Technology & Telecom

Shenzhen – September 18, 2026 -- MCHOSE is launching the ACE75, a 75% Hall Effect gaming keyboard, on Kickstarter starting September 17 at 10:00 a.m. ET.

The keyboard runs at an 8,000Hz polling rate with 0.08ms latency

The ACE75 uses a 256K scan rate and 0.001mm adjustment precision. Rapid Trigger sensitivity can be tuned from 0.001mm to 3.4mm, and the board supports advanced key functions including SOCD, DKS, MT, TGL and LT.

A dedicated button switches between three Rapid Trigger presets

Users can swap settings for different games or daily typing without opening the driver software. Deeper adjustments -- actuation points, Rapid Trigger behavior, key functions, lighting and profiles -- are handled through M HUB, MCHOSE's web-based driver, with no extra software installation required.

Carlsbad – September 18, 2026 -- Arlo Technologies has launched Arlo Secure 7, a software update that adds AI-driven threat detection and automatic video summaries to its home security cameras, rolling out to subscribers over the next month.

Threat Assessment flags break-ins and fires within seconds

The new Threat Assessment feature scans camera footage to distinguish real emergencies -- break-ins, fire, armed threats, or theft -- from routine activity. When it detects a high-risk event, the system automatically responds, turning on a camera's siren or spotlight, sending urgent alerts that override Mute and do-not-disturb settings, or escalating the situation to a live Safety Agent for possible emergency dispatch. Arlo says the feature is designed to trigger action within seconds of an event being detected.

Tulsa – September 18, 2026 -- Tulsa-area homeowners facing triple-digit September heat followed by sudden cold fronts can cut utility bills using smart thermostats, according to Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric, a home services company based in Glenpool, Oklahoma.

Oklahoma electricity costs have climbed 26.9% in five years

Average residential electricity costs in Oklahoma have risen 26.9% over the past five years, according to Energy Factbook and U.S. Energy Information Administration data. That increase has made energy efficiency a bigger priority for households managing fall's unpredictable temperature swings.

New York – September 18, 2026 -- BOOX has unveiled three new E Ink devices -- the Note Air6 C, Note Mini C, and Palma 3 -- all running Android 16 with built-in Google Play Store access to more than 2 million apps.

The Note Air6 C targets note-takers and readers who want an all-in-one workflow.

Priced at $579.99 and available now, the 10.3-inch color notebook features a Kaleido 3 display with 4096 colors and 300 ppi black-and-white resolution. New V4.3 firmware adds Dual Notes for side-by-side document annotation, an enhanced Calendar Memo with a Lasso tool, and Talk Insights, an AI-powered meeting and audio transcription feature. The device pairs with the included BOOX Pen3 stylus, offering 4096 pressure levels, and an optional keyboard folio that connects via pogo pins and charges through its own USB-C port. It runs on an octa-core 4nm processor with 6GB RAM, 64GB storage, and a 3700mAh battery, weighing roughly 430g at 5.8mm thin.

New York – September 18, 2026 -- Canon has unveiled the EOS R8 Mark II, a full-frame mirrorless camera that keeps the 24.2-megapixel sensor of its predecessor while adding in-body image stabilization, a rear joystick, and a deeper buffer for burst shooting. The camera is available as a body alone or bundled with the RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM lens.

The body gets a sharper, more angular redesign

Compared to the smooth curves of earlier Canon models, the R8 Mark II features a more angular shell with fewer visible controls on top. The mode dial, power switch, record button, and M-Fn button remain in familiar spots, but the video mode switch beside the viewfinder housing has been removed.

A long-requested joystick finally arrives

Canon has added a multi-controller joystick to the back of the camera, letting users move autofocus points and navigate menus more easily. The AF-on button has also been relocated for a more comfortable grip.

Miami – September 18, 2026 -- ChatOn, an AI chatbot app with 100 million downloads, has launched a fact-checking feature that lets users verify claims, articles, and AI-generated text on the spot.

Users paste a claim and get a verdict with sources

To use the tool, people paste in a claim, article snippet, or AI-generated text, and ChatOn returns a verdict along with supporting sources and the reasoning behind its decision. The system compares multiple sources and assesses their reliability before flagging fabricated statistics, misattributed quotes, or manipulated stories.

A survey exposed how often AI gets facts wrong

ChatOn built the feature after a prior survey found that 39% of Americans verify AI-generated information using Google or other sources. The same study found 36% of Americans have encountered outdated information from AI tools, and 19% have run into made-up sources or references.

Woodinville – September 18, 2026 -- PowerA has released a new line of officially licensed Harry Potter gaming accessories for Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox, marking the start of a multi-year partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products.

Four Hogwarts houses get their own Switch 2 gear

The debut lineup includes a Nintendo Switch 2 Advantage Wireless Controller priced at $69.99 and Nintendo Switch 2 Protection Cases at $24.99, each themed around one of the four Hogwarts houses. The designs let fans display their house pride directly on their gaming setup.

Xbox controllers feature Chibi art and Quidditch styling

An Xbox Wired Controller, priced at $34.99, depicts Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley, and other characters in a Chibi-inspired art style. A pricier Xbox Advantage Wireless Controller, at $99.99, draws on the visual language of Quidditch and includes gold-accented details.

Buena Park, Calif. – September 18, 2026 -- Yamaha has unveiled the B200A, a 23.5-inch Dolby Atmos sound bar aimed at bedrooms, apartments, home offices and gaming setups where space is tight. The compact bar will cost $249.95 and hits shelves in November 2026.

The B200A squeezes 3D audio into a small footprint

Yamaha combined Dolby Atmos with its Hi-Fi engineering background to build an audio field around listeners rather than just projecting sound forward. A built-in subwoofer handles low-end output, and a Bass Extension mode adds extra punch for movies and games without requiring a separate subwoofer unit.

"The B200A was designed for people who want better sound without giving up valuable space," said Alex Sadeghian, Yamaha's director of consumer audio. He said the bar targets bedrooms, apartments, home offices and gaming setups where users want immersive sound in a simple, everyday package.

Hong Kong – September 17, 2026 -- Momax has won the 2026 IFA Innovation Award for Best in Mobility for its 1-Power S.Pass2 Air, a magnetic wireless power bank measuring just 6.0 mm thick.

The power bank claims the title of world's thinnest stainless steel mirror-finish design

The device snaps onto magnetic-compatible phones or slides into a pocket or clutch, combining certified Qi2 high-speed wireless charging with a minimalist stainless steel finish. Momax launched the product alongside a new color line called the Dusky Cherry capsule collection, aimed at travelers and tech users.

This is Momax's second straight year taking top honors at IFA Berlin

The company has also picked up the iF Design Award 2026, the Golden Pin Design Award 2025, TechRadar Picks 2026 and CES Picks 2026, according to the announcement.

Los Angeles – September 17, 2026 -- KidsTopia, an AI-powered kids platform, has earned the kidSAFE SAFE CERTIFIED Seal, a global child online safety designation awarded after a review of its chat, reporting, and AI safety practices.

The service is operated by Inculab plus, a company spun off from LG U+. KidsTopia had previously held the lower-tier kidSAFE LISTED Seal before advancing to the SAFE CERTIFIED designation.

KidsTopia operates in 11 countries including the US, Japan, and Korea

The edutainment platform lets children play, learn, explore virtual spaces, and interact with AI characters. It is currently available in 11 countries, including Korea, the United States, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore.