Elon Musk suggests integrating cellular base stations with Starlink dishes to create widespread, high-bandwidth femtocells, potentially outperforming traditional cellular providers.
Endeavor Optical Networks (EON), backed by $10.75M in seed funding, plans to launch a network of laser-equipped satellites to connect data centers globally, offering an alternative to undersea fiber cables with a goal of 2.4 terabits per second throughput.
Honor's Magic V6 foldable phone offers a slim design, powerful performance, and long battery life with a red suede-like back. Despite its high price (£1,500-£2,000), its MagicOS 10 software is unpolished and not a significant upgrade from its predecessor, making it less compelling than rivals.
A "Vovôteca", um espaço com livros e jogos adaptados, foi inaugurada na Vila São Vicente de Paulo para combater a solidão e estimular a memória e convivência de idosos da instituição e da comunidade, oferecendo oficinas gratuitas até março de 2027.
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) plans to construct a new medical building and its 10th college in Pak Shek Kok to enhance research capabilities. CUHK President Dennis Lo Yuk-ming stated the university will also provide more talent accommodation to counter high housing costs, aligning with government plans for improved transport connectivity in the area.
The Steelseries Arctis Nova Pro Omni gaming headset combines features from the Nova Pro and Elite, offering battery swapping and multisystem mixing for power users. It provides excellent audio quality, improved ANC, and a versatile microphone, making it a strong option for those needing multiple audio sources, though its value against the older Pro model depends on specific input needs.
Ozlo, founded by former Bose engineers, launches Sleepbuds 2, improving upon the original with 14-hour battery life, enhanced Bluetooth connectivity, and better sound quality, priced at $279.
Bhutan faces a significant youth exodus despite its Gross National Happiness philosophy. To counter this, the nation is developing Gelephu Mindfulness City, a high-tech urban experiment designed to integrate economic opportunity with cultural and environmental values, aiming to retain its young population.
Bhutan is developing Gelephu Mindfulness City, a high-tech urban project, to combat youth migration. The city aims to integrate economic opportunity with the nation's Gross National Happiness philosophy, offering modern aspirations while preserving cultural and environmental values, with significant strategic cooperation from India.
The iPhone 17e, starting at £599, offers a faster A19 chip, double storage, automatic portraits, and MagSafe, providing core Apple experience at a lower cost, despite an older design and single-camera limitation.
Government schools in India have significantly improved internet connectivity, rising from 46.2% in 2023-24 to 63.1% in 2025-26, narrowing the gap with private schools. Smart classroom adoption also increased, though still lags behind. Goa leads with full coverage, while West Bengal remains at the bottom.
New research indicates that learning a second language can significantly slow brain aging, potentially by up to 13 years. This cognitive benefit is attributed to enhanced brain connectivity and a slower decline with age, encouraging more people to embrace language acquisition.
Namo Bharat trains are revolutionizing urban mobility in Delhi-NCR, connecting cities within an hour at 160 kmph. This RRTS project aims to decongest Delhi, promote satellite city development, and boost regional economic growth by reducing travel times and encouraging a shift from private vehicles.
Dumb Co sells modified flip phones that sync with smartphones, allowing users to reduce screen time while still accessing essential apps like WhatsApp and Spotify. The company, founded by individuals dissatisfied with constant connectivity, aims to help users be more present.
Hong Kong authorities plan to have the delayed Pak Shek Kok station on the East Rail line open by 2033. The MTR Corporation will build the station, financed by developing private housing nearby. The station's location has been confirmed between Tai Po Market and University stations.
Apple has inked a multiyear, $30 billion+ deal with Broadcom for over 15 billion U.S.-made wireless chips. The agreement includes a $1.5 billion investment in Broadcom's Colorado facility and is part of Apple's pledge to invest $600 billion in the U.S. economy.
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.
Fi has released the Fi Ultra, a new dog tracker utilizing T-Mobile's T-Satellite and Starlink service for continuous tracking, even beyond cell tower reach. The device offers advanced features but has a shorter battery life compared to older models.
Russia is deploying new electronic warfare systems, like Volna-Kupol-Garant, to jam Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet in Ukraine. This aims to disrupt Ukrainian drone operations that rely on Starlink for communication and targeting behind Russian lines.
Mainland Chinese tech companies are increasingly using Hong Kong not just for capital markets but also for global connectivity to refine products, build international partnerships, and expand overseas. Yunji Technology, a service robot maker, sees Hong Kong as a key gateway for global markets and a testing ground for its products.
A nearly five-hour Telstra mobile outage disrupted train lines, traffic lights, and payments across Australia. Caused by time-keeping server synchronization issues, the root cause remains unknown. Experts suggest mandating multi-carrier routing for essential services and businesses to improve resilience.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched new train services and route extensions connecting Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. The new services aim to improve regional connectivity and fulfill long-standing public demands.
Sennheiser's new Momentum 5 Bluetooth headphones offer renowned sound quality, improved noise cancelling, and a user-replaceable battery, but their noise cancelling lags behind rivals like Sony and Bose. Priced at £330, they provide 57 hours of battery life and comfortable wear, though they don't fold for travel.
Air India has reduced fuel surcharges on long-haul routes to North America, UK, Europe, and Australia due to falling crude prices. Its low-cost arm, AI Express, also restored connectivity to all West Asia destinations, despite Air India's ongoing financial challenges.
