This artificial skin could give ‘human-like’ sensitivity to robots

A new artificial skin unveiled at CES 2026 could give robots human-like sensitivity, helping machines better understand pressure and texture to handle objects, adapt their grip, and interact with people and environments more naturally.

M. Priyadarshini     January 9

New tech promises to make colorful solar cells to jazz up your house

Scientists have developed flexible, color-changing solar cells that can be printed on windows and façades, blending clean energy with modern design.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 9

Pro-grade CNC, kitchen-table ready: Meet the Makera Z1 at CES 2026

In the world of digital fabrication, desktop CNC machines often fall into two frustrating camps: affordable but underpowered, or powerful but prohibitively complex. The Makera Z1 flips the script and carves out a new category of its own. A smart CNC that doesn’t dumb things down Makera will exhibit at Booth No. 54363, located in Halls A–D, […]

N. Dual     January 9

Digital Trends’ Top Tech of CES 2026 awards: our favorite picks from the show floor

These are the 22 best products we saw at CES 2026.

John McCann     January 7

ChatGPT Health wants to be your medical AI assistant, but don’t expect a diagnosis

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health, a new experience designed to handle medical and wellness questions with stricter safeguards and curated sources.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 7

Snapping 8K drone footage just got easier thanks to Potensic’s new upgrade at CES 2026

The Potensic Atom 2 PTD-1 controller, showcased at CES 2026, lets you use a drone without needing to use your smartphone.

T. Bedford     January 6

Dreame’s CES 2026 lineup: this year’s standout innovations

From robot vacs and smart pool cleaners, to hair care and air purification, Dreame has you covered.

D. Staff     January 6

Digital Trends CES 2026 Publisher Awards

Here are 12 products from CES 2026 which need to be seen including home vacuums, pool cleaners and AI companions.

T. Bedford     January 6

LG’s new robot Cloid isn’t what you think

I’ve just come out of a LG’s CES 2026 press conference – dubbed a ‘World Premiere’, giving the sense of something new and exciting about to appear (although it transpired all of what was spoken about had already been press released). But it was clear what the focal point of the event was: Cloid (or […]

Gareth Beavis     January 5

SwitchBot’s new robot could take household chores off your plate

SwitchBot's onero H1 is a humanoid robot designed to help you with household chores.

Pranob Mehrotra     January 5

You may never have to recharge a smart lock ever again

Lockin’s V7 Max smart lock uses wireless optical charging and triple biometric security to eliminate batteries entirely, promising reliable, maintenance-free home security.

Moinak Pal     January 4

Samsung concepts put an OLED screen on a classroom robot and retro music gear 

At CES 2026, Samsung is showcasing a whole bunch of concept devices with an OLED screen. One of them is classroom robot, while the other one sits on your face.

Nadeem Sarwar     January 4

This camera breakthrough could soon help you take photos where everything is in focus

Researchers at the Carnegie Mellon University have developed a new type of lens that can keep all parts of a scene in focus.

Pranob Mehrotra     December 30, 2025

This new technique can generate AI videos in just a few seconds

A new AI technique promises to generate videos in just seconds, dramatically speeding up a process that has traditionally taken minutes or even hours with existing video generation models.

Manisha Priyadarshini     December 29, 2025

The 3D-printed shoe company that wants to follow Apple’s lead

Can influencers be the key to making 3D printed shoes a success?

Gareth Beavis     December 23, 2025

Are you buying a drone soon? Here’s how the FCC’s move affects you

A new FCC ruling bans approvals for future DJI drones, citing security risks, but current devices remain usable.

Moinak Pal     December 23, 2025

ChatGPT’s year-end recap offers a snapshot of how you used it in 2025

ChatGPT is rolling out a year-end recap feature that shows how you used the chatbot in 2025.

Pranob Mehrotra     December 23, 2025

ChatGPT now lets you dial up the warmth or tone down the enthusiasm in its responses

OpenAI is rolling out new personality settings that let you fine-tune ChatGPT's responses for warmth, enthusiasm, and more.

Pranob Mehrotra     December 22, 2025

Gemini can now help you spot AI-generated videos

Google is expanding Gemini's AI content detection capabilities to include video content.

Pranob Mehrotra     December 19, 2025

ChatGPT now lets you discover songs and create playlists in Apple Music

OpenAI introduced apps in ChatGPT earlier this year as a way to help users interact with third-party services without leaving the chat window. The feature launched with support for a handful of apps but has steadily expanded to include options like Peloton and Tripadvisor. Now, Apple Music has joined the lineup. 9to5Mac reports that, much […]

Pranob Mehrotra     December 18, 2025

Kyrgyzstan launches gold-backed stablecoin to modernize cross-border payments

Kyrgyzstan is making a bold play for the digital future and they’ve not gone halfway doing it. With the launch of USDKG, a $50 million gold-backed stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar, the Central Asian nation is signaling that it’s ready to become a serious contender in global commerce. A hybrid approach to stability So, […]

D. Staff     December 16, 2025

ChatGPT’s adult mode is coming, but you’ll have to wait until next year to try it

ChatGPT's highly anticipated adult mode is expected to roll out in Q1 2026 as OpenAI tests its age-verification system.

