Very-long baseline interferometry (VLBI) is a technique in radio astronomy whereby multiple radio telescopes cooperate to bundle their received data and in effect create a much larger singular radio telescope. For this to work it is however essential to have exact timing and other relevant information to accurately match the signals from each individual radio telescope. As VLBI is used for increasingly higher ranges and bandwidths this makes synchronizing the signals much harder, but an optical frequency comb technique may offer a solution here.
In the paper by [Minji Hyun] et al. it’s detailed how they built the system and used it with the Korean VLBI Network (VLB) Yonsei radio telescope in Seoul as a proof of concept. This still uses the same hydrogen maser atomic clock as timing source, but with the optical transmission of the pulses a higher accuracy can be achieved, limited only by the photodiode on the receiving end.
In the demonstration up to 50 GHz was possible, but commercial 100 GHz photodiodes are available. It’s also possible to send additional signals via the fiber on different wavelengths for further functionality, all with the ultimately goal of better timing and adjustment for e.g. atmospheric fluctuations that can affect radio observations.
Kash Patel, FBI Director, is not very good at his job. There are plenty of examples to demonstrate that notion, from him apparently completely misunderstanding the purpose and protections of the 2nd Amendment and Minnesota gun laws (whatever your thoughts on gun rights might generally be), to his gathering of barely trained castoffs to serve in the FBI, to the absolute wild waste of resources he spent last summer trying to root out independent thought within his agency. None of this is justice. None of it is good policing. All of it is the result of putting a podcast host shitposter in charge of America’s federal police force. Ol’ Crazy-Eyes just might not be the right person for the role.
And if you’re going to be the leader of a federal police force, one of the skills you probably want to have is the capability of shutting the fuck up. Kash can’t do this. Rather than simply not answering, it appears Patel may have lied to Congress about the Epstein files (remember those?). In the immediate aftermath of the Charlie Kirk assassination, Patel blabbed about suspects all over social media and elsewhere, leading to wasted time and attention on completely innocent parties.
And, now, in the wake of an operation by the FBI that would appear to violate Mexican law, Patel decided to gush about the whole thing on the internet. What other option did he have, I wonder?
Ryan Wedding is a former Olympian who, by all accounts, turned himself into a violent cocaine drug kingpin working with a Mexican cartel. He was charged in Canada in 2015 for cocaine trafficking and in America in 2025 for that and for murder. Recently, Wedding found himself in American custody to face those charges. How that happened wasn’t initially disclosed in coverage of the arrest. But then Kash Patel got out his phone and decided to gush about the whole thing on internet.
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On Friday, however, FBI Director Kash Patel announced the joint operation publicly on X. “Our FBI HRT teams executed with precision, discipline, and total professionalism alongside our Mexican partners to bring Ryan James Wedding back to face justice,” he wrote, sending shock waves through Mexico.
Except there’s a problem with that statement. A pretty big one, actually. Mexican law is very clear that foreign LEOs are not to operate on Mexican soil. That would make the FBI’s participation as outlined by Patel illegal. And that might create problems for his eventual prosecution and a really big headache for the Mexican government.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum scrambled to perform damage control, as foreign intervention in Mexico is politically toxic. She said that there was no U.S. involvement in the operation and that U.S. agents in Mexico are limited by law.
“I’m not going to get into a debate with the FBI director, nor do I want there to be a conflict,” Sheinbaum said at a press conference Tuesday. “What they, the U.S. authorities, told the Mexican authorities is that it was a voluntary surrender.” She pointed to a picture Wedding posted to his Instagram account at the U.S. Embassy in Mexico announcing that he was turning himself in.
Wedding’s lawyer disputes that account, because of course he did. Whether Wedding actually surrendered or not is unknown to me, of course, but I’ve been well-trained the past 13 months not to believe a single thing my government says, so who the fuck knows. Wedding’s lawyer claims he was handcuffed and transported to California and that this runs contrary to any claim any of this was voluntary. And because of all of this, the Mexican government now has both an internal problem and has to deal with an unreliable shitposting partner in the American government.
