Consumer tech stories

Google brings split-screen AI Mode to Chrome in US, letting users keep chat beside web pages and pull multiple tabs into one query.

HiDock's P1 AI recorder targets privacy-minded professionals with Bluetooth earphones, 64GB storage and GBP £169 pricing.

Ledger names Ian Rogers as Chief Human Agency Officer, putting hardware approval and human oversight at the centre of its AI security push.

Ion Video says Meta and Alphabet are among several global tech groups in early talks over its patented system to make video easier for AI tools to use.

Trust earns fourth straight EcoVadis Gold as stricter scoring keeps it among the top 5% of companies for sustainability.

Agoyu secures patent for AI-powered moving app that scans video inventories, matches licensed movers and returns quotes in minutes.

Opia widens promotion protection for brands as volatility, inflation and fraud fears push marketing teams to seek tighter budget control.

Acer Gadget backs Plugable with minority stake to speed up docks, Thunderbolt 5 gear and AI-ready peripherals for hybrid work markets.

Apple's premium over-ear headphones gain stronger noise cancellation, USB-C lossless audio and new smart features, but keep the same familiar design.

Synology extends BeeStation Plus with local camera monitoring for homes and micro-businesses, offering AI alerts and no subscription fees.

LF Energy and Microsoft back battery standard with dataset on lithium-ion cell design, aiming to make testing and ageing data easier to compare.

AMD says a new class of always-on personal machine can run AI agents locally, promising more privacy, speed and productivity for users.

TP-Link broadens its gaming router push with Wi-Fi 7 models from AUD $279, led by a tri-band flagship promising sharper traffic prioritisation for busy homes.

Apple's latest iPad Air gets the M4 chip, Wi-Fi 7 and 12GB memory, but its 60Hz display and pricey accessories still weigh on appeal.

Apple's iPhone 17e pairs strong A19 performance and all-day battery life with a 60Hz screen and pared-back camera system.

Samsung's Galaxy A57 5G gets a slimmer, lighter body, tougher build and longer software support, but the camera and features remain familiar.

Samsung's Galaxy S26 adds AirDrop-style sharing, marking a shift in how rival ecosystems handle file transfers between devices.

Mercurius Media Capital fires first shot in safety tech with USD $1.5 million deal to boost LifeSafe's US consumer push.

AI-first smart glasses propel a 44.4% surge in global XR shipments, as Meta keeps the lead while headset demand slides and Viture grows fast.

IDC says global handheld smart camera shipments surged 83% to 16.65 million in 2025, with DJI and Insta360 leading the boom.