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Microsoft Surface Laptop 8 and Surface Pro 12, specifications, technical sheet, images, price

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Microsoft just presented the new generation of Surface Laptop and Surface Pro, which now come equipped with Qualcomm processors Snapdragon X2. With a really solid technical proposal and real improvements compared to the last generation, the problem comes from the price and, above all, who they are aimed at. Below these lines we tell you all the details. Surface Laptop 8 and Surface Pro 12, technical sheet Surface Pro 12 (12th Edition) Surface Laptop 8 (8th Edition) 13.8-inch Surface Laptop 8 (8th Edition) 15-inch processor Snapdragon X2 Plus (10 cores) / Snapdragon X2 Elite (12 cores) NPU: Qualcomm Hexagon with 80 TOPS Snapdragon X2 Plus (10 cores) / Snapdragon X2 Elite (12 cores) NPU: Qualcomm Hexagon with 80 TOPS Snapdragon X2 Plus (10 cores) / Snapdragon X2 Elite (12 cores) NPU: Qualcomm Hexagon with 80 TOPS graphics Qualcomm Adreno GPU Qualcomm Adreno GPU Qualcomm Adreno GPU RAM memory 16, 24, 32 or 64 GB LPDDR5x 16, 24, 32 or 64 GB LPDDR5x 16, 24, 32 or 64 GB LPDDR5x storage Removable SSD 4th generation: 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB Removable SSD 4th generation: 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB Removable SSD 4th generation: 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB screen 13-inch PixelSense Flow touchscreen Resolution: 2880 × 1920 (267 dpi) Aspect ratio: 3:2 Contrast: 1M:1 (OLED) / 1300:1 (LCD) Dynamic refresh rate up to 120Hz Brightness: 600 nits SDR / 900 nits HDR peak (OLED) 10-point multi-touch Dolby Vision IQ reinforced glass 13.8-inch PixelSense Flow touchscreen Resolution: 2304 × 1536 (201 dpi) Aspect ratio: 3:2 Contrast: 1300:1 Dynamic refresh rate up to 120Hz Brightness: 600 nits 15-inch PixelSense Flow touchscreen Resolution: 3270 × 2180 (262 dpi) Aspect ratio: 3:2 Contrast: 1300:1 Dynamic refresh rate up to 120Hz Brightness: 600 nits camera Front: Surface Studio Camera QHD (1440p) wide angle Rear: 10 MP Ultra HD Surface Studio front camera Surface Studio front camera battery Up to 15.5 hours of local video playback Up to 20 hours of local video playback Up to 19 hours of local video playback ports 2 × USB-C / USB4 (charging, data and DisplayPort 1.4a up to three 4K monitors at 60 Hz) — Surface Connect port — Surface Pro keyboard port 2 × USB-C / USB4 — 1 × USB-A — Surface Connect port — 3.5 mm audio jack 2 × USB-C / USB4 — 1 × USB-A — Surface Connect port — 3.5 mm audio jack Connectivity dimensions Length: 287mm Width: 209mm Height: 9.3mm Length: 301mm Width: 220mm Height: 17.5mm Length: 329mm Width: 239mm Height: 18.3mm weight 895g (without keyboard) 1.36kg 1.66kg SW Windows 11 Windows 11 Windows 11 price From 1,599 euros From 1,699 euros From 1,799 euros Microsoft Surface Pro | 13″ LCD | Snapdragon® X2 Plus (10 Core) | 16GB RAM | 256GB SSD | Platinum | Windows 11 Home | Latest Model (12th edition) The price could vary. We earn commission from these links More powerful, more expensive, almost the same design The new Surface Pro (12th edition) and Surface Laptop (8th edition) arrive with 10-core Snapdragon X2 Plus and 12-core X2 Elite chips, replacing the X1 that they equipped 2024 models. Microsoft claims that Graphics performance improves up to 53% in the case of the Surface Pro and up to 58% in the Surface Laptop, according to tests carried out by the company itself. In terms of autonomy, the company promises up to 15.5 hours of local video playback on the Surface Pro and up to 20 hours on the 13.8-inch Surface Laptop. Figures that, if confirmed in real use, are very competitive in the Windows market. The Surface Pro starts at 1,599 euros and the Surface Laptop at 1,699 euros, both with 16 GB of RAM. There are also new features in terms of colors, as the 13.8-inch Surface Laptop debuts in the Jade color (a very pretty light green), and the Surface Pro arrives in Dune (something like bronze) with a matching keyboard. The problem is that, at the moment, through the Microsoft website we can only choose black and silver colors. On the other hand, the 15-inch model makes the jump from 201 to 262 pixels per inch on its screen. In addition, haptic feedback is added to the trackpad, a 24 GB RAM option which did not exist before, and the Surface Pro maintains the OLED screen as a premium option. Other than that, the design is essentially identical to the previous generation, with the same ports, same form factor, same 3:2 aspect ratio, and the Surface Laptop remains LCD-only, while the Pro offers OLED as an option. The price hit The Surface Laptop 7 was sold in 2024 for 1,199 euros in its entry configuration; The new Surface Laptop 8 starts 500 euros more expensive. The same happens with the new Surface Pro 12, which represents an increase of 400 euros compared to the Pro 11 at the time of its launch. Part of that rise has to do with the current component crisisespecially RAM shortage which has made the production chain of the entire industry more expensive (a situation to which Microsoft has partly contributed by putting its foot on the accelerator to build more AI data centers). To this we must add that the previous generation models had already suffered a price increase in April of this year, which means that the new generation comes out with an even higher starting point on that already corrected bar. To try to soften the blow, Microsoft is offering temporary promotions, such as a free keyboard with the Surface Pro, Arc Mouse with the Surface Laptop, and up to 250 euros off per device in exchange for an old computer. They are reasonable incentives, but in Spain, for example, we do not have them available, so they are subject to specific markets. And we must not forget that the 65 W charger is paid separately (+89.99 euros). What Microsoft has decided not to do Over all these years, Microsoft has oriented the … Read more

