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After a month and a half of controversy, NASA will publish the 3I/ATLAS photos it took from Mars

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It’s been the hottest topic of conversation in ufology circles for the past six weeks. While 3I/ATLAS, the third known interstellar object, crossed our solar system, NASA kept receiving the same question: where are the photos of its passage through Mars? Here are the damn photos. After 47 days of silence, the US space agency has confirmed that it will make public the 3I/ATLAS images and all the data collected by the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter probe during its approach to Mars in early October. will do it through press conference on Wednesday, November 19, at 3:00 PM EST (9:00 PM PST). The event will be attended by heavyweights such as Nicky Fox (Associate Administrator of NASA’s Science Mission Directorate) and will be broadcast online on the NASA+ channel. A little context. Between October 2 and 3, the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS passed within about 29 million kilometers of Mars. At that time, NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter and its powerful HiRISE camera had a golden opportunity: observe the object from a unique lateral angle, impossible to achieve from Earth. However, the images never appeared, and Avi Loeb soon raised his voice. The controversial Harvard cosmologist argues that there are enough anomalies in 3I/ATLAS to consider the possibility that it is an artificial alien object“possibly hostile.” Loeb accused NASA of withholding “extremely scientifically valuable” images, and managed to involve a Republican congresswoman to demand their release. The reason for the wait. It was not a kidnapping, but one of the many consequences of the US government shutdown, which kept 83% of the NASA staff suspended from employment and pay between October 1 and November 13. In fact, the position of NASA and counterparts like the European Space Agency regarding 3I/ATLAS is absolutely calm. The agencies maintain that 3I/ATLAS is a comet. Its observations with the Hubble and James Webb telescopes suggest that it is an icy body between 440 meters and 5.6 kilometers with an active coma. And his behavior, including non-gravitational acceleration As it passes through the Sun, it is a natural effect of the sublimation of ice when heated. What can we expect? The side view of the comet will be crucial to understanding the geometry of the comet’s gas and dust jets, and ruling out the exotic theory that they are artificial propellants. In any case, they will not be the last images we see of 3I/ATLAS. The European probe Juice is observing the object, but the data will take months to arrive due to the position of the spacecraft relative to the Sun. 3I/ATLAS will pass its closest point to Earth, about 270 million kilometers, on December 19, 2025. For now, the scoreboard is: Bureaucracy 1 – Science 0. In Xataka | It went from a supposed alien ship to definitely a comet. Now 3I/ATLAS surprises again with another possibility

