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I usually take walks with my wife. We solve the world (or at least, a little of our world) and we do it without a soundtrack. That was until a few days ago, because I was able to try the Xiaomi Mijia Smart Audio Glasses and I have realized that glasses can be something more than that. Let’s start telling truths like fists. Smart glasses are anything but smart. At least, for now. They are more like connected glasses, and that is not bad news at all. In fact, this is exactly what these glasses demonstrate, that they are a little deceptive with that “Smart” but they are honest with that other “Audio” that accompanies the name. Presented in Januaryhere we are facing a wearable that distances itself, for example, from the much more ambitious Meta Ray-Ban Display and that focuses on a single function: that your glasses are also your headphones. And for certain scenarios—very useful—it succeeds. Technical sheet of the Xiaomi Mijia Smart Audio Glasses Xiaomi Mijia Smart Audio glasses Models Pilot / Browline / Titanium Weight (with crystals) Pilot: 40.4 g Browline: 39.1g Titanium: 34.4g Battery 114mAh x 2 Charging time: 1 hour Autonomy: 13 hours continuous playback Connectivity Bluetooth 5.4 IP Rating IP54 Compatibility Android 10.0 / iOS 14 and above Price From 179.99 euros Xiaomi Mijia Smart Audio Glasses The price could vary. We earn commission from these links A design that deceives (for the better) More ambitious glasses like the Meta Ray-Ban 2 They still have that clearly more “techie” look. They are thicker, a little more bulky, and above all they include cameras that, even if they are somewhat camouflaged, still reveal whoever is wearing them. Not only do they give you away: they can even raise some concern due to that implicit message of “Well yes, I wear smart glasses with which I can take photos and videos of you without you realizing (much).” In the contents of the box there is a unique surprise: a printed manual that is quite dense because it includes brief instructions in a varied set of languages. Unlike that type of glasses, these Mijia Smart Audio Glasses achieve something striking: They go through traditional glassesboth in “seeing glasses” and sunglasses formats. In this last week I have been able to try the “Pilot” variant (there are two others, “Browline” and “Titanium”, which differ a little in the shape and width of the lens) in its sunglasses lens format, and the feeling is that at least for its nose bridge we are looking at completely normal glasses. They do not weigh 40 grams, and most of the weight is distributed on the temples, which makes them especially comfortable to use. The design is very similar to conventional glasses: almost nothing here (if you don’t look at the temples) tells you that these glasses are anything more than that. Image: Xataka. In fact, that weight and design make you forget that you are carrying a battery, speakers and four microphones above your ears. It wasn’t the case because I don’t wear glasses, but the fact that you can adjust the crystals It is what ends up closing the circle. This is not a gadget that you put on for a while—if you don’t want to—but a product that can live with you. Sound without isolation The sound experience of these glasses is, as I said at the beginning, that of having a personal soundtrack that only you hear. It’s a strange but satisfying feeling, because these glasses They do not isolate you from the outside world, but rather accompany it and they play music—or podcasts, or audiobooks, or calls—. One of the speakers of the Xiaomi Mijia Smart Audio Glasses. Image: Xataka. They do this through a speaker system integrated into the temples, in addition to four microphones that are crucial to be able to make hands-free calls directly from the glasses, or also to record calls or voice notes. The experience that these glasses offer us is similar to that offered by open headphones. The speakers sound surprisingly good despite being very well camouflaged in the temples, although logically the quality and “punch” of the audio is not that of headphones. The speakers perform very well in terms of audio clarity, but they lack some emotion and the music sounds a bit flat. The volume achieved is not particularly notable either, which means that in noisy environments it may be a bit limited. But the truth is that the combination works surprisingly well if we understand who the product is aimed at. Headphones isolate you from the outside and the “transparency” systems of some models allow you to also hear the outside. This is just the opposite: the outside sound is always present, so one can even carry on a conversation while listening to music in the background. This is what I did for a couple of test days when I took a walk with my wife and continued talking to her while listening to a song. She couldn’t hear the song unless she walked up to me and turned the volume all the way up, even though that was outside. The touch gestures are functional and simple and the sensor is generous. Image: Xataka. When I left the glasses with her so she could listen to music and our conversation at the same time, she was impressed because of the possibilities that a product opened up. In fact, that “wow effect” caught my attention, which was not so present for me, but was notable for her. That said, the design of the speakers can mean that in closed environments the sound may be heard by other people if the volume is somewhat higher, and that is why Xiaomi has implemented a privacy mode that tries to reduce the sound from leaking, for example in voice calls. Its real validity is debatable: if you don’t want anyone to find out what they are telling you through … Read more

