Pebble launches the Round 2 smartwatch for $199
Pebble is launching the $199 Round 2 smartwatch, a reboot of its 2015 rounded model that should offer 10 to 14 days of battery life.
Monday, August 3, 2026
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Pebble is launching the $199 Round 2 smartwatch, a reboot of its 2015 rounded model that should offer 10 to 14 days of battery life.
Clicks Technology is launching the Communicator, a $499 smartphone for two-phone users, alongside a new $79 slide-out keyboard, with shipping expected later this year.
For most consumers, the purchasing decision likely lies between the Apple Watch SE 3 and the Apple Watch Series 11, which offer distinct feature sets at different price points.
Petlibro, Life360, and other manufacturers have launched new smart pet hardware, ranging from AI-powered cameras to automated feeders and security doors, to enhance pet care convenience.
Plaud has launched the Note Pro, a $179, credit card-sized AI recording device that operates offline and has shipped more than a million units.
Sauron, a high-end home security startup, has appointed a new CEO from Sonos and expects to launch its product later in 2026 at the earliest.
The Google Pixel Watch 4 features a brighter display and rapid charging, positioning it as a strong Android option despite real-world charging times that do not exactly match claims.
Naware is developing a computer-vision-based steam system that could replace chemical weed killers, potentially saving customers anywhere from $100,000 to $250,000 on chemicals alone.
Smart glasses are evolving from futuristic gadgets into practical tools, with major tech companies like Meta, Apple, and Snap investing in the category.
Nvidia has signed a non-exclusive licensing deal with AI chip competitor Groq and is hiring key leadership, though it denies a reported $20 billion acquisition.
Waymo is updating its software to better handle disabled traffic lights after a spike in human confirmation requests caused congestion during a recent San Francisco power outage.
Zoox issued a voluntary software recall for 332 vehicles after identifying instances where its autonomous system could cause vehicles to cross lanes or block crosswalks.
Uber and Lyft plan to test Baidu’s Apollo Go robotaxis in London starting in 2026, joining a growing list of autonomous vehicle operators in the city.
Waymo resumed San Francisco service after a massive blackout, which appeared to leave robotaxis stalled on city streets, following a fire at a Pacific Gas & Electric substation.
Following the collapse of its $1.7 billion Amazon acquisition, iRobot has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, highlighting the regulatory hurdles facing tech M&A.