Singaporean startup Lingverse unveiled iKairos at IFA Berlin, a modular AI gadget built around a circular 'neural core' that can be worn as a necklace pendant or plugged into a small desktop robot body. The core module features a display with cartoon eyes and a hidden camera that slides open only when needed, letting it record photos or video. Lingverse says the device ambiently tracks conversations, surroundings and habits to log memories and offer personalized suggestions.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-07
Xiaomi has released the Xiaomi 18 Fold in China, its first wide-format foldable, featuring a 5.38-inch cover screen and a 7.58-inch inner display with a 2:1 aspect ratio, both running at up to 120Hz and 4,000 nits brightness. The phone runs on Xiaomi's own XRing 03 chipset, up to 16GB RAM, 1TB storage, and a 6,000mAh battery with 67W wired and 50W wireless charging, starting around $1,639 with no confirmed global launch yet.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-07
At IFA 2026, Microsoft's Mark Linton said an internal Windows 11 build shows notable gains in boot speed and Windows Hello responsiveness, alongside earlier promises that the OS will run well on 8GB machines. No timeline for public rollout or performance data was shared, and the changes haven't yet reached testing channels.
techspot.com
· 2026-09-07
Reolink debuted ReoNeura, an on-device AI engine that powers Custom AI Detection, letting users train their cameras to recognize specific objects or situations—like an open garage door or a missing bike—without relying on cloud processing. Unlike most smart security AI features that require subscriptions, Reolink suggests this capability may come at no additional cost. The company also showed new high-resolution dual-lens cameras with tracking at the same event.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-07
At IFA Berlin 2026, companies like Anker (Eufy Omni E35) and Ecovacs (Deebot X12S Omnicyclone) showcased robot vacuums specifically certified to remove dust mites and allergens, with third-party testing backing their claims. Overall, the show felt quieter than previous years, with fewer wild concept reveals and more focus on refining existing product lines like the Saros Rover and Dreame Cyber X.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-06
Boox showed additional details of its Picco e-reader at IFA, a compact rival to the Xteink X4 with a 3.97-inch touchscreen e-paper display and physical page-turn buttons that support customizable short and long presses. The device skips onboard storage in favor of microSD cards, but adds USB-C and WiFi transfer options absent from Xteink's hardware, and runs a stripped-down Linux OS rather than Android, bundling apps like a timer, todo list, and reading tracker.
theverge.com
· 2026-09-06
Android Authority tested a working version of XREAL's long-teased Project Aura glasses at IFA and found the software experience far more polished than expected. XREAL now says the Android XR headset will launch by the end of 2026 for under $1,500, though it stressed that figure isn't necessarily $1,499 and could shift.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-06
At IFA 2026 in Berlin, several companies unveiled connected home products aimed at everyday consumers, including LG's thin 83-inch OLED EVO AI TV, Govee's under-couch LED lighting strips, iGulu's F1 automated home beer brewing system, and a Xiaomi Mijia refrigerator that can chill water below freezing without solidifying it. A CNET reporter toured the show floor to sample and evaluate these gadgets for a hypothetical dream smart home.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-05
Blurams used IFA 2026 in Berlin to introduce a broad home security ecosystem covering outdoor solar-powered cameras, indoor dome cameras, a local storage hub, and an AI companion toy for children. The lineup includes three F-series outdoor cameras ranging from a 4MP model to a 4K Ultra HD version, each featuring solar charging, motion detection, night vision, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity. All devices support free cloud playback and local microSD storage without requiring a subscription.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-05
Timekettle unveiled the W4 Plus, its newest pair of AI-powered interpreter earbuds, at IFA 2026. The earbuds let two people each wear one bud and converse naturally in different languages, with near-instant translation, adjustable speed, and a choice of voice output—no shared phone or app required.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-05
At IFA, Acer unveiled Project DualPlay Mini, a concept device that flips and swivels its eight-inch screen to switch between a handheld gaming console and a compact laptop. The prototype features an Xbox-style controller layout with dual-fan cooling but no trackpad, and Acer's own demo shows a mouse being used in laptop mode. Acer says it remains a concept with no confirmed plans for retail release.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-05
At IFA 2026 in Berlin, Windows PC makers including Dell, Acer, Lenovo and Packard Bell showed off affordable, colorful mid-range laptops aimed squarely at competing with Apple's MacBook Neo. Lenovo's IdeaPad Vibe stood out with seven color options and swappable keycaps, while Nvidia and AMD pushed AI-focused hardware, including Nvidia's RTX Spark platform and AMD's Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 495 chip with up to 192GB of unified memory.
tomshardware.com
· 2026-09-05
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