GM has invested billions in its Ultium EV platform, so you can expect the auto manufacturer to use the technology to electrify models across its brands. One of its vehicles that’ll soon have an electric version is the Silverado pickup truck, General Motors President Mark Reuss has announced. He also revealed that the electrified pickup… Continue reading Chevrolet will build an electric Silverado with 400 miles of range
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Sonos and IKEA are developing new Symfonisk speakers that hide in plain sight
While Sonos has been busy adding devices like the Roam and Arc to its lineup, it’s been a while since we’ve heard anything new from the company’s IKEA partnership. But it looks like that’s about to change. Over on Instagram, IKEA has started teasing new additions to their joint Symfonisk lineup. At about the same… Continue reading Sonos and IKEA are developing new Symfonisk speakers that hide in plain sight
The next Apple TV may support 4K 120Hz gaming
The next Apple TV model might support 120Hz refresh rates, presumably at 4K, according to a report from 9to5Mac. References to “120Hz” and “supports120Hz” appear in the latest tvOS 14.5 beta, suggesting that Apple is, at a minimum, testing such a mode. The higher refresh rates would allow for smoother media playback and, more importantly,… Continue reading The next Apple TV may support 4K 120Hz gaming
Season two of ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ hits Paramount+ on August 12th
Today is First Contact Day for the Star Trek franchise, a celebration of when humans first met the alien Vulcan species, setting the stage for the United Federation of Planets a few centuries later. Sure, the meeting on April 5th won’t actually happen for another 42 years, but Paramount+ is still celebrating with a day… Continue reading Season two of ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ hits Paramount+ on August 12th
The new season of ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ debuts later this year
While we will have to wait until next year to see what Picard and the crew of the La Sirena are up to, fans of the USS Discovery won’t have to wait as long for their new adventure. During today’s “First Contact” streaming event, celebrating the initial encounter between humans and Vulcans in 2064, Paramount+… Continue reading The new season of ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ debuts later this year
Supreme Court vacates ruling that prevented Trump from blocking Twitter critics
The Supreme Court has vacated a ruling that prevented former president Donald Trump from blocking people on Twitter through his personal account, @realDonaldTrump. The US Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit in New York upheld a ruling that Trump could not block his critics on the platform, because he used it as a means… Continue reading Supreme Court vacates ruling that prevented Trump from blocking Twitter critics
TP-Link latest WiFi 6 router packs 4.8Gbps speeds at a reasonable price
You might not have to spend a small fortune to get a fast WiFi 6 router. TP-Link has introduced the Archer AX5400 (aka Archer AX73), a WiFi 6 box that promises speedy access while keeping the price vaguely in check. The dual-band device mates six antennas with newer tech (such as HT160 and 1024-QAM) to… Continue reading TP-Link latest WiFi 6 router packs 4.8Gbps speeds at a reasonable price
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LG confirms it’s shutting down its mobile business
The reports out of its native Korea were correct, LG is shutting down its mobile business. With losses continuing to mount, and billions of dollars seemingly squandered on quirky handsets, the electronics giant has officially thrown in the towel on its struggling phone division. In a statement, the company said “Moving forward, LG will continue… Continue reading LG confirms it’s shutting down its mobile business
Scientists show you can collect DNA from the air
Scientists and investigators might not need to scoop up DNA from surfaces in the future. According to Science Focus, reseachers at the Queen Mary University of London have shown that you can collect “environmental DNA” (eDNA) from the air. The team used a peristaltic pump combined with pressure filters to grab samples of naked mole… Continue reading Scientists show you can collect DNA from the air