Consumer Technology Association SmartBrief
Plus: Expertise of tech firms lends itself to EV production
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January 15, 2026
 
 
Consumer Technology Association SmartBrief
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Honda’s Base Station trailer lets adventurers unplug with spark
 
Honda’s Base Station trailer lets adventurers unplug with spark
Base Station trailer prototype (Honda)
Honda has introduced the Base Station Prototype, a compact travel trailer designed to make outdoor adventures more accessible. Towed by a typical SUV and small enough to fit in a standard garage, it features an inverter, a lithium battery and solar panels so you can go off-grid.
Full Story: PC Magazine (1/14)
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Shoppers Are Using AI. Are You Ready?
A survey of 2,082 U.S. shoppers shows 70% already use AI to search, compare, and buy. As agentic commerce takes hold, your product content quality will determine whether you show up at all. See what's changing. Read the report.
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"A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" gets Zynga tie-in
Zynga's "Game of Thrones: Legends" video game has released a major update to coincide with the HBO spinoff "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms." Players can now experience fresh storylines, new gameplay features and participate in themed events inspired by the new TV series.
Full Story: Variety (1/14)
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Samsung adds title discovery, social features to Gaming Hub
Android Police (1/14)
 
 
Smart pool cleaner dives in with AI, self-emptying, AstroRinse
Lifewire (1/14)
 
 
Epson 4K projector brings movies home with Bose audio, short throw
Forbes (tiered subscription model) (1/13)
 
2026 Survey: The AI Shift in Multilingual Translation
This comprehensive market survey demonstrates how AI-powered translation is quickly becoming a business-critical capability for organizations across industries, driven by the need for clear, authentic global communication. Download the Report.
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Expertise of tech firms lends itself to EV production
Tech companies are increasingly entering electric vehicle production as smartphone markets stagnate, tapping into their expertise in software and hardware. Xiaomi has integrated its smartphone technology into vehicles and built its own manufacturing facility, while Sony and Honda Motor have formed a joint venture to combine their strengths in software and manufacturing.
Full Story: Technology Magazine (1/14)
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Surescripts, GoodRx launch prescription drug price tool
MedCity News (1/14)
 
 
Digg reopens to the public with a community-focused redesign
TechCrunch (tiered subscription model) (1/14)
 
 
Verizon downtime traced to server glitch, users get credit
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Wi-Fi 8 focuses on reliability and latency over speed
Wi-Fi 8, officially known as IEEE 802.11bn, is set to enhance wireless networking by focusing on reliability and latency rather than increasing speeds. The Wi-Fi Alliance expects the final standard's approval in September 2028, but devices like the Asus ROG NeoCore router are already emerging. Key features include new modulation and coding schemes, multi-access point coordination and enhanced long-range capabilities.
Full Story: Windows Central (1/14)
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Docusign makes signing easier with AI summaries, Q&A tools
Fast Company (tiered subscription model) (1/13)