This new robot might be the best way to keep your pool clean
The Beatbot iSkim Ultra is built to clear debris from the top of your pool while also clarifiying its water. Preorders are now discounted ahead of its release......»»
Atlas robot"s fully autonomous video is this Halloween"s scariest video
Boston Dynamics Atlas gets the job done autonomnously.....»»
I"ve tested a ton of robot vacuums — these 4 work the best on carpet
From pet hair to crumbs, I'm continuously testing top vacs from Roborock, iRobot, and more to find the best robot vacuums for carpet. Nearly any robot vacuum can sufficiently clear tile or hardwood floors of the hair and crumbs blowing across t.....»»
To tackle plastic scourge, Philippines makes companies pay
Long one of the world's top sources of ocean plastic, the Philippines is hoping new legislation requiring big companies to pay for waste solutions will help clean up its act......»»
IoT needs more respect for its consumers, creations, and itself
Yet again, connected devices are in the news for all the wrong reasons. In October, security researchers found that robot vacuums from Chinese company, Ecovacs, can be compromised via a backdoor. In one case, hackers gained control over the device an.....»»
Watch Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot happily working all by itself
Boston Dynamics' amazing Atlas robot looks more competent than ever, with a new video showing it performing tasks efficiently and autonomously......»»
One of the best robot vacuums on the market just got a lot better
Eureka has introduced the E20 Plus, an innovative improvement over its most popular robot vacuum, the E10s. The E20 Plus offers improved cleaning performance, anti-tangle capability, obstacle avoidance, and a new bagless.....»»
Hey Robot! Build Your Own AI Companion
Chat with and command your own embedded-AI companion bot using local LLMs. The post Hey Robot! Build Your Own AI Companion appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
From fish to clean water, the ocean matters—how to quantify the benefits
Nature protection, conservation and restoration is "not a trivial matter but key to human survival," according to scientists quoted in a 2005 UN report. To demonstrate this, they developed the concept of "ecosystem services"—the benefits that peopl.....»»
iOS 18.2 with new Apple Intelligence features coming in December, Apple confirms
iOS 18.1 with the first Apple Intelligence features launched to everyone today, with features like Writing Tools, Clean Up, and more. Last week, Apple started beta testing the next round of Apple Intelligence capabilities with iOS 18.2. Apple has.....»»
This Is Your Robot Brain on Mushrooms
New rolling, hopping robots navigate via fungus.....»»
iOS 18.1 now available with Apple Intelligence features, more
After three months of beta testing, iOS 18.1 with the first Apple Intelligence features is now available to everyone. This update includes features like Writing Tools, Clean Up in the Photos app, notification summaries, and much more. more….....»»
Today’s deals: $150 off eufy Robot Vacuum Omni C20, $30 Fire TV Stick 4K Max, $99 Beats headphones, more
We’re less than a month away from Black Friday, which means retailers are really turning up the heat on their sales. Today, we found so … The post Today’s deals: $150 off eufy Robot Vacuum Omni C20, $30 Fire TV Stick 4K Max, $99 Bea.....»»
Apple plans second iMac G4-like smart home device
Apple's rumored smart home display could arrive in two forms, with the robot arm version joined by another with an iMac-style base.iMac G4 - Image credit: AppleRumors throughout 2024 has put forward the idea that Apple is working on more smart home d.....»»
Researchers warn against weakening Clean Air Act regulations
A new commentary published in the American Journal of Public Health has found that power plants' use of air pollution control devices saved up to 9,100 lives and up to $100 billion in health costs in 2023. These estimates reveal the substantial healt.....»»
Synthesis method improves catalytic activity by controlling the surface structure of metal particles
Fine-tuning the reactions that produce hydrogen (H2) for use as a clean fuel is an important endeavor to fight against climate change. Researchers at Tohoku University and the Tokyo University of Science have succeeded in improving the catalytic acti.....»»
Are managers at risk in an AI-driven future?
Business leaders are increasingly worried about AI's disruptive effects on the future of work. Many workers fear job losses, but their anxiety also stems from the idea of AI making decisions about their work. Should we worry about a future with robot.....»»
Watch Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot helping out at Michelin
Boston Dynamics declared its dog-like Spot robot ready for the workplace in 2020, and its latest gig is at Michelin......»»
Teaching must be made more attractive as a profession to tackle shortages, researchers say
Teaching must be made more attractive to a wider pool of graduates to tackle shortages in the profession, according to new international research comparing 18 countries......»»
Kentucky lawmaker dies weeks after plunging into an empty swimming pool on a mower
Kentucky lawmaker dies weeks after plunging into an empty swimming pool on a mower.....»»
Forget about fancy features, more robot vacuums should perfect the basics
While it's nice to have secondary features like pet snapshots and voice assistants, nothing is more exciting on a new robot vacuum than improved cleaning power......»»