MSI has completely redesigned its Stealth 16 laptop for a 2026 release. With a MacBook Pro-like aluminum body and specs up to an RTX 5090, it’s trying to be a true pro-grade machine that also games.
MSI unveiled a thinner version of its Crosshair gaming laptop at CES. The Crosshair 16 Max HX packs upgraded specs into a chassis that’s 14.3% slimmer, but it won’t launch until April 2026 starting at $1,649.
Amazon has opened up early access to its Alexa+ generative AI assistant to anyone through a website. The move frees the AI from hardware, but it’s a temporary freebie before it gets bundled with Amazon Prime or costs $20 a month on its own.
Major electronics giants are making another push into home robotics. The vision is a “zero labor home,” but the reality is robots still can’t handle the messy, unstructured world of your living room.
According to reports, Google is pivoting from flashy launches to deeply integrating its Gemini AI across all products by 2026. This includes replacing Google Assistant, a potential new OS called Aluminium, and a renewed push into AI-powered smart glasses.
The channel-first strategy is gaining serious traction with new cybersecurity vendors. According to CRN, startups like Orchid Security are building their entire go-to-market around partners from day one to gain velocity and credibility.
The debate inside media companies isn’t just about lost clicks from AI search. It’s a strategic choice between protecting content and remaining a relevant authority in a world where AI summarizes everything.
Audeze has launched the Maxwell 2 gaming headset at CES 2026. It features new planar magnetic drivers, an AI noise-canceling mic, and a staggering 80+ hours of battery life. Pricing starts at $329.
Vivek Ramaswamy, a Republican candidate for Ohio governor, has sworn off browsing social media for 2026. He argues the constant, often-manipulated feedback creates a “Twitter prison” for leaders, skewing policy away from real voter concerns like jobs and bills.
The high-end gym chain Equinox is launching a New Year’s campaign filled with absurd AI-generated imagery, including a pole-dancing Justin Trudeau. The goal is to be provocative, but the early reaction has been mixed, with some calling it cheap. Here’s a look at the strategy and the risks.
