When the official Steam Machines became unavailable, TechteamGB decided to build a custom alternative using Steam OS as the foundation. The build features an AMD Ryzen 7600X processor and an AMD RX 6600 XT GPU, all housed in the compact Fractal Terra mini-ITX case. This combination delivers 4K gaming capabilities while doubling as a Home […]
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Lamp switches don’t get much design attention. They’re usually a small toggle on the cord, a push button under the shade, or a touch-sensitive strip on the base that’s easy to miss in the dark. They get the job done, but they’re rarely treated as a meaningful part of the object. It’s one of those details that most lamp designers seem perfectly happy to leave to the supplier catalog.
The Strata lamp takes a different position on both counts. It’s a handmade steel table lamp that earns its name from geological rock formations, those compressed, layered bands of sedimentary stone that build up over time into something structurally dense and visually striking. The lamp translates that geological idea directly into stacked steel panels, and pairs it with a switching mechanism that makes turning a lamp on feel unexpectedly deliberate.
Designer: Aleksandr Misiukevich
The body is built from individual steel plates with rounded rectangular corners, held in parallel by cylindrical steel standoffs at each corner and center. When lit, warm amber light radiates from the gaps between every plate and from the open front edge, creating a layered glow that shifts from deep orange near the top of the lamp to a brighter, more diffused yellow further along each inner steel surface.
The switch is a magnetic reed switch, one of the simpler components you can put inside a lamp. A small cylindrical magnet, tethered to the body by a metal ring, acts as the key. Set it on the orange circle marked on the front panel, and the lamp turns on. Lift it away, and it turns off. The magnet parks on a small post when it’s not in use.
That interaction is a harder thing to design well than it sounds. Reed switches are decades-old technology, and the magnet-on, magnet-off logic is genuinely simple. But the way it’s set up here gives the action more weight than it would otherwise have. You’re not flipping a switch. You’re placing something intentionally, and removing it just as deliberately. It’s the kind of small habit that starts to feel like a routine.
The rest of the construction follows the same thinking. The steel plates, the standoff hardware, and the small feet that lift the base all stay visible rather than concealed, and an orange power cord exits from the bottom without apology. That cord color, matched to the activation circle on the panel, is the one deliberate accent in an otherwise entirely industrial material palette of matte gray and polished steel.
Strata was built by hand, and that’s evident in the quality of each component rather than any sense of roughness. The plates are cut cleanly, the standoffs are consistent, and the glow that fills the gaps between the sheets has a warmth that a simple LED strip wouldn’t normally produce on its own. The steel acts as both housing and reflector, which is about as economical as structural decisions get.
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Apple has officially confirmed that iOS 27 will be available for download on September 14th, following its established tradition of releasing major software updates shortly after unveiling new iPhone models. This update emphasizes performance improvements, battery efficiency, and subtle design refinements, offering a meaningful upgrade for both new and existing iOS users. The video below […]
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Anthropic’s recently launched Claude certification program offers a structured pathway for professionals to validate their expertise in AI across three distinct tracks: Associate, Developer and Architect. As highlighted by Goda Go, these certifications are designed to meet the needs of diverse roles, from non-technical users to seasoned solution architects. For instance, the Associate track focuses […]
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Deciding between the iPhone 17 Pro Max and the anticipated iPhone 18 Pro Max requires weighing the benefits of purchasing now against the potential advantages of waiting for the next iteration. The video below from Nick Ackerman explores the rumored features and upgrades of the iPhone 18 Pro Max, helping you make a well-informed decision […]
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The Hermes Agent has been updated to version 0.18, introducing advancements in AI-driven task automation. Zinho Automates highlights the addition of the mixture of agents framework, which allows multiple specialized AI models to collaborate on intricate workflows. For example, in financial data analysis, one model focuses on making sure numerical accuracy while another interprets broader […]
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Apple’s latest software update, iOS 27, has sparked widespread speculation about the potential arrival of the iPhone Ultra, a foldable device that could mark a significant evolution in Apple’s hardware lineup. With features designed to accommodate adaptable screens, iOS 27 appears to signal Apple’s readiness to enter the foldable device market. By focusing on flexible […]
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The smartphone camera arms race hasn’t let up. Most flagships are pushing harder on AI-assisted processing to compensate for the physical limits of small sensors, and the results are often technically impressive but not always true to what was in front of the lens. There’s a real difference between a photo that looks good and one that actually looks right, and that’s a harder problem to solve than adding megapixels.
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro and Pura 90s Pro Max are Huawei’s answer to both. Launched in Kuala Lumpur on July 14, 2026, the two phones arrive with a design philosophy called “Rhythm of Colour,” gradient colorways that flow across the chassis, and a camera system built around the idea that color accuracy matters just as much as how sharp the final image gets.
Designer: Huawei
Both models feature True-to-Colour Camera 2.0, a system designed to close the gap between what the sensor captures and what the eye actually sees. A sunset shouldn’t come back looking oversaturated, and skin tones shouldn’t shift cooler or warmer than reality. The RYYB sensor array across all cameras supports this by gathering more color information in low-light conditions than a conventional RGGB layout can.
The Pro Max’s standout addition is a 200MP telephoto camera built on a 1/1.28-inch ultra-large sensor with OIS and 4x optical zoom that also functions as a macro lens. That resolution allows for aggressive cropping while still retaining detail throughout the frame. The Pro takes a different route with a 50 MP telephoto covering 4x optical and up to 8x optical-quality zoom.
Both phones share a 50MP main camera with a physical aperture spanning 10 sizes from F1.4 to F4.0. It’s a genuine mechanical iris rather than a simulated depth-of-field effect, and that distinction matters when conditions change. Moving from a dim restaurant to a bright outdoor afternoon doesn’t mean switching modes; the aperture adjusts, the exposure holds, and the shot works.
An AI composition feature suggests framing adjustments while you’re still pointing the camera, and Kunlun Glass on the front panel is rated at 25 times the drop-resistance and 16 times the scratch-resistance of standard glass. The Pro Max also carries a 40 MP ultra-wide camera, stepping above the 12.5MP sensor on the Pro, and adds LOFIC technology to the main sensor for better dynamic range.
The “Rhythm of Colour” philosophy runs through every finish in the lineup, from the warm orange-to-gold Orange Ocean with its Dual-Tone Gradient Mid-Frame to a purple-to-peach option, deep matte black, and soft pearl white. The triangular camera module on both phones carries XMAGE branding and sits within a chassis that, despite the hardware inside, still manages to feel like a deliberate aesthetic choice.
A 5270mAh battery powers both phones, with 66W Huawei SuperCharge on the Pro and 100W on the Pro Max. Both run HarmonyOS 6.1 on the Kirin 9030S chip and carry IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. The Pro has a 6.6-inch OLED display, while the Pro Max steps up to a 6.9-inch LTPO OLED panel with an adaptive refresh rate from 1 to 120Hz.
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The growing competition in the budget AR glasses market has brought two standout contenders into focus: the XREAL Air 01 Plus and the RayNeo Air 4 Pro. As highlighted by Tech Court, these devices cater to distinct user preferences, with the XREAL emphasizing portability and brightness, while the RayNeo prioritizes refined visuals and audio quality. […]
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