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Jan 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's S26 Ultra: A Step Back in Design?

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra is making waves, but not for the reasons you might think. The latest leaks suggest that Samsung is ditching the unique vinyl record-style camera rings from the Galaxy S25 series. Instead, they are going back to a more traditional design, similar to the Galaxy S24

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Jan 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

A New Way to Unlock Your Door: Hands-Free with Apple's Home Key

Aqara has introduced a new smart lock, the U400, at CES. This lock is special because it works with Apple's Home Key feature. It uses a tiny chip called UWB in iPhones and Apple Watches to unlock the door automatically as you approach. No need to take out your phone or use a code. The U400 is not t

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Jan 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Locks Get a High-Tech Upgrade: Aqara's U400

Aqara just launched a new smart lock, the U400, at CES 2026. It's packed with cool features, like UWB technology. This tech lets you unlock your door without even taking your phone out of your pocket. It's like magic, but with science! The U400 uses UWB chips in iPhones to unlock the door as you ap

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Jan 06 2026LIFESTYLE

J. Crew Teams Up with U. S. Ski & Snowboard for a Fresh Collection

J. Crew and U. S. Ski & Snowboard have teamed up to create a collection that combines style and function. This is not just a random partnership. It makes sense. J. Crew is known for its cozy knitwear. U. S. Ski & Snowboard is all about technical gear for winter sports. Together, they have created a

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

G7 Talks: Rare Earths Take Center Stage

In a significant move, finance ministers from the G7 countries are set to gather in Washington on January 12. Their agenda? Rare earths and other critical minerals. This meeting comes at a time when these nations, except Japan, are heavily dependent on China for a wide range of materials. Rare eart

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Jan 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Portland Takes a Stand: New Fee for Big Venues to Boost Local Arts

Portland has just made a big move to support local arts. The City Council voted to make large entertainment venues chip in a small portion of their ticket sales. This money will go into a special fund to help out local artists and small venues. The new rule applies to places that can hold over 2, 0

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Jan 06 2026SCIENCE

Smart Tech Predicts Green Building Material Strength

The building industry is going green, and recycled cement mortar (RCM) is getting attention. It's eco-friendly, but how strong is it? That's where smart tech comes in. Scientists used artificial neural networks (ANNs) to predict the strength of RCM. They added some smart algorithms to make the ANNs

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Jan 06 2026HEALTH

How Well Does ChatGPT-4o Handle Eye Care Questions?

ChatGPT-4o is a tool that can answer questions from patients about eye care. It's part of a system called Epic MyChart. The goal was to see how well ChatGPT-4o does this job. First, let's talk about what ChatGPT-4o is. It's a type of AI that uses something called a Generative Pre-Trained Transforme

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Jan 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

How AI is Changing the PR Game for Startups

In 2026, a PR agency made waves by being named one of the top agencies for helping startups get noticed in the world of AI. This isn't just about getting a mention in a newspaper anymore. It's about making sure startups show up when people use AI tools to find new companies. The agency, Another PR,

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Jan 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

Lego's Smart Brick: A High-Tech Twist on Classic Play

Lego is shaking things up with a tech-savvy twist on its classic bricks. At CES 2026, they introduced the Smart Brick, a standard 2x4 brick packed with modern tech. This isn't just any brick; it's part of a new initiative called Smart Play, which includes Smart Minifigures and Smart Tags. It's a bol

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