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Great news for the AI-inclined Chrome users among us: Google just pushed a browser update that includes some new AI features designed to make your life a little easier. Notably, Tab Groups has gone from manual to magical: Chrome will now automatically group similar tabs and even suggest names (or an emoji) for said groups to help you keep trip-planning, shopping and, er, work compartmentalized. U.S.–based Chrome users interested in experimenting with all the new features can turn them on today (look for “Experimental AI” in the settings menu).

Today we’re taking a look at cozy lounge pants, an anti-treadmill treadmill and a beautiful blender. This is Today in Gear.

Cozy Earth

A Lux Knit Blanket

The new Mini-Knit Blanket ($169) from Cozy Earth injects a little bit luxury into your couch session. Curl up in a lightweight throw made of a 100 perfect Bamboo Viscose for that perfect next-to-skin feel. The throw is also available in ‘oversized’ cut for extra comfort, and comes in four soft, neutral colorways. 

Our Place

An Attractive Blender

Lovers of kitchen aesthetics rejoice. Our Place just released the Splendor Blender ($125) in four muted, countertop-friendly colors. In addition to its good looks, the blender is also packed with utility — you can screw on the lid of the canister and take your smoothie with you on the go. 

Buck Mason

A New Wool Lounge Pant

The new Lounge Wool Wide Leg Pant ($198) from Buck Mason is here to spice up your winter leisure wardrobe. The pants come in a classy dark brown or black, and are made from a blend of merino wool and organic cotton. With a nice wide, ribbed waistband for comfort, these beauties wear like sweats but are considerably more elevated. 

Wahoo Fitness

An Anti-Treadmill Treadmill

If running on a treadmill sounds worse to you than not running at all, you’re not alone. And for you, Wahoo has announced its forthcoming Kickr Run, a treadmill “that brings the freedom and joy of outdoor running into your home.” How does it do that you ask? The treadmill’s Run Free mode utilizes body-position sensors to automatically adjust belt speed to your cadence, allowing you to adjust your pace hands free and naturally.

Backcountry

A Patterned Hoodie

After a long day of skiing, it can be nice to have a cozy sweater waiting for you at the car when you take off all of your technical layers. Enter the oversized Hooded Geo Sweater ($119) that features a fun print that can slide right into a parking lot tailgate with ease. It’s made of a cotton-blend and merino wool which offer up a fast-drying and cozy layer you’ll be excited to put on.