# Google Calendar Gets More Color Options
Google is removing limits on event colors in Calendar, so you can pick from dozens of shades instead of just the standard ten. If you organize your schedule by activity—say, medical appointments, grandkid events, or volunteer work—having your own custom colors makes it easier to spot what matters to you at a glance. You can start using this feature now by opening any event in Google Calendar and clicking the color picker to choose exactly the shade you want.
MapTap is a new daily geography game on your phone where you guess locations based on clues—similar to how Wordle works with words, but using maps instead. If you enjoy learning about places and like the satisfying challenge of solving one puzzle per day, this game offers a gentle way to keep your mind sharp while discovering geography facts you might have forgotten. Worth knowing: you can play it free on your phone during your morning coffee, and there's no rush since you only get one puzzle each day.
XGIMI's new smart glasses can show you information right in front of your eyes and help you remember things, but they come with artificial intelligence that watches what you're looking at throughout the day. For someone who values privacy, this constant monitoring could feel invasive—especially since it's unclear exactly what data the glasses are collecting or how long the company keeps it. Worth knowing: if you're interested in smart glasses, check the privacy settings carefully before buying, and ask the seller what personal information gets stored and whether you can turn off the monitoring features.
Adobe has added a helpful AI assistant called Firefly directly into its popular programs like Photoshop, Premiere, and Illustrator, making it easier to edit photos, videos, and graphics. If you use these creative tools for hobbies, family projects, or work, you'll now be able to ask the AI to help with tasks like removing unwanted objects from photos or generating new background images without learning complicated techniques. Worth knowing: you might want to explore these new AI features next time you open Adobe's apps, as they could save you hours on editing tasks that once required real skill or experience.
Ultrahuman has released a new glucose monitor called the M2 Live that uses more affordable sensors from a company called Abbott, making it cheaper than their previous version. Keeping track of your blood sugar can help you understand how different foods and activities affect your energy levels and overall health—something increasingly important as we age. You can ask your doctor whether a glucose tracker might be useful for you, especially if you have concerns about diabetes or want to understand your body's responses to diet better.
Most of us have old phones, tablets, or watches sitting in a drawer at home—in fact, nearly four out of ten people surveyed simply stored their old devices rather than recycling or reselling them. The main reasons people keep these gadgets tucked away are worry about their personal data being compromised and simply not knowing where to take them to recycle safely. Worth knowing: getting rid of old electronics is easier than you might think—Best Buy recycles devices for free, and you can resell items through websites like Back Market, but make sure to wipe your data clean and remove the device from your Apple or Android account first.
Waymo's self-driving taxis have a software problem that might make them drive into closed highway construction zones, so the company is recalling over 3,800 vehicles to fix it. If you live in a city where these robotaxis operate, knowing about safety issues like this helps you decide whether you're comfortable sharing the road with autonomous vehicles. Worth knowing: if you see a Waymo taxi behaving oddly near road construction, you can report it through their app or contact local authorities.
Sennheiser has released a new type of earbud called the Accentum Clip that sits on top of your ear rather than plugging into it, and they last about nine hours on a single charge. Open-ear earbuds let you hear your surroundings while listening to music or calls, which is particularly useful if you're concerned about missing important sounds or prefer to stay aware of what's happening around you. Worth knowing: if you're considering switching to this style, try borrowing a friend's open-ear earbuds first to see if they feel comfortable during a longer wearing period, since they rely on a clip rather than fitting snugly inside your ear canal.
VSCO has released a new app called Studio Pro that lets you edit up to 100 photos all at once, and it can even copy the look of a photo you like and apply it to your whole batch. If you take lots of photos on holidays or family gatherings, this saves you from having to fiddle with each picture individually to get them looking consistent. You can try the free version to see if batch editing works for your photos, or look for a Studio Pro subscription if you find yourself regularly editing large groups of images.
Apple is finding it expensive and complicated to add artificial intelligence features to its iPhones, which might eventually force the company to raise prices. For iPhone owners, this could mean paying more for your next upgrade while also dealing with features that may not feel necessary or useful to your daily life. Worth knowing: when your phone needs replacing, check if the newer models' AI features are things you'd actually use—sometimes the older version still works perfectly fine for calls, photos, and browsing.
ChatGPT has added a new feature that lets you set up questions or tasks to run automatically on a schedule—like having the AI assistant check in with you daily or weekly without you having to ask each time. For someone who likes routine or wants regular reminders (weather forecasts, news summaries, or habit trackers), this could save you time and keep helpful information coming to you automatically. Worth knowing: you can test this feature by setting up one simple scheduled task, like a weekly summary of headlines, to see if it fits your needs before committing to more complex setups.
# When Your Smart Fridge Stops Getting Updates
Once a manufacturer stops sending software updates to your smart fridge, it becomes a security risk because hackers can exploit old vulnerabilities, and the fridge loses access to new features and bug fixes. For people who've invested in connected kitchen appliances, this matters because an unsupported fridge could eventually stop working properly, get hacked, or be locked out of the apps you use to control it remotely. Worth knowing: before buying any smart appliance, ask the retailer or manufacturer how long they promise to provide updates—typically 5 to 7 years is reasonable, though many don't guarantee anything at all.
