Ring launches its own robotics division to automate security; privacy debates reign as the company deepens hardware/software offerings.
A series of profiles from SBS and The New York Times recount the strain on families caring for loved ones—from Duterte-era violence in the Philippines to long battles with chronic illness in the United States—highlighting ongoing caregiver burdens and policy gaps.
Ring has announced a new encryption standard called TAKE that temporarily decrypts videos in the cloud to enable features like Smart Alerts, with encryption keys deleted within 24 hours. Users can still opt for end-to-end encryption. TAKE will roll out globally from September, while familiar faces facial recognition and related concerns persist.
Retailers have rolled out deeper early-Black Friday discounts on headphones and earbuds this week. Budget models such as Nothing's CMF Buds 2 Plus ($59) and Shokz OpenFit 2 ($140) have held low prices; Sony WH-1000XM5 and AirPods Pro 3 are widely discounted; Bose QuietComfort Ultra models and Sony WH-1000XM6 have midrange cuts; Samsung will start selling its clip-on Galaxy Buds On on Nov. 6.
Ring unveils indoor security drone and a rover robot for businesses, both powered by AI Pilot. The devices map indoor spaces autonomously, streaming video to users. Privacy advocates warn about surveillance risks as Amazon expands its Ring ecosystem.