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Ever imagined a security camera that can shoot paintballs? Well, meet the Eve PaintCam. This unique system isn't your typical security setup. It's designed to tackle intruders and even wildlife by spraying them with paintballs. The Slovenian startup, OZ-IT, showcased their innovative idea at CES 20

Top Robot Vacuums at CES 2025: Innovations You Can't Miss

CES 2025 was all about the latest in robot vacuum cleaners. Companies like Roborock, Dreame, and Narwhal showed off their newest models packed with innovative features. Let's dive into what makes these robots stand out. The Roborock Saros Z70 is a game-changer with its extendable Omnigrip arm. This

Why Lexicon-Based Sentiment Analysis Still Matters

Figuring out if texts are positive or negative, called sentiment analysis, is super useful in lots of fields. While machines can now do this super fast and accurately, lexicon-based methods have their own perks. They might not be as perfect as machine learning or big language models, but they can wo

School Software Hack: Student Data at Risk?

Think of a big school software supplier, or maybe even one you use. Now imagine it got hacked, and some personal details were taken. That's just what happened. PowerSchool, a cloud-based platform for schools, got breached on December 28. Someone swiped two tables from their student info system, whic

TikTok's Fate Up in the Air: Supreme Court Weighs In

TikTok, a popular video-sharing app owned by a Chinese company, might be facing a ban in the United States. The Supreme Court is set to decide on Friday whether a law banning the app violates the First Amendment. The app's parent company argues that the law is unconstitutional, while the U. S. gover

Nintendo Speaks Up about Switch 2 Rumors and Leaks

Nintendo has recently addressed the flurry of Switch 2 mockups and photos that have been making the rounds online. The Japanese company clarified that the gaming hardware shown by accessories maker Genki at the CES 2025 event in Las Vegas is not official. They stated that Genki did not receive this

Meet Jennie: The Robot Puppy Bringing Compassion to Tech

At CES 2025, I was blown away by the coolest gadgets, like wearables and AI advancements. But nothing compared to Jennie, the robot puppy from Tombot. Her adorable wagging tail and furry face caught my attention. As a nurse, I've seen pets change lives, especially for folks with dementia and other c

AI Agents: The Next Big Thing in App Use

Imagine a future where apps are mainly used by AI agents, not humans. By 2032, we might spend more time interacting with these agents than using traditional apps. This shift is being driven by advancements in AI-powered autonomy, as highlighted by a recent study. One key area is agentic systems, wh

Samsung's Next Super Phone: A Brighter, Smarter Screen?

Ever wondered what makes your phone's screen glow the way it does? Well, Samsung's got a new trick up its sleeve for the Galaxy S26 Ultra! It's all about this new CoE tech, which is set to make our screens not just brighter but also more energy-efficient. Think thinner screens that let more light th

Blockchain's Wider World: Beyond Cryptocurrencies