Ninja's new CrushBoss is a countertop system built around a 1,850-watt base motor that powers three interchangeable vessels: a 72-ounce blender pitcher, a 64-ounce food processor bowl and a 26-ounce smoothie tumbler. The food processor bowl works with new PrecisionDice and MultiBlade Disc attachments, and the device uses automatic presets plus sensor-based features called PrepIQ and SmoothSense that adjust to what's inside.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-25
Crock-Pot has teamed up with paint maker Valspar to release six new slow cooker colors, each paired with a corresponding house paint swatch for kitchen walls. The collaboration launches ahead of fall, traditionally slow cooker season, and is designed to let shoppers coordinate their kitchen decor directly around the appliance's color.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-17
Neakasa unveiled Riko, a countertop device shown ahead of IFA 2026 in Berlin that rehydrates and mixes freeze-dried cat food into fresh wet meals on a schedule set through an app. The unit holds a water reservoir and food compartment sized for about a week's worth of meals, and sells for $200 through Neakasa's website.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-04
A new audio series called 'The AI Therapist' explores the growing use of artificial intelligence tools for mental health support, with a producer sharing key insights on the trend. The coverage also touches on rising cannabis use among baby boomers and research suggesting vacations can benefit physical health.
wsj.com
· 2026-08-28
Sur La Table has introduced a dedicated resale platform allowing customers to buy pre-owned cookware, including premium copper pots, at prices reduced by as much as 70% compared to new items. The move mirrors resale initiatives pioneered by outdoor brand Patagonia, extending the secondhand model into the kitchenware category.
fastcompany.com
· 2026-08-25
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