Author: akshay rahalkar
In a bold move to revitalize its presence in the highly competitive Chinese market, Audi has unveiled a new brand identity that drops its iconic four-ring logo in favor of a sleek, all-caps “AUDI” logo. This rebranding marks a significant shift in Audi’s strategy to attract China’s tech-savvy consumers, focusing on advanced connectivity and automated driving in an effort to boost sales and consumer appeal. A Fresh Look for a New Era in China Audi debuted its new branding alongside the introduction of the E concept, an electric Sportback designed specifically for the Chinese market. The vehicle, which notably lacks…
Meta is stepping into the retail world with the launch of its first Meta Lab pop-up store in Los Angeles, designed to showcase the company’s latest wearable tech, the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses. The experiential space will be open from November 8th to December 31st, 2024, giving customers a chance to try on and interact with the smart glasses in an immersive, hands-on environment. The LA pop-up will also feature unique customization options, such as designing personalized glasses cases, alongside a schedule of live events hosted by local creators. What to Expect at the Meta Lab Pop-Up The Meta Lab…
8BitDo is expanding its popular line of Retro Mechanical Keyboards with the launch of the Retro 108, a new version featuring an integrated number pad. The updated 108-key keyboard will be available for preorder on Amazon starting at $119.99, a $20 increase from its predecessor, which was previously sold as a tenkeyless model. The Retro 108 will officially launch on December 12, 2024, offering fans of retro gaming and mechanical keyboards a new option with both nostalgic flair and practical functionality. New Features in the Retro 108 Mechanical Keyboard The standout feature of the new 8BitDo Retro 108 is the…
In a move to maintain the quality of its cloud gaming service without raising subscription fees, Nvidia has announced major changes to its GeForce Now platform, including a cap on monthly playtime for its members. Starting on January 1, 2025, all new subscribers to the Performance or Ultimate tiers will face a 100-hour monthly playtime limit. This cap is set to ensure that Nvidia can continue delivering fast, high-quality gaming experiences without increasing membership prices. What’s Changing in GeForce Now? One of the biggest changes involves the Priority membership, which is being renamed to Performance. The new Performance tier will…
Apple CEO Tim Cook has shared how artificial intelligence (AI) has drastically transformed his daily routine and boosted his productivity, calling the impact “life-changing.” In an interview with Wall Street Journal Magazine, Cook revealed that the AI tools he now relies on save him hours each day, allowing him to streamline his work and focus on what matters most. Cook’s day starts early—between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m., when he checks his iPhone for emails and sales updates. For years, he personally read through each message, including the 800 emails he receives daily, along with customer feedback. This task, though…
In an exciting update, Microsoft is integrating cutting-edge AI tools into two of its classic applications: Notepad and Paint. The tech giant is enhancing the simple, decades-old Notepad text editor with a powerful new feature called Rewrite, which will allow users to edit text with the help of artificial intelligence. This feature, currently available in preview for Windows Insiders, enables users to rephrase sentences, adjust the tone, and modify the length of their content, all with a few simple clicks. The process is straightforward. Once you highlight a section of text in Notepad, a right-click will present you with the…
In a surprising turn of events, several top tech leaders are publicly congratulating Donald Trump following his victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, despite their previous clashes with him during his first term in office. Throughout his presidency, Trump frequently criticized the tech giants, making pointed remarks about major companies like Google, Facebook (Meta), Amazon, and Apple. He even went as far as threatening to imprison Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and hinted at breaking up Google for allegedly “rigging” its search results. However, now, as Trump gears up for his return to the White House, many of these same…
Meta has made a bold move in the realm of artificial intelligence, opening up its open-source Llama AI models to U.S. defense and national security agencies. This significant step, announced on November 4, 2024, marks the company’s strategic push into the defense sector, aiming to enhance military operations and solidify the United States’ technological leadership on the global stage. Paving the Way for AI in Military Operations Meta’s initiative comes at a time when AI is increasingly integral to military modernization efforts. In this new partnership, Meta is collaborating with a host of leading defense contractors, such as Lockheed Martin,…
In a groundbreaking development, Japanese researchers have launched the world’s first wooden satellite, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. The satellite, named LignoSat, was sent into orbit on November 5, 2024, as part of an experimental mission aimed at demonstrating the viability of timber in future lunar and Mars exploration. This novel project has the potential to revolutionize how we think about materials used in space and may even have applications for sustainable living beyond Earth. A Leap Toward Sustainable Space Materials Developed by a team from Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry, LignoSat is a small, palm-sized satellite designed…
Despite many setbacks and the collapse of some of the major companies behind Elon Musk’s vision of high-speed, tube-based travel, the hyperloop concept isn’t entirely dead. In fact, a Swiss team is still pushing forward with the idea—albeit at a 1/12th scale. In a recent milestone, this team successfully conducted the longest-ever hyperloop test using a small-scale model, keeping the dream of ultra-fast, sustainable transport alive. A Step Toward the Hyperloop’s Future The hyperloop concept was first introduced by Elon Musk in 2013, where he envisioned passengers traveling at speeds of up to 760 miles per hour (about 1,220 km/h)…