Google has unveiled its latest product for the living room, the . It replaces the Chromecast and is a standalone set-top box as opposed to the dongles we’re used to. The little wedge-shaped thing supports all the features you’d expect, including HDR, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and spatial audio. But Google is also putting a lot of emphasis on the device’s smart home qualities, with support for Matter and Thread. You also get a popover Google Home panel that lets you tweak your smart home from the comfort of your TV.

Of course, you might be wondering why Google needs to release this product, given how many smart TVs there are. Or given the ubiquity of other platforms that do the same job, from Roku to most streaming-capable cable boxes. On the one hand, Google wants a firm grip on the biggest screen in your home, and on the other, it’s a good way to tout the search giant’s AI prowess by offering customized recommendations for what to watch. And if you’re looking for something more Google-esque, you can snag this one for $100 when it launches in September.

As for Chromecast, we went with the dirt-cheap little streaming stick that could.

— Dan Cooper

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Looks cute.

However, Google isn’t done releasing products ahead of its , and has also released . The fourth-generation model gets a larger LCD display, a curvier design, and customizable watch faces, including switching the screen to a clock when idle. You also get more AI gimmicks to improve your power efficiency, as course you are doing.

Yes, that’s why, Linda.

X has announced that it will sue the Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM), an advertising industry group whose members include Mars and Unilever, which is accused of influencing how mega-brands spend their money.

Now, I’m just a simple country lawyer who doesn’t know much about advertising, moderation or business. But I’m wondering if it would be a problem to fire your trust and safety team, run the site as reliably as a British train and allow hateful content to be posted alongside ads. No, of course not, that would be stupid. Let’s all try to find the guy who did this.

Perfect insert for the denture.

I don’t care that it’s a silly gimmick, and I don’t care that I have no real interest in making this kind of music. Damn it, friends, I just want to play with it. Yes, it’s just the KO II with a different paint job, but you have to reward such extreme dedication.