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The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, aka the Gelandewagen (which means "all-terrain vehicle" in German) has been in regular production since 1979. It's changed a lot since then, evolving from a utilitarian off-roader to a desirable luxury icon, but it's never seen a change quite like this.
Meet the Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology. That's a long and mild name for a pretty radical reinvention of the classic G. This is the first battery-powered G-Wagen, driven by a whopping four electric motors that draw juice from a 116-kilowatt-hour battery pack. Total output is 580 horsepower.
Those four motors enable the electric G to do some amazing things, like a so-called G-Turn, where it spins in place. The idea is to help this big rig get out of some tight off-road situations, but we think it'll be even more effective at impressing your neighbors. There's a bevy of other tech here too, including dedicated off-road driving modes and a series of cameras that allow drivers to spot every rock and rut when crossing the trails. No formal word on pricing just yet, but it's important to note that the gas-powered versions of the G-Class live on, so if you're really attached to internal combustion there's still a G for you.
Really, though, if you can't do a tank turn, then what's the point? Watch the video above for the full story.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mercedes-benz-quad-motor-g-class-could-be-the-ultimate-ev-off-roader-120024168.html?src=rss
If you’re someone who needs a break from the hectic and fast pace of life and needs to indulge in some much-needed me time, then you’re well aware that you need an assortment of accessories to help you achieve this feat. Pampering yourself, and allowing yourself to relax and unwind isn’t a task we can accomplish simply by ourselves. And this is where grooming products, self-care items, and little meditative designs come to the rescue! All you need is an array of thoughtful and well-designed products to give you some amazing me-time, enabling you to truly relax after a long hard day at work. From a zen-like Japanese lantern candle to a battery-free aroma diffuser – we’ve curated a collection of designs that are all you need to treat yourself and take better care of yourself.
1. Rotating Nail Clipper
Called the Rotating Nail Clipper, this unique and one-of-a-kind product protects your wrist from twisting and getting hurt if you ever sit down to trim your nails. It helps you cut your nails efficiently, and you don’t need to unnecessarily twist or bend your wrist to achieve the perfect angle.
This unique nail clipper features a rather practical design that protects you from having to unnecessarily bend your twist while cutting your nails. It is an ergonomic tool made from high-carbon stainless steel and anodized aluminum alloy and has a rather minimalist and clean design ethos.
What we like
The sleek and clean design is quite easy to use
You have a variety of colors to pick from
What we dislike
The price tag is higher as compared to ordinary nail clippers
2. Japanese Lantern Candle
This pretty Japanese lantern resembles the traditional Japanese ‘chouchin’ lantern, and it features an adorable pillar shape. This candle is a must-have for some self-care sessions when you simply wanna unwind, and let the stresses of the day fade away.
This quaint candle provides a contemporary take on an age-old iconic Japanese design. It offers a rather relaxing glow and has a minimal design ethos, which allows it to perfectly merge with any living space. The lantern is created by handcrafted artisans in Kurashiki, Japan.
What we like
Since the wax is non-melting, it produces a pretty clarity on the candle
What we dislike
You need to be careful while using it around children and pets, as it is a fire hazard
3. Legacy Precision Nail File
Designed by Yoshida Yasuri, the Legacy Precision Nail File is made in Japan using meticulous craftsmanship. The file is manufactured through an intricate three-stage sharpening process, making sure it is not dull, but nor does it have sharp edges like typical factory-made nail files.
The thick stainless steel plate is shaped in all directions six times, on both sides of the nail file, to ensure it is fine, durable, and smooth.
What we like
Guarantees lifelong durability
Come along with a handmade leather sheath
What we dislike
The sheath cap is quite easy to lose
4. Battery-Free Aroma Diffuser
Named the Battery-free aroma diffuser, this soothing little diffuser is what you need for some self-care. It lets you take in deep breaths while harnessing the power of a single candle by using simple physics and science.
This innovative diffuser doesn’t need batteries, nor does it need any external power sources! The diffuser uses the heat of a single candle to emit lovely aromatic scents. It is build using sustainable materials, and hence it advocates an eco-friendly ethos.
