Top 5 Thin and Light Laptops Under 1.5kg in India: From Apple MacBook Air M5 to Lenovo Yoga Slim 7
A new roundup spotlights the five thinnest laptops under 1.5 kg available in India, ranging from the ASUS Zenbook S14 at ₹130,990 (~$1,580) to the Samsung Galaxy Book 6 Pro at ₹212,790 (~$2,560). The list highlights premium features such as 3K OLED panels, AI‑focused processors delivering up to 50 TOPS, and battery lives that stretch to 18 hours. Apple’s fan‑less MacBook Air M5 leads on efficiency, while Acer and Lenovo offer budget‑friendly options with AI NPU and 4K displays. Prices span roughly $990 to $2,560, giving buyers a clear performance‑to‑cost spectrum.
ST Redefines Entry-Level MCU Performance and Value
STMicroelectronics introduced the STM32C5, a new entry‑level microcontroller built on its 40 nm process, promising noticeably faster execution than typical low‑cost MCUs. The chip targets a wide range of consumer and industrial devices, from smart thermostats to EV chargers, while keeping...
Seoul Viosys Gearing Up for $60B AI Data Center Optical Communications Market
Seoul Viosys is leveraging its proprietary “No‑wire, No‑package” patents and recent VCSEL acquisition to enter the fast‑growing AI‑driven data‑center optical market, estimated at $60 billion. The company has completed a 100 G (25 G×4) transceiver design and is shifting from component supply to...
RIL to Set up India’s Largest Data Centre Cluster in Andhra Pradesh
Reliance Industries announced a ₹1.6 lakh crore (~$17 billion) investment to build India’s largest data‑centre cluster in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The giga‑scale AI facility will total 1.5 GW of capacity across three phases, with a 500 MW first phase slated for commercial operation by October 2028 and...
3 Of The Best Uses For Your Old Chromebook
When a Chromebook reaches its Auto Update Expiry, many users discard it, but the device can still serve useful roles. It can be transformed into a DIY home‑security camera using web‑based or Android apps, a digital photo frame that streams...
Why Aircraft Carriers Are the Best (and Worst) Place for Laser Weapons
In October 2025 the Nimitz‑class carrier USS George H.W. Bush successfully used a 20 kW palletized high‑energy laser (P‑HEL) to track, engage and neutralize 17 hostile drones, including swarms, during a live‑fire test. The system, derived from AV’s LOCUST laser and supplied by the Army’s...
Rethinking Foundry Dominance: Three Critical Misconceptions in the $402B Semiconductor Manufacturing Landscape
The Yole Group report estimates the global semiconductor foundry market at $402 billion in 2026, with 2025 revenue at $386 billion and a projected 6.7% CAGR through 2031. While TSMC is often quoted as holding about 72% of the open‑foundry market, its...
Seagate Technology Holdings PLC (STX) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Seagate reported Q3 2025 revenue of $2.16 billion, up 31% year‑over‑year but down 7% sequentially due to temporary supply constraints. Non‑GAAP gross profit rose 81% YoY, with gross margin expanding to 36.2% and operating margin reaching a historic 23.5%. The company...
Fiber Frenzy
Comcast has begun connecting the first residents of Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, to its multi‑gigabit symmetrical fiber network. The rollout will eventually serve more than 6,000 addresses across Bloomsburg, Hemlock Township and Scott Township, with full deployment targeted for 2027. Meanwhile, Archtop...
Review: Walmart’s New Onn 4K Google TV Stick (2026 Model) Delivers Strong Value in a Compact Package
Walmart has launched the 2026 onn 4K Google TV Stick, a $39.98 HDMI stick that upgrades the previous puck design with a slimmer form factor and USB‑C power. The device runs a polished Google TV interface, adds Gemini AI voice...
Can the UK's Data Centre Boom Go Green?
The UK’s data‑centre sector is expanding rapidly, with capacity expected to double by 2030, raising concerns about its electricity demand. Analysts argue that the growth can be aligned with the nation’s net‑zero goals if power‑intensive facilities are powered by renewable...
Players Are Suing Nintendo over Switch 2 Accessory Price Hikes After Ruling that Companies Are to Be Issued Tariff Refunds
Nintendo’s Switch 2 launched at $499.99 amid controversy over steep accessory price hikes tied to U.S. tariffs. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled the Trump administration lacked authority to impose those tariffs, prompting Nintendo to sue the government for a full refund...
