Quand George Hotz, alias geohot, décide de donner des conseils à une boîte de semiconducteurs, ça donne un README de 100 lignes sur GitHub qui commence par “If you want to get acquired / become scam IP licensing co…I can’t help you.” C’est “subtil” ^^. Le hacker qui a jailbreaké le premier iPhone et qui fait maintenant rouler des voitures autonomes avec comma.ai vient de publier ses “conseils” pour Tenstorrent.

Pour ceux qui ne suivent pas le marché des puces IA de près, Tenstorrent c’est LA boîte qui fait rêver en ce moment. Fondée par Jim Keller (oui, LE Jim Keller qui a conçu les architectures x86-64 chez AMD et les puces A4/A5 d’Apple), l’entreprise développe des processeurs spécialement conçus pour l’IA avec une approche “dataflow” plutôt que l’architecture SIMD classique des GPU.

On ne va pas se mentir : entre deux notifs, trois livraisons Amazon et le syndrome du panier oublié, trouver un vrai bon cadeau pour la fête des mères peut vite virer au casse-tête. Alors, pour tous ceux qui s’y prennent à la dernière minute (je vous vois), voici un coup de cœur technophile tout simple : le cadre photo numérique Pexar, signé Lexar. Si vous le commandez tout de suite sur Amazon il devrait arriver à temps pour dimanche (oui dimanche c’est la fête des mères) !

Vous vous souvenez de Rosie, la bonne robotique ultra flippante des Jetson ? A l’époque, c’était un vrai fantasme !! Un robot domestique qui ferait la cuisine et qui passerait l’aspirateur pendant qu’on glande sur le canap’ ! Le rêve !

Eh bien, ce futur est en train de nous arriver en pleine gueule à vitesse grand V car d’après les spécialistes, dans moins de 5 ans, 25% des foyers américains aisés pourraient avoir un robot domestique chez eux.

Perso, même si je préfère rester 48h enfermé dans une pièce entièrement vide avec rien à faire plutôt que de regarder un demi match de foot à la TV, je sais que parmi vous, y’en a qui aiment vraiment ça, donc je me dois de vous partager cette mauvaise nouvelle.

En effet, si vous pensiez que votre VPN était la cape d’invisibilité parfaite pour mater du foot gratuitement sur Internet, et bien sachez-le, la justice française vient de mettre un gros STOP aux pirates que vous êtes et surtout à l’écosystème entier des réseaux privés virtuels (VPN) qui la plupart du temps misent là dessus pour chopper des abonnés.

Si votre site web est devenu le buffet à volonté préféré des bots de sociétés IA, débarquant par milliers, se servant dans votre bande passante et repartant sans même dire vous laisser un mot sur l’oreiller, alors j’ai une solution pour vous ! Ça s’appelle Anubis, et c’est un outil qui vérifie si vos visiteurs sont de vrais humains ou des aspirateurs à données déguisés.

Car oui, personne n’est épargné ! Par exemple, le bon vieux site kernel.org a dû mettre en place une protection contre ces scrapers qui menaçaient sa disponibilité et ce n’est pas un cas isolé. Codeberg, ScummVM, FreeCAD et même certains sites de l’ONU ont adopté la même solution pour rester en ligne face à cette nouvelle forme de DDoS “légitime”.

You know something extraordinary is happening when a single company wins 41 Red Dot Design Awards across five completely different categories in one year. ASUS didn’t just collect these awards like trading cards; they earned recognition from 43 international design experts for solving real problems across smartphones, laptops, displays, and even backpacks. The Zenfone 12 Ultra alone would have made headlines with its gimbal-stabilized camera that turns shaky vacation videos into smooth cinematic footage. But that’s just the beginning of this story. We’re talking about gaming phones that survive military testing while looking sophisticated enough for boardrooms, OLED monitors calibrated specifically for photographers who can’t afford color shifts, and mini PCs powerful enough to replace full towers yet small enough to hide behind your monitor. The real question isn’t how ASUS won so many awards, but rather how they managed to excel in categories where specialized companies usually dominate. How does the same company that makes RGB gaming keyboards also create color-accurate displays that professional photographers trust?

Designer: ASUS

Three Smartphones That Each Solve Different Problems

The smartphone wins perfectly demonstrate ASUS’s understanding that different users need fundamentally different devices. Take the Zenfone 12 Ultra, which tackles the universal problem of shaky photos and videos with actual hardware rather than just software tricks. Its 6-Axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilizer 4.0 sounds like technical overkill until you see the results. Walking videos that normally resemble earthquake footage suddenly become smooth, tracking shots. Low-light photos that would require a tripod become possible handheld. The 50MP Sony Lytia 700 sensor benefits from this stability in ways that go beyond specs, paired with a 32MP telephoto offering 3x optical zoom and a 13MP ultrawide for versatility. ASUS wrapped this technology in a 220g body featuring 100% recycled aluminum and silky matte glass that actually resists fingerprints, addressing another daily annoyance we’ve all accepted as inevitable.

The ROG Phone 9 and ROG Phone 9 Pro approach mobile design from a completely different angle, prioritizing gaming performance without sacrificing daily usability. Both models feature IP68 water resistance, which you rarely see in gaming phones because manufacturers assume gamers baby their devices. The 185Hz E6 AMOLED display with 720Hz touch sampling delivers response times that competitive mobile gamers need, while 2500 nits peak brightness means you can see the screen outdoors. The Pro model goes further with up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, as mobile games are becoming increasingly large. What’s clever here is the integration of Dirac Virtuo spatial sound and Qualcomm aptX Lossless, recognizing that hearing enemy footsteps matters as much as seeing them. The 5800mAh battery with 65W charging keeps sessions going, while the customizable AniMe Vision display on the back adds personality without going full RGB circus.