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BYD arrived with a clear premise: lead the electric car in Spain. Three years later, he has had no qualms about changing his strategy. They have proven that the plug-in hybrid is, for them, a perfect market niche for their interests. The best example: the two best-selling plug-in hybrids in Spain are theirs. Now comes a third alternative that also has a best-selling spirit. Plug-in hybridization in a segment forgotten by this technology. A price that no one can match and that part of the 25,200 euros but which, with aid and campaigns, remains at 18,700 euros. Does anyone give more than the BYD Dolphin G DM-i? BYD Dolphin G DM-i technical data sheet byd Dolphin (204 HP with 60.4 kWh battery) BODY TYPE. Compact five-seater SUV MEASUREMENTS AND WEIGHT. 4,160 meters long, 1,770 meters wide, 1,570 meters high and 2,700 meters wheelbase. Weight to be confirmed. TRUNK. 425 liters. MAXIMUM POWER. 156 kW (212 hp) WLTP CONSUMPTION. Active version: 2.6 l/100 km and 40 km of autonomy Boost, Comfort and Sport version: 1.4 l/100 km and 105 km of autonomy ENVIRONMENTAL DISTINCTIVE. Zero emissions DRIVING AIDS (ADAS). Automatic emergency braking, intelligent speed limit information, detection of vehicles in the blind spot, intelligent cruise control, LED lighting, 360º parking camera, rear parking sensors. OTHERS. Own software compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Google services starting with Boost version or higher. 10.1-inch (Active) and 12.8-inch (Boost, Comfort and Sport) screen. Heated seats and steering wheel. ELECTRIC HYBRID. No. Plug-in HYBRID. Yeah. Active version: 175 HP and 40 km of autonomy Boost, Comfort and Sport version: 212 HP and 105 km of autonomy electric No. price and release Now available without aid or discounts: Active: €25,200 Boost: €28,200 Comfort: €29,700 Sport: €30,700 Now available with (advance) aid and discounts: Active: €18,700 Boost: €21,376 Comfort: €22,846 Sport: €23,826 Very clear intentions “The plug-in hybrid for everyone” BYD’s claim in its press release directly points out what this new model in the Chinese company’s range wants to be. Given the success of BYD Seal U DM-i for those looking for a large plug-in hybrid SUV and the success of the BYD Atto 2 DM-i In a more contained size, the BYD Dolphin G DM-i arrives to position itself as the third angle of this triangle. And it is that he BYD Dolphin G DM-i wants to position itself in the market as one of the cheapest plug-in hybrids. And, above all, offer this technology at a price and with a size that no one covers right now. Manufacturers have abandoned the small car when it comes to offering plug-in hybridization because the product became too expensive and with the departure of the Renault Captur, the market was left orphaned. With just 4,160 meters long, this BYD Dolphin G DM-i will fill that gap with a car that starts at 25,200 euros before aid but which, with the discount campaigns and aid from the Auto+ Plan (they are approved but not yet delivered, BYD advances them) remains at just 18,700 euros. It is a price that has no rival. The most expensive option is 30,700 euros without aid or discounts and only 23,826 euros with the corresponding discounts. We address this point first because it is the most striking thing about a car that will have two engines. Both have a 1.5 four-cylinder engine that develops 95 HP and an electric motor with 163 HP and 210 Nm that will drive the car in most situations. The one known as BYD’s Dual Mode is designed to prioritize the use of the combustion engine as a generator, operating the car as a series hybrid. The most affordable option, Activateuses a small 7.42 kWh battery that is approved for 40 kilometers in completely electric mode. Above, the Comfort and Sport versions increase the battery capacity to 18.3 kWh and its range increases to 105 kilometers. In all versions, the combined range between gasoline and electricity aims to exceed 1,000 kilometers. As for charging power, the Active option only uses slow charging and remains at 3.3 kW. It is not a bad option if you are clear that you are only going to charge at night and you want to save by hiring less charging power in the home or garage, but filling it from 15% requires investing about three hours. The options Boost, Comfort and Sportthose with the large battery, support an alternating current charging power of 6.6 kW and fast charging reaches 39 kW. They can go from 10 to 80% electric autonomy in 26 minutes. These latest versions can be ordered with the Boost equipment that adds bidirectional charging. The car also wants to position itself as a vehicle for all types of uses. Its 425 liters available (adding cargo space under the floor) are a lot for such a small car and plug-in hybrid technology that eats up much of the available storage space. And inside it comes standard with front and rear parking sensors and a 10.1-inch screen. The top Boost version adds a 12.8-inch screen, heated front seats and steering wheel, and wireless charging for your mobile phone. And the Comfort versions already have a Google ecosystem integrated into the infotainment system, Head-Up Display and panoramic roof with curtain. Finally, the Sport trim adds some sportier specific details. Therefore, the BYD Dolphin G DM-i has everything to become a bestseller with a knockdown price. Its Comfort finish (the first with a large battery) starts at 29,700 euros but can stay below 23,000 with aid and an exit campaign. For that price, there is nothing like it on the market. Photos | BYD In Xataka | The cheapest plug-in hybrid cars you can buy (2026)

Steam Machine, information, technical sheet