Steam Controller Price Comparison: Here's How Valve's Controller Measures Up
Valve announced the Steam Controller will ship on May 4 for $99, positioning it between mainstream gamepads and premium offerings. The price sits above the Xbox Wireless Controller ($65) and PlayStation 5 DualSense ($74) but well below elite models like the Xbox...
Building a Z590 I7-11700K Rocket Lake System with Strix Mobo: Questions About a TPM Module
A user with an ASUS Strix Z590‑E motherboard and an Intel i7‑11700K Rocket Lake CPU discovered that Windows 11 still requires a separate TPM 2.0 module, despite the processor being on the OS’s eligibility list. The board’s documentation notes the TPM is...
Can Your HDMI Cable Output 4K? Here's What To Look For
Not every HDMI cable can deliver true 4K resolution; only cables meeting HDMI 1.4 or later specifications can. The cable’s speed rating—High Speed, Premium High Speed, or Ultra High Speed—signals support for HDMI 1.4, 2.0, or 2.1 respectively, dictating maximum refresh rates....
These High-Tech 'Smart Scopes' Could Be America's Best Answer To Enemy Drones
The U.S. Marine Corps is fielding the SMASH 2000L, an Israeli‑developed smart scope that attaches to M4 carbines to counter drone threats. Awarded a $13 million contract in June 2025, the device uses AI‑driven image processing to detect, lock, and track hostile...
Govee Launches Wild, Colorful and Pixel-Dense Ceiling Light Ultra
Govee unveiled the Ceiling Light Ultra, a 21‑inch disk‑shaped panel packed with more than 600 ultra‑dense LEDs that can display AI‑generated scenes, music‑sync visuals, and over 100 lighting effects. The unit supports sunrise‑sunset scheduling and can render custom images, turning...
Noctua Releases Official 3D CAD Models for Its Cooling Fans
Cooling‑fan specialist Noctua has made official 3D CAD models of its entire fan portfolio available for download on its website. The models faithfully reproduce external dimensions and mounting points, while internal impeller geometry is slightly altered to protect IP. Noctua...
BIG AI Cluster Little Power the 8x NVIDIA GB10 Cluster
In April 2026 the team assembled an eight‑node NVIDIA GB10 (Grace Blackwell) cluster, surpassing NVIDIA’s official support of two‑node DAC and later four‑node topologies. The build leverages a 400 GbE MikroTik CRS804 DDQ switch for RDMA‑enabled ConnectX‑7 networking, a Cisco Catalyst C1300‑12XT‑2X for 10 GbE...
Sencore’s VB440 Monitoring, Analysis Tool Debuts at NAB Show
Sencore unveiled its VB440 high‑density monitoring and analysis platform at the 2026 NAB Show in Las Vegas, alongside the MRD 8000 receiver‑decoder, AFN Platform, OmniHub series, and TXS 3800 transcoder. The VB440 is NMOS‑certified, supports up to 80 Gbps of simultaneous SMPTE 2110/IPMX streams,...
Near-Zero-CTE Dielectric Targets 224 Gb/S AI Links
Advanced Chip and Circuit Materials, Inc. introduced two new PCB dielectric materials, Celeritas HM50 and HM001, targeting AI and high‑speed digital designs. HM50 features a negative coefficient of thermal expansion (‑8 ppm/°C) while HM001 is engineered to be near‑zero CTE, both...
APEC 2026: Infineon Addresses AI Data Center Power Density Challenges with TLVR Quad-Phase Module
At APEC 2026 Infineon unveiled the TDM24745T, a TLVR‑based quad‑phase power module designed for AI server point‑of‑load applications. The 9 × 10 × 5 mm³ device delivers up to 320 A peak current with a current density over 2 A/mm², integrating power stages, a TLVR inductor and...
AI Is Confronting a Supply-Chain Crunch
AI adoption surged in early 2026 as developers engaged in “tokenmaxxing,” driving a four‑fold rise in weekly tokens processed on platforms like OpenRouter. This unprecedented workload increase exposed a chronic shortfall in GPU and accelerator supply, with manufacturers unable to...
Self-Powered Fibers Can Spot Oil Contamination and Heat Buildup Within Milliseconds
Researchers at National Taiwan University unveiled a self‑powered fiber sensor that instantly detects oil contamination and rising temperatures. The fiber generates distinct electrical signals when contacting water versus oil and intensifies output as it heats, changing color from blue to...