the price of storage batteries has reached its minimum

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For years, detractors of the energy transition have clung to a seemingly immovable argument: the sun and the wind are intermittent, and saving that energy for when it is not blowing or it is night is economically unviable. This mismatch between supply and demand generates the phenomenon known as “duck curve”where solar energy is abundant during the day but drops drastically just when nighttime consumption skyrockets. To balance this balance, battery storage stands as the definitive solution. Today, that last bastion against the total viability of clean energy has just collapsed. The last piece of the renewable puzzle now fits, but its lowering price has uncovered a much more complex problem: a fierce geopolitical race to control the materials that make this technological miracle possible. The economic barrier has fallen. If we take a look at the data, the graph of the cost of batteries shows a historic plummet. According to the report Levelized Cost of Electricity 2026 of BloombergNEFstoring energy in four-hour projects is today 27% cheaper than a year ago, bottoming out at $78 per megawatt-hour (MWh). Never since records began in 2009 has saving electricity been so accessible. And this positive anomaly is supported by three very clear pillars: The reduction in prices of battery packs. Increased competition between different manufacturers. Excess manufacturing capacity coming from the electric vehicle market. Fuels pay the price. While clean technologies become cheaper, fossil fuels suffer the opposite effect. Driven by the voracious electrical demand of new data centers, new gas plants have seen their equipment become more expensive. In fact, the report of bloombergNEF highlights that the global cost of electricity for combined cycle gas turbines has risen by 16%, reaching a record of 102 dollars/MWh. The market has already ruled: in the United States and Canada, wind energy has displaced gas as the cheapest source for new generation, while renewables already exceed the operating costs of existing fossil fuel plants in key Asia-Pacific markets. The elephant in the room. If global costs have plunged, it is largely because China has flooded the market with massive overproduction. This overwhelming figure, however, was born of a systemic dysfunction. As the analyzes from two years ago warnedChinese provincial regulations forced solar parks to install batteries by law, which led to the accumulation of systems that were barely used due to the lack of incentives in the electricity market. Beijing achieved its goal: scaling production to a level unattainable by the rest of the world. Today, in 2026, that inertia has mutated into an industrial tsunami. According to the recent report of BloombergNEFthe current price collapse has been accelerated by a new factor: excess manufacturing capacity coming from the electric vehicle market. The fierce competition between Chinese manufacturers and the overproduction of car batteries has ended up drastically making large-scale systems cheaper, forever transforming the economics of the global electrical grid. The “brain” of the network and the gallium trap. Having millions of cheap batteries is useless without a system that manages them. Storing energy is only the first step; To feed it into the grid in a stable manner, immense power inverters are needed. These devices function as the electronic “brain” of the facility, composed of logic modules and high-performance chips that decide in milliseconds when to absorb surpluses and when to release them. And it is here, in semiconductors capable of withstanding these extreme voltages without melting, where the real battle is fought. For decades, the West operated under a mirage. As analyst Gillian Tett points outWestern elites assumed that making things was low-margin “dirty work” that could be outsourced. They became obsessed with software as China quietly built the physical infrastructure of the 21st century. Today, Beijing has what investor Craig Tindale calls “processing sovereignty”: controls 90% of rare earths and an overwhelming 98% of gallium. The latter is that irreplaceable strategic metal for advanced semiconductors that manage energy. After flooding the market for years to suffocate Western mining, China imposed export controls, causing its price to triple to reach historical records above $1,500 per kilo. From “red mud” to chips: the Western counterattack. For the United States, this is already a matter of national survival. The response of Washington and its allies has been to design an ambitious plan to become independent from Beijing by extracting gallium directly from industrial waste, known as “red mud”. The strategy It is an intercontinental triangle: In Australia, the Wagerup refinery has teamed up with the US and Japan to filter gallium from bauxite processing, aiming to cover 10% of global demand without opening new mines. In Louisiana, the Gramercy plant has received $150 million from the Pentagon to process its own aluminum waste to meet total U.S. demand. But the economic risk is enormous. Experts warn that the gallium market is dangerously small, and if Western production increases too quickly, prices could collapse. To protect these investments against dumping Chinese, the White House has deployed the Project Vaulta strategic reserve of 12 billion dollars. The human bottleneck. Even with all the money on the table, the West facing a problem that cannot be solved by printing banknotes: the “human bottleneck”. After decades of deindustrialization, Western engineers and workers who knew how to operate complex chemical plants and foundries have retired. Reconstructing that physical sovereignty requires expert hands that, today, are scarce on this side of the world. However, in this interdependent world, China It also has a critical vulnerability. Despite its monopoly on materials, its industry is still forced to import almost all of the advanced logic modules that control turbines and networks in real time. Beijing has the factories and the minerals, but the West still has the “brains” and the fine chemistry that makes complex systems work. A future with many edges. The economic viability of a world powered 100% by renewables is already an irrefutable reality. Batteries are no longer the economic brake on the transition. However, we have escaped the geological tyranny of oil only to discover … Read more