Pranob Mehrotra     December 15, 2025

AI toys are getting scary – but this small red box promises a fix

Trending Fowrard: Stickerbox uses it's own 'safe' AI to give kids creative control - and the founders promise multiple guardrails to protect children.

Peter C. Horan     December 12, 2025

Bambu Lab A1 mini 3D printer drops to $199.99 in new deal

The Bambu Lab A1 mini 3D printer is on sale for $199.99, $50 off the usual $249.99 price, offering a compact, beginner friendly 3D printing option that fits easily on a desk or in a small workspace.

O. Khaliq Sultan     December 12, 2025

ChatGPT gets major update (GPT-5.2) as OpenAI battles Google in AI arms race

OpenAI has unveiled GPT-5.2, a more capable AI model focused on professional workflows, longer context, better reasoning, and more reliable outputs.

Shikhar Mehrotra     December 12, 2025

Google’s new Disco browser shows how AI could transform the way you get things done online

Google's Disco is a new AI browser that uses GenTabs to turn open tabs and chat history into interactive web apps, helping you complete tasks efficiently.

Pranob Mehrotra     December 12, 2025

Google turns Chrome into a native AI browser with Gemini-powered tools

Google's latest Chrome update is its most ambitious ever, infusing the desktop browser with advanced AI tools powered by Gemini, including contextual answers, summaries, and enhanced security.

Shikhar Mehrotra     December 11, 2025

OpenAI launches its first certification courses to upskill workers and educators

OpenAI has launched its first certification courses, offering structured AI training for workers and educators through the OpenAI Academy and Coursera.

Shikhar Mehrotra     December 10, 2025

CES 2026 is almost here, as a veteran of the show here’s what you need to know

From new TVs, auto tech, and computing announcements, to AI, drones and robots, the world's biggest consumer technology show has it all.

John McCann     December 10, 2025

Google’s AI mood board can now turn your idea dump into a slick presentation

Google has released a massive update for its AI-powered mood board app, Mixboard, which includes a new feature that can turn your idea dump into a crisp presentation.

Pranob Mehrotra     December 9, 2025

Google’s virtual try-on app now helps you discover and shop outfits tailored to you

Doppl, Google's AI-powered virtual try-on app, now has a shoppable discovery feed that offers outfit recommendations with direct links to merchants.

Pranob Mehrotra     December 9, 2025

Save on the SenseRobot Chess — the AI chess master everyone wants

This post is brought to you in paid partnership with SenseRobot The holidays are almost upon us, and one deal is standing out for tech enthusiasts, chess lovers, and shoppers. The SenseRobot Chess, the world’s first mass-produced AI chess robot arm designed for home use, is now available at its Christmas holiday special price of […]

C. Contributor     December 9, 2025

Too lazy to shower? This human washing machine can clean your body in 15 minutes

A new human washing machine from Japan can wash your entire body in just 15 minutes. You simply need to lie inside the capsule while microbubbles, sensors, and a preset routine handles the whole bath for you.

M. Priyadarshini     December 1, 2025

Save 29% on Rokid AR Spatial Glasses with a 360″ Micro-OLED three-screen display

Rokid AR Spatial Glasses Max 2 in silver, bundled with Station 2, offer a 360" Micro-OLED three-screen display, 120Hz OLED, 600 nits brightness, and multi-tasking support for work and gaming on Android, Windows, and consoles—now $499, down from $698.

O. Khaliq Sultan     November 28, 2025

Save up to $1,200 on a Speediance home gym this Black Friday

Save up to $1,200 on Speediance smart gyms plus get free accessories. Use code media120 for extra savings on compact, digital weight systems.

O. Khaliq Sultan     November 27, 2025

This AI app is helping visually impaired people find and navigate objects around them

NaviSense is a new AI-powered smartphone app built to help visually impaired people find and navigate objects in real time. Using camera input, spatial audio, and vibrations, it guides users toward what they’re searching for, without needing pre-mapped environments.

M. Priyadarshini     November 26, 2025

You’ll soon get a calm-mode AI device from OpenAI

OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman described the firm’s forthcoming AI device as “more peaceful and calm than the iPhone.” The screen-less, pocket-sized gadget (designed with Jony Ive) is meant to act as a trusted, context-aware companion. A launch is expected within two years.

Varun Mirchandani     November 25, 2025

Save $74.99 on this professional ionic hair dryer with diffuser

This upgraded professional ionic hair dryer with diffuser and concentrator attachments is now just $24 at Walmart, saving you $74.99 off the regular $98.99 price and giving you salon-style drying at home or on the go.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     November 25, 2025