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MonkeyCode Free Tier Offers 30 Million Daily Tokens for Independent Developers

MonkeyCode's free tier gives independent developers 30 million tokens per day, supports multiple Chinese AI models and full workflow development, aiming to cut coding costs to zero.

Research

New Study Finds Remote Workers Are Happier and More Productive

Survey of 7,700 employees finds remote workers happier and more likely to stay, backing flexible work.

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The Shards Episode 5 Release Date Confirmed for August 19 on Hulu and Disney+

Episode 5 of 'The Shards' arrives August 19 on Hulu and Disney+, with weekly releases through September 9, per TechRadar.

Research

Geologic Hydrogen: Study Shows Canadian Mine Seeps 140 Tonnes of Fuel per Year

A new study finds a Canadian mine releases about 140 metric tons of natural hydrogen annually, suggesting geologic hydrogen could be tapped as cleaner fuel, though commercial viability remains unproven.

Products & Applications

Seedance 2.5 Now Supports Native 1080P Video Generation, API Launched

Volcano Engine's Seedance 2.5 has officially added native 1080P video generation, with API access now open. The upgrade brings improved color depth, detail, and realistic visuals, alongside a limited-time discount.

Products & Applications · Companies

Xiaomi Launches Free Repair Services in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shanghai After Typhoon

Xiaomi announced free testing and repair services for typhoon-affected products in parts of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, marking its third major disaster-relief service initiative this year.

Robotics

RoboScience Launches Wheeled Humanoid Robot REX G1 for Real-World Production

RoboScience has unveiled its first wheeled humanoid robot, REX G1, with an embodied AI model for logistics, factories, retail and homes. It can navigate 0.75-meter aisles and handle full shelves.

Research

Study: Public in England and Wales wrongly think most killers are minority ethnic

A King's College London study finds people in England and Wales vastly overestimate the share of minority ethnic and foreign national offenders, with Reform voters furthest from reality.

Companies · Robotics

Nvidia executive to visit LG Electronics robotics hub on Tuesday

Nvidia senior director Madison Huang to visit LG robotics hub on Tuesday.

Companies · Policy & Regulation · Large Language Models

Anthropic's Claude Watermarking Draws Criticism and Subscription Cancellations

Anthropic's new watermarking of Claude-generated text, aimed at complying with the EU AI Act, has sparked criticism and subscriber cancellations, while Google now lets users remove watermarks from some AI content.

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Linux Kernel 7.2 Released With New Features and Expanded Hardware Support

Linux kernel 7.2 has been officially released, bringing cache-aware load balancing, HDMI 2.1 FRL support for AMDGPU, Rust support for S/390, and more.

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Why Retro Games Look Better on CRT TVs: The Tech Explained

According to Engadget, retro games look better on old CRT TVs because they were designed for that display technology, not just nostalgia. Key factors include motion clarity and resolution handling.

Products & Applications · Companies

Retro app revives close-friend photo sharing with weekly journal format

Engadget reports on Retro, a friends-only photo journal app co-founded by Instagram Stories creator, offering weekly sharing and a clean, ad-free design.

Products & Applications

Nintendo GameCube discs were small for a reason

According to Engadget, Nintendo's GameCube used proprietary miniDVDs to prevent piracy, cut costs, and speed up loading, but the decision likely hurt sales compared to rivals.

Products & Applications

How to Set Up iPhone Emergency Contacts and Medical ID

According to Engadget, iPhone users should configure Medical ID and emergency contacts now to help save lives in a crisis. The guide covers setup steps and Emergency SOS.

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Two minimal Android RSS readers replace Feedly for a decade-long user, says report

An Android Authority author who used Feedly for over ten years says he replaced it with two minimal RSS readers: Read You and FeedFlow.

Research

Academic conference to commemorate 1988 Seoul Olympics opens this week

KAHPERD to host international congress in Seoul this week commemorating the 1988 Olympics and exploring sport's social impact.

Products & Applications

Samsung Galaxy phones can create Settings shortcuts via Good Lock's RegiStar

According to Android Authority, Samsung Galaxy users can add home-screen shortcuts for any Settings page using the RegiStar Good Lock module, saving time in navigating the Settings app.

Products & Applications

Ukraine's BlueBird Tech introduces lightweight antenna for FPV drones

Ukraine's BlueBird Tech has unveiled a 25-gram antenna for FPV drones and other unmanned platforms, covering 4.9-6.1 GHz.

Autonomous Driving

Robotaxis Finally Arrive, but Only in Select Cities

Fully self-driving cars for hire have long been touted as the future. That future has now arrived, but only in some cities, according to NPR News.

Products & Applications

Matt Groening hints Simpsons: Hit & Run may be returning

At D23, Matt Groening hinted Simpsons: Hit & Run might be making a comeback, with a possible HD remaster or port.

Products & Applications

What Is a Bluetooth Codec and Which One Offers the Best Audio Quality?

Bluetooth codecs determine the quality of wireless audio. Engadget explains what they are, how they compare, and how to switch them on your device.

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TechRadar: Watch 'My Lady Jane' on Prime Video After Netflix's 'My Brilliant Career'

TechRadar recommends following Netflix's 'My Brilliant Career' with Prime Video's 'My Lady Jane' as a wild period-drama double bill.

Products & Applications · Companies

Why Battlefield 4 Remains the Series' Most Essential Entry, 1,500 Hours Later

A player with 1,500 hours across the Battlefield series argues that Battlefield 4 still stands as the most essential entry, citing its depth, content, and team-focused design over the newer Battlefield 6.