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Excitement Builds for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: What to Expect in July
Apart from a few leaked renders of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, we don't officially know yet what the new phone will look like or what features it will have. Considering Samsung's cautious approach t… [+8639 chars]
OnePlus Watch 3 Price Slashed to $349.99 Following Tariff Exemptions
What you need to know <ul><li>OnePlus Watch 3 saw a hefty $500 price tag earlier this month. However, the company seems to have made some changes.</li><li>The Watch 3 was brought back to its origina… [+2676 chars]
Google to Spotlight Android 16 in Upcoming Virtual Event
Android 15 took a backseat to the slew of Gemini announcements at last year's Google I/O developer conference. Now, the company is giving Android a starring role in its own virtual event on May 13. … [+1715 chars]
Apple Advances in iPhone 17 Development with Successful Engineering Validation Testing
Apple has completed Engineering Validation Testing (EVT) for at least one iPhone 17 model, according to a paywalled preview of an upcoming DigiTimes report. The EVT stage involves Apple testing iPho… [+886 chars]
Innovative YouTuber Combines Mac Mini with New Design for Greater Portability
You've got to be inspired by the incredibly cool concept to do this, but you can now spend a lot of money to wedge a Mac mini into a case with a keyboard and monitor. Back in 2022, talented YouTuber… [+2968 chars]
Former Monzo CEO Tom Blomfield Offers Insight into Enhancing Vibe Coding
Tom Blomfield, the former CEO of Monzo. Monzo <ul><li>Vibe coding is enabling nontechnical users to write code with AI.</li><li>Former Monzo CEO Tom Blomfield shared tips on how to get the most out … [+2685 chars]
Unveiling the CMF Phone 2 Pro: A Step Forward or a Step Back?
When all smartphones are huge slabs that look like iPhones, tech companies really need to go hard with eye-catching designs. Carl Peis Nothing has been turning heads with its transparent phones and w… [+5984 chars]
Geoffrey Hinton Voices Concerns Over AI's Rapid Advancement and Potential Risks
Geoffrey Hinton gave a "sort of 10 to 20% chance" that AI systems could one day seize control.PONTUS LUNDAHL/TT NEWS AGENCY/AFP via Getty Images <ul><li>Geoffrey Hinton, the "godfather of AI," says … [+2679 chars]
Introducing Tiny-LLM: A Comprehensive Guide to LLM Serving
Still WIP and in very early stage. A tutorial on LLM serving using MLX for system engineers. The codebase is solely (almost!) based on MLX array/matrix APIs without any high-level neural network API… [+2151 chars]
Anker Unveils Innovative eufyMake E1 UV Printer: A Game Changer for Creative Projects
Most folks dont care about printers anymore, and for good reason. Fiddling with toner cartridges and managing obtuse hardware DRM policies belongs in the past. So why should we care about Ankers $1,9… [+4212 chars]
Apple's 20th Anniversary iPhone to Be Manufactured in China Despite Production Shift to India
Apple will likely manufacture its 20th anniversary iPhone models in China, despite broader efforts to shift production to India, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In 2027, Apple is planning a "… [+1611 chars]
Apple's Beats Brand Unveils New Colors for Beats Pill Speaker
Apple's Beats brand is launching its Beats Pill speaker in two new colors today: Navy Blue and Blush Pink. The colors join the original Matte Black, Statement Red, and Champagne Gold colors that debu… [+1604 chars]
Enhancing UX File Organization: A Guide to Streamlined Structures
Are you also getting lost in all the files, deliverables, shared docs, PDFs, and reports related to your UX work? What about decisions scattered everywhere between email, Slack conversations, Dropbox… [+6468 chars]
The Persistent Dream of a Made-in-USA iPhone: Why It's Unlikely to Happen
The idea of a made-in-USA iPhone is one of those fantasies that refuses to die, despite Apple pointing out many times why it would be utterly impossible. The Financial Times has now weighed in with … [+2725 chars]
Exploring Fujifilm's Instax Camera Lineup: New Features and Recommendations
Fujifilm is constantly refreshing its Instax lineup, adding new features like parallax correction and faster USB-C charging, which almost all Instax cameras now offer. In some cases though the compan… [+2605 chars]
P-1 AI: The Startup Aiming to Revolutionize Engineering with AI
When dreaming of the day artificial intelligence achieves human-like ability, former Airbus CTO Paul Eremenko says he's always done so in the context of building real-world machines. I want an AI sup… [+3864 chars]
Nothing Unveils Affordable Buds 2 Series with Pre-orders Starting Soon
What you need to know <ul><li>Nothing launches Buds 2 for £39/₹2,699/€49, Buds 2 Plus for £49/₹3,299/€59, and Buds 2a for £29/₹2,199/€39.</li><li>The pre-orders begin April 28; open sales start May … [+2588 chars]
Introducing the Euroknob: The Revolutionary Knob with a Hidden Patch Cable Jack
Are your Eurorack modules too crowded? Sick of your patch cables making it hard to twiddle your knobs? Then you might be very interested in the new Euroknob, the knob that sports a hidden patch cable… [+1428 chars]
Subscription Services in Connected Cars Raise Privacy Concerns
What is also clear from the documents is that US police are aware of the control corporations have over their ability to acquire vehicle location data, expressing fears that they could abruptly decid… [+2897 chars]
HP's EliteBook Ultra G1i: Powerful Business Laptop with a Hefty Price Tag
