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Rivian has begun Manufacturing Validation (MV) units of the R2 five-seater electric SUV. The production istaking place at the automaker’s plant in Normal, Illinois, which has been expanded (by another 1.1 million square feet) to accommodate the new assembly lines. This milestone follows the earlier Design Validation (DV) phase, completed in mid-2025. MV builds are used to test everything from the panel’s fit and finish and paint quality to the electrical systems (including the motors and battery pack) and the software that holds everything together in EVs. They’re near-final vehicles with production-ready specifications. R2 manufacturing validation builds are rolling off…

You can buy the nicest TV in the world and still end up disappointed if the audio is coming from tiny downward-firing speakers. Dialogue gets muffled, action scenes turn into a wall of noise, and you’re constantly riding the volume button. Sony’s BRAVIA Theater Bar 6 with a subwoofer is down to $499.99, saving you $200 off the $699.99 compared value. If you’ve been waiting for a sound upgrade that actually feels like a “before and after,” this is the kind of deal that makes it worth doing now instead of “someday.” What you’re getting This setup is a 3.1.2-channel…

Apple’s OLED MacBook Pro seems to be one step closer to hitting store shelves. According to a Korean blog post, production of OLED panels for the purported MacBook models has already begun, by none other than Samsung. What’s even more interesting is that the display manufacturing process is said to be running ahead of schedule (initially planned for the second quarter of this year). If that’s true, Apple has already finalized the display technology, size, and other specifications, right on time for the rumored 2026 launch. The manufacturing breakthrough behind Apple’s OLED Macs The blog post mentions that Samsung’s display…

If you often work with data that starts life as a text file or CSV, Microsoft Excel now has new built-in tools that simplify how that information gets pulled into a spreadsheet. The update introduces two new functions, IMPORTTEXT and IMPORTCSV, designed to bring external data directly into Excel cells using formulas. Instead of going through the traditional import wizard every time, users can now load files straight into a worksheet and keep that data connected to its source. How Excel’s new import functions work The IMPORTTEXT function allows users to import data from text-based files such as TXT, CSV,…

Apple has changed trade-in rates for older iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches. While this is the first revision in 2026, it is the third since the iPhone 17 broke cover in September 2025. Exchange values for most of the products have taken a hit, especially the newer ones, while older models appear to be aging much better. In September 2025, the company offered up to $700 for an iPhone 16 Pro Max, but the maximum trade-in value dropped to $670 in November. Now, exchanging the handset would get you up to $650 (down 7% in a little over four…

Sony has teased an upcoming audio launch with the promise of a “new form of listening,” and it is already sparking curiosity among fans who are trying to figure out what Sony has in store for them next week. The teaser comes from Sony’s official YouTube channel and points to an audio-focused announcement scheduled for January 21 at 4PM UTC (8AM PST). There are no product names or specs, except for a short message and a shadowy image that hints this is not a routine refresh. What Sony could be hinting at GSMArena reports that Sony is most likely preparing…

Most people don’t upgrade home security because they love shopping for cameras. They do it because they want fewer blind spots, clearer footage, and a setup that doesn’t become a weekly chore. This Arlo Ultra Outdoor Security Camera bundle gives you three wireless 4K HDR cameras plus a charging station, and it’s priced at $399.99, which is $100 off the compared value. If you’ve been piecing together older cams one at a time, a discounted 3-pack like this is often the simplest way to get consistent coverage around your home. What you’re getting You’re getting a 3-camera outdoor kit that’s…

ECB COO Subhan Ahmad (left), ECB Board Member Zayed Abbas, STARTRADER CEO Peter Karsten and UAE Men’s Captain Muhammad Waseem pose at the signing ceremony held in Dubai on Wednesday, 14 January Dubai, 15 January 2026: STARTRADER, a global broker, has announced a renewed partnership with the UAE Men’s National Cricket Team for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to begin on February 7, 2026 in India and Sri Lanka. As part of the agreement, STARTRADER’s branding will appear on the official team jerseys throughout the tournament. STARTRADER Chief Executive Officer Peter Karsten said on the occasion,…

Outdoor audio usually falls into two buckets: a little Bluetooth speaker that gets lost once people start talking, or a full setup that actually fills the space the way a living-room system does. This Sonance MAG6.1 landscape outdoor speaker system is for the second bucket, and it’s down to $1,799.00, saving you $1,000 off the $2,799.00 compared value. That’s a major discount on a category where prices don’t drop like this very often. What you’re getting This is a 6.1-channel landscape outdoor speaker system, designed to spread sound across a yard or patio instead of blasting from a single point.…

Mentra Live is pitching itself as a Ray-Ban Meta alternative that stays open. Instead of a locked feature set, it runs MentraOS, an open-source operating system with an SDK for third-party apps. Mentra says this is its first pair of smart glasses, built around apps from day one. It highlights an HD 12MP camera, stabilized livestreaming across major social platforms, AI integration, plus calls and music. The buying window is limited, with batch 1 capped at 1,000 units and priced at $299, and a February 15 shipping date listed. Mentra says Batch 2 ships later in Q1, with a limited…