Patel’s rash decision to post about Wedding’s arrest online doesn’t help the situation right now. It opens Sheinbaum up to political attacks in Mexico and makes the U.S.-Mexico relationship even shakier. Under Trump, though, American law enforcement is playing fast and loose with not just the law but diplomatic relations.
I’m not exactly advocating that the American government carryout these illegal extraditions violating our allies’ own laws and then hiding it through silence. That would be crazy.
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Instead, the point is that this administration’s goons, such as Kash Patel, are so shitty that they can’t even carry out such nefarious actions in silence because they can’t shut the fuck up about them.
NASA’s first crewed lunar mission in more than 50 years won’t be getting underway this month after all.
It had been targeting February 6 for the launch of the much-anticipated Artemis II mission that will take four astronauts on a flight around the moon, but after issues surfaced during a critical preflight test on Tuesday, NASA decided that it won’t launch the SLS rocket until March at the earliest.
During the so-called “wet dress rehearsal” in which engineers fuel the rocket and go through the entire launch procedure without actually igniting the engines, a hydrogen leak was detected at the base of the SLS rocket.
The upcoming launch window runs from February 6 through 11, but NASA has decided it needs more time to review the situation, with a second rehearsal also likely. That’s meant pushing the launch date to March 6 at the earliest.
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“With more than three years between SLS launches, we fully anticipated encountering challenges,” NASA chief Jared Isaacman wrote in a post on X on Tuesday. “That is precisely why we conduct a wet dress rehearsal. These tests are designed to surface issues before flight and set up launch day with the highest probability of success.”
The schedule update means that the Artemis II astronauts — NASA’s Victor Glover, Reid Wiseman, and Christina Koch, together with the Canadian Space Agency’s Jeremy Hansen — will have a bit of extra time on terra firma before they blast to space.
It also means that another set of astronauts should be heading to orbit ahead of their lunar-bound colleagues. SpaceX’s Crew-12 — comprising NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Jack Hathaway, along with the European Space Agency’s Sophie Adenot and Roscosmos cosmonaut Andrey Fedyaev — could be heading to the International Space Station as early as February 11.
At least, that had been the plan until Monday, when SpaceX said it was grounding its workhorse Falcon 9 rocket — the same vehicle type that will be carrying Crew-12 to orbit — after an issue occurred during a launch earlier that day when its upper stage failed to perform a deorbit burn as expected.
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“Teams are reviewing data to determine root cause and corrective actions before returning to flight,” the company said in a post on X.
It’s unusual for the Falcon 9 to experience anomalies these days, so hopefully SpaceX can sort it out soon, paving the way for Crew-12’s ride to orbit next week as originally planned.
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Tesla has officially released a fresh new All-Wheel Drive version of the Model Y, with prices starting at $41,990 in the US. This new variant adds not just dual-motor traction, but also a significant boost in acceleration to the more affordable end of the lineup, without breaking the bank.
Buyers in the United States now have five Model Y options to choose from, beginning with the Rear-Wheel Drive version for $39,990, followed by this shiny new All-Wheel Drive model for $41,990, the Premium Rear-Wheel Drive model for $44,990, the Premium All-Wheel Drive model for $48,990, and finally the Performance trim for $57,490.
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The new Standard All-Wheel Drive model follows the more stripped-down approach of the base Rear-Wheel Drive model. Inside, you’ll find black fabric seats with few outside color possibilities. The higher-end Premium trims include features such as a panoramic glass roof, greater premium audio, and ambient lighting. The standard issue is a set of 18-inch wheels, which are factory installed.
Performance-wise, the inclusion of a second motor up front makes a noticeable difference; 0 to 60 mph takes 4.6 seconds, which is significantly faster than the 6.8 seconds of the Rear-Wheel Drive. The top speed is a decent 125 mph. Let’s not forget about when all-wheel drive’s extra traction comes in handy: in the rain, snow, or on uneven surfaces, where rear-wheel drive alone can struggle to get a strong grip.
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Range remains a big factor, and as expected, it settles at an EPA-estimated 294 miles per full charge. This is down from the Rear-Wheel Drive’s mileage of 321 miles, owing to the increased weight and power drain from the dual motors. Supercharger sessions still provide a nice boost, roughly 152 miles in 15 minutes, compared to the single-motor vehicle, which manages a little higher 160 miles.
