This weekend’s scheduled Blue Origin rocket launch is rather momentous. Success would signal an end to SpaceX’s monopoly on reusable orbital launch vehicles, and set up a three-way race to make that “No Service” indicator on your phone disappear forever. On Sunday morning, Jeff Bezos’ massive New Glenn rocket is scheduled to launch with the […]
California’s Project Nexus faces obstacles from weather factors and, naturally, the inevitability of nighttime. This situation has consistently vexed advocates for solar energy as a substitute for fossil fuels. However, the Japanese firm Shimizu is championing a distinctive approach to supplying continuous, high-quality solar energy for the entire globe.
Per the information on Shimizu’s site, the proposal involves constructing a band of solar cells that would encircle the moon’s equator. This band would stretch approximately 11,000 kilometers in length and vary from a few kilometers to 400 kilometers in width. The concept of transmitting solar energy from the moon is aptly named the Luna Ring.
Operating in perpetual sunlight, Shimizu’s solar cells could potentially generate 13,000 terawatts. For context, the global demand currently stands at 18–20 terawatts of consistent power. This indicates that the lunar ring could significantly diminish the reliance on fossil and nuclear fuel for energy production.
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As stated on the Shimizu website, the Luna Ring concept remains in the development phase. It is a multifaceted initiative. The initial phase would necessitate the involvement of both humans and automated systems on the moon’s surface. Indeed, lunar robots are currently being developed, supported by NASA funding.
The construction process would utilize lunar materials such as moon soil alongside hydrogen sourced from Earth. By using these resources, it would be feasible to produce the components necessary for the solar cells. Luckily, water—a crucial element for the initiative—is already present on the moon.
A significant portion of the robotic operation would be overseen from
**Stan Ng Announces His Retirement After More Than Thirty Years at Apple**
Stan Ng, a significant player in Apple’s product marketing, has revealed his retirement following an impressive 31-year tenure with the organization. His exit signifies a major transition within Apple’s leadership, especially in its health and home product sectors.
**Career Milestones**
Ng commenced his career at Apple in 1995 as a senior system engineer. Throughout the years, he moved into various product roles, aiding in the marketing of legendary products such as the Mac, iPod, iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. In 2021, he broadened his duties to encompass Apple’s home initiatives, demonstrating his adaptability and leadership within the firm.
In an emotional farewell shared on LinkedIn, Ng reminisced about his journey at Apple while enjoying U2’s “It’s a Beautiful Day.” He conveyed his appreciation for the experiences and opportunities he gained during his career.
**Executive Exits at Apple**
Ng’s retirement is part of a larger pattern of executive changes at Apple. Recently, several long-term leaders have departed, including ex-COO Jeff Williams, design head Alan Dye, and environmental and policy chief Lisa Jackson. The exit of AI chief John Giannandrea further underscores the ongoing evolution within Apple’s executive ranks.
These developments occur amidst a reorganization of Apple’s health initiatives, which have recently been realigned under Eddy Cue. This change follows Williams’ retirement and coincides with the impending retirement of Jay Blahnik, leader of Fitness+, who has played a crucial role in shaping Apple’s fitness strategy over the last decade.
**Prospective Leadership**
In the wake of Ng’s retirement, Erik Treski, Apple’s global product marketing executive for AirPods and Home, will take on some of Ng’s roles. However, the reassignment of Ng’s other responsibilities remains unclear, raising questions regarding the future trajectory of Apple’s health and home products.
As Apple goes through this transitional period, the company is likely to continue refining its product strategies and leadership framework, striving to uphold its status as a frontrunner in technology and innovation.
### Four iPhone 18 Pro Colors Unveiled
New speculations have emerged concerning Apple’s intentions for the color variations of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. A report from Macworld, citing a source with knowledge of Apple’s supply chain, indicates that four new hues are currently in development for this year’s releases.
#### The Color Palette
1. **Light Blue (Pantone 2121)**
– This shade is anticipated to mirror the present mist blue of the standard iPhone 17.
2. **Dark Cherry (Pantone 6076)**
– Characterized as a “rich wine-like red,” this tone is meant to be more subdued compared to brighter reds, avoiding a lively “fruit punch” look.
3. **Silver (Pantone 427C)**
– Comparable to the silver and white finish of the iPhone 17 Pro, this timeless color choice remains a fundamental part of Apple’s selection.
4. **Dark Gray (Pantone 426C)**
– This hue brings a sophisticated, contemporary flair to the iPhone 18 Pro’s design.
The report also suggests that Apple may phase out the well-liked cosmic orange color option from the iPhone 18 Pro range. Even though it has garnered popularity, the transition to these new shades indicates a fresh approach for the forthcoming models.
#### Design Modifications
Alongside the new hues, the iPhone 18 Pro is predicted to showcase design modifications that include:
– A smaller Dynamic Island cutout.
– A minimized space between the glass cutout on the rear and the camera elevation.
These design revisions are aimed at enhancing the overall appearance of the device while preserving a recognizable profile.
#### Conclusion
Apple is expected to reveal the iPhone 18 Pro in September, together with its inaugural foldable iPhone. As the company progresses in innovation, the speculated color choices and design alterations highlight its dedication to advancing its flagship products. Whether these new colors will appeal to consumers is yet to be determined, but they certainly offer an intriguing possibility for the impending launch.
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Boardcon Tiny1126B shrinks the company’s MINI1126B-P Rockchip RV1126B system-on-module (SoM) from 38x30mm to 34x30mm, targeting even more compact AI vision systems such as smart cameras, smart door locks, inspection cameras, cleaning/logistics robots, DMS (Driver Monitoring Systems), BSD (Blind Spot Detection) solutions, and smart displays. Despite its smaller size, the Tiny1126B features two 0.4mm pitch 100-pin connectors, instead of two 0.5mm pitch 80-pin connectors for its predecessors, offering even more I/Os. It’s notably gaining a USB 3.0 DRD (Dual-Role Device) interface, an extra SDMMC interface, one additional SPI and I2C interfaces, Fast Ethernet, and more. The rest of the specifications, including memory capacity (up to 4GB LPDDR5) and storage (up to 256GB eMMC flash), remain the same. Boardcon Tiny1126B system-on-module Boardcon Tiny1126B specifications: SoC â Rockchip RV1126B CPU â Quad-core Arm Cortex-A53 up to 1.6 GHz with 32KB L1 I-Cache and 32KB L1 D-Cache, unified 512KB L2 Cache GPU â 2D […]
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