Apple is preparing to unveil its much-anticipated iPhone 18 lineup, which includes the iPhone 18 Pro and the company’s first foldable device, the iPhone Ultra. These devices are expected to showcase Apple’s commitment to innovation and refinement, offering advanced features that cater to both traditional smartphone users and those seeking innovative technology. From enhanced camera […]
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After 100 hours of testing across 15 distinct scenarios, Nate Herk presents a detailed comparison of GPT-6 Astra and Fable 5.1, focusing on their strengths and limitations in both technical and creative tasks. The overview reveals that Astra performed well in structured tasks like browser-based automation, offering cost efficiency and reliable outputs, while Fable excelled […]
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Apple’s iPhone Fold Ultra has made waves in the tech world with its innovative folding display and a price tag that positions it as one of the most expensive smartphones on the market. With a rumored starting price of $2,299, it surpasses its closest competitor, the Galaxy Z Fold 8, by $400 at the entry-level. […]
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Casting engine parts from 3D prints merges additive manufacturing with traditional casting methods to produce functional metal components. Camden Bowen demonstrates the lost PLA investment casting process, where a 3D-printed PLA model is encased in a plaster mold, burned out to create a cavity and filled with molten aluminum. This method allows for the creation […]
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Word is spreading out of IFA 2026 about a tiny e-reader that fits in a pocket the way a stick of gum does, and it’s already reframing what a dedicated reading device should look like. The BOOX Picco pairs a 3.97-inch E Ink touchscreen with a footprint closer to a smartphone than a book. It’s a shape decision, not a spec sheet decision, and it changes how the device fits into a day.
Pick it up next to one of BOOX’s larger notebook-style readers and the size difference stops being subtle. The Picco disappears into a coat pocket or sits flat against a wallet, while its sibling devices demand a bag. That physical gap is the whole pitch. A book you have to remember to bring competes with a phone you never put down. A book that already lives in your pocket doesn’t need to compete with anything.
Designer: BOOX
Physical buttons run along one edge, tuned for page turns with separate short-press and long-press actions, so a thumb can move through the buttons on a train platform without needing to squint at a menu. A front light switch and power button sit alongside them, laid out as simple raised circles rather than crowded icons. The touchscreen handles gestures like swiping back or returning home, giving the Picco two ways to get around depending on the situation.
Storage stays refreshingly analog. Instead of packing in onboard memory, the Picco leans on a microSD card, treating your library as something swappable rather than sealed in. Files move over via USB-C or WiFi through a companion app, both quicker options than earlier tiny readers offered. It’s a small engineering choice that says something about who this device is built for: people who already have a shelf of digital books and just want a lighter way to carry them.
The software strips things down further. Instead of a full Android build, the Picco runs on a leaner Linux-based system, and the interface reflects that restraint. Icons for a handful of apps, Images, Pomodoro, Reading Stats, Todo, and Countdown, sit as plain circles on a clean home screen. There’s no algorithmic feed hiding behind a swipe, just a bookshelf, a settings menu, and a way to receive files.
None of this reads as a shrunken flagship. It reads like a device built around a single decision: reading should require less friction than checking a phone, not more. A commute, a waiting room, a lunch break; the Picco is sized for exactly those in-between stretches where a full-size reader feels like overkill and a phone feels like a trap.
Pricing chatter points to around $100 (roughly matching entry-level tablets), with a possible release by the end of 2026, though BOOX has yet to confirm the finer details. What’s already clear from the hands-on looks is that the design logic holds up. Small screens force fewer words per page, but they also force fewer excuses not to read at all.
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macOS 27, also known as Golden Gate, introduces a robust collection of features aimed at enhancing productivity, accessibility, and overall usability. While these updates bring significant improvements, many of the most impactful features are not enabled by default. By adjusting specific settings, you can unlock the full potential of this operating system. Whether you’re looking […]
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Alibaba’s recent announcement about its XuanTie C950 CPU has sparked interest in the AI hardware community. According to The Stack, this RISC-V-based processor reportedly runs the Qwen 3.8 model, a 27-billion-parameter AI system, without relying on a GPU. The CPU achieves a generation speed of 30 tokens per second, with the first token generated in […]
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Apple’s rumored foldable smartphone, potentially named the iPhone Ultra, has sparked significant interest in the tech world. Combining state-of-the-art technology, a sleek foldable design, and premium materials, this device could redefine the foldable smartphone market. Below is an in-depth video from ZONEofTECH about the most compelling leaks and rumors surrounding this highly anticipated release. […]
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The COROS Pace 4 now includes global mapping capabilities through a public beta firmware update, as explained by DC Rainmaker. This addition introduces features like route overlays and zoom functionality, previously found only in higher-end models such as the COROS Nomad. While the update expands the device’s functionality, it also reveals hardware limitations, including 1.3 […]
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The Apple Watch Series 12 is shaping up to be a pivotal release in the smartwatch market. With notable advancements in performance, health tracking, and design, this upcoming model is expected to enhance the way you interact with wearable technology. These upgrades aim to provide a more seamless, health-conscious, and stylish experience, making it a […]
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