Breville's Eye Q toaster, tested over several months including a family gathering in New Hampshire, produced acceptable but not superior toast compared to regular toasters. Reviewers found uneven browning, with tops often darker than bottoms, inconsistent results across its seven settings, and struggles with store-bought bagels. A replacement unit also showed inconsistent shading, and a second replacement toasted edges darker than the center.
wired.com
· 2026-10-14
A roboticist recounts a debate with a colleague over whether a dishwasher qualifies as a robot, arguing it does not meet technical definitions of manipulation since its spray arms and soap dispensers are mechanisms rather than object-handling tools. She contends the more fundamental issue is that 'robot' was coined by science fiction writer Karel Čapek in his 1920 play and has always been a culturally defined term rather than a strictly technical one.
robotgirlgang.com
· 2026-10-11
SharkNinja has released the Ninja Prepi, a food prep device the company markets as a 'meal prep system' rather than a food processor. The design uses a detachable motor pod that snaps onto a lid, which then sits atop interchangeable bowls of different sizes that double as storage containers, and includes a separate dicing kit accessory.
cnet.com
· 2026-10-02
Copper has released an updated version of its Charlie induction stove, boosting the broiler to 3,000 watts, increasing induction zone power to 3kW, and cutting oven preheat time to 3:50 for 350°F. The new model also adds compatibility with 240-volt outlets in addition to 120-volt, and Copper has partnered with Miele to manufacture the ranges at a factory in Alabama.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-24
Breville has launched the Eye Q 850 Auto Toaster, a $300 device that uses a pulsing internal light sensor to track the bread's color as it toasts, rather than relying solely on a timer or fixed temperature settings. A CNET reviewer tested the toaster for a month and found the sensor-based approach generally delivers consistent results, though with some caveats worth noting. The sensor only operates in the left slot, and the machine features a motorized lift instead of a spring-loaded pop-up mechanism.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-17
Breville has released the Eye Q 850 Auto Toaster, a $300 appliance that relies on an internal pulsing light sensor to judge bread color rather than relying solely on timers or temperature settings. A reviewer tested the device for a month, finding that its optic sensor and motorized lift generally deliver consistent toast, though with a few caveats worth noting.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-17
Engadget tested Breville's Eye Q toaster across all seven of its browning settings using fresh whole wheat bread, finding a smooth, consistent gradient from barely crisped to deep brown without burning. The device automatically senses timing rather than relying on a fixed dial, and includes a sourdough mode plus a button to add extra toasting time if needed.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-16
IFA, Europe's largest tech trade show, returns to Berlin from September 4th to 8th, drawing more than 200,000 attendees. Major manufacturers will present new products spanning appliances, smartphones, and smart home devices, with most significant announcements expected to surface in the days leading up to the official opening.
theverge.com
· 2026-09-01
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