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It is difficult to talk about the Omoda 5 without mentioning two basic aspects. The first, its price. The second, its reception in the market. With this first incentive as its flag and to continue pushing in the second aspect, the Omoda 5 adds a hybrid alternative that aspires to be one of the great references for those looking for an electric hybrid at a reasonable price. And it is that he Omoda 5 has lived until now with an exclusively gasoline version. Despite this, registrations are being good, with more than 8,000 units sold so far this year, which places it above rivals such as the Seat Ateca (5,262 units so far this year) and which can make it aspire to catch up with cars like the Citroën C4 that still surpass it in sales (more than 12,000 units until October). In fact, the company itself has confirmed to us that they expect the hybrid to far surpass the gasoline version in the sales mix. It is no coincidence that the RRP (we will talk about this later) of the hybrid is just 1,500 euros higher than the non-electrified version. Omoda 5 SHS-H technical sheet Omoda 5 BODY TYPE. five-seater SUV MEASUREMENTS AND WEIGHT. 4,373 meters long, 1,824 meters wide, 1,588 meters high. Wheelbase of 2,610 meters and weight of 1,480 kg. TRUNK. 370 liters MAXIMUM POWER. 224 HP WLTP CONSUMPTION. 5.3 l/100 km ENVIRONMENTAL DISTINCTIVE. C, ECO and Zero Emissions DRIVING AIDS (ADAS). Up to 20 ADAS aids, including those required by the European Union and adaptive cruise control with lane centering. 360º HD camera for parking assistance OTHERS. Own software compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, via Bluetooth. Wireless charging for mobile phone. USB type A and C ports for the front and rear seats. Heated and ventilated seats as standard. ELECTRIC HYBRID. Yes, with a 105 kW (143 HP) 1.5 TGDI engine and a 150 kW (204 HP) electric motor. Maximum combined power of 224 HP. Plug-in HYBRID. No. electric Yes. With a 150 kW (204 HP) engine and a 61.05 kW battery to approve 430 km. price and launch Now available: Gasoline version from 22,990 euros. Hybrid version from 23,990 euros (with discount campaign) Electricity from 26,690 euros before aid from the MOVES III Plan. To eat the entry range Until the month of October, Omoda has sold more than 10,000 units in our country. It has done so with three cars on the market and a proposal that is not the most ambitious when it comes to gaining sales. We say this because the Omoda 5 has only been sold with an unelectrified gasoline engine. A technology in clear decline in our market, accumulating 24.54% of sales so far this year compared to 34.97% for hybrids (those that, at least, have an ECO sticker). All according to ANFAC data. In addition, an electric version has been sold that has a high price (from 35,000 euros) for its 61 kWh battery and a Omoda 9 which, although it offers power and equipment superior to that of its rivals, already enters into prices (almost 50,000 euros) where Chinese options have a more difficult time competing. At least until now. The hybrid version is, therefore, a catapult to assault the entry range to this ECO label, increasingly important to enter the center of some cities or receive certain advantages when parking. Especially because it is a electric hybrid and not a mild hybrid. That is, it promises substantial savings compared to a microhybrid that uses a small combustion engine to obtain the ECO sticker but barely saves on consumption. And the first sensations are good. In our first contact we exceeded 100 kilometers in length, most of which were distributed between Madrid’s ring roads and secondary roads. Perhaps there was a lack of urban travel to deal with the regular use of these cars by the target customer, but given the volume of traffic and traffic jams, we can say that we were faced with situations similar to those seen inside a city. Consumption remained below 5l/100 kilometers and in the most congested parts where we drive at a slower pace and regenerative braking works more, we approached 4l/100 km with specific situations below this figure. They are good fuel consumption, on par with hybrid systems such as those from Toyota or Renault. Of course, the way to reach them is very different. The Omoda 5 SHS-H mounts a complex systemwith a 1.5 turbocharged four-cylinder engine that delivers 143 HP. It has a transmission transmission with two electric motors (one acts as a propeller and the other as a generator) that take energy from a 1.83 kWh capacity battery. The goal is for the car to run most of the time with its electric motor. That is, first of all, it is the electric motor that drives the battery and the combustion engine, which works at its optimal speed, acts as an electric generator to always keep the car powered by battery. When both systems operate at full capacity, they generate up to 165 kW (224 HP) and 295 Nm. But the brand already warns that the discharge power of its battery, which can reach 85 kW (114 HP), is only available for 10 seconds and as long as the thermal and battery charging conditions allow it. What does this translate into? The Omoda 5 SHS-H rides very smoothly and silently because, as we say, the combustion engine generally works at optimal load. In fact, its sound is only felt in the cabin when a much higher power delivery is required and, therefore, it is forced to leave that ideal rpm range. Thus, it has some advantages and disadvantages that should be clarified. This smooth rolling is more evident when we accelerate from a standstill and gain speed. Here, we do not notice the presence of the combustion engine and, much less, the “whirly” sound of a Toyota combustion engine and torque converter transmission that … Read more

How to create a trip animation with a plane going from one point to another and showing photos at each destination

