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An entire computer and myriad sensors in a 2×4 Lego brick. An entire computer and myriad sensors in a 2×4 Lego brick. by Sean Hollister Jan 5, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC Sean Hollister is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the… Continue reading Lego announces Smart Brick, the ‘most significant evolution’ in 50 years

The new Eufy line of video doorbells, smart locks, and wall light cams offers better style and more features. The new Eufy line of video doorbells, smart locks, and wall light cams offers better style and more features. by Barbara Krasnoff Jan 5, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC Barbara Krasnoff is a reviews editor who manages… Continue reading Anker adds features and style to its smart home security

Smart Home The Affirm Series will allow access using either physical or digital key cards. The Affirm Series will allow access using either physical or digital key cards. by Barbara Krasnoff Jan 5, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC Barbara Krasnoff is a reviews editor who manages how-tos and various projects. She’s worked as an editor and… Continue reading Lockly’s new smart locks will support Matter and NFC

The Vex plays with your pet and films it too, even editing the video itself. The Vex plays with your pet and films it too, even editing the video itself. by Dominic Preston Jan 5, 2026, 6:37 AM UTC Dominic Preston is a news editor with over a decade’s experience in journalism. He previously worked… Continue reading This robot companion is a cameraman for your pet

The Yuba 3 AWD roves your lawn using lidar navigation, dual AI-powered cameras, and a geopositioning system that connects to the internet. The Yuba 3 AWD roves your lawn using lidar navigation, dual AI-powered cameras, and a geopositioning system that connects to the internet. by Emma Roth Jan 5, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC Emma Roth… Continue reading Mammotion’s flagship robot lawnmower now uses lidar to map your yard

Despite the spec bump, the Xreal 1S are $50 cheaper than their predecessor. Despite the spec bump, the Xreal 1S are $50 cheaper than their predecessor. by Victoria Song Photos by Amelia Holowaty Krales Jan 4, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC Victoria Song is a senior reporter and author of the Optimizer newsletter. She has more… Continue reading Xreal’s entry-level AR glasses get a spec bump and 3D conversion

Zeroth is launching a WALL-E lookalike for $5,599. Zeroth is launching a WALL-E lookalike for $5,599. by Emma Roth Jan 4, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC Emma Roth is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. An AI… Continue reading This startup brought WALL-E to life and will also sell you WALL-E’s weird cousin

Verge Shopping This week’s best deals also include AirTags, a handy, affordable power station, and more. This week’s best deals also include AirTags, a handy, affordable power station, and more. by Cameron Faulkner Jan 3, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC Cameron Faulkner is an editor covering deals and gaming hardware. He joined in 2018, and after… Continue reading Meta’s Quest 3S is still $50 off and comes with a $50 gift card