French startup reveals quasi-immortal sensor that doesn’t need energy to work — SilMach’s ultra cheap microsensors can be used in a dizzying array of use cases

French startup reveals quasi-immortal sensor that doesn’t need energy to work — SilMach’s ultra cheap microsensors can be used in a dizzying array of use cases

France 2030 is a strategic €34 billion investment by the French government aiming to kickstart economic growth in the country.  As part of this initiative, the SIRCAPASS project (Surveillance of Road Infrastructures by Passive Sensors) has chosen French firm SilMach to provide ultra-cheap microsensors to monitor and ensure the structural health of bridges across the … Read more

Apple Watch Ultra 3 might not pack any hardware upgrades

Apple Watch Ultra 3 might not pack any hardware upgrades

This year’s Apple Watch Ultra refresh might disappoint you. Photo: Leander Kahney/Cult of Mac The Apple Watch Ultra 3, due to launch this year, will have “almost no” hardware upgrades. The claim comes from reputed analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Last year’s Apple Watch Ultra 2 packed modest improvements over its predecessor. Apple will seemingly follow the … Read more

Kuo: Apple Watch Ultra to Get ‘Almost No’ Hardware Upgrades This Year

Kuo: Apple Watch Ultra to Get ‘Almost No’ Hardware Upgrades This Year

Just over six months ago, Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said the likelihood of a new Apple Watch Ultra being released in 2024 was “decreasing,” but it now sounds like there will be an Apple Watch Ultra 3 this year after all. In a direct message shared with MacRumors today, Kuo said that while … Read more

Another link hints at the existence of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Ultra

Another link hints at the existence of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Ultra

We’ve heard several rumors around the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, expected to arrive in July, and the latest to appear backs up earlier claims that we’ll see a Galaxy Z Fold 6 Ultra alongside the standard model. This comes from Android Headlines (via Android Police): a Samsung phone with the model number SM-F958N … Read more

Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Ultra falls to a new low, plus the rest of the week’s best tech deals

Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Ultra falls to a new low, plus the rest of the week’s best tech deals

Another week is coming to a close, which means it’s time for another roundup of good tech deals. This week’s highlights include a new low on Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Ultra, which is $200 off and down to $1,100 for an unlocked model. That’s not exactly cheap, no, but any savings should be welcome for what … Read more

Researchers produce thinnest sheet of metal ever using a 100-year old Japanese technique — Goldene could pave way for super catalysts, ultra high density optical storage and much more

Researchers produce thinnest sheet of metal ever using a 100-year old Japanese technique — Goldene could pave way for super catalysts, ultra high density optical storage and much more

Described by Nature as the “gilded cousin of Graphene”, Goldene is a one-atom-thick sheet of gold created by scientists from Linköping University (LiU) in Sweden.  It has unique properties that the researchers believe could pave the way for applications such as carbon dioxide conversion, hydrogen production, water purification, and communication. Shun Kashiwaya, a researcher at … Read more

Dreame X30 Ultra Review: A Robot Vacuum With Flex Arms and Detachable Mop Pads

Dreame X30 Ultra Review: A Robot Vacuum With Flex Arms and Detachable Mop Pads

You can create room dividers in open layouts to better separate seating and dining areas, and drop in furniture to tell it what to expect in certain spaces. The in-app AI also tried to add furniture during some of the mapping, but it wasn’t accurate. The 2D map is the main one that you’ll edit … Read more

Don’t miss the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra for just $849 at Best Buy right now

Don’t miss the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra for just 9 at Best Buy right now

While the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra may be the latest flagship from the South Korean tech giant, the Galaxy S23 Ultra is still a stellar phone that is well worth your consideration – especially at a discounted price. Right now, you can grab a refurbished Galaxy S23 Ultra for $849 at Best Buy, which shaves … Read more

Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Ultra is on sale for its lowest price yet at Amazon and Best Buy

Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Ultra is on sale for its lowest price yet at Amazon and Best Buy

Both Amazon and Best Buy are selling unlocked models of Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Ultra with 256GB of storage for $200 off the list price. That brings the smartphone down to $1,100 and marks the lowest price we’ve seen yet (outside of trade-in and carrier offers). Last month, all three handsets in the S24 lineup were … Read more

Save big on Apple Watch Ultra 2 refurbished by Apple

Save big on Apple Watch Ultra 2 refurbished by Apple

An Apple refurb is a great way to save. Photo: Apple Apple Watch Ultra 2 joined the official Apple Certified Refurbished store. This lets buyers save $120 on the top-of-the-line smartwatch that hit the market just a few months ago. Buying refurbs from Apple is a popular way to save on used electronics that can … Read more