Aaron Leong
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Oh, be still my heart, Lexus's spiritual successor to the legendary LFA, the LFR, has been caught in the wild and it's looking to be a stormer (with long-term reliability to boot). The low-slung camouflaged car has so far been seen undergoing testing on public roads in sunny Southern California and the...
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Xiaomi has officially confirmed the imminent launch of a wave of new flagship devices. Set to debut in China on June 26, the launch event will be highlighted by the Mix Flip 2, Pad 7S Pro, Redmi K Pad, and Redmi K80 Ultra.
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leaked scores
The Mix Flip 2, Xiaomi's latest foldable, will apparently be...
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In collaboration with Google, Lenovo has officially launched the Chromebook Plus 14—its "most advanced Chromebook Plus yet"—integrating powerful innards and more exclusive Google AI capabilities than ever before. The machine boasts a MediaTek Kompanio Ultra processor that can handle up to 50 TOPS, a 14-inch OLED...
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Noctua, the renowned Austrian cooling specialist, has once again raised the bar with the official release of its flagship NF-A12x25 G2 next-generation 120mm fan. The NF-A12x25 G2—let's just call it the G2 from here on out—introduces a suite of cutting-edge innovations designed to deliver improved performance-to-noise...
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After years of anticipation and bold pronouncements from CEO Elon Musk, Tesla’s highly-touted (or tooted) robotaxi service has officially commenced operations in a limited, invite-only capacity in Austin. Not only that, Tesla is gambling on providing customers with a low (at least initially) flat rate as part of its...
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Samsung’s S-Pen, a signature feature that's pretty much defined Galaxy Note and Ultra smartphones for ages, may be on the verge of a significant change, and not in a good way. Whispers from reliable sources in China suggest that the upcoming Galaxy S27 Ultra could mark the end of the built-in S-Pen slot, forcing users...
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The Disney Pixar Toy Story IP train keeps chugging along in this honestly adorable, official, and very limited edition MSI prebuild gaming PC that commemorates the beloved show's 30th anniversary. Chalk full of Toy Story themes and references, it'd be a crime if the PC—packing an Intel Core Ultra 5 245K, Z890 Gaming...
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Perched atop Cerro Pachón in Chile, the newly-commissioned Vera C. Rubin Observatory has released some highly exciting first images that offer a stunning preview of its unprecedented capabilities. These initial glimpses showcase the telescope's enormous field of view, speed, and ultra-high-resolution imaging of the...
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Ferrari, has reportedly pushed back the launch of its second electric vehicle (EV) by at least two years, now targeting 2028 or later. Originally slated for a 2026 debut, the sophomore EV model stems primarily from a "non-existent" demand for high-performance luxury EVs among its elite clientele, according to sources...
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It looks like Samsung Electronics is making strategic adjustments to its smartphone production, significantly increasing its June output of foldable phones specifically for the United States market. The boost will see US-destined foldable production jump from an initial 400,000 to 600,000 units, and is reportedly a...
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Honor has officially unveiled the Magic V5 with the intention of redefining what an ultra-thin foldable smartphone can be. Debuting ahead of its official July 2 launch, the 4.35-millimeter Magic V5 aims to claim the title of the world's thinnest and lightest book-style foldable, setting a new benchmark for competitors...
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In news that sounds almost straight out of an alternate universe, Honda, more famous for reliable Civics and fuss-free lawnmowers, has successfully launched and landed an experimental reusable rocket. Meanwhile, SpaceX, the old hand of the private space sector, is blowing things up (again), this time due to a pressure...
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Google Messages is rolling out a welcomed wave of new features: among the most anticipated additions are "Delete For Everyone", Snooze Notifications, and expanded group chat customization. These updates are now reaching stable channel users.
For anyone who's ever sent a text in haste, in a passionate exchange or...
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YouTube Shorts is set to shake things up (for better or worse) with the upcoming integration of Google's advanced AI video and audio generator, Veo 3—for free, no less. Announced by YouTube CEO Neal Mohan at the Cannes Lions advertising and creative communications event, this new Shorts feature democratizes access to...
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Samsung's semiconductor foundry business is reportedly in crisis, facing scrutiny and internal overhauls following Google's decision to entrust the production of its next-generation Pixel 10 Tensor G5 processor to rival TSMC. While this departure has obviously sent shockwaves within Samsung, it's rather surprising how...
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This week, astronomers have unveiled the most intricate and vibrant image ever captured of the Sculptor Galaxy (NGC 253) in a stunning thousand-color spectrum. This unprecedented view, thanks to the European Southern Observatory’s (ESO) Very Large Telescope (VLT) and its Multi Unit Spectroscopic Explorer (MUSE)...
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Aiming to transform user-generated content into actionable marketing ads, Reddit unveiled its "Community Intelligence" suite this week at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. This AI-powered platform promises to redefine how advertisers connect with their audiences by leveraging the vast and real...
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Chevrolet has just pulled back the curtain on its most bonkers Corvette yet: the 2026 Corvette ZR1X. Hailed by the automaker as a "true American hypercar," the car shatters performance benchmarks (how does sub-2 seconds 0-60 mph sound?), combining twin-turbo V8 power and hybrid technology to deliver a monstrous 1,250...
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As NASA gears up for its 2027 Artemis III mission, engineers and astronauts at Marshall Space Flight Center's Flat Floor Facility in Huntsville, Alabama, are meticulously simulating the extreme lighting conditions expected at the lunar South Pole, the target landing site for Artemis III. This seemingly simple exercise...
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In a spectacle that combined horsepower with audacious ambition, a stock Stars and Stripes-adorned C8 Chevrolet Corvette recently took to the skies, soaring 110 feet through the air at action sports icon Travis Pastrana's "dirt playground" in Maryland. While Pastrana, renowned for his daredevilry in motocross, rally...
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Samsung Galaxy Watches are on track to get some big health monitoring upgrades in the upcoming One UI 8 Watch. Some highlights feature Antioxidant Index that measure what your fruits and vegetables are doing for your body, the self-explanatory Running Coach, and more.
Antioxidant Index
Arguably one of the most...
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You may need a shoulder to cry on after this one: Robin Scott, the visionary founder and long-standing operator of Nexus Mods, has stepped down after 24 years at the helm. Scott, known affectionately as "Dark0ne" to millions of modding enthusiasts, revealed that the decision was driven by a crucial need to prioritize...
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