Today: 23 April 2026
Subscribe
Browse Category

NASDAQ:GOOGL 31 August 2025 - 3 September 2025

Google Smart Home Ecosystem 2025: New AI Upgrades, Nest Devices and Everything You Need to Know

Google’s Gemini-Powered Nest Cams and Smart Speaker Leak – 2K HDR, AI Summaries & a Big Smart Home Upgrade

Google will launch four new Nest devices, including a 3rd-gen indoor cam, 2nd-gen outdoor cam, 3rd-gen wired doorbell, and a Gemini-powered smart speaker. The cameras upgrade to 2K HDR video, offer AI-powered alerts, and introduce “Daily Summaries” video recaps. The new speaker features 360-degree sound and advanced voice controls. Google is also rebranding its Nest Aware subscription.
3 September 2025
··
Nest Wifi Pro vs The Mesh Wi-Fi Competition (2025 Showdown) 🚀

Nest Wifi Pro vs The Mesh Wi-Fi Competition (2025 Showdown) 🚀

Google’s Nest Wifi Pro, launched in October 2022, is a tri-band Wi-Fi 6E mesh router offering up to 5.4 Gbps combined speeds and 2,200 sq ft coverage per unit. It includes Matter and Thread support, two 1 Gbps Ethernet ports per node, and requires all nodes to be Nest Wifi Pro. Firmware updates in 2025 improved stability and smart home coverage. The system does not support multi-gig internet plans.
3 September 2025
···
Google Pixel Tablet in 2025: Does Google’s Dockable Slate Live Up to the Hype?

Google Pixel Tablet in 2025: Does Google’s Dockable Slate Live Up to the Hype?

Google’s Pixel Tablet, launched in June 2023, features a 10.95-inch LCD, Tensor G2 chip, 8GB RAM, and is bundled with a magnetic Charging Speaker Dock for $499. The device offers up to 12 hours of video playback, supports USI 2.0 stylus pens, and runs stock Android with five years of updates. Google introduced a tablet-only version for $399 in 2024. Reviewers cite its good display and audio but criticize the 60Hz refresh rate.
3 September 2025
·
Pixel Buds 2a vs Pixel Buds Pro 2: Google’s Budget ANC Earbuds Take on the Flagship

Pixel Buds 2a vs Pixel Buds Pro 2: Google’s Budget ANC Earbuds Take on the Flagship

Pixel Buds 2a launch Oct. 9, 2025, at $129; Pixel Buds Pro 2 released Sept. 2024 for $229. Both offer active noise cancellation and transparency mode, with Pro 2’s ANC twice as strong as the original Pro and 2a’s about 1.5× stronger. Pro 2 earbuds are 27% smaller and lighter than first-gen, while 2a are Google’s most compact yet. Each uses a custom 11mm driver and supports spatial audio.
3 September 2025
·
Google’s New 4K TV Streamer Reinvents the Chromecast – Is It the Ultimate Streaming Device?

Google’s New 4K TV Streamer Reinvents the Chromecast – Is It the Ultimate Streaming Device?

Google’s new Google TV Streamer 4K launches Sept. 24 at $99.99, doubling RAM and quadrupling storage over the previous Chromecast 4K. The set-top box supports 4K@60Hz with Dolby Vision and Atmos, includes built-in Ethernet, and features a redesigned voice remote with locator. It runs Android TV 13 with Gemini AI-powered recommendations and acts as a Matter smart home hub with Thread support.
3 September 2025
·
AI Stocks’ Wild Start to September: Mega-Rallies, Billion-Dollar Deals & Hype Under Fire

AI Stocks’ Wild Start to September: Mega-Rallies, Billion-Dollar Deals & Hype Under Fire

Nvidia fell 3.5% Tuesday, its sharpest drop in four months, as AI stocks led a tech sell-off and the Nasdaq and S&P 500 declined. Microsoft secured a $6 billion AI and cloud deal with the U.S. government, offering free Copilot access to federal users. Alibaba’s Hong Kong shares jumped 19% after strong AI revenue growth. Washington tightened chip export rules, affecting TSMC, Samsung, and SK Hynix.
3 September 2025
············
Tech Turbulence: Big Antitrust Wins, Spy Satellites & Cyber Scares – Sept 2–3, 2025 Roundup

