This AI humanoid robot helped assemble BMWs at US factory
BMW has no timeline to integrate humanoid robots into its production lines. Enlarge / This is the Figure 02, a new humanoid robot that recently tried its hand(s) at assembling BMW chassis in South Carolina. (credit: BMW).....»»
Exposing myths about ballot collection on Native American reservations
Third-party collection of mail-in ballots has helped rural residents and those with disabilities to vote, yet the practice has become contentious and the target of laws aimed at restricting it......»»
Apple Intelligence vs Google AI, plus an iPad Robot on the AppleInsider Podcast
This week's Google launch did more to highlight the huge differences between its approach to AI and Apple's, but there's also news of the Apple Vision Pro and an iPad with a robotic arm for some reason.There's a good chance that a future iPad robot w.....»»
How some states help residents avoid costly debt during hard times
A new national study provides the best evidence to date that generous unemployment insurance benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic helped reduce reliance on high-cost credit use......»»
Factory incentives keep EVs growing as automakers plan more affordable models
In the January to June period, EV registrations rose 7 percent to 579,687 vehicles compared with a 1.8 percent rise in the overall light-vehicle market to 7.8 million, S&P Global Mobility said......»»
Rivian pauses output of Amazon’s EV delivery van on parts shortage
The temporary stoppage began earlier this month at its factory in Normal, Ill., Rivian said. The EV maker declined to specify which components were in short supply, but said it expects to recover all missed production. .....»»
This Roomba vacuum and mop combo has a $400 price cut
The iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ robot vacuum and mop is a premium 2-in-1 cleaning device that you can currently get for $999 from Wellbots after a $400 discount......»»
I hope Apple’s robot iPad is a lot less impressive than it sounds
We’ve seen various claims about Apple’s interest in robotics, from a fully-fledged domestic robot to what we might think of as a robot iPad screen that can turn to face you. I’ve already expressed my skepticism about the domestic robot, and.....»»
Apple moving forward with iPad on a robot arm as your next smarthome purchase
Apple's search for new platforms is continuing, with its work on a home robot effectively combining an iPad with a robot arm.The plan puts an iPad-like display on a robot armFollowing the introduction of the Apple Vision and the seemingly failed Appl.....»»
This tiny robot vacuum can do more than some full-sized competitors
The SwitchBot Mini Robot Vacuum K10+ Pro is an upgraded version of the existing K10+, offering more suction and upgraded features......»»
Cars Commerce helped dealers cope in wake of CDK cyberattacks
CEO Alex Vetter said Cars Commerce helped find creative solutions for dealers, even as the CDK Global cyberattacks affected his own business initiatives......»»
3-store dealership group Pillar streamlines accounts receivable with software
Shifting to a software-based process helped the small Ohio and Pennsylvania car dealership group Pillar Automotive streamline accounting staff and strengthen oversight......»»
3-store dealership group Pillar streamlined accounts receivable with software
Shifting to a software-based process helped the small Ohio and Pennsylvania car dealership group Pillar Automotive streamline accounting staff and strengthen oversight......»»
Best back to school robot vacuum deals: as cheap as $150
With everyone focused on heading back to school, there are some great robot vacuum deals happening right now. Here are the pick of the bunch......»»
Foxconn cramming iPhone 16 production lines with 50,000 new workers
Foxconn has gone on a hiring spree, adding 50,000 new workers for its largest iPhone facility's production lines in China ready for the iPhone 16.A Foxconn factory. As the time for the introduction of a new iPhone generation nears, Apple's global sup.....»»
Watch Google DeepMind’s robotic ping-pong player take on humans
Researchers at Google DeepMind have created an AI-powered robot capable of sustaining a rally against ping-pong players of varying abilities......»»
Watch Google DeepMind’s robot ping pong player take on humans
Researchers at Google DeepMind have created an AI-powered robot capable of sustaining a rally against ping pong players of varying abilities......»»
Man vs. machine: DeepMind’s new robot serves up a table tennis triumph
Human-beating ping-pong AI learned to play in a simulated environment. Enlarge (credit: Benj Edwards / Google DeepMind) On Wednesday, researchers at Google DeepMind revealed the first AI-powered robotic table tennis play.....»»
Image: Upper Lake Powell area in Utah
Erosion, tectonic uplift, and a human-built dam have all helped shape the Upper Lake Powell area in Utah......»»
China"s MG Motor to build manufacturing plant, R&D center in Mexico
A Mexico factory would continue the global expansion of the former British brand, which has plants in China, Thailand and India. It also has plans to build EVs in Europe......»»
Get ready for creepy AI robots with human facial expressions
China has reportedly developed a robot that can respond with natural human facial expressions. The robot was created by Liu Xiaofeng, a professor at Hohai … The post Get ready for creepy AI robots with human facial expressions appeared first on.....»»