Anker’s solar umbrella uses next-gen perovskite cells to keep a longer charge

/ Meanwhile, its air-cooled electric cooler will keep your drinks cold and available. By Thomas Ricker, a deputy editor and Verge co-founder with a passion for human-centric cities, e-bikes, and life as a digital nomad. He’s been a tech journalist for almost 20 years. Share this story Not sure what’s less realistic: this usage scenario… Continue reading Anker’s solar umbrella uses next-gen perovskite cells to keep a longer charge

Eureka’s new robot vac can tackle wet messes

/ The J15 Max Ultra uses infrared to identify spills and mop them up without damaging the robot. By Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, a smart home reporter who’s been testing connected gadgets since 2013. Previously a contributor to Wirecutter, Wired, Dwell, and US News. Share this story If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox… Continue reading Eureka’s new robot vac can tackle wet messes

Eufy’s new robovac transforms into a handheld vacuum

/ The E20 can autonomously clean your floors in robot mode while letting you take over for harder-to-reach areas. 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 The Eufy E20 might… Continue reading Eufy’s new robovac transforms into a handheld vacuum

Sony and Honda’s Afeela electric car will start at $89,900

/ The first vehicle from Sony and Honda’s joint venture is gearing up for production. 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 Afeela is starting to become… Continue reading Sony and Honda’s Afeela electric car will start at $89,900

Apple says it will ‘clarify’ AI summaries after botching BBC headlines

/ The way Apple Intelligence notification summaries appear is going to change soon, following repeated complaints. 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. Share this story Illustration by Alex Castro /… Continue reading Apple says it will ‘clarify’ AI summaries after botching BBC headlines

Tesla investigates Model S that caught fire while Supercharging

Tesla fire Model S france A Tesla Model S has caught fire while charging at a Supercharger station in France. Tesla is investigating the issue, and the station is temporarily closed. Sunday night, a fire was reported at the Tesla Supercharger station in Pontarlier, a small community in France near the border with Switzerland. The… Continue reading Tesla investigates Model S that caught fire while Supercharging

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving computer failure is leaving customers in bad situations

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving computer failure leaves customers in bad situations without many important features and depletes battery packs faster for months. Last month, Electrek released an exclusive report about Tesla having a major issue with a new version of its onboard “Full Self-Driving computer,” AI4.1, failing due to a short circuit, and Tesla must replace the computers. We… Continue reading Tesla’s Full Self-Driving computer failure is leaving customers in bad situations

Toyota’s futuristic Woven City in Japan is ready for its first residents

/ Around 100 Toyota employees will move in starting this summer. 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 Image: Toyota Toyota’s futuristic Woven City, which is being… Continue reading Toyota’s futuristic Woven City in Japan is ready for its first residents

US designates Tencent and CATL as Chinese military companies

/ The designation could make it harder for the owner of Riot Games and the world’s largest EV battery maker to do business in the US. By Emma Roth, a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Share… Continue reading US designates Tencent and CATL as Chinese military companies