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Let’s tell you how to create a video with a travel animationin which you can jump from one point to another, and showing at each destination a photo of that place. This is an animation that you may have seen on social networks, and that you can easily do with an online service. For this, you will be able to use a website called Mult. You can do it all with a free accountalthough as always happens, the website will suggest you become a paying user to be able to export the final video with higher quality or to be able to add more than 10 photos. Create the animation of your trip The first thing you have to do is enter the website of mult.dev. In it, you have to create an account or log in in one of them, something that is totally essential to be able to use the service. You can use your Google, GitHub or Apple accounts, or create an account with an email. Now, go to the option to create a new trip. In it, you will have to add each destination point on the timeline. To do this you can search for the name or coordinates of the point, or directly upload a photo to use the coordinates of its metadata. In the free account the animation will only be shown with a plane to take you from one place to another. However, if you use a paid account you can choose other means of transportation so that the animation is done with them, and also change the route to get from one point to another taking this means into account. The paid Pro version starts at $5.99. When you have added your locations, to the right of each one you have a three-dot button, which displays several options. You can add photosbut also edit the name or change the location. By choosing to upload photos, you can upload them from your computerbut also from files, or even search them on Google Maps or generate them by AI. The free plan allows you to upload up to 10 photos. Once you upload one for a location, select it to add it. As you add photos, they will appear in each location. You can make all the adjustments you want, although you will not be able to see a preview here. And when you have it to your liking press the button Export which you have at the top right. In the export options, you can choose whether you want the video to be square or horizontal and vertical. You can also choose the frames per minute. Here, you can click on the button Preview to see the result and be able to make some changes before. Then, just click on the button Export to download the video and then be able to use it wherever you want. In Xataka Basics | Google Travel: what it is, what you can do with it and how to install it on your mobile

Toyota Hilux (2026): features, photos, date

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toyota has presented the ninth generation of its iconic Hilux pick-upa historic and world-famous vehicle that, for the first time in its almost 60-year history, this legendary all-terrain vehicle will have a 100% electric version. The Japanese company has chosen to place the electric variant as the absolute protagonist of the launch, a decision that reflects the brand’s strategic shift towards electrification. However, it should be noted that this new generation will also accept other engines. Under these lines we tell you everything. A renewed design inspired by the Land Cruiser After a decade with the previous generation, the new Hilux arrives with substantial changes to its image. According to manufacturer, the exterior design was developed under the “resistant and agile” concept, projecting a more imposing presence with new front proportions and slim headlights connected by a central bar that bears the Toyota name in classic style. For the European market, Toyota has made the decision to only offer the double cab body, eliminating other configurations and thus listening to the requests of its customers in the region. As for the interior, it undergoes a complete transformation, with clear influence from the new Land Cruiser. The center console adopts a horizontal design that integrates two 12.3-inch screens: one for the digital instrumentation and the other for the multimedia system. All all-wheel drive and off-road driving controls are grouped centrally for easy access. The electric version stars in the new generation of Hilux The Hilux BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) has two electric motors, one per axle, powered by a 59.2 kWh lithium-ion battery. The front motor develops 205 Nm of torque, while the rear motor reaches 268.6 Nm, providing permanent all-wheel drive. According to preliminary data of Toyota prior to the final homologation, the approximate range is 240 kilometers under the WLTP cycle. This figure, modest compared to other current electric vehicles, may end up being enough for those who use the pickup in rural environments, or for short trips to work. The payload capacity is estimated at around 715 kg, while the towing capacity reaches 1,600 kg. toyota assures that the battery is specially protected against damage and water infiltration, maintaining the same wading depth as the combustion versions. The brand promises “segment-leading” charging capabilities to minimize vehicle downtime, although it has not specified charging powers or whether it will be compatible with direct current fast charging. Microhybridization, combustion and hydrogen on the horizon The Hilux with technology microhybrid 48V, which was already introduced in the current generation during 2025, will surely end up becoming the version with the highest sales volume in Europe. This variant combines a 48V battery located under the rear seats with the 2.8-liter diesel engine, offering a load capacity of up to one ton and towing capacity of 3,500 kg. Its arrival is scheduled for spring 2026. For Eastern European markets, Toyota will maintain internal combustion engines without electrification: the 2.8-liter diesel (which replaces the 2.4-liter) and the 2.7-liter gasoline engine. Toyota has confirmed that a version equipped with hydrogen fuel cellreaffirming the company’s commitment to this technology as a source of clean energy and its commitment to promoting the development of hydrogen infrastructure in Europe. Technology and security This generation incorporates electric power steering for the first time in a Hilux, which according to Toyota offers more direct handling, better maneuverability and less risk of bouncing when driving on uneven terrain. The Toyota T-Mate safety and driving assistance equipment is considerably expanded, including new functions such as low-speed acceleration suppression, emergency stop system and safe exit assistant, among others. In addition, the system will support updates via remote connection. Date and availability The new Toyota Hilux will go on sale in Europe next December, starting with the electric version. The diesel microhybrid, which is expected to be the most in demand here, will arrive in spring 2026. There are still no details on its price, so we will have to wait to learn more information about it. Images | toyota In Xataka | Europe is eager for cheap electric cars. Europe’s solution: copy Japan