Specs are not bare-bones but are far from luxe; the 14-inch touchscreen has a 2,880 x 1,800-pixel resolution, and the system is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 268V CPU. Thats a few steps up from th… [+2494 chars]
Introducing the ESR MagMouse: The Travel-Friendly Mouse That Sticks to Your Laptop
Its magnetic but not MagSafe. Its magnetic but not MagSafe. Ever wanted a mouse that could easily stick to your laptop as you carry it around? I cant say so myself but ones launching on Kickstarter… [+3085 chars]
Introducing CleverBee: Your AI-Powered Online Data Information Synthesis Assistant
WebsiteDocumentationGitHub CleverBee is a powerful Python-based research agent using Large Language Models (LLMs) like Claude and Gemini, Playwright for web browsing, and Chainlit for an interactive… [+2145 chars]
Unlocking Creativity: A Unique Lockbox Project Demonstrates the Power of Constraints in Art and Engineering
One of the most paradoxical aspects of creating art is the fact that constraints, whether arbitrary or real, and whether in space, time, materials, or rules, often cause creativity to flourish rather… [+1612 chars]
OptiSolex Revolutionizes Solar Energy with Portable SolarBag
Isn’t it wild that the same thing that lights up the sky during the day also gives out ‘infinite’ energy for free?? As a species, we’ve known about solar energy for a while, but we haven’t really tap… [+5075 chars]
Understanding Web Hosting: The Backbone of Your Website
Every website needs web hosting. As you take the first steps to build your site, youll see plenty of hosting providers (like WordPress.com) ready to help you get online. But what exactly is web host… [+10664 chars]
Meta's AI Companions Raise Alarming Concerns Over Inappropriate Content
Over the last couple years, Meta has started polluting its platforms with AI content, including AI-generated “companions” and chatbots that can replicate the voices of celebrities. The Wall Street Jo… [+3364 chars]
OpenAI's o3 Model Approaches Chess Puzzle with Human-Like Reasoning
When I gave 03 a tough chess puzzle, it behaved almost like a human: thinking, doubting, retrying, and finally googling the answer. Before I break it down step-by-step, heres the funniest part: it … [+3777 chars]
NASA's People Knowledge Graph: A Revolutionary Approach to People Analytics
Ever wondered how NASA identifies its top experts, forms high-performing teams, and plans for the skills of tomorrow? The answer lies in their People Graph! It is an initiative thats transforming pe… [+11143 chars]
Unmissable Deals on Apple's Latest AirPods 4: Grab Them While They're Hot!
In the current (very crowded) market of wireless earbuds, it’s hard to distinguish one pair from another: Most brands just replicate Apple’s AirPods’ design without delivering their performance or fe… [+2575 chars]
Apple Advances in Smart Glasses Development with New AI Features
According to the latest edition of Mark Gurman’s Power On newsletter, Apple is continuing to develop its own pair of smart glasses. The product, now codenamed N50, is going to infuse some of the comp… [+1585 chars]
Innovative DIY Power Bank: Salvaging Lithium-Ion Cells from Disposable Vapes
A hefty portable power bank is a handy thing to DIY, but one needs to get their hands on a number of matching lithium-ion cells to make it happen. [Chris Doel] points out an easy solution: salvage th… [+2271 chars]
Innovative DIY Power Bank Created from Salvaged Disposable Vape Cells
A hefty portable power bank is a handy thing to DIY, but one needs to get their hands on a number of matching lithium-ion cells to make it happen. [Chris Doel] points out an easy solution: salvage th… [+2271 chars]
Elevate Your Projects with Laminated Front Panels: Tips and Techniques from Accidental Science
It is easier than ever to produce projects with nice enclosures thanks to 3D printing and laser cutting. However, for a polished look, you also need a labeled front panel. We’ve looked at several met… [+950 chars]
The Etiquette Dilemma of Public Video Calls: A Growing Social Concern
The other day, I was waiting for the subway, standing next to a woman in her pajamas making breakfast. She wasn't actually next to me but on the screen of another rider's iPhone . The flashes of mov… [+7487 chars]
Privacy Concerns Arise as Apps Monitor Smartphone Users via Microphones
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financia… [+3828 chars]
Reid Hoffman Advocates for Agentic AI as Future Workers
Reid Hoffman has said he uses a specific tool daily to gain insight into how AI products could be "workers in the future." The LinkedIn cofounder and investor said he did "at least" one prompt daily… [+1664 chars]
Motorola Unveils Razr 2025 Series: A Bold Move in the Foldable Market
(Image credit: Android Central) Android Central's Editor's Desk is a weekly column discussing the latest news, trends, and happenings in the Android and mobile tech space. Motorola just unveiled it… [+7671 chars]
Transform Your Work Experience with the KYY 15.6-Inch Portable Monitor: A Game-Changer for Productivity
It’s so frustrating trying to get work done on a small laptop screen during a commute or in a public café. Once you experience the convenience of a second screen, it’s something you can’t live withou… [+2117 chars]
The OnePlus 13R: A Midrange Phone With Mixed Features
The OnePlus 13R is a particular kind of midrange phone for a particular kind of person. Its a pared-down version of the OnePlus 13 which is a full-on flagship and a good one at that. And even though… [+6686 chars]