This kitchen robot will cook dinner for you, but you still have to do the prep. The POA is an induction cooktop with a robotic arm that takes ingredients that you've prepped and put into these four containers based on a pre-programmed guided cooking recipe using a camera with AI powered features. Of course, it monitors the cooking to in theory make sure that your dish comes out perfect.It also adds spices and herbs at the appropriate time during the cook. Plus features water and oil dispensers so that reall ...

Product Comparison - Ring's second-generation Flood Light Cam Pro features retinal 4K color night vision with low light sight, an upgrade from the 1080p Floodlight Cam Plus [1] - The 4K footage from the Flood Light Cam Pro is brighter and provides better clarity compared to the 1080p footage [4] - The Flood Light Cam Pro's 2,000 lm flood lights enhance visibility, especially at night [4] Key Features - The upgraded camera offers improved clarity, more pixels, and enhanced lighting [5] - The new camera ensures that late-night deliveries are never missed [5] - The HDR in the background is notably improved in the 4K footage [5]

Business Strategy & Subscription Model - The Verge's subscription business aims for significant growth in year two, focusing on user retention and engagement [1] - The Verge is adjusting its paywall strategy to offer more free content, aiming for a Spotify-like model where the free service is valuable and drives premium subscriptions [1] - The Verge emphasizes ethical journalism and independence from brand deals and investor influence as core values for subscribers [2] Industry Trends & Competitive Landscape - The podcast discusses potential acquisitions and mergers in the media industry, specifically Netflix's interest in Warner Brothers and Paramount's hostile takeover bid, highlighting the complexities and regulatory hurdles involved [3][4] - The media industry is seeing a trend of splitting companies into profitable and less profitable parts, with private equity firms targeting the latter [5][6] - The rise of AI in music production is transforming the industry, with tools like Suno enabling rapid prototyping and vibe coding of songs, but also raising concerns about copyright and artistic integrity [15][16] Technology & Product Development - The podcast reviews Matter over Thread smart shades, highlighting their ease of use and integration with smart home ecosystems [2] - Google's Disco browser experiments with AI-powered "Gen Tabs" to create custom web applications on the fly, aiming to enhance the browsing experience [30][31] - Chamberlain Group's attempts to monopolize the garage door opener market by restricting third-party access are discussed, highlighting the challenges for smart home integration [51][52] Content Strategy & User Engagement - The Verge is hosting live events at CES in Las Vegas, including a live Vergecast and Decoder show, to engage with its audience [1] - The podcast explores the use of AI in music, including AI-generated covers and voice replacements, and debates the impact on artistic value and listener experience [15][16] - The podcast discusses the importance of user input and data in improving AI systems, particularly in the context of Google's Disco browser [38][39]

Have you seen this game pad. Speak up if you have because today I'm rescuing a Google Stadia controller from a fate worse than death. Google axed at Stadia Cloud Gaming Service years ago, but these game pads now work great with Steam.And you've only got till December 31st to rescue them. Stadia. google.com lets you flash them into Bluetooth gamepads, and it's quick and easy to do. Plug in the pad, tap a few buttons to find the controller. It should pop up in the upper left.Unplug and replplug while holding ...

I have two smart home picks this year. I have one hardware and one software. My hardware pick is the Matic robot vacuum.I first met this little guy in 2024 and finally got to test it out in my house this year and it is a complete rethink of the robot vacuum. Developed by two Google Nest engineers, it was designed specifically to address many of the common frustrations of the robot vacuum. It rarely gets stuck.It moves more like a human around your house and less like a robot and it just gets the job done. O ...

I would just put the the memorial award for the thing that died was ad free products. That's good because as soon like I was at my sister's house for Thanksgiving and boy are there just ads on her Alexa display. They're just there just the weirdest Amazon ads you have ever seen in your entire life.All of the streaming services were like the ad supported tier is or growth tier. That's the one we're doing. It is just the ad the adree internet experience has come to an end.It Yes. I my least favorite thing rig ...

You're not like a gamer. Make the case for Steam machines. I'm surprised that you in particular would think this is like a huge deal.>> 2026 is the year of Linux on the desktop, David. And I think it's important to say that out loud. I think the fact that Valve has invested so much in making Windows games run on Linux and on ARM and then they're putting out actual hardware to do that thing will completely bottom out the consumer market for Windows PCs in like a very specific kind of way and will make people ...

Product Preferences & Market Trends - The iPhone 17 Pro in orange is considered a potential "gadget of the year" due to its size and improved battery life [1][2] - Some find the upgrade from a larger phone to a smaller phone, like the iPhone 17 Pro, beneficial for daily life [2] - The M4 Mac Mini is viewed as an excellent value and a strong alternative to the MacBook Air [3][4] - The Switch 2 is anticipated to be a significantly improved version of the original Nintendo Switch [5] Competitive Analysis & Industry Positioning - The M4 Mac Mini is challenging the MacBook Air's position as the default computer recommendation [4] - Nintendo's Switch is recognized as a category-leading and game-changing product [5]

I think Google Glass is a good name because they are not glasses. That's the thing. It's glass the one in front of your right eye.[laughter] >> It is misleading and >> Okay, but here here's the question. Is this a goodlook. No.>> Absolutely. >> Absolutely not. No.[laughter] >> Okay, that's good. So, no, we litigated that already. >> I love [laughter] those.So, [snorts] but you you bring up a good point because Google was like desperate >> to make these things not nerdy gadgets. Like went way out of its way ...

The number one problem with Google Glass was the people who wore Google Glass, >> also known as glass holes. >> Yeah. >> And in February of 2014, >> Google is forced to post a set of dos and don'ts >> for >> And if you'll if you'll allow me to, I would just like to read a few of them to you.>> Please. >> Do ask for permission. Standing alone in the corner of a room staring at people while recording them through glass is not going to win you any friends.Here's a don't. Don't glass out. Glass was built for sh ...