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After years of rumors and a first failed attempt back in 2015, Valve is back at it with the Steam Machineits cube-shaped desktop console (or PC, depending on how you look at it) designed to bring the entire Steam library to your living room. The company presented it in November 2025 along with the new Steam Controller now the virtual reality glasses Steam Frameforming its own hardware ecosystem that revolves around Steam OS. Regarding its launch, however, things are still not going as well as Valve would have wanted. The global RAM memory crisis and components has disrupted its plans, delaying both the price and the final date. Despite this, the machinery is already in motion, because at least we already have the Steam Controller on sale and, according to Valve’s latest update, the console aims for release this summer. Below these lines we tell you everything that is known to date about the Steam Machine. What exactly is the Steam Machine? The Steam Machine is not a normal console, but a compact cube-shaped PC that runs SteamOS, Valve’s operating system based on Linux. The idea is that it works like a console (you plug it into the TV, take the controller and play), but with the flexibility of a computer underneath. It is, in essence, the tabletop older sister of the Steam Deck. In fact, Pierre-Loup Griffais, SteamOS developer, compared the experience with that of playing a Steam Deck connected to the dock, only with much more graphical muscle. Valve estimates that the Steam Machine offers about six times the power of the Steam Deck. Unlike the 2015 attempt (which depended on external manufacturers and never caught on), this time Valve has developed everything in-house: hardware, software and accessories. When is the Steam Machine released? This has been the great unknown for months. When it was announced in November 2025, Valve was talking about an “early 2026” release window for all three devices. However, the component crisis forced the company to be more cautious, starting to talk first about the “first half of 2026.” However, Valve has calmed the waters and in an official publication in Steam they assured that both the Steam Machine and the Steam Frame They will arrive this summer of 2026. It did so by expanding its Verified program to include both devices, where the company itself stated that both devices will go on sale during the summer. The Steam Controller was ahead of the rest and hit the market on May 4, 2026 for 99 euros. Valve decided to release its controller first, in part, to not force PC users to wait for the console and, according to explained Steve Cardinali, the company’s hardware engineer, because the controller does not depend on the RAM memory, which is strangling the production of the rest of the catalog. How much will the Steam Machine cost? Valve has not yet announced an official price, and The reason is directly linked to the memory and storage crisis. The company has acknowledged that the escalation in component prices has precisely delayed the confirmation of the cost. What Valve has dropped is its pricing philosophy. And the idea is to be in the range that it would cost to assemble a PC in parts with equivalent performance. In the initial presentation it was estimated that, due to the components it includes, the console could cost around $700. The problem is that, since then, DRAM prices have soared more than 170% year-on-yearas the VGC medium recalled, which makes it difficult to maintain any previous figure. Added to this is the information from journalist Mike Straw, from Insider Gaming, who point because Valve has been debating internally about the price and whether it would be willing to sell the device at a loss, at least in the short term. There will be two models depending on storage (512 GB and 2 TB), so a price range is foreseeable. Likewise, any number should be taken with caution until the official announcement. What specifications does the Steam Machine have? Image: IGN Inside, the Steam Machine features custom-designed AMD hardware. These are the specifications that Valve has confirmed: CPU: Semi-customized AMD Zen 4 with 6 cores and 12 threads, with a frequency of up to 4.8 GHz and a TDP of just 30 watts. GPU: Semi-custom AMD RDNA 3 with 28 compute units (CUs) and sustained clock speed up to 2.45 GHz, accompanied by 8 GB of GDDR6 VRAM. RAM memory: 16 GB of DDR5 (independent of VRAM, unlike the unified memory of the Steam Deck). Storage: NVMe SSD in 512 GB or 2 TB versions, expandable via microSD slot. The SSD goes in an M.2 slot accessible in the base. Performance goal: 4K at 60 FPS relying on AMD’s FSR scaling, with support for ray tracing. Refrigeration: a single 120 mm fan. Feeding: source integrated into the chassis, without external thief. Regarding its positioning, it is advisable to moderate expectations. Valve counted that The console will have the price of an entry-level gaming PCavoiding selling it as a graphic beast. Its advantage over the current generation of consoles is in the architecture, since Zen 4 and RDNA 3 They are much more modern than the Zen 2 and RDNA 2 that they mount PS5 and Xbox Series. The route designed for 4K, of course, involves generating the image at an internal resolution close to 1440p and scaling it using FSRmore than by moving that resolution natively. What design and size does it have? Image: Tom’s Hardware The Steam Machine is a compact black cube that measures approximately 156 x 152 x 162 mm and weighs about 2.6 kg, designed to go unnoticed under the television. In The front incorporates a customizable removable plate and a configurable LED stripin addition to the USB-A ports and the microSD slot. Video, network and power connectivity is concentrated behind it, next to the fan grill. According to they count from GamersNexus, that faceplate is magnetic plastic and … Read more

New LG Micro RGB evo AI MRGB96 2026, features, price and technical sheet

