Computer! Make My Life More Awkward!

[View in web browser]( [CNET logo]( Insider Apr 11, 2024 Are we ready for the revolution? One of the most satisfying things in life is finding a new gadget that changes things in ways you could have never imagined. I’ve felt that a few times in the past few years, but most especially with my [robot vacuum](. I hate vacuuming, so having a gadget that solves the underfoot grit issue, plus keeps the pets in line, is a real boon. The tech world is constantly striving for those “epiphany” moments, even if it sometimes misses the mark. While I love my robovac, I don’t think any of us are ready for full-size robots, [though Apple is reportedly trying to find a way](. Nor, for that matter, are we ready for always-on AIs that we can pin nattily to our chests. Standalone AI devices were a hit at this year’s CES -- even if the [Rabbit R1 was weird as hell]( -- but we’ve had a look at the competing [Humane AI pin]( and... yep. You probably won’t be wanting one of these. Shame. Maybe at some point, the Star Trek communicator will be a thing, but I’d rather have that show's teleportation system instead. Get to it, Google! Ty Pendlebury Editor, CNET [An Apple Home Robot? Why It Could Be a Tough Sell]( [Commentary: Apple may have a lot to learn from the failed robots of years past.]( Insider Essentials [My Life So Far With the Wearable Humane AI Pin]( [Like an AI-powered Star Trek communicator pinned to your shirt, the AI Pin is a wild concept, but it's too frustrating for everyday use.]( [Roku Pro Series TV With Mini-LED Starts at $900]( [It promises to be the best Roku-branded TV yet and comes complete with a remote finder.]( My Tips for Speeding Up Home Internet for Free You can spend money on high-speed internet plans and expensive routers, but will any of that really help you get better internet? CNET Recommends [Nab an OLED TV for Less With Woot Refurbished]( [If you don't mind a refurb, you can score a number of premium OLED models from LG at a stellar price -- while supplies last.]( [CNET] You are receiving this email because you've signed up to receive newsletters and promotional content from [CNET.com](. To update your account, please visit our [Newsletter subscription center](. [Unsubscribe]( | [Terms of Use]( | [Privacy Policy]( CNET 235 Second Street San Francisco, CA 94105 U.S.A. [Instagram]( [Youtube]( [Tiktok]( [Facebook]( [X]( [Flipboard]( © 2024 CNET, a Red Ventures company. All rights reserved.