The Importance of Furnace and Air Duct Cleaning in Hot Weather
- Regular service is essential to prevent water accumulation and leakage in furnaces.
- A comprehensive system clean-up, including a drain line check, should follow every service.
- Blockage due to dirt and debris could cause furnace leakage.
The Impact of EV Growth on Fuel Tax and Road Repair Revenue
- Reduced fuel tax from increasing EV use leads to less funding for road repairs.
- To compensate, Oregon, Utah, and Virginia are exploring road usage charges.
- There’s a projected $67 billion gap by 2050 due to dwindling fuel tax.
- Detroit is testing a unique tax based on the use of electrified roads.
Startup ‘Nothing’ Brings Fresh Approach to Smartphone Market
- ‘Nothing’ introduces an innovative design with transparent casing and LED lights.
- The company’s second phone, ‘phone2’, aims to simplify the smartphone experience by removing unnecessary features.
- Their focus is on essential apps, targeting a reduction in smartphone addiction.
Nokia’s G42 5G Phone Features DIY Replaceable Components
- Nokia’s new phone allows users to replace parts, including the screen, battery, and charging port.
- This aligns with the recent EU requirement for user-replaceable phone batteries.
OpenAI Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Data Procurement
- OpenAI is accused of not obtaining proper consent to build its database.
- The lawsuit brings up significant questions about the usage and public nature of online data.
ChatGPT Becomes an AI Instructor at Harvard University
- Harvard University integrates AI in its coding program, using GPT4 as a teaching tool.
- The AI chatbot will handle teaching, testing, and assessment of students in coding.
Multi-Arm Wearable Device Explores Social Interaction
- The University of Tokyo develops a wearable device allowing control over multiple robotic limbs.
- Designed for enhanced productivity, the device’s limbs can be interchanged as needed.
The Color Blue Shortens OLED Display Lifespan
- The blue color in OLED displays has a shorter lifespan compared to other colors, reducing overall display life.
- A complete color range in OLED displays can only be achieved with the inclusion of blue diodes.
Robotic ‘Laser Death Ray’ Revolutionizes Weed Control in Agriculture
- Carbon Robotics’ autonomous system uses lasers to efficiently kill weeds.
- The technology avoids harmful chemicals and operates faster than traditional human weed removal methods.
Flying Car Gets Approval from Federal Aviation Authority
- ALEF’s ‘Model A’ flying car has received full approval in the US.
- The vehicle operates with eight rotating blades for vertical lift-off and horizontal flight.