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Tesla’s first Optimus robot comes alive, Musk says it will cost less than $20,000
At Tesla AI Day, an Optimus prototype walks across stage untethered. Screenshot by Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Tesla AI Day 2.0 jumped off to an exciting start with Optimus, Tesla’s much anticipated humanoid robot, taking the stage minutes after the event began. The prototype took unsteady steps across the stage as it walked untethered. Tesla CEO Elon… Continue reading Tesla’s first Optimus robot comes alive, Musk says it will cost less than $20,000
Tesla AI Day 2022: How to watch, and our top 5 predictions
[embedded content] Tesla AI Day is an annual event in which Tesla reveals all of its upcoming projects and showcases its latest technology. If you are debating whether or not to tune in, here is what you can expect. This event is similar to other major tech companies’ annual events, such as Apple’s Far Out event… Continue reading Tesla AI Day 2022: How to watch, and our top 5 predictions
The 5 best cheap vacuum cleaners of 2022
In recent years, it seems like higher-end brands like Dyson and Roomba have dominated the vacuum market. But believe it or not, it is possible to find a decent vacuum at an affordable price. In fact, there are quite a few reliable vacuums on the market for less than $100 — including every option in… Continue reading The 5 best cheap vacuum cleaners of 2022
The 5 best video doorbells of 2022
Although all video doorbells record video and play a sound when rung, they can differ significantly across their features. Here’s what we’d recommend you look for when choosing a video doorbell for your home. Resolution and field of view: You should strive to get a video doorbell camera with enough resolution for your needs. Video doorbell… Continue reading The 5 best video doorbells of 2022
Google is shutting down its gaming service Stadia, giving out refunds
Google Just three years after its launch, Google is shutting down its streaming game service Stadia. The platform “hasn’t gained the traction with users that we expected,” Stadia GM Phil Harrison noted in a blog post. If you purchased any Stadia hardware through the Google Store, Google will offer you a refund. The same is… Continue reading Google is shutting down its gaming service Stadia, giving out refunds
Elon Musk says Tesla Cybertruck is waterproof enough to cross rivers and lakes – and even seas
Tesla The Tesla Cybertruck was introduced in 2019 as an electric vehicle that would have the functionality of a pick-up truck with the performance of a sports car. However, on Thursday Elon Musk suggested the vehicle will offer even more than that — and could “briefly” function as a boat. According to Musk, the cybertruck… Continue reading Elon Musk says Tesla Cybertruck is waterproof enough to cross rivers and lakes – and even seas
The Urtopia Carbon E-Bike is a work of art that you can ride
Pros Lightweight and modern design Additional features via smartphone app Four-speed levels for riding Integrated cell service for location tracking Cons Voice command isn’t always reliable Default seat is uncomfortable Kickstand is not included Part of my morning commute includes carrying my e-bike up and down through a train station and an office building. It’s… Continue reading The Urtopia Carbon E-Bike is a work of art that you can ride
Dreamebot’s self-emptying robot vac comes with a dreamy price tag
Pros Self-emptying dust bin Full mapping of floor plans Reliable performance Solid suction level Great battery life Cons Basic mopping option I’m not ready to let robots take over my house completely, but they have now mastered the vacuuming chore. Robot vacuums have been scooting along on my floors for years and have now perfected… Continue reading Dreamebot’s self-emptying robot vac comes with a dreamy price tag
Lenovo’s new ThinkReality VRX headset is an all-in-one gateway to the enterprise Metaverse
You can see the included controllers in use here. Lenovo Lenovo’s new ThinkReality VRX headset is an effort to do for the enterprise what Meta’s Quest line has done for the consumer market: create an easy-to-use, self-contained VR ecosystem that anyone can jump right into. The “pancake” optics allow the display portion of the headset… Continue reading Lenovo’s new ThinkReality VRX headset is an all-in-one gateway to the enterprise Metaverse