This is how it compares to its rivals in price from POCO, Xiaomi and Samsung

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Yesterday, Google presented its new economical mobile phone, the Google Pixel 10a and whose greatest bet is photography. Available from 549 euroshas several competitors in the market who will try to tread on an almost guaranteed ground of success (seeing the popularity that Google mobile phones have been acquiring for a few years). Among them are the Xiaomi 15The Poco F8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE. If you have questions about which of these mid-range mobiles but with top features is better for you, we are going to compare them in some of their functionalities, so that you can make the right decision. The price could vary. We earn commission from these links Pixel 10a vs Xiaomi 15T, Poco F8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, at a glance Google pixel 10a xiaomi 15t Poco f8 pro samsung galaxy s25 fe screen 6.3″ OLED 120 Hz, 2700 nits 6.83″ AMOLED 3200 nits 6.59″ AMOLED 3500 nits 6.7″ Dynamic AMOLED 1900 nits processor Google Tensor G4 MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra Snapdragon 8 Elite Samsung Exynos 2400 photographic system Dual main 48 MP + ultra Triple with 2x TV Triple with strong main sensor Triple with 3x TV BATTERY 5100mAh 5500mAh 6210mAh ~4900mAh PRICE From 549 euros From 499 euros From 519.99 euros From 544 euros 10 GOOGLE APPS THAT COULD HAVE SUCCESSFUL How are all these phones different? Design and screen Although today there are few brands that innovate in terms of the design of their terminals (see the case of Nothing) it is true that among all these models you can see design differences that can make you opt for one or another smartphone. The Google Pixel 10a is a mobile phone with a very flat and minimalist design, with a 6.3 inch compact size which makes it a perfect option to hold with one hand. On the other hand, the Xiaomi 15T has a 6.8-inch screen, for those looking for a greater sense of immersion, especially when watching multimedia content. For its part, the Xiaomi Poco F8 Pro has a 6.59-inch screen and also has a slightly larger design than the Pixel 10a, although its edges are soft; Yes, the plastic finish does not give it the feel of a premium mobile. Finally, from the design of the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, it can be noted that it also has a large 6.7-inch screen and a more refined and premium design than the other models. Your photography system The Google Pixel 10a was born with the intention of offering a excellent photography experience within the mid-range. Of this model, we can highlight its own photo app, with AI that considerably improves your photos. Its main lens is 48 MP accompanied by a 13 MP ultra wide angle lens. Although yes, it does not have a dedicated telephoto like its older brothers. Compared to the Google model, the Xiaomi 15T offers greater versatility in photography, thanks to its triple rear camera. Plus, they are made by Leica, so you can get more artistic photos. As for the Poco F8 Pro, it incorporates a telephoto and offers 8K recording, although the Pixel surpasses it in color balance and night processing. Finally, the Samsung model presents a more advanced photographic system than Google’s, thanks to its 3x optical telephoto, which gives us greater flexibility when taking photos from a distance. Battery and charging The Google Pixel 10a battery has a average capacity of 5,100 mAh and provides autonomy for a full day using navigation, social networks and spending time on video and photos. Of course, you should know that this group of phones is not the largest battery. The Xiaomi 15T has a capacity of 5,500 mAh, so its autonomy is superior even in intensive use. Regarding the Samsung model, its battery capacity is about 5,000 mAh (4,900 mAh according to its technical sheet), so the results are very similar to those of the Google Pixel 10a, although it may become more efficient thanks to Samsung’s optimization. Finally, the big winner in terms of battery is the Xiaomi Poco F8 Pro, with a capacity of 6,200 mAh, giving us more than enough autonomy even if you use the phone for gaming. All of these smartphones offer fast charging, although it is different in each of them. The Pixel 10a supports wired charging up to 45W, thus improving on its predecessors and charging it in half in about 30 minutes. The Xiaomi model supports it up to 90 W and charges to 100% in 50 minutes. For its part, the Poco F8 Pro supports fast charging of up to 100W, which makes it possible to fully charge it in about 37 minutes. Finally, the Samsung phone is fully charged in about an hour. Their brains are different too The processor is the brain of a mobile phone and in this group of phones, each one has a different one. The Google Pixel 10a has the Google Tensor G4whose main strength is its optimization of Artificial intelligence and good daily performance, although it is not the most powerful or the best for gaming. A MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra is the processor of the Xiaomi 15T, which is perfect for multitasking and demanding appsalthough it is true that it gets hot in very intense sessions and is not as efficient as Google’s for use with AI. The most powerful processor on the list is the Snapdragon 8 Elite that the Poco F8 Pro has, which is ideal for powerful games and very demanding tasks, although it may be more than necessary for users who do not need that extra power. Finally, the Samsung mobile has a Exynos 2400which provides a good balance in general, although it is not so good for demanding gaming. Operating system and updates The new Google Pixel 10a comes with Android 16 pure and receive updates for seven years. Without a doubt, it is the champion of Android updates, becoming the phone par excellence for those who want … Read more

