Rivian plans to release an app that pairs with the Apple Watch to allow vehicle owners to perform tasks such as unlocking doors, setting the temperature and venting windows. The companion app is part of an update to Rivian's mobile app.

CNET highlights four common fraudulent smart home devices: plug-in power savers, free cable or streaming sticks, electromagnetic frequency neutralizers and LED light air purifiers. These devices make extravagant claims, such as drastically lowering energy bills or improving home safety. but are ineffective and often packed with malware.

Nissan has filed a patent for active engine mounts for electric-vehicle batteries, aiming to better manage battery weight. The system, adapted from performance cars that use active mounts to control heavy engines, involves mounting the EV battery within a movable tray equipped with actuators. The mounts would shift the battery's position in real time, allowing for dynamic adjustments to the vehicle's center of gravity, enhancing handling and stability.

Apple is reportedly advancing its smart glasses project, with prototypes featuring dual cameras for depth perception and environmental scanning, according to Bloomberg. The glasses are designed with a luxury aesthetic, using materials like metal and glass, and are intended to be lightweight, all-day wearables that integrate AI seamlessly into daily life.