If you don’t want to delete photos, videos or files, these cloud storage services can give you extra space

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Horror: you go to take a photo and discover that your mobile phone already has the storage full. There is always the option of deleting applications or files from it, but we don’t always want to get rid of information from our phone. The best solution is to opt for a cloud storage service: They are safe and there are some with very interesting extras. For this reason, we are going to talk to you about some options that may fit you if you are looking for one of these storages. pCloud The first option we bring you is pCloudone that may not be as popular as others on this list, but that works very well. It is a service that we can use on both MacOS, Windows and Linux as well as on mobile phones. In fact, its app allows you to automatically synchronize images or videos to upload them without doing anything else. It also allows you to make backup copies with pCloud and it even has a new photo editor included in all its plans. Another very interesting point about pCloud is the enormous variety of plans and modalities that we have available. The most economical way to get this service is its Premium subscription, which gives 500 GB storage for alone 4.99 euros per month. We can opt, if we prefer, for annual modalities or even for ones that are for life, more economical in the long run. pCloud monthly subscription The price could vary. We earn commission from these links Google Drive Almost all of us, for one reason or another, have a Google account. That is already an argument in favor of us using Google Drivethis company’s cloud storage service. It is a service that is characterized by being secure and very convenient to use, regardless of whether we want to store photos or videos. In addition, it is also perfect if we are looking to have collaborative documents. For free, we have 15 GB that we can use however we want. It is a small figure if we are photography lovers or we usually record video in 4K resolution, so we can get one of their payment plans. In that case, we can have 100 GB storage by 0.49 euros per month (for three months, then it costs 1.99 euros per month). The price could vary. We earn commission from these links Dropbox When looking for cloud storage, it’s impossible not to consider Dropbox. Depending on the plan we choose from all the ones it has, it allows you to restore deleted files (up to 1 year for its Advanced plan). Furthermore, its interface is very fast and easy to use, also allowing you to transfer files up to 100 GB. This service also allows you to choose whether you want annual or monthly billing. Focusing on its prices, the cheapest thing we can hire Dropbox is for 11.99 euros per month. In exchange, we will have 2 TB of storagea figure that is not bad at all. There are also modalities that allow you to share the subscription with other users. The price could vary. We earn commission from these links OneDrive If, in addition to sending photos or videos with your mobile phone, you plan to use the cloud with a Windows PC, OneDrive may interest you. One of its best features is being able to access your files from the same Explorer of this operating system. Besides, integrates with Microsoft 365 to be able to collaboratively edit Word, Excel or PowerPoint documents in real time. This service has a free option, one that only offers 5 GB of cloud storage. If we want more, we have your Microsoft 365 Basic plan available for 20 euros a year, thanks to which we will have 100 GB storage. It is a good option that is also available for iOS and Android. The price could vary. We earn commission from these links iCloud If we have one or more Apple devices at home, then we may be interested in having iCloud with us (although we can also use it with other operating systems). It is a very interesting platform that stands out for offering a simple, minimalist and very intuitive user experience. In addition, it allows you to store backup copies of Apple devices. For free, we only have 5 GB of storage. If we want more, then we should upgrade to one of the iCloud+ plans. The cheapest version that this platform has comes out for 0.99 euros per month and offers in exchange 50GB storage. If we want more, we have two others that offer 200 GB and 2 TB, respectively. The price could vary. We earn commission from these links Some of the links in this article are affiliated and may provide a benefit to Xataka. In case of non-availability, offers may vary. Images | Etienne Girardet on UnsplashpCloud, Dropbox, iCloud, Google Drive, OneDrive In Xataka | How I organize my life in the “cloud”: the platforms and organization methods used by Xataka editors In Xataka | Google One, Dropbox, OneDrive, iCloud and all the options, face to face

