[ad_1] After years of hybrids, Karma is finally ready to make the leap to pure EVs. The automaker has unveiled an all-electric Revero GTE sedan that will represent the “high-range” of its lineup. Karma didn’t reveal the motors, but the machine will be built on the E-Flex platform and deliver 60MPH in under 3.9 seconds […]
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Riot responds to concerns about ‘Valorant’s’ new anti-cheat driver
[ad_1] Over the past few days, some Valorant players have raised concerns about the fact that the game’s anti-cheat driver (vgk.sys) runs as soon as you turn on your computer. Now, Riot Games, the new first-person shooter’s developer, has published a post explaining why its anti-cheat system works that way along with an assurance that […]
Microsoft unveiled Limited Edition | Engadget
[ad_1] CD Projekt Red’s next game isn’t due until September 17th — and multiplayer will arrive well after that — but Microsoft has revealed a Cyberpunk 2077 Xbox One X that will go on sale in June. It’s odd timing, with the Xbox Series X (and accompanying free upgrade for the game) also just around […]
Extra-light, flexible solar cell could keep your smartwatch powered
[ad_1] The trick was to develop “mechanically robust” light-absorbing materials that achieve some of the highest power conversion efficiency of any organic cell, at 13 percent. That’s lower than many conventional solar cells (over 20 percent), but should be enough for wristwear. They’re relatively easy to make thanks to continuous printing tech. Be sure to […]
Beats president Luke Wood is stepping down
[ad_1] Beats president Luke Wood is leaving the company at the end of this month, with Apple Music and international content vice president Oliver Schusser set to take over. Wood’s departure, which was first reported by CNET and confirmed to Engadget by Beats, means the trio that led the audio brand when Apple bought it […]
Chromebook Flip C436 review: ASUS missed the sweet spot
[ad_1] In use Every time I write about a convertible Chromebook, I have to preface things by saying that I find very little utility in flipping a relatively large and heavy device around into tablet mode, so how well that works has little bearing on my evaluation. That said, the Chromebook Flip C436 has a […]
Samsung’s latest smartwatch app reminds you to wash your hands
[ad_1] At this point, it’s safe to say most people know hand washing is one the most effective ways to stop the spread of the coronavirus, but in case you need a reminder, and you happen to own a Tizen wearable like the Galaxy Watch Active 2, Samsung’s latest app is here to help. The […]
‘Minecraft’ looks like a whole new game with NVIDIA’s RTX ray tracing
[ad_1] My big takeaway from the Minecraft RTX beta? Realistic lighting goes a long way. Everything feels more immersive when light comes from where it should, when shadows respond realistically, and reflections appear as you expect. It’s the difference between feeling like you’re playing a game, and feeling as if you’re entering an actual virtual […]
Google is reportedly working on a smart debit card
[ad_1] In a response to TechCrunch, a Google spokeperson didn’t directly acknowledge plans for the card and instead repeated the statement it issued on the banking leak in November, when it confirmed it was “exploring” partnerships for smart checking accounts in Google Pay. At the time, it mentioned that its “lead partners” were Citi and […]
Lime is buying Boosted’s assets and IP
[ad_1] Electric scooter company Lime is buying the designs, software, parts and test equipment of Boosted, according to The Verge. While neither Lime nor the electric skateboard company has made an announcement, some Reddit posts and patent files seemingly have confirmed the news. Additionally, two former Boosted employees have also told The Verge that Lime […]