Tech Turbulence: Big Antitrust Wins, Spy Satellites & Cyber Scares – Sept 2–3, 2025 Roundup

A U.S. judge ruled Google will not have to sell Chrome or halt payments to Apple but must share search data with rivals. Washington revoked TSMC’s special export license for its China plant, tightening chip restrictions. Israel launched the “Ofek 19” spy satellite. TransUnion reported a hack exposing data of over 4 million consumers.
3 September 2025
··········
AI Revolution Roundup: GPT-5, Billion-Dollar Bets, and Big Tech Showdowns – Top Stories (Sept 2–3, 2025)

AI Revolution Roundup: GPT-5, Billion-Dollar Bets, and Big Tech Showdowns – Top Stories (Sept 2–3, 2025)

Google Translate launched live voice translation and an AI language tutor mode, while Amazon debuted Lens Live, turning phone cameras into shopping assistants. Microsoft introduced its own AI foundation models, signaling a shift away from reliance on OpenAI. OpenAI announced a $50 million fund for nonprofits and plans for a 1-gigawatt AI data center in India. China’s new law now requires all AI-generated content to carry labels and watermarks.
3 September 2025
·····
Fitbit Charge 6 vs Garmin Venu Sq 2 vs Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro: Ultimate Fitness Tracker Showdown 2025

Fitbit Charge 6 vs Garmin Venu Sq 2 vs Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro: Ultimate Fitness Tracker Showdown 2025

Fitbit Charge 6 adds ECG, EDA sensor, and Google apps in a slim, water-resistant band, launching at $159. Garmin Venu Sq 2 features a 1.4″ AMOLED display, 11-day battery, and two physical buttons, priced at $249. Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro offers a 1.74″ screen and built-in GPS for around $79, with up to 14 days battery life. All three devices are lightweight and swim-friendly.
2 September 2025
···
Tech Turmoil: Outages, Spyware Scares & Billion‑Dollar Deals – Non‑AI Tech News (Sept 1–2, 2025)

Tech Turmoil: Outages, Spyware Scares & Billion‑Dollar Deals – Non‑AI Tech News (Sept 1–2, 2025)

A Verizon wireless outage over Labor Day weekend left tens of thousands unable to call or text, with phones stuck in “SOS only” mode. Meta patched a WhatsApp flaw allowing zero-click spyware on iPhones and Macs, affecting fewer than 200 users. A whistleblower claims a U.S. agency uploaded the Social Security database of 300 million Americans to an unsecured cloud server. FTC Chairman Ferguson warned Google over alleged Gmail spam filter bias.
2 September 2025
······
2025 Streaming Wars: The Best Video, Music & Gaming Platforms Revealed

2025 Streaming Wars: The Best Video, Music & Gaming Platforms Revealed

Netflix leads video streaming with over 312 million subscribers as of mid-2025, while Spotify tops music streaming with 276 million paying users. Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus dominate gaming subscriptions, with Game Pass projected to generate $5.5 billion in 2025. Ad-supported tiers have become standard across major platforms. Subscription prices have risen sharply, with Netflix’s standard plan at $17.99 and Spotify at $10.99 per month in the US.
1 September 2025
···········
OnePlus 15 Leaks Promise a Game-Changer: 165Hz Screen, 7,000mAh Battery, and a Bold New Direction

OnePlus 15 Leaks Promise a Game-Changer: 165Hz Screen, 7,000mAh Battery, and a Bold New Direction

OnePlus 15 is expected to launch with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 “Elite 2” chip, up to 24GB RAM, and a 7,000mAh battery, surpassing rivals in storage and battery size, according to leaks. The phone may feature a 6.8-inch OLED display at 165Hz, a triple 50MP rear camera with possible periscope zoom, and a square camera module. OnePlus is reportedly dropping its alert slider in favor of a new action button.
1 September 2025
·····
Labor Day 2025 Tech Blowout: Record-Low Gadget Prices and Can’t-Miss Deals