What we like
The diffuser is made from recyclable materials
Compatible with different kinds of essential oils
What we dislike
It doesn’t have electric controls, so it is difficult to adjust the intensity of the aroma
5. Japanese Cypress Vãs Wood Diffuser
Use the Japanese Cypress vãs wood diffuser to diffuse your favorite essential oils without any batteries, power, or electricity. You just need to add a few drops of oil, and the wood diffuser does its own natural magic!
Why is it noteworthy?
The design is inspired by the Latin word for a vessel which is vās, normally used to hold flowers. The vās itself is handcrafted from the Japanese hinoki cypress tree, giving you, not just a natural oil diffuser but also a decorative object to match your wooden theme if you have one.
What we like
The wood diffuser works as a natural oil diffuser, as well as an elegant home accent
What we dislike
You can only use 100% pure essential oils, as the diluted ones arent as aromatic and could damage the wood
6. Nike LED Mask
If you’re in the mood to indulge in some self-care and grooming, but don’t want to use the typical old masks from Sephora, then you may want to consider this Nike LED mask. This unique conceptual product lets people take care of their skin, without having to go to a facility to pamper their skin.
Why is it noteworthy?
The mask has a user-friendly CMF which allows users to get comfy with it, and handle it with ease. The mask features Nike’s sporty and fun image, which makes it quite relatable.
What we like
You don’t need to touch your face with your hands
Easy to use and accessible design
What we dislike
It’s a conceptual design, so we don’t know how well it will translate into a tangible product
7. Miniature Bonfire Wood Diffuser Set
Called the Miniature Bonfire Wood Diffuser Set, this little relaxation-inducing design is all you need to create the smell and lovely experience of having a memorable and enticing outdoor fire. It is the ideal design you need after a long day at work when you simply need to chill and unwind.
The mini hardwood is retrieved from branches that would otherwise have to be thrown away. They radiate a comforting smoky smell when it is burnt on the little stainless steel oven. Just add a few drops of essential oils from the Mt. Hakusan trees, and you have an amazing outdoor scent.
What we like
It can be used as a cooking or heating tool, by adding some wood
What we dislike
Requires small pieces of wood of specific sizes
8. LightVision Meditation Headset
Dubbed the LightVision meditation headset, this unique innovation by Layer Design is amped with LED lights that produce a layer of magic to the visual feed of the user. This creative headset converts natural videos into a sequence of biomorphic design, which is still visible to the closed eyes.
Why is it noteworthy?
The various patterns can be seen as a constantly-changing kaleidoscopes of sequences that activate the brain’s “frequency-following response”. This creates a distraction-free state of mind, helping you focus and meditate.
What we like
The headset has an ergonomic form which is comfy on the eyes and face
What we dislike
Meditating with the help of screens may result in tired eyes if you’re using them for long periods
9. Stress-Free Aroma Diffuser
Named the Stress-free Aroma Diffuser, this little diffuser lets you sit back and relax, while taking in a wonderful array of aromatic blends that are designed to soothe your frantic mind, and help you relax. If you’re in the mood for some self-care, or to spend some quality time with your partner, the diffuser is an amazing ambience setter.
The Stress-free Aroma Diffuser forms a gentle breeze, which lets the aroma softly and evenly disperse even if you’re sitting. It has a porcelain filter which soaks up all the oil to offer a long-lasting experience.
What we like
The polished base provides an intriguing contrast to the organic-looking porcelain disc, creating a sophisticated decoration piece
What we dislike
The diffuser seems quite fragile, so you need to handle it with care
10. Aroma Fragrance Pin
This little product is called the Aroma Fragrance Pin, and it is designed to be a tiny pin that maintains a pleasant aroma around you at all times, irrespective if you’re traveling or commuting around. It holds cotton with a lovely essential oil of your choice. It retains the strong fragrance around you.
The fragrance pin forms an individual fragrance bubble around you, and when the smell fades away, it can easily be topped up. It is a great product for those with sensitive noses who get bothered by the aerosol particles in usual perfumes.
What we like
Functions as a stylish button-style accessory with a lot of colors to pick from
What we dislike
You need to conduct some trial and error, to figure out how long the oil will last
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The Senate approved a measure that will require ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban, in a vote of 79 to 18. The Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act next goes to President Biden. The president has already said he’ll sign the bill into law. (Yes, as predicted, I'm writing about this again.)