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If we look at a premium television today, we find a map that is increasingly difficult to read. OLED, Mini LED, the very expensive MicroLEDRGB MiniLED, Micro RGB: many names sound similar, but they don’t mean the same thing or promise to solve the same problems. And that difference matters, because we are not just talking about marketing, but about how the screen lights up, how color is reproduced and what viewing experience we can expect when we bring the TV into the living room. In this increasingly populated terrain now appears LG with the MRGB evo AI. The interesting thing is that the brand arrives when Micro RGB has already begun to move in the market. In Xataka we have seen it up close with the Samsung R95Hthe company’s first Micro RGB. The underlying idea is that the high-end LED range also begins to compete because of how the light behind the panel works. In other words, the fight is no longer just about having more inches or more brightness, but about better controlling how the color is generated. That’s where LG’s latest move for Spain comes in. The company has announced a family of premium LED televisions in sizes of 75, 86 and 100 incheswith the focus on color, brightness and large format. In its communication, LG insists that this proposal is based on the experience accumulated over years with its OLED televisions, especially in image processing and precision. Technical sheet of the LG Micro RGB evo AI MRGB96 2026 LG Micro RGB evo AI MRGB96 2026 panel 4K Micro RGBMicro RGB Backlight120Hz nativeVRR 165Hz inches available 75, 86 and 100 inches resolution 3,840 x 2,160 pixels image processor Alpha 11 AI 4K Gen3 with Dual AI Engine hdr Dolby Vision / HDR10 / HLG sound 2.2 channels40 wattsDolby Atmos connectivity 1 x Ethernet2 x USB 2.01 x digital optical output2 x RF input4 x HDMI with 4K 120 Hz support, eARC, VRR, ALLM, QMS and QFTeARC on HDMI 21 x IC slotSimplink HDMI CEC wireless connectivity Wi-Fi 6EBluetooth 5.3Apple AirPlayApple HomeGoogle CastLG ThinQGoogle Home operating system webOS 26 CONSUMPTION IN STANDBY Less than 0.5W dimensions 75 inchesWithout base: 1,673 x 963 x 44.9 mmWith base: 1,673 x 1,040 x 370 mm 86 inchesWithout base: 1,925 x 1,105 x 46.1 mmWith base: 1,925 x 1,174 x 370 mm 100 inchesInformation not available weight 75 inchesWithout base: 40.5 kgWith base: 48.7 kg 86 inchesWithout base: 56.1 kgWith base: 64.3 kg 100 inchesInformation not available price According to the LG Spain page:75 inches: 2,696.10 euros86 inches: 3,564.86 euros100 inches: 11,480.03 euros The high-end LED has changed: LG also wants to play with light and color To understand the proposal, it is advisable to separate the pieces well. LG’s Micro RGB technology continues to work on an LED base, but changes the way the panel is illuminated: instead of relying on a more traditional LED backlight, it uses a backlight made up of independently controlled red, green and blue LEDs. These LEDs, they promise, are smaller than the company’s own Mini LEDs and are designed to expand color reproduction. The key, therefore, is not in each pixel emitting light on its own, but in fine-tuning the lighting that comes from behind much more. Here appears the bridge that the brand wants to build with its most recognizable territory. The company claims that MRGB uses “OLED precision” to control each of the RGB LEDs on the backlighta way of presenting this technology as heir to part of its image experience, although applied to another family of televisions. The technical protagonist of this idea is the 3rd generation α11 4K processora family of chips associated with LG’s most ambitious televisions. The promise of the image relies, above all, on color. According to LG, this model is the first Micro RGB TV to obtain the triple certification of 100% TriColor color coverage by Intertek, with full coverage of BT.2020, DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB. We are talking about three color spaces that serve to measure how far a screen can go when reproducing different tones, from audiovisual standards to more demanding image uses. Added to this, always according to official information, are up to 13,104 Micro LEDs, 5,184 independent zones and a peak of up to 3,000 nits. The manufacturer also talks about Anti-glare Pro with a reduction of up to 98% in controlled conditions, a promise designed for those who watch television during the day or in brightly lit rooms. To that are added Dolby Vision for compatible HDR content, Dolby Atmos for surround sound and a design ready to stay against the wall. It is a less striking part than the backlight, but important to complete the audiovisual experience without limiting it only to color and brightness. Anyone who has used a recent LG television knows very well that webOS It is the basis of your interface. Here the difference is in the accompanying package: search with Gemini and Copilotvoice control, recommendations, virtual assistant and updates planned until 2031. LG also includes Shield to reinforce privacy, data security and system integrity. Operation relies once again on the Magic Pointer Remote, the remote control with a wireless pointer that allows you to move around the interface with a motion sensor and scroll wheel. If we buy a television of this type, we probably won’t do it just to watch movies or series with the highest quality possible. We also expect it to respond well when we connect a console, use a PC or access a cloud gaming service. There LG places several pieces on the table: VRR at 165Hza variable refresh rate that allows the screen to adapt its rhythm to the game signal to gain fluidity and avoid image jumps. Add to that Motion Booster up to 330 Hz, AMD FreeSync Premium and compatibility with GeForce NOW. Price and availability of the LG Micro RGB evo AI In the commercial section there is an important nuance. LG has not included prices in … Read more

It is no longer enough to count fingers to know if an image is made with AI. Now you have to learn technical drawing

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Detecting images generated by artificial intelligence has become a game of cat and mouse. And the worst thing is that it is going to get worse. For a time, we all began to focus on the hands and in the number of fingers that the AI ​​represented in the images of people through the diffusion mechanisms of the models. A few years ago it was obvious to see when an image was created by AI. Now, with image models and video increasingly precise, the task is much more complex. The good news is that there are still ways to detect if an image has been generated by AI, although seeing the pace at which the models advance, this may soon change again. Detecting them is less intuitive than before, but just pay attention to geometry, shadows and perspective. Basically, technical drawing. Who is behind this idea. Hany Farid, a specialist at the University of California at Berkeley and one of the world’s leading experts in image