Labor Day 2025 Tech Blowout: Record-Low Gadget Prices and Can’t-Miss Deals

Major U.S. retailers including Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and Target are offering steep Labor Day discounts on electronics through September 1, 2025. Apple’s MacBook Air with M4 chip dropped to $799, and AirPods 4th-gen fell 30% to $90. TV deals include Samsung’s Frame series and a 65" Roku 4K TV for $498 at Walmart. Flagship smartphones and headphones are also seeing record-low prices.
1 September 2025
········
Apple Watch Leaks, Swiss Marvels & Tech Surprises – Global Watch News (Aug 31–Sep 1, 2025)

Apple Watch Leaks, Swiss Marvels & Tech Surprises – Global Watch News (Aug 31–Sep 1, 2025)

Apple will launch the Apple Watch Series 11 and iPhone 17 on Sept. 9, 2025, with expected new health and AI features. Samsung’s smartwatch shipments fell 18% in Q1 2025, dropping to fourth place, as Chinese brands Huawei and Xiaomi surged, making China the largest smartwatch market. Google’s Fitbit and Garmin announced new AI and software upgrades. Swiss luxury brands released new ultra-thin and high-precision mechanical watches.
1 September 2025
·····
AI’s Weekend Whirlwind: Global Crackdowns, Tech Giants’ Bold Moves & Market Shocks

AI’s Weekend Whirlwind: Global Crackdowns, Tech Giants’ Bold Moves & Market Shocks

China’s mandatory AI content labeling rules take effect Sept. 1, while the U.S. revoked chip export waivers to China, hitting Samsung and SK Hynix shares. EU officials rejected calls to delay the AI Act. OpenAI is planning a massive India data center; Alibaba’s new AI chip fueled a 26% cloud revenue jump. Meta faces scrutiny after its chatbots impersonated celebrities without consent, prompting new guardrails and U.S. investigations.
1 September 2025
·········
Google Smart Home Ecosystem 2025: New AI Upgrades, Nest Devices and Everything You Need to Know

Google Smart Home Ecosystem 2025: New AI Upgrades, Nest Devices and Everything You Need to Know

Google accidentally leaked a new Nest smart speaker with Gemini AI and a glowing LED ring, expected by early 2026. In 2024, Google launched the 4th-gen Nest Learning Thermostat with a larger curved display and Soli radar. The $99 Google TV Streamer debuted as a Chromecast successor and smart home hub. Nest Aware subscription prices rose about 25% in August 2025 as Google added AI-powered camera event captions.
31 August 2025
··
AI vs. IT Pros: Why the Robots Haven’t Taken Over Tech Jobs (Yet)

AI vs. IT Pros: Why the Robots Haven’t Taken Over Tech Jobs (Yet)

Seventy-six percent of developers are using or plan to use AI coding tools, but studies show about 80% of programming still needs human input. AI handles routine IT tasks like password resets, while people manage complex troubleshooting and strategy. Only 12% of cybersecurity professionals think AI could fully automate their jobs. Gartner predicts AI will create more tech jobs than it eliminates by 2025.
31 August 2025
····
Sylvox Cinema Pro Outdoor TV: The 5,000‑Nit Beast That Outshines the Sun? (2025 Review & Comparison)

Sylvox Cinema Pro Outdoor TV: The 5,000‑Nit Beast That Outshines the Sun? (2025 Review & Comparison)

Sylvox’s Cinema Pro outdoor TVs feature Helio QLED mini-LED panels reaching 3,500–5,000 nits peak brightness for visibility in direct sunlight. The IP55-rated metal chassis withstands rain, dust, and temperatures from -22°F to 122°F. Models range from 65″ ($5,499) to 110″ ($59,999). Reviewers cite unmatched brightness but note high prices and less refined design compared to Samsung’s Terrace.
31 August 2025
····
Apple’s Next-Gen Watch Leaks, Swiss Horology Marvels & More – Global Watch Roundup (Aug 30–31, 2025)

