Meta Unveils Prescription Ray-Ban Smart Glasses to Target Billions of Eyewear Consumers

Meta is preparing to launch two new Ray-Ban smart glasses models designed specifically for prescription wearers, according to a Bloomberg report published on Thursday. The models, codenamed Scriber and Blazer, were first spotted in Federal Communications Commission filings and are expected to reach consumers as early as next week. They do not represent a new […]

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Kandou AI Secures $225M from SoftBank and Synopsys to Address AI’s Memory Wall

Kandou AI, a Swiss semiconductor company that builds chip-to-chip interconnect technology, has raised $225 million in what it calls a Series A round, led by Maverick Silicon with strategic participation from SoftBank, Synopsys, Cadence Design Systems, and Alchip Technologies. The round values the company at $400 million. The label is worth pausing on: Kandou was […]

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The Legendary Manual Transmission Will Cease Production in 2026

car audio systems outperform many home speakers.

The upcoming fate of CDs for music-enthusiast drivers

NASA Suggests $20 Billion Funding for Permanent Lunar Base Development

The Artemis III lunar landing has been either canceled or, more accurately, rescheduled with an interim mission — the actual lunar landing is set for Artemis IV.

Nevertheless, the NASA team is already eagerly anticipating future missions, such as Artemis V. This is where the phased strategy for constructing a lunar base has been seriously proposed, taking place in three phases that will encompass: Phase one for building, testing, and learning; Phase Two for establishing the preliminary infrastructure; and Phase Three to achieve a prolonged human presence on the lunar surface. Over the next seven years, NASA intends to invest more than $20 billion to construct the base. That’s quite a significant expense.

Primarily, Isaacman disclosed plans to collaborate with commercial partners to fulfill this comprehensive mission. They aim for “no fewer than two launch providers,” with crewed landings planned every six months. Isaacman also asserts that “America will never again relinquish the moon.”

What will NASA create with the $20 billion?

In a distinct fact sheet and digital presentation provided by NASA, we can discern nearly precisely how the lunar base will be assembled. It will ultimately feature living habitats, likely research facilities, pressurized rovers for traversing the lunar terrain, and nuclear power systems. Everything will be constructed near the south pole of the moon, close to where Artemis III was initially scheduled to land.

Commencing with a “rapid series of robotic” and initially uncrewed missions, phase one will focus on scouting the site for the base. Phase two will mark the beginning of early habitation, where solar and nuclear-powered stations will be established, enhanced communication systems will be activated, and required cargo—up to 60 tons—will be delivered. Finally, phase three is when NASA intends to secure a long-term human

Samsung Galaxy S26 Update Improves File Sharing with iPhone

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has unveiled an innovative function that facilitates effortless file sharing with Apple gadgets through AirDrop. This enhancement to Samsung’s Quick Share capability allows users to conveniently transfer files between Galaxy S26 smartphones and Apple gadgets such as iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks.

The incorporation of AirDrop into the Galaxy S26 series signifies a major advancement in closing the divide between Android and Apple ecosystems, simplifying the sharing of content across various platforms for users. This feature debuted on March 23, 2026, in Korea and has since rolled out to additional areas, including the U.S. and Canada.

To utilize this function, make sure the Apple device is configured to receive AirDrop transfers by modifying the settings to “Everyone for 10 Minutes.” On the Galaxy S26, update to the most recent software and verify that Google Play Services and the Quick Share application are current. Afterward, activate “Share with Apple devices” in the Quick Share configuration.

This innovation is a significant advantage for users who often work with both Android and Apple devices, streamlining the sharing of photos, videos, and other files. It removes the necessity for third-party applications or cloud services, providing a direct and effective approach to cross-platform file sharing. The feature is presently exclusive to the Galaxy S26 series, with intentions for wider compatibility in the future.