Gadget & Tech News — 2026-08-24
Gadget & Tech News — August 24, 2026
The day's most relevant tech news for gadget buyers and smart-home builders, curated by GadgetSmart Pro.
1. Who’s behind the new ‘stealth model’ Ox Alpha?
A mysterious new AI model called Ox Alpha has driven certain corners of the internet into a frenzy of speculation.
2. How to stop Siri from interrupting while you're using CarPlay
Don't let Siri become a hassle instead of an assistant; keep it quiet in the car to reduce distractions.
3. Linkdaze’s smart calendar is built to run a household, not just track a schedule
Linkdaze's smart digital calendar stands out for not putting its features behind a paywall, including an AI meal planner tool.
4. Humanoid robots have beaten Usain Bolt's 100-meter dash record
And they looked absolutely ridiculous doing it.
5. Why are there so many fast charging standards, and what's the difference between them?
A guide to the confusing world of USB-C fast charging.
6. Twitch and Amazon hit with lawsuit for training AI with streamers' content
The class action suit claims that Amazon never obtained consent from Twitch streamers to be used to train its AI models.
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