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But this judgment seems premature. Most commentary focuses onChinese strengthsin EV technology and production, or the size of Chinas EV market. In other words, even if China gets good at making EVs, will EVs be good for China? The EV is a clear example of an emergingindustrial revolution: one that combineslow-carbonand digital technology. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Historical comparisons can help us understand what is at stake here....

TMTG had said that in the initial phase, people willlog-in to the web connection on an invite-only basis. It had also promised a November 2021 launch for the service, but it clearly missed the deadline. Will the social internet be available on the web? Are there any moderation policies in place? All that said, Trump has successfully raised money for his company. Now, this platform could be his new megaphone....

2022 is shaping up to be the best year to buy a new laptop in recent memory. 40% off TNW Conference! Intel had a near-monopoly in the CPU market. In 2022, things are looking very different. And crucially, its not just about raw power; its about efficiency too. Also tagged with

Set the scene 40% off TNW Conference! You should also avoid sitting on a sofa or bed as this doesnt seem very professional. Complete a speed test Poor internet = a bad interview experience for everyone. They will be happy to oblige and it will give you some peace of mind. you might also test your connection through a simple Google search for Internet speed test. And, remember, you want to look at the upload, not the download speed....

Last year, I wrotethis piece about all the CES gadgets I NEEDED. Foolishly, I thought Id visit the mega-show (or any other events) in 2022. But here I am, sitting in my home, and facing another lockdown. Now Ill be spending more time indoors, theres only one thing thatll soothe me: gadgets. This year, Im picking a slightly more affordable product from the company:PerfectFill. This new offering can fill (or drain) your bathtub with just a voice command....

No, Apple isnt bringing back the Touchbar. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Hopefully, this one is too. So what can possibly justify these changes? Simple: they free up more room for performance. Also tagged with

At CES 2022, Cadillacrevealedthe third car in its Halo Concept Portfolio of vehicles, the InnerSpace. Im excited about the InnerSpace concept car because it looks like a fucking spaceship. Lets feast our ground control eyes on theseMajor Tomimages: 40% off TNW Conference! Look at that panoramic glass roof. Just imagine staring at the sky during nighttime driving. And Im not at all freaked out how it looks like the offspring of a frog and a Ferrari....

Plus, it mostly works with only phones and tablets. Google is now introducing auto-switching between devices based on context. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. This sounds great, and Id love to see it in action. Hopefully, this works for quickly switching sources between Chromebook, tablet, TV, and phone. Chromecast everywhere I am mad at Google for not releasingthe new remote-enabled Chromecastin India. That thing couldve been a lifesaver at house parties when EVERYONE wants to play their favorite tracks....

Ive been lucky enough to take regular vacations throughout my five-year freelance career. Of course, actually unplugging from my work while Im on vacation is another story. We can get into whether a working vacation meets the definition of vacation at all another time. But its hard to fully unplug and unwind as a freelance business owner. And what if I never get another assignment again? What if I lose my momentum?...

Not everybody hates looking at themselves on ZoomproclaimsWSU Insiders Sara Zaske. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Their article referencesrecent researchfrom Washington State University associate professor Kristine Kuhn. Kuhns work recognizes that individual results may vary, but its interesting to note the general divide. Whether or not youre comfortable on a Zoom call isnt necessarily a good indicator of employee value or productivity. If you, for example, are a news anchor, it might be a big deal....

When I build a chair, I almost always make the same mistake. But then I never build another one, and Im stuck with the first version of my chair. The first time you assemble an Ikea closet, it all fits snugly. Now imagine needing an operation, and the hospital gives you a choice between two surgeons. One is young, and the older is old. Which one do you pick? It’s free, every week, in your inbox....

Pirates around the world are in mourning after the death of one of their idols: Popcorn Time. At least, so it would seem to visitors ofpopcorn-time.tw. A message was this week posted to the website, emblazoned with the letters R.I.P. Alongside the fatal abbreviation was a macabre revamp of the services iconic logo. Viewers may have now moved on to otherstreamingservices, but Popcorn Time had countless fans in its heyday....

This year, weve had a shorter and more compact version of CES. There are fewer brands on the floor and even fewer visitors. Personally, my favorite parts of the show have been in-car product offerings (with one notable exception). So lets take a look at the CES auto innovations that have blown me away. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. It further supports driver identification and other driver monitoring features like detecting drowsiness, impairment, and distraction....