A DIY Steam Machine is a compact gaming PC that combines high performance with a small footprint, as detailed by Not From Concentrate. This guide focuses on building a system with just 3 liters of volume, using the Framework Desktop PC motherboard and the SkyRidge 4 Tiny (S4T) case. The build features an AMD Ryzen […]
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A DIY Steam Machine is a compact gaming PC that combines high performance with a small footprint, as detailed by Not From Concentrate. This guide focuses on building a system with just 3 liters of volume, using the Framework Desktop PC motherboard and the SkyRidge 4 Tiny (S4T) case. The build features an AMD Ryzen […]
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Apple is set to expand its smartphone lineup with the release of the iPhone 17e, a budget-friendly device designed to deliver a premium experience at an accessible price. Expected to launch in early 2026, the most likely release dates are February 16 or 19. Building on the foundation of its predecessor, the iPhone 16e, this […]
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Apple is set to expand its smartphone lineup with the release of the iPhone 17e, a budget-friendly device designed to deliver a premium experience at an accessible price. Expected to launch in early 2026, the most likely release dates are February 16 or 19. Building on the foundation of its predecessor, the iPhone 16e, this […]
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Turntables have crept back into living rooms as much for how they look as for how they sound. The usual palette is black boxes, silver arms, maybe a walnut plinth if you’re lucky. A record player sits in the open on a sideboard or media console, so it has to pull double duty as a hi-fi component and visual anchor, something you notice even when it isn’t spinning.
TEAC’s Special Edition Turquoise Blue TN-400BTX is a manual belt-drive Bluetooth turntable that takes the existing TN-400BT-X platform and wraps it in a glossy turquoise lacquer. It’s a limited-run finish on a high-density MDF plinth, meant to be a one-time color drop rather than a permanent SKU, which immediately nudges it into “object you choose on purpose” territory instead of just another black box.
Designer: TEAC
This deck in a bright apartment would catch light under a clear dust cover while a record spins. The turquoise plinth pushes it away from anonymous gear into something closer to a mid-century accent piece, the kind of thing you notice even when it isn’t playing. It’s still a serious turntable, just one that isn’t afraid to look a little joyful when most vinyl gear pretends color is beneath it.
Under the paint sits the same proven hardware. The TN-400BTX uses a three-speed belt-drive with a die-cast aluminum platter and a low-resistance spindle riding in a brass bearing for stable rotation. An S-shaped static-balanced aluminum tonearm with adjustable counterweight and anti-skate carries a pre-installed Audio-Technica AT95E MM cartridge, so you can drop the needle straight out of the box and upgrade later if you want.
The built-in phono EQ amplifier uses an NJM8080 op-amp to boost the tiny signal from the stylus without a lot of distortion. That means you can plug the deck straight into a line-level input on an amp or powered speakers, or switch to phono out and use an external stage if you’re picky. Gold-plated RCA jacks and a ground terminal round out the wired side without getting fussy.
The wireless trick is simple but useful. A Bluetooth 5.2 transmitter with SBC, aptX, and aptX Adaptive lets you send your records to Bluetooth headphones or speakers with better quality and lower latency than basic SBC. Pairing is handled with a single button and LED, so you can go from spinning a record through a traditional system to a late-night headphone session without moving the turntable.
This special edition doesn’t touch the mechanics or electronics; it just dresses them in a color that feels more like a mood than a spec. The turquoise lacquer, aluminum hardware, and clear cover turn a competent analog-plus-Bluetooth deck into something you might build a room around. A limited-run splash of color on solid hardware is worth considering when most turntables hide in black, and you actually want to look at the thing while it works.
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Recently we were introduced to OpenClaw, an AI that allows users to create their own agents to control apps like email, Spotify and home controls. Now, Sam Altman has announced that OpenAI has absorbed OpenClaw by hiring developer Peter Steinberger "to drive the next generation of personal agents," he wrote on X. Steinberger confirmed the news on his own blog. "I’m joining OpenAI to work on bringing agents to everyone. OpenClaw will move to a foundation and stay open and independent."
Steinberger was also in talks to join Meta, with both companies reportedly making offers in the "billions," according to Implicator.AI. The primary attractant was said to be OpenClaw's 196,000 GitHub stars and 2 million weekly visitors rather than its codebase.
OpenClaw became buzzy in the last few weeks thanks to its multifaceted ability to carry out tasks. People have used it to create agents that can write code, clear their inboxes, do online shopping and other assistant-like jobs. On its website, OpenClaw touts its ability to interact with popular apps and sites including WhatsApp, Discord, Slack, iMesage, Hue and Spotify.
Peter Steinberger is joining OpenAI to drive the next generation of personal agents. He is a genius with a lot of amazing ideas about the future of very smart agents interacting with each other to do very useful things for people. We expect this will quickly become core to our…
— Sam Altman (@sama) February 15, 2026
OpenClaw was recently called "Clawdbot" but Anthropic forced a name change due to similarities with its "Claude" branding. OpenClaw is often compared to Claude Code by "vibe coders" seeking to automate website development and other programming chores.
In his announcement, Altman said that "the future is going to be extremely multi-agent and it's important to support open source as part of that," adding that "OpenClaw will live in a foundation as an open source project" supported by Open AI. Steinberger, meanwhile, said that "what I want is to change the world, not build a larger company and teaming up with OpenAI is the fastest way to bring this to everyone."
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/openai-has-hired-the-developer-behind-ai-agent-openclaw-092934041.html?src=rss
Justin Sung explores how cognitive processes, such as schema theory, can make learning complex concepts more manageable. Schemas are mental frameworks that help the brain organize and interpret information by linking new material to what is already known. When new ideas don’t fit existing schemas, creating new ones through deliberate practice becomes essential, though it […]
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Justin Sung explores how cognitive processes, such as schema theory, can make learning complex concepts more manageable. Schemas are mental frameworks that help the brain organize and interpret information by linking new material to what is already known. When new ideas don’t fit existing schemas, creating new ones through deliberate practice becomes essential, though it […]
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Justin Sung explores how cognitive processes, such as schema theory, can make learning complex concepts more manageable. Schemas are mental frameworks that help the brain organize and interpret information by linking new material to what is already known. When new ideas don’t fit existing schemas, creating new ones through deliberate practice becomes essential, though it […]
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If you’ve noticed increased battery drain after updating your iPhone to iOS 26.3, you’re not alone. Battery performance is a critical aspect of your device’s functionality, and addressing this issue can greatly enhance your overall experience. The video below from iReviews outlines practical steps to help you conserve power and extend your iPhone’s battery life. […]
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