Designers at GM’s new Advanced Design studio in Pasadena have created a pair of electric concepts that shrink the classic HUMMER size while opening up far more ways for owners to shape the vehicle around their plans. The HUMMER X truck and its SUV counterpart land in the midsize category yet deliver serious off-road geometry and a fresh approach to building and modifying them over time.
Sony created the PULSE Explore wireless earbuds, priced at $149 (was $200), with gamers in mind, individuals who spend hours on the PlayStation and expect the sound to match the amount of attention that game makers put into every detail. The design selections make for significantly clearer sound and timing, transforming regular gaming sessions into a lot sharper experience.
Bugatti teamed with Austrian display specialists C SEED to build the N1 Super TV, a massive, folding screen that appears to be directly inspired by the Tourbillon hypercar’s design language. The project converts the car’s fluid contours, precise measurements, and distinctive C-line into a piece of furniture that remains low-profile until needed.
Microsoft used its Build 2026 developer conference to show a different direction for computing hardware. Instead of phones or laptops that run collections of apps, the company presented Project Solara as a platform where AI agents handle tasks directly. The setup targets smaller, purpose-focused gadgets that stay ready in places where pulling out a full device feels awkward or slow.
