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Logitech introduces Mobi Fold, a foldable mouse with major flip phone vibes

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technology10h ago

Logitech introduces Mobi Fold, a foldable mouse with major flip phone vibes

Mashable.com and 4 more

Logitech positions the Mobi Fold as a portable laptop companion with a foldable design and a carrying pouch for on-the-go work.
The device folds in half, creating a compact rectangle for easy bag insertion and travel use.
Logitech claims up to 32 days of battery life with the USB receiver and 22 hours from a 1-minute quick charge, boosting travel practicality.

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$130 Million in Lost Productivity Due to Bad Meetings, Finds New Study from Jabra

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business1d ago

$130 Million in Lost Productivity Due to Bad Meetings, Finds New Study from Jabra

Markets.businessinsider.com and 4 more

In a company with around 5,000 employees, unnecessary meetings and tech failures cost about $130 million in lost productivity each year.
More than half of meeting time (58%) is seen as unnecessary, equating to 26 working days of lost productivity per person each year.
Technology failures disrupt meetings, with 75% of hybrid meetings and 52% of fully virtual meetings affected and time lost to audio, video, and connectivity issues.

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Warren to call for reversal of Trump's UAE chip sales after 'Spy Sheikh' revelations

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politics8h ago

Warren to call for reversal of Trump's UAE chip sales after 'Spy Sheikh' revelations

Cnbc.com

Sen. Elizabeth Warren plans a Senate resolution to condemn and reverse the UAE AI chip sale.
The motion follows revelations about Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, nicknamed the Spy Sheikh.
The deal would ship 500,000 Nvidia AI chips annually to the UAE.
Warren frames the sale as a national-security risk linked to China access to tech.
Warren’s stance is described as exclusive to CNBC.
The resolution would condemn Trump’s decision on the UAE chip sale if enacted.
Trump has denied wrongdoing related to Tahnoon’s purchase and the chip deal.
Warren argues the UAE’s actions could benefit a Trump crypto venture before inauguration.
The White House framed as Trump profiting from national-security risk.
Warren noted that American startups and universities need chips at home.

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GM eyes new battery chemistry to grow AI data center, energy storage business

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business20h ago

GM eyes new battery chemistry to grow AI data center, energy storage business

Cnbc.com and 3 more

GM wants to commercialize sodium-ion battery cells for large-scale energy storage by 2028, strengthening cost and durability versus current options.
Sodium-ion cells can operate at high temperatures without active cooling, reducing system complexity and life-cycle costs for storage near utilities or data centers.
GM envisions sodium-ion as a long-term grid-storage successor, with initial deployment in grid packs before evaluating future EV applications.

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The Duskbloods Re-Emerges With In-Game Footage as FromSoftware Sets Closed Network Test for This Summer

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technology1d ago

The Duskbloods Re-Emerges With In-Game Footage as FromSoftware Sets Closed Network Test for This Summer

Ign.com and 3 more

The Duskbloods will run a summer 2026 closed network test on Nintendo Switch 2, ahead of its release window.
A new Bloodsworn-centered PvPvE action game mode will place players among seven others in tense battles.
Nintendo Direct footage showcased The Duskbloods with a brief trailer and environment shots, hinting at its look and feel.

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10-Year-Old Boy Invents A Genius Device To Stop Children Dying In Hot Cars After His Neighbor’s Death

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technology1d ago

10-Year-Old Boy Invents A Genius Device To Stop Children Dying In Hot Cars After His Neighbor’s Death

Boredpanda.com

A 10-year-old Texas student designed the Oasis, a device to prevent children from dying in hot cars.
The idea followed the neighbor's death of a 6-month-old in a hot car, prompting the inventor's family to pursue a fix.
Funding has begun on GoFundMe to advance manufacturing and secure a patent for Oasis.
Bishop Curry's project aims to turn a concept into a practical safety tool for families.
The Oasis device functions by monitoring interior car temperature and activating cooling and alerts at a critical threshold.
Supporters describe the project as a practical safeguard for families, not a replacement for parenting.
The GoFundMe page has already raised substantial funds to help bring Oasis to life.
Experts note the device could complement safety practices but must prove efficacy.
The Oasis project is at an early stage with a 3-D model and potential for real-world testing.
The story highlights youth innovation addressing critical child-safety issues.

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AI is helping software engineers do more — and faster. Companies are still waiting for the payoff.

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business6h ago

AI is helping software engineers do more — and faster. Companies are still waiting for the payoff.

