Consumer Tech Articles

Matthew Urwin

Updated on August 17, 2026

In an interconnected world that can be distracting, more people are finding relief in digital detoxes — taking a break from smart devices and social media for a set period. Here’s what to know about the practice, its benefits and how to get started.

Brooke Becher

Updated on August 12, 2026

After years of private growth, some of the biggest names in tech appear to be eyeing a public debut. Here’s what you need to know.

Mae Rice

Updated on August 04, 2026

The future of real estate is rooted in personalization and precision.

Matthew Urwin

Updated on August 03, 2026

Apple announced the much-anticipated revamp of its digital assistant, now called Siri AI. Here’s a rundown of how it works, what it can do, how it compares to competitors and how it reflects Apple’s unique philosophy on artificial intelligence.

Olivia McClure

Updated on July 30, 2026

Proptech is transforming the real estate industry with AI, automation and smart building technology. Learn how the sector works and explore some of the companies leading the charge.

Matthew Urwin

Updated on July 16, 2026

As concerns about the societal impacts of artificial intelligence and social media continue to rise, more people are starting to embrace a more analog way of life. Welcome to the post-tech era.

Brooke Becher

Updated on July 14, 2026

From Meta’s new AR glasses to OpenAI’s mystery device, Silicon Valley is racing to build the next AI-first heir to the smartphone. The winner could not only dominate the hardware market, but reshape our entire relationship with artificial intelligence.

Jeff Rumage

Updated on July 14, 2026

Kalshi turns real-world uncertainty into financial derivatives. This growing prediction market allows users to trade on everything from interest rate decisions to rainfall totals — all within a federally regulated financial exchange.

Jeff Rumage

Updated on July 14, 2026

OpenAI got “distracted by side quests” and is now refocusing on enterprise tools that generate revenue. We take inventory of all of the company’s side projects, including the ones it’s recently abandoned.

Ellen Glover

Updated on July 09, 2026

The social media giant is rumored to be working on a prediction market app called “Arena” that will compete with Polymarket and Kalshi, allowing users to bet on future events and, eventually, share their predictions across Instagram and Facebook.