China’s DeepSeek trims the price of its flagship AI model by 75%, and it could be a huge shift

DeepSeek’s massive 75% price cut on its flagship AI model could signal a major shift in the global AI race. Behind the scenes, Huawei’s growing AI chip ecosystem may be starting to reshape how cheaply powerful AI can actually run.

iOS 27 could make it far easier to manage your AirPods

Apple may finally be preparing a long-overdue cleanup for the messy AirPods settings experience. And for users tired of digging through Bluetooth menus, the changes could feel surprisingly significant.

Corsair is putting Chinese RAM in mainstream market, it won’t quite end the crisis though

Chinese memory makers are pushing cheaper RAM and storage chips into the market, and major PC brands are starting to notice. The shift could eventually change hardware pricing in a big way — but not without complications first.

LiveWire’s 125cc-equivalent electric fun bikes begin revealing their secrets
LiveWire’s 125cc-equivalent electric fun bikes begin revealing their secrets

We’re finally starting to learn more about LiveWire’s upcoming S4 Honcho electric motorcycles as the company begins showing off pre-production prototypes around the US ahead of launch.

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Orbot Robotics’ space robot has four arms, but its Goro physique has a purpose

In microgravity, legs do not do much. Orbit Robotics’ Helios replaces them with four arms built for movement and station work.

Record Club is trying to be Letterboxd for music nerds
Record Club is trying to be Letterboxd for music nerds

There isn’t really a solid equivalent to Goodreads or Letterboxd for music lovers, but Record Club is aiming to change that. Yes, we have Rate Your Music, but its interface is crowded, and it feels more geared towards longer-form reviews than cataloging your listening habits and connecting with other fans. Record Club is clean and […]

This “normal” USB cable secretly wants to be a hacking tool

A new Kickstarter project called Hacknect hides a Wi-Fi-enabled hacking and automation platform inside what appears to be an ordinary USB cable.

From moisture to electricity: Scientists show off how kitchen items can power wearables and smart home devices

A new biodegradable device made from gelatin, table salt, and activated charcoal can generate electricity from humidity in the air, opening new possibilities for battery-free wearable tech.

Tesla now calls FSD ‘Tesla Assisted Driving’ in China – a more truthful name
Tesla now calls FSD ‘Tesla Assisted Driving’ in China – a more truthful name

Tesla has once again changed the name of its “FSD” system in China, using a more truthful name for the system in the world’s largest auto market.

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Starbucks kills AI manager tool because it wasn’t doing as good a job as a human

Starbucks is scrapping its AI-powered inventory tool across North America after the system reportedly struggled with frequent counting and labeling errors.