You Can Upgrade Your Old Roku Player or Roku TV With The Upgraded Roku Pro Remote 2 For Just $29.88
Roku has launched the Pro Remote 2, a $29.88 upgrade for existing Roku TVs and streaming players. The new remote features motion‑activated backlit buttons, a USB‑C charging port, a dedicated guide button, and a single rocket‑shaped shortcut button. It replaces the older micro‑USB remote and consolidates two programmable buttons into one. The device is available on Amazon and will ship with upcoming Roku Pro TVs.
Bambu Lab Overtakes Creality as the World's Top-Selling Budget 3D Printer Brand — Resurgence in 3D Printer Market Fueled by...
Bambu Lab seized the lead in the global entry‑level 3D printer market in 2025, capturing a 37% share of the sub‑$2,500 segment and overtaking Creality. The brand’s shipments surged 47% year‑over‑year in Q4 and 26% across the full year, helping...
“You’ll Get Good Performance with the OmniBook X Flip” As HP’s AI‑focused 2‑in‑1 Pairs Long Battery Life with Dependable Speed...
HP introduced the OmniBook X Flip 14, a mid‑range 2‑in‑1 laptop that pairs an Intel Core Ultra 5 226V processor with 16 GB RAM, a 512 GB SSD and a 2K touchscreen. The device boasts up to 22 hours of battery life and an integrated...
SWELECT Energy Evaluates Entry Into Wafer Manufacturing Business
SWELECT Energy Systems, a Chennai‑listed solar solutions firm, is evaluating entry into solar wafer manufacturing, aiming to launch within six months. The move aligns with the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy’s proposal to add wafers to the Approved List...
Roku vs Apple TV vs Fire TV vs Google TV – What Is The Best Streaming Player For Cord Cutting?...
Roku emerged as the clear favorite in a Cord Cutters News survey of over 3,000 streaming‑device users, capturing 58% of the vote. Apple TV, Google TV and Fire TV followed with 17%, 13% and 12% respectively. Respondents praised Roku’s simple,...
We’ve Been Sabotaging Our Phone Batteries for No Good Reason
The article challenges the common practice of capping smartphone charging at 80‑85%, arguing that the trade‑off sacrifices immediate capacity for a marginal long‑term gain. While the science behind limiting high voltage and temperature is sound, most users see reduced daily...
Best Meta Glasses (2026): Ray-Ban, Oakley, AR
Meta unveiled its second‑generation Ray‑Ban Wayfarer glasses, branding them as Meta Glasses Gen 2, with a 12‑MP camera, up to eight hours of battery life, and interchangeable lenses for prescription or sunglass use. The company also released two Oakley‑styled models –...
IPhone 18 Pro Max Launching Soon: New Cherry Colour Variant, Price, Processor and Expected Upgrades
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to launch with new color options—including Light Blue, Dark Cherry, Dark Grey and Silver—a 6.9‑inch ProMotion OLED display and the A20 chip built on TSMC’s 2 nm process. The device may house the...
Why I'm Recommending Last Year's Phones over 2026 Models - with One Exception
The 2026 smartphone market is being squeezed by a global DRAM and NAND shortage, pushing memory costs up 3‑fold and forcing manufacturers to raise prices or trim specs. Mid‑range models like Google’s Pixel 10a and Samsung’s Galaxy A57 show little hardware progression...
Trump-Branded AI Data Center Megaproject Stalls, CEO Departs
The Trump‑branded Fermi America AI data center, billed as the world’s largest, stalled after CEO Toby Neugebauer abruptly departed, sending shares lower following a 75% decline over six months. The project still lacks an anchor hyperscaler tenant and faces cooling‑system...
This Logitech Gaming Mouse Is Unlike Any Tech I've Ever Used –It's Completely Wild
Logitech unveiled the G Pro X2 Superstrike, a premium gaming mouse that swaps traditional mechanical clicks for a haptic inductive trigger system. The sensor‑based buttons deliver adjustable click travel and feedback through the G Hub app, letting users fine‑tune actuation depth for different game...
Analog IC Design Consulting Services
AnySilicon offers a matchmaking platform that connects semiconductor companies with experienced analog IC design consultants and design houses. The service covers a broad portfolio, including power‑management, sensor interfaces, data converters, high‑voltage, amplifiers, PLLs, and custom analog IP. By gathering a...
ASIC Design Consulting Services | Expert ASIC Design Consultants
AnySilicon has launched a matchmaking platform that connects companies with vetted ASIC design consultants and design houses covering analog, mixed‑signal, RF, digital, and full‑custom development. The service offers end‑to‑end support—from architecture and verification through physical design, tape‑out, and MPW prototyping—leveraging...