Tesla knew precisely what they were doing when they introduced this new trim. Previously, if you wanted all-wheel drive, you had to upgrade to a far more expensive choice. So, for $2,000 more than the base model, you get a slew of significant improvements in terms of launch sensation and grip, as well as a minor drop in range that won’t affect most people’s daily trips.
The Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 headphones offer a stylish, compact design, superb battery life and all the features you’re likely to want. Unfortunately, I just found them quite uncomfortable to wear, and the default tuning required some EQ to sound its best. They’re a decent set of headphones, but they’re not my favourite
Stylish design
Compact and lightweight
aptX Lossless support
Excellent battery life
Uncomfortable (for me)
Narrow sound stage
Wind noise with ANC/Transparency mode
Key Features
Premium retro styling
The Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 headphones feel as good as they look, with cool metallic accents and plush leatherette trimmings
Compact folding design
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The small earcups, folding hinges and lightweight build of the Aventho 100 make them excellent for travel; you’ll barely notice them in your bag
Amazing battery life
With up to 60 hours of battery life per charge (40 hours with ANC active), the Aventho 100 will last you all week long – and they charge very quickly, too
Introduction
Beyerdynamic’s latest headphones look like they’ve time-travelled straight from the 1970s, but there’s a twist. The Aventho 100 headphones come with all the modern conveniences that you’d expect from a set of commuter cans, like high-quality wireless audio and active noise cancellation.
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They’re compact and foldable, perfect for tossing in your bag, and considering Beyerdynamic’s heritage, they should sound fantastic, too.
These headphones come in at £169, straddling the line between affordable and premium. I wanted to find out what they’re like to live with, and after about a week of listening, here’s what I think.
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Design
Retro 70’s-style design
Foldable and lightweight
Up to 60 hours of battery life
The Aventho 100 headphones make an immediate positive impression with their 70s-style retro looks, and I think that’s especially true for the Brown version that I have for testing.
This version features contrasting black earcups, with grey aluminium banding, and chocolate-brown leatherette padding throughout. There’s something a little aeronautical about the aesthetics, and I’m very fond of them.
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The headphones are also available in a lighter Cream option or a more subtle Black variant, but all feature the same contrasting aluminium hinges. They all look fetching in their own right. I especially like the Cream version, but I think the Brown model is most likely to turn heads.
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The Aventho 100 is an on-ear design, rather than over-ear, which makes the overall package more compact. The earcups can also fold inwards so they take up less space in your bag, and you get a basic drawstring cloth bag in the box to keep them scratch-free.
I found them very easy to travel with. They’re both lightweight and compact, the polar opposite of over-ear headphones like the AirPods Max.
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This on-ear design is also, for me at least, one of the biggest downsides. I’ve never been a huge fan of on-ear headphones; they tend to be either uncomfortable to wear for long periods or so loose that they might fall off. These headphones, unfortunately, fall into the former category.
I’ve tried adjusting them in all kinds of ways, and they just create so much pressure on my ears that they feel sore after a couple of hours. Of course, everyone’s ears are different, and you may find them comfortable, but my head just isn’t very compatible. My only hope is that they loosen up over time (and not too much).
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There’s also a 3.5mm socket, so you can listen to wired sources, and you get both a USB-A to USB-C cable and a 3.5mm aux cable included in the box.
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In terms of physical controls, there’s a power button, volume up and down, and a multi-purpose button that can be configured using the Beyerdynamic app. By default, it’ll play/pause your music, and a double press will skip to the next track.
I’m a fan of physical buttons over touch controls, as I feel they’re much more reliable. These buttons have a decent click to them, but they’re made of plastic and aren’t going to impress with their tactility. It’s the surrounding material that made a bigger impression. The bare aluminium frame surrounding each earcup is cold to the touch and feels unmistakably premium, with a grippy, grooved texture the whole way round.
The headphones are IP53 rated, which means they’ll handle a touch of dust and some light sprays of water, but you’ll still need to remain somewhat careful if the weather gets too wild.
