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The OLED Burn-In Test: 15-Month Update

techspot.com Tim Schiesser 2025-09-26 21:02:00

It's time for another update on OLED monitor burn-in. As you likely know, we've been aggressively burning in our 4K OLED monitor for 15 months now, so we're going to take a look and see how the display is holding up. Hopefully, there hasn't been too much degradation since the last time we checked in three months ago – we really do want this monitor to last a decent amount of time. As with the last few updates, there have been no changes in how we've been using our MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED. We're

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Nvidia CEO says this is the decade of robotics and autonomous vehicles

cnbc.com Ryan Browne 2025-09-26 21:38:30

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang attends a round table discussion at the Viva Technology conference dedicated to innovation and startups at Porte de Versailles exhibition center in Paris, France, June 11, 2025. Autonomous vehicles and robotics are going to take off in a big way in the years ahead, according to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. "This is going to be the decade of AV [autonomous vehicles], robotics, autonomous machines," Huang told CNBC's Arjun Kharpal Thursday at the Viva Tech conference in Paris

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I didn’t think I needed a robot lawnmower until I tried this one

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-26 19:35:59

MAMMOTION YUKA mini 800 The Mammotion Yuka Mini 800 functions reliably, runs silently, and gets the job done all on its own. I had fairly low expectations going into reviewing the Mammotion Yuka Mini 800, mainly because my understanding of robot grass mowers was outdated. The last time I had checked, they were all too expensive for me to seriously consider getting one for my suburban backyard. I also thought that these machines required guide wires to define the areas you want mowed, something

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I tried Google’s secret, open source, offline AI app to see if it’s better than Gemini

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-26 21:30:56

Andy Walker / Android Authority Google has pumped out so many AI products in recent years that I’d need my fingers, toes, and the digits of several other people to keep count. Its current public-facing headliner is Gemini, which also doubles as its virtual assistant on its myriad products. But, if you’re willing to lift its development rock to peek at the creepy crawlies beneath, you’ll find AI Edge Gallery. Hidden away on GitHub — where few Google-made products have ever resided — AI Edge Gal

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Astronomers Find Hidden Volcano on Mars

gizmodo.com Ellyn Lapointe 2025-09-26 21:00:18

Mars’s marred surface consists of craters, canyons, and mysterious formations that hint at a complex geological past. Scientists recently studied a tantalizing feature that could shed light on the planet’s elusive history. A mountain perched on the rim of Mars’ Jezero Crater may actually be a volcano hiding in plain sight, according to a new study. This peak, called Jezero Mons, could offer new insight into the Red Planet’s geologic history and the potential for ancient Martian life, the resear

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Moto Tag finally gets precise UWB location tracking

theverge.com Thomas Ricker 2025-09-26 19:37:20

is a deputy editor and Verge co-founder with a passion for human-centric cities, e-bikes, and life as a digital nomad. He’s been a tech journalist for 20 years. Promised way back in June 2024, the Moto Tag location tracker is finally rolling out UWB support via a firmware update. That makes it the first tracker on Google’s Find Hub network to support ultra-wideband tracking, which is superior to Bluetooth since it uses distance and directional arrows to guide owners with compatible phones to th

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Multiverse Computing raises $215M for tech that could radically lower AI costs

techcrunch.com Julie Bort 2025-09-26 20:00:00

Spanish startup Multiverse Computing on Thursday said it has raised an enormous Series B round of €189 million (about $215 million) on the strength of a technology it calls “CompactifAI.” CompactifAI is a quantum-computing inspired compression technology that is capable of reducing the size of LLMs by up to 95% without impacting model performance, the company said. Specifically, Multiverse offers compressed versions of well-known, open-source LLMs – primarily small models – such as Llama 4 Sco

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OLED refresh rate race heats up as SDC claims first 720Hz display

techspot.com Daniel Sims 2025-09-25 15:29:00

The big picture: Samsung became the first company to launch a 500Hz OLED display last month, but Chinese manufacturer Super Display Company (SDC) claims to have already exceeded 700Hz. However, crucial details regarding the company's monitor remain unclear, including the resolution at which it achieves its maximum refresh rate. Reddit user "HM204DTA" recently shared an advertisement for a WOLED monitor capable of reaching 720Hz. If the product exists, manufacturer SDC has taken the lead in the

