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In 2024, the self-driving car industry saw some big changes. Waymo, owned by Alphabet, became the leader in the U. S. market for robotaxis. GM's Cruise shut down its robotaxi business, but companies like Tesla and Amazon's Zoox are close behind. The market for ride-hailing services is huge and growi

A Peek at the Future: iPhone 17 Air's Exciting New Look

Are you eager for the next big thing from Apple? The iPhone 17 Air might just be it. Rumors suggest Apple’s working on a super-slim iPhone, tipped to launch next year. This isn’t just a minor tweak; it’s a total redesign. What’s got us excited? The mix of aluminum and glass, a thin profile, and poss

Gaming Giants' Year in Review: How Did PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Do in 2024?

In 2024, the gaming world saw some ups and downs. Let's take a look at how the big three—PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo—fared this year. PlayStation had a mixed bag in 2024. They faced big setbacks like the failure of their live service game, Concord. This disaster might affect their future live s

WatchOS 11. 2: New Health Features for Your Apple Watch

Get ready for some exciting changes on your Apple Watch with the latest WatchOS 11. 2 update! This version focuses on health and safety features that could really make a difference. For starters, if you own an Apple Watch Series 10, Series 9, or Ultra 2, you can now track signs of sleep apnea. The w

Fixing Heat Network Issues: A Three-Step Plan

With climate change pushing us to make energy systems more efficient, it's crucial that these systems run smoothly. So, how do we handle faults in user substations of heat networks? In northern Germany, a study tackled this by suggesting a three-step process to make fault detection and correction mo

Tesla's 2024 Promises: Robotaxis, $25K EVs, and Optimus Bots

Elon Musk's Tesla has been making promises for years, but many are still waiting. In 2024, the billionaire CEO talked about a $25, 000 electric vehicle, self-driving robotaxis, and humanoid robots called Optimus. He said these would help grow the company and make driving safer and cheaper. But Musk'

Subaru's Starlink Tech: What Cars Can You Find It In?

Ever since the days when cars had vinyl record players, in-car entertainment has come a long way. Today, most vehicles come with touchscreens offering a world of entertainment, navigation, and communication features. Subaru, a Japanese carmaker, has its own system called Starlink. This tech is avail

Starlink: How Weather Affects Its Performance

Starlink, a satellite internet service, keeps working even when it's cloudy. Users report steady speeds, with some testing it during thunderstorms and still getting over 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload. During light rain and cloudy conditions, performance stays solid, around 200 Mbps. The Star

Why Bone Conduction Headphones Are a Game-Changer

Ever heard of bone conduction headphones? They're not like your usual earbuds. Instead of sending sound waves through your ear canal, they vibrate your skull bones to let you hear music. This might sound weird, but it's actually how our own voice reaches our brain! These headphones are great for run

Waymo: A Safe Ride on New Year's Eve