Environment/ Science / A new study sounds a warning about wild bats used in decorations sold online. A painted woolly bat, or Kerivoula picta, roosts under a leaf in Indonesia.Image: Abu Hamas / iNaturalist via UC Davis Scientists are sounding the alarm about taxidermied bats commonly sold online in frames, jars, coffins, jewelry, and more.… Continue reading Please stop buying taxidermied bats online
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Boost Mobile is getting a $25-a-month unlimited plan
Mobile/ Tech / The new Boost Mobile combines its pre- and post-paid services under one umbrella, and includes more affordable plans featuring its own 5G network. By Umar Shakir, a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years in IT support before joining… Continue reading Boost Mobile is getting a $25-a-month unlimited plan
Lilium strikes sales deal with Saudi Arabia for up to 100 eVTOL aircraft
/ The German electric vertical takeoff and landing company has signed a ‘binding’ agreement with one of the country’s major airlines. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Share this… Continue reading Lilium strikes sales deal with Saudi Arabia for up to 100 eVTOL aircraft
A long-delayed hands-on with Essential’s skinny Android phone
/ The slim candy bar style Essential “Project Gem” smartphone reappeared after a developer said he found one of the unreleased devices on eBay. By Umar Shakir, a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years in IT support before joining The Verge.… Continue reading A long-delayed hands-on with Essential’s skinny Android phone
This flying robot needs a hug
/ The UAV emulates the behavior of bats and owls, grabbing onto structures using its wings to remain perched high above the ground. By Andrew Liszewski, a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2011, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. Share this story… Continue reading This flying robot needs a hug
US eyeing new rules to keep Chinese software out of cars
/ The Commerce Department is expected to propose limits on vehicles using software and other components that originate in China. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Share this story… Continue reading US eyeing new rules to keep Chinese software out of cars
Canon’s new pro cameras have eye-controlled autofocus and stacked sensors
/ Canon’s long-awaited upgrade to the R5 and its new R1 camera have finally been revealed and will go on sale later this year. By Umar Shakir, a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years in IT support before joining The Verge.… Continue reading Canon’s new pro cameras have eye-controlled autofocus and stacked sensors
Cadillac is giving its gas-powered Escalade an EV glow-up
/ GM’s yacht-sized luxury SUV is getting a refresh to bring it more in line with the automaker’s electric lineup. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Share this story… Continue reading Cadillac is giving its gas-powered Escalade an EV glow-up
Mercedes-Benz’s 400kW EV chargers are coming to Starbucks
/ The German automaker says it will install charging hubs at 100 Starbucks locations along Interstate 5. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Share this story If you buy… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz’s 400kW EV chargers are coming to Starbucks
Samsung’s new image-generating AI tool is a little too good
/ The Galaxy Z Fold 6’s ‘sketch to image’ tool is ridiculous, fun, and slightly worrying. By Allison Johnson, a reviewer with 10 years of experience writing about consumer tech. She has a special interest in mobile photography and telecom. Previously, she worked at DPReview. Share this story AI definitely nailed the right surly energy… Continue reading Samsung’s new image-generating AI tool is a little too good