A new wearable device called Hydrosense is being marketed as a tool for athletes to better understand their hydration needs by directly measuring sweat. The product, launched through a crowdfunding campaign, is currently available at an early bird price of $149 for a pack of ten single-use sensors. Unlike conventional wearables that estimate hydration indirectly through effort or environmental factors, Hydrosense uses colorimetric technology to analyse sweat composition. The disposable sensors provide up to four hours of data, offering users real-time insights into fluid and electrolyte loss. “According to its manufacturer, the device uses colorimetric technology to directly analyse sweat,…
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OpenAI researchers say they have identified a cause of why artificial intelligence systems produce fabricated information and outlined a possible solution. The problem, known as “hallucination,” occurs when AI assistants generate false claims, fictional sources or fabricated quotes with apparent confidence. In a paper published Sept. 5, Adam Kalai, Santosh Vempala of Georgia Tech, and other researchers argue that hallucinations are driven less by sloppy model design and more by the way performance is measured. “Hallucinations aren’t caused by sloppy writing, but by the way current evaluation metrics are set up,” the paper states. Current benchmarks tend to reward confident…
Xiaomi’s upcoming 16 series smartphones could feature some of the largest batteries in the market, according to leaks ahead of their expected launch this month. The top-tier Xiaomi 16 Pro Max may include a 7,500 mAh cell, while the base Xiaomi 16 could carry a 7,000 mAh battery. Leaker Yogesh Brar posted on X that the Xiaomi 16 Pro is tipped to come with a smaller 6,300 mAh battery, still an upgrade from the 6,100 mAh cell in the Xiaomi 15 Pro. “These are massive battery numbers even compared to the company’s already large batteries in the Xiaomi 15 series,”…
Tesla Inc’s board is preparing to put forward a new compensation plan for Chief Executive Elon Musk that could, if approved and achieved, make him the world’s first trillionaire. The proposal, known as the 2025 CEO performance award, would grant Musk up to $900 billion in Tesla stock. Shareholders are expected to vote on the plan at the company’s annual general meeting on Nov. 6, 2025. The package comes with demanding conditions. Musk would only receive the payout if Tesla meets a series of steep performance benchmarks, including raising the company’s market capitalization from its current $1.1 trillion to $8.5…
Garmin has released the GPSMap H1i Plus, a handheld GPS designed for outdoor adventurers who need reliable navigation and the ability to call for help when far from mobile networks. The device integrates Garmin’s inReach satellite service, enabling SOS alerts, two-way text messaging and even short photo or voice messages. “This gadget can make emergency calls via satellite, even when no mobile network is available,” Garmin said. The system is intended for hikers, climbers and travelers in remote areas. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcUp9tcY0rQ&ab_channel=GarminEMEA Navigation is supported by Garmin’s TopoActive maps, satellite imagery and a 3.5-inch touchscreen that can be used to plan routes…
Realme’s upcoming Watch 5 is expected to bring a broader set of features to its wearable line, according to new renders and specifications revealed in a report. The smartwatch is tipped to include a 1.97-inch AMOLED display with 390 x 450 resolution and peak brightness of 600 nits. It will support GPS navigation across five satellite systems, Bluetooth calling, and NFC contactless payments, enabling the use of membership and access cards directly from the watch. https://twitter.com/Sudhanshu1414/status/1962499218469499312 A new gaming mode is also expected, designed to let users track mobile gaming performance metrics from their wrist. The Watch 5 is reported…
Ripple Effect, one of the studios behind Battlefield 6, has confirmed the game will not include ray-tracing technology at launch, focusing instead on performance and accessibility for a wide player base. Christian Buhl, Studio Technical Director at Ripple Effect, said the decision was made early in development to ensure the game could run smoothly across a variety of systems. “No, we are not going to have ray-tracing when the game launches, and we don’t have any plans in the near future for it either,” Buhl said in an interview. The move comes after lessons learned from the troubled launch of…
GameChange Solar has secured its first solar tracker project in New Zealand, supplying technology for Bright Fern Energy’s 23 megawatt-peak (MWp) Dannevirke Solar Farm. The deal marks the U.S.-based company’s entry into the New Zealand market and broadens its presence in Oceania. The project will use GameChange Solar’s Genius Tracker™ 1P system with a four-string configuration and integrated SpeedClamp™ technology, designed to cut installation time and costs. It will also be the first deployment of speed clamps in the region. In addition, the system includes HailStow™ functionality, which tilts modules to safer angles during hailstorms, reducing the risk of damage…
NASA is inviting ground station operators from commercial firms, universities, and even private individuals to help track the upcoming Artemis II mission, a crewed flight around the Moon scheduled for no later than April 2026. The initiative is aimed at testing how commercial systems could complement NASA’s existing communications networks. The 10-day mission will send four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft on a lunar flyby, marking the first crewed test of the Artemis program. NASA’s Deep Space and Near Space Networks will manage critical communications, but the agency wants to gauge the potential of non-NASA stations to contribute to deep…
Sony said pre-orders for its Ghost of Yotei Limited Edition PlayStation 5 bundles and accessories will begin on Sept. 4, ahead of their worldwide launch on Oct. 2, the same day the game is released. Both Gold and Black bundles will be priced at $599.99 in the United States. The Gold versions will be sold globally through PlayStation Direct and select retailers, while the Black editions will be available only through PlayStation Direct, with the exception of Japan where the Black DualSense controller will also be sold in stores. Accessories include Ghost of Yotei-themed DualSense controllers priced at $84.99 and…