Category: Gear / Gear News and Events

Framework’s Laptop 12 Could Inject New Life Into Budget Portable PCs

Budget Windows laptops still suck. Framework’s upcoming repairable and upgradeable machine could change the game. Source

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Kia Has Revealed Its Electric Camper to Rival VW’s ID.Buzz

As the EV4 sedan and EV2 mini SUV round out Kia’s electric offering, the brand confirms its PV5 Light Camper is inbound, and an even larger model is likely on the way. Source

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The New York City Subway Is Using Google Pixels to Listen for Track Defects

New York City’s transit authority is one of a few US systems experimenting with using sensors and AI to improve track inspections. Source

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Amazon’s Souped-Up Alexa+ Arrives Next Month

Alexa+ will cost $20 a month but will be free for Amazon Prime members. It’ll eventually arrive on nearly every Alexa device the company has shipped. Source

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Ads Popped Up on Drivers’ Screens. There May Be More on the Way

When Jeep owners complained ads were appearing while driving, the carmaker said it was a glitch. But as auto makers consider connected car opportunities, in-vehicle selling might be too tempting to ignore. Source

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BYD’s Free Self-Driving Tech Might Not Be Such a Boon After All

Aside from unfavorable comparisons to rival advanced driver systems, calling it God’s Eye could be as misleading a moniker as Tesla’s Full Self-Driving. Source

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