forensics, has spent more than two decades dedicated to determining whether a photo or video has been manipulated. Santiago Lyon, former director of photography for the Associated Press who now works in digital security at Adobe, describes Farid in a Science report as “a kind of dean of digital forensics”, precisely because he has been at it for so long. Farid helped found this discipline more than 20 years ago, and says that AI is the biggest challenge he has faced. Farid exemplifies his method with this image. If we draw a line towards the horizon between the tiles and the skirting boards, we see that the lines do not converge at a single point, which tells us that the image is generated by AI It’s hard to know what’s true and what’s not.. We are losing the ability to trust what we see. The combination of generative AI, capable of creating images almost indistinguishable from reality, and a warm regulation on social networks It makes the hoaxes amplify, making it increasingly difficult to know if what we are seeing is real or not. And in many cases, we don’t even care. Farid speaks directly of a “global war for truth”, with consequences for people, institutions and democracies. In a TED talk He said that he believes that the percentage of fake images on the Internet is close to 50%. It is no longer useful to focus on pixels. One of the first techniques Farid developed was based on the “noise” left by real cameras. An authentic photo is born from light hitting an electronic sensor; An AI image, on the other hand, emerges from a statistical process that converts random noise into an image consistent with the text requested. This very different origin left traces detectable at the pixel level. The problem is that generators have learned to imitate even those imperfections, sensor noise and lens artifacts. As explains Science report, many of Farid’s pioneering methods based on statistical relationships between pixels “no longer work well, if at all,” because AI images are created from scratch rather than edited over a previous photo. technical drawing. AI, says Farid, “doesn’t know physics, doesn’t know geometry, and does all kinds of atrocities.” And that’s where technical drawing comes in. According to Farid, these are the three fronts that we must examine: Vanishing points. In the real world, parallel lines (train tracks, floor tiles, the sides of a wall) converge toward a single point as they move further apart. It is a principle that artists have known for centuries, but that AI ignores because it does not understand three-dimensional space. If those lines don’t meet at a single point, the scene is physically impossible. Shades. The Sun is so far away that its rays reach the Earth practically parallel. That means that the lines connecting each object to the shadow it casts should also intersect at a point consistent with the position of the light. In many AI-generated images, those lines don’t even come close to crossing. Highlights. The same principle applies to mirrors, as lines connecting one point on an object to its reflection should converge at a vanishing point. When they don’t, the image is given away. The same thing happens in this image. If we draw a line that passes through both the vertices of each cube and the vertices of its projected shadow, we see that they do not converge at a single point either. Track accumulation. No technique is infallible on its own, and Farid insist in that the method consists of accumulating clues, as in an investigation. In his TED talk he exemplified this with an image made with AI of several soldiers looking forward. In it he detected the suspicious pattern in the noise, the absence of a coherent vanishing point on the walls and shadows that did not intersect. Three anomalies that gave clues that the image was not real. The underlying reason why this approach stands up better over time is that AI companies are not looking to fool forensic experts like Farid, but rather the average user, since we are at a much lower bar. As he himself says“the visual system forgives all kinds of nonsense in photos because it doesn’t care.” In this image, if we draw a line from a point in the figure to the same point reflected in the mirror, we see that the lines do not converge at a single point either. Doubts and limits. Not everyone in the field shares the same optimism. Some researchers reaffirm that each detection technique has a very short “useful life”, sometimes a few months, because AI improves very quickly. In fact, the famous mistakes on six-fingered hands disappeared in a flash. Farid, however, is skeptical that AI will ever master complex real-world physics, like an explosion, because simulating it is devilishly difficult and companies have little incentive to go that far. Still, he acknowledges that receives a dozen emails every day from journalists … Read more

New Oura Ring 5, features, price and technical sheet

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Why would you buy a smart ring? The most immediate answer is simple: because it can measure sleep, activity, heart rate and other health data without forcing us to carry another screen with us. But there is a second, equally important reason: if it is well thought out, it can be done without taking up the wrist, without replacing a traditional watch and without reminding us every moment that we carry technology on our bodies. The problem appears when that balance is broken and the product begins to look less like a conventional ring and more like a small piece of technology accepted on the finger. That’s where the Oura Ring 5 wants to make a move: not only does it promise to measure better, it also wants to be noticed less. Oura’s movement is going right in that direction. According to the companythe Oura Ring 5 has 40% less volume than the Oura Ring 4 and measures 6.09 mm wide and 2.28 mm thick. According to the information available, its weight ranges between 2 and 2.69 grams, depending on size. On paper, the difference may seem small because we are still talking about millimeters and grams, but in a product designed to be worn during the day, at night and during training, everything