.
Recent testing found some products delivered dangerous or age-inappropriate responses.
Researchers and consumer advocates say the bigger issue may be how emotionally persuasive these toys become for children.

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DT Editorial Team·May 8, 2026·via wired.com

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Fitbit Air with the lavender performance loop band

Google Reboots Fitbit With a Screenless Tracker and a New Health App

Google unveiled the $100 Fitbit Air, a screenless wearable focused on continuous health tracking.
The company is also launching a Google Health app to replace the Fitbit app experience.
Google says users will be able to pair both a Pixel Watch and Fitbit Air to the same phone.

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DT Editorial Team·May 7, 2026·via arstechnica.com

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OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT 5.5 Instant as the new default model for everyone

OpenAI Makes ChatGPT 5.5 Instant the Default for All Users

OpenAI is rolling out ChatGPT 5.5 Instant as the default model for all users.
The company says the model is faster and produces fewer hallucinated claims than 5.3 Instant.
Internal testing cited in the source says hallucinated claims fell by 52.5% in high-stakes topics.
The release also emphasizes better web-search judgment, image analysis, and context handling.

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DT Editorial Team·May 5, 2026·via mashable.com

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Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone Review: AI Can’t Save This Robot Vacuum

Ecovacs Tried to Put On-Device AI at the Center of a Premium Robot Vacuum. The Hardware Still Got in the Way.

The $1,500 X12 adds a mop shield and on-device AI to a design closely related to the earlier X11 OmniCyclone.
Gizmodo praised the robot’s mopping, quiet operation, battery life, charging speed, and app usability.
The review found poor object avoidance, hard bumps into furniture, clog-prone dust handling, and too many issues for the price.

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DT Editorial Team·May 4, 2026·via gizmodo.com

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DT Editorial Team·May 2, 2026·via wired.com

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 28, 2026·via 9to5mac.com

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 24, 2026·via wired.com

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 21, 2026·via techcrunch.com

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 20, 2026·via theguardian.com

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 16, 2026·via wired.com

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 15, 2026·via zdnet.com

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 12, 2026·via fastcompany.com

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 8, 2026·via techcrunch.com

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 4, 2026·via 9to5mac.com

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Why Has the US Banned Foreign-Made Routers?

The FCC’s Foreign-Made Router Ban Opens a New Front in Consumer Tech Policy

The FCC ban targets new consumer-grade routers manufactured outside the US unless approved.
Existing routers in homes and currently approved products on shelves are not affected.
The agency cites national-security concerns and prior cyber campaigns involving router vulnerabilities.

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Key takeaways after testing out SpeakON, an AI-powered dictation iPhone accessory - 9to5Mac

Apple Wallet’s Digital ID appears to be expanding, but the available source material is thin

The supplied source text says Apple Wallet’s new Digital ID feature has added more ways to use it.
The available extract is very limited and does not include the newly added use cases.
The item is attributed to Ryan Christoffel and dated April 24, 2026 in the supplied text.

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Why Do I Like Dyson’s PencilVac So Much?

Dyson’s PencilVac shows how far miniaturized home hardware can go

Dyson’s PencilVac packs motor, battery, and dustbin into a slim 38 mm handle.
The review says it is handy but limited to hard floors with shorter battery life.
Its broader significance is the shift toward lighter, more specialized home hardware.

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Who is John Ternus, the incoming Apple CEO? | TechCrunch

Apple’s CEO Handoff Elevates Hardware Chief John Ternus After a Quarter Century Inside the Company

Apple plans to hand the CEO role from Tim Cook to John Ternus on September 1.
Ternus has spent 25 years at Apple and currently leads all hardware engineering.
The selection suggests Apple values long-term continuity and product-led leadership.

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Sonos Play review: a great jack-of-all-trades portable speaker for home or away

Sonos bets on recovery with the Play, a portable speaker built for home first and travel second

The new Sonos Play is designed to work both as a home Wi-Fi speaker and a portable Bluetooth speaker.
The launch is framed as a key recovery moment after Sonos spent nearly two years fixing problems from its app overhaul.
At $299, the product targets buyers who want flexibility and premium sound rather than a low-cost travel speaker.

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Top Birdfy Discount Codes: 15% Off Sitewide + Up to 40% Off Clearance

Birdfy Leans Into Spring as Smart Bird Feeders Become a Seasonal Consumer Tech Play

WIRED tied Birdfy promotions to the seasonal rise in spring bird activity.
The article presents Birdfy as a reliable smart bird feeder brand with a broad lineup.
The commerce framing shows how niche hobby hardware is being sold like mainstream consumer tech.

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I tested every 'allergy-friendly' smart home gadget - these 6 actually keep the pollen out

Smart Home Gear Is Being Framed as a Front-Line Defense Against Spring Allergies

ZDNET tested allergy-focused smart home gadgets as part of a strategy to reduce indoor pollen exposure.
The supplied source text specifically highlights a smart air purifier that can activate automatically when particles are detected.
The story reflects a broader consumer-tech trend toward positioning smart home systems as tools for wellness and environmental management.

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From 'BuddhaBot' to $1.99 Chats With AI Jesus, the Faith-Based Tech Boom Is Here (via usnews.com)

Faith-Based AI Is Becoming a Real Consumer Technology Category

Fast Company describes a growing market for religious AI tools across multiple faith traditions.
One product offers AI Jesus video calls at $1.99 per minute.
Developers and believers are debating limits such as disclosure and scriptural accuracy.
The trend raises broader questions about authority, attachment, and the role of AI in spiritual life.

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Meta launches Muse Spark as first model from its reworked AI division

Meta says Muse Spark is the first model released by its Superintelligence Labs unit.
The company plans a future 'Contemplating' mode using multiple AI agents in parallel.
Login requirements and possible health-related uses are likely to sharpen privacy scrutiny.

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Apple debuts 50th anniversary exhibit at Apple Park with iconic products and photography - 9to5Mac

Apple Turns 50 With a Heritage Exhibit That Puts Its Product History on Display

Apple opened a 50th anniversary exhibit at Apple Park
The display features iconic products and photography
The event marks a rare public embrace of nostalgia from Apple

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