China has implemented new export controls for rare earth minerals and magnets. The changes could upend the shift to electric vehicles. China has implemented new export controls for rare earth minerals and magnets. The changes could upend the shift to electric vehicles. The future of everything from smartphones, to military equipment, to electric vehicles hangs… Continue reading A new cold war is brewing over rare earth minerals
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I changed these 5 TV settings for an instant performance boost – here’s why they work
Kerry Wan/ZDNET Whether you’re considering buying a new TV or your old flat panel seems to be doing fine, there are still ways to optimize your viewing experience, and it all begins with your television’s settings. Let’s explore some of the key factors determining how your TV performs and what you can do to make… Continue reading I changed these 5 TV settings for an instant performance boost – here’s why they work
I tested a $200 thermal camera to check my GCFI breaker – and it’s very accurate
ZDNET’s key takeaways HSFTools’ HF96V thermal camera is available now for $219, with a $50 off coupon on Amazon. It has a broad temperature range and a high level of accuracy with an eight-hour battery life. It has an IP54 rating for dust and water-resistance, but it’s not waterproof. Regular readers will know that I… Continue reading I tested a $200 thermal camera to check my GCFI breaker – and it’s very accurate
Apple is placing warnings on EU apps that don’t use App Store payments
Apple suggests that users are putting themselves at risk by using third-party alternatives. Apple suggests that users are putting themselves at risk by using third-party alternatives. Jess Weatherbed is a news writer focused on creative industries, computing, and internet culture. Jess started her career at TechRadar, covering news and hardware reviews. Apple is trying to… Continue reading Apple is placing warnings on EU apps that don’t use App Store payments
Tesla has yet to start testing its robotaxi service without driver weeks before launch
Tesla has reportedly yet to start testing its robotaxi service in Austin without a safety driver behind the wheel – just weeks before the planned launch. For months now, Tesla and CEO Elon Musk have been hyping the launch of “Tesla Robotaxi”, a Uber-like ride-hailing service powered by autonomous Tesla vehicles, starting with a launch… Continue reading Tesla has yet to start testing its robotaxi service without driver weeks before launch
EV sales are up, Tesla sales are down, and new electric Toyota goodness
On today’s thrilling episode of Quick Charge, we’ve a huge spike in global EV sales and a huge dip in Tesla deliveries. Plus a whole bunch of news from Toyota, including an updated bZ that’s just a bit better than before … but is a bit better going to make a big difference? We’re also on… Continue reading EV sales are up, Tesla sales are down, and new electric Toyota goodness
Clean Technica: Musk Visits With The Saudis — With US Citizens’ Private Data In His Pocket004020
Sign up for CleanTechnica’s Weekly Substack for Zach and Scott’s in-depth analyses and high level summaries, sign up for our daily newsletter, and/or follow us on Google News! Elon Musk was part of the Trump coterie who flew to meet with the Saudis this week. The planned series of forums and spectacles was a way… Continue reading Clean Technica: Musk Visits With The Saudis — With US Citizens’ Private Data In His Pocket004020
Clean Technica: EV Sales in Australia — April Update004019
Sign up for CleanTechnica’s Weekly Substack for Zach and Scott’s in-depth analyses and high level summaries, sign up for our daily newsletter, and/or follow us on Google News! Last Updated on: 14th May 2025, 10:28 pm Compared with March 2025, plug-in vehicle sales dropped slightly in both New Zealand and Australia in April. In Australia,… Continue reading Clean Technica: EV Sales in Australia — April Update004019
Clean Technica: GM, Ford Tease New Game Changing LMR EV Batteries … But Where Is Waldo?004018
Sign up for CleanTechnica’s Weekly Substack for Zach and Scott’s in-depth analyses and high level summaries, sign up for our daily newsletter, and/or follow us on Google News! Last Updated on: 14th May 2025, 09:16 am General Motors and The Ford Motor Company are both over the moon about new lithium manganese-rich EV batteries, which… Continue reading Clean Technica: GM, Ford Tease New Game Changing LMR EV Batteries … But Where Is Waldo?004018
Even Audiobooks Aren’t Safe From AI Slop
Audible, one of the world’s largest audiobook platforms, is opening the floodgates to AI slop. On Tuesday, the Amazon-owned service announced its new “integrated AI narration technology” that’ll allow selected publishers to rapidly churn out audiobooks using a wide range of AI-generated voices. It’s Audible’s biggest foray into AI yet, and will be a major… Continue reading Even Audiobooks Aren’t Safe From AI Slop