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The Apple iPhone 17 Air is expected to be 5.5 mm thin, making it the thinnest iPhone ever. (Image source: WEIS Studio)

iPhone 17 Air: Beautiful concept video showcases what Apple's thinnest smartphone yet may end up looking like

At just 5.5 mm thin, the upcoming iPhone 17 Air is likely to be the thinnest iPhone that Apple has ever made. With a 6.6-inch 120 Hz OLED display and A19 SoC, the iPhone 17 Air is almost certain to be priced at a premium.

Sambit Saha, 14 Feb 2025 19:55

AstoCAD launches as FreeCAD paid membership

AstoCAD launches as new FreeCAD paid membership to make open-source AutoCAD alternative easier to use

The AstoCAD development team has announced the first release of the FreeCAD soft fork, which aims to drastically redesign the UI of the free, open-source 3D design software to "make FreeCAD sexy."

Julian van der Merwe, 13 Feb 2025 20:00

Samsung galaxy S25 Edge release date leaks

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge to beat Apple iPhone 17 Air to launch in latest leaks

It looks like the controversial new Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge may be coming sooner than expected. The new ultra-thin Android phone slated to launch ahead of the Apple iPhone 17 Air with a total thickness under 6 mm.

Julian van der Merwe, 11 Feb 2025 01:13

Lonestar prepares the Freedom RaaS lunar data center for spaceflight. (Image source: Lonestar Data Holdings)

Lonestar prepares Freedom lunar data center for space launch

Lonestar Data Holdings has tested the integration of its Freedom lunar data center with the Intuitive Machines IM-2 Athena mission lander in preparation for a first quarter SpaceX moon mission.

David Chien, 11 Feb 2025 00:13

PBS Aperture Priority mechanical keyboard keycap set launches

PBS Aperture Priority launches as photography-themed custom keycaps with curious new design blending ergonomics and customisation

CannonKeys recently announced PBS Aperture Priority, a photography-themed keycap set for custom mechanical keyboards. Aside from a large, clear legend on the alpha keys, the keycap set contains unique novelty keycaps featuring des...

Julian van der Merwe, 04 Feb 2025 22:03

Ventiva solid-state coolers (Image source: Dave2D / YouTube - edited)

Overview of laptop cooling solutions in 2025: Traditional meets cutting-edge

CheckMag Laptop cooling solutions are slowly but surely becoming quieter, more compact and more effective. We may soon see cutting-edge solid-state technologies challenge traditional solutions in both think-and-light and high-performance s...

Daniel Miron, 24 Jan 2025 23:16

An OM System OM-3 teaser confirms launch date small size and controls

OM System OM-3 compact retro flagship M4/3 camera gets earlier-than-expected release and returning Pen-F features in official teaser

OM System has confirmed the apparent launch date for the recently teased and leaked OM-3, which is stacking up to be a compact, retro-styled Micro Four Thirds camera body. In the new teaser, the company also confirmed that the cam...

Julian van der Merwe, 23 Jan 2025 22:26

The inkReader Duo has a case with a second E Ink display. (Image source: Yanko Design)

LG V50 ThinQ Dual Screen phone resurrected as the inkReader Duo e-reader

Inspired by the LG V50 ThinQ Dual Screen and LG G8X ThinQ, the inkReader Duo is a concept device with two E Ink displays, one of which is attached to a case accessory. Sporting a smartphone-like design, the device also has stylus ...

Habeeb Onawole, 17 Jan 2025 09:47

NuPhy Kick75 wireless hybrid mechanical keyboard

NuPhy Kick75 mechanical keyboard promises full-height and low-profile switch compatibility as "world's first hybrid mechanical keyboard"

NuPhy recently teased the Kick75, a 75% mechanical keyboard that offers the option to swap between low-profile and full-height mechanical switches — something it claims to be a world first. The Kick75 also features some interestin...

Julian van der Merwe, 16 Jan 2025 04:45

This custom Steam Deck case can turn your favourite handheld into a road warriors dream. (Image Source: Justinas Jakubovskis)

Custom Steam Deck case turns the venerable handheld into a tidy mobile workstation

It's easy to forget that handheld PC game machines are still PC's, and there is nothing stopping you from using them to get some work done. The Steam Deck and some other handhelds don't lend themselves particularly well to office ...

