Angkhan/Getty Images Traditionally, data center operators recommend an ambient temperature of 18 to 27 degrees Celsius (about 64 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit) for data center equipment. But in an unexpected surprise, Nvidia’s new 100% liquid-cooled AI data centers operate at a feverish 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit). It may seem counterintuitive, but Nvidia claims that this cooling method represents one of the greatest efficiency advancements in data center history. In Nvidia’s blog post by Josh Parker, Head of Sustainability at Nvidia, it was announced that Nvidia DSX AI factories…
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barmalini/Shutterstock Nuclear power carries both great risks and great benefits, because nuclear meltdowns are rare but potentially catastrophic. However, even though nuclear power is not 100% clean, the plants and reactors themselves do not produce air pollution like burning fossil fuels does. You will often hear both terms used, so it is worth understanding the difference between nuclear reactors and nuclear power plants. Nuclear reactors are the machines that control and contain the process of fission, which involves the use of nuclear chain reactions to produce large amounts of heat…
Israel’s laser defense system – known as Iron Beam – has been operational since 2024 as a ground-based solution to protect the country against aerial drone, missile and mortar attacks. Developed by Israeli defense companies Elbit Systems and Rafael, the 100-kilowatt high-energy laser (HEL) system has made its first operational interceptions during the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, and as proof that this technology works, Ukraine is also testing a similar laser to shoot down drones in its war with Russia. Today, this technology is about to take another step forward, with the…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. One of the surprising trends of 2026 is the return of old-school iPods without official Apple support. The product line remains discontinued after Apple discontinued sales in 2022, and there are no official plans to bring back the media players. After all, every iPhone model also offers access to many music apps, including Apple Music, and modern iPhones can come with a lot more storage than older iPods. Yet, consumers buy used iPods for a variety of reasons. Some people want to disconnect from…
Your home can never be too secure, especially if you have a smart home, so don’t believe the myth that smart homes are difficult to install or maintain. Plus, there are plenty of easy smart home upgrades for beginners. Smart locks are a potential option, but people might wonder if they are more secure than traditional locks. Well, yes and no. At their core, smart locks are just electronic deadbolts. Many have keypads like those seen on high-tech safes in shows and movies, while others can be unlocked with your phone. Some of the…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you already own a travel router or are considering getting one, you can use it in several ways at home. Whether it’s improving network performance or boosting security and privacy, a travel router can be a smart addition to your collection. The problem is that most people only use their travel router on vacation. And a lot of it depends on how travel routers are advertised. They are often marketed as a practical solution to bypass device limits in hotels or improve security…
The low-end iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e will come with 9GB of RAM, compared to 8GB for the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17e, according to supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. In a social media post, Kuo said the 1GB RAM increase would ensure Apple Intelligence features continue to work properly on the pair of devices. The iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and the high-end foldable iPhone Ultra will each have the same 12GB of RAM as the iPhone 17 Pro models, Kuo added. Apple is expected to launch the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone…
Lenscap67/Getty Images Modern smartphones are useful and convenient tools, but they can be rather distracting due to accessing apps, texting, and scrolling online. Older cell phones were just for making calls, sending text messages, providing basic games like Snake, and some could even browse the internet. These included the original BlackBerry phones, which had all the aforementioned features in a sleek black box. BlackBerry phones were designed to be a quick way to check on your professional work while looking pretty cool, but the company became more modern with the…
Stenko Vlad/Shutterstock 3D printing can be more than just a hobby. Depending on how you use your 3D printer, this can be a real financial investment. For example, some people use their 3D printers to make affordable computer accessories that they would otherwise have to purchase at a higher price. Likewise, it is possible to 3D print different types of spare parts that might cost more to purchase directly. Of course, when printing replacement parts, you must use your best judgment. For example, unless you have the relevant experience and…
Arthit_longwilai/Getty Images If you want to start or build a smart home, you’ve probably faced one of the first dilemmas: choosing between smart switches and smart bulbs. They both work the same way, but the decision can be confusing because although the technologies look similar, they solve different problems. Ultimately, the distinction is important if you want to avoid common mistakes when upgrading your smart home. Smart switches are usually a good choice for anyone looking to change the main lighting or ceiling lights, as they can keep your electrical…