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August 21, 2026

New Zinc-Iodine Battery Tech for Home Solar Storage

Researchers have developed a new zinc-iodine battery technology that could significantly improve home solar energy storage safety.

Mysterious New Amazon Portable 'Puck' Device Revealed in FCC Filing

A new FCC filing suggests Amazon is developing a portable, battery-powered device featuring a camera, GPS, and Wi-Fi. While details are scarce, the internal components suggest a new class of hardware that doesn't fit into existing Fire TV or Echo categories.

AMD Radeon RX 9050 4GB Specs Leaked

Evidence of a new entry-level Radeon RX 9050 GPU with only 4GB of VRAM has appeared in recent driver updates. This heavily trimmed-down budget card appears targeted at the extreme low-end of the market.

Nintendo Wipes Out 400+ Switch Emulator Repositories

In a massive single-day sweep on GitHub, Nintendo has successfully removed over 400 repositories related to Switch emulators.

The Widening Price Gap Between Enterprise SSDs and HDDs

Enterprise-grade SSDs now cost significantly more than traditional hard drives, with some 30TB units reaching prices over $22,000. Meanwhile, the supply of high-capacity hard drives is reportedly sold out through 2027.

GEEKOM Reveals $16,000 Quad-Mini PC AI Cluster

GEEKOM has showcased a massive AI cluster utilizing four mini PCs, boasting a total of 512GB of RAM. The setup is designed for localized AI workloads, successfully running DeepSeek V4 Flash at over 14 tokens per second.

New Android Malware Infecting Vehicles via Software Updates

Security researchers have identified a new strain of malware targeting Android-based in-car infotainment systems. The malware spreads via compromised software updates from a vendor in Hong Kong, highlighting risks in the connected car supply chain.

SanDisk Releases Xbox Series X|S Storage Expansion Cards

SanDisk has entered the Xbox expansion card market, providing a new alternative to Seagate and Western Digital.

Tap to Pay Is Finally Coming to Walmart and Sam’s Club

Walmart is finally going to allow tap to pay at its retail stores and Sam's Club locations. The company was stubbornly trying to force customers into its own QR-code payment system.

Scalper Bots Infiltrate DDR5 Memory Market

A new report indicates that automated bots now outnumber human shoppers 10 to 1 on certain retailer sites for DDR5 memory kits.

FCC Ban Halts Launch of HoverAir Versa Drone

Just days after its debut, the HoverAir Versa pocket drone has had its U.S. launch canceled due to new FCC regulations. This ban represents a significant hurdle for innovative consumer drone manufacturers looking to enter the American market.

Waymo Autonomous Vehicles Recording Neighborhoods While Parked

Waymo vehicles in Nashville have been observed recording their surroundings even when parked without passengers. This has sparked new privacy concerns regarding the constant data collection by autonomous vehicle sensors in residential areas.

FCC Chairman Wins Round 1 in Legal Dispute with Disney/ABC

A federal judge has sided with FCC Chairman Brendan Carr in an initial ruling regarding a dispute with Disney and ABC.

After becoming China’s answer to YouTube, BiliBili has its eyes on the rest of the world

Chinese video-sharing platform Bilibili is launching a global expansion to compete directly with YouTube and TikTok, relaunching its international service, dropping foreign sign-up restrictions, and hiring staff in major Western and global hubs.

Google TV is now showing ads for local plumbers on the home screen

Not just media: Google TV is now showing ads for local plumbers on the home screen