Tech Deals and Developments: From Robovacs to AI and EVs
In a week of significant tech news, consumers saw price drops on high-end laptops, the launch of a new web standard for AI agents, and continued developments in the electric vehicle market. Additionally, the ongoing RAM shortage continues to impact the PC industry, and deals are available on smart home devices.
The Asus Zenbook S 16 laptop saw a significant price reduction, dropping to $1,000, a $500 discount from its original retail price, according to Wired. This sleek, portable Windows laptop, praised for its design and battery life, has been a favorite among tech journalists.
Meanwhile, the Google Chrome team launched WebMCP (Web Model Context Protocol) in early preview within Chrome 146 Canary, VentureBeat reported. This new web standard, developed jointly by Google and Microsoft, aims to transform how AI agents interact with websites. The goal is to provide a structured tool for AI agents, helping them navigate websites more efficiently.
The PC industry continues to grapple with the RAM shortage. Framework, a company known for its repairable and upgradeable laptops, has been forced to increase prices monthly since November 2025, according to Ars Technica. The company stopped selling standalone RAM sticks during that time.
In the smart home market, the Eufy X10 Pro Omni robovac has reached its best-ever price, according to The Verge.
The electric vehicle market in Africa is also showing signs of progress. A recent study in Nature Energy found that EVs, from scooters to minibuses, could be cheaper to own than gas-powered vehicles in Africa by 2040, MIT Technology Review reported. However, challenges remain, including limited grid and charging infrastructure in some regions. "If there's one thing to know about EVs in Africa, it's that each of the 54 countries on the continent faces drastically different needs, challenges," the MIT Technology Review article stated.
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