Only until Sunday! All these Samsung TVs and appliances, at a historic low price

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Spanish cinema has a big night in a few days with the Goya, but Samsung doesn’t want to wait that long. Its official store has launched a promo with movie discountswhich of course includes televisions and sound bars, but also extends to your appliances and other devices. We are not talking about just any discount: there are discounts of up to 50%. The thing doesn’t end there. Today and only today we have an active discount coupon that allows us to save on any device or appliance an additional 10% if we use the code ‘CINE10’. Thus, we can take home real bargains, although only if we hurry. Below we have made a list of some products that, due to features and discounts, seem especially interesting to us: 55-inch Neo QLED QN74F by 521 eurosa top quality-price option that is ideal for video games. 55-inch S95F OLED by 1,304 eurosthe best high-end TV of 2025. Bespoke Silver Combi Fridge by 494 euroswith good capacity and at a great price. Bespoke AI Combi Fridge by 908 euroswith energy rating A. Bespoke AI American Refrigerator by 1,061 eurosperfect for large families. Freestanding dishwasher by 314 euroswith a historical minimum price. 55-inch Neo QLED QN74F If you are looking for a versatile television, with good image quality and that allows you to take full advantage of the power of a PlayStation 5 or one Xbox Series Xthis QN74F can fit you very well. It is a model with a very high quality-price ratio that comes with Tizen operating system (so it has seven years of guaranteed updates), artificial intelligence and with a refresh rate that we can take up to 144 Hz. The launch price of this version of the TV, which has 55 inches, is 1,199 euros. This Samsung movie promo has it reduced to 579 euros, although only today, if we use the discount code ‘CINEMA10‘, we can lower this price even further to 521 euros. And be careful: it includes free wall installation, which is valued at 90 euros. That, in total, is a 57% discount compared to the RRP. TV 55″ Neo QLED QN74F 4K Samsung Vision AI Smart TV 2025 The price could vary. We earn commission from these links 55-inch S95F OLED OLED televisions offer the purest blacks and are perfect for watching movies or series. There it stands out (and a lot) the Samsung S95Fwhich took the Xataka award for best high-end television last 2025. It is a Smart TV that will give us vivid and very precise colors, with a maximum brightness of 2,200 nits that will make content with HDR10 and HDR10+ shine. In addition, it is also ideal for gaming and has a anti-glare coverage which is ideal for rooms where there is a lot of light. The starting price of this S95F, which is also 55 inches, is 2,389.99 euros. The current promo has its price reduced to 1,449 euros, but using the code ‘CINE10’, its price remains more than attractive 1,304 euros. As with the previous Neo QLED model, Also includes free wall installation. A 45% discount compared to its RRP. TV 55″ OLED S95F 4K Samsung Vision AI Smart TV 2025 The price could vary. We earn commission from these links Bespoke Silver Combi Fridge We now move on to household appliances and we do so with this Bespoke Silver Combi, a model with great value for money. ‘SpaceMax’ technology means we have a lot of space inside and thus reaches a capacity of 390 total liters. In addition, with Samsung’s SmartThings application, we can see your consumption and use an artificial intelligence mode so that we can save on the electricity bill. The RRP of this Samsung refrigerator is 949 euros, although we now have it available for 599 euros. At that point we can also use Delivery and Premierethe company’s renewal plan to change our old appliances. With it, we will reduce the price by 50 euros to 549 euros and if we also use the code ‘CINEMA10‘, then we can get this refrigerator for 494 euros. Discount of 48% compared to its original price. Bespoke Silver 390L Combi Refrigerator Energy Classification C with Smart AI – RB38C600CS9 The price could vary. We earn commission from these links Bespoke AI Combi Fridge As an alternative to the previous one, we have this Bespoke AI Combi with 387 liters of capacity. This refrigerator stands out for having an A energy classificationwhich is ideal if our priority is reduce our electricity bill as much as possible. In addition, it has a metal cooling plate that serves to minimize the dispersion of cold and maintain the temperature inside. Thus, the refrigerator works (and suffers) less and its consumption is reduced. Time to talk about the offer. Its RRP is 1,799 euros, although we now have it available for 1,179 euros. With Delivery and Release we will obtain a discount additional from 170 euros (which would leave its price at 1,009 euros), but if we finish with the code ‘CINE10’, we will leave its price at only 908 euros. Thus, it costs just half of its RRP. Bespoke AI Combi Refrigerator 203cm 387L Class A Inox RB38C7B6AS9/EF The price could vary. We earn commission from these links Bespoke AI American Refrigerator If you have space and there are many of you at home (or you are looking for a lot of space to store food), this Bespoke AI American refrigerator may be a better fit for you. With the, we will have 640 liters of capacitywhich is really amazing. In addition, we can also monitor your consumption from your mobile phone and it has a water and ice dispenser. The RRP of it is 2,099 euros, although it is reduced to 1,299 euros. This price, already quite interesting, we can lower it double: on the one hand, 120 euros with Delivery and Release; on the other hand, 10% if we use the code ‘CINE10’. Everything together makes its price stay at … Read more

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Dyson is opening its horizons in the vacuum segment. The British firm is an institution in wireless vertical vacuuming and its classic sled vacuum cleaners continue to be a master purchase, but leaving those formats to find its place in others like robot vacuum cleaners It is costing him, among other things, because The competition coming from China is fierce. Well, Dyson has just presented its candidacy in a niche that today speaks Chinese: it has just launched its PencilWash, an ultralight electric mop. An unmistakable stylish design. The format may change, but the design and colors chosen leave no room for doubt: we are looking at a Dyson. Matte finishes, bright shades, those lace pieces with their iconic red button. But it is also differential: while the Roborock F25 Ace Pro either Dreame H15 Pro They are heavy and bulky, the English company is practically a stick in a total display of minimalism. Although this is essentially because what Dyson brings is different and one of a kind. According to the manufacturer, it weighs only 2.2 kilograms and its handle is less than four centimeters in diameter, which anticipates agile handling and good ergonomics (at least, an experience reminiscent of the usual mop) when sliding it across the floor of the entire house. In addition, it bends down up to 170 degrees to clean under furniture. Dyson The roller is the jewel in the crown. Although ergonomics and handling are important, what makes the difference in a cleaning device is what elements it uses. In the case of the Dyson PencilWash, it is a high-density microfiber roller (72,000 filaments per square centimeter) that rotates at 650 revolutions per minute. Dyson Goodbye to stains and spilled liquids. We mentioned above two models of vacuum cleaners-scrubbers from Chinese brands, however Dyson’s is an electric mop without that suction part (it also does not have space to house a powerful motor for suction). Of course, it comes with a hygienic filter to trap bacteria and minimize odors. In addition, the roller provides hydration (which you can adjust) to always use clean water in the cleaning process. And it’s not just limited to mopping floors: it’s capable of dealing with accidents like dropping coffee or dried stains. However, it has a detergent for hard floors for a more thorough cleaning. Dyson The wonder of putting everything on a stick. Dyson has done a true work of engineering art to integrate the components into such a minimal structure. However, its figures are solvent for medium-sized homes: according to the brand, with its 300 ml of clean water tank it is capable of cleaning up to 110 square meters of surface. As for autonomy, it is half an hour but its battery is interchangeable. Dyson Price and availability. The new Dyson PencilWash is available from today, February 19, at an official retail price of 349 euros and can be purchased from its official distributors. In Xataka | Dyson is late to the robot vacuum party. Your ace in the hole is an AI that identifies and removes difficult stains In Xataka | Best cordless upright vacuum cleaners. Which one to buy and seven recommended broom vacuum cleaners from 139 euros

