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How This Spaceship-Shaped Station Will Revolutionize Arctic Exploration
CNET· 2025-07-19 09:01
Though it may look more like a flying saucer than a ship, this polar station promises to allow scientists to study the Arctic in a way that hasn't been possible before. The central Arctic is warming four times faster than anywhere else on our planet. And yet we don't really have satellites that cover the higher Arctic.The ice cap is unstable because of climate change. It's not as thick as it used to be. And so you can't just build an ice camp on top of it and drift with it, as the Russians and the Canadians ...
Unboxing Meta’s Oakley HSTN Smart Glasses
CNET· 2025-07-18 14:54
Product Overview - Oakley Meta HSTN 是一款新的 AI 眼镜产品线,加入了 Meta Ray-Bans 系列 [1] - 该产品在设计和价格上有所改进,限量版售价 500 美元 [1] Market Positioning - 该产品定位为智能眼镜,与 Meta Ray-Ban 竞争 [1]
The Foldable iPhone is Coming… with Samsung Parts?! | One More Thing
CNET· 2025-07-18 12:00
Product Development & Design - Apple is reportedly developing a folding iPhone, potentially launching in 2026 [1][4] - The folding iPhone is speculated to have a book-style design with a 7.8-8 inch crease-free inner display and a 5.5 inch outer display [4] - The device might feature Touch ID as a side button due to the challenges of incorporating Face ID into a thinner design [5] - The folding iPhone could incorporate self-healing screen technology to repair scratches [3] Cost & Market Positioning - The estimated cost of the folding iPhone is between $2,000 and $2,500, potentially making it the most expensive iPhone [5] Component Suppliers & Technology - Samsung Display is expected to supply the folding screen for the iPhone [2][9][10] - New laser drilling techniques may be used in the hinge design, potentially increasing the phone's cost [10] Technical Specifications - The folded iPhone is predicted to be around 9 millimeters thick [6] - The device is expected to have a dual-lens camera on the back, a single front camera when closed, and another single lens inside when open [6] - The folding iPhone is expected to have the same battery as the rumored ultra-thin iPhone 17 [7]
Switch 2 vs. Steam Deck: Battle of the Handhelds
CNET· 2025-07-17 12:01
Gaming Console Comparison: Key Considerations - The gaming industry focuses on game library as a crucial factor when comparing handheld consoles [2] - Industry analysis reveals the Switch 2 offers access to Nintendo's exclusive titles, while the Steam Deck provides a larger, more diverse gaming library [2][4][6] - The Steam Deck supports cloud-based gaming platforms and remote play, expanding its gaming options [6] Hardware and Design - The Switch 2 features a 79% in LCD display with 1080p resolution at 120 Hz, while the Steam Deck OLED has a 74% in OLED screen with 1280x800 resolution at 60 or 90 Hz [9] - The Switch 2 is lighter (534 g) and more compact than the Steam Deck OLED (640 g), enhancing portability [11] - The Steam Deck's ergonomic design and built-in back buttons offer a more comfortable gaming experience [13] Pricing and Storage - The Steam Deck offers multiple configurations, starting with a $400 LCD model (256 GB), and OLED models at $550 (512 GB) and $650 (1 TB) [15] - The Switch 2 has a single option: 256 GB internal storage with an LCD screen for $450 [15] - Both consoles support micro SD card expansion, but the Switch 2 requires pricier Micro SD Express cards [16] Battery Life and Accessories - The Switch 2 has a 5,220 mAh battery, offering 2 to 65 hours of gaming, while the Steam Deck OLED has a larger 6,470 mAh battery, lasting 3 to 12 hours [14] - The Switch 2 includes a dock for TV connectivity, while the Steam Deck requires separate purchase of cables or accessories [10] - The Steam Deck includes a carrying case, whereas the Switch 2 does not [13][14]
We Tracked Down an AI Obituary Pirate to Find Out Why They're Exploiting Our Grief
CNET· 2025-07-16 12:01
AI 驱动的虚假信息扩散 - AI 生成的虚假讣告正在泛滥,利用人们的悲伤情绪 [1][2] - NewsGuard 发现,不可靠的 AI 生成新闻网站从 2023 年 5 月的 49 个激增至 1200 个 [3] 经济动机 - 虚假讣告的目的是为了广告收入,通过点击量或展示次数获利 [5][6] - 即使只有少数人访问,大规模自动化操作也能带来利润 [7] 平台应对与挑战 - Facebook 已经清理了超过 1 million 个虚假账户,但问题仍然存在 [8] - 社交媒体平台的内容审核力度正在减弱 [9] 个人保护措施 - 如果在信誉良好的平台上发现可疑的讣告,应向管理员举报 [10] - 可以使用 AI 工具来验证讣告是否由 AI 撰写 [10] - 分享真实的讣告,并提醒亲友注意潜在的虚假信息 [11] - 在涉及诈骗或造成严重精神损害的情况下,可以寻求法律咨询 [11][12]
Gemini on the Galaxy Watch 8 Made Me a Believer | All Things Mobile
CNET· 2025-07-15 12:00
Functionality and Performance - Gemini on Galaxy watches initially met with skepticism, but its performance proved convincing [1] - The watch summarizes responses and reads them aloud, providing hands-free information access [2] - Gemini accurately translated multiple prompts, including Spanish, demonstrating its language capabilities [4] - Gemini simplifies tasks, potentially replacing phone-based text input due to improved voice dictation [5] Integration and Future Potential - Gemini requires Gemini on the phone and Wear OS 4 or higher on the watch for automated updates [5] - Seamless integration across devices allows access to information from phone to wrist and vice versa [6] - Third-party app integration on Wear OS 6 unlocks further potential for Gemini's functionality [6] User Experience - The system can identify the actual photo spot of a landmark, not just the landmark itself, and provide directions [3]