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Vs. Galaxy Z Flip 6: It's Probably Time to Upgrade Soon
Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy Z Flip 8, likely on July 22, with an Exynos 2600 processor, a larger 4.1‑inch cover screen, and a modest battery bump to 4,300 mAh with Qi2 wireless charging. The device retains 12 GB of RAM and...
Taiwan Plays 'Central Role' In AI-Based Computing Transition: Google
Google senior vice president Rick Osterloh said Taiwan is central to the company’s shift toward AI‑based computing, highlighting the island’s R&D strength and partnerships with MediaTek and TSMC. The New Taipei hardware engineering center, Google’s largest outside the U.S., supports a...
What’s Next for the Thales Sonar Systems Destined for Cancelled U.S. Navy Frigates?
Thales Defense has already delivered the first two CAPTAS‑4 variable depth sonar (VDS) sets to the U.S. Navy, with the third and fourth units completed in France and production paused for the remaining two. The sonar can be containerized, allowing...
Chasing a 'Slightly Ridiculous' 250mph Goal: Engineer Behind the World’s Fastest 3D-Printed, Drone-Powered RC Car Pushes for a New Record
Stephen Wallis, a part‑time motorcycle engineer, holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest radio‑controlled car at 234.7 mph. His current build, The Beast, uses 3D‑printed parts and four drone motors directly mounted to the wheels. Wallis is now developing Project 250,...
Ashwini Vaishnaw Calls 3DGS Semiconductor Plant Foundation in Odisha a 'Historic Day
Union Minister Ashish Vaishnaw hailed the foundation‑laying of a 3D Glass Solutions semiconductor plant in Odisha as a historic milestone, underscoring the state’s shift toward high‑tech manufacturing. The project, backed by investors such as Intel and Lockheed Martin, will produce 69,600 glass‑panel substrates and...
NAB 2026: Cobalt Digital Introduces blueCORE Standalone Processors for SDI and ST 2110 Workflows
Cobalt Digital unveiled its blueCORE family of standalone processors at NAB Show 2026, targeting both SDI and ST 2110/IPMX live‑production workflows. The 1RU units consume less than 80 W for the IP version and support up to four 3G or a single...
InnoCN GA27S1Q 27-Inch Monitor Review: This QD-OLED Panel Sports a High Refresh Rate and a Low Price Tag that Should...
InnoCN’s GA27S1Q is a 27‑inch QD‑OLED monitor that ships for roughly $400, dramatically undercutting comparable LG, Samsung and Asus models. It delivers a 280 Hz refresh rate, 0.03 ms response time, 98 % DCI‑P3 color coverage and a 1.5 million:1 contrast ratio, positioning it...
Buying a Laptop Under ₹70000 in 2026 Makes the Decision Easier, Thanks to Apple
Laptops priced under ₹70,000 (about $840) in India now combine strong performance, sleek designs, and reliable battery life, giving buyers a range of options across macOS and Windows. The Apple MacBook Neo stands out as an entry‑level Mac with a 13‑inch Liquid Retina display,...
Google Quantum AI Is Now Accepting Proposals for Early Access to Their Willow Quantum Processor
Google Quantum AI announced an early‑access program for its Willow quantum processor, inviting external researchers to submit proposals. The initiative targets projects that can demonstrate high‑impact scientific breakthroughs or novel quantum results. Proposals must be submitted by May 15, 2026, with successful...
ST Telemedia and SuperX Launch AI Innovation Center in Singapore
ST Telemedia Global Data Centres and SuperX AI Technology have launched an AI Innovation Centre in Singapore’s STT Singapore 5 facility. The centre provides on‑premise access to NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs, Intel Xeon Gold CPUs and 400 Gbps InfiniBand to accelerate AI...
Qjump: Shallow-Circuit Quantum Sampling Guides Combinatorial Optimization On up to 104 Superconducting Qubits, Qjump Assists in Searching the Ground States...
Researchers at Zhejiang University introduced Qjump, a hybrid quantum‑classical algorithm that uses shallow quantum circuits to sample low‑energy states of Ising models. Demonstrated on a 104‑qubit superconducting processor, Qjump outperformed fixed‑parameter QAOA and a highly tuned simulated annealing baseline. The...
When Light Gets Trapped at Nanoscale: New Ways to Power the Future of Optoelectronics From Bound States in the Continuum...
Researchers have highlighted photonic bound states in the continuum (BICs) as a breakthrough for nanoscale light trapping, enabling ultra‑compact, chip‑compatible metasurfaces. A recent review by Do and Ha surveys material platforms, topological BIC variants, and emerging machine‑learning design methods, illustrating...
