This smart bird feeder captures more of my backyard drama
The Verge AI6d agoHardwareCoolfly Aura is a smart bird feeder designed to record backyard bird visits, interactions, and species sightings. Its modular camera placement can capture more angles, while the app adds AI identification, albums, bird info, and sharing features. The review finds the concept engaging but uneven, with AI limitations in some orientations, app annoyances, subscription limits, and feeder design issues.
Xreal, Google’s smart glasses partner, says the industry is at a turning point
TechCrunch AI9d agoHardwareXreal CEO Chi Xu told TechCrunch the smart glasses industry may be reaching an inflection point after years of losses and awkward products. Its Project Aura XR glasses use embedded OLED displays but rely on a tethered puck for computing. The developer-only device is planned for commercial release later this year, while Xreal works toward a possible 2026 IPO and future breakeven.