Gaming Laptops That Don’t Scream “I Live in My Mom’s Basement”

The laptop category reveals that ASUS is solving a problem many professionals face: wanting gaming performance without looking like they’ve brought a spaceship to the office. The TUF Gaming A14 represents their first 14-inch gaming laptop, and at 1.46 kg, it fits in a standard laptop bag. Running AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processors with RTX 4060 graphics, this machine delivers legitimate gaming performance through a 165Hz QHD+ (2560×1600) display that’s sharp enough for spreadsheets and fast enough for shooters. The military-grade durability means it survives daily commutes, addressing the reality that gaming laptops need to handle more than just desk duty.

The ROG FLOW Z13 takes versatility to extremes as a 2-in-1 gaming tablet that sounds impossible until you use it. The 13.4-inch 2560×1600 touchscreen runs at 180Hz, powered by AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processors with up to 128GB RAM. At $2,099, it’s not cheap, but it replaces multiple devices. Use it as a tablet for digital art, prop it up for gaming sessions, or connect an external GPU for desktop performance when needed. The form factor solves real problems for creators who game and gamers who create, eliminating the need to choose between specialized devices.

Meanwhile, the ROG Strix Scar 16 and 18 embrace traditional gaming laptop design but elevate it with ROG Nebula HDR Display technology. These machines pack Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processors and up to RTX 5090 Laptop GPUs, delivering 2.5K resolution at 240Hz through Mini LED backlighting. The tool-less upgrade design acknowledges that gamers want to upgrade components over time, while up to 64GB DDR5 RAM ensures these laptops won’t become obsolete next year.

Consumer Laptops That Understand Consumer Needs

ASUS’s consumer laptop wins show they’re paying attention to how people use computers. The Vivobook 14 and 16 Flip models embrace the 2-in-1 concept with 360-degree hinges and OLED touchscreens, powered by Intel Core Ultra 7 processors. At 1.69cm thick and 1.5kg, these machines prove that convertibles don’t need to be chunky. The Vivobook Classic Series strips away gimmicks to focus on reliability and value, while the ASUS V16 provides 16-inch productivity without the bulk typically associated with larger screens.

The Zenbook S 14 and S 16 represent ASUS’s premium ultrabook vision, featuring Intel Core Ultra processors with Copilot+ PC capabilities. These machines balance performance with portability, using premium materials and finishes that justify their positioning. But the real standout is the Zenbook A14, which earned recognition as the world’s lightest 14-inch Copilot+ PC at just 2.18 pounds. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon X processors, it delivers up to 32 hours of battery life thanks to ARM efficiency. The 14-inch OLED display (1920×1200) with 100% DCI-P3 coverage provides color accuracy typically reserved for much more expensive machines, while the Ceraluminum construction creates a premium feel in the $899-$1,099 range.

Business Laptops Built for Real Business Use

The commercial wins reveal ASUS’s understanding of what IT departments and business users need. The ExpertBook P5 represents their flagship business machine, powered by Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2) with up to 120 total platform TOPS of AI performance. Weighing just 1.29 kg, it packs a 2.5K 144Hz anti-glare display and offers up to 28 hours of battery life. The inclusion of ASUS AI ExpertMeet provides intelligent noise cancellation and real-time transcription with on-device processing, addressing privacy concerns while adding genuine utility for remote workers.

The ExpertBook B3 takes a different approach with its 16-inch display and connectivity focus. At 1.78kg, it includes features business users request: optional 5G LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, and smart card readers. The 85% screen-to-body ratio maximizes working space, while MIL-STD-810H durability testing ensures it survives the reality of business travel and daily office use.

All-in-Ones and Desktops for Different Tribes

The desktop category spans from space-saving all-in-ones to gaming powerhouses. The AiO VM6 Series and ExpertCenter AiO P4 series represent ASUS’s approach to integrated computing, ideal for reception areas, home offices, or anywhere cable management is a concern. These systems prove that all-in-ones don’t need to compromise on performance or upgradeability.

Gaming desktops are split between the TUF Gaming T5 series, which emphasizes durability and value, and the ROG G7 series, designed for enthusiasts who seek maximum performance with premium aesthetics. These systems recognize that not everyone wants to build their own PC, offering pre-configured options that cater to their target audiences.

The Mini PC Renaissance Nobody Expected

Perhaps the most interesting wins come from ASUS’s commitment to mini PCs, a category that most companies abandoned. The ExpertCenter PN54 packs an AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 processor with 45+ NPU TOPS in a 0.5L chassis, complete with six USB ports, dual 2.5G LAN, and Wi-Fi 7. This isn’t a streaming box; it’s a legitimate workstation that happens to fit in the palm of your hand.

The NUC 15 Pro and NUC 15 Pro+ take it a step further with Intel Core Ultra 7/9 processors (Series 2), up to 96GB of DDR5 RAM, and support for four 4K displays simultaneously. The tool-less upgradability means these systems can evolve with your needs, while thoughtful port selection eliminates the dongle mess that plagues other compact systems. What earned recognition was the thermal management that keeps these systems quiet under load, solving the jet engine problem that traditionally plagued small form factor PCs.

