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NASA science chief Nicky Fox wants to launch more missions faster by using mass-produced, off-the-shelf satellites instead of expensive custom-built ones. With NASA's $7.25 billion science budget stagnant and missions taking decades to develop, shifting to cheaper commercial spacecraft could dramatically increase the number of robotic probes exploring the Solar System.
JD.com is hosting the world's first humanoid robot auction during China's major 618 shopping festival, marking a shift in robots from lab experiments to commercial products. The company plans to deploy 3 million robots, 1 million...
Google announced "Ask YouTube" at Google I/O 2026, a Gemini-powered feature that lets users ask detailed, conversational questions to find relevant videos. Instead of traditional keyword searching, results include written AI...
LG's UltraGear 25G590B hits 1,000 Hz refresh rates, but diminishing returns and existing blur-reduction tech make it overkill for most gamers—it's best suited for professional esports players.
SpaceX is targeting May 21 for the first launch of Starship v3, its most advanced rocket yet. Standing 124 meters tall, the upgraded vehicle features next-generation Raptor 3 engines, a stronger heat shield, and improved systems...
Google AI Studio lets you build native Android apps by describing your idea, with a built-in emulator for testing. It currently supports habit trackers, camera apps, and Gemini-powered experiences, but apps must still meet Google...
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Google unveiled major Chrome updates at Google I/O 2026, turning the browser into an AI-powered assistant. Gemini is coming to Chrome on Android in June, enabling article summaries, app integration, and personalized browsing,...
Google unveiled Gmail Live at I/O 2026, a voice-powered AI feature that lets users ask their inbox questions out loud, like finding an Airbnb door code or a dentist appointment. Built on Gemini, it's rolling out later this...
Nintendo's new iOS game Pictonico, launching May 28, transforms your personal photos into playable WarioWare-style minigames. With 80 minigames at varying speeds, photos stay private on your device. Three games are free, with...
Google has completely overhauled its Search experience, replacing the traditional list of links with AI-powered interactive pages, "information agents," and custom mini apps. The agents work 24/7 to track web changes and deliver...
Google launched Universal Cart, a centralized shopping tool that works across Search, Gemini, YouTube, and Gmail, tracking deals and flagging issues like incompatible PC parts. Google also unveiled AP2, a protocol letting AI...
Insta360 has launched the Mic Pro, a wireless microphone that stands out with a 1.22-inch color e-ink display, letting users personalize each mic with logos or names via a smartphone app. It features 32-bit float recording, AI...
AI chatbots may be degrading human thinking skills. Studies show users perform worse independently after relying on AI for tasks, with researchers warning that long-term use—especially in children—could permanently erode critical...
Mosul Dam in northern Iraq was built in the 1980s on gypsum rock, which dissolves in water, causing constant seepage and sinkholes beneath the structure. Decades of political turmoil, ISIS occupation, and failed repair attempts...
Major RAM makers like Adata and TeamGroup are borrowing over $880 million to meet AI chip demand. However, rising costs are cutting profits, and consumers may face higher prices or limited availability as manufacturers prioritize...
Forget scarecrows. Japan is deploying robotic wolves to fight back against a surge in bear attacks that killed 13 people last year, more than double the previous record. The Monster Wolf, built by Hokkaido-based Ohta Seiki, is...
Belgian researchers at Imec have developed a new hybrid memory chip that combines DRAM's speed with NAND flash's storage density, potentially cutting AI inference costs. Still in early proof-of-concept, the 3D chip uses IGZO...
Menlo Research, based in Singapore, has released a $15,000 DIY humanoid robot kit called Asimov, making advanced bipedal robotics far more accessible than before. The modular, open-source robot stands nearly 4 feet tall and can...
Australia's "Renovation Queen" Cherie Barber is using a humanoid robot named Tinnie as a digital apprentice in a high-risk residential renovation project near Western Sydney. Built by China's Unitree Robotics, Tinnie won't handle...
A California jury dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI, Sam Altman, and Microsoft, citing statute of limitations violations. The ruling clears a key legal hurdle for OpenAI's planned IPO, though Musk plans to appeal.
Tesla is rolling out major updates to its Robotaxi app that move the service closer to full-scale, driverless deployment. Version 26.4.5 introduces remote operator voice calls, proactive AI assistance, and manual override...
Barnes & Noble's CEO supports selling AI-written books if clearly labeled, while a 2025 Cambridge study revealed 59% of UK novelists had their work used to train AI without consent or compensation.
Apple is working on a new high blood pressure notification feature for Apple Watch that goes beyond the hypertension alerts already added in watchOS 26. The feature has been submitted to the FDA for review and isn't available to...
Google is replacing its five-year-old app icons with a redesigned set that are more visually distinct, making them easier to tell apart at a glance.