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In this Oct. 24, 2016, file photo, the AT&T logo is positioned above one of its retail stores, in New York.
Consumer
AT&T Snatches Up Wireless Spectrum Licenses From EchoStar for $23 Billion
The acquired licenses cover virtually every U.S. market.
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Consumer
3D Printer Manufacturer Creality Launches K2, K2 Pro
The K2 lineup introduces multicolor, multi-material printing and AI functions.
August 25, 2025
This image provided by Pop Mart shows Pop Mart's mini version of its popular Labubu plush toys.
Consumer
Pop Mart Rolling Out Mini Labubus and a Long-Fur Version of the Popular Plush Toy
Pop Mart’s plush toys revenue jumped more than 1,200% in 2024.
August 22, 2025
This undated photo released by Google shows a new smartphone loaded with an array of artificial intelligence features, including the Pixel 10 Pro.
Consumer
Google's Pixel 10 Phones Raises the Ante On Artificial Intelligence
Pixel 10 phones include AI called “Magic Cue,” designed to serve as a digital mind reader.
August 20, 2025
A condenser sits on the roof during the installation of a heat pump on Jan. 20, 2023, in Denver.
Consumer
Thinking About a Heat Pump? Some Things to Know About Choosing What's Best for You
And the payoff can be significant.
August 18, 2025
This photo released by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025, shows recalled Drinkmate 1L Carbonation Bottles.
Consumer
Drinkmate Recalls Over 100,000 Carbonation Bottles Due to Explosion Risk
Drinkmate has received eight reports of bottles exploding during use.
August 14, 2025
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This image released by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, shows a Ryobi-branded electric pressure washer.
780,000 Pressure Washers Are Under Recall After Consumers Report Explosions, Impact Injuries
August 28, 2025
University students are encouraged to enter the DigiKey Back to School Giveaway to win prize packages.
DigiKey Announces Back to School Giveaway
August 25, 2025
In this April 21, 2008 file photo, Hanes underwear is seen on display at a store in Charlotte, N.C.
Canada's Gildan Activewear Buying HanesBrands for $2.2 Billion
August 13, 2025
A General Electric washer sits inside a retailer, Sept. 15, 2023, in Marietta, Ga.
GE Appliances Shifts More Production to U.S. as Part of $3 Billion Investment
August 13, 2025
JackRabbit's Micro Hauler
JackRabbit Launches New Micro Hauler Category with MG Platform
August 12, 2025
Segway's GT3 Pro SuperScooter.
Segway Launches 50 MPH GT3 Pro SuperScooter
August 12, 2025
The AOL logo is shown on a wall of the company's New York office, on Monday, May 12, 2008.
AOL is Finally Shutting Down its Dial-up Internet Service
August 12, 2025
The Eastman Kodak Company world headquarters is visible in Rochester, New York, on Friday, April 29, 2022.
Kodak Cautions There's 'Substantial Doubt' About its Ability to Stay in Business
August 12, 2025
Masslie Arias, of DoorDash, prepares to load a delivery package on a hovering drone Thursday, July 31, 2025, in Frisco, Texas.
Delivery Drones Are Coming to More U.S. Neighborhoods After Getting Off to a Slow Start
August 12, 2025
Clearance home appliances are displayed at a retail store in Vernon Hills, Ill., Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025.
What U.S. Consumers Can Expect from New Tariffs on Imported Goods
August 8, 2025
A logo of Sony is seen at the headquarters of Sony Corp. on May 10, 2022, in Tokyo.
Sony Raises Profit Forecast After Saying It Expects Less Damage from Tariffs
August 7, 2025
Apple logo on glass facade
Trump Announces Apple's Plans to Invest $100 Billion More in U.S.
August 6, 2025
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September 5, 2025
An Apple store employee stands inside the store in New York on Feb. 5, 2021.
Consumer
Apple Overcomes Trade War, Slow AI Start to Deliver Surprisingly Strong Quarter
Despite the doubts, Apple remains a moneymaking machine.
