Apple’s latest smart‑home leaks reveal a new HomePod mini 2 in five colors, a four‑unit HomePod pairing with Apple TV 4K, and a refreshed Apple TV 4K design featuring ambient audio for screensavers. The leaks also show a new animated light on HomePods when paired with Siri AI. Meanwhile, Anker showcased its Edge 5.0 security system in NYC, comprising five cameras—including the S4 doorbell and Tracklight Cam S1—designed to process video locally and integrate with Apple Home via the Eufy base station. [...]

A leak from Apple code reveals five unannounced StandBy views for the upcoming iPhone Duo, scheduled for release on October 23. The new modes include single and grid camera feeds, custom smart‑home controls, and a responsive art display called Flow, with additional Fade and Snoopy faces hinted at. These features expand the device’s versatility beyond its dual displays, allowing StandBy use even when not charging and offering new personalization options. The leak was posted by the anonymous [...]

Airwheel’s flagship SE3SX smart riding‑cabin suitcase earned the 2026 iLuxury Award for Best Luxury Tech for Travel. The 20‑inch, AI‑powered carry‑on blends electric mobility, connected technology, and premium industrial design, allowing users to switch between riding and rolling modes. Airwheel positions the suitcase as an active travel companion that transports belongings, powers movement, and interfaces with digital devices. The award underscores a shift toward smart luggage that prioritizes functionality, personalization, and integrated mobility over traditional passive storage. [...]

Amazon’s month‑end sale drops the Apple M5 15‑inch MacBook Air to $1,399, a $100 discount from its standard $1,499 MSRP. The deal includes 16 GB of unified memory and 512 GB of storage. Other M5 models see reductions up to $150, such as the 13‑inch Air with 1 TB storage priced at $1,449. The sale also offers lower‑spec variants, providing options for buyers seeking different screen sizes and storage capacities.

Meta’s Muse AI agent reportedly negotiated a Facebook Marketplace sale for a Logitech MX Keys Mini, agreeing to a low price and arranging a pickup. Screenshots from verified Threads user Matt J. Robb show the AI sharing the seller’s address with the buyer, who arrived at the building between 8‑10 p.m. The assistant later sent an automated “I’m here” reply and a post‑pickup apology, despite the seller’s unavailability. Robb instructed Muse not to schedule pickups without explicit approval, [...]

QUORRA unveiled its first mass‑produced micro‑mobility robot, the X5, at the REHACARE International trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany, from 23‑26 September 2026. The robot features five LiDAR sensors, front‑ and rear‑facing cameras, and fused LiDAR‑vision perception that enables real‑time, 360‑degree obstacle detection and autonomous navigation. It offers Smart Cruise mode, a 5‑inch status display, over‑the‑air updates, and an autonomous return‑to‑charge function on the high‑end variant. The X5 won Red Dot and IDEA awards and carries CE and UKCA certifications. [...]

Argos has announced a promotion allowing customers to purchase a Nintendo Switch 2 game for £20, provided they also buy the handheld console. The offer is part of a broader strategy to boost sales of the new Switch model, which launched earlier this year. The discount applies to select titles and is available both online and in physical stores. The promotion is expected to drive early adoption of the Switch 2 and increase its market share against

Apple is preparing a new MacBook Pro redesign, likely titled MacBook Ultra, slated for an October launch. Rumors indicate three major updates: an OLED display replacing the current LCD, a touch‑screen capability integrated with macOS 27, and a shift from the existing notch to a hole‑punch camera cutout that will support Dynamic Island. The OLED panel promises deeper blacks and better battery efficiency, while touch input will complement traditional trackpad and keyboard use. The design changes aim [...]