I’ve found my new favorite machine, or gadget. I’m not sure how to classify it. It’s the new BLUETTI Elite 10 Mini Power Station. It’s a 200W, 128Wh portable power station that is super easy to take around, and cute. We’ve had a large BLUETTI EP500 Pro for a couple … [continued]
A recent study published in Nature found that participants’ preferences in real-world elections swung by up to 15 percentage points after conversing with a chatbot. The researchers concluded that, as AI models become more sophisticated, they hold a sizable persuasive advantage for powerful actors behind our screens. Bots have a … [continued]
How many times have you heard people complain that the Tesla touchscreen takes on too many tasks, that it would be better to have buttons and knobs for some things that you want to easily control while driving? Some Tesla owners are happy about the touchscreen controlling everything, while others … [continued]
Once upon a time, states’ rights were a big deal for conservatives. As Wikipedia summarizes states’ rights, these are “political powers held for the state governments rather than the federal government according to the United States Constitution, reflecting especially the enumerated powers of Congress and the Tenth Amendment.” Some conservatives … [continued]
The US electric heat pump startup Quilt has expanded from California into 16 US states, indicating a rising demand for energy efficient home HVAC systems despite this year’s U-turn in federal energy policy.
TL;DR — Public charging is expensive and messy because the business model is wrong. Instead of selling electricity, charging operators should just provide infrastructure — and utilities should bill drivers directly at their home rate. A single API can make this happen and unlock the kind of seamless experience Tesla … [continued]
The US startup ConnectDER is bringing its meter socket adapters to millions of households, helping to reduce the cost of rooftop solar, home energy storage, and EV charging stations.
MobED, Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB’s first mass-produced mobility robot platform, is designed for diverse industrial and everyday applications MobED debuts an innovative approach to robotics functionality, defined by Adaptive Mobility (H/W), Intuitive Autonomy (S/W) and Infinite Journey (applications) MobED features AI-based autonomous navigation, LiDAR-camera fusion sensors, and an eccentric … [continued]
The Chinese government has made developing humanoid robots a top priority in its latest 5 year plan. Will anyone be able to compete?
Goal Zero has been working to establish itself as the portable power solution for outdoor enthusiasts for years now. You can find them on the shelves of REI and many similar outdoor equipment stores as part of that push. Most of their solutions are extremely portable and lightweight, pairing a … [continued]
