Each Vision Pro headset costs Apple $1,500 to manufacture
The displays alone make up more than a third of the spatial computer's bill of materials
Electronics
The latest consumer electronics, from smart home devices to cool gadgets that are bound to be industry-changing.
Lenovo's new concept ThinkBook laptop comes with a transparent display
Lenovo is marketing its latest laptops as "AI PCs"
Meet the smartphone with a week-long battery life: the 28,000mAh Energizer Hard Case P28K
Thicker than a brick, too
microSD and SD Card Buying Guide: Speed Classes & What to Buy
Portable flash memory has never been more versatile, and you will be pleasantly surprised by the widespread availability of high-speed, large-capacity microSD and SD cards these days. In this guide, we explain all the speed classes, plus give you handy buying recommendations.
New multi-threading technique promises to double processing speeds
'SHMT' also sliced power usage by 51% compared to existing techniques
Nokia's Virtual Power Plant aims to turn cell tower battery packs into a monetization opportunity
Using energy stored in batteries to make money with a new software platform
Google Pixel Fold 2 foldable phone leaked in high-res renders
Google could introduce the Pixel Fold 2 in June
Xiaomi takes potshots at Apple iPad Pro with its new flagship tablet
The tablet wars are heating up
Asus expands single-board computer line with new Tinker Board 3N models
NUC-sized Arm computing technology for versatile embedded applications
DVD-like optical disc could store 1.6 petabits (or 200 terabytes) on 100 layers
Researchers showcase 1-petabit optical disc for more efficient mass storage
Hemispherical solar cells could significantly improve sunlight absorption
Enhancing light absorption with photovoltaic tech thanks to 3D finite element analysis
Apple doubles iPhone 15's advertised battery lifespan ahead of EU regulations
iPhone 15 batteries can now retain 80% of their capacity at 1,000 charge cycles
Walmart confirms Vizio acquisition for $2.3 billion
Walmart could put Vizio's smart TV ad platform to good use
Wyze cameras were once again letting users see other people's homes after cloud outage
Some users were able to see thumbnails from cameras that weren't theirs
Mini robots and remote surgery offer new solutions for medical emergencies in space
One small rubber band cut, a great leap for (space) surgery
Roku crosses 80 million active accounts, but growth continues to slow
Roku users watch an average of 4.1 hours of TV per day
LED glass basketball court to make NBA debut this month, displaying stats and replays
Courts can also display other entertainment content and host potentially any hardcourt sport
Why some Apple Vision Pro early adopters are returning their headsets
Discomfort is a leading reason for returns
Mark Zuckerberg says the Meta Quest 3 is a "better product" than Apple Vision Pro... period
The Vision Pro costs $3,500, while the Quest 3 starts at $500
A promising new calcium-oxygen battery design can withstand up to 700 recharge cycles
New electrolyte material provides a potential breakthrough for calcium-based batteries
Minnesota burglars are using Wi-Fi jammers to disable home security systems
Criminals are becoming increasingly tech-savvy
Apple's Vision Pro could cannibalize the iPad, but it will take years
The iPad is safe, for now
Canada moves to ban the Flipper Zero amid rising auto theft concerns
Who knew a toy-like security testing device could prove to be such a menace?
Bottom line: The popularity of the Flipper Zero has Canadian officials on edge. While the tool's capabilities do raise concerns, the knee-jerk prohibition highlights the tricky balance between empowering white-hat hackers and preventing malicious misuse of technology.
Lenovo to show off new ThinkBook laptop with a transparent display
Is the future of laptops transparent?
