Apple introduced CarPlay Widgets in iOS 26, allowing drivers to quickly see their apps on their infotainment screens. It’s easy to add widgets to your car’s display through your iPhone’s settings and there are a few widgets you should install ASAP to make the most out of the feature. However, a few users complain that…
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While smartphone battery life has somewhat got better over the years, it has improved a lot more slowly than most other elements of phones. So if you’re anything like me you’ll still be looking for ways to maximize the life of your device. Over on Android, we’re starting to see promising silicon-carbon batteries that pack…
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In 1987, long before artificial intelligence became the mass-market obsession it is today, Computerworld convened a roundtable to discuss what was then a new and unsettled question: how AI might intersect with database systems. The roundtable, chaired by tech royalty Esther Dyson, brought together three sharply different perspectives. Tom Kehler of Intellicorp represented the expert…
The high water demand of data centers causes significant problems. Large volumes of often potable, drinking-quality water are used for cooling, putting pressure on local water supplies and competing with households and agriculture. One way around this is to do what China has done — place data centers in a location where they’re literally surrounded…
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Aside from the driving range between charges, another common concern of EV drivers is how and when to charge their batteries. Common wisdom suggests you should avoid fast charging your EV battery under certain conditions to prevent damage to the battery’s internal cells. However, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] Chinese…
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The IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award is a coveted award that has become known not only within the car industry but also among car shoppers. The award means that a vehicle is more likely to survive a serious accident in the real world, reassuring buyers that they’re purchasing a car that will protect them. The…
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Subaru discontinued its famous Legacy sedan in 2025, ending the story of one of the brand’s most foundational vehicles and its longest-running nameplate after more than 35 years. And though you won’t find them in Subaru showrooms anymore, a used Legacy can still be an appealing car purchase for many different reasons. For starters, Subaru’s…
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Viltrox has rapidly become a popular and affordable alternative to brand-own lenses and the likes of Sigma, and I should know given that I now have six Viltrox primes in my collection. I currently shoot with a Nikon mirrorless camera, and there’s one Viltrox lens I’ve been patiently waiting for since I first saw it…
