Mercedes starts German trial over alleged cheating on diesel tests
Germany's largest consumer protection group, the VZBZ, is accusing Mercedes of installing cheat devices in its GLK and GLC crossovers......»»
Alleged iPhone SE 4 dummy units show iPhone 14 design, apparent ‘Plus’ size option
Some new images of iPhone SE 4 dummy units have been shared by Japanese Apple blog Macotakara today, showcasing a similar form factor to the iPhone 14, as we’d been expecting. The blog also highlights compatibility with existing iPhone 14 cases, an.....»»
Ted Lasso season 4 hype builds as Warner Bros teases Jason Sudeikis involvement
Last week we learned that Ted Lasso season 4 starts shooting in January for Apple TV+. Now, a new interview has revealed how the man behind Lasso himself, Jason Sudeikis, is feeling about the upcoming season. more….....»»
iPhone users can try AT&T via eSIM free for 30 days
AT&T has a new offer for iPhone XR and newer owners that want to try a new carrier. Get a 30-day free trial with unlimited talk & text, 100GB of data, and more.AT&T offering a free trial via eSIM. Image credit: AT&TIf you're tired of dropped calls an.....»»
On Lake Erie, getting rid of problem algae starts with giving it less food
On a warm late-summer evening, a small speedboat motored across a pea-green stretch of Lake Erie past a beach where a child sat splashing and a pair of newlyweds waded for a portrait photographer. On the sand, unseen or ignored, bright red signs warn.....»»
Mercedes’ patented steering may finally make EVs exciting to drive
It describes a way of generating feedback for the driver through the steering. New cars really are better than they used to be. They last longer, they're more efficient, and they'.....»»
Mercedes-Benz opens its own recycling facility for EV batteries
Making new EV batteries from old EV batteries is a no-brainer. Today, Mercedes-Benz opened its first battery-recycling plant in Germany. The new plant will use an "integrated mech.....»»
Porsche updates 911 GT3, offers track-focused Weissach package
The upper end of the Porsche 911 lineup is getting an update — and a track-focused Weissach package. The 2025 Porsche 911 GT3 starts at $224,495 with shipping and arrives at dealerships next summer. A naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six ma.....»»
New electrochemical water splitting method offers fast, sustainable method for hydrogen production
Under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Francesco Ciucci from the University of Bayreuth, a German–Chinese research team has developed a new method for the electrochemical splitting of water. This not only accelerates the production of hydrogen for techn.....»»
Apple’s internal tests show Siri isn’t quite ready to beat ChatGPT
According to Bloomberg, Apple's internal research exposed the wide gulf between Siri and ChatGPT when it comes raw AI intelligence and accuracy......»»
Megastudy tests crowdsourced ideas for reducing political polarization
Showing sympathetic figures with differing beliefs, discussed over a drink. Highlighting a shared identity. Correcting misperceptions about opposing partisans' views on democracy. Those are a few of the most effective strategies for reducing politica.....»»
Benchmark tests show just how fast the new iPad mini really is
The first iPad mini (2024) benchmarks have been shared. Does it perform better than the previous model? How about when compared to last year's iPhone Pro?.....»»
Half of Americans have forgotten to cancel a trial subscription
A new survey reveals that almost half of Americans have forgotten to cancel a trial subscription. It also corroborates earlier findings that we’re now spending around $1,000 a year on subscription services. The survey comes as the FCC announced.....»»
Deals: Jet Black Apple Watch Series 10 $376, black Milanese Loop all-time low, Mac keyboards 30% off, more
Your Friday edition of the day’s best deals on Apple gear and accessories starts off with ongoing pre-order offers on the new iPad mini 7, but we also spotted a new low on the Apple Watch Series 10 in Jet Black alongside the best price to date on A.....»»
How the Malleus Maleficarum fueled the witch trial craze
Invention of printing press, influence of nearby cities created perfect conditions for social contagion. Between 1400 and 1775, a significant upsurge in witch trials swept across.....»»
CATL reports big miss in quarterly income as EV demand cools
Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. reported quarterly net income well short of analyst estimates as the global slowdown in electric vehicle sales starts to bite. While net income for the third quarter ended Sept. 30 rose 26 percent to 13.1 b.....»»
Here’s how SIM swap in alleged bitcoin pump-and-dump scheme worked
False information posted to official SEC account caused spike in the currency. US officials charged a man with compromising the official Twitter/X account of the Securities and Ex.....»»
How the Malleus maleficarum fueled the witch trial craze
Invention of printing press, influence of nearby cities created perfect conditions for social contagion. Between 1400 and 1775, a significant upsurge of witch trials swept across.....»»
2 German pilots killed when WWII-era airplane crashes after takeoff in southern Finland
2 German pilots killed when WWII-era airplane crashes after takeoff in southern Finland.....»»
How alleged SIM swap and hacked X account drove up price of bitcoin by $1K
False information posted to official SEC account caused spike in the currency. US officials charged a man with compromising the official Twitter/X account of the Securities and Ex.....»»
Democracy in danger? Election study in East German states shows mistrust in the state
Survey results from Trier and Jena University show that in Saxony, Thuringia and Brandenburg democracy is in crisis. Most respondents do not want the AfD to participate in government......»»