5G Smartwatches Could Launch Next Year With Qualcomm's New Modem

5G networks have delivered fast speeds and bandwidth to smartphones for years, but not to wearables. The X35 could even end up in lower-end laptops like Chromebooks to connect to 5G networks. This modem will likely arrive in mid-tier wearables and IoT devices rather than premium phones. The X35 can also fall back on 4G LTE if 5G connectivity gets spotty.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 61 words · Nathan Buckley

75% of Adults Don't Have a Device Disposal Plan, CNET Survey Finds

Big Tech is feeling the pressure to make products with more recycled materials that have longer lifespans. AndApple launched self-service repairsforiPhonestwo years ago. Read more:Our Gadgets Aren’t Getting Recycled Enough.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 30 words · James Hernandez MD

8 Billion People Now Live on Earth

Meanwhile, rising income levels are apredominant driverof rapid climate change, the UN said.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 13 words · Renee Gordon

9 travel hacks for the holiday season to avoid headaches

Holiday travel season is in full swing and won’t let up till after the new year. TAX SOFTWARE DEALS OF THE WEEK 2. It’s especially helpful if you have a tight connection. The days around Christmas, from Dec. 23 to 26, are also crowded. Remember, booking a trip to a tropical location in the off-season can make prices more reasonable. Consider the peer-to-peer car-sharing serviceTuroor the door-to-door, app-based car rental delivery companyKyteas alternatives....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 73 words · Samantha Powers

95% of US counties now have high rates of COVID transmission

The data show recentseven-day COVID-19 case averagesfor counties in the US. Now, that’s the vast majority of the country.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 19 words · Crystal Johnson

99% of Humans Will Experience Daylight at the Same Time on Friday, but There's a Catch

But the geography and distribution of people across our world is actually a little more complicated than that. Each 8th of July, at 11:15 UTC, 99% of the world’s population is experiencing daylight. “Moreover, many people in the slightly brighter nautical twilight zone will fail to notice any daylight. Especially in urban areas.” Nonetheless it’s a cool illustration of just how asymmetrical life on Earth is. I’m still thinking Santa has something to do with all this....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 77 words · Anna Brown

A $20 immersion blender that also chops and whisks -- today only

By comparison, the same model is$30 right now on Amazonand $40 at most other retailers.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 15 words · Sarah Gordon

A $25 air fryer that won't crowd the countertop

Right now, Best Buy has a1.6-quart Bella air fryeron sale for $25, down from $50. It’s a good time to be alive. Shipping is $9 but if you choose freeno-contact curbside pickupyou can grab it later today. First published earlier this year. Updated with new deal details.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 47 words · Henry Shaw

A 'Dude Perfect' YouTuber Will Travel Into Space Aboard Blue Origin

One of those decisions was which of four nominated influencers should get a free trip to space. Fellow YouTuber Kaz Sawyer got nearly 8 percent, while AI researcher andTwitter personality Roongot 1 percent. The voting period ended Sunday. We’re ready for liftoff. Winner of Model Rocket Battle 3 gets the seat? Once passed we will be able to confirm the fixed and final results." This won’t be the first time an NFT sweepstakes winner takes a ride to space....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 96 words · Thomas Maldonado

A 15-piece Cuisinart knife set is 50% off, down to just $75

That’s why we’re always on the hunt for a sharp deal on dependable metal. That’s more than enough blade to get through any of one of ourquarantine cookbook picks. Best Buy will also ship the set for free by Monday if your place your order today.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 46 words · Corey Lucas

A 4-Gallon Pack of Emergency Meals Is Just $60 Right Now on Amazon

Entrees include mac and cheese, creamy chicken and rice, vegetable soup, milk and pudding. But that’s not really the point.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 20 words · Zachary Nolan

A 5-Minute Charge for This EV Battery Gives You 250 Miles of Range, China's BYD Says

The charging technology would provide fuel-ups at twice the speed thatTeslacurrently offers at its Supercharger stations. BYD says it plans to deploy the charging-infrastructure technology in China. The company didn’t say how soon it would build that infrastructure or when those vehicles might be available. A representative for BYD didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment. Last year, Teslalaid off about 500 workers from its Supercharger team. The next challenge to tackle is ensuring there are enough charging stations to support widespread use....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 84 words · Tony Silva

A 5-quart Dutch oven is down to $30 (Update: Deal expired)

I could sit here for hours and muse on why I love Dutch ovens. They can be expensive though, with fancy French models topping $300. It’s available in a soft slate gray only. We couldn’t find this set forless than $140but a little birdy told us that supplies are limited.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 50 words · Daniel Smith