How to turn your photos into video game scenarios like Nintendo with Nano Banana

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Let’s tell you how to turn a landscape photo into a video game screen. For example, you can turn a photo into a Super Mario or cell screen, all with a few prompts quite simple that you can use in Gemini, the artificial intelligence from Google. And why in Gemini and not in another AI like ChatGPT? Well, because Google has Free Nano Banana, a photo editing model. This model allows you to make modifications to photos while maintaining the content, and although we have already told you how to use it for photos of yourself, there are also curious things you can do with landscapes. Turn a photo into a video game landscape The first thing you have to do is choose a photo of a landscape or a building to transform. I think the result will always be better if it is a wide photo where not only the building appears, but also the surroundings, so that the video game screen you are going to create has more content. Now, you have to attach the photo to Gemini and add a prompt with the request of what you want to do with it. For example, you can use a prompt like this, but specifying the game you want: “Transform this image into a scene from the Nintendo video game Zelda” Can continue transforming the original photo without having to upload it again. To do this, you will have to continue repeating almost the entire prompt, but mentioning that you are referring to the original photo. For example, you can say, “Now transform the original photo into a scene from the video game Skyrim.” And with this, you can play with your photos and transform them into settings for the video game that you like the most. Don’t be afraid to experiment, and remember that you can ask me to add specific details like a dragon, a dinosaur, or whatever you can think of. In Xataka Basics | Gemini Image Editor: 16 Ways and Tricks to Squeeze Nano-banana with Google’s AI