A Reusable Chip for Particulate Matter Sensing
Researchers at Ajou University have unveiled a reusable chip that combines surface acoustic wave (SAW) sensing with porous membranes to selectively detect PM10 and PM2.5 particles. The device uses two filter membranes (≈11 µm and ≈3 µm pores) and an on‑chip microheater...
Chemically Accurate Molecular Simulations Demonstrated on IQM Sirius Hardware
Researchers from India, Singapore and the USA used IQM's 24‑qubit Sirius superconducting processor to achieve chemically accurate molecular simulations via Sample‑based Quantum Diagonalization (SQD). The study compared two ansätze—Local Unitary Cluster Jastrow (LUCJ) and Linear‑CNOT Unitary Coupled‑Cluster (LCNot‑UCCSD)—showing LUCJ’s shallow...
European Consortium Launches €50 Million SPINS Pilot Line to Industrialize Semiconductor Quantum Chips
The European Union’s Chips Act has funded a €50 million (≈$55 million) SPINS pilot line to industrialise semiconductor‑based spin‑qubit chips. Led by imec and backed by 25 partners—including Infineon, STMicroelectronics and Fraunhofer IPMS—the initiative creates a 300 mm CMOS pathway for Si/SiGe, Ge/GeSi and...
Clear-Com Unveils FreeSpeak Cell
Clear-Com introduced FreeSpeak Cell, a cellular‑based wireless intercom system that runs on LTE and 5G networks. Debuting at the 2026 NAB Show, the solution targets large‑scale productions by leveraging public and private cellular infrastructure instead of traditional RF spectrum. It supports...
SDT and IonQ Expand Strategic Cooperation via Resource Utilization Agreement
South Korean quantum‑tech firm SDT Inc. has signed a resource utilization agreement with U.S. quantum‑computing leader IonQ, embedding IonQ’s trapped‑ion hardware into SDT’s hybrid cloud platform QuREKA. The deal transforms QuREKA from a connectivity gateway into an execution‑focused environment where...
Taiwan Space Agency Prepares A Satellite-Grade General-Purpose GPU For Commercialisation
On 15 April 2025, Taiwan Space Agency (TASA) licensed its satellite‑grade general‑purpose GPU to Liscotech for commercial use. The GPGPU, built on NVIDIA chips with a radiation‑hard, modular design, flew aboard the Black Kite‑1 CubeSat on SpaceX’s Transporter‑15 mission in November 2025. In‑orbit...
I Didn’t Expect These Earbuds to Win Me over with Such a Rare Feature
Google’s Pixel Buds 2a introduce a rare, user‑replaceable charging‑case battery secured by two Torx screws, allowing owners to swap the battery in minutes. The replacement battery is sold for $30 on iFixit, making a practical repair option available shortly after launch....
Faraday Delivers IP Solutions to Enable Endpoint AI Based on UMC's 28nm SST eFlash
Faraday Technology announced a comprehensive 28 nm SST‑ESF4 eFlash IP solution that bundles a flash controller, built‑in self‑test, and silicon‑proven analog and high‑speed PHYs. The offering also includes a suite of peripheral IPs—SRAM, USB, PLL, ADC/DAC, RTC, temperature sensor, oscillator and...
A New Approach for 10 kV GaN
Researchers at Ariona State University have introduced a plasma‑based edge‑termination technique that removes etching and passivation steps for 10 kV GaN power devices. The method creates resistive regions in the top p‑GaN layer using hydrogen plasma, yielding a more uniform electric...
Unifying III-Vs and Silicon with an RF Interposer
imec unveiled a second‑generation 300 mm RF silicon interposer that bridges silicon logic with III‑V power devices such as InP and GaN. The platform uses DuPont’s low‑loss XP80 polymer and three copper redistribution layers to deliver record‑low insertion loss—0.30 dB/mm at 140 GHz...
Diode Improvements Drive Fibre Laser Growth
Advances in GaAs diode technology have slashed the $/Watt cost of industrial fibre lasers, fueling a market that now exceeds $23 billion annually. The superior efficiency and reliability of fibre lasers have displaced CO₂ and Nd:YAG systems across metal marking, cutting...
Accelerating GaN-on-Silicon RF Power Amplification
Researchers at Nanyang Technological University and A*STAR have demonstrated a GaN‑on‑silicon HEMT that delivers 0.67 W mm⁻¹ output at 123 GHz using a 10 V drain bias, marking the first power‑amplification result beyond 100 GHz for this platform. The device employs a 5 nm AlN barrier,...