Apple’s Next-Gen Watch Leaks, Swiss Horology Marvels & More – Global Watch Roundup (Aug 30–31, 2025)

Apple will unveil the Apple Watch Series 11 and iPhone 17 on September 9, 2025, with expected new health sensors and possibly a built-in camera. Samsung smartwatch shipments fell 18% in Q1 2025, dropping to fourth place, as Chinese brands Huawei and Xiaomi surged 53% each. Huawei will launch its Watch GT 6 in Paris on September 19. Fitbit and Garmin announced major AI and software updates for their fitness watches.
31 August 2025
·····
Tech Shockwaves: Fusion Funding, Space Triumphs & More (Aug 30–31, 2025)

Tech Shockwaves: Fusion Funding, Space Triumphs & More (Aug 30–31, 2025)

Google launched the Pixel 10 series in New York, keeping prices at $799 and focusing on new AI features. TikTok suspended its LIVE streaming in Indonesia after violent protests in Jakarta. The U.S. revoked export waivers for Samsung and SK Hynix, tightening chip equipment sales to China. SpaceX’s Starship completed its first intact re-entry and splashdown in a test flight over the Indian Ocean.
31 August 2025
·····
1 … 28 29 30 31 32 … 47

Stock Market Today

  • Dow Inc. Posts Smaller Q1 Loss, Beats Revenue Expectations
    April 23, 2026, 8:54 AM EDT. Dow Inc. reported a first-quarter loss of $0.14 per share, better than the expected loss of $0.39, marking a 64% positive earnings surprise. Adjusted for one-time items, the results showed improvement from a year-ago profit of $0.02 per share. Revenue came in at $9.79 billion, exceeding estimates by 3.1% but down from $10.43 billion the previous year. The company has beaten earnings estimates in three of the last four quarters. Despite solid fiscal performance boosting shares 66% year-to-date, Dow's stock holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), signaling an expected performance aligned with the market moving forward. Revenue and EPS estimates for the next quarter remain cautious amid a subdued industry outlook, with the Chemical - Diversified sector ranked in the bottom 15% of Zacks industries.

Latest article

Mortgage Rates Fall Again, Homebuyers Return — but Bay Area Prices Stay Above $2 Million

Mortgage Rates Fall Again, Homebuyers Return — but Bay Area Prices Stay Above $2 Million

23 April 2026
U.S. mortgage rates fell again this week, with the average 30-year fixed rate dropping to 6.30%, according to Freddie Mac. Mortgage applications rose 7.9% for the week ending April 17, and purchase applications jumped 10%. Pending home sales increased 1.5% in March. Median home prices in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara counties stayed above $2 million despite the rate drop.
Xfinity Mobile Launches New $30 and $45 Plans, Adds Device Protection to Top Tier as Comcast Hits Record Wireless Growth

Xfinity Mobile Launches New $30 and $45 Plans, Adds Device Protection to Top Tier as Comcast Hits Record Wireless Growth

23 April 2026
Comcast launched two new Xfinity Mobile plans with flat per-line pricing, ending multiline discounts and adding device protection to the top tier. Mobile Plus costs $45 per line monthly, Mobile Select $30. The move follows record wireless growth, with 435,000 new lines last quarter, while broadband losses continued. Comcast shares rose nearly 8% after beating Wall Street estimates.
Bitcoin Near $78,000 Is Rewiring Online Casinos in 2026 as $2 Deposits Become the New Battleground

Bitcoin Near $78,000 Is Rewiring Online Casinos in 2026 as $2 Deposits Become the New Battleground

23 April 2026
Crypto Adventure on April 23 ranked Rakebit highest for small deposits among crypto casinos as Bitcoin traded near $77,793. Britain’s remote gaming duty rose to 40% this month, raising costs for mainstream bookmakers. Rakebit’s minimum deposit is about $2 in crypto, while Rainbet and Coins.Game set higher thresholds. New York’s attorney general sued Coinbase and Gemini this week, signaling increased regulatory scrutiny.
Go toTop