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Modder transforms Apple Magic Keyboard into a custom Steam Deck desktop

techspot.com Kishalaya Kundu 2025-09-25 18:26:00

In a nutshell: The Steam Deck isn't just the world's most popular gaming handheld – it's also become a favorite canvas for DIY modders. After Crastinator-pro's wildly popular "Steam Brick" mod went viral earlier this year, Redditor Michael Gutensohn unveiled another standout creation with a slightly different twist. Gutensohn's Reddit post describes Bento as "a Steam Deck in a keyboard," created by squeezing the console's internal hardware into a wireless Apple Magic Keyboard. The result is a o

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Robotaxis coming to UK streets in 2026 as Wayve and Uber team up

techspot.com Cal Jeffrey 2025-09-25 20:47:00

Why it matters: Robotaxis have been in testing across the US for years, but they have yet to go mainstream. Efforts by various companies have stalled due to accidents, legal hurdles, and widespread public skepticism. Now, one US firm is partnering with a UK technology provider to push ahead with international trials. Wayve has announced a partnership with Uber to bring autonomous ridesharing to the UK. The pilot follows the passage of Britain's Automated Vehicles Act (AVA), which legalizes the

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Google offers more buyouts to US employees, cracks down on remote workers

techspot.com Rob Thubron 2025-09-26 14:46:00

In brief: Google is once again reducing its headcount while cracking down on remote workers. The company has offered buyouts to employees across a number of divisions. It has also rolled out a new RTO mandate across more teams, giving employees the option of returning to the office or taking a voluntary exit package. Google's latest round of buyouts will be offered to employees in its knowledge and information (K&I) and central engineering units as well as marketing, research and communications

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Steam Next Fest is now live: Here are some of the best demos to try

techspot.com Daniel Sims 2025-09-26 15:17:00

The June 2025 Steam Next Fest will host hundreds of new free demos through Monday, June 16, at 1 PM ET. Several games showcased during last week's industry events are playable here, and some of the most intriguing selections are scheduled to launch within the next few weeks. Although Valve's event ends next week, some of the demos might remain available indefinitely. Hell is Us (launching September 4) This upcoming third-person shooter features fast-paced combat with surreal enemies as players

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Public gains unprecedented access to Webb telescope's vast cosmic survey

techspot.com Skye Jacobs 2025-09-26 16:59:00

The big picture: A new chapter in cosmic exploration has begun with the release of a vast, searchable database from the COSMOS-Web survey, granting the public unprecedented access to the deepest view of the universe ever captured by the James Webb Space Telescope. This milestone allows everyone from seasoned astronomers to curious enthusiasts to explore and analyze a treasure trove of celestial data that was once the exclusive domain of specialized researchers. The COSMOS-Web project – the larg

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Uber brings forward trialling driverless taxis in UK

feeds.bbci.co.uk Unknown 2025-09-25 10:30:42

Uber brings forward trialling driverless taxis in UK 2 days ago Share Save Zoe Kleinman • @zsk Technology editor Share Save Wayve A specially adapted Wayve-powered autonomous vehicle on the streets of London Uber will trial robotaxis - autonomous cars with no human safety driver at the wheel - in London next spring. The ride-hailing app will work with the UK artificial intelligence (AI) firm Wayve, which has been testing out the technology on the city's streets with human oversight, in line w

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German startup DeepL says latest Nvidia chips lets it translate the whole internet in just 18 days

cnbc.com Arjun Kharpal 2025-09-26 13:07:31

DeepL on Wednesday said it was deploying one of the latest Nvidia systems that would allow the German startup to translate the whole internet in just 18 days. This is sharply down from 194 days previously. , DeepL is a startup that has developed its own AI models for and competes with Google Translate. Nvidia is meanwhile looking to expand the customer base for its chips — which are designed to power artificial intelligence applications — beyond hyperscalers such as Microsoft and Amazon. It