July 31, 2025
Researchers submerged LAHB films at a depth of 855 m near Hatsushima Island to test real-world deep-sea biodegradation. After 13 months, the LAHB plastic lost over 80% of its mass, showing its potential as a safer alternative to conventional plastics that persist in marine ecosystems.
Consumer
A Bioplastic that May Solve the Marine Plastic Pollution Problem
The material lost over 80% of its mass after 13 months underwater.
July 25, 2025
Recalled HydroTech 5/8-inch x 25-foot Expandable Burst-Proof Hose
Consumer
3.6M HydroTech Hoses Under Recall Because They Can Burst During Use, Injuring 29 Consumers
The hoses can burst if the interior, plastic strain relief “breaks or becomes fully unthreaded.”
July 24, 2025
Recalled Pura 4 Smart Home Fragrance Diffuser with detachable cover.
Consumer
Pura Scents Recalling More than 850,000 Diffusers as Magnet Issue May Cause Ingestion Hazard
The company has received three reports of magnets detaching from the cover.
July 24, 2025
President Donald Trump speaks to the media before walking across the South Lawn of the White House to board Marine One en route to Joint Base Andrews, Md., and on to Florida, Tuesday, July 1, 2025, in Washington.
Consumer
Supreme Court Allows Trump to Remove 3 Democrats on Consumer Product Safety Commission
Despite a law that allows commissioners to be fired only for "neglect of duty or malfeasance."
July 24, 2025
Patrick Schlott repairs an old pay phone in his basement workshop on July 16, 2025, in Williamstown, Vt.
Consumer
Engineer Revives Pay Phones for Free Calls in Areas with Poor Cell Service
When cell service fails, one engineer's mission brings communication back to life.
July 22, 2025
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Medical
Samsung Electronics Acquires Xealth
The deal could help link Samsung's wearable tech with clinical decision making.
July 14, 2025
People purchase air conditioners at a shop on a hot summer day in Srinagar, Indian-controlled Kashmir, June 24, 2025.
Consumer
India Wants Air Conditioners to Be Made With Milder Temperature Settings to Save Energy
Officials hope the small change will create massive energy savings.
July 14, 2025
This image provided by U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission shows Walmart’s “Ozark Trail 64 oz Stainless Steel Insulated Water Bottles,” which Walmart is recalling on Friday, July 11, 2025, because the lid can “forcefully eject” and unexpectedly strike consumers.
Consumer
Walmart Recalls 850,000 Water Bottles After Two Consumers Suffer Vision Loss from Ejecting Lids
The recalled models have been sold at the chain's stores across the country since 2017.
July 11, 2025
The new Galaxy Z Flip 7 is displayed during a Samsung preview event in New York, Monday, July 7, 2025.
Consumer
Samsung Unveils its New Line of Foldable Devices
The company also announced an expanded partnership with Google.
July 9, 2025
HS790 Drone.
Consumer
Holy Stone Unveils High-Performance Folding GPS Drone
The drone features a professional-grade camera, capturing in 6K and 4K.
June 26, 2025
In this June 26, 2018, file photo the General Electric logo appears above a trading post on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.
Consumer
GE Appliances Moves Washing Machine Production from China to Kentucky with $490M Investment
The production moves looks to create about 800 new jobs.
June 27, 2025
An adult New World screwworm fly at rest in an undated photo.
Consumer
Feds Plan 'Fly Factory' to Combat Flesh-Eating Cattle Parasite
The $8.5 million project would join a similar facility in Panama.
June 19, 2025
Andy Jassy, Amazon president and CEO, attends the premiere of 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' at The Culver Studios on Monday, Aug. 15, 2022, in Culver City, Calif parts of its business, shuttering stores and slashing 29,000 jobs in an effort to reduce costs.
Consumer
Amazon CEO Jassy Says AI Will Reduce Its Corporate Workforce in Next Few Years
"We will need fewer people doing some of the jobs that are being done today."
June 18, 2025