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Google just launched the Google Pixel 10aits new mid-range terminal. He Google Pixel 9a It worked amazingly last year, being one of the most recommended mid-range for those looking for a good photography experience. This year’s model seeks to stay on that same path, offering a similar design, although not the same, and a clear commitment to computational photography. The terminal will be available starting at 549 euros, the same price as last year. And it makes sense, since the improvements in the technical sheet, in the pure and simple components, are scarce. There are some specific new features that we will detail below, but the new features come in the software, an aspect that Google has more than mastered. Google Pixel 10a technical sheet Google Pixel 10a dimensions and weight 153.9 x 73 x 9mm 183 grams screen 6.3-inch pOLED (Actua Display) FullHD+ resolution (2,424 x 1,080 pixels) 422 dpi 20:9 format Refresh rate: 60-120 Hz Maximum brightness: 2,000 nits Peak brightness: 3,000 nits Gorilla Glass 7i HDR processor Google Tensor G4 ram memory 8GB internal storage 128/256 GB rear camera Wide Angle 48 MP, f/1.7, FOV 82º, Super Res Zoom x8 Wide angle: 13 MP, f/2.2, FOV 120º OIs+EIS 4K Video@60 FPS front camera 13 MP f/2.2, FOV 96.1º 4K Video@30 FPS battery 5,100 mAh 45W fast charging Qi wireless charging (10W) operating system Android 16 7 years of updates CONNECTIVITY USB Type C 3.2 Dual SIM (nanoSIM+eSIM) WiFi 6E 5G Bluetooth 6 NFC GPS OTHERS Google AI IP68 resistance fingerprint reader 2x microphones PRICE From 549 euros 10 GOOGLE APPS THAT COULD HAVE SUCCESSFUL When something works… Google Pixel 10a | Image: Google The Google Pixel 10a is practically identical to the previous model. At first glance it is the same, but there is a subtle difference: the camera module no longer protrudes. Not that I did it much before, but now the lenses are completely integrated into the chassis. The back is completely smooth, something that those who hate the phone to wobble will appreciate. And really, that is the most striking change in terms of design, beyond the colors. Otherwise, the phone is identical to the previous model. Same finish, same screen size, practically the same. Now, there are two key differences: the brightness and the protection of the glass: He maximum brightness It is 2,000 nits compared to the 1,800 nits of the Pixel 9a. The peak brightness, for its part, increases by 300 nits, going from 2,700 to 3,000 nits. The protective glass on the panel changes from Gorilla Glass 3 to Gorilla Glass 7i. According to Google, it has better resistance to abrasions and shocks. Google Pixel 10a | Image: Google Another change is found in the battery or, rather, in the power of fast charging. The device continues to mount a 5,100 mAh batterybut fast charging goes from 30 to 45W as long as we use a compatible charger. And that’s all in terms of hardware, because the remaining technical sheet is identical to that of the last model. The Pixel 10a mounts a pOLED panel 6.3 inches with FullHD+ resolution and 120 Hz refresh rate, as well as the same Google Tensor G4 processor as the Pixel 9a and the same amount of RAM and storage. It comes out, yes, with Android 16 and the promise of seven years of updates. Google has not detailed whether it is seven years of software or seven years in total (Android versions, Pixel Drops and security patches). It incorporates everything expected in terms of connectivity, with the update to Bluetooth 6.0that the USB is now USB 3.2 and the Satellite SOS service (emergency calls via satellite). It is the first time that a Pixel a incorporates this function, until now exclusive to the Pixel 9 and 10. Google Pixel 10a | Image: Google As for the camera, the same batch of sensors as the last generation (48-megapixel wide-angle and 13-megapixel wide-angle) and lots and lots of AI. New features include Auto Best Take and Camera Coach. The first helps everyone look good in the photo by analyzing the frames, while the second uses Gemini models to guide composition, lighting, etc. AI plays a fundamental role in the Google experienceso we will also use it for digital zoom of up to eight times and editing. The latter is quite nice, and the Google Pixel 10a allows us to edit photos using voice. You just have to ask your mobile phone and Gemini will be in charge of making the appropriate changes. Versions and price of the Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a | Image: Google He Google Pixel 10a It can be purchased from March 5, although reservations begin today. Its price is 549 euros for the 8/128 GB version and, although Google has not revealed the price of the version with more capacity at the time of writing these lines, it can be expected to be similar to last year: 649 euros for 8/256 GB. Images | Google In Xataka | Google is going to borrow money to pay back in 100 years. You have to believe that in 100 years Google will still be there

Today the V16 beacon that you need to avoid the first fines that are already arriving arrives at Aldi (and at half price)

