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Xiaomi’s new outdoor CCTV camera runs on solar power and mobile data

Xiaomi has released a new outdoor security camera in China that runs entirely on solar power and mobile data. The new Xiaomi Smart Solar Camera 4 Pro includes a solar panel for charging and a built-in 9,900mAh battery. According to the company, the battery can keep the camera running for more than eight days without sunlight. It also has two internal 4G SIM cards that work together to keep the connection stable, even in areas where network coverage is weak. The camera comes with two 5-megapixel lenses that can record video in 3K quality. One lens moves up and down and side to side, while the other offers a wider rotation range for better coverage. The large aperture helps capture clear images at night, and the infrared lights allow visibility up to 10 meters in the dark. Other useful features include a slot for a microSD card, an IP66 rating that protects against dust and rain, and motion detection powered by artificial intelligence. Xiaomi is selling the Smart So...
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HONOR Band 11, Band 11 Pro, Band 11 Pro GPS unveiled

HONOR has subtly introduced the HONOR Band 11 series in China by starting pre-orders. The HONOR Band 11 Pro GPS edition is the highlight of the series, which is the first HONOR Band to ever come with GPS connectivity. This is perfect for tracking and recording routes for runners, cyclists, and other outdoor workouts. Both the Band 11 Pro and 11 Pro GPS models have a battery life of up to 26 days, while the Band 11 only lasts up to 18 days. The rest of the specs are identical to the Band 10 series. They still come with 1.57-inch AMOLED screens with a tall aspect ratio and a 402 x 256 resolution, and quick-release straps. It also supports up to 96 sports modes, with 11 professional modes for workouts like running, cycling, and swimming. The Band 11 series is also the first to have the HONOR Heart Health Research feature that can ping you if it detects irregular heartbeats, possible atrial fibrillation, abnormal heart rates, and premature beats. It can also ...
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Pinoy automaker Francisco Motors launches first EV, the Elektron SUV

After teasing it for months, Filipino automaker Francisco Motors finally launched its first electric vehicle, the Elektron SUV. The Elektron SUV will be available in three variants. The cheapest one is called the Basic model, which comes with a range of over 400 kilometers with its 54.9kWh lithium iron phosphate battery. There’s the Fashion variant that has a range of over 500 kilometers with its 63.2kWh battery, and finally, there’s the top-of-the-line Deluxe variant with an 81.5kWh battery, as well as dual electric motors and all-wheel drive. The Deluxe’s motors can provide 340 kilowatts of power and 640Nm of torque, propelling you from 0 to 100km/h in just 4.3 seconds and achieving a top speed of 180km/h. Meanwhile, the Basic and Fashion variants rely on a single electric motor that can do 0-100km/h in 7.7 seconds with a top speed of 160km/h. In terms of size, the crossover SUV has dimensions of 4,640mm x 1,870mm x 1,655mm, with a whee...
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TECNO MegaPad 2 LTE: Helio G99 CPU, 11″ 2.5K 90Hz refresh rate, 8,200mAh battery

TECNO has unveiled the MegaPad 2 LTE, a budget-friendly tablet that’s also now available in the Philippines. The TECNO MegaPad 2 LTE features a large 11-inch 2.5K IPS display with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate, 550-nit peak brightness, and a TUV Rheinland certification for being flicker-free and low blue light emission. Under the hood, it is powered by the trusty MediaTek Helio G99 processor, a 6nm chip equipped with 4G LTE connectivity so you can stay online even without access to WiFi. It then has a decent 8,200mAh battery, with an included 18W fast charger. TECNO boasted its ultra-thin design of just 6.6mm. We then have an 8-megapixel camera on the front and an 8-megapixel sensor on the back with an LED flash. You also get four speakers with Dolby Atmos and the latest Android 16-based HiOS 16 interface. From July 27 to 30, you can get the TECNO MegaPad 2 LTE for only Php13,266 for the 6GB/128GB model and Php15,799 for the 8GB/256GB. It comes...
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Meta bans creators that film people without consent using smart glasses

Meta has started removing videos from Instagram that were filmed secretly using its own smart glasses. The company is banning accounts that post content where people are recorded without knowing it. According to the report by Business Insider , the decision comes after many reports of men using the glasses to film women in public spaces without their permission. Some creators have also been filming service workers as part of so-called pranks that often feel more like harassment. As a result, the glasses have gained some bad nicknames because of how some people use them. This has become a problem for Meta’s brand image. Students are using smart AI glasses to cheat on tests Several accounts that made a habit of recording women without consent have already been shut down. Meta confirmed these bans were linked to harassment content filmed with the company’s glasses. However, the total number of removed videos has not been shared. Meta also made a techn...
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Steam now lets anyone buy and gift games without an account

Valve has just made some big changes to how gifting works on Steam . The new updates mean you can now buy and send games to people without jumping through as many hoops. The biggest change is that you no longer need a Steam account to buy a game for someone else. Last year, Valve tested this for gift cards and hardware. Now it works for every game on the platform. You can just share your wishlist with someone, and they can buy you a game as a guest. No account needed on their end. There is also a new way to send gifts through email. Instead of needing a person’s Steam username, you can just type in their email address. They will get a link in their inbox. If that email is linked to their Steam account, they can sign in and claim the game right away. But there are a few things to keep in mind. The person has 30 days to accept the gift. After that, Steam will give the buyer their money back. You also cannot set a gift to arrive on a specific date. And both you and t...
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EU exempts smartwatches, wireless earbuds from replaceable battery rules

The European Commission (EU) has granted exemptions to six device categories, meaning they won’t need to feature user-replaceable batteries. These include smartwatches, fitness bands, smart glasses, certain medical tools, electronic toys, thermometers, and devices used in hazardous areas. The original regulation, introduced in 2023 under the European Green Deal, was designed to cut electronic waste by making batteries easier to swap out. That rule was supposed to kick in by 2027 . However, officials have now decided that for some products, letting users open up the device could hurt performance or safety. For example, water resistance or durability might suffer if the battery is too easy to access. Even though these gadgets are exempt, they still must be repairable by qualified technicians. Wireless earbuds, like Apple’s AirPods, may also qualify for this exception if the Commission decides that user access to the battery poses risks. Smartphones are not exempt. They st...
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