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Features
Beyerdynamic companion app
Bluetooth Multipoint
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To get the most from these headphones, you’ll want to pair them up with the Beyerdynamic app, which is available for both Android and iOS. This allows you to update the firmware, customise what the buttons do, access EQ settings and even disable the Bluetooth LED, if you want.
It’s a fairly simple app, but it does what it needs to, and setup is a breeze. These headphones benefit from Google Fast Pair, so they’ll pop up automatically on most Android devices, and you can simply tap “Pair” or bind them to your Google account for easy pairing with your other devices. As someone who reviews phones, I find that incredibly handy.
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I also love that these headphones support Bluetooth Multipoint, which means I can keep them connected to both my phone and my MacBook, and seamlessly switch between the two without needing to unpair and reconnect.
The headphones charge up via USB-C, and it only takes an hour and a half to go from fully drained to fully charged. Beyerdynamic reckons just 15 minutes on the charger is good enough for 15 hours of music playback, impressive stuff.
The brand claims the Aventho 100 can last up to 60 hours on a charge, or up to 40 hours with ANC turned on. I’ve been listening to them at every opportunity for the past week, and I still have around 40% battery left, so these claims seem pretty accurate to me. If you take them with you on a week-long trip, it’s very unlikely that you’ll need to charge them.
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Noise Cancellation
Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode
The Aventho 100 have a great passive seal, so even without ANC turned on, you can block out most of your surroundings. Thankfully, there’s also a transparency mode available, which I find essential in the office.
The transparency mode is decent indoors, but I noticed a lot of wind sounds when I enabled it outdoors. Sadly, wind noise is also audible when ANC is active. Of course, indoors, this is no issue, and I usually only activate ANC on aeroplanes, trains and the like – but it’s worth noting.
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As for the noise cancellation, it’s quite good. It’s especially adept at removing consistent background sounds like the hum of an engine or the whirring of PC fans, but it dulls sudden noises well, too. It’s just a shame that wind noise is so prevalent.
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I was concerned that this would translate to poor call quality outdoors, but it turns out that’s not the case. I called my girlfriend from outside while it was particularly gusty, and while I could hear the wind interference, she said I sounded crystal clear.
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Sound Quality
45mm dynamic drivers
AAC, SBC, aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive support
Wired and wireless connectivity
When I first listened to the Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 headphones, I must admit, I was a little disappointed. With Beyerdynamic’s pedigree in the high-end audio space, I was expecting something quite neutral and detailed, but that’s not what these cans deliver.
The default sound is quite bass-heavy, and the treble is a little dull. It’s not unpleasant, but I was craving more detail. I played with the preset EQ options in the app, and none quite hit the spot. Thankfully, there’s a custom 5-band EQ, and I found that a fairly significant boost to the upper frequencies brought these headphones to life.
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Of course, everyone has different preferences and hearing capabilities, so your mileage may vary. What’s important is that you can dramatically change the way these headphones sound by playing with the custom EQ, and with enough tinkering, you can probably get the sound you desire.
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I was very impressed with the sub-bass extension; the Aventho 100 can really capture that low-end rumble. Vocals are well presented, too, and (once I had played with the EQ) I was pleasantly surprised by the sound quality across all genres.
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What’s less impressive is the soundstage. These headphones have a very closed and narrow staging, and as someone who tends to prefer using open-back headphones at home, this was quite jarring.
They support aptX Lossless playback, and they sounded superb paired with Spotify’s new lossless capabilities. I also tried them plugged in with the included 3.5mm cable, and while there was an audible improvement, it’s not as big a gap as you might expect.
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Should you buy it?
You want a stylish pair of on-ear headphones with great battery life
These headphones look gorgeous, and the battery lasts for ages. There are plenty of over-ear styles out there, but compact premium on-ears are somewhat of a rarity
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You like a wide soundstage
There’s no way around it, the Aventho 100 just has a pretty narrow staging. If you’re looking for spacious sound, you should look elsewhere
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Final Thoughts
I love the styling of the Aventho 100, and that made me want to love the headphones, too. Unfortunately, they just don’t fit my head well, and they’re too uncomfortable for me to wear for long periods.