Businessinsider.com and 2 more

AI coding tools can accelerate individual software tasks, but sustained firm value depends on scalable workflows rather than one-off speed gains.
Experts warn that faster individual task completion has not yet reliably translated into broad, repeatable company-wide productivity or profits.
Analysts caution that AI gains may be offset by higher throughput expectations and the costs of coordinating AI-enabled work across teams.
Wharton and McKinsey researchers warn that AI spending could backfire if it does not yield measurable productivity gains for the broader business.
Industry observers compare AI adoption to past automation waves, stressing the need to redesign workflows and metrics so AI is not mistaken for automatic performance.
"The Great Coding Reset" framing highlights AI's broad impact on software engineering, with real gains often outpacing firmwide adoption.
Executive remarks at Uber suggest AI usage does not automatically translate into more useful consumer features.
Let’s Data Science notes the productivity paradox persists, with anecdotal gains not yet yielding clear, measurable ROI across firms.
Analysts expect AI-driven productivity improvements to emerge gradually over years, not overnight.
Longer-term concerns focus on measuring, funding, and scaling AI across operations to secure real ROI and durable advantage.

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Insta360 unveils Luna Ultra, its Osmo Pocket competitor

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technology4h ago

Insta360 unveils Luna Ultra, its Osmo Pocket competitor

Mashable.com and 2 more

Insta360 Luna Ultra debuts with a detachable 2-inch OLED touchscreen that enables wireless control from up to 66 feet, reinforcing its portable gimbal-camera niche.
The Luna Ultra is the result of a Leica collaboration, bringing Leica color profiles and a high-end lens ecosystem to Insta360's gimbal form factor.
Video capability targets professionals with 8K 30fps capture, alongside high-frame-rate options and flexible shooting modes.
Battery life tops around four hours per charge, with rapid charging restoring 80% in roughly 23 minutes to support on-the-go shooting.
Priced at $769.99, the Luna Ultra arrives with multiple colorways and accessory options that broaden its professional-use appeal.
Industry context notes from PetaPixel and B&H suggest limited initial details on sensor specs, with broader information available through retailers.
The Luna Ultra positions Insta360 against DJI Osmo Pocket 4P, signaling a push into the high-end travel and professional vlogging segment.
Leica partnership extends beyond Luna Ultra, with ongoing imaging collaboration and new products teased in the wider insta360 ecosystem.
Launch imagery and official specs accompany the roll-out, helping creators understand the device's capabilities and inputs.
Market context notes mention Osmo Pocket 4P influence, hinting at a catalyzing effect on professional accessory markets.

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AI Boosting Productivity but Fueling Job Anxiety Among Canadian Workers

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technology4h ago

AI Boosting Productivity but Fueling Job Anxiety Among Canadian Workers

Globenewswire.com and 2 more

AI is accelerating productivity in Canada, with widespread adoption among both workers and firms, while sparking concerns about job stability.
For durable gains, TD Economics emphasizes the need for clean data, interoperable systems, and a workforce trained to use AI within core workflows.
Canada’s productivity gap with the US is linked to weaker intangible capital investment and slower multifactor productivity growth.
Experts warn that rapid diffusion of AI requires coordinated investments in infrastructure, skills, and organizational change to become durable.
Small and mid-sized firms face higher barriers to deep AI integration due to fixed intangible-cost constraints.
TD highlights ‘AI starter packs’ and shared data standards as practical aids for SMEs to accelerate adoption.
Canada’s market fragmentation can impede broad AI diffusion by limiting firm scale, especially in services.
Early productivity gains in the US are mostly driven by investment in data centers and hardware, not immediate organizational changes.
A GlobeNewswire poll shows 63% of Canadian hiring managers use AI, with 53% of job seekers reporting the same at their company.
Despite productivity gains, there is growing unease among job seekers about AI reducing entry-level opportunities and undermining creativity and problem solving.
The TD report argues durable AI gains hinge on governance, verification, and integrated data with clear process handoffs and rapid feedback loops.

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Amazon Deals of the Day: Our Favorite Headphones for Runners Just Hit a Record Low

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shopping1h ago

Amazon Deals of the Day: Our Favorite Headphones for Runners Just Hit a Record Low

Cnet.com

Shokz OpenRun Pro headphones are discounted to 125 on Amazon, a record-low price.
Google Pixel 10 price drops to 599 with 200 savings across all colors.
Shark Matrix Clean robot vacuum priced at 290, down from 599.
AirPods Pro 3 lead Walmart Deals of the Day at 179.
Garmin Forerunner 165 discounted to 200 at Walmart.
Chefman 3.5-quart air fryer available for 45 at Walmart.
CNET commerce team curates daily deals across retailers.
Prime Day context noted as deals arrive ahead of the event.
Both articles emphasize reliable sources and affiliate links.
Deals cover headphones, phones, and home electronics across retailers.

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