TikTok has faced the ire of US politicians for a few years now, but this bill has picked up support across both political parties. It sailed through the House of Representatives before being approved (bundled with a package for foreign aid) by the Senate on Tuesday.
The bill states that TikTok would have up to 12 months to divest from its parent company ByteDance, or face a ban in US app stores and web hosting services. The company, naturally, has protested this push, calling the bill unconstitutional and vowing to mount a legal challenge if the bill is signed into law. If it does so, it could bounce around courts for years before any eventual ban, if the company declines to sell. A few years is a long time in social media. Ask Snap, or worse, Vine.
And who would buy TikTok? While many major tech companies might love to grab the social network’s engaged young audience, many politicians would balk at making a Big Tech company even bigger. Steve Mnuchin, who was Treasury secretary in the Trump administration, told CNBC he was putting together an investor group. What could go wrong?
It can supposedly respond similarly to models 10 times its size.
Microsoft has unveiled its latest light AI model, called the Phi-3 Mini, for smartphones and other local devices. The aim is to provide a cheaper alternative to cloud-powered large language models (LLMs), allowing smaller organizations to adopt AI, with presumably lower energy burdens and without heady processing costs. According to Microsoft, the new model handily outperforms its previous Phi-2 small model and is on par with larger models like Llama 2. In fact, the company says the Phi-3 Mini responds close to the level of a model 10 times its size. The trick is apparently in the data Microsoft used to train its tiny model.
The feature would be available in the Tesla app ‘in the future.’
Tesla teased ride-hailing features coming to its app ahead of an August robotaxi unveiling. The company released mock-ups of the upcoming feature, which showed the ability to “summon” a ride from the Tesla app. The company has been promising self-driving taxi services for years. Tesla didn’t offer many details, but it seems to have Uber-like functionality and the ability to remotely set the car’s temperature before arrival.
After a few months of testing, Meta is bringing multimodal AI to its smart glasses. Multimodal AI means the system can process multiple types of information, including photos, videos, text and audio. You might have seen feature showcases of AI-connected devices that can view what a device is looking at and offer extra information — that kind of thing. Meta also announced hands-free video call integration with WhatsApp and Messenger and a few more frame designs.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-senate-passes-the-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-111556543.html?src=rss
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Back in 2022, Mercedes-Benz announced that it was going to release an electric G-Class by the end of 2024. Now, the automaker has formally introduced the electrified version of its iconic luxury vehicle that's known for its exclusivity. The Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology comes equipped with a 116 kWh lithium-ion battery that gives it enough energy to run for up to 473 kilometers (294 miles) on a single charge. It also has a maximum total output of 432 kW and a maximum torque of 1,164 Nm.
The electric model looks pretty much like the gas-powered G-Class, with its sharp angles and its distinctive door handles, grilles and round headlights. Mercedes offers optional lighting exclusive to the EQ version of the vehicle, though, so you can change its looks and give it a design that's considerably different from a standard G-Class. The vehicle is powered by four electric motors located near each wheel and has several modes for off-road use: G-TURN, which will allow you to turn the vehicle almost on the spot, G-STEERING, which could eliminate the need for multi-point turns, and the intelligent off-road crawl function that provides cruise control for off-road drives.
Mercedes-Benz made sure the vehicle's battery is ready for off-road journeys, as well, and encased it in a torsion-resistant casing that protects it from water and dirt. Since the vehicle can be driven in up to 33.5 inches of water, the battery definitely needs that kind of protection. It can charge with both alternating current and direct current, and when plugged into a fast-charging DC system, it can go from 10 to 80 percent in just 32 minutes. The G-Class can convert kinetic energy into electrical energy when you coast or hit the brakes, as well.
EDITION ONE, the G-Class with EQ Technology coming out at launch later this year, will have an "an expanded palette of standard features." A company spokesperson told TechCrunch that a range-extended version with a battery that uses a more energy-dense silicon-anode technology from Mercedes' partner Silas will also be available in the next few years.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mercedes-benz-finally-unveils-its-electric-g-class-luxury-off-roader-110040316.html?src=rss