Displays That Serve Their Actual Users

ASUS’s monitor wins reveal a deep understanding of different user needs. The ProArt Display PA27UCGE and PA32UCE are designed exclusively for color accuracy, featuring built-in motorized colorimeters and hardware calibration. These displays deliver 98% DCI-P3 coverage with Delta E<1 accuracy at 160Hz refresh rates and 600 nits brightness, specifications that matter to photographers and video editors who can’t afford color shifts between devices.

The ProArt Display OLED series brings OLED technology to professional workflows where perfect blacks and infinite contrast translate to better creative decisions. ASUS prioritized burn-in protection and color accuracy over gaming features, showing they understand professional priorities.

Gaming gets serious attention with the ROG Swift OLED series. The PG32UCDM features a 32-inch 4K QD-OLED display with a 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time, while the PG27AQDP achieves refresh rates of up to 480Hz at 1440p. Custom heatsinks and OLED Care+ features address burn-in concerns, proving ASUS understands the hesitation around OLED for desktop use.

The ZenScreen Duo OLED MQ149CD offers dual portable screens in one device, ideal for presentations where you need to display content while keeping notes private. The ZenScreen Smart MS27UC and MS32UC build smart TV functionality directly into monitors, eliminating streaming device clutter in small spaces.

Graphics Cards and Components That Know Their Lane

The GPU wins demonstrate clear market segmentation. The ROG Astral RTX 50 series targets enthusiasts wanting maximum performance with premium cooling solutions. The liquid-cooled ROG Astral LC RTX 50 series pushes further for users prioritizing silence over everything else. Meanwhile, the TUF Gaming RTX 50 series offers military-grade reliability at more accessible price points, demonstrating that durability doesn’t require premium pricing.

The ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI motherboard shows ASUS understanding that creators need different features than gamers. Instead of overclocking potential and RGB zones, this board focuses on stability, Thunderbolt connectivity, high-speed storage options, and professional-grade audio interfaces that actually matter for content creation workflows.

Accessories That Solve Actual Problems

The peripheral wins aren’t just about RGB and aggressive styling. The ROG Azoth Extreme earned recognition as a 75% gaming keyboard with a full aluminum alloy chassis, a carbon fiber positioning plate, and an OLED touchscreen that actually serves a purpose for customization. The ROG Harpe Ace Extreme mouse weighs just 47 grams thanks to carbon fiber construction, while packing a 42,000-dpi ROG AimPoint Pro optical sensor for users who need that level of precision.

The ASUS Master Thunderbolt 5 Dock DC510 addresses the cable chaos plaguing modern desks with enough bandwidth to run multiple 4K displays, storage arrays, and peripherals through a single cable. The thoughtful port placement and clean design demonstrate an understanding of how these devices are actually used in real workspaces.

Even the ROG SLASH Backpack series has earned recognition for solving specific problems that gamers face when transporting expensive hardware. These aren’t just bags with gaming logos; they feature dedicated compartments, actual protection systems, and thoughtful organization for cables and peripherals. The RT-BE58 Go router, ProArt PA401 PC case, and ASUS Cobble Enclosure storage solution round out the accessories, each addressing specific user needs rather than just filling product categories.

What This Design Sweep Actually Tells Us About Technology’s Future

Looking at these 41 wins collectively reveals something important about where technology design is heading. ASUS succeeded by recognizing that one-size-fits-all products satisfy nobody in 2025. A professional photographer needs fundamentally different display features than a competitive gamer. A business user values different laptop attributes than a content creator. A student needs different price points than an enterprise customer.

The sustainability angle running through many products also matters more than the press releases suggest. When premium products lead with 100% recycled aluminum frames and FSC-certified packaging, it normalizes these choices across entire product lines. Environmental consideration is becoming integral to good design rather than a marketing checkbox.

AI integration across categories shows ASUS betting on intelligence over raw specifications. The Zenfone 12 Ultra’s AI Transcript 2.0 converts meeting recordings to searchable documents without cloud processing. The ExpertBook P5’s AI ExpertMeet handles noise cancellation and camera framing locally. These features address real productivity needs while respecting privacy concerns.

Perhaps most importantly, these awards suggest the industry is moving past the era of spec sheet battles. ASUS won by solving specific user frustrations: shaky videos, gaming laptops that look unprofessional, mini PCs that throttle, displays with inconsistent colors, cable management nightmares. Each product addresses real problems people face daily rather than inventing new features nobody requested.

The breadth of this achievement, spanning from pocket-sized smartphones to professional workstations, demonstrates that good design principles scale across categories while respecting each segment’s unique demands. As the technology industry continues chasing bigger numbers and flashier features, ASUS’s focus on thoughtful problem-solving through design points toward a more user-centric future. Whether this translates to market success remains to be seen, but these 41 awards suggest they’re asking the right questions about what technology should actually do for the people who use it every day.

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Motorola famously worked with Steve Jobs to bring iTunes to the Razr. Jobs hated the idea of having their software run on someone else’s hardware (which is why he created the iPhone), but up until Apple was ready to formally launch a phone, Jobs reluctantly partnered with Motorola. Now, for what it’s worth, there’s a Moto Razr out there, not with iTunes, but rather, with Windows XP running on it!

Shared on Reddit by Constant_Vehicle7539, this foldable Moto Razr 40 Ultra is running an emulated version of the famous Windows OS. The best part is that when opened halfway, it actually becomes a mini laptop of sorts, giving you a functional (or aesthetically functional, if I’m being accurate) Windows laptop – perhaps the smallest one ever made.