However, that might just be a me problem. I have never got on well with on-ear styles, usually preferring over-ear equivalents, and that hasn’t changed with this model. If you already know that you like on-ear headphones, then you might have a much better time.
As for the features and the build quality, I have no major complaints. These headphones feel very premium, and they do everything you’d ever need them to. The sound quality is very good, too, once you have the EQ dialled in.
At a price of £169, there’s no shortage of competing options, but with great battery life, unique, compact styling and a fairly robust feature set, the Aventho 100 might be perfect for you. Unfortunately, they’re not the ones for me.
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FAQs
Do the Aventho 100 support multipoint connection?
Yes, you can pair the Aventho 100 to two sources at once and seamlessly switch between them.
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Are the Aventho 100 waterproof?
The Aventho 100 are IP53 rated. So, while they’re not fully waterproof, a few splashes will do not harm.
It seems like just yesterday that I was shopping for Christmas gifts and now I’m scrambling to find the perfect Valentine’s Day present for a special someone. How time flies – so get a wriggle on, folks, as February 14 is just days away! If you’re still scratching your head as to what to get your other (better?) half or anyone you want to treat this February (even yourself), I’ve got a few Valentine’s Day gift ideas to share with you.
Personally, I love the Philips Hue Iris 2.0 smart lamp, particularly the Copper variant, as it looks gorgeous and supports both white and coloured light, while the Breville InFizz Fusion makes excellent carbonated beverages – I should know, I have one at home and make cocktails. Does your loved one prefer coffee over cocktails? The Wacaco Nanopresso is the perfect portable espresso maker – and you can get it in red to keep with the Valentine’s Day theme!
Are they an avid reader? An ereader like the Kindle Paperwhite (2024) is a great option, and throw in some additional love by bundling it with a case. A Bluetooth tracker might scream ‘stalker’ rather than ‘love you’, but if your boo keeps misplacing things, it will actually say the latter. And the recently released 2nd-generation Apple AirTags are fantastic… as long as you’re buying for an iPhone user. There are lots of other options too, including the viral Kodak Charmera keychain camera.
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And guess what? All my picks are relatively affordable – many of them are under AU$100 – with the most expensive option below being a smartwatch. But it’s a smartwatch that looks like an analogue wristwatch. So scroll down and take a look – I’d be delighted to be gifted any of them myself this Valentine’s Day (if I didn’t already own some).
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I’ve been reviewing tech for nearly a decade and I’m a firm believer in gifting items that are actually useful. I also think you don’t have to spend hundreds on a meaningful gift, but I’ll be the first to acknowledge some expensive tech is well worth the splurge. So allow me to help you find a fantastic Valentine’s Day gift this year.
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In contemporary kitchens, where style meets functionality and smart technology reigns supreme, Siemens appliances stand out as essential companions. Drawing from the latest lines available on Kitchen Brand Store and Siemens’ home branding, here are five must-have Siemens essentials that elevate any modern cooking space.
1. StudioLine blackSteel Oven (iQ700 Series)
The StudioLine blackSteel design delivers an elegant, minimalist look—its glass handle blends seamlessly into the door, creating a sleek visual statement. More than just appearance, the iQ700 range from Siemens packs advanced culinary features. With coolStart to eliminate pre-heating, ActiveClean pyrolytic cleaning, and even steam injection for perfectly moist baking, this oven simplifies cooking while saving time. Its intuitive smart programming and premium design make it an indispensable piece for modern kitchens.
2. Built-in Refrigerator with hyperFresh & LED lighting
Siemens refrigeration offers sublime interior visibility thanks to energy-efficient LEDs and thoughtful lighting design—including spotlighting hyperFresh drawers for produce storage. Their modularFit built-in models integrate seamlessly into cabinetry, supporting flexible layouts and clean lines. Freshness, style, and integration: a trifecta every modern kitchen demands.
3. iQDrive Dishwasher with VarioSpeed & AquaStop
A modern kitchen isn’t complete without smart, quiet dishwashing. The Siemens iQDrive motor offers powerful yet whisper-quiet operation, while AquaStop delivers flood protection around the clock. With VarioSpeed Plus, you can cut cleaning time by up to 66% when you’re short on time. Flexible loading via varioFlex Pro baskets and varioDrawer Pro ensures even large utensils fit comfortably.