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Meta launches AI 'world model' to advance robotics, self-driving cars

cnbc.com Ryan Browne 2025-09-26 17:05:32

Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta Platforms. Artificial intelligence has been an integral focus for the tech giant's leader amid competition from players like OpenAI, Microsoft and Google. Meta on Wednesday announced it's rolling out a new AI "world model" that can better understand the 3D environment and movements of physical objects. The tech giant, which owns popular social media apps Facebook and Instagram, said its new open-source AI model V-JEPA 2 can understand, predict and plan in the physi

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Influencer Sobs in Front of TikTok Headquarters After Getting Banned

futurism.com Unknown 2025-09-26 19:01:23

"Dad, they won't let me in," she screamed. The social media gods can be cruel. Just ask Natalie Reynolds, an influencer with millions of followers, who was so upset that she got banned from TikTok that she recently went to one of the social media company's offices and was filmed crying and screaming while on the phone with her dad. "Dad, they won't let me in," she screamed. "I need my TikTok account unbanned." Reynolds, who had 2.5 million followers on TikTok, was banned for apparently spark

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Lemony is a plug-and-play device for secure on-premise AI

venturebeat.com Dean Takahashi 2025-09-26 15:00:00

Lemony launched a simple-looking device to deliver on-premise artificial intelligence to redefine how organizations deploy generative AI. Lemony’s secure, hardware-based node offers enterprise-grade ‘AI in a Box,’ empowering companies to run advanced, end-to-end AI workflows privately, instantly, and without cloud dependence. Lemony has secured a $2M seed funding round led by True Ventures. Lemony’s AI nodes are stackable and scalable, creating small, modular AI compute clusters that support s

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Hershey’s Kisses will feature 151 original Pokémon chocolates

venturebeat.com Dean Takahashi 2025-09-26 15:00:00

Get ready, Trainers! The Hershey’s Kisses brand and The Pokémon Company International are introducing special-edition Hershey’s Kisses wrapped in collectible Pokémon foils. With 151 unique foil designs inspired by the original Kanto region Pokémon, every unwrapping is a chance to discover, trade and collect them all. From Pikachu to Mew, each Hershey’s Kisses chocolate is wrapped like a Poké Ball unveiling the classic, melt-in-your-mouth milk chocolate that fans have loved for generations. It’s

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Microsoft-backed Mistral launches European AI cloud to compete with AWS and Azure

venturebeat.com Michael Nuñez 2025-09-26 19:51:22

Join the event trusted by enterprise leaders for nearly two decades. VB Transform brings together the people building real enterprise AI strategy. Learn more Mistral AI, the French artificial intelligence startup, announced Wednesday a sweeping expansion into AI infrastructure that positions the company as Europe’s answer to American cloud computing giants, while simultaneously unveiling new reasoning models that rival OpenAI’s most advanced systems. The Paris-based company revealed Mistral Co

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For a limited time Mint is offering 3 months of its unlimited plan for just $45 in total

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-25 15:24:12

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Mint Mobile’s popular $15/month promotion on all 3-month plans has returned for new customers. After the promotional period, unlimited plans cost just $20/month if you pay for a year upfront or Mint now offers truly unlimited data without the harsh speed reduction after 40GB, though throttling may still occur during congestion. Mint Mobile discontinued its best promotion nearly half a year ago, but the good news is it’s finally back! For a limited ti

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Android 16’s Desktop Mode transforms your Pixel phone into a PC, and here’s how you can try it now

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-25 20:00:16

TL;DR Google is developing a DeX-like desktop mode for Android phones, and you can try it out now on supported Pixel devices with Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2. This feature projects a desktop-like environment with a taskbar and freeform windows to an external display, while the phone screen remains usable. The desktop mode experience requires a Pixel 8 or newer, the latest Android 16 QPR1 beta, and an external display. One of the most exciting pieces of Android news from last month’s Google I/O dev

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Is Visible Plus Pro worth the extra $10 a month?