Designer: Constant_Vehicle7539

It’s crazy to actually see this in action. Constant_Vehicle7539 uses the Vectras VM QEMU emulator to run a Windows XP build on the phone. While there’s really no photo of the phone actually running an instance of the desktop (Constant_Vehicle7539 probably just didn’t take any photos), the images here show the boot screen and a few images of the OS setup. My favorite part is when the phone’s half open, looking like a miniature laptop with a touch keyboard. Apparently, Vectras VM offers different emulators, even Windows 11… but for us OG Windows users from back in the day, when we rocked Razrs, Ericssons, and Nokia N Series phones, this is a match made in heaven.

The emulator allows you to run an instance of Windows on any Android, so if you’ve got a dormant old phone lying in a cabinet gathering dust, this is a fun project you could work on. Your friends will be absolutely shocked to see Windows running on a smartphone. However, the only thing more shocking than this is the one time a crazy hacker managed to port iOS 18 onto a Nokia Lumia phone, making the operating system think it was an iPhone (with functional TouchID too!)

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When was the last time you got excited about sitting down? I mean, genuinely thrilled about the act of planting yourself on a piece of furniture? If you’re drawing a blank, you haven’t experienced what happens when Australian design thinking meets five decades of furniture engineering. King Living just scored a hat trick at the 2025 Red Dot Design Awards, and these aren’t your average living room pieces. We’re talking about furniture that transforms at your touch, adapts to your body like it’s reading your mind, and somehow manages to look at home in both a modernist gallery and your Netflix binge-watching sessions.

The Sydney-based furniture maker walked away with three prestigious Red Dot awards for their King Cinema Recliner, Haven Sofa, and 1978 High Back Sofa. For a company that began in 1977, crafting steel-framed furniture in Australia, this triple win represents something more significant than just another trophy for the cabinet. It’s validation that furniture can be both an engineering marvel and a design statement, that comfort doesn’t have to compromise aesthetics, and that modular design can feel anything but clinical.

The Cinema Experience That Fits in Your Living Room

Let’s start with the King Cinema Recliner, because this is where technology meets comfort in ways that would make your local movie theater jealous. The star feature here is King Living’s TouchGlide technology, which sounds like something from a sci-fi movie but is brilliantly simple. Instead of fumbling for levers or buttons like you’re operating heavy machinery, you control the headrest and footrest positions with intuitive touch gestures. The recliner responds to your movements with the kind of smooth, whisper-quiet motion that makes you wonder why all furniture doesn’t work this way.

What sets the Cinema Recliner apart from the sea of home theater seating is its ability to create a genuine cinema experience without resembling the installation of actual movie theater seats in your living room. The modular design means you can configure it for intimate two-person viewing or expand it for full family movie nights. Each seat operates independently, so while you’re fully reclined and immersed in the latest blockbuster, your partner can sit upright, scrolling through their phone (we won’t judge). The genius is in how King Living has hidden all the mechanical complexity behind clean lines and premium upholstery that wouldn’t look out of place in a high-end design showroom.

 

Haven: The Shape-Shifting Sofa That Reads Your Mood

The Haven Sofa might be the most aptly named piece of furniture I’ve encountered. This isn’t hyperbole; it’s a modular system that adapts to how you want to relax at any given moment. The hidden flex mechanisms are the real heroes here, allowing you to transform the backrest from a sleek, low-profile look to full high-back support with a simple motion. However, here’s where it gets interesting: each armrest corner adjusts independently, allowing you to create asymmetrical configurations that match exactly how you prefer to lounge.

The “cloud-like comfort” description from King Living sounds like marketing fluff until you actually experience the ultra-soft seat cushions. The engineering challenge here was to create something soft enough to feel luxurious while maintaining sufficient structure to support the flexible mechanisms. The result feels like sitting on a cloud that somehow knows exactly where you need support. As a modular design, Haven can be reconfigured and rearranged without tools, making it perfect for people who can’t commit to a single furniture layout or those who regularly host gatherings that require different seating arrangements.

1978 High Back: When Classic Design Gets a Modern Brain

The 1978 High Back Sofa is what happens when you take a successful design from the 1970s and inject it with 21st-century thinking. Building on the legacy of King Living’s original 1977 Sofa, this piece manages to feel both timeless and thoroughly contemporary. The high back design addresses one of the most common complaints about modern minimalist furniture: the lack of proper head and neck support. However, instead of simply adding a taller backrest and calling it a day, King Living reimagined the entire support system.

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The real innovation lies in the balance between classic aesthetics and modern functionality. The clean lines and elegant proportions wouldn’t look out of place in a Don Draper office, but underneath that mid-century-inspired exterior beats the heart of a thoroughly modern piece of furniture. Machine-washable covers mean you can actually live on this sofa without treating it like a museum piece. The modular construction allows for multiple configurations, from intimate two-seaters to sprawling sectionals that can accommodate extended family gatherings. It’s furniture that grows with your life rather than forcing you to adapt to its limitations.

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The Future of Furniture is Already Here

These Red Dot wins, along with iF Design Awards for both the 1978 High Back Sofa and their Plateau Outdoor Sofa, represent more than just another trophy haul for King Living. They signal a fundamental shift in how we think about furniture design. David King put it perfectly: “These designs are a reflection of how people live today.” The emphasis on modularity and customization across all three award-winning pieces acknowledges a simple truth: our homes now serve as offices, entertainment centers, social hubs, and personal retreats, sometimes all in the same day. Static furniture has become an obstacle rather than an asset.

