We’re on the cusp of Apple’s next hardware showcase, likely focused on its phones and wearables. This could include a change for the Apple Watch, the first since the Series 4 watch in 2018. The high-end variant of the Apple Watch Series 8 may include the largest screen Apple has ever crammed into its smartwatches , according to Bloomberg. Mark Gurman.
With a larger battery and Apple’s low-power mode, the Watch ‘Pro’, Gurman also says, could last several days on a single charge. This is the dream of Apple wearables, at least for me.
Rumors suggest that Apple is preparing a lot of new hardware for the fall. Beyond new phones and wearables, we could see updated iPads and next-gen HomePods, possibly with displays.
—Matt Smith
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Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio reprise their roles in ‘Daredevil: Born Again’.
Nearly four years after Netflix canceled Daredevil and the series most recently arrived on Disney+, Disney has confirmed that it is developing a new 18-episode TV show for its streaming service. Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio will reprise their roles as Daredevil and Kingpin.
Considering Cox’s surprise appearance in the latest Spider-Man film, it might not come as a complete shock. It came alongside plenty of new Marvel trailers and announcements at San Diego Comic-Con; We’ve rounded up some highlights in our links above. There’s also the non-Marvel news of a Lord of the Rings trailer…
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Possibly the best 2-in-1 of 2022.
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The Yoga 9i 2022 might not be the best-looking 2-in-1, but according to Engadget’s Sam Rutherford, its performance, battery life, and audio are some of the best in a modern convertible. For the latest model, Lenovo has also increased the aspect ratio to 16:10, which gives you a bit of extra screen for improved productivity, while adding a gorgeous OLED display option. And unlike many of its rivals, the Yoga 9i comes with some handy accessories, including a stylus and a protective travel case, meaning you don’t have to pay extra.
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A growing group of educational influencers can help.
Study influencers on Tiktok showcase study tips, math tutoring, and even college application help, all aimed at improving your learning. It’s still a good idea to limit the time you spend commuting. And watching study-themed TikToks is no substitute for… actually studying.
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At first, this doesn’t sound safe.
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Automakers often want to show off self-driving concept cars without steering wheels, but Baidu is close to putting such a vehicle on real-world roads. The tech giant has unveiled a new robotaxi, the Apollo RT6, with a removable steering wheel. The option allows host services to provide more space for passengers, perhaps for extra seating or even desks. The car will cost the companies the equivalent of $37,000 in China and should first be used with Baidu’s Apollo Go service in 2023.
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