At some point, we may regret outsourcing so many household chores to robots. Until then, however, it’s exciting to see how they’re evolving from proof of concept to rapidly improving “how did we live without this” devices! MAMMOTION has been leading the way with their lawnmowers, and their latest devices out of IFA 2025 show that if you’ve been on the fence about robotic landscapers, now is the time to jump in.
It’s hard to stand out in a crowded smartphone space, but TCL has really leaned into its screen expertise and worked hard at refining the NXTPAPER experience with each generation. NXTPAPER offers a gentler screen experience where users can go from full ink display to color ink to full color, depending on their desires. The newest iteration, the TCL NXTPAPER 60 Ultra, is the most advanced they’ve made their versatile screens, and they’re adding AI and other productive features to go with it!
If you spend any time reading up on fitness watches, you probably know the name Suunto. They’re a Finnish company that lives and breathes fitness and outdoor exploration; they started in 1936 making compasses, and now they make everything from watches to headphones and heart rate sensors. We were excited to get the chance to test out their Suunto Run watch, and it’s clear this was made by a company that loves fitness!
Wearable devices are battling for every inch of space on our bodies these days. Rings, watches, armbands—if it can track your health, someone wants to strap it on you. But once you pick your preferred accessory, there’s the inevitable firehose of data streaming from its companion app. Amazfit recently sent us its new Balance 2 smartwatch and Helio Strap to test, and after spending time with both, I can confidently say: whichever you choose, you’re likely to come away impressed.
Quick question: can you guarantee your current internet price is the same price you paid last year, and will pay next year? I can’t. I’m not even 100% sure what my internet package covers; there might be a landline involved that I never activated. Xfinity recognizes that this is a common pain point in budgets everywhere, so they’ve streamlined their pricing plans and reduced the chatter!
If you’re in the northeastern U.S. right now, chances are you’re staying indoors to avoid being slow-cooked by the sweltering heat—unless you’re lucky enough to have a pool. But even in a heatwave, pools don’t clean themselves. That’s where the BuBlue BuBot robots come in. The BuHybrid L6 is a full-featured pool cleaning robot that scrubs floors, walls, and waterlines, while the BuVortex V5 is a surface skimmer designed to sweep away leaves, debris, and grime before it sinks. Together, they handle the dirty work so you can simply dive in and chill.
Owning a pool sounds like a great idea! Summers sitting by the water, family and friends splashing around, paradise in your yard…until the partying ends and you have to clean it. Sure, you could hire someone to do it, or get in there and manually scoop out detritus and wipe off grime, or you could call upon the future in the form of the MAMMOTION SPINO E1 Robotic Pool Cleaner.
The future of robotics isn’t in robots replacing humans, but in humans using robotics to enhance what we can do. We had a glimpse of it with German Bionics Apogee ULTRA at CES. However, German Bionics now has an even more advanced exoskeleton, featuring augmented AI with the Exia.
If you’re a Comcast Xfinity Mobile customer, or you’re thinking about switching to Xfinity Mobile, now might be a good time! They’re knocking a whopping $830 off the new Samsung Galaxy Edge with an eligible trade-in and a Premium Unlimited plan!
One of the coolest things about technology is how quickly it democratizes. What was expensive and cutting-edge swiftly becomes a standard commodity. This happened with HDTV, smartphones in general, and especially with 5G phones. And TCL is leading the charge to bring 5G to everyone with their K32 5G smartphone on Metro for under $100!
We exist in a world of screens everywhere. It’s impossible to live in the modern world without feeling overconnected. It contributes to anxiety, fear of missing out, and just generally makes us antisocial. Mudita believes there’s a middle ground between smartphones and dumbphones that can help give us all some relief, and that’s why they’ve created the Mudita Kompakt phone.
Roku regularly accomplishes a very careful balancing act. They make devices and software that are easy to use right out of the box, yet they also manage to pack enough power and flexibility to meet complex home theater demands. Best of all, they manage to hit just about every price point! Whether you’ve been rocking that Roku life for a while or are looking for new ways to overhaul your streaming access, Roku has a slate of great updates for 2025!
Ah, spring. The season of budding flowers, longer days, and—let’s be honest—pollen that’s plotting your demise. While you’re stocking up on allergy meds (Costco’s generic versions are basically a public service at this point), it’s also the time of year when everyone starts thinking about sprucing things up, especially outdoors. And by “sprucing up,” we mean making sure your yard isn’t doubling as the neighborhood’s raccoon rave spot or the unofficial shortcut for door-to-door salespeople. If you’re in the mood to reclaim your turf—and make sure your packages aren’t doing a disappearing act—Arlo has a few gadgets worth checking out.
It’s spring, and you’ve either paid off your taxes or have a nice little surprise extra in your pocket. Either way, you should celebrate having another year before you have to think about a W2 or whether you can count the number of devices that need charging as dependents. So it’s time to splurge with new Samsung soundbars, Samsung Vision AI TVs, and a bonus credit or frame!
The Internet is rapidly becoming a utility, not a luxury. Connectivity is as important as electricity and water, and knowing that your apartment or townhouse has access to a solid internet setup can sometimes be the tiebreaker if you’re debating where to move. Comcast is continuing its quest to ensure that its subscribers have access to good internet connectivity now and in the future, and the latest step in that never-ending quest is its Connected Building solution. Comcast has all this linked to its Multifamily Xfinity Broadband Gateway, which admittedly sounds like a science fiction innovation but is actually just…
Great news today if you have Xfinity internet, disappointing news for anyone who doesn’t. Xfinity is boosting their internet speeds AND offering a deal with one year of Xfinity Mobile free if you have a qualifying internet plan!
TCL Mobile never fails to impress. They’re already up to the 60 series in mobile phones, have consistently impressed with their NXTPAPER tablets, and are working to connect the industrial side with RedCap 5G. Read on for even more exciting updates from TCL for 2025! TCL 60 Series Smartphones TCL has built up quite a robust lineup of phones, and the 60 series is getting even more depth with more features at different prices. The only downside is that many of these are for markets outside of North America, except for the TCL 60 XE NXTPAPER, which was announced back…
Lenovo never settles for just making good computers. The brand consistently builds on its impressive devices, pushing the limits with more power, AI, security, and versatility. In addition to some very attractive new updates on the ThinkPad and ThinkBook lines, Lenovo is showing off several proof of concept items at MWC, offering a tantalizing glimpse into what we might see in the future!
AI is creeping into every part of our tech lives in 2025, and Lenovo‘s latest lineup is making sure your laptop isn’t left behind. With AI-powered features, dazzling displays, and hardware built for work, play, and creativity, this refresh has something for everyone—whether you’re a digital artist, a multitasking student, or just tired of your laptop gasping for breath under pressure.
I love fitness and working out, but I haven’t set foot in a gym since 2020. Over the past few years, I’ve built a solid home gym with kettlebells, adjustable weights, and a rowing machine. But none of them have humbled me quite like the Rayofi Portable GYM Machine.
It’s never a bad time to assess your home security. Arlo agrees, and they’re running several sales across multiple retailers throughout the rest of February! This way, you’ll be upgraded, secure, and ready, whether for your next big vacation or just to ensure that Amazon delivery made it on time!