Congress cautions that China may monitor US military activities domestically using smart devices connected to the CCP.
Lawmakers Raise Alarm Over Chinese Products in U.S. Military Exchanges In Washington, a group of lawmakers is expressing serious concerns about networking and smart home devices linked to the Chinese Communist Party that are being sold at military exchanges for the Army, Air Force, and Navy. Twenty-three members of Congress are urging the Trump administration […]
Smart TV microphones still listen when voice commands are disabled
How to Disable Your Smart TV’s Microphone for Better Privacy Many people might not know that smart TVs are equipped with microphones that can pick up sounds even when voice commands are disabled. While these small microphones are great for searching and using voice assistants, they also raise privacy concerns. If this worries you, rest […]
Large Internet Disruption at Amazon Caused ‘Smart Bed’ Owners to Deal with Overheating Mattresses
AWS Outage Disrupts Eight Sleep Smart Beds On October 20, a significant outage at Amazon Web Services (AWS) led to unexpected problems for owners of Eight Sleep’s premium “Pod” smart beds. Many users faced issues like overheating mattresses or beds that became completely unresponsive. This incident raises questions about the reliability of connecting home devices […]
Customers upset after ‘smart beds’ get too hot during AWS outage
Amazon Web Services Outage Affects Smart Bed Users A recent late-night outage of Amazon Web Services (AWS) has disrupted the sleep of users relying on subscription-based bed services. The issue was reported around 3 a.m. ET on Monday, stemming from an operational glitch at one of Amazon’s centers in Northern Virginia and affecting fourteen different […]
Rap mogul criticizes liberal host for saying Trump is a ‘con artist’: ‘You’re just not that smart’
Damon Dash Defends Trump on Radio Show Amid Bankruptcy Claims This week, record executive Damon Dash made headlines during a radio appearance where he defended President Trump against what he called “silly” and “damn” remarks. Dash, who co-founded Roc-A-Fella Records with Jay-Z, stands as a prominent figure in the music industry, especially known for helping […]
Army increases AI implementation using smart glasses for soldier training
The Army is broadening its use of artificial intelligence beyond just drones. Officials are now saying that counter-drone operations have become a top priority, often referred to as “problem 1A”. This includes the utilization of smart glasses for maintenance tasks, enabling soldiers to efficiently train field mechanics and execute repairs on infantry vehicles. Army Secretary […]
Mark Zuckerberg experiences Wi-Fi issue while showcasing Meta’s new $800 smart glasses
Mark Zuckerberg’s Live Demo of New Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg introduced the company’s latest Ray-Ban Smart Glasses during a live event on Wednesday. At Meta Connect 2025, Zuckerberg’s presentation experienced multiple setbacks, which led him to attribute the mishaps to “bad Wi-Fi.” The audience, amused, couldn’t help but laugh at the blunders. […]
Smart dog named Oakley helps Illinois officer find his leash during rescue from a burning house: bodycam footage
Dramatic body camera footage shows a rescue attempt by an Illinois State Police officer during a serious house fire. Just before 1 PM on September 11th, the first responder arrived to find someone trapped inside as flames billowed from the back of the home, according to the Aurora Police Department. In the released video, Officer […]
Get 29% off RENPHO’s smart scale ahead of Prime Day.
Get Ready for Prime Day Deals Even though January feels far off, it’s never too early to set your goals. With Prime Day set for October 7th and 8th, now is a great moment to start your health and wellness journey. There’s an opportunity to grab a high-quality health tool at a reduced price before […]
Omar describes Mace as not ‘well or smart’ for claiming ‘Somalia can take you back’
Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) recently found herself in a tense exchange with Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.), who proposed that Omar should be sent back to Somalia, suggesting that South Carolina lawmakers were “good and smart.” Mace shared an interview clip where she criticized Omar’s comments and seemed to further her agenda to remove Omar from […]