The Diamond Driver and Hex Pen represent advancements in screwdriver technology and design, reflecting a historical shift from basic tools to more sophisticated, precision-based equipment. The Diamond Driver by Phil & Robbie features a unique chuck system and a magnetic magazine for bit storage, while also including a Hex Pen for marking or note-taking. The […]
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Lenovo has introduced its latest ThinkPad L series and ThinkPad X13 series business AI laptops, emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and diverse customer support. These new business laptops are designed to enhance productivity and streamline professional tasks, with availability starting in March and April 2024 and expected starting prices ranging from $999 to $1399. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 […]
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If you are always on the lookout for new AI tools that can help you improve your productivity, workflows and more. You might be interested in a quick guide on more unusual artificial intelligence (AI) tools, not the usual giants you hear about, but hidden gems that could be the lifeline you need to sail […]
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If you’re in the market for a new handheld gaming device, you might be weighing your options between the MSI CLAW vs Steam Deck OLED. Both devices are designed to provide an engaging gaming experience on the go, but they have different strengths that could sway your decision. Let’s dive into what sets these two […]
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Wireless charging is finally becoming more common but despite the freedom from tangling cables that the technology offers, wireless chargers still have a few inconveniences, especially when it comes to aesthetics. Only a few of these products can be considered pleasing to look at, especially when mixed with the rest of your room decor. And they still have at least one cable snaking out of their bodies, which might be difficult to hide depending on where you place the chargers. In an ideal future, almost any flat surface can become a wireless charger, immediately juicing up your phone or device the moment you put it down, anywhere you put it down. Part of that future seems to already be here, with a creative wireless technology that can hide that wireless charging space inside stone countertops, seamlessly blending with your choice of interior design.
Designer: FreePower
Wireless chargers remove the messy cables from the charging equation, but the current state of technology requires you to still make physical contact between the device and the surface of the charger. Add to that the hard requirements on materials for the surfaces of wireless chargers and you will find yourself with a few of these products scattered around your house, often sticking out like a sore thumb. Some designs are admittedly more elegant and stylish, but they still add to the visual baggage on what would be an otherwise pristine table or countertop.
FreePower is a technology that tries to offer the best of both worlds, combining the liberating convenience of wireless charging with a clean and unblemished tabletop surface. In a nutshell, it embeds the wireless charger inside the countertop, and not just any countertop, mind you. It is compatible with different stone materials, including quartz, granite, or even marble, materials you’d never think could be used for wireless chargers. Thanks to this innovative design, you don’t need to actually put a charging mat or stand on your kitchen countertop, side table, or bedside table, because the countertop itself is the wireless charger.
Of course, only a portion of the countertop actually functions as the wireless charging zone, but you don’t have to worry about ugly and conspicuous markings that ruin the aesthetic of your beautiful stone top. A customizable LED halo glows around the area where you can place your devices, and you can even turn this light off when it’s not in use. FreePower does even better than most wireless chargers because you can place your phone or earbuds anywhere within that zone, no need to perfectly align with markers.
FreePower is the latest in a growing number of designs that aim to integrate wireless charging technology into every surface inside your home, completely freeing you from unsightly cables. Of course, such a design is also less flexible in that you have very little choice when you want to change furniture or designs. You’ll have to hope there’s also an invisible wireless charger version available for that or else you’ll have to go back to old-school wireless charging mats.
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In the data-saturated world we live in, the skill to distill valuable insights from a vast sea of raw information has never been more crucial. Amidst this backdrop, Google Gemini emerges as a formidable ally. It is not merely a tool; it is a beacon of innovation designed to streamline and elevate the intricacies of […]
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Logitech has this week launched the Mevo Core, a new 4K camera designed for live streaming and content creation whenever you may be. The camera is controllable via smartphone or tablet and features a compact design with versatile mounting options, and is equipped with an interchangeable lens system for high-quality video results. The Mevo Core […]
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Noctua has expanded its chromax.black series with the NH-D12L chromax.black, an all-black variant of its low-profile 120 mm CPU cooler. This model maintains the acclaimed quiet cooling performance of the original NH-D12L while offering a stealthy appearance suitable for all-black PC builds. The addition of this new quiet 120mm CPU cooler to Noctua’s chromax.black series […]
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Vodafone has announced that the new Samsung Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35 smartphones are now available on their network in the UK. The Samsung Galaxy A55 5G offers a seamless blend of power, performance, and elegance. Available from £27 a month (with a £30 upfront cost), this device is not just about its sleek design; […]
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Intel is getting a huge boost from the US government under the CHIPS and Science Act. The company could get up to $8.5 billion in direct funding from the government, according to the preliminary agreement it has reached with the Department of Commerce. That money will go towards the chipmaker's efforts to expand its manufacturing facilities in the United States, particularly plants designed to make leading-edge semiconductor chips meant for use in AI and other advanced applications.
The government's investment is expected to support Intel projects across four states, including the construction of two new leading-edge logic fabrication facilities and the modernization of another one in Chandler, Arizona, as well as the construction of two more fabs in New Albany, Ohio. It will also help Intel modernize two existing fabs in Rio Rancho, New Mexico and expand its facilities in Hillsboro, Oregon. The government's $8.5 billion funding will augment the company's $100 billion investment in US manufacturing over the next five years. And in case the company needs more money, it can borrow up to $11 billion from the US under the agreement.
The Biden administration signed the CHIPS and Science Act into law back in 2022 in hopes of fostering domestic semiconductor research and manufacturing and of lessening American companies' reliance in Chinese suppliers. This is the administration's fourth CHIPS investment, and it's largest yet. If you combine Intel's own money with the government's funding, this is one of the biggest investments announced in US semiconductor manufacturing overall. In February, the government also announced that it was granting GlobalFoundries with $1.5 billion in funding under the CHIPS Act to help the AMD spinoff build new fab facilities.
Intel's projects in those aforementioned regions are expected to create 20,000 construction and 10,000 manufacturing jobs. To help ensure that the local population can benefit from those projects, the government will also earmark $50 million in dedicated funding to train and develop the local workforce. The parties have agreed to these terms under a preliminary agreement only, though, and the Department of Commerce might change them, depending on the results of a comprehensive due diligence process on the proposed projects and any future renegotiations.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/intel-will-get-85-billion-in-chips-act-funding-to-support-its-us-manufacturing-efforts-090046810.html?src=rss