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PTC’s Onshape platform now lets engineers create custom CAD features using natural language and AI, enabling reusable design automation without programming expertise.
Google unveiled the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, featuring a stronger hinge, brighter displays, and a new G6 Tensor chip, while pushing Gemini AI features into the device.
3M’s new AI‑powered digital assistant, Ask 3M, enables industrial customers to get expert answers in natural language, accelerating product design and support.
Google launched its first finder tag, the Pixel Tag, which uses the Find Hub network and Ultra‑Wideband to help users locate keys, wallets, and other items quickly and securely.
Google has expanded beta access to a redesigned long‑press menu in Messages, adding a blur background and new copy actions to improve one‑handed usage.
Rumors of a new Shopify-native product‑page rendering layer, dubbed "Canvas", could reshape the app ecosystem and push native personalization to the forefront.
Gun Raiders Entertainment releases Raider Legends, a free-to-play co‑op VR adventure that delivers bite‑sized missions and social hubs, launching on Meta Quest on Aug. 6.
Finix introduces a new dashboard with smarter navigation, deeper customization, and streamlined workflows to help businesses manage payments more efficiently.
The furniture brand announced the Castlery x Tan France Collection, its first designer partnership, featuring 18 pieces that blend living, dining, and lighting categories.
Design‑led furniture brand LORVA unveiled a modular sofa line aimed at adapting to modern, mobile lifestyles.
Liebherr USA launches a new counter‑depth 4‑door French door refrigerator series featuring advanced preservation technologies and smart connectivity, winning iF and Red Dot design awards.
Microsoft updates its SharePoint Copilot with live dashboards, page button prompts, and enhanced chat features, improving productivity through AI-powered automation.
Apple is reportedly moving forward with camera‑equipped AirPods, a project that could launch as early as next month, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
Figma unveiled nested folders, a long‑requested feature that improves file organization for growing teams and integrates with its AI‑native capabilities.
Co‑founder Grace Li says Design Arena’s platform lets users rank AI outputs to improve game and media‑generation models.
LG Electronics unveiled its award‑winning E‑paper display, featuring ultra‑low power consumption and a paper‑like design, targeting commercial signage and content management solutions.
Apple rolled out a modernized online and app store interface for accessories, featuring better filtering, curated collections, and chat support.
Apple released a new set of minimalist app icons in its Creator Studio update, sparking debate over usability and design clarity.
ZHA and Nagami collaborate on the Echo Chair, a 3D‑printed seat made from recycled PETG that blends parametric design with sustainable manufacturing.
Spotify surpassed 300 million subscribers, adding AI-powered features like personalized podcasts and a conversational AI assistant to drive growth.