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Although it seemed that they were not going to arrive, the first fines for not having the V16 beacon on the vehicle are arriving, leaving behind the “grace period” that the DGT had announced. If you had passed this measure and still do not have yours, today (February 11) this arrives at Aldi lowered V16 Trophy beaconwith a discount of more than 50%, and can be purchased for only 29.99 euros, as we can see in its weekly brochure. DGT approved v16 beacon with geolocator The price could vary. We earn commission from these links A fully approved beacon This emergency light Trophy sold by Aldi is fully approvedso security is fully guaranteed. Furthermore, at this price, it becomes a cheap option to buy it now and have it in the car and not wait for a long trip (like your next Easter getaway or summer vacation) or for the triangles to disappear permanently. But above all, it is perfect for avoiding fines since if there is one thing clear, it is that no one likes having their pocket touched. As for the characteristics that this one stands out for, V16 beaconone of them is its powerful high-intensity LED light, which makes it visible from a kilometer away and at 360º. Besides, works with AAA batteries and it has a powerful magnetic base, which makes attachment to the roof of your vehicle perfect. Another advantage it presents is that it comes with eSIM with data included until 2038. And the best of all is that you don’t have to install external apps nor enter any type of personal data. If you have a breakdown or emergency, you just have to press the button to turn it on and nothing more. ⚡ IN BRIEF: V16 trophy beacon offer at aldi ✅ THE BEST Its price: Nowadays, we can find beacons almost everywhere, so there is no excuse to have your own. Practically, they all do the same thing so their price is the main attraction. Your base: Although all beacons have a magnetic base of this type, it is true that this model stands out for being powerful, remaining well adhered to the roof of the vehicle. ❌ THE WORST There is no online sale: Rather than saying that it has some characteristic that weakens it, the negative thing about this beacon is that it is only sold in a physical store. So if you don’t have a chain supermarket nearby, forget about being able to buy it. 💡 BUY IT IF… You refuse to spend a fortune on a V16 beacon for your vehicle that you will rarely use. That is, it is the perfect model to have just in case without spending more. ⛔ DON’T BUY IT IF… I can’t tell you a reason not to buy it because it’s cheap and good. Of course, if you don’t have an Aldi nearby, probably forget about getting it because when you maybe get to the store, at this price it is sold out. Of course, you can look at some models online that also have a more than reasonable price. The V16 beacon that sweeps Amazon and costs the same With this V16 beacon Help Flash+ IoT that Amazon sells even five cents cheaper (29.95 euros), you can forget about having to go to an Aldi supermarket or keep an eye on whether they restock in your nearest store. In addition, this model is the best seller on Amazon and there are no shortage of compelling reasons. help flash IoT+, V16 Emergency Light with Geolocation and more than 290 candela power The price could vary. We earn commission from these links The first of them is that it offers 290 candles (which is much more than the 40 minimums required by the DGT for this type of vehicle safety devices). It is also manufactured in Spain, so reliability is maximum. Although if there is something that has made her succeed, it is her compatibility with the myIncidence app. In it you can register the data of your vehicle and your insurance policy to be able to notify immediately in case of a breakdown or accident. Other cheap V16 beacons that may interest you HIBRON EXTRASTAR Emergency Light Beacon V16 Approved DGT with Geolocation The price could vary. We earn commission from these links LEDONE – DGT Approved v16 Beacon with Geolocator 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. Image | Aldi and Netun Solutions In Xataka | V-16 emergency light for the car. Purchasing guide, regulations and when they come into force, characteristics and approvals In Xataka | Clarifying all the mess that the DGT has on its hands: the V-16 light, the V-27 signal and the emergency triangles