David Devey, 14 Jan 2025 18:09

Unreleased Nvidia RTX Titan Ada surfaces online with 48 GB VRAM and AD102 GPU. Generic image (Image source: Nvidia)

Unreleased Nvidia RTX Titan Ada prototype surfaces online

A prototype Nvidia RTX Titan Ada graphics card has emerged, boasting a fully enabled AD102 GPU with 18,432 CUDA cores and 48 GB of GDDR6 memory.

Nathan Ali, 14 Jan 2025 11:33

Gauss64 hall effect keyboard with open-source firmware

Open-source Hall-effect gaming keyboard project targets Wooting hype with feature-rich library, web-based software

An enterprising developer has released an open-source Hall-effect keyboard library for custom gaming keyboards. The project features custom firmware, browser-based configuration software, and a 1,000 Hz polling rate, making it sui...

Julian van der Merwe, 09 Jan 2025 22:43

The AdaptX mouse and some of its modules. (Image source: Lenovo)

CES 2025 | Lenovo AdaptX touted as mouse of the future with innovative modular build

Could a wireless mouse double as a USB hub? Lenovo thinks so, and has set out to prove it with the AdaptX prototype. The proof-of-concept peripheral is compatible with a range of detachable modules rated to extend its battery life...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jan 2025 17:00

Cornell University researchers create MouseGoggles Duo 3D VR headset prototype for mice. (Image source: Cornell University)

Cornell researchers develop MouseGoggles Duo 3D VR headset for mice using Raspberry Pi 4

The 3D-printed VR headset for mice runs the Godot game engine using a Raspberry Pi 4. During research experiments, mice can walk virtual worlds endlessly. MouseGoggles also eliminates the tedious task of building real mouse mazes.

David Chien, 29 Dec 2024 22:59

Lenovo's CES 2025 lineup will include a solar-charging keyboard and AI wearables. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Lenovo's self-charging Bluetooth keyboard and AI devices leak ahead of CES 2025

A leak has revealed a couple of devices Lenovo is expected to announce at CES 2025. The leak includes a wireless keyboard that has a solar panel so it can charge itself and a collection of wearable AI devices that work together.

Habeeb Onawole, 26 Dec 2024 11:07

The Nothing Fold (1) concept has three rear cameras. (Image source: Sarang Sheth/Yanko Design)

Designer's take on a Nothing Fold (1) has a light bar for its hinge and triple rear cameras

Nothing hasn't jumped on the foldable smartphone train yet, but what if it did? Here's one designer's take on a Nothing Fold (1) with an interesting hinge design.

Habeeb Onawole, 11 Dec 2024 21:14

Ultra-high temperature memory breakthrough allows electronics to operate in extreme environments (Image source: Samsung)

New memory device operates at extreme temperatures above 1,100°F

Scientists have created a new memory device that functions at temperatures exceeding 1,100°F - far beyond current silicon limits. Using oxygen ions instead of electrons, this innovation could revolutionize electronics in extreme e...

Nathan Ali, 11 Dec 2024 12:15

Microsoft Copilot Vision AI sees what users are doing in Microsoft Edge to assist them. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft opens Copilot Vision beta test to select Copilot Pro subscribers

The Copilot Vision AI can see everything users do in the Microsoft Edge web browser and provide verbal recommendations, information, planning help, and gaming tips when prompted. All data processed by Copilot Vision will be delete...

David Chien, 09 Dec 2024 22:28

BMW M cars to go all-electric with quad-motor AWD across the range

BMW promises that, if not immediately, all of its electric M-series cars will feature quad motors for AWD power delivery. This should not only make BMW M-series EVs faster but also improve handling through corners and potentially ...

Julian van der Merwe, 09 Dec 2024 22:28

Next-gen foldable laptop tipped to debut with in-built haptic keyboard and custom silicon

One of the next laptops with a foldable display might be one with no need for an external physical keyboard, according to a new leak. It might have an up-to-date build with a processor designed in-house by its OEM. The device may ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Dec 2024 20:07

Researchers develop method to 3D print EEG tattoos on heads for remote control of electronic devices. (Image source: Vasconcelos et al. in Cell Biomaterials)

Researchers 3D-print EEG tattoos on heads for mind control of VR simulations, remote robot piloting, and mind reading

3D-printed electroencephalography head tattoos eliminate the need to wear traditional EEG caps while controlling computers by thought. Users benefit from reduced bulk and discomfort, and longer EEG usability.

