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The Wireless Power Consortium has started discussions to raise the Qi wireless charging output to 50W, aiming for a 2028 product launch with Xiaomi and others. This would double the current 25W limit for iPhone and Pixel devices.
Boeing 747 production ceased in 2023, marking the end of a 53-year journey since its first flight in 1970, with 1,574 units built.
The cause of the Pixel 10 Pro's blurry camera quality isn't dirty lenses but the default setting locked to 12MP. Here's how to unlock its full potential.
A detailed analysis of the I/O processor circuit boards used in the Space Shuttle, exploring advanced 1980s technologies such as multithreaded architecture, magnetic core memory, and fused ROM.
NASA plans to launch the nuclear-powered spacecraft "Space Reactor-1 Freedom" for Mars exploration by 2028 and deploy a small lunar reactor by 2030, highlighting nuclear energy as a new cornerstone technology for space exploration.
Japanese capsule toy maker Tarlin International has announced an official collaboration with ASRock, Gigabyte, MSI, and Intel to create detailed miniature PC parts that can be assembled for fun.
Ultra-thin smartphones released in 2025 struggled in the market. iPhone Air sold less than 1 million units, while Galaxy S25 Edge also faltered. As rumors of sequels arise, many hope Samsung will integrate its thin phone tech into its main series.
AYANEO unveils the second generation of its compact gaming handheld, "Pocket MICRO 2," featuring a 3.5-inch display and Snapdragon 865-class custom SoC starting at $239.
Teenage Engineering releases OS 2.5 for the EP-133 KO II sampler, introducing USB audio support, lo-fi sample rates, reverse functionality, an arpeggiator, and doubled recording time in its biggest update to date.
The Android video player LitPlayer debuts, offering direct access to network media like SMB, WebDAV, FTP, Jellyfin, and UPnP. It supports TV devices and boasts a lightweight installation size of just over 12MB.
Against the backdrop of rising memory prices, an enthusiast successfully demonstrated stable Windows 11 operation on a DDR1 motherboard using a Core 2 Quad Q6600 and an AGP graphics card, showcasing the potential of retro hardware.
Google's new Home Speaker, released in 2026, has received criticism for its sound quality, which reportedly falls short of the 2019 Nest Audio.
According to Bloomberg, Apple plans to skip releasing M6 Pro/Max/Ultra chips, moving directly to the M7 series. M5 Ultra is expected this year, while M7 chips will significantly enhance on-device AI processing starting in 2027.
Commodore has reduced the price of its privacy-focused flip feature phone, the Callback 8020, by $100. All models, except the Founders Edition, are now priced at $399. This strategic price revision, enabled by the use of secondhand memory and the removal of standard earphones, raises questions about its implications.
Leica announces the SL3-P, a new mirrorless camera featuring a 44-megapixel sensor, 8K video, and hybrid autofocus. Priced at $6,690, it forgoes the iconic red dot badge.
Valve announces Steam Machine pricing at $1,049 for the 512GB model and $1,349 for the 2TB model, revealing tough RAM procurement negotiations in a Gamers Nexus interview.
The Android 17 update brings native support for the LHDCv5 codec to Pixel devices, enabling high-quality audio playback even on non-LDAC wireless earphones. Here's how to activate it via Developer Options.
DDR2 memory contract prices surged by 55–60% in Q2 2026. Resource shifts to AI-targeted HBM production reveal a structural supply-demand crisis affecting legacy standards.
YouTuber TrashBench successfully modified a countertop ice maker to cool an RTX 3060, reducing gaming temperatures by up to 62% and achieving a remarkable 22°C while running Cyberpunk 2077. The project involved repurposing a beer fridge thermostat and battling water leaks.
NASA's Perseverance rover has traveled the marathon distance of 26.2 miles in just five years, uncovering traces of an ancient lake on Mars.