Consumer Technology Association SmartBrief
Plus: Qualcomm unveils Wi-Fi 8 chip, eyes 6G by 2029
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March 5, 2026
 
 
Consumer Technology Association SmartBrief
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Portable puck blocks eavesdropping with privacy bubble
Spectre I (Deveillance)
Portable puck blocks eavesdropping with privacy bubble
Spectre I, launched by Deveillance, is a portable device that counteracts the pervasive presence of always-on listening gadgets. By scanning for nearby microphones and emitting inaudible signals that distort audio recordings, Spectre I ensures that conversations within a two-meter radius remain private. Available for pre-order since early 2026, the device is aimed at users concerned about data privacy and the widespread collection of voice data by billions of smart devices worldwide.
Full Story: Digital Trends (3/4)
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Ooni puts a spin on pizza night with Rotating Stone
Ooni has introduced the Rotating Stone accessory for its Koda 2 series pizza ovens, aiming to simplify the pizza-making process for home users. The accessory automatically spins the pizza to ensure even cooking, addressing a common challenge of manual rotation.
Full Story: Tom's Guide (3/4)
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Waveshare shrinks smart home hub to 4.3 inches
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Seven sensors standing guard over connected homes
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LG brightens its OLED lineup with next-gen tech
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Motorola, GrapheneOS to partner on privacy-focused devices
Motorola has confirmed it will team up with GrapheneOS to bring a privacy-focused Android fork to future devices, expanding beyond its current Google Pixel exclusivity. The initiative will begin with Motorola's flagship devices in 2027 and might later include midrange and budget models.
Full Story: PC Magazine (3/3)
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Netflix sees growth potential without WBD acquisition
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Amazon Is Shutting Down the Wondery Podcast App and Wondery+
Variety (3/3)
 
 
Apple steps up its game amid the memory-chip crunch
The Wall Street Journal (3/4)
 
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Tech News
 
Qualcomm unveils Wi-Fi 8 chip, eyes 6G by 2029
 
In Barcelona, Spain, on March 2, 2026, the Qualcomm exhibition stand highlights its vision for 6G technology during the Mobile World Congress (MWC). The U.S. semiconductor and telecommunications company presents next-generation wireless research, advanced chipsets, and AI-driven connectivity solutions aimed at shaping the future of ultra-fast, low-latency mobile networks at the annual global technology event. (Photo by Charlie Perez/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
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