David Chien, 03 Dec 2024 09:21

Samsung's latest tablet IP. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung patents tablet with stylus and extendable display

Samsung is still working on devices with rollable or extendable displays, according to one of its latest patents. The first device with such cutting-edge screen technology could be a tablet with a magnetically-attached pen, just l...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Nov 2024 20:06

World Expo 2025 in Osaka opens preregistration for the Mirai Human Washing Machine. (Image source: Science Co.)

Preregistration opens for Mirai Human Washing Machine at World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan

The World Expo 2025 has opened preregistration for visitors to take an automatic bath in Science Co.'s Mirai Human Washing Machine, which utilizes ultra-fine water bubbles adjusted by AI to clean the body thoroughly while displayi...

David Chien, 23 Nov 2024 01:38

NTT develops active noise cancellation technology for open-ear headphones

Unlike closed-ear headphones with earcups that block sound leakage, open-ear headphones do not have earcups to block sound leakage. The NTT ANC technology reduces this leakage.

David Chien, 15 Nov 2024 03:07

LG unveils Stretchable LCD display prototype that can be stretched, pulled, and twisted. (Image source: LG Display)

LG unveils Stretchable LCD display prototype with micro-LED lighting that can be stretched by 50%

LG has unveiled the latest Stretchable LCD display prototype. The new 12-inch display can be stretched, twisted, and pulled up to 50% of its normal length without breaking, creating a new paradigm for future smartphone, tablet, an...

David Chien, 11 Nov 2024 05:49

The Kia Advntr and Wkndr concept EVs have been revealed. (Image source: Kia)

Kia reveals new Advntr and Wkndr concept electric vehicles

The Kia Advntr and Wkndr have been unveiled as new concept electric vehicles at the 2024 SEMA show. The Advntr is an e-SUV based on the 2025 EV9 suited to off-roading. The Wkndr is an electric van designed for camping with an unus...

Polly Allcock, 07 Nov 2024 22:22

Motorola's current rollable smartphone concept. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Motorola patents rollable smartphone display with dual fingerprint sensors

Motorola is still working on bringing a smartphone with a cutting-edge extendable or rollable display to the market. The company claims that it has solved an early teething problem with the next-gen technology in advance with its ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Nov 2024 19:54

Researchers develop battery-free power solution using body's natural RF energy (Image source: Nadine E, Unsplash)

New RF technology potentially eliminates the need for wearable batteries

Imagine powering your wearable devices just by touching them to your skin. Carnegie Mellon researchers have developed "Power-over-Skin," a technology that harvests the body's natural RF energy to run small electronics without batt...

Nathan Ali, 07 Nov 2024 05:49

Researchers develop novel memory cell for next-generation AI computing (Image source: Tyler Daviaux, Unsplash)

Novel light-based memory cell stores and processes data with 1000 times more durability

Scientists have developed a memory cell that combines storage and computing using light and magnetic fields. The durability of the device is 1,000 times better than previous technologies and it can store multiple values per cell, ...

Nathan Ali, 03 Nov 2024 07:58

Novel thermoelectric textile technology converts body heat into electricity (Image source: Chalmers)

Silk-based smart textile converts body heat into electricity

Swedish researchers have developed a revolutionary silk-based textile that harvests electricity from body heat, potentially offering a future where wearable devices may no longer require batteries. The durable, washable fabric cou...

Nathan Ali, 02 Nov 2024 07:28

HiBy Xeno MEMS Hybrid IEMs prototype (Image source: Kickstarter)

One month left to fund the HiBy Xeno MEMS Hybrid IEMs with Dual-DAC Digital Crossover at early bird pricing

HiBy sub-brand HiBy Digital is one month a few days away from funding the next-gen Xeno MEMS Hybrid IEMs, with more than two times the modest goal of $10,299 already achieved. Those interested should know that the list of tech hig...

