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NASA's Artemis II mission successfully concluded its historic voyage around the Moon, with the Orion module splashing down safely in the Pacific Ocean. This pivotal human-rated test flight delivered four astronauts back to Earth, validating critical systems and marking a significant step towards humanity's sustained return to the lunar surface.
Volkswagen's MOIA America and Uber have officially begun on-road testing of self-driving ID. Buzz minibuses in Los Angeles, marking the first U.S. city in their multi-city rollout strategy. The initial fleet operates with human safety operators, targeting commercial service by late 2026 and fully driverless operations by 2027. This move leverages the specialized ID. Buzz AD equipped with a 27-sensor Mobileye platform and Uber's extensive ride-hailing network.
WIRED's 2026 Android phone guide highlights the Google Pixel 10a as the top choice for most, praising its $499 price, improved screen, and 7 years of software updates. The Google Pixel 10 series and Samsung Galaxy S26 series lead flagship recommendations, with OnePlus 15 noted for battery life. The guide emphasizes buying unlocked phones and provides key specs to consider, including display, processor, RAM, and camera features, all based on rigorous testing by Julian Chokkattu.
The Verdict: A Glimpse Beyond Causality The latest quantum experiment exploring “indefinite causal order” is a foundational breakthrough, offering compelling evidence that the temporal sequence of events might not be
Quick Verdict For anyone invested in the longevity and performance of their cast-iron cookware, the 'product' under review today isn't a gadget or a chemical, but rather a methodology: a time-tested, gentle cleaning
Dell's new XPS 16 laptop, featuring Intel's Panther Lake chip and an LG Display 1-120Hz variable refresh rate screen, has achieved unprecedented battery life, lasting nearly 27 hours in _Notebookcheck_'s Wi-Fi web browsing test. This performance potentially surpasses Apple MacBooks and Qualcomm-powered rivals, signaling a major breakthrough in laptop efficiency.
Quick Verdict Google TV's latest infusion of Gemini AI brings a trio of features designed to make your smart television a more active and informative hub. While the "richer visual help" is an intuitive and genuinely
Billionaire-backed startup R3 Bio is developing genetically-engineered, nonsentient "organ sacks" to replace animal testing. This initiative aligns with the Trump administration's efforts to phase out animal experimentation, offering a potentially humane and effective alternative for scientific research. The company aims to eventually create human versions for personalized medical testing.
Donut Lab's solid-state battery endured damage testing, failing to ignite but losing 55% of its charge capacity and experiencing a 17% thickness increase. The company highlights its "graceful failure" safety, yet independent verification for key claims like 100,000 cycles and 400 Wh/kg energy density remains absent.
WIRED's Luke Larsen, with over a decade of experience, has unveiled his top laptop recommendations for 2026. This comprehensive guide helps consumers navigate a crowded market, offering insights into premium, budget-friendly, and high-performance models based on extensive testing.
The new OPPO A6s 5G has officially launched in India, bringing a blend of powerful battery life, smooth performance, and a capable camera system to price-conscious buyers. If you're considering this latest addition to
Street Fighter 6's latest DLC character, Alex, has sparked a major controversy with his Arcade Mode ending. Despite driving record player counts, fans are upset that the beloved character marries and has a child with Patricia, who is revealed to be both his second cousin and adoptive step-sister. The community is grappling with this bizarre narrative twist, raising questions about Capcom's lore decisions.
The first trailer for Dune: Part Three dropped, promising an epic conclusion, but its opening shot has sparked major debate. It shows Paul and Chani reunited and discussing their child, seemingly undoing Chani's defiant exit at the end of Part Two. This change in Part Two was praised for updating her character and setting up a compelling conflict, raising concerns if this reunion sacrifices narrative depth.
Walt Disney Imagineering has once again pushed the boundaries of theme park technology with their latest creation: a fully self-walking and talking Olaf robot. Developed in a remarkably short span of about four months,
Nvidia Revolutionizes Gaming Graphics with DLSS 5, Eyes Enterprise Expansion San Jose, CA – Nvidia unveiled its latest leap in graphics technology, DLSS 5, at CEO Jensen Huang's keynote during Nvidia GTC on Monday. This
The latest trailer for *Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord* reveals three wild new details, from Maul seeking a Twi'lek Jedi apprentice with a reptilian companion to the re-emergence of two Inquisitors, Eleventh Brother and Marrok. Fans can also anticipate a potential Dathomirian Nightbrother reunion, hinting at Maul's efforts to build his criminal empire. This Disney Plus series streams April 6.
Quick Verdict: A Pervasive and Growing Risk The latest report from SailPoint delivers a stark and concerning message: UK businesses are alarmingly complacent about their cyber hygiene, particularly when it comes to
External hard drives remain indispensable in 2026, offering crucial storage independent of cloud subscriptions or internet connectivity. For professionals and casual users alike, these devices are perfect for backing up
A strong internet connection means little if your Wi-Fi router can't keep up. CNET's latest lab tests, spanning several months and over 30 leading models, pinpoint the routers that truly deliver. With 86% of Americans
Marathon's Loud Gunfire Uproar: Bungie Hits The Mute Button Bungie’s latest venture, the extraction shooter Marathon, has only been out for a little over a week, launching on March 5 for consoles and PC. Yet, in that
Exploring Spotify's latest push into AI-recommended music, promising users enhanced personalization. Does this mark a new era of discovery or just deeper algorithmic curation?
Meta has postponed the release of its new foundational artificial intelligence model, code-named Avocado, from March to at least May 2026. The delay stems from internal tests indicating the model underperformed compared to leading A.I. models developed by rivals such as Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic. This setback comes despite Meta's substantial investment in the competitive A.I. landscape.
Bluetooth trackers have advanced with UWB, larger networks, and enhanced anti-stalking features. A new cross-platform standard from Apple and Google promises safer use. This guide highlights the top trackers for iPhone and Android users, including versatile cross-platform and wallet-friendly options, based on rigorous testing.
Dyson has officially launched its advanced Spot+Scrub Ai Robot vacuum cleaner, now available for purchase. This new autonomous cleaning device, which first debuted at IFA 2025 in Berlin, integrates artificial
Quick Verdict Bluetooth's latest initiative to standardize lossless and spatial audio is genuinely exciting, promising to address long-standing frustrations with wireless audio quality and consistency. For audiophiles