indicates that this cut should be noticeable. You’ll have to check it with the ring on your hand and on your finger, because that’s where you really decide if miniaturization changes the experience. A smaller ring, but not simpler This reduction does not come, at least according to the firm, from simply squeezing the same components into a thinner casing. The company assures that the Ring 5 has been redesigned from the inside, with an architecture designed to fit sensors, battery and electronics in a much more limited space. In his technical explanation, Oura talks about a domino effect: by modifying one part in such a small product, the rest of the design has to change too. The most delicate part of this redesign is in the sensors. Oura assures that the Ring 5 incorporates low-profile sensors to improve contact with the skin, more efficient LEDs and 12 signal paths designed to obtain more consistent readings on different fingers and skin tones. The company also claims that this generation can obtain a pulse signal up to 100 times stronger than that of wrist wearables, a fact that should be read as a brand argument, but that helps to understand why the finger continues to be an interesting territory to measure constants. Compared to the Oura Ring 4, Oura speaks of 12% more accuracy in nighttime HRV and 19% more accuracy in measuring heart rate during activities such as running, walking or cycling. All of this would be left half-done if the ring was not prepared to survive everyday use. The Ring 5 is made of titanium, a material Oura says it chose for its strength-to-weight ratio, and features a more scratch-resistant PVD coating than previous generations. Oura also presents it as water resistant up to 100 meters and with IP68 certification, so the brand proposes it as a device to sleep, train, swim or wear during the day without having to treat it as a fragile piece. Autonomy accompanies this approach of continuous use. Oura speaks of between 6 and 9 days of battery life on a charge, depending on size, and an optional case, sold separately, capable of providing up to five full charges. But the Ring 5 doesn’t just arrive with hardware changes: the company also announces new features such as Health Radar, GLP-1 Insights and AI-assisted personalized medical guidance in collaboration with Counsel Health. Price and availability In Spain, the Oura Ring 5 can be reserved from May 28, 2026 and reserved orders will begin to ship from June 4, 2026, according to Oura information for our market. Entry to the new generation starts at 429 euros, but goes up to 529 euros in various finishes. It is a relevant point because it is advisable to add the subscription to the price of the ring if we want to access the advanced functions of the platform. Silver: 429 euros Black: 429 euros Stealth: 529 euros Brushed Silver: 529 euros Gold: 529 euros Deep Rose: 529 euros It will be available in six finishes: Silver, Black, Stealth, Brushed Silver, Gold and Deep Rose. Images | Oura Ring In Xataka | No bracelet could connect to an Android and an iPhone at the same time. The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro: hold my cubata

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Xiaomi is making its debut, and it is one of the greats. For the first time, the company brings large appliances such as refrigerators and dishwashers to Spain, as well as new air conditioners, robot vacuum cleaners and TVs. But although its catalog is much larger, there is still room for the product that elevated the brand to where it is today: mobile phones, and be careful because The new generation ‘T’ comes with level specifications. Technical sheet of the Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro XIAOMI 17T XIAOMI 17T PRO DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 157.6 x 75.2 x 8.17mm 200g 162.2 x 77.5 x 8.25mm 219g SCREEN AMOLED 6.59 inches 1.5K 2,756 x 1,268 120Hz Corning Gorilla Glass 7i Maximum peak of 3,500 nits HDR10, Dolby Vision, Xiaomi Vision Care AMOLED 6.83 inches 1.5K 2,772 x 1,280 144Hz Corning Gorilla Glass 7i Maximum peak of 3,500 nits HDR10, Dolby Vision, Xiaomi Vision Care PROCESSOR MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 9500 3nm RAM MEMORY 12GB LPDDR5X 12GB LPDDR5X STORAGE 256/512GB 256/512GB/1TB SOFTWARE HyperOS, HyperAI Android 16 HyperOS, HyperAI Android 16 REAR CAMERAS Main: 50MP, f/1.7, OIS Telephoto: 50MP, f/3.0, OIS, 5x optical zoom (115mm), digital zoom up to 120x Wide angle: 12MP, f/2.2 Main: 50MP, f/1.67, OIS Telephoto: 50MP, f/3.0, OIS, 5x optical zoom (115mm), digital zoom up to 120x Wide angle: 12MP, f/2.2 FRONT CAMERA 32MP, f/2.2 32MP, f/2.2 BATTERY 6,500 mAh silicon-carbon HyperCharge 67W 7,000 mAh silicon-carbon HyperCharge 100W, 5W wireless CONNECTIVITY WiFi 6E, Dual SIM, 5G SA, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC WiFi 7, Dual SIM, 5G SA, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC others IP68 water resistance Dual speakers IP68 water resistance Dual speakers PRICE 12GB + 256GB: 749.99 euros. 12GB + 512GB: 799.99 euros 12GB + 256GB: 899.99 euros. 12GB + 512GB: 999.99 euros. 12GB + 1TB: 1,099.99 euros This is how Xiaomi makes money – they attract you and trap you Design, screen and camera Xiaomi 17T At the design level, both models have a very classic aesthetic line: rounded corners, straight metal frame and glass back. The camera module is square and is located in the upper left corner. The main difference comes with the Xiaomi 17T Pro is the largest and heaviest model of the family, reaching 219 grams, while the Xiaomi 17T stays at 200 grams, which is not exactly light either. Both have Gorilla Glass 7i and IP68 certification for water and dust resistance. In the screen section, we find differences in the size and also the refresh rate. The Pro model integrates a 6.83-inch AMOLED panel with a refresh rate of up to 144Hz, while the standard model stays at 6.59 inches and 120Hz. We notice the refresh rate in the fluidity of the screen when moving, although both are at a fairly high level so there should be no notable differences in daily use. Both feature Dolby Vision compatibility and TÜV Rheinland eye