What’s remarkable is how King Living has maintained its Australian design DNA while expanding across New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, China, Canada, the UK, and the United States. The Haven Sofa and 1978 High Back Sofa will soon join over 2,000 exhibits at the prestigious Red Dot Museum in Essen, Germany, proving that thoughtful, user-centered design transcends borders. In an era where we’re surrounded by smart technology and adaptive systems, King Living is showing that furniture can be intelligent without being complicated, adaptive without being gimmicky, and beautiful without sacrificing functionality.

The question isn’t whether other furniture makers will follow this lead. The question is how quickly they’ll catch up. Because once you’ve experienced furniture that actually responds to your needs, grows and changes with your life, and manages to look stunning while doing so, there’s really no going back to static seating. These three Red Dot winners aren’t just beautiful pieces of furniture; they’re a manifesto for what modern living should feel like.

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If you’ve dived into indoor gardening recently, you’re probably no stranger to the endless parade of pots and planters on the market. From starkly minimalist ceramics to high-tech self-watering planters, there’s no shortage of options for every plant lover. Still, so many of these designs play it safe, focusing on pure function or understated looks. Sometimes, your green space just needs a little extra lift-off.

That’s where the RocketPot comes in, ready to propel your plant collection to new heights, literally and figuratively. This rocket-inspired plant pot is all about personality, standing out with a retro-futuristic design that looks straight out of a sci-fi adventure. With RocketPot, your favorite succulent graduates from being a houseplant into a brave explorer, charting new territory from your windowsill or desk.

Designer: HpInvent

The pot’s playful design starts with its three-legged base, giving the whole piece a stable yet dynamic, ready-for-launch stance. The “capsule” top sits right above the “engine” module, so watering, cleaning, and repotting are easier than ever. This two-part construction means you can care for your plants without fuss or mess, and the removable design adds to the fun of assembling your own tiny rocket.

RocketPot doesn’t skimp on the details, either. Look closely and you’ll spot vent-like grooves and sleek, fin-shaped legs—clear nods to classic sci-fi rockets from your favorite movies or cartoons. These touches turn the planter into a little work of art, perfect for anyone who wants their decor to tell a playful story.

Of course, it’s not all about looks. The base includes a well-designed drainage tray, featuring a starburst pattern that keeps roots healthy and your shelves dry. Whether you’re nurturing herbs, succulents, or small leafy plants, RocketPot is available in several sizes to suit any greenery you want to launch into your indoor universe.

For plant fans with a love of space, design, or just a good sense of humor, RocketPot lets you show off your love for growing things in the most imaginative way. It transforms the humble plant pot into a little mission to spark joy, creativity, and maybe even a few conversations whenever friends come over. With RocketPot, your indoor garden can finally reach for the stars, figuratively only, of course.

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The light cuts low across a gravel turnout. Campfire smoke folds into golden haze as someone rinses salt from their face using water from a steel bottle balanced on the Slate’s tailgate. There are no badge glints, no chrome reflections, just flat surfaces the color of dry cement. On paper, it’s a pickup, but in this moment, it’s a bench, a kitchen, a gear table. And in the hush between waves crashing beyond the trees, the silence of its electric heart feels right. No idling hum. No waste heat. Just stillness with a charge port.

Designer: Slate Auto

Slate doesn’t chase power fantasies or luxury posturing. It arrives stripped to the bone. And that’s where the possibilities begin.

Brutal Simplicity, Measured Lines

Compact without apology, the Slate Truck shrinks the bloated dimensions we’ve come to expect from American pickups. The form is a composition of right angles and practical intentions. Short overhangs place it confidently over rough terrain or tight alleys, while chamfered corners break the light in subtle shifts. It’s not trying to be aggressive. It’s trying to be adaptable.

The face is cartoon-clear: round headlights, blocky panels, and a plastic bumper that isn’t pretending to be more. There’s an openness in its expression, one that doesn’t feel defensive. Flared arches hold steel wheels that sit proud and unpolished, the kind that look better with dust caked in their edges.

Where metal would ripple, Slate’s polypropylene skin stays consistent. This choice isn’t about pretending to be premium. It’s about honesty. Every panel has a matte tactility, impervious to light scratches and ready to wear stories like a well-loved duffel. The rear window tilts open like a wink, inviting airflow or a tailgate nap. You can sense how it was built to be used, not curated.

Inside the Absence

Slide into the cabin, and you don’t feel overwhelmed. No stitched leather, no backlit glass panels or screens posing as dashboards. Instead, there’s space. A flat dash stretches wide with analog restraint. The HVAC knobs click with a purpose you can feel in your fingers. The digital gauge cluster is more tool than trophy, and your phone slots in as the interface you already trust.

Door panels are fabric-wrapped where it counts, and the seats wear a heathered textile that speaks softly about dirt, wear, and long drives home from muddy trailheads. There are no power windows here. A crank begs to be spun. It’s familiar and oddly satisfying, like the click of a cassette tape.

Nothing inside tries to impress. Everything tries to work. That clarity brings a different kind of luxury, the kind that comes from knowing what you need and nothing more.

What Plastic Can Feel Like

Touch the body and you’ll find texture with grip. These are not panels polished to a mirror’s edge, but material meant to live outside. It resists fingerprints, shrugs off the path of brambles, and welcomes vinyl wraps like a sketchbook welcomes ink. The base gray isn’t neutral. It’s an invitation.

Each panel is molded rather than stamped. You feel it in the consistency, in the uniform depth and durability. Even the surface noise is different. Tap it and the tone is softer, less metallic, more muted. Less armor, more shell.

