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Brother printers are quietly sabotaging third-party toner with firmware updates
Following on HP's footsteps by crippling non-OEM toners sparks backlash
Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro to launch in the US, starting at $379
On sale from March 11
Europe's largest battery site goes live in Scotland, boosting UK energy grid
Zenobē unveiled the groundbreaking site
BYD takes on Tesla with roof-mounted drone system for EVs
Straight out of Blade Runner 2049
TCL's premium TV shipments more than double year-on-year, overtaking LG
TCL is also narrowing the gap with Samsung in overall TV shipments
Xiaomi 15 Ultra: A Leica-powered camera phone built for photography enthusiasts
Four rear-facing cameras
Scientists develop battery that converts nuclear energy into electricity via light emission
High manufacturing costs pose a challenge to scaling up the technology
Samsung's MWC 2025 lineup features a foldable gaming handheld, 500Hz OLED monitor, and 240Hz laptop
The handheld is just a concept right now
Ice batteries are helping buildings beat the heat and save money
Cutting costs by shifting when energy is consumed
DJI unveils Dock 3, a futuristic drone station that launches from moving vehicles
The "drone-in-a-box" system is built for demanding mobile operations
Google's Taara chip miniaturizes light-based connectivity for faster internet in underserved areas
A potential revolution for when fiber optics hit their speed limits
Forward-looking: Silicon photonics could provide an alternative solution to the growing pains of purely silicon-based chips in computing and data transmission. Light-based CPUs are likely still a long way off, but connectivity is improving fast thanks to Google's X and other startup-focused ventures.
Tecno Spark Slim concept phone is less than 6 millimeters thick
How thin is too thin?
TP-Link's Archer Pro Wi-Fi 6 router is on sale for $99
The TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro is a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router with solid range in a compact design. While not the fastest, it supports OneMesh and Wi-Fi EasyMesh, making network expansion easy with compatible devices from TP-Link and other brands.
Factory begins trial for humanoid robots that can build more of themselves
Robots building more robots, what could go wrong?
Gigabyte M32UP 32" Review: The New Best Value 4K Gaming Monitor?
Gigabyte's M32UP is the follow-up to the popular M32U, offering a 32-inch 4K IPS panel with a boosted 160Hz refresh rate. While not a game-changer, is this the new best value 4K gaming monitor?
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE on sale for just $279
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S9 FE is a mid-range Android tablet featuring a 10.9" 90Hz display. It features IP68 water and dust resistance, S Pen support (included in the box), and a long-lasting battery, making it a great choice for media consumption and productivity.
China accuses Taiwan of "selling out" its semiconductor industry to the US
Would Taiwan give away TSMC to secure Trump's backing?
SteamOS VR headset could launch this year for $1,200
Seemingly final renders of a new VR controller leaked last year
This Anker 4K USB-C to HDMI adapter includes an extra 140W charging port with Thunderbolt 5
So you don't run out of juice
Scientists develop micro-robots that can flow like a fluid or collectively assemble into solid shapes
Shapeshifting robots will be perfect for when we finish developing Skynet
The OLED Burn-In Test: 1 Year Later
After 12 months of heavy productivity use, our 4K QD-OLED monitor faces the ultimate burn-in test. With no gaming or content consumption, has it survived, or is it now a burnt-out mess?
Asus reveals scented wireless mouse for a multi-sensory computing experience
Add a fresh twist to your desk
New long-range Wi-Fi HaLow router hits the market for less than $100, up to 10-mile connectivity
Morse Micro's router pushes boundaries with 32Mbps HaLow and 300Mbps Wi-Fi 4 speeds