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Amazon's Delivery Robot Is Hanging Up its Wheels
The six-wheeled delivery robot Scout is turning in its postal badge.
How to Cope With Too Much Good TV: Watch the Pilot and Move On
Most of the time, it’s best to just watch the pilot and then stuff your heart with steel while making a clean break.
That's No Moon, That's an Ad
A new proposal on satellite-based advertising might inspire us to look away from the sky for a moment.
We Wanted a Star Trek Replicator and All We Got Was Keurig Machines
We were promised food replicators, and all we got is a futuristic-looking coffee maker and a bunch of empty pods clogging up the garbage.
The 5-Foot-long Keyboard from Google Japan is Almost a Sword
The new Gboard bar places keys in a single line as wide as a single key and as long as a child.
The Coffee in Your Smart Mug Is Ready, and Will Be All Day
Smart self-heating coffee mugs are a a far cry from that World’s Best Dad cup in your cupboard.
These Smart Kitchen Gadgets Are Actually Useful
That Jetsons-like kitchen is not quite here yet, but there are few kitchen gadgets out there giving a taste of what it could be like.
Bipedal Robot Sets Record, Can Still Only Outrun Slow People
It may be awhile before we see a Robot vs Usain Bolt showdown like we did with Deep Blue and Garry Kasparov.
The Smart Fridge's Best Feature Remains Keeping Food Cold
Ask yourself this before buying a smart fridge: Do I already own a fridge that works?
Why a Smart Microwave Makes More Sense Than Other Kitchen Appliances
Smart microwaves know you're not always in the most rational state of mind when operating a microwave, and respond with, "Don't worry, I got this."
Why Mario Kart Just Isn't as Fun as It Used to Be
Mario Kart was obviously never meant to capture the racing skills of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. But the latest version takes it too far.
Drone Keeps Food Warm by Crashing Into Powerlines and Catching Fire
A food delivery drone crashed into powerlines and caught fire, probably overcooking the meal.
Do You Even Need a Note-Taking App?
Note-taking apps have made the practice of making notes instead of actually getting anything done way more artful.
Robot Vacuums Are No Longer Bumbling Idiots
Robot vacuums are no longer content to simply scare your dog.
Now Even Walmart Wants to See You Half-Naked
Would you upload a half-naked picture of yourself to avoid going to a changing room?
How the iPhone 14 Could Save Your Life in a Car Crash
If you get into car accident, the new iPhone 14 will definitely notice.
Smart Toasters Won't Bring You Breakfast in Bed, But They're Getting There
These toasters are certainly advanced and look fantastic on your countertop, but are they truly smart?