Climate knobs are chunky, with a resistance that slows the motion of your wrist. They were made to be turned by gloved hands or wet fingers. The glovebox opens with a slide, not a latch, and swallows bulky objects without complaint. When everything is optional, function becomes the first aesthetic.

A Cabin Tuned for Nature

With no drivetrain rattle and no exhaust drone, you hear things you’ve forgotten in modern cars. The slap of branches. Wind threading through side mirrors. A bird call in stereo. Even the thud of gear hitting the bed feels closer, like it belongs to the vehicle instead of bouncing off it.

The Slate invites you to drive with the windows down, even if you crank them manually. There’s something pure about hearing tires chew gravel without a soundproofed filter. Something intimate about a truck that doesn’t isolate you from the places you’ve gone to find.

Visibility comes not from augmented mirrors or surround-view stitching, but from clean lines and thin pillars. The proportions are honest. The roofline doesn’t droop. The tail doesn’t puff out. You see where it ends because it’s shaped to be seen.

Function You Can Touch

The Slate’s most radical idea isn’t its electric drivetrain or price point. It’s the idea that the vehicle changes as you do. Accessories aren’t bolt-on flair. They’re choices that reflect what you need today and leave space for tomorrow.

A flat-pack SUV kit adds seats, safety hardware, and a fiberglass roof that slots into place with purpose. Want a camper one year and a grocery hauler the next? It’s not a new car, it’s a new configuration. Roof racks and rear carriers clip on without begging for bodywork. Wraps apply like stickers, not paint jobs.

Even the dashboard becomes a canvas. Decorative vents accept clip-on charms, Slatelets, they call them, that mark ownership with whimsy. Like a charm bracelet if charm bracelets came in truck form.

A Different Way Forward

Slate doesn’t preach sustainability through reclaimed materials or carbon offsets. It does it through reduction. Through choosing what doesn’t need to exist. No leather. No built-in speakers you’ll replace anyway. No touchscreen growing obsolete before the battery does.

The idea isn’t to innovate through excess. It’s to invite users back into the making. You can feel it in every crank, every exposed screw, every option skipped. This isn’t minimalism as style. It’s mechanical clarity.

What would happen if the next generation of cars weren’t about computing power or aggressive profiles, but about modularity, ease of repair, and ownership that grows with you? The Slate doesn’t answer that question. It lets you live into it.

And maybe that’s the future worth parking next to a cliffside, listening to the wind press through the conifers, while your board dries in the sun.

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The romance of the flip phone has never quite faded for those who value a touch of nostalgia and sophistication. With the resurgence of foldable phones, the clamshell silhouette has returned, not just as a nod to the past but as a canvas for bold innovation and high style. For the fashion-minded, the latest Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 promises a marriage of cutting-edge tech with opulent materials.

Motorola’s newest foldable is making waves for more than its flexible screen or sleek hardware. The Razr Ultra 2025, also known as the Razr 60 Ultra in certain regions, reimagines the iconic flip phone as a bona fide fashion accessory. Rather than relying on aftermarket cases for personality, Motorola has opted for materials and textures that turn the phone itself into a statement piece right out of the box.

Designer: Motorola

This year’s Razr Ultra arrives in four distinct Pantone-validated finishes, each one offering its own tactile and visual allure. For those drawn to understated elegance, PANTONE Scarab wraps the phone in Alcantara, a fabric beloved by designers for its refined softness and subtle sheen. PANTONE Mountain Trail delivers a natural twist, featuring FSC-certified wood that gives the device an organic warmth and a one-of-a-kind grain pattern.

For those who prefer a pop of color, PANTONE Rio Red is inspired by the classic luxury of leather, while PANTONE Cabaret boasts a silky, satin-like surface that perfectly captures the energy of its name. Each variant is crafted to turn heads, inviting touch and admiration, and offering a level of personal expression rarely seen in mobile devices.

Underneath the refined exterior, the Razr Ultra 2025 doesn’t miss a beat in performance. It runs on the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, promising smooth multitasking and lightning-fast responsiveness. The hinge mechanism has been upgraded as well, now constructed from titanium rather than stainless steel, enhancing both strength and longevity. An IP48 rating offers some reassurance against splashes, though keeping out dust remains a challenge for most foldables.

Priced at $1,299, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 is aimed squarely at those who see their phone as an essential part of their personal style. It stands shoulder to shoulder with luxury flagships like Samsung’s Galaxy Ultra, unapologetically premium and unabashedly fashionable. For anyone who believes that technology should be as beautiful as it is powerful, this Razr is ready to be shown off as the accessory of the season.

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Si vous faites partie des 97% de dev à grosses lunettes qui utilisent des assistants IA comme GitHub Copilot, Windsurf ou Cursor, ce que vous allez lire va probablement flinguer votre journée…

Et oui parce que si vous pensiez que votre assistant IA préféré était votre meilleur atout pour coder, sachez que des chercheurs en sécurité viennent de découvrir qu’en réalité, tous ces outils pourraient se comporter en cheval de Troie placé directement dans votre IDE. Et le plus flippant c’est que vous ne verriez absolument rien venir, même en scrutant le code ligne par ligne.

Même si ça n’embête pas grand monde, les dashcams restent problématiques parce que quelqu’un pourrait avoir des images de vous au volant de votre Fiat Punto, avec votre maitresse sur le siège passager… Ou encore déambulant complètement saoule et à moitié nu dans les rues de Pau, ce qui vous empêcherait, peut-être un jour d’être ministre… Quoique…

Mais je trouve que ça apporte quand même un gros avantage en cas d’accident pour lever le doute sur certaines situations complexes surtout quand on voit le nombre de Volkswagens, euuuh pardon, de chauffards en exercice sur nos routes nationales.