Phones Are Loaded With AI – So Why Don't We Care? | All Things Mobile
CNET· 2025-07-14 12:01
User Adoption & Perception - A CNET survey reveals only 11% of US adults upgrade phones for AI features [2] - Approximately 30% of people find mobile AI unhelpful and don't want more AI features [2] - 20% of people admit they don't even know how to use the AI features on their phones [3] - Half of those surveyed are unwilling to pay extra for AI features on their phones [6] - 85% are unwilling to pay for a smarter Siri [6] Company Strategy & Monetization - Tech giants hope users will rely on AI tools and eventually pay to access them [4] - Samsung indicates Galaxy AI features will be free until the end of 2025 on supported devices [4] - Reports suggest Apple might eventually charge for some AI-powered features [4] - Amazon has started charging for the AI-supercharged Alexa Plus [5] Alternative Priorities - Consumers prioritize longer battery life, ample storage, and good cameras when buying new phones [3][9] - Price remains the top consideration for consumers [3] Industry Trends & Challenges - AI has become mainstream, blurring the lines between phone offerings [7] - Phone designs have become predictable, making AI a potential differentiator [7][8] - Software refreshes with AI are easier to implement than new hardware designs [9] - Phone makers need to focus on practical AI use cases to make them more appealing [10]
AI in Phones Aren't As Appealing to Users as Companies Think
CNET· 2025-07-14 12:01
Consumer Preferences - A CNET survey reveals that only 11% of US adults upgrade phones for AI features [2] - Approximately 30% of individuals find mobile AI unhelpful and oppose adding more AI features [2] - Consumers prioritize battery life, storage, and camera quality over AI when upgrading phones [2] - Price remains the primary factor for consumers when purchasing new phones [3] AI Adoption and Awareness - 20% of people admit they are not familiar with how to use the AI features on their phones [3] - The survey indicates that AI is a low-priority consideration for both iPhone and Android users [3] Industry Perspective - Tech companies like Apple, Samsung, and Google continue to integrate AI, aiming for user reliance and eventual paid access [4]
Look Inside Dyson's New Circular Strawberry Farm
CNET· 2025-07-13 12:01
Circular Farming Innovation - Dyson's circular farm design features rotating strawberry plants, robots for harvesting and pest control, and sensors for monitoring [1] - The circular design results in 250% more yield than traditional greenhouses [4] - Dyson uses robots with UV light to kill mold and robots to distribute beneficial insects [4] - 16 strawberry picking robots harvested 200,000 strawberries in a single month [4] Sustainable Agriculture and Renewable Energy - Dyson grows various crops, including wheat, barley, potatoes, peas, maize, and rye, to regenerate soil nutrients [5] - Energy crops are used to generate electricity, powering the equivalent of 10,000 homes [5][6] - Heat produced during the breakdown of crops is recycled to warm the glass house [6] - Broken down crops are returned to the land as fertilizer [6] - Dyson dedicates 11% (4,000 acres out of 36,000 acres) of its farmland to attract pollinating insects [6] Farm Details - Dyson's circular strawberry farms are housed in a 26-acre glass house in the UK [2] - The circular farm rig is over 18 ft tall and 78 ft long [3]
How To Deep Clean Your Fitness Tracker (and Why You Should!)
CNET· 2025-07-12 12:00
Product Maintenance - Regular cleaning of smartwatches or fitness trackers is important to prevent skin irritation from accumulated dirt and grime [2] - The video demonstrates cleaning a Garmin Forerunner 965, highlighting its 5ATM waterproof rating, which allows submersion up to 50 meters [4][5] - Different watch bands (silicone, leather, metallic) require different cleaning methods, with leather and metallic bands needing gentle wiping instead of submersion [11][12] - Key areas to clean include where the watch face meets the band, the heart rate monitor, and the charging port [7][12] - Avoid using chemical solvents or abrasive materials on the screen; a microfiber cloth is recommended [14][15] Usage Tips - The presenter wears the watch in the shower, which helps to keep it clean [18] - A thumbtack (or toothpick/safety pin) can be used gently to scrape off gunk from hard-to-reach areas like the charging port [3][4][13] - Cotton swabs are useful for cleaning the areas where the band meets the watch face [3][7] Accessories - Silicone bands are easy to clean due to their waterproof nature [9] - Screen protectors can be used to prevent scratches, especially on watches prone to them [15]