Aug 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The Litter-Robot 5 Pro is an impressive automatic litter box, but its AI-powered health tracking is not worth the premium. After six months with two cats, facial recognition and waste identification repeatedly failed. Here's what we recommend instead.
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Aug 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Peak Design’s new City Line bags are defined by a clever integrated hook called BagLev, which keeps them off dirty floors and tabletops. The 12L City Crescent crossbody and 15L City Backpack are lightweight, water-resistant, and full of thoughtful touches. After weeks of testing in France, the hook has become the standout feature, making older hookless bags feel less capable. Both bags offer excellent everyday carry options, though the Backpack’s hook is slightly less versatile.
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Aug 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Surveillance company Flock is changing its policies after reports that police officers used its license plate tracking tools to stalk ex-partners. The company will now require Audit Assistance, enforce case codes for searches, and shorten data retention from 30 days to seven. The ACLU remains skeptical, saying the changes may be more about public relations than real harm reduction.
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Aug 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Apple TV has doubled its film library with more than a dozen classic movies for subscribers. The streamer is also set to release six new films this fall, mixing action and awards fare. Titles include Mayday, Matchbox, Tenzing, and Way of the Warrior Kid. Subscribers can access all of these with a standard Apple TV subscription.
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Aug 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
watchOS 27 doesn't add any new Apple Watch faces yet, but one existing face is winning fans. Modular Ultra can be configured with a huge amount of data or stripped back for clarity. A simpler layout with large seconds, weather, and activity rings offers a calmer day-to-day experience.
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Aug 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Apple has submitted its formal proposal to the court overseeing the Epic Games case, suggesting new commission rates for purchases made outside the App Store. The plan includes a 15% fee for standard apps, 10% for partner programs, and 5% for small business developers. The proposal follows the Supreme Court's decision to allow lower-court proceedings to continue. Epic has already criticized the rates, arguing that Apple's own analysis supports a 0% commission.
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Aug 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Apple is preparing to unveil Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Apple Watch Series 12 alongside new iPhones in September. The next-generation Watches are expected to feature faster S11 chips, enhanced sensors for health monitoring, and possibly a return to ceramic casing. Reports also point to new hypertension-related features under FDA review. Here’s a closer look at the key expectations.
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Aug 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
US special envoy Jared Kushner is set to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to revive the American-backed Gaza peace plan. The meeting comes after Kushner met Hamas leaders in Egypt to discuss disarmament and next-phase steps. Netanyahu has so far rejected the plan, demanding verified disarmament of Hamas.
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