What we know about robots and how they are created is constantly evolving as we see scientists draw inspiration from the natural world to create innovative and efficient machines. The latest marvel to emerge from this fascinating intersection is a small, agile robot that forgoes traditional locomotion in favor of a wing-assisted hopping mechanism. Developed by a collaborative team of scientists from MIT, the University of Hong Kong, and the City University of Hong Kong, this tiny bot is demonstrating a unique approach to movement.

Designer: MIT

This remarkable creation, standing just over 5 centimeters tall and weighing less than a single gram, utilizes a vertically oriented, spring-loaded carbon fiber rod as its primary means of propulsion. Functioning like a miniature pogo stick, this leg compresses upon impact with the ground, storing energy that is then released to launch the robot into the air. However, what truly sets this robot apart is its integration of four insect-inspired flapping wings, powered by electrically activated artificial muscles. These wings aren’t designed for sustained flight in the traditional sense. Instead, they play a crucial role in augmenting the robot’s leaps, providing additional lift and enabling it to achieve impressive heights of up to 20 centimeters. Furthermore, these wing movements contribute to its lateral agility, allowing it to traverse distances of up to 30 centimeters per second.

This novel approach offers a potential advantage in terms of energy efficiency compared to traditional flying robots. By primarily relying on the spring-loaded leg for vertical movement and utilizing the wings for assistance and stability, the robot can potentially operate for longer durations on a limited power supply. Currently, this groundbreaking robot is tethered to an external power source and relies on an external motion-tracking system for guidance. This suggests that it is still in the experimental phase, with future development likely focused on miniaturizing the power source and integrating onboard control systems for autonomous operation. The concept of combining hopping and wing assistance is not entirely new in the realm of bio-inspired robotics. Researchers have previously explored similar ideas, such as the “Hopcopter” developed by the City University of Hong Kong and The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, which combined a commercially available quadcopter with a spring-loaded hopping leg for efficient ground traversal. Similarly, researchers at Stanford University developed a “jumpglider” that used a spring for takeoff and pivoting wings for gliding, showcasing the potential of combining different modes of locomotion.

This latest winged hopping robot represents another significant step forward in this field. Its lightweight design and impressive agility open up possibilities for various applications, such as exploration in confined spaces, environmental monitoring, or even search and rescue operations in complex terrains where traditional robots might struggle. As research progresses and the technology matures, we can anticipate seeing more robots that cleverly combine different forms of movement to achieve greater efficiency and versatility, taking inspiration from the incredible adaptability found in the natural world. This little hopping robot with wings might just be the herald of a new era in robotic locomotion.

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Workout gear often starts with ambition and ends in dust. That pull-up bar you bought with every intention of sculpting your upper body? It’s now holding three jackets, a tote bag, and last week’s laundry. Instead of ignoring this all-too-common evolution, RAK embraces it by design.

RAK isn’t trying to hide the fact that home gym gear often becomes a glorified hanger. Instead, it leans into the reality and transforms it into a strength. This hybrid training system functions as both a pull-up bar and clothing rack, designed to support your workouts and your wardrobe.

Designer: Hyunbin Seo and Samsung Design Membership

Need to exercise? Just slide the clothes aside. When you’re done, shift them back into place. No guilt, no clutter – just a product that moves with your rhythm.

Most exercise equipment announces its presence with bulky frames and an aggressive design language. RAK takes a different path. Its form is minimal, its silhouette clean. The width is calculated for maximum workout efficiency without interrupting your room’s flow.

When it’s not in use, it fades naturally into your space, like it belongs there.

Hidden at the core of RAK is a clever motion sensor that quietly counts your reps. No apps, no wearables, no setup. It measures movement directly from the equipment itself, delivering accuracy that wrist-based trackers often miss. It’s smart without being needy.

Whether you’re perfecting your pull-up form or checking your posture, RAK adapts to your needs. Its central module allows attachments, dip bars, mirrors, and more, giving you full control over how it functions and how it looks. It’s not just about exercise; it’s about creating a space that reflects you.

RAK takes the pain out of setup. With a reduced number of parts and a straightforward joining system, it’s ready to go in no time. But don’t let the simplicity fool you, this thing is solid. Thanks to a steel plate at its base, RAK remains steady even under pressure.

Performance tests showed that it could handle 150kg, with only 14mm of deformation and a safety factor of 6.14, well beyond industry norms. Translation: it’s more than strong enough to support real workouts, day after day.

RAK didn’t start as a concept, it started as a problem. The creator, tired of clunky home gear, measured their own equipment, studied how clothes naturally hung on it, and reverse-engineered a better solution. That practical origin lives on in every design decision, from dimensions to material choice.

Forget oversized packages filled with endless bolts. RAK arrives in a single, sleek box, thoughtfully packed for both safety and style. The branding and unboxing experience align with the product’s mission: to reimagine fitness as something that fits into your life, not the other way around. It respects your space, adapts to your habits, and supports your goals, without trying to take over your home. Whether you’re mid-routine or mid-laundry day, it’s ready. One product, endless possibilities.

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Bali. The name alone conjures images of verdant rice paddies, ancient temples, and a spiritual calm that feels almost mythical, perhaps even a touch overplayed in travel brochures. Yet, capturing that elusive essence in architecture, particularly for hotels, remains a profound challenge. Too often, concrete structures land like disconnected objects, disrupting the very tranquility visitors chase. It forces us to ask: how do you build in Bali, harmonizing with its spirit, rather than just building on its land?