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There was a day when that t-shirt you are wearing was made in Spain. It’s almost hard to believe it now that globalization has brought the mass manufacturing of T-shirts, pants and dresses to China, Vietnam or Bangladesh. Today, decades after that happened, Temu and Shein want to make us a new suit with fast fashion even more fastwith compulsive purchases and products that They flood the streets due to their low price. There is no doubt that They have made us Europeans a suit. And if we’re talking cars, that suit is custom made. We were thinking of stopping Chinese electric cars with tariffs. These seemed like the great threat, the paradigm shift facing the European industry. But not. Chinese manufacturers have understood well that not all Europe is the same. That not all of us need or want an electric car. The combustion engine continues to be useful and attractive to a large part of the population. And when combined with a large battery they have the best product for many. Electric in everyday life, peace of mind for traveling. Plug-in hybrids are another one of those tailored suits that have arrived from China. The European Union has not imposed tariffs on these. The problem is that you can see the seams on this Jaecoo 7 SHS. Jaecoo 7 SHS technical sheet Jaecoo 7 SHS Body type. Five-seater SUV. Measurements and weight. 4.50 meters long, 1.86 meters wide and 1.68 meters high. Wheelbase of 2.67 meters. Trunk. 340 liters. Maximum power. 340 HP for the PHEV. WLTP consumption. 0.7 l/100 km according to the WLTP cycle. 6.0 l/100 km depending on the brand with a dead battery. 90 kilometers of autonomy in completely electric mode according to the WLTP cycle. Environmental distinctive. Zero emissions. Driving aids (ADAS). Mandatory by the European Union. The brand refers to 18 ADAS aids with adaptive cruise control. Others Screen for the 14.8-inch instrument panel. 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 the front and heated in the rear. Panoramic roof of 1.1 m2. Electric hybrid. No. Plug-in Hybrid. Yeah. 340 HP of power and 90 km of electric range. electric. No. Price and launch. PHEV from 38,900 euros before aid. Understanding the market Not all of Europe is advancing at the same pace. According to ACEA data9.4% of cars sold in Europe in 2025 were plug-in hybrids. Although they increased by 33.4% compared to the previous year, the figures are very far from the 17.4% market share of the electric car. A technology supported, above all, by Germany and Francecountries with greater purchasing power than Spain, in which they increased by 43.4% and 12.5%. Together they sold about 772,000 electric cars, more than 40% of the cars sold in Europe. The data contrasts with the Spanish. Here the plug-in hybrid It sold more than the electric one (9.52% market share compared to the 8.39% market share of the pure electric one). And in the first data from January the advantage is widening in favor of the plug-in with a combustion engine, according to Anfac data. The sale of Chinese cars in Spain also contrasts with the rest of Europe. These companies have not hesitated to enter the continent through our country, aware that we are less loyal to our brands, that we look for more affordable cars or with best quality-equipment-price ratio. And there, Chinese plug-in hybrids have a lot to say, with fewer ties than an electric car and without the obligation to pay tariffs that mitigate their competitiveness in the final price compared to traditional firms. It is no coincidence that, as of January, three of the 10 best-selling plug-in hybrid cars are Chinese. He BYD Seal U aspires to repeat as the best-selling plug-in hybrid in Spain but the Omoda 9 and the Lynk&Co 01. All of them are cars that want to offer a good image, great autonomy and a lot of space for less money than their competitors. In that same space, the Jaecoo 7 SHS wants to compete, the plug-in hybrid version, of a car that we already had the opportunity to test briefly in its gasoline version and that left us with some doubts about its behavior but for which we saw a very clear market niche in a Spain eager for an affordable offer that does not want to give up the pyrotechnics of modern cars. Neither yes, nor no, nor quite the opposite If the Jaecoo 7 reminds you of a Land Rover, let me tell you that I understand you. It is not a coincidence because Chery (group to which Jaecoo belongs) and Land Rover They have been and are partners in China. The proposal, from what I get, I like. The car attracts attention and attracts the eyes of those looking for a compact vehicle that treads in the 4.50 meter area but that provides a feeling of greater volume or packaging. Inside, things are different. Like? I think it draws attention. And all-screen cars continue to attract attention and feel groundbreaking. Maybe not among car enthusiasts but among those who are approaching the new car market for the first time after many years. Let us remember that The average age of the Spanish vehicle fleet is 14.5 years. It is through the eyes where it enters the Jaecoo 7 SHS and most of the Chinese proposals. The client, who is also evaluating a Dacia Duster and you have found a very plastic and certainly rough interior, you sit here in a good electric seat, with soft materials within reach and a 14.8-inch screen with very good visual quality. Through the window, the salesperson shows you an endless list of equipment that the car already includes as standard. Electric seats, heated steering wheel, cameras with 360º vision (Jaecoo calls it a 540º camera) to see what is under the car, … Read more

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Time flies as if we didn’t realize it. It has been almost three years since BYD was presented in Spain. He did it with a presentation in Madrid in which he brought three electric cars. Two of them (Tang and Han) with a clear aspirational focus, proof of what they were capable of doing. The third was the BYD Atto 3, a car for the general public. That day we had the opportunity to get on it. A car that left a very good impression on us and that, without a doubt, anticipated that what we would see from BYD was going to be very worthwhile. But that car came with some rocks in its backpack. The battery remained at 60 kWh and the face power at just 88 kW in direct current. Figures that have been complicating their sales. Now BYD is coming to solve the problem with a BYD Atto 3 EVO, which is a completely new car to improve and expand the technical characteristics of this electric SUV. Technical specifications of the BYD Atto 3 EVO byd atto 3 EVO BODY TYPE. five-seater SUV MEASUREMENTS AND WEIGHT. 4,455 meters long, 1,875 meters wide, 1,615 meters high and 2,720 meters wheelbase. 2,160 kg weight. TRUNK. 490 liters rear trunk 101 liter front trunk. MAXIMUM POWER. Design: 313 HP Excellence: 449 HP WLTP CONSUMPTION. Design: 510 kilometers of autonomy, 14.6 kWh/100 km Excellence: 470 kilometers of autonomy, 15.9 kWh/100km ENVIRONMENTAL DISTINCTIVE. Zero emissions DRIVING AIDS (ADAS). Adaptive cruise control with emergency braking, lane keeping, lane change assistance, blind spot sensor, rear cross traffic alert, sign recognition, rear camera and 360º projection. OTHERS. 15.6 inch central screen. Own software with Google services and AI-powered voice assistant. Wireless charging for cooled mobile phone. V2L bidirectional charging to charge external devices. Heated seats and Head-Up Display in the Excellence version ELECTRIC HYBRID. No. Plug-in HYBRID. No. electric Yes. 74.8 kWh battery in both cases. Design (313 HP): 510 kilometers of autonomy, 14.6 kWh/100 km Excellence (449 HP): 470 kilometers of autonomy, 15.9 kWh/100km price and release Now available: Design: from 42,990 euros before aid and discounts Excellence: from 45,990 euros before aid and discounts Prices for the Canary Islands: Design: from 35,520 euros before aid and discounts Excellence: from 38,008 euros before aid and discounts More autonomy at a low price To explain why this car comes to the market, we are going to tell something obvious: BYD is a Chinese brand. Yes, I know it’s not my best phrase but it explains why in less than three years the brand has launched the renewal of a car that was already among the 10 best-sellers in our country in 2025. In China, the production and renewal rates are very high. Workers from Chinese brands tell usand it is something that we have also heard about with BYD, that China has blown up the traditional times that were available to develop a car. Normally, a generation of a car for a traditional brand lasted between six and eight years, with an aesthetic renewal after its commercial half-life. Times are now moving at a different pace.. China lives in continuous need to renew models given its aggressive price war. It is added that the electric car is a new technology that is advancing at a good pace in its developments. To this we add that BYD has begun to understand what the European market demands better than when it arrived. Now their cars have more batteries and they have a serious bet on the plug-in hybrid market. That is why the great novelty of this BYD Atto 3 EVO is the expansion of its battery. The car is now built on the e-Platform 3.0 which has 800 volt technology for a battery that grows to 74.8 kWh and a maximum charging power of 220 kW. In this way, the car can go from 10% to 80% autonomy in 25 minutes. Accompanies this increase in battery two potential versions. The Design version is rear-wheel drive and has 313 HP, with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds. The option with all-wheel drive is the Excellence and reaches 449 HP thanks to two electric motors, which allows the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. The difference with the outgoing model is substantial because the car has gone from being an interesting vehicle for the urban environment but that required some patience for a long trip to a car completely capable of being that car for everything. BYD announces a range for the Excellence version of 470 kilometers according to the WLTP mixed cycle. The Design option, the least powerful, increases the autonomy in the mixed cycle up to 510 kilometers. For a realistic measurement on the road, if the car moves between 20 and 22 kWh/100 km we would be talking about about 350 kilometers between recharges. All it takes is lowering that consumption would bring us closer to 400 kilometers between recharges. Furthermore, with these changes, the BYD Atto 3 EVO has increased the space for the rear trunk, which now reaches 490 liters, to which another 101 liters must be added in the front trunk. In the technological section of the cabin, this new generation already receives the infotainment system that we have seen in the latest models of the Chinese brand, with integrated Google services and a voice assistant powered by AI. The screen is 15.6 inches and the instrument panel grows to 8.8 inches. The new BYD electric car also has NFC access, cooled wireless charging for the mobile phone, V2L function to charge devices thanks to the car battery and, in the upper segment, the Head-Up Display and heated seats are added. The car is now available and BYD has announced the following prices: Version RRP Price with aid + discounts Financed price + discounts + aid Design (510 km autonomy) 42,990 euros 33,455 euros 30,455 euros Excellence (470 km autonomy) 45,990 euros … Read more