This Eufy Robot Lawnmower Is 59% Off Right Now
Eufy’s Robot Lawn Mower E15 is on sale for $949.99, a 59% discount from its $2,299.99 launch price. The mower uses camera‑based Pure Vision navigation instead of boundary wires or an RTK antenna, allowing hands‑free mapping of up to 0.2...
This LG Portable Projector Comes with a Free Soundbar - and We Highly Recommend It
LG’s CineBeam Q portable projector is now offered at $800 after a $500 discount, and includes a free LG S40T soundbar valued at $170. The 3‑lb device delivers 4K resolution, HDR10, Dolby Atmos and runs LG’s webOS with access to...
World ID Makes Case for Enterprise-Scale Authentication, but some Aren’t Buying It
World ID, the iris‑scanning identity platform co‑founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, announced new enterprise‑grade features and partnerships with Zoom, DocuSign, Shopify, Okta, Tinder and VanEck. The upgrade adds multi‑key support, account‑based architecture, key rotation, recovery and session management to...
Laifen P3 Pro Review 2026: A Tiny, Powerful Shaver That Happens to Look Good
The Laifen P3 Pro electric shaver, priced at $180, offers a premium aluminum unibody that rivals higher‑priced rivals like Panasonic’s Series 900S. Its dual‑drive linear motors provide 100 minutes of runtime and USB‑C fast charging, a rarity in the shaver market. In real‑world use...
Images of Samsung's Rumored Smart Glasses Have Leaked
Samsung’s first smart‑glasses, codenamed “Jinju,” have been spotted in leaked images, showing a sleek design with a 12MP camera, Snapdragon AR1 chip, and bone‑conduction speakers. The device runs on the Android XR wearables platform and integrates Google’s Gemini chatbot, with...
Nikon’s APDIS MV5X Laser Radar Sets a New Standard
Nikon Corp. has launched the APDIS MV5X, the newest model in its laser‑radar metrology line. The MV5X delivers up to six times faster scanning than the prior MV4x0 series while weighing less than 12 kg, making it portable and suitable for...
Experts Call for Halt of AI Chip Exports to China After White House Distillation Warning
The White House warned that China is running industrial‑scale campaigns to distill U.S. frontier AI models, prompting advocacy group Americans for Responsible Innovation to call for an immediate halt to U.S. exports of advanced AI chips. The letter specifically targets...
Some iPhone 17 Devices Won't Turn on After Their Batteries Run Out
Reports are emerging that certain iPhone 17 models, including the Air and Pro Max, will not power on after the battery is fully depleted. Users on Reddit and iFixit describe phones remaining dead despite being connected to a charger for...
Russian-Chinese Irtysh 32-Core CPU Runs The Witcher 3 at 30+ FPS — Heavyweight Chip Still Imposes CPU Bottleneck Despite Impressive...
The Russian‑Chinese Irtysh C632, a 32‑core LoongArch processor licensed from China’s Loongson, was shown running *The Witcher 3* at roughly 22‑32 FPS on ultra settings and 25‑38 FPS on low settings at 1080p. Despite its high core count and 2.1 GHz clock, the chip...
Indium Corp Gains $3.2m DOE TRACE-Ga Grant to Establish Domestic High-Purity Gallium Recovery
Indium Corp of Clinton, New York has secured a $3.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy’s TRACE‑Ga program to develop a domestic process for recovering high‑purity gallium from manufacturing by‑products. The initiative marks the first effort to re‑establish U.S....
OpenAI Reportedly Working on Its Own Smartphone Based Around AI Agents
OpenAI is reportedly developing its own AI‑powered smartphone that centers on autonomous AI agents. Analyst Ming‑Chi Kuo says the device will run on custom MediaTek or Qualcomm silicon and be assembled by Luxshare, the same contract manufacturer behind iPhones. The...
I Tried This Bluetti Power Station with Wheels - Now Every Other Charger Feels Outdated
The Bluetti Elite 400 portable power station packs a 3,840 Wh LiFePO₄ battery and delivers up to 2,600 W continuous power, positioning it as a robust solution for home backup, camping, and RV use. Its standout feature is a built‑in wheel‑and‑handle system that...
Beatbot Launches Solar-Powered Autonomous Pool Skimmer
Beatbot has launched the iSkim Ultra, a solar‑powered autonomous pool skimmer for residential use. The device runs on a 24‑watt solar panel with a 10,000 mAh battery for night operation and includes a magnetic wireless‑charging dock for low‑light conditions. Equipped with...