care certifications such as blue light and flicker reduction. Xiaomi 17T Pro In the cameras, the big news is that the Leica telephoto lens comes to both models. We are talking about a 50 megapixel sensor, under a lens with a focal length equivalent to 115 mm or a 5x optical zoom. In the previous generation, the Pro was the only one that had 5x zoom, it is appreciated that they equip them at this point. The main sensor is 50 megapixels, although it is not exactly the same: the 17T Pro has a 1/1.31-inch Light Fusion 950 and the normal one a 1/1.55-inch Light Fusion 800. The difference, therefore, is in the size and that has a notable impact on the quality of the images. In addition, the Xiaomi 17T Pro has a slightly brighter lens. They also have a 12-megapixel wide-angle camera and a 32-megapixel selfie camera. Power and autonomy The Xiaomi 17T Pro sets the standard with the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, a chip manufactured in a 3-nanometer process and capable of reaching clock speeds of up to 4.21GHz. According to Xiaomi, it offers 32% higher performance compared to the previous model. For its part, the Xiaomi 17T equips the MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra, 4 nanometers, which reaches a slightly lower maximum speed of 3.4GHz. This model improves performance by 25%. In terms of memory, both have 12 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, which allows speeds of up to 9600Mbps. However, while the standard model is offered in 12/256GB and 12/512GB versions, the Pro model adds a higher 12/1TB variant. They both have the Xiaomi 3D IceLoop cooling system which uses vapor-liquid separation technology to channel heat away from processing. Xiaomi 17T In software, the experience is identical. Both feature the Xiaomi HyperOS layer and integrate a strong package of artificial intelligence features under the Xiaomi HyperAI umbrella. Xiaomi bets on technology silicon-carbon what is catapulting autonomy resultsin addition to allowing slimmer designs. The Xiaomi 17T Pro has a 7,000mAh battery with support for 100W fast wired charging and 50W wireless charging. The Xiaomi 17T stays with 6,500 mAh and 67W fast wired charging. Price and availability of the Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro At the moment Xiaomi has not confirmed the exact date of going on sale, but we do know the prices and the colors in which it will be marketed. The Xiaomi 17T Pro will arrive in dark blue, dark purple and black; The Xiaomi 17T arrives in purple, opal white, blue and black. The prices are as follows: Xiaomi 17T Pro (12GB + 256GB): 899.99 euros Xiaomi 17T Pro (12GB + 512GB): 999.99 euros Xiaomi 17T Pro (12GB + 1TB): 1,099.99 euros Xiaomi 17T (12GB + 256GB): 749.99 euros Xiaomi 17T (12GB + 512GB): 799.99 euros Images | Xiaomi In Xataka | Xiaomi is burning stages at breakneck speed: it already has its second brand of electric cars ready, Skynomad

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Solid. If one word describes what it is the Omoda 7 is “solid”. Because it meets almost everything you expect from it. Because it complies in the vast majority of the sections. It does not dazzle but it does shine for its ability to maintain a very high level in most of its aspects. Like everyone, it has its cracks. But these cracks do not run the risk of penetrating, extending and breaking the mold. Omoda 7 technical sheet Omoda 7 shs BODY TYPE. five-seater SUV MEASUREMENTS AND WEIGHT. 4.66 meters long, 1.875 meters wide, 1.670 meters high. 2,720 meters of wheelbase. 1,945kg TRUNK. 537 liters. MAXIMUM POWER. 279 hp WLTP CONSUMPTION. 2.3 l/100 km 92 km of electric range ENVIRONMENTAL DISTINCTIVE. Zero emissions. DRIVING AIDS (ADAS). 19 ADAS driving aids, including adaptive cruise control. 540º camera. OTHERS. Own software compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. 15.6-inch screen (sliding on the top finish. 8.8-inch instrument panel and Head-Up Display. 50W wireless charging for mobile phones. Electric heated front seats. Sony sound system with eight speakers and four zones. Voice assistant that identifies the passenger’s position. ELECTRIC HYBRID. No. Plug-in HYBRID. Yeah. A 1.5 turbo combustion engine with 143 HP and two electric motors. 279 HP of combined power. electric No. price and release Now available from 42,900 euros before the Auto+ Plan aid. Omoda matches the maximum contribution of the Auto+ Plan. Price with exit campaign and aid: from 32,900 euros. Omoda 7 and the challenge of seating the customer A few days ago we counted on Xataka that 22% of electric cars purchased in the EU arrive from China. From Chinese and European manufacturers but from China. In order to prevent this from happening or, at least, to try to stop the wave and keep it at the current 22%, the European Union imposed tariffs on these cars. In that game of tug of war that is geopolitics, Europe left the door open to cars They do have combustion engines. Cigars and plug-in hybrids, claiming that the real Chinese state doping was limited to electric cars. Whether they are right or not, China took the door and kicked it down. With special attention to countries where value for money is most valued, Chinese manufacturers have put a lot of effort into positioning themselves as the cheap alternative to European ones. So far this yearthere are five Chinese cars among the 10 best-selling plug-in hybrids in Spain. The first two are BYD cars. The rest are from the Chery group with two representatives from Omoda and one from Ebro. One of them is the Omoda 7. And it is not coincidental. As in the case of BYD Seal U DM-iit is not a question of the car being cheaper than its rivals (with equal equipment), it is also the perception of quality that its interior exudes. For now, Chinese manufacturers continue to have the problem of breaking stereotypes and putting the potential customer in the driver’s seat. When they do, it is rare that they opt for a European or traditional firm. It remains to be seen if it is a fad or if we are an exception in Europe. What is certain is that their sales throughout the continent are growing and that, from what I speak with those