Amazon's Zoox just opened its purpose-built robotaxi rides to the general public along the Las Vegas Strip. The toaster-shaped vehicles have no steering wheel or pedals, top out at 45 mph, and are currently free between a few select resort stops while regulatory permits are pending.
Apple just unveiled the Apple Watch Ultra 3, adding built-in two-way satellite messaging, a larger LTPO3 display, and up to 42 hours of battery life. Alongside machine-learning-driven hypertension risk alerts, it debuts Workout Buddy, an Apple Intelligence feature that delivers real-time spoken coaching tailored to your pace and heart rate. Why it matters: It deepens Apple's blend of outdoor survival and proactive health, though the AI coach requires a compatible iPhone.
Apple just introduced Apple Watch SE 3, bringing an Always-On display, fast charging, and the S10 chip to its entry smartwatch. It also adds Workout Buddy powered by Apple Intelligence to deliver spoken motivation during workouts when paired with a supported iPhone. The upgrade substantially closes the gap between Apple's budget line and its flagship wearables.
Apple just announced AirPods Pro 3, packing twice the active noise cancellation alongside new health and AI features. Powered by Apple Intelligence, the earbuds introduce hands-free Live Translation for face-to-face chats and an on-device AI Workout Buddy.
Lamborghini just revealed plans for an AI-powered driving system fed by a baseball-sized "6D sensor" that tracks six degrees of vehicle motion. The machine-learning algorithm dynamically adjusts torque, tightens safety nets if you mess up, and can even intervene via steer-by-wire to correct bad cornering. Lamborghini says future versions could even adapt controls to your mood.
Rabbit just rolled out rabbitOS 2 for its r1 pocket companion, overhauling the UI with a swipeable card layout. The headline feature is creations, letting users build tools and mini-games in minutes simply by describing them out loud. It also brings offline meeting summaries and on-device image generation via the intern agent.
Rokid just raised over $1M in pre-orders in under 72 hours for its new Rokid Glasses, challenging Meta's Ray-Ban monopoly. Despite weighing just 49g, the frames pack a built-in heads-up display, native ChatGPT support, and 89-language live translation. Why it matters: It shows a growing appetite for smart glasses that offer actual visual interfaces without ballooning into bulky headsets.
Timekettle just launched the W4 AI Interpreter Earbuds, a $349 wireless pair designed for easy sharing. They combine standard mics with bone-conduction sensors to accurately pick up whispers and cut through noisy rooms. Powered by Babel OS 2.0 and LLMs, they handle 42 languages and 95 accents with up to 98 percent accuracy.
Anker just launched Soundcore Work, a wearable AI voice recorder roughly the size of a quarter. The $159 clip-on gadget packs an 8-hour battery, transcribes over 100 languages with speaker separation, and uses GPT-4.1 to summarize meetings in one click.
Alef just signed agreements with two Silicon Valley airports to begin test operations for its vertical-takeoff flying car. The all-electric vehicle promises 200 miles of driving and 110 miles of flight, supported by AI-driven safety systems. Integrating with existing airport traffic marks a critical real-world test for street-to-sky travel.
Ming-Chi Kuo revealed that Meta's Hypernova AI glasses are expected to enter mass production in 3Q25, with shipments projected at just 150,000 to 200,000 units over two years. The $800 device leans on AI as its core selling point, but hardware hurdles and an early AR ecosystem make it more of an experimental hedge against Apple.
Nvidia just made its Jetson Thor robotics computing platform generally available. It delivers 7.5x the AI compute and double the memory of the previous Orin chip, letting physical AI agents run generative reasoning models directly on edge devices. Boston Dynamics and Agility Robotics are already putting it inside Atlas and Digit, with developer kits starting at $3,499.
SkyeChip just unveiled the MARS1000, Malaysia’s first homegrown edge AI processor. While it does not match NVIDIA's raw horsepower, it marks a major step for the nation's hardware ambitions. Backed by a national AI office and tightening export rules amid U.S.-China tensions, Malaysia is pushing to become a serious player in the silicon supply chain.
Researchers at the University of Surrey just developed PEnG, an AI navigation system that bypasses GPS satellites entirely. By pairing satellite maps with feeds from a simple monocular camera, it slashed urban positioning errors from 734 meters down to just 22 meters. Why it matters: it offers a reliable, low-cost fix for autonomous cars and delivery robots navigating tunnels and high-rise concrete jungles.
Google just introduced an AI-powered personal health coach for Fitbit, built on Gemini. It acts as a fitness trainer, sleep guide, and wellness advisor that adapts daily workout routines based on real-time body metrics and poor sleep. A preview rolls out to U.S. Fitbit Premium subscribers in October.
Google just unveiled the Pixel Watch 4, letting users summon Gemini simply by raising their wrists. The smartwatch also debuts an upcoming Gemini-powered personal health coach, standalone satellite messaging, and a 25% battery boost. It brings contextual on-device intelligence directly into daily wearable fitness.
Google just launched the Pixel Buds 2a, bringing premium features to its budget audio lineup for $129. Powered by the Tensor A1 chip, the earbuds add active noise cancellation and hands-free Gemini access, letting you query AI or summarize messages without touching your phone.
Google just revealed nine new AI features for the Pixel 10 lineup, powered by the DeepMind-designed Tensor G5 chip and Gemini Nano. Standouts include Magic Cue for proactive cross-app suggestions, real-time voice-cloned call translation, and smart call handling. The push leans heavily into private, on-device intelligence that acts before you even ask.
Eight Sleep just secured $100M in new funding to turn its smart beds into proactive health devices. The company is developing a "Sleep Agent" powered by LLMs that simulates thousands of biometric digital twins per sleeper, automatically adjusting bed temperatures and angles in real time to optimize nightly recovery.
Meta is reportedly preparing to reveal its new Hypernova smart glasses in September, lowering the starting price from $1,000 to $800. The device features a screen on one lens for apps and alerts, paired with wrist controls and a voice AI query tool. It marks Meta's clearest attempt yet at creating hardware that could eventually challenge the smartphone.