Archigods, an Indonesian firm deeply familiar with this context, offers a compelling response. Their concept for a boutique hotel isn’t about imposing scale but fostering a gentle embrace of the landscape. Named the “Blooming Ring,” the design envisions a circular structure cradling a central oasis – a literal sanctuary within a sanctuary. It feels less like an imposing building and more like an organic landform emerging naturally from the earth, whispering integration rather than shouting arrival.

Designer: Archigods

The circular layout is pivotal – Think ancient enclosures or communal gathering spaces; the form inherently turns inward, focusing energy and attention on the lush courtyard. This central space, planned with local flora and calming water features, becomes the hotel’s vibrant, green heart. Guest rooms radiate outwards, offering privacy, yet the core experience constantly pulls you back to this shared, protected haven, fostering a subtle sense of community amidst personal retreat.

Forget predictable smooth render or ubiquitous timber cladding. Archigods proposes embedding crushed pistachio shells within the facade’s plaster. Yes, actual pistachio shells. It’s a wonderfully quirky bit of material alchemy, turning food waste into architectural texture. Imagine the subtle, variegated surface catching the tropical light – tactile, unexpected, and deeply earthy, a far cry from sterile perfection.

This textural innovation sits alongside locally sourced bamboo and timber, materials intrinsically linked to Balinese building traditions. The pistachio shell facade provides a fascinating counterpoint – familiar natural materials meet clever, sustainable upcycling. It’s a statement about resourcefulness, minimizing environmental impact, and creating a building that truly feels rooted, right down to its unique, shell-flecked skin telling a quiet story of reuse.

The design intent clearly targets wellness and sensory rejuvenation. Movement through the space would likely follow the ring’s gentle curve, revealing constant glimpses of the central garden, reinforcing that connection to nature. Natural light is choreographed to flood interiors, while views are carefully framed towards tranquility. The material palette – those intriguing shells, the warm wood, cool stone – aims to create a tactile journey, contributing to a sense of grounded calm.

This project aligns beautifully with the principles of biophilic design, striving to weave nature seamlessly into the built environment. The Blooming Ring feels like a mature, sensitive application, specifically tuned to the Balinese context. It sidesteps flashy architectural gymnastics, prioritizing experiential richness derived from its embracing form, its careful manipulation of light, and that standout sustainable material choice.

Although conceptual, Archigods’ Blooming Ring presents a potent vision for hospitality design in places demanding deep respect for nature and culture. It champions architecture that doesn’t merely occupy space but actively collaborates with the landscape, using innovative, sustainable materials to enhance the restorative escape Bali promises.

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The only company better than Google at leaking their own phone designs seems to be Carl Pei’s Nothing. After weeks of constant teasing different details of the Phone (3a) and (3a) Pro’s design, they’re back with their latest device from the company’s budget wing, CMF. The CMF Phone 2 is slated to launch on the 28th of this month, but Nothing decided to lift the veil on its design a week in advance, getting its Asia-focused market excited well in time to line up to buy the device. The CMF Phone 2 Pro (yes, the budget line has a Pro variant too) was officially revealed in a video on Twitter (do we still have to call it X?), showcasing two beautiful colorways – white and that eye-catching orange.

The design is a masterclass in iterative evolution. The overall flavor of the phone remains the same, with the plastic body, the customizable backplate, and the knob on the bottom right corner of the back. However, the camera layout gets a revamp, going from a capsule-shaped build to two individual metal rings and one capsule beside them. This confirms all past sources, bringing the camera count of this budget-beast to 3 lenses. Eggs might be expensive, but camera lenses apparently are a dime a dozen!

Designer: CMF by Nothing

While the camera layout hasn’t been particularly new information (we learnt about it more than a month ago), the new design reveals an interesting backplate upgrade. While last year’s model had a single-color backplate, punctuated by the camera layout and the knob at the bottom, the Phone 2 Pro’s design comes with a dual-tone finish. The orange and white variants both showcase an interplay between matte and metallic finishes on the backplate, giving the phone’s blockish form an exciting visual break. As an industrial designer, I absolutely love it – it’s exciting without looking gaudy (like some budget phones and their atrocious holographic shimmering backs). The design is subtle and sophisticated – something that still lets you set yourself apart as design-conscious even in the budget-phone category.

CMF confirmed earlier that the Phone 2 Pro will be powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 7300 Pro, a modest upgrade over the previous 7300. It’s a 6nm SoC built for efficiency and mid-range performance. It’s not flagship power, but it has enough punch to keep up with demanding games and multitasking, and that silky 120Hz display refresh rate CMF teased for battle royale enthusiasts. That detail alone places this phone squarely in the gamer-on-a-budget lane.

The triple camera setup features a 50MP wide sensor, another 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide for those expansive cityscapes and group shots. Early samples teased with the tagline “Built for light, depth and detail” suggest a sensor configuration that leans hard into contrast and sharpness. If the software pipeline holds up, this could be one of the few affordable phones where the telephoto isn’t an afterthought.

One element CMF hasn’t confirmed is whether that dual-tone design will extend to additional colors at launch. If orange and white are just the start, this might be a new wave of expressive hardware. CMF is pushing aesthetic diversity with functional depth—think Playdate meets Android. It feels like the next step for Nothing’s design-forward philosophy: take the playful transparency of the original Nothing Phone and evolve it into modular expressionism.

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