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BYD has found a golden opportunity with the plug-in hybrid. Aware that electric vehicles are not advancing at the expected pace in Europe and that they have to make a jump in sales on our continent, the DM-i, their well-known plug-in hybrids, seem the best option to expand that customer base. The last to arrive is the BYD Atto 2 DM-i, the plug-in hybrid version of the one that until now It was only sold as an electric car. Its credentials are the same as always: autonomy of over 1,000 kilometers. We do not know its price at the moment but until now BYD has opted to make its cars a clear commitment to providing the most complete equipment at a reasonable price. Technical data sheet of the BYD Atto 2 DM-i BYD Atto 2 DM-i Body type. Five-seater SUV. Measurements and weight. Measurements to be confirmed Trunk. To be confirmed. Maximum power. To be confirmed WLTP consumption. WLTP consumption to be confirmed. Total autonomy of 1,020 kilometers Electric range of 90 kilometers. Environmental distinctive. Zero emissions. Driving aids (ADAS). Mandatory by the European Union. Electric hybrid. No. Plug-in Hybrid. Yeah. electric. No Price and launch. Pre-sale available in the month of November Delivery of the first units in the first quarter of 2026 A clear commitment to increasing customers BYD continues to expand its offer. In just over two years, the Chinese company has gone from landing with three flashy electric cars. Today, they already have nine cars in their range and they have completely redefined it. From betting solely on electric vehicles to having a good presence of plug-in hybrids. From playing with their most premium vehicles to choosing to open the market at a lower price. He BYD Atto 2 DM-i It will be one of the bets that sums this up perfectly. In this plug-in hybrid version, there are hardly any aesthetic changes. The company talks about a larger front grille and some minor changes such as the absence of side grilles on the fenders or a new emblem on the tailgate. This DM-i version will feature an exclusive Midnight Blue color. Regarding its equipment, the Chinese company has not offered details but we can expect few changes because its base models always come with great equipment. It remains to be seen if they repeat the configuration with their rotating 10-inch central screen or change something in that regard. Likewise, we can expect all the mandatory driving aids required by the European Union, with emergency braking, the rear camera or the speed warning assistant by default. All in all, and although it has not been revealed, it is very likely that we will also see it arrive with adaptive cruise control, a system that BYD has included in all its vehicles. The company boasts a propulsion system that should provide a range of 1,020 kilometers. If you choose to drive only in electric mode, the range will be 90 kilometers. This allows the car to take advantage of offers from the MOVES III Plan as if it were an electric one, that is, they can reach up to 7,000 euros in discount. The pre-sale is expected in November and that will be when they reveal the price. At the moment the electric version is sold for 25,790 euros before aid from the MOVES III Plan, so we can expect a very reasonable price. Photo | BYD In Xataka | BYD wants to challenge European hybrids with the Seal 6 DM-i: it promises 105 km of electric power and up to 1,505 km of total autonomy

A man had access to the Government’s nuclear secrets. Until he uploaded thousands of porn photos to his work computer

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Using your work computer for personal things is a delicate area that can be reason for dismissal. This worker from the US Department of Energy has discovered it by force after uploading hundreds of thousands of pornographic images on his company computer. What has happened? They tell it in 404Medium. In March 2023, the employee wanted to back up his photo collection. He thought he was uploading the images to his personal hard drive, but it was connected to his work computer and he ended up making the copy where it wasn’t. The problem is that it was not a normal collection of photos, but more than 187,000 pornographic images that he had been collecting over several decades. Although he did not lose his job, his mistake has had consequences and the main one is that he has lost his security clearance. To train AI. The employee defended himself by arguing that this happened during a depressive episode in which he felt “extremely isolated and alone.” One of his distractions at this stage was creating images with AI, specifically “robotic porn.” At first he used his cell phone, but tired of using such a small screen, he thought it was a good idea to upload all his pornographic images to the computer to train the AI. The problem is that he did not upload them to his hard drive, but rather they ended up on the network of a government company. Goodbye accreditation. The employee did not realize his mistake until six months later. It was the time it took his bosses to investigate the origin of that enormous amount of porn photos flooding their servers. The result was that his security clearance was withdrawn. The Department of Energy is the in charge of supervising the US nuclear arsenalso we are talking about access to very sensitive information. The worker appealed to get it back, but after an exhaustive investigation, they decided not to return it. If he had not appealed, the story would not have been made public. My boss spies on me. It is one of the reasons that the man presented in his appeal, which compared the investigation to “the Spanish Inquisition.” What does the law say about this? According to expertsAlthough they let us use it for personal things, we should not expect to have privacy on a company-owned computer. Some companies even pre-install software to measure the time employees work. Control programs. Can they force you to install one of these programs? A few years ago we talked about installing software to control the work of remote employees and Joaquín Muñoz, an expert lawyer in digital law, resolved our doubt: the company cannot force us to install a program of this type if the computer we use to work is ours, but if it belongs to the company they can do so. Of course, they are obliged to report in detail about all the functions of said software. Image | Gemini In Xataka | “These are things that a university student would get in trouble for”: Deloitte scammed Australia with a report made with AI

In the 19th century they were not particularly sad, but no one smiled in the photos. Although they had reasons for it

