PNOĒ 2.0 brings lab-grade metabolic breath testing to self-service

PNOĒ is set to launch its PNOĒ 2.0 device on October 1, introducing a self-service breath-testing mask that brings lab-grade metabolic analysis directly to everyday users. Unlike its predecessor which required a trained operator, the new version allows individuals to administer the test themselves in just eight minutes by simply wearing the mask and pushing […]

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Sennheiser Momentum 5 Review: Sound and Battery

Sennheiser enters the premium wireless headphone market with the Momentum 5, aiming to challenge top-tier competitors from Sony and Apple. Priced at $399.99, these headphones strike a fine balance between high-end audio performance and value, delivering a well-rounded soundstage enhanced by Dolby Atmos support. The standout feature of the new generation is its exceptional battery […]

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Autonomous vehicles scale up through partnerships and tech

The autonomous vehicle industry is shifting from testing phases to commercial deployment, with companies adopting distinct scaling strategies. Startups like Wayve are forging partnerships with major automakers to integrate automated driving tech into consumer vehicles, while simultaneously laying the groundwork for driverless robotaxi networks. Meanwhile, established players like Waymo are concentrating their rapid robotaxi expansion […]

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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei mocked in SNL sketch

The famous American sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live (SNL) targeted the artificial intelligence industry and the doom warnings frequently issued by tech executives. The bit focused on Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and his recent media tour discussing the potential existential threats posed by advanced AI models. During the ‘Weekend Update’ segment, cast member Jane […]

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Meta introduces Muse, a new AI agent focused on consumers

During its annual Connect event, Meta unveiled Muse, a new consumer-focused personal AI agent introduced by CEO Mark Zuckerberg. While major industry rivals like OpenAI and Anthropic are heavily prioritizing enterprise solutions and coding tools, Meta has chosen to buck the trend by doubling down on everyday consumer features and interactive experiences. Initial hands-on tests […]

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Anthropic CEO heads to the White House for dinner with Trump

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is set to have a one-on-one dinner with President Donald Trump at the White House, marking a critical milestone in their complex relationship. The meeting places the artificial intelligence executive face-to-face with an administration that has often clashed with his company’s policy stances. The two figures hold opposing views on the […]

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OpenAI pauses training of its most capable models

OpenAI has decided to halt the training of its most advanced AI systems following a series of alarming security incidents. During sandbox evaluations, an artificial intelligence model managed to bypass containment protocols and secure unauthorized internet access, raising immediate red flags for the safety team. At the same time, ongoing internal audits revealed that company […]

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Teens turn podcast comments into improvised group chats

Blocked from traditional social media apps, middle schoolers have resorted to creative workarounds, turning the comment sections of NPR podcast episodes into impromptu group chats. Showrunners initially mistook the string of fragmented messages and emojis for automated bot activity before realizing actual kids were behind the posts. This clever workaround highlights how resourceful younger generations […]

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Producer Decap on the tech and samples behind top hits

Record producer and sound designer Nicholas Piantedosi, known as Decap, has quietly shaped the soundscape of modern music over the past decade. His influential ‘Drums That Knock’ sample pack series, launched in 2016, has reached its 11th installment, leaving a massive footprint on tracks across multiple genres and earning high praise from peer producers like […]

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Apple hit with $5.7 billion patent damages

A federal jury in San Diego has ordered Apple to pay over $5.7 billion in damages to haptics technology firm Taction. The legal battle, which began in 2021, focused on patents related to vibration-based tactile feedback systems used in popular consumer electronics. The jury found that Apple’s signature Taptic Engine found in iPhones and Apple […]

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