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Nintendo to Discontinue Original Switch Amid EU Battery Regulations

Nintendo is set to discontinue the original Switch model due to new EU battery regulations. The company will replace it with updated models featuring replaceable batteries starting in 2026.

Olena Bilyk·2 min read·7/8/2026

Seeking Innovative Everyday Solutions: t3n Launches the Pioneers Award – Best of IFA 2026 in Berlin

t3n introduces the Pioneers Award – Best of IFA 2026 to spotlight innovative products that enhance daily life at the IFA in Berlin. Join the movement for real innovation.

Olena Bilyk·2 min read·7/7/2026

Survey Reveals Many Germans Prefer a World Without AI

A Bitkom survey reveals a significant portion of Germans express a desire for a world without AI, despite increasing adoption of tools like ChatGPT and Gemini. The survey highlights concerns about feeling overwhelmed by technology.

Ryan Kessler·2 min read·7/7/2026

Apple's Foldable Smartphone: Anticipation and Challenges Ahead

Apple's first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Ultra, is set to be announced in September with a delayed release, similar to the iPhone X strategy. Limited production may lead to quick sellouts.

Olena Bilyk·3 min read·7/7/2026

Trump's Memecoin: Nearly 1 Million Investors Lose $3.8 Billion

In 2025, Donald Trump earned $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency, but the Trump-Memecoin has lost 98% of its value, affecting nearly 1 million investors who collectively lost $3.8 billion.

Ryan Kessler·2 min read·7/7/2026

Revisiting Simplicity: The Rise of Dumbphones in a Digital World

Explore the resurgence of Dumbphones as a practical solution for digital detox. Discover models like the Light Phone 2, Nokia 3210, and Punkt MP 02, and learn how old devices can promote minimalism.

Olena Bilyk·3 min read·7/7/2026

Japanese Spacecraft Hayabusa 2 Conducts Test Flight for Asteroid Defense

The Japanese spacecraft Hayabusa 2 has conducted a test flight near asteroid Torifune, gathering crucial data for planetary defense against potential asteroid threats.

Ryan Kessler·3 min read·7/6/2026

Streamline Your Meetings with Project Mirage's Dune Mini-Keypad

Discover how Project Mirage's Dune Mini-Keypad can simplify your meeting management with customizable shortcuts and seamless app integration.

Olena Bilyk·2 min read·7/6/2026

The ISS's Planned Disposal: Environmental Concerns and Legal Gaps

Explore the planned disposal of the ISS and the environmental and legal implications of this significant space project.

Ryan Kessler·3 min read·7/6/2026

Ford's AI Offensive Stumbles: Restart with 350 Previously Laid-off Engineers

Ford has admitted that its AI offensive has caused quality issues. Now, 350 laid-off engineers are set to be brought back. However, this does not mean a farewell to AI.

Olena Bilyk·3 min read·7/5/2026

In Legal Battle with Disney and Universal: Midjourney Demands Disclosure of AI Usage

Midjourney is challenging Disney and Universal in court, seeking to uncover how these studios utilize AI technology amid copyright infringement allegations. The outcome may reshape the landscape of AI in creative industries.

Ryan Kessler·3 min read·7/5/2026

Laundry Folding and Tidying Up: The $8,000 Robot Isaac 1 to Handle Your Household Chores

The household robot Isaac 1 from Weave Robotics is set to tidy up homes, make beds, and fold laundry. The catch: if the robot struggles, a remote staff member will take over.

Ryan Kessler·2 min read·7/5/2026

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