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4. InductionAir Plus Hob + Integrated Extraction
Siemens’ inductionAir Plus cleverly integrates hob and extractor into one sleek module, blending into your countertop for a minimalist, uncluttered look. This all-in-one solution delivers power and ventilation in a compact package—ideal for those who favor clean surfaces and maximum efficiency without compromising performance or design.
5. EQ Series Fully-Automatic Coffee Machine (e.g., iQ700 Coffee Center)
For coffee lovers, the Siemens built-in EQ series brings café-quality beverages to your home at the touch of a button. The iQ700 Coffee Center offers a full range of drink options—espresso, cappuccino, latte—all from one intuitive interface. Convenient, stylish, and high-performing, it’s the perfect finish to a modern kitchen setup.
Why These Five?
Synergy of style and performance: Each of these models combines refined aesthetics with cutting-edge innovation—from blackSteel finishes to integrated appliances.
Smart convenience and energy savings: Whether it’s oven steam functionality, water-saving dishwash cycles, or well-lit refrigeration, these appliances are designed for efficiency and ease.
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Seamless integration: Built-in refrigerators, induction hobs, and ovens with minimal protrusion reinforce a clean, contemporary layout.
Culinary versatility and lifestyle appeal: From gourmet cooking within the blackSteel oven to designer integrated ventilation, these select devices cater to both daily practicality and elevated living.
If you’re designing or upgrading a modern kitchen, these five Siemens appliances—blackSteel oven (iQ700), built-in refrigerator, smart dishwasher (iQDrive), inductionAir Plus hob-extractor, and EQ coffee machine—are top-tier choices. Together, they offer the perfect blend of sleek design, smart technology, and luxurious convenience that today’s modern households crave.
Most smartphones are preoccupied with being as slim and shiny as possible, but the 8849 TANK X doesn’t care. At 1.26 inches thick and 750 grams, it’s a hefty, heavy beast designed for places where your precious little smartphone would sugarcoat and die: dust storms, getting rained on, being dropped from chest level, -28°C or 56°C heat, you name it. It has IP68 and IP69K classifications, as well as military-grade ruggedness that would make even the most ardent outdoor enthusiast happy.
One of the Tank X’s most notable features is its built-in DLP projector, which will either convert you to the Church of Portable Movie Nights or make you laugh at the expense of some unfortunate soul who thought it sounded like a half-baked idea. The resolution is full 1080p (up to 1920×1080), and the brightness is 220 lumens. Plus, with laser focusing, you can expect razor-sharp shots from about half a meter to 3-4 meters away, and keystone correction ensures that the image remains level even if the phone is held at an angle. The projection area is around 10 feet square, making it ideal for movie evenings under the stars or displaying a map on a wall to confuse all of your lost buddies. You can get 5 hours of use out of it at maximum brightness in high mode or 6 in night mode. The previous Tank models were stuck to 720p, so this is a significant advance.
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The battery capacity is a whopping 17,600mAh, split between two cells to keep it going for ages, and by “ages,” I mean several days of average use or 25 hours of movie playback. Or, if you’re having a lengthy phone session, you could easily talk for dozens, if not hundreds, of hours. Now, I get what you’re thinking: “But what about when the projector turns on?” Well, the power management is fairly conscientious, so it does not drain the battery.
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So, what makes this thing tick? It’s powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8200, a very strong 4nm octa-core processor paired with 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM (expandable by another 16GB, since who doesn’t like that?) and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It’s all powered by Android 15, which, even on a beast like this, manages to keep things running smoothly whether you’re running multiple apps, playing a few games, or simply goofing around.
Connectivity is excellent, including 5G bands, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and GPS accuracy to within a few feet. There’s also a 3.5mm jack, an IR blaster for controlling your fancy TVs and appliances, and an FM radio for when you’re out of the loop.