New Steam Hardware Releasing Early 2026. The Steam Controller, Steam Machine and Steam Frame (VR Goggles).
Valve announced a new Steam hardware family slated for early 2026, comprising a revamped Steam Controller, a compact Steam Machine console, and the Steam Frame VR headset. The Machine is positioned as a low‑cost PC‑console hybrid with spec‑level performance slightly...
Canon Medical Systems USA: Made for Every Life: Canon Medical’s Humane, High-Impact Imaging
Canon Medical Systems USA is expanding its high‑impact imaging portfolio with AI‑driven CT, 4D CT, and vendor‑neutral interoperability to tackle staffing shortages and cost pressures in U.S. healthcare. The company’s AI‑enabled workflow tools have cut scan steps by 40% and...
Clicks Communicator Shipping Timeline Is Confirmed, but It Won’t Start Until the End of the Year
Clicks has confirmed that its Communicator, a niche Android phone with a BlackBerry‑style keyboard and a stacked display, will begin production and ship to reservation holders in Q4 2026. The company will roll out software previews in May, showcase working units...
Apple ‘Ultra’ 2026: A New iPhone, MacBook Tier May Be Coming
Apple is reportedly expanding its Ultra branding beyond wearables, targeting a foldable iPhone Ultra and a high‑end MacBook Ultra. The iPhone Ultra would launch as a standalone flagship in the fall of 2026, sitting above the Pro line, while the...
Steam Controller: The Ars Technica Review
Valve's upcoming Steam Controller, priced at $99, aims to replace generic gamepads with a device tailored for PC and the forthcoming Steam Machine. After weeks of hands‑on testing, Ars Technica notes the controller feels solid and ergonomically designed, with well‑placed...
Steam Controller Launches May 4 for $99
Valve announced the Steam Controller will ship on May 4 at 10 a.m. PT for $99 (≈£85, about $105; €99, about $108). The device combines magnetic TMR thumbsticks, high‑definition rumble, a grip‑enabled gyro and dual trackpads, all configurable through Steam Input. It...
Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Drops to $199, but only in One Color
Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, normally priced at $499, is now listed on Woot for $199, representing a 60% discount. The deal applies exclusively to the white Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi model, with the black bezel version unavailable. The promotion runs for only four...
Lessons From 2015: The Steam Controller Returns as a 'True Gamepad'
Valve is reviving the Steam Controller in 2026 as a true gamepad, built by halving the Steam Deck’s design and adding standard inputs like a second thumbstick, D‑pad, and tilted trackpads. The new controller retains the original’s trackpads, gyro, and...
Valve's Steam Controller Costs $99 and Arrives May 4
Valve announced that its Steam Controller will hit stores on May 4 for $99 in the United States. The gamepad works exclusively with Steam and the Steam Link app, linking PCs, Macs, mobile devices and the Steam Deck. It features...
Valve Says Its New Controller Is Shipping Before The Steam Machine Because It’s Unaffected By RAM Shortage And Is ‘Ready...
Valve announced that its new Steam Controller is shipping now, ahead of the delayed Steam Machine and Steam Frame. Designer Lawrence Yang confirmed the controller is unaffected by the industry‑wide RAM shortage because it contains no memory modules. While the...
Steam Controller Developer Interview — Valve Talks Design, the Learning Curve, and the Lack of Kernel Drivers
Valve has unveiled its first new hardware since the Steam Deck OLED: the Steam Controller, a $99 gamepad designed to extend the Deck’s input suite to the living‑room TV setup. The controller mirrors the Deck’s layout, adds Grip Sense and...
'Millimeters Matter:' Making the Steam Controller 'Just Work' On Day One
Valve’s revamped Steam Controller launches with a plug‑and‑play "Steam Puck" that streamlines pairing, charging, and firmware updates, delivering the promised "just works" experience. The device inherits ergonomic lessons from the Steam Deck, featuring an improved D‑pad, repositioned rear buttons, and...
Valve Steam Controller Review: Every Input to PC Game From the Sofa
Valve’s Steam Controller offers a fully‑featured, highly customizable PC gaming experience, featuring TMR joysticks, touchpads, back buttons, and a 35‑hour battery life. At roughly 292 g (0.64 lb), it feels solid and comparable to an Xbox controller, though a bit heavy. The...