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-25 21:21:21

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority I’ve been a big Visible fan for years. While it’s not the only carrier I use, it’s definitely the one I most often come back to. I’m also not the only one in our staff who favors it, as Joe Maring recently left T-Mobile for Visible. There’s a lot to like about Visible, and it only continues to get better. Earlier this spring, the Verizon-owned brand announced a new plan: the confusingly named Visible Plus Pro. Naming aside, I signed up to give it a try and se

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Android 16 wants to make your next phone trade-in process a lot faster

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-25 21:54:39

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Android 16 introduces a new “Trade-in Mode” to make trading in your old phone a faster process. This feature allows technicians to quickly access device details and run diagnostics by bypassing the usual setup wizard. Activating Trade-in Mode ensures security by forcing a factory reset on the next reboot, preventing misuse. The Android 16 update is rolling out to Pixel devices today. While Google’s official changelog is brief, the release is packed with n

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Google TV Streamer on sale: Take it home for $84

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-25 23:03:05

Joe Maring / Android Authority The Google TV Streamer rarely goes on sale. In fact, the very first time we saw it discounted was just this April. If you come across a good sale, it might be a good idea to consider it, and today you can take it home for $84. Buy the Google TV Streamer for $84 ($15.99 off) This offer is available from Amazon, but you can also get the same discount straight from the Google Store. We’re linking to the Amazon sale because we know many of you already like shopping t

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Apple’s Circle to Search competitor for iOS 26 looks awful

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-26 12:30:05

Earlier this week, during the WWDC keynote, Apple showed off its new iOS 26. For the first time since iOS 7 in 2013, Apple is revamping the operating system’s look and feel, introducing a very Windows Aero-esque design language called “Liquid Glass” (RIP Windows Vista), and since this was the flashy new thing at the keynote, it’s been the week’s hot topic. However, we also saw teasers of other new features that aren’t getting the same level of attention. Within the segment on iOS, for example,

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Android Find Hub can now precisely locate your Moto Tag trackers thanks to UWB

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-26 19:20:37

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Android’s newly renamed Find Hub announced support for UWB tracking last month, starting with Moto Tag trackers. This week a new Moto Tag firmware update has been spotted that implements UWB support. In order to take advantage of the precise tracking, you’ll need a UWB-compatible smartphone. Summer’s heating up, and for a whole lot of us, that means travel plans. But when you’re scrambling to pack, it can be all too easy to misplace something critical, l

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Google may soon add AI Mode to the Chrome browser

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-26 19:26:14

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing adding AI Mode in the Chrome browser. A shortcut for AI Mode appears in the New Tab page search box. If you don’t meet the requirements, clicking the shortcut will take you to a page with a “Learn more” button. Last month, Google began experimenting with prominent AI Mode placement in the Google app. Now, the tech giant is experimenting with adding AI Mode to the Chrome browser. Spotted by Windows Report, Google appears to be testing AI

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Apple will let third-party developers use Apple Intelligence models to empower their apps

9to5mac.com Benjamin Mayo 2025-09-24 19:32:17

Apple today announced a new framework, called Foundation Models, that will allow developers to access the same models that power on-device Apple Intelligence. This will let third-party apps easily offer AI features. Because these models run locally using the Apple Silicon chips on your iPhone or iPad, they can be made available wholly offline, and with no associated cloud API costs. This is the first time Apple is giving developers direct access to the power of these on-device foundation model

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iOS 26 adds light mode icon tinting and several new ways to customize the icons on your iPhone home screen

9to5mac.com Benjamin Mayo 2025-09-24 22:36:30

The iPhone home screen gets a brand new look with iOS 26, thanks to a visual overhaul featuring a brand new set of icons for all of Apple’s apps, as well as glass and reflection effects throughout. There are also more ways than ever for you to customize your icons, with new tinting options and styles. Here’s everything new. On earlier versions of iOS, you could choose from Default, Dark, Automatic or Tinted icon customization styles. Tinted mode would render your icon with a highlight gradient

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Google may soon add AI Mode to the Chrome browser

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iOS 26 adds light mode icon tinting and several new ways to customize the icons on your iPhone home screen

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