Retailers are offering significant discounts on a variety of gadgets and tech products, including Apple AirTags and Windows laptops, in anticipation of Presidents Day, according to reports from The Verge. Simultaneously, concerns have been raised about the potential dangers of Google's AI Overviews, as highlighted by Wired.
The Verge reported on February 15, 2026, that consumers could find deals on items like earbuds, speakers, TVs, and smart home tech. Sheena Vasani, writing for The Verge, noted that discounts have been slow since the holidays, but February has brought a resurgence of deals due to Valentine's Day, the Super Bowl, and now, Presidents Day. The first-generation Apple AirTags were also highlighted as a good deal, currently priced at $16 apiece, offering precise tracking for iPhone users, according to The Verge.
Meanwhile, Wired published an article discussing the best Windows laptops available. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8-inch (7th Edition) was recommended as the best overall, with a price of $1,199, a 20% discount from its original price. The Dell XPS 14 (2026) was also recommended, as was the Dell 14 Plus, which was listed as the best Windows laptop under $1,000, with a 36% discount. For those seeking portability, the Asus Zenbook A14 was recommended.
However, not all tech news was positive. Wired also warned about the potential risks associated with Google's AI Overviews. These overviews, which are synthesized summaries of information scraped from the web, can contain mistakes and potentially dangerous information.
In other tech news, VentureBeat published an article discussing the potential of AI agents in enterprise settings. The article highlighted the challenges of large teams and suggested that AI could help improve collaboration and decision-making. According to Louis Rosenberg, the ideal size for a productive real-time conversation is only about 4 to 7 people.
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