Valve has just announced a delay and price increase for the Steam Machine

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Valve’s plans to revolutionize desktop video games face the reality of the component market. The company has confirmed the postponement of Steam Machine, Steam Frame and Steam Controller, initially planned for the first quarter of 2026, due to the global shortage of RAM and storage. The announcement comes accompanied by a warning: the initially announced prices will be revised upwards, which puts at risk the strategy of competing directly with traditional consoles. What we believed. The official presentation of Valve’s hardware took place in November 2025when the company simultaneously unveiled three devices aimed at expanding its ecosystem beyond the traditional PC: the Steam Machine console, the Steam Frame virtual reality headset, and a new iteration of the Steam Controller. At that time, information provided to media It targeted a launch in the first quarter of 2026. Our love broke. However, Valve has had to recalibrate its expectations. According to the statement, the company acknowledges that it hoped to announce definitive prices and specific release dates at this point, but circumstances in the component market have prevented this. “The limited availability and rising prices of these critical components mean we must review our exact shipping schedule and pricing,” they admit. A little later. The new time frame now extends to the first half of 2026, a deliberately vague formulation that contrasts with the initial precision. Valve emphasizes that it maintains its goal of distributing the three products within that period, but warns about the volatility of the scenario: they need to establish prices and dates that they can announce with confidence, aware of how quickly circumstances can change. The RAM crisis. The problem affects the entire technology industry. Memory manufacturers have experienced a unprecedented price increase: according to data from the component market, the cost of RAM modules has multiplied by three or even four from the beginning of 2026. This escalation responds to a strategic reorientation of the major producers such as SamsungSK Hynix and Micron, which prioritize the manufacture of high-performance memory for artificial intelligence servers, a segment that offers higher profit margins. It was seen coming. Already in November, when Valve presented its hardware, the warning signs were evident. By then, the company recognized that setting prices was complex because “the market is a little strange” and “memory prices are going up as we speak.” What seemed like temporary turbulence has been consolidated as a structural trend. It is a crisis that evokes the semiconductor shortage that shook the industry between 2020 and 2022, causing delays in the launch of consoles and widespread price increases in graphics cards. The current phenomenon presents, however, a peculiarity: it is not about interruptions in the supply chain, but rather a deliberate decision by manufacturers to redirect productive capacity towards the lucrative AI market, leaving the gaming industry in the background. What is known about the machine’s hardware. The Steam Machine, the star product of this trilogy, will be powered by an AMD processor, as confirmed by the semiconductor company’s CEO, Lisa Su, during the presentation of quarterly results: “From a product perspective, Valve is on track to begin shipping its AMD-powered Steam Machine early this year.” That statement, which sounded reassuring then, now takes on an ironic tone: the hardware is ready, but the economic context is not. During previous sessions with specialized media, the company indicated that the Steam Machine would be placed “close to the entry level of the PC space”, a formulation that suggested that it would compete directly with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in terms of price, rather than with high-end PC configurations. This approach clashes head-on with the current reality of the components market: competing with consoles means achieving very tight margins in a closed ecosystem where Sony and Microsoft can assume initial losses. Valve lacks that flexibility, and the increase in memory and storage costs threatens to place its products in a price range that would distance them from the average consumer. In Xataka | Panic of a ridiculous death among RAM manufacturers: they fear that technology companies will “monopolize” and they are already putting controls

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