August 2025

Goodbye, Old Sofa

Last month, I got rid of an old reclining sofa that my wife and I purchased 24 years ago. At the time, it was an elegant black-blue leather sofa that reclined in a special way that it could be placed safely next to the wall. I say the color of the sofa is black-blue because I always assumed the color of the furniture was black, while my wife insists that it is blue. This debate on color was never settled, but I can assure you that family history protocol will dictate that I was wrong and my wife is correct.

Resolving Home Renovation Regret: AI Tool Transforming Bid Comparison

In a move set to disrupt the home improvement industry, GreatBuildz—a leading homeowner-contractor matching service—has launched BidCompareAI. This free and publicly available AI-powered tool is designed to help homeowners make sense of contractor bids—one of the most confusing and error-prone aspects of home renovation projects.

The Eversolo Play CD Edition Could Be Better

I have had the CD Edition of the Eversolo Play in my living room for over a month. This version of the Eversolo Play is an all-in-one that features a CD player as well as a music streamer, DAC, and amplifier in a compact and inviting form factor. While I have no regrets ordering this device for my home, there are definitely a few areas where Eversolo could have enhanced the user experience. After thirty days of usage, the Eversolo Play has left me with a mix of positive and negative impressions that we should discuss here.

CEO Q&A: Agentic AI Rewiring Auto Retail to Resolve Broken Car Buying System

For decades, car buying has ranked among the most frustrating consumer experiences. Pricing is opaque, dealerships typically employ aggressive sales tactics, and buyers and sellers find the process to be riddled with inefficiencies. The system, built around outdated incentives and misaligned priorities, has long been in need of a shakeup. And now, as artificial intelligence transforms industries across the board, one small business startup is boldly leading the charge to bring trust, transparency, and fairness back to auto retail.

2026 Updates to Can-Am Spyder, Ryker, and Canyon Announced

Valcourt, Quebec, August 17, 2025 – Can-Am, iconic brand of BRP Inc., continues the evolution of its popular 3-wheel vehicles, the Can-Am Spyder, Can-Am Canyon, and Can-Am Ryker, for 2026 with fresh new modern colors and refined product offerings.

“2025 was a strong year for the Can-Am 3-wheel vehicle lineup with the introduction of the Can-Am Canyon,” said Elsa Vilarinho, Director, Global Marketing, Can-Am On-Road at BRP. “The response from riders has been incredible, and as we look to 2026, we’re building on that momentum and leaning into what our riders want most for the entire lineup – style, versatility and the freedom to make their vehicle their own.”

Should Businesses Incorporate Gamification for Safety Training?

Employers are getting creative with how they upskill and protect their workforce. Encouraging them to polish their knowledge through exercises requires innovative thinking, which is why many corporate training programs consider gamification. It is an ancient technique with a modern twist, inspiring many to see mandatory training as competitive and enjoyable.