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It’s strange to come across a current photo in which no one is smiling. If we see her, we assume that something is happening: either she wants to give a serious image, or something happens that we don’t know about, or the intention is precisely to go against it, not to smile. However, there was a time in which the usual thing was not to do it, not to show the slightest emotion in the photographs. What is the reason for this attitude? Were they so sad in the victorian englandSpain at the beginning of the century and so on? Actually, there is a very simple explanation. The exhibition. We all know that in the early days of photography, that is, between about 1840 and 1880, cameras required people to remain completely still for several seconds, or even, in the most primitive photos, minutes. Maintaining a natural smile for so long was uncomfortable, and fatigue ended up turning a natural smile into a stiff grimace. Furthermore, any movement resulted in a blurry image, which ran the risk of the model appearing in the photo with a blur on his face like a specter from beyond the grave. Hence the much simpler and more accessible custom of remaining with a relaxed gesture. Decent photographs. But there came a time when photographs did not require more than a moment of exposure, and there were still models with long faces. What was it due to? In reality it was not a technical question, but rather a question of how photography was understood. Perhaps with a vision inherited from when a portrait was a canvas that took days to create, required effort for the painter and model, cost money and could not be reproduced, but rather remained a unique piece. For all this, the portrait was clothed with a certain solemnity. It didn’t matter that these new portraits were much simpler and faster to do: They preserved the aura of dignity and special occasion of the oil paintings. Example: the dead. The legendary photos of the deceased or post-mortem photography They are a perfect example to understand how the medium was perceived for a time. They were a surprisingly common practice during the 19th and early 20th centuries and had a very clear purpose: being still a medium that was not widespread, photography was the only opportunity that many families had to preserve a portrait of the deceased, since they had not been able to do it while they were alive (and with the high infant mortality rate of other times, even more so). Furthermore, with this aura of dignity and pomp that the photograph had, it was incorporated into the elaborate mourning process. Victorian. Smile bad. In the 19th century, smiling openly in public or in portraits was often associated with frivolity, lack of seriousness, or even drunkenness. Educated and respectable people maintained a serious composure. If you have ever seen material from the tone period, let’s say, libertineyou will see what contagious smiles. It’s not that in the 19th and early 20th centuries people didn’t know how to smile: it was the circumstance in which photos were taken. That is why photos have been found taken in more familiar settings, at parties with very close relatives or close friends, where some of this rigidity is lost and people smile widely. Smiling badly, part two. And if we started with a reason as prosaic as “it’s easier not to smile than to smile,” we ended up with another equally practical reason: smiles one hundred and fifty years ago were terrible. The dental hygiene It was much worse than today and the dentures were full of holes, at best. When it came to passing on to posterity, it was normal for the models to decide not to show their teeth. Photo of Lia Den in Unsplash In Xataka | A tractor engine and three floors: this is the Victorian steampunk house that is touring the United States

