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This 3D-printed flight simulator was one of many booths we got to see at Open Sauce this year!
The Verge· 2025-07-23 17:09
Project Overview - A flight simulation from SFO to Oakland, lasting 5 to 10 minutes, was created by Brody Lev and Trevor Bailey [1] - The flight simulation uses a 3D printed Boeing 737 cockpit with displays [1] - The simulation runs on Microsoft Flight Simulator with softwares like Moby Flight, Auto Popout, and custom code [2] Development Details - The project took 2 years to assemble [3] - Future plans include installing metal components, sidewalls, and potentially a fully enclosed room [3] Event Context - The flight simulation booth was showcased at OpenSauce Live, an interactive STEM convention [3]
We take a hotline question on why language live transitions aren’t there yet. #vergecast
The Verge· 2025-07-23 16:01
Challenges in Live AI Translation - Current AI translation tools struggle with slang and nuanced language [1] - Precision is crucial in cross-language and cross-cultural communication [2] - Translator apps, including AI, may not be able to handle outdated vocabulary or regional dialects [2][3][4] - The evolution of language and the emergence of new slang pose ongoing challenges for AI translation [4] The Need for Human Interaction - Actively engaging with native speakers is essential for understanding linguistic nuances [3] - Cultural context and historical background are important for accurate interpretation [3][4] - Real-time AI translation may not fully capture the complexities of human conversation [1][2][3]
Sarah Fackrell joins us on The Vergecast to dive into a controversial legal tactic.
The Verge· 2025-07-23 15:01
What does putting all of these storefronts onto one copyright or design patent suit do. Like what is the benefit that plaintiffs get by throwing them all onto one form, whether it's called schedule A or exhibit A or whatever it is. The reason why you want to sue a thousand people together instead of filing a thousand different lawsuits is because it saves you money.Classic. It saves you money and perhaps time and effort, right. But money is the big one.You're supposed to pay a fee of about $400 for a federa ...
Does a Star Wars droid that follows you around sound too good to be true? #TITW
The Verge· 2025-07-23 14:00
Product Performance - The Star Wars Jeta Mini Robot, priced at $2,800, exhibits unsatisfactory navigation capabilities [1][3] - The robot demonstrated issues such as bumping into furniture, failing to navigate door frames, and requiring constant supervision [2] - The initial unit malfunctioned entirely and required replacement [2] - The replacement unit experienced repeated faceplants and self-propelled falls [3] Cost-Benefit Analysis - The robot's performance is deemed inferior to that of a Roomba, despite its significantly higher price point of nearly $3,000 [3] Reliability and Durability - The robot's static discharge strap is fragile and prone to damage [3]
Guest host Mia Sato talks to Vulture’s Fran Hoepfner about the new era of the celebrity press tour.
The Verge· 2025-07-22 16:00
New Media Landscape - The new media circuit primarily exists on phone screens, accounting for 98% of its presence [1] - It features vertical video interviews and video podcasts [1] - The circuit involves interactions with internet celebrities, blurring the lines between civilians and established celebrities [2] Content & Promotion Strategies - New media appearances often prioritize showcasing the personality of the individual promoting a project [2] - Content is frequently project-agnostic, focusing more on personal connection than direct promotion [2][3] - The goal is to maintain or re-establish the individual's relevance in the zeitgeist, potentially leading to future opportunities [4] Industry Implications - The shift towards new media suggests traditional media like movies and TV may be facing viewership challenges [4] - Establishing or re-establishing A-list status is a key objective within this evolving media landscape [4]
These creators claim to have built the “World’s Largest Laptop”.
The Verge· 2025-07-22 15:04
These creators claim to have built the “World’s Largest Laptop”. While the claim needs to be fact-checked, it is rather large. An LG C3 TV connected to custom keypads playing from an actual Alienware laptop. The giant laptop was part of a STEM focused convention called OpenSauce Live. The inventors are brothers, Alex and Joe, that also run the YouTube channel No Bitrate. Subscribe: http://goo.gl/G5RXGs Like The Verge on Facebook: https://goo.gl/2P1aGc Follow on Twitter: https://goo.gl/XTWX61 Follow on Insta ...
A-lister antics and Schedule A shenanigans | The Vergecast
The Verge· 2025-07-22 12:00
[Music] Welcome to the Vergecast, the flagship podcast of talking about other people eating chicken, but we actually don't eat chicken on this show. I'm your host, Mia, not David Pierce. I'm three David Pierces in a Mias trench coat. And I'm going to be taking over the Tuesday show for the next few weeks, uh, while David is on parental leave. So, it should be really fun. On today's show, we're talking about summer blockbuster seasons. There's movie after movie coming out and celebrities want to get their pr ...
We decided to print our own Labubu as an homage to the toy trend of summer 2025. #Labubu
The Verge· 2025-07-20 14:01
We 3D printed a Laboo because they're impossible to buy right now. You know Laboos, those furry kind of scary looking toys with teeth that kids and adults seem to be obsessed with. Super cool.Check out mine. Oh wow, that's sick. They've become a craze over the last few months.So, it's no surprise that they're sold out everywhere. When something is this trendy, you have a few options. You could knowingly buy a fake one.You could scour the secondhand market. or you can make your own like we did. PopMart, the ...
Here’s how our interaction with Grok’s new anime girlfriend went. #Vergecast
The Verge· 2025-07-19 15:00
I'm like about 2 minutes into talking with Annie and I have given her a compliment. She's happy with my compliment. She wants mess to keep going.She says, "Okay, your turn to keep to keep up. Tell me something spicy to make me blush even harder." I say, "I'm married, Annie. Jake, really married? What the hell am I supposed to do with that? Why didn't you tell me sooner?" I'm like, "We literally just met." And this is this is what this bot is like. It's very strange. We could do a whole roleplay session here ...
This casket is grown entirely from the root structure of mushrooms. Read more at TheVerge.com
The Verge· 2025-07-19 14:00
Check this out. This casket is made from mushrooms. Technically, it's made of mcelium, the root structure of mushrooms.It's supposed to be a more sustainable alternative to traditional materials because mcelium is biodegradable. A mushroom casket also helps a human body break down faster. So, regular products in a body decomposition like like 20 to 30 years.So, with our product, it takes 2 to 3 years. And we're bring it in the most natural way. We're just facilitating growing an organism, putting it back in ...