A Robot That Brushes Your Teeth So You Don’t Have To

Another day, another reminder that reality has a sense of humor. Below you’ll find a robot that brushes your teeth for you and a wave that looks like it came straight out of a computer. Pull up a chair. — Doug Marlowe

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A Robot That Brushes Your Teeth So You Don’t Have To

Japanese researchers have built a robotic toothbrush that promises to clean your teeth in about a minute, no wrist action required. You bite down on a mouthpiece, the tiny brushes spin and slide around, and the machine does the rest. The idea is to fix uneven brushing and save time, which suggests we’ve officially decided brushing is too hard. It matters because this is where convenience culture keeps heading: less effort, more tech, even for basics. Progress is a fine thing, but it’s hard not to wonder how we got here.

Off the Australian coast, four waves collide at once, shooting water high into the air and making the whole scene look like AI trickery. The footage went viral because it didn’t seem real, even to the people who filmed it. The filmmakers insist it’s pure nature doing something strange and wonderful, no computer help needed. It matters because our eyes now question everything, thanks to technology. When even the ocean looks fake, you know it’s been a long decade.

If one of these made you laugh, squint, or sigh, you’re not alone. Send it along or hit reply—we can shake our heads together. — Doug