Here’s Audi’s next A5—and all the stuff we won’t get in the US
With the end of combustion more than 8 years off, Audi has developed a new platform. Enlarge / Audi has a new platform for internal combustion engine vehicles, which will include the third-generation A5. (credit: Audi) A.....»»
Audi, Porsche begin releasing vehicles to U.S. dealers after customs delay at ports
VW Group is replacing a part allegedly built using forced labor, a violation of U.S. trade laws, and plans to complete deliveries of impacted vehicles by the end of March......»»
Russia’s ‘VPN Ban’ is Live as Authorities Warn of Bad VPNs & U.S. Spying
The latest stage of Russia's crackdown on VPNs and similar technologies went live a few hours ago. Contrary to some reports, today's changes don't amount to a total ban on VPNs. Use of state approved VPNs, which do everything except the useful stuff,.....»»
Audi partners with Costco on new incentive program
The specials are highest on some of the German luxury brand's electric vehicles and big sedans......»»
2024’s first big Windows 11 update extends Copilot’s capabilities, does other stuff
Grab bag of updates is mostly available now, rolls out automatically in April. Enlarge (credit: Microsoft) For the third year running, Microsoft is releasing a batch of small- to medium-sized Windows 11 updates in Februa.....»»
Hot stuff: A new thermal pathway for a high explosive
TATB (1,3,5-triamino-2,4,6-trinitrobenzene) is an important explosive compound because of its extensive use in munitions and worldwide weapons systems. Despite its importance, researchers have been trying to understand its response to temperature ext.....»»
3 underrated Peacock shows that are perfect to watch for the winter
If you’ve already checked out most of the best stuff on Peacock, then these three shows are perfect under-the-radar picks to watch in the wintertime......»»
Audi and Verizon Business partner on new tech at test track
The German luxury brand says the new capabilities at the track will take time and cost out of the testing cycle......»»
Android 15 Developer Preview 1: What’s New and Fun?
With any new release of Android, we always try to find the coolest new stuff that you’ll one day be able to play with as we approach beta or stable release. For Android 15, we’re once again diving in to see what’s new, what you shou.....»»
Audi union in Mexico agrees to salary hike, ending strike
The vote passed with 66.3 percent of employees backing the raise, Mexico's labor ministry said......»»
These are my favorite travel accessories for Apple gear [Video]
Whether it’s a quick overnight trip for work or a long vacation, I always end up being the person who packs all the tech stuff. And I know I’m not the only one with this job. Usually, all those chargers and gadgets end up in a big, tangled mess a.....»»
"Madame Web" review: Is it at least better than "Morbius?"
Dakota Johnson as a surly superhero is good stuff. Review. The good news is Madame Web is not the worst Spider-Man spinoff. (That would be Morbius.) It’s not even the worst action movie I've seen this month. (That'd be Argylle.) And it's.....»»
The titanium in the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is different from the iPhone 15
A teardown of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has revealed that the titanium used in the phone is the cheap stuff. The post The titanium in the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is different from the iPhone 15 appeared first on Phandroid. The Samsung.....»»
Audi dealers aim for modest new sales improvement in 2024
The German luxury brand set a new sales record in 2023. This year could be even better......»»
Saturday Citations: A dog regenerates a body part that may surprise you; plus microbes, neurons and climate change
Coming in hot on February 3 with a photo of a cute French bully who did an amazing trick with his jawbone. Good boy! (Click!) Happy Saturday. Here's a roundup that includes news about additive printing of neurons, evidence that microbes like stuff, a.....»»
For the first time NASA has asked industry about private missions to Mars
"I'm curious to see if this request brings many new players to the table." Enlarge / NASA is interested in whether private companies have the right stuff for Mars. (credit: NASA) NASA is starting to take its first steps.....»»
Raspberry Pi is preparing for an IPO in London for likely more than $500M
CEO says firm will "keep doing the same stuff," at least "while I'm in charge." Enlarge / Is it not a strange fate that we should suffer so much fear and doubt for so small a thing? So small a thing! (credit: Andrew Cunningham).....»»
Audi workers in Mexico hold first strike, seek 15.5% wage increase
The carmaker said in a statement it remained open to dialogue, but a 15.5 percent increase was "beyond any comparative parameter.".....»»
Sierra Space is blowing up stuff to prove inflatable habitats are safe
"We are well on our way to having our habitats ready for launch in 2026.” Enlarge / Sierra Space's 300 cubic meter inflatable habitat burst at 77 psi, five times the pressure it would need to handle in space. (credit: Sierra Sp.....»»
German luxury brands had mixed U.S. sales success in 2023
Five brands — BMW, Tesla, Audi, Porsche and Genesis — had record deliveries last year......»»
German luxury automakers had mixed sales success in 2023
Five brands — BMW, Tesla, Audi, Porsche and Genesis — had record deliveries last year......»»