Codrut Nistor, 15 Oct 2024 18:13

Sharp LDK+ electric minivan concept (Image source: Sharp Corporation)

Foxconn and Sharp unveil ambitious LDK+ electric minivan with 65-inch display and solar panels

The result of a collaboration with Foxconn, Sharp's LDK+ electric minivan concept "focuses on stationary time, viewing the interior as an extension of the living room" with the help of a massive 65-inch display located in the rear...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Sep 2024 17:25

Samsung's rollable display smartphone might arrive as early as next year. (Image source: Technizo Concept)

Samsung's rollable smartphone may arrive next year with massive screen real estate

Samsung is reportedly gearing up to introduce its first smartphone boasting a rollable display as early as 2025, which is just a few months away. While the rest of the industry is yet to fully acomodate folding smartphones in the ...

Sambit Saha, 16 Sep 2024 23:07

Opens up to reveal a 10-inch OLED display (Image Source: Tecno)

Tecno shows Phantom Ultimate 2 tri-fold concept phone thinner than Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 6

The Phantom Ultimate 2 concept is only 1.1 cm thick and Tecno managed to also reduce the battery cover profile to just 0.25 mm. It integrates an advanced dual-hinge design that, when fully unfolded, reveals a 10-inch LTPO OLED dis...

Bogdan Solca, 28 Aug 2024 16:37

Neuralink's second participant showcases impressive BCI capabilities (Image source: Neuralink)

Neuralink participant with spinal cord injury plays Counter-Strike 2 using brain-computer interface

Neuralink's brain-computer interface technology is transforming people's lives with mobility challenges. Their latest participant, Alex, a quadriplegic automotive technician, has already demonstrated unprecedented control and adap...

Nathan Ali, 27 Aug 2024 16:29

MIT engineers unveil tiny battery to power autonomous micro-robots (Image source: DALL·E 3)

Tiny, mighty battery unlocks new frontiers for autonomous micro-robots

MIT engineers have developed an ultra-tiny, self-powered battery that could revolutionize the field of miniature robots. This zinc-air battery, just the size of a human hair, generates power by oxidizing zinc using oxygen from the...

Nathan Ali, 26 Aug 2024 16:45

Peking University pioneers carbon nanotube tensor processing unit for energy-efficient AI (Image source: Stan Hutter, Unsplash)

Researchers at Peking University develop world's first carbon nanotube-based tensor processing unit

Researchers at Peking University have developed the world's first tensor processing unit (TPU) using carbon nanotube transistors, a remarkable achievement in the quest for energy-saving AI hardware. This innovative TPU, boasts hig...

Nathan Ali, 26 Aug 2024 13:41

Antonio De Rosa has made some wonderful concept designs, including this one of the iPhone Air (Image source: ADR Studio)

Apple concept artist’s designs may look “too real” for comfort, says letter from Apple’s lawyers

Concept designer Antonio De Rosa, known for his high quality conceptual designs of possible Apple products, has received a letter from the tech giant’s legal team, informing him that some of his designs seem “too real”, and reques...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 17 Aug 2024 21:40

The Cosmic DE has officially entered public alpha with Pop!_OS 24.04 alpha. (Image source: System76)

Cosmic DE previews the future of Linux in Pop!_OS 24.04 alpha with Fedora, Serpent OS, and Arch support at launch

The highly anticipated Cosmic desktop environment has finally launched in alpha version alongside the Pop!_OS 24.04 alpha. The new Linux desktop environment is also available for Arch, Fedora, NixOS, and Serpent OS, with plans for...

Julian van der Merwe, 08 Aug 2024 21:35

Consumer pushback gets Logitech's "forever mouse" concept halted (Image source: Logitech)

Logitech abandons plans for the subscription-based 'forever mouse'

Logitech has seemingly killed its 'forever mouse' project which had sparked widespread controversy by suggesting users pay a regular fee to get some kind of updates for their mice, required for said mice to remain usable. The Swis...

Andrew Sozinov, 07 Aug 2024 09:47

The Forever Mouse is part of Logitech's sustainability strategy, which aims to reduce the company's carbon footprint by 50 percent by the end of the decade. (Image source: Matthias Haltenhof/Pexels)

Logitech tests particularly durable "Forever Mouse" and considers financing via subscription model

As Logitech CEO Hanneke Faber announced in an interview, the company is currently testing a particularly durable mouse that will receive permanent updates and could be financed via a subscription model.

