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A simple prompt tweak can dramatically improve AI image quality
Adding a single instruction to your AI image prompts can produce sharper, more accurate results across models like ChatGPT and Gemini.

Why a DIY Robot Using Air Muscles Could Reshape Soft Robotics
A hobbyist-built bipedal robot uses pneumatic artificial muscles instead of motors, demonstrating a lighter, safer and more compliant walking motion that could inspire future soft robotics designs.

Why AI Companies Are Ditching Modern Fonts for Classic Serifs
AI firms like OpenAI and Anthropic are adopting serif fonts to appear more trustworthy. Critics argue the trend is superficial and formulaic.

Browser-Based Tool Renders Office Documents With Pixel-Level Accuracy
Ooxml is an open-source JavaScript library that renders Office documents with pixel-perfect accuracy directly in the browser, solving cross-platform formatting issues for knowledge workers.

Startups bet on getting people offline with games and DIY computers
Startups like Board and cyberdeck creators are gaining traction by promoting offline activities and DIY computing.

PostgreSQL 19 to Introduce Long-Awaited Query Hints Feature
PostgreSQL 19 plans to add query hints, a feature that helps developers optimize slow database queries. This marks a significant shift for a project that long resisted the capability.

Lithium-Ion Battery Fires Are Rising: How to Stay Safe
Lithium-ion battery fires are increasing in homes and workplaces. An expert explains the risks and what you need to do.

Netgear Accuses TP-Link of Misleading Customers With American Company Image
Netgear countersues TP-Link, claiming its rival falsely advertises itself as an American company. The legal battle highlights deceptive branding tactics in the networking industry.

US Crackdown on Anthropic Models Highlights Looming AI Security Crisis
The US government targets Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 over hacking capabilities, underscoring the inevitability of dangerous AI.

Bias in Text-to-Image Models Raises Urgent Questions for AI Ethics
A new analysis reveals persistent racial and gender biases in popular text-to-image AI models. The findings underscore the need for more rigorous fairness testing before deployment.

Figma Adds AI Motion Graphics and Shader Tools to Design Canvas
Figma unveiled AI-powered motion graphics and shader tools at Config 2026, expanding its design canvas for full-stack development with new coding layers.

Klipsch Ownership and Manufacturing: A Legacy Brand's Global Evolution
Klipsch, the iconic audio brand born in an Arkansas tin shed, is now owned by Voxx International. Its speakers are made in the US and China, reflecting broader shifts in premium audio production.

Nimble Power Bank Splits In Half to Share a Charge with Friends
Nimble launches a power bank that detaches into two halves, allowing one device to charge two phones at once via USB-C.

How Thermal Cameras Uncover Hidden Home Problems Early
Thermal cameras help homeowners spot invisible issues like leaks and electrical faults. Early detection can save thousands in repairs and energy costs.

The Hidden Costs of Holding Onto Obsolete Technology
Holding onto old tech devices poses security risks and environmental harm. Experts urge consumers to discard outdated hardware like DVD players and old smartphones.

Battery Packs: The Trade-Offs Consumers Rarely Consider
Battery packs offer convenience but face capacity, longevity and environmental drawbacks. Understanding these trade-offs helps consumers make informed choices.