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Every January, a little show called CES gives a preview of the technology coming in the year and beyond. CES 2024 took Las Vegas by storm again this month, attracting thousands of exhibitors and more than 100,000 visitors. But we’re not here for the stats: We want gadgets, goodies, world-changing AI smarts, and, of course, flying cars. Here are 10 technologies we’ve seen that feel more futuristic and advanced than the rest. 10 Future Gadgets That Are Already Here1Withings BMO Withings is good at making eye-catching health gadgets, and the Beamo is a “4-in-1” health-checking device that features an ECG,…

In this week's issue: Interracial persecution in Michigan in the 1960s The cruelty that occurs in the chickens we eat How photo shuffle saved one man from loss I go through life without knowing that I am neurodivergent. The profound technique of forging handmade knives Zach Stanton Politico Magazine | December 22, 2023 | 17,959 words The starting point for this mammoth feature by Zach Stanton is a little-known incident from the summer of 1967. A white mob tried their best to drive an interracial couple, Calad and Ruby Bailey, out of the suburban Michigan neighborhood where they lived. I…

CES 2024 in Las Vegas has already revealed some amazing new gadgetsFrom flying cars to automated AI assistants, uncovering the future of technology If you’ve ever watched 80s science fiction movies, you know that predicting the future of technology is no easy task. But at CES 2024, some amazing gadgets will give you a glimpse of your future life.And from transparent televisions and flying cars to form-fitting gym leggings, that future looks more sci-fi than ever. Considering ChatGPT has exploded into our lives over the past year, it’s no surprise that we saw quite a few nifty AI devices at…

Visitors experiment with the Holobox hologram box at CES Las Vegas, January 11, 2024 (Julie JAMMOT)Technology is often designed to ease everyday tasks, and brushing your teeth and using the toilet are no exception.Here are some highlights from the array of gadgets on display at the Consumer Electronics Show that aim to make your everyday life more efficient.～Ultrasonic toothbrush～“Is it a toothbrush for lazy people?” asks a visitor to the Y-Brush stand.A French company has designed a “Y”-shaped electric brush that you insert into your mouth and get the whole job done in 20 seconds instead of two minutes.The company’s…

We all knew going into CES 2024 that AI was going to be a huge theme, but artificial intelligence was so prevalent at this year’s show it became dizzying. It seemed that every single product had AI inside, from AI bird feeders and snore tracking pillows to TVs and even NPCs within games.So which gadgets actually lived up to the hype? Tom’s Guide’s editors met with dozens of companies and went hands on with lots of new products to bring you our Best of CES 2024 list. LG’s transparent OLED was all the buzz for its stunning design, and our…

If you’ve ever watched 80s science fiction movies, you know that predicting the future of technology is no easy task. But at CES 2024, some amazing gadgets will give you a glimpse of your future life.And from transparent televisions and flying cars to form-fitting gym leggings, that future looks more sci-fi than ever. Considering ChatGPT has exploded into our lives over the past year, it’s no surprise that we saw quite a few nifty AI devices at CES. So whether you’re looking for a robot butler or an AI personal trainer, there’s a good chance there’s a gadget coming soon…

Before longtime contributor Pravesh Bhardwaj works on his writing projects, he seeks inspiration by reading and sharing short stories that are freely available on the web. In 2023, he posted 256 stories to X, tagged with #Longreads, from “The Big Quit“by David Means at Harper’s Magazine to “Bitch Baby” by Helle Hill at Oxford American. Of that 256, here are the 10 he loved most. Andre Dubus III’s immersive novella is about a couple that lives separately in the densely forested acreage they co-own. Through the screened windows of her bedroom she can hear them, hundreds, maybe thousands of them munching on…

It’s barely two weeks into the new year, but the flood of new gadgets for 2024 has already started. Thanks to CES, we’ve seen a ton of innovative tech launch into the marketplace. While many products announced at CES won’t be available till later this year, a fair number are already for sale. Check out this curated selection of devices available for purchase or preorder. (The preorder items listed here should ship within just a month or two.)More CES 2024 CoverageIf you miss having a physical keyboard on your smartphone, the Clicks case might be the solution for you. Photograph:…

We’re deep into CES 2024 now, and the TechRadar team has been prowling the halls looking for all the very best consumer tech at the show, and trying out as much of it as we can until security gets hardcore with us about the show closing for the day.Once we’d seen as much as we could, we got everyone together to discuss the absolute best gadgets of CES 2024, ranging from new products that are being released imminently, to fantastic (but very real) prototypes that show a vision of the future that gets us excited about tech all over again.Obviously,…

To ensure our recommendations are top-notch, we’ve personally reviewed many of the items on this list. Our team has spent hands-on time with robots, drones, chargers, phones and more. So you can trust that our suggestions are based on real experiences and expert insights.If you’re looking for more present ideas, why not head over to our new LEGO sets guide? Or check out our expert coverage of the best Xbox Series X deals and the best PS5 deals. Best tech gifts at a glance:Best last-minute tech gift: Disney Plus Premium Subscription, £109.90Best gift for a tech lover: Google Pixel 8,…