Asymmetry Spawns Superior SiC Superjunctions
Researchers at Rohm have unveiled a unified analytical framework for silicon‑carbide (SiC) superjunction devices that incorporates crystal‑axis impact‑ionisation anisotropy and arbitrary geometric asymmetry. By tuning the width and doping of n‑ and p‑type pillars, the asymmetric semi‑superjunction design reduces specific...
Stress-Tested, Future-Ready GaN
Infineon is scaling lateral GaN HEMTs that combine ultra‑low on‑state resistance with high breakdown voltage, leveraging GaN’s 3.44 eV bandgap and high electron mobility. The company’s reliability program adds accelerated lifetime tests, wafer‑level DHTOL screening and extensive statistical analysis to exceed...
I Own All Four Galaxy Buds Pro: This One Has The Best ANC And Sound Quality
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds lineup now spans four premium true‑wireless models, from the original Buds Pro to the newly released Buds 4 Pro priced at $249. In side‑by‑side tests, the Buds 4 Pro topped the field in active‑noise‑cancelling performance and delivered the most balanced sound, while...
Toshiba Ships SmartMCD Samples with Zero-Speed Sensorless FOC for Automotive BLDC Motors
Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage has begun shipping engineering samples of the TB9M030FG, the newest SmartMCD motor‑control device for automotive BLDC applications. The chip merges a 32‑bit Cortex‑M0 MCU and gate driver while delivering a proprietary sensor‑less field‑oriented control (FOC)...
7 Devices in Your Home that Really Shouldn’t Be on Wi-Fi
The article argues that seven common home devices—TVs and streaming boxes, PCs and game consoles, printers, storage servers, and mesh router nodes—should be connected via Ethernet instead of Wi‑Fi whenever possible. While Wi‑Fi 7 promises up to 46 Gbps, real‑world constraints keep...
I Was Using My Steam Deck Wrong Until I Made This One Change
Dave Meikleham discovered that pairing his Steam Deck with a $40 Baseus dock dramatically expands the handheld’s capabilities. The dock provides HDMI output, USB ports, and a built-in stand, letting users connect keyboards, mice, and the 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 controller. In...
7 ESP32 Projects You Can Do in 1 Hour
The article showcases seven ESP32‑based projects that can be assembled in an hour or less, ranging from a Bluetooth proxy to a WLED LED controller. Each build leverages the ESP32’s built‑in Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth, keeping component costs under five dollars....
'I've Read Your Reviews': AOC Says Its Software Is 'One of the Most Highlighted' Problems and It's 'Finally, Finally' Updating...
AOC has admitted that its on‑screen display (OSD) software is a frequent source of criticism among gamers. At a press event in Croatia, the company announced a refreshed OSD that consolidates a unified, color‑coded interface across its Gaming, Agon, and...
Adaptable Film Camera Shoots Photos in Any Frame Size You Want
Exposing Engineering’s VZ‑6617 medium‑format camera, now on Kickstarter, lets photographers change frame sizes mid‑roll using a 3D‑printed masking guide. The variable‑zone film gate supports formats from 6×6 up to 6×17 on a single 120 mm roll, eliminating the need for multiple...
Hot-Swappable Hard Drives Seemed Brilliant in the '90s—Here's Why Iomega Jaz Never Stood a Chance
In the 1990s Iomega introduced the Jaz drive, a hot‑swappable cartridge that delivered 1 GB and later 2 GB of removable storage, mimicking the speed of an internal hard drive. While the concept filled a gap between floppy disks and expensive external...
Desperate Gamer Bakes Dying GTX 1080 in an Oven to Fix It and It Actually Works
A Reddit gamer revived a dying eight‑year‑old Gigabyte GTX 1080 by baking it in a home oven at roughly 210‑220 °C for ten minutes. After standard fixes like repasting and driver updates failed, the extreme heat temporarily restored the GPU, allowing it...
The Best Class 1 E-Bikes Right Now, According to Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports released its 2026 roundup of the best Class 1 e‑bikes as federal EV subsidies wind down. The list highlights five models that balance price, performance, and rider experience, from the premium Gazelle Medeo T1 at $3,000 to the budget-friendly...
DigiFlight Introduces Phoenix Mixed-Reality Trainer For Apache Crews
DigiFlight Inc. unveiled the Phoenix Mixed‑Reality Flight Training Device for AH‑64 Apache crews at the Army Aviation Warfighting Summit in Nashville. The system combines a full‑scale cockpit replica, mixed‑reality visuals, and a high‑fidelity aerodynamic model to simulate pilot and gunner...