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If you have ever wished your handbag could change outfits as often as you do, CES 2026 has something that feels tailor-made for that exact problem. The Infinity handbag from French brand Peuty looks like a high-end leather purse at first glance, but hidden in plain sight is a high-resolution OLED screen that allows the bag to reinvent itself on demand. With just one tap, it can transition from understated black to a bold pattern or even a personal image, transforming a fashion accessory into something more expressive. A luxury bag that can reinvent itself The bag is made from…

Robots are getting better at seeing, hearing, and moving, but touch has always been the missing piece. At CES 2026, Ensuring Technology showcased a new kind of artificial skin that could finally give robots something close to human-like sensitivity, helping them feel the world instead of just bumping into it. The company’s latest tactile sensing tech is designed to help robots understand pressure, texture, and contact in ways that go beyond simple touch sensors. At the center of the announcement are two products called Tacta and HexSkin, both aimed at solving a long-standing problem in robotics. Humans rely heavily on…

Microsoft is rolling out a new, faster, and more efficient way to add hyperlinks in Word. Instead of selecting text, opening the Insert Link dialog, and inserting a URL, users can now select text and paste a link directly over it; Word automatically converts it into a hyperlink. Whether you’re using the software on a Windows PC/laptop or a MacBook, all you have to do is copy the concerned link, highlight a word or phrase, and press Ctrl + V or Cmd + V, and Word takes care of the rest. Adding hyperlinks in Word just got a lot faster…

One of the most interesting updates in the solar energy space comes from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (via EES Solar), where researchers have developed 3D-printed, semi-transparent, flexible perovskite solar cells with adjustable color and transparency. Traditionally, solar panels are either blue, dark gray, or black, depending on the type of panel and the materials used to make them. While that uniform look works well on rooftops where nobody really sees them, visible solar installations often fail to complement architecture or design. This issue affects urban residents not just in the United States, but across the globe. Solar cells, by…

If you want noise-canceling earbuds but you don’t want to spend “flagship earbud” money, this is one of the better price drops you’ll see. The Nothing Ear (a) wireless earbuds are down to $59.00 (was $109.00), saving you $50 at 46% off. At this price, they’re a great option for commuting, workouts, and everyday listening, especially if you like the Nothing design vibe and you want more control over sound than basic budget buds usually offer. What you’re getting Nothing Ear (a) includes hybrid noise canceling up to 45dB, plus Hi-Res Audio support and an advanced equalizer for tuning the…

The Chinese Tesla rival, XPeng Motors, has unveiled the G7 EREV in its home market. Unlike regular EVs, this is a range-extended electric SUV. What’s interesting is that the vehicle now claims the longest driving distance of any SUV in the world. The secret lies in the extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) powertrain, which blends a 58.8 kWh battery pack (that provides an all-electric range of up to 249 miles) with a 1.5-liter four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine (which acts as the generator, paired with a 60-liter fuel tank). Along with the electric battery, the car uses an 800-volt electrical architecture with…

Dubai, UAE – 9 January 2025: Ardee, the innovative UAE-based real estate developer shaping the future of modern coastal living, has officially broken ground on the AED 2 billion Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island & Fairmont Al Marjan Island Hotel. The on-site groundbreaking ceremony marks the start of construction on one of Ras Al Khaimah’s most significant and anticipated waterfront developments signalling the beginning of a flagship project set to redefine contemporary waterfront living on Al Marjan Island. Following the successful completion of enabling works, piling has now commenced, marking the project’s first major construction milestone. With full site mobilisation underway,…

Imagine biting into a lollipop and suddenly hearing music inside your head. One of the strangest and most oddly delightful gadgets to pop up at CES 2026 is the Lollipop Star, a real, edible lollipop that also works as a speaker. Yes, it plays music while you eat it. Created by Lava Brands, the Lollipop Star is exactly what it sounds like: a sugary treat with bone-conduction tech baked right in, turning snack time into a tiny personal concert. How Lollipop Star turns your jaw into a speaker The magic happens through bone conduction as the Lollipop Star sends vibrations…

Power supplies aren’t the exciting part of a PC build, but they’re the part that can make or break everything else. If you’re upgrading a GPU, planning a new build, or you just want to stop worrying about power headroom, the Corsair RMX Series RM1000x is down to $169.99 (was $209.99), saving you $40. This is the kind of deal that’s worth grabbing because a good PSU tends to follow you through multiple builds. What you’re getting This is a 1000W, fully modular ATX power supply with a Cybenetics Gold efficiency rating. The “fully modular” part is the day-to-day quality-of-life…

A good portable speaker is the one you can throw in a bag without thinking about it: pool days, beach trips, backyard hangs, even just moving room to room at home. The Klipsch Nashville portable Bluetooth speaker is down to $82.40 (was $159.00), saving you $76.60 at 48% off. For a premium-brand portable speaker, this is the kind of discount that makes it feel like a no-regrets upgrade instead of a splurge. What you’re getting This speaker is built around 360-degree audio using 2.25-inch full-range drivers, which is a fancy way of saying it’s designed to sound more even around…