Blue Origin will soon launch the third flight of its New Glenn rocket, this time with a reused booster.
Mondo Robotics introduces Beni, a two-legged robot dog featuring a 4K camera, 18 mph speed, and 1.5-hour battery life, launching on Kickstarter for $600. The article highlights its impressive stability and durability despite some early tracking limitations.
MSI's Katana gaming laptop with a 1440p display, RTX 5060 GPU, and 16GB RAM is on sale for $1,133.67. Other deals include Ugreen's 10-port PoE switch for $37.97 and the 1990s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles trilogy in 4K Blu-ray for $39.09.
Venus Aerospace, founded in 2020, has secured $90 million in Series B funding to advance its Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine (RDRE) technology. Initially aimed at passenger travel, the company pivoted to defense and space missions after demonstrating a working RDRE, now focusing on hypersonic weapons and high-speed military vehicles.
WeWard, a rewards app for walking, introduces 'Walking Mode' allowing users to restrict chosen apps until a step goal is met. This feature aims to reduce screen time and promote physical activity, building on the app's existing rewards system.
The Fi Ultra is the first pet tracker to use Starlink for satellite connectivity, offering GPS tracking in cellular dead zones. While it provides peace of mind for adventurers, its two-day battery life and $199 price tag (plus $189 annual subscription) are significant drawbacks.
Despite a lukewarm review and high price, the author is drawn to Valve's Steam Machine for its silent operation, compact size, and seamless integration with their Steam library and controller, finding it superior to consoles and even the Steam Deck for TV gaming.
