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Hydrogen power never found a home in your car, but it might finally have its moment inside a drone. Researchers in Norway have built a heavy-lift drone that runs on hydrogen, ditching batteries for a fuel cell to tackle the range problem that keeps most commercial drones grounded. The prototype from SINTEF, a Scandinavian research institute, targets jobs where battery-powered drones fall short. Think inspecting remote power lines after a storm or searching for missing hikers in bad weather. Senior research scientist Federico Zenith says the goal isn’t to replace your weekend flyer. It’s to handle missions today’s drones simply…

iPhones are always considered more secure than Android devices. Recently, NATO approved iPhones and iPads to handle classified information, which speaks volumes about the iPhone’s security.  However, as reported by Wired, researchers from Google, iVerify, and Lookout have uncovered a sophisticated iPhone hacking technique called DarkSword. It is as alarming as it sounds. The tool can silently hack any iPhone that visits an infected website, no downloads or suspicious links required. The worst part? Close to a quarter of iPhone users are still running iOS 18, the version DarkSword targets. That’s hundreds of millions of people who are one bad…

A new kind of battery that could charge almost instantly and even power devices remotely is no longer just a theory. According to reporting highlighted by The Guardian, Australian researchers have built what they describe as the world’s first working prototype of a quantum battery. It’s a device that can charge, store, and discharge energy using the principles of quantum mechanics. The breakthrough comes from a team led by scientists at CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, and marks the first time a quantum battery has completed a full charge–store–discharge cycle. How does a quantum battery actually work? Unlike traditional batteries…

As winter makes its exit and spring steps in, the sense of renewal immediately sets a newfound motivation in people. It’s either simplifying work habits, schedules or making small intentional improvements to daily life. While resets usually focus on wardrobes or homes, refreshing personal care also stands as a thoughtful upgrade. Technology is subtly reshaping everyday routines with advanced hairstyling as well as oral-care tools. It is definitely smarter, faster and also easy to use in a short amount of time with excellent outcomes. Laifen is one such personal care tech brand that has completely embraced the idea of seasonal…

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is pushing to release an “adult version” of ChatGPT, while Elon Musk has advocated allowing Grok to generate R-rated content. If you’re not already concerned that allowing AI to create adult content is a bad idea, perhaps this new survey will change your mind. More than half of American teenagers have used AI tools to generate nude images of themselves or others, according to a new study published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Chad Steel of George Mason University. The survey collected responses from 557 English-speaking US residents between the ages of 13 and…

ASUS has refreshed its ROG Strix gaming laptop lineup, launching updated versions of the Strix G16 and Strix G18 models powered by Intel’s latest Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor. The new machines were built for gamers and creators who need the best performance on offer. From competitive titles to demanding AAA games and content creation workloads, these laptops are designed to handle everything. What’s exciting about it? The real highlight is the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus at the heart of the new ROG Strix lineup. This is a high-end chip built to handle heavy multitasking, next-gen games,…

The best fitness apps combine structured training programs, advanced analytics, motivational tools, and community support into a single platform. Many of them now also integrate AI-powered features, wearable device compatibility, and personalized coaching systems to help users train smarter. Unlike many fitness apps that rely solely on generic workout videos, Fitness Online builds its training system around programs created by Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS) and diet plans developed by Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN). The platform supports a wide variety of goals, including muscle building, weight loss, strength training, CrossFit-style workouts, and specialized performance programs. One of the defining…

Meta’s recently acquired AI startup Manus has launched a desktop app for Mac and Windows. It brings an agentic tool called My Computer, where you can type what you want and have it carry out tasks across files, tools, and apps on your PC. Today, we’re taking Manus out of the cloud and putting it on your desktop.Introducing My Computer, the core feature of the new Manus Desktop app. It’s your AI agent, now on your local machine. pic.twitter.com/OaWU4imk3Q— Manus (@ManusAI) March 16, 2026 How Manus’s My Computer automates your everyday tasks When you open the app, it looks like…

BMW has officially unveiled the new i3 50 xDrive, marking the second model in its next-generation Neue Klasse electric lineup, and a major reset for the brand’s future. According to BMW’s official press release, the new i3 is no longer a compact hatchback like its predecessor. Instead, it’s a fully electric sedan positioned as the EV equivalent of the 3 Series, built from the ground up on BMW’s new Neue Klasse platform. The car follows the recently revealed iX3 and plays a key role in BMW’s plan to roll out a new generation of EVs with improved efficiency, range, and…

A McDonald’s in the Chinese megacity of Shanghai is testing humanoid robots in roles usually the preserve of human workers, with other types of robots also let loose inside the restaurant to greet and entertain diners. Truth be told, the robots don’t look particularly advanced, but a video (below) showing them in action does hint at a future where bipedal bots and other machines handle routine tasks at fast food restaurants, from welcoming customers and taking orders to delivering food and cleaning the floor. A McDonald’s in Shanghai has begun deploying humanoid robots (from KEENON Robotics) to serve customers.> These…