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Hey Alexa, Start a Revolution! What the Future of Technology Looks Like

We are entering the "voice internet" era.
By Dan Granger

Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak Says Apps Are Likely Eavesdropping on You

"There’s almost no way to stop it," he said.
By Gabriela Barkho
Dave Limp, Senior Vice President of Amazon Devices, intoduces the "amazonbasics microwave," which can be controlled by an Alexa, on September 20, 2018.

Alexa, Stop With the Devices

Do you really need to talk to your microwave?
By Sascha Brodsky

The 14 Best Smart Home Gadgets for 2018

By Justas Markus
Vinci headphones.

These Artificially Intelligent Headphones Are Truly From the Future

By Sage Lazzaro
As homeowners and as developers, now is the time to imagine, explore, and create.

Your Dumb Home Is About to Become Smart

By Tony Scherba
Crew/Unsplash

No, You’re Not Paranoid—Your Creeptastic Tech Is Watching You

By Rich Jaroslovsky
(Photo: Getty)

Will Technology Make Sleep So Efficient That We’ll Eventually Require Less of It?

By Sage Lazzaro
The toy tells jokes and helps with everything from spelling to math. (Photo: New York Observer/ Sage Lazzaro)

Playtime With the First Toy Powered by IBM Watson

By Sage Lazzaro

Here’s a Gift to Piss Off All Your Tech-Addicted Family Members

By Jordyn Taylor

Stephen Colbert Is Dropping a Deuce on the Smart Toilet Industry

By Sage Lazzaro

Smart Appliances Are a Tough Sell for NYC's Fanciest Chefs

By Sage Lazzaro

From the Kitchen to the Highway, New Smart Devices Keep Humans in Check

By Sage Lazzaro
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