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Come, come…and I brought electric, gasoline and hybrid versions. This is what Jaecoo could say about his arrival in Spain and, more specifically, about the Jaecoo 5the new SUV from the Chinese company. A compact option that allows the firm to open the market right where they can do the most damage. And the compact SUV market is one of the most competitive in Europe. If not the most. Jaecoo’s proposal, of course, goes directly to the heart of the European consumer’s doubts. Two cars that, each in its own way (and little trick) will sell right on the border of 20,000 euros. Jaecoo 5 technical sheet Jaecoo 5 Body type. Compact five-seat SUV. Measurements and weight. 4.38 meters long, 1.86 meters wide and 1.65 meters high. Wheelbase of 2.62 meters. 1,521 kg weight for the gasoline version. 1,785 kg weight for the electric version. Trunk. 480 liters in both versions. Maximum power. 147 HP in the gasoline version. 211 HP for the electric version. WLTP consumption. 7.0 l/100 km for the gasoline version, according to WLTP. 16.5 kWh/100 km for the electric version and 402 kilometers of autonomy, according to WLTP. Environmental distinctive. C and Zero emissions. Driving aids (ADAS). Mandatory by the European Union. The brand refers to 19 ADAS aids such as adaptive cruise control with lane change and lane maintenance assistant. Automatic lights, emergency braking with rear cross traffic alert or safe door opening warning. Others Screen for the 8.88-inch instrument panel and 13.4-inch central screen. Infotainment system compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay (wireless). Head-Up Display. 50 W wireless charger. 540º camera for use off road. Heated and ventilated seats in front. Heated steering wheel. Panoramic roof. Electric hybrid. First deliveries in 2026. Plug-in Hybrid. No. electric. Yeah. Version with 211 HP, 60 kWh battery and approved range of 402 kilometers. Price and launch. Gasoline and electric versions now available. Gasoline: from 27,500 euros without discounts (the brand advances a promotional price of 19,990 euros) Electric: from 35,500 euros without discounts or aid (the brand advances a promotional price of 19,990 euros in which discounts and aid are added) In the clear Last April, my colleague Javier Lacort went to China to go to the Shanghai Motor Show. There he was already able to test the Jaecoo 5 EV, that is, the completely electric version of the Chinese compact SUV. Then he said about the car that it was “the SUV that no longer asked for permission”. Now, having upgraded to its electric and gasoline versions (the hybrids will arrive in a few months), I understand perfectly what he was referring to. “The finishes, another symptom of maturity, point in the same direction. There are no luxuries, but there is discretion“My partner said then and I think that phrase largely sums up what this car is. The company puts these versions on sale with a starting price of 27,500 euros for the gasoline version and 35,500 euros for the electric version. But its motto is different: you can have either of the two from 19,990 euros. The first with a launch campaign that has very clear ideas: sell as much as possible from the start and make the car visible, there will be time to remove the promotional discounts at the start. The second takes advantage of MOVES III Planbut that would leave the car at a maximum of 28,500 euros. That is why the company applies another discount to which Repsol also adds to put it below 20,000 euros. With that price, of course, it is almost impossible to compete. And the Chery Group is attacking with Omoda and Jaecoo to an audience that wants a car with a modern look on the inside, decent finishes and a price with which European rivals cannot (or are not directly interested) compete. Between 20,000 and 25,000 euros in a size similar to the Jaecoo 5, almost everything is Chinese proposals: DFSK, EVO, MG, DR Automobiles… And the European ones (Citroën C3, Peugeot 2008 or Dacia Duster) are not up to par in the quality of the materials used. Because, as we have said on other occasions, Chinese brands are winning over the customer at the dealership. As I will tell you later, I reaffirm myself, a Dacia Duster moves better and is very likely to consume less gasoline. But its hard plastics wherever you look and touch cannot be compared with the subtle padding spread across the doors and dashboard of this Jaecoo 5. Nor with a finish that, from the start, comes with a 13.2-inch central screen and 2K resolution, a multifunction steering wheel with a pleasant touch (and a rarely seen horizontal double radio formula), wireless CarPlay and Android Auto and heated front seats, in addition to up to 19 security systems. ADAS driving aids. For little more we add synthetic leather, ventilation for the seats, heated steering wheel, panoramic roof, electric trunk, Sony sound system with eight speakers, 50W wireless charger (with ventilation) and 540º rear view camera (you can see what is under the car), which will also reach the basic package in the hybrid versions. Tell a customer who comes from a car that is more than 10 years old and in the midst of rising market prices not to get caught up in an interior like that. More so if that car has an advertised entry price of less than 20,000 euros. And how is it going? In our case we had the opportunity to get into the electric and gasoline versions on a round trip of about 140 kilometers for each of the cars. The vast majority of this route was done on the highway and we barely touched secondary roads. It is worth pointing out this because we would have to put the vehicle’s dynamism to the test more although I did return with the feeling that, in that brief contact, I found the electric version more pleasant. and interesting… although I understand that gasoline will … Read more

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