Surgeons have lost the ability to feel tissue during minimally invasive and robotic operations, making it harder to detect tumors. A European research team called PALPABLE is building a soft robotic “fingertip” that uses light to map tissue stiffness. The first prototype is scheduled for testing by
Apple has launched a new AirTag with key upgrades. It features a 50% louder speaker and Precision Finding with a 50% longer range, thanks to a new Ultra Wideband chip. The company is also pushing its airline partnerships hard, claiming a 90% reduction in truly lost luggage.
New leaks cast doubt on a major rumored upgrade for Samsung’s next flagship. It looks like native magnetic charging, similar to Apple’s MagSafe, might not be coming to the Galaxy S26 series after all.
Apple has quietly upgraded its AirTag tracker. The new model keeps the $29 price but extends Precision Finding range by 50% and adds a much louder speaker. It’s available to order now.
Vaonis has unveiled the Hyperia, a $99,000 smart observatory designed for professionals but open to individual orders. It features a Canon 150mm refractor lens and a 45MP full-frame sensor, all controlled by a simple app. Deliveries are planned for 2027.
According to analyst estimates and CEO Jensen Huang, Nvidia is set to become TSMC’s largest customer this year, overtaking Apple. This reflects the overwhelming financial force of the AI boom, with Nvidia’s AI chips driving a massive transformation in TSMC’s business and investments. The shift chang
It’s a packed week in tech with updates hitting everything from Windows Notepad to YouTube TV’s pricing. But it’s not all good news, as a critical Windows bug breaks file saving and a beloved Android app takes a controversial turn under new ownership.
A new device called the NexPhone is aiming to be your smartphone and your desktop computer. It runs three operating systems and could launch as a budget-friendly alternative to buying separate devices in 2026.
The Nintendo Switch 2 saw a significant slowdown in holiday sales compared to its predecessor. Analysts blame a tough economy and a lack of a true system-selling blockbuster game during the critical season.
A breakthrough from Penn and Michigan has produced robots smaller than a grain of salt. These fully programmable devices can sense their environment, move, and are powered by light. The potential uses range from internal medical procedures to micro-manufacturing.