Cameras are more than just good for taking casual images, beginning with the 50MP primary sensor, which employs Sony’s IMX766 to capture solid daylight shots with full-pixel focusing. Then there’s the 8MP telephoto, which can zoom in three times and should come in handy, but the true star of the show is the 64MP night vision camera, which is equipped with four infrared LEDs and autofocus, allowing you to see as clearly as day in almost complete darkness. A 50MP front camera for selfies and video calls completes the self-portrait package. With a dual-tone flash and a pair of extra IR lights to help you in low-light settings, you should look sharp.
On the back, there’s a 1,200-lumen RGB camping light that functions as a little spotlight; you can vary between modes such as white light, some great color options, SOS patterns, or even just a strobe or sound alert. It’s useful for emergencies or simply navigating a trail in the dark.
The 6.78-inch LCD display has 2460×1080 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, with a maximum brightness of 750 nits. It’s nice to see they eliminated the PWM flicker that causes eye strain after long viewing periods. Furthermore, with this display, outside visibility is acceptable, and the panel works well with the projector.
The Tank X was priced at $1,049.99 (ugh), but an early bird pricing of $549.99 made it slightly more affordable. You can also place a pre-order beginning February 1, 2026, and they will ship from warehouses in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and other locations beginning March 1. [Source]
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Former Tableau CEO Ryan Aytay, pictured during a visit to Seattle in 2024. (GeekWire File Photo / Todd Bishop)
Ryan Aytay, a longtime Salesforce exec who has led Tableau as CEO since 2023, is departing.
Aytay revealed the news on LinkedIn on Tuesday. He called his 19-year tenure “a front-row seat to innovation, a masterclass in leadership, and a community that has shaped who I am professionally and personally.” Aytay said he’ll share more about a “new challenge” later.
Aytay joined Salesforce in 2007 and became chief business officer in 2020 before taking the president role at Tableau in February 2022. A year later he replaced Mark Nelson as CEO.
The appointment came four years after Salesforce paid $15.7 billion to acquire Seattle-based Tableau, a leader in the data visualization sector.
Tableau reported 4% revenue growth in Salesforce’s most recent quarter — down from 15% growth in the previous quarter.
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In his post, Aytay praised Tableau’s “DataFam” community and said “the future of Tableau and Salesforce is incredibly bright.”
His departure follows the recent exit of Denise Dresser, who led Slack, another Salesforce division. Dresser is now chief revenue officer at OpenAI. Salesforce’s cybersecurity leader announced Monday that he left the company last week.
Salesforce stock is down more than 14% over the past week amid investor fears over AI disrupting traditional software providers. The company maintains an office in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood and another in Bellevue.
— Microsoft is naming four new executive vice presidents, according to a memo viewed by CNBC.
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Deb Cupp,Nick Parker, Ralph Haupter, and Mala Anandwill get the new titles. They will continue reporting to Judson Althoff, who took on the newly created position of CEO of Microsoft’s commercial business in October. Althoff is overseeing a reformulated commercial team that includes engineering, sales, marketing, operations, and finance leaders representing more than 75% of Microsoft’s revenue.
Microsoft reported better-than-expected earnings last week but its shares fell as much as 12% in trading the day after the earnings report — erasing $357 billion from its market value. Several factors may be contributing to market skepticism, including the company’s massive AI spending bets and concern about dependence on OpenAI.
— Avanade named Chris Howarth as its new CEO. Howarth previously spent nearly three decades at Accenture, where he was a senior managing director leading the firm’s Accenture Business Group that focuses on Microsoft, Accenture, and Avanade.
Howarth replaces Rodrigo Caserta, who is joining Microsoft as a corporate vice president. He spent more than a decade at Avanade, and was named CEO in 2024.
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“Rodrigo’s leadership has positioned Avanade for sustained momentum, and his move to Microsoft further strengthens our partnership,” Howarth said in a statement. “I’m excited to work with our people, clients, and partners at this pivotal moment, delivering on the huge potential of AI to drive transformation and accelerate value.”
Avanade formed in 2000 by Accenture and Microsoft and provides various digital, cloud, and AI-related services across the Microsoft ecosystem.
— Kelsey Peterson, a former vice president at Weber Shandwick and senior director at Rubrik, joined Microsoft as a senior communications manager for the company’s security business.
Read about other Tech Moves from earlier today here.