Marius Müller, 31 Jul 2024 15:53

Tesla claims the Roadster 2 will be in production in 2025. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla Roadster 2 production update tips imminent launch

Tesla claims it has almost completed the development process of the next-gen Roadster EV, despite nearly seven years having passed since the electric sports car was announced. Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, says the company is still workin...

Julian van der Merwe, 24 Jul 2024 23:55

The Beetle's lighter body and smaller footprint seem to lend it a hand, as it beat the Tesla Model S P100D with the exact same motors down the drag strip. (Image source: Electric Classic Cars on YouTube)

Tesla-powered VW Beetle EV puts down 738 hp to beat Model S down the drag strip

The most recent test of a Tesla-powered VW Bug built to tackle Pikes Peak sees the lightweight custom EV attack a drag strip with all 738 HP from its dual Tesla Model S P100D motors. After all is said and done, the electric Beetle...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Jul 2024 02:45

Xiaomi SU7 Ultra prototype (Image source: Xiaomi)

New Xiaomi SU7 Ultra EV beats Bugatti Chiron and McLaren Speedtail in 0-to-60 acceleration and has more horsepower according to Xiaomi

Yesterday, in the Lei Jun Annual Speech 2024, Lei Jun (the Xiaomi CEO) announced the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra prototype as a light-weight high-performance vehicle which is scheduled to enter production in 2025. He also said Xiaomi is aimi...

Chibuike Okpara, 20 Jul 2024 02:36

A new set of leaks tips a potential electric Ford Super Duty pickup truck with hub motors may be incoming. (Image source: Ford / Autoblog - edited)

Beefy F-150 Lightning with hub motors tips potential Super Duty EV as Ford test mule goes against Cybertruck

Ford appears to be developing a hub-motor driven F-150 Lightning to challenge the Cybertruck's recent rise to popularity. Spy photos of a heavily camouflaged F-150 Lightning reveal what appears to be a set of hub motors and a heav...

Julian van der Merwe, 18 Jul 2024 20:09

Illumination has come a long way since the days gas lighting was the order of the day. (Image source: Patrick Tomasso on Unsplash)

A history of technology for the uninitiated

CheckMag Imagine yourself transported back to the 1800s, a time when gas lamps were the primary source of illumination in cities and horse-drawn carriages were at the pinnacle of transportation. Now imagine yourself in the shoes of someone...

Jonathan Bester, 15 Jul 2024 09:40

The Taza Aya non-thermal plasma mask (Image source: Taza Aya)

Researchers develop an invisible mask that zaps 99% of airborne pathogens

Taza Aya, a University of Michigan startup says it has developed an 'invisible mask' technology which kills 99% of pathogens in the air while also keeping out 99.8% of aerosols. The University of Michigan says its effectiveness ha...

Chibuike Okpara, 13 Jul 2024 10:44

The Tesla Model Y Juniper refresh hass finally appeared, signalling progress towards an early 2025 launch. (Image source: u/JacklJackon Reddit)

First Tesla Model Y Juniper refresh sighting reveals visual updates and hints at imminent release

The upcoming Tesla Model Y Juniper refresh has finally made an appearance. The new electric crossover sports similar visual upgrades to the Model 3 Highlands refresh under its bumper camo. It looks like Tesla is finally testing th...

Julian van der Merwe, 07 Jul 2024 22:15

This particular Tesla Model Y has a roof-mounted LiDAR unit, suggesting it is being used to test Tesla's upcoming robotaxi. (Image source: Steve Krawczyk/The Verge)

Tesla Model Y gets LiDAR sensor in test sighting suggesting robotaxi development

A Tesla Model Y has been spotted on California's highway 101 with a large LiDAR sensor array mounted to its roof. The bulky hardware suggests that Tesla is conducting testing, either to validate its camera-based self-driving or as...

Julian van der Merwe, 22 Jun 2024 01:37

Many aesthetic aspects of the upcoming Inster EV look like they were pulled straight from the Ioniq 5. (image source: Hyundai)

Hyundai teases cheap EV with retro Ioniq 5 styling alongside $21,500 rumored price tag for June reveal

Hyundai has officially teased its next EV, the Inster. Although it didn't give away too many details, what is obvious is that the Inster will be built around the boxy, Korea-exclusive Casper and feature the same retro-inspired pix...

Julian van der Merwe, 13 Jun 2024 01:34