close to me, Chinese brands are attractive because the customer feels that vehicles from European companies have become more expensive at the same rate that the quality of the materials has taken the opposite path. It is not a coincidence, it is an image and it is results And, as I said, if the brand manages to seat the potential customer inside an Omoda 7 like this, it has a lot to gain. Because the perceived quality of the materials is very good. On the steering wheel, different functions sit on the same piece but the touch is precise. In the central tunnel there are buttons for the basic climate controls, with a well-fitting and pleasant to the touch finish, especially the moving parts to raise and lower the temperature. The rest of the dashboard is dominated, of course, by a huge screen which in this case is 15.6 inches. A screen that moves if we slide our five fingers on the screen from one side to the other. Thus, we can send it to the co-pilot’s position (and return it to the driver, of course) thanks to a mechanized chain that cannot be seen. An artifice as unexpected as it is surprising that is sure to delight children. Is it practical? Well, relatively, if the co-pilot wants to change songs or look for an address, it will be easier with the screen in front, although it is not a drama to do it from the central position. Is it striking? Well, much more than practical and that’s where its charm lies. Screen in the co-pilot position Beyond the anecdote, the infotainment system remains as simple and practical as ever. The “home” screen has various widgets at the bottom that you can play with to manage the sound of the radio or music without diving into the menus. Additionally, it has a well-structured secondary menu but it requires some learning to remember that, for example, a negative point: regulating the position of the mirrors requires you to go through the screen. What I have noticed a good improvement in is compatibility with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. In this Omoda 7 the system runs very smoothly when we choose to use either of these two systems and I have not noticed jerks as I have experienced with other Chinese cars. Once in motion, the good feelings remain. The seat is well padded and is heated and ventilated. Options that in traditional brands, again, continue to add to the final bill. Like the Head-Up Display, which is also standard and works and is clearly read. The Omoda 7 SHS is a plug-in hybrid that uses the now “classic” system … Read more

Samsung Odyssey G8 G80H, features, price and technical sheet

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To what extent does the monitor matter when we talk about gaming? Much more than it seems when one looks only at the processor, graphics or console. The screen is the last link in that entire chain: there the power is translated into images, fluidity, detail and response. Samsung has made a move with a proposal that draws attention from the first piece of information: a Odyssey G8 which the company presents as “the industry’s first 6K gaming monitor.” The protagonist of this release is the G80HSthe 32-inch version of the Odyssey G8, a product that comes with a particularly ambitious technical sheet. The resolution is 6144 x 3456 pixels, with a density of 224 dpi. The format remains at 16:9, the panel is flat and the technology chosen is IPS, a base that seeks to combine sharpness, viewing angle and response. Samsung Odyssey G8 G80HS technical data sheet Samsung Odyssey G8 32″ (G80HS) Panel 32-inch Fast IPS 16:9 aspect ratio HDR10+ HDR10+ Gaming Resolution 6144 x 3456 pixels (6K) 3072 x 1728 pixels (3K) MAXIMUM REFRESH FREQUENCY 165Hz (6K) 330Hz (3K) typical brightness 350 nits contrast ratio 1,000:1 response time 1 (GTG) VIEWING ANGLES 178°(H) 178°(V) Color support sRGB 99% Up to 1 billion colors connectivity 1 x Display Port 2 x HDMI 2.1 1x USB-B upstream 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 Headphone output dimensions 714.5 x 595.4 x 263.9 mm (with base) weight 7.4 kilos (with base) price Unannounced The Odyssey G8 that stands out for its jump in resolution We talk about higher resolution, but does this always mean a better experience? The reality is that to really notice it content is missingdistance of use and equipment capable of moving the games. That said, the G80HS’s bet goes in a clear direction: offering a cleaner image, with finer contours and more room to work on the desktop. It is a very current approach, because many users no longer buy a monitor just to play: they are looking for a screen that can be used to edit, write, view content and then return to the game. The other half of the proposal is speed. Samsung proposes two paths: use the monitor in 6K at 165 Hz or go down to 3K to reach 330 Hz through Dual Mode. The refresh rate indicates how many times per second the image can be updated, so a higher number can translate into smoother movements. It makes sense that there are two modes, because not all titles ask for the same thing: a narrative game can benefit more from the detail, while a competitive one usually appreciates every extra fluidity. The chosen panel also helps to understand where the G80HS is going. Samsung talks about “Fast IPS“, a technology that seeks to combine good color reproduction, wide viewing angles and a quick response, three important points when the monitor is not always used from the front or only for gaming. The firm mentions 178 degrees of horizontal and vertical vision, support for up to 1 billion colors and 99% coverage of the sRGB space. The image is completed with HDR10 and HDR10+ Gaming, a set of compatibilities designed to improve the treatment of brightness and contrast. HDR10+ Gaming, remember, optimizes values ​​in real time to make details more visible in dark areas and brightly lit parts of the scene. In a game, this can make very specific differences: distinguishing an opponent better in a shadow, reading a nighttime environment more clearly, or better preserving the reading of a brightly lit area. On a screen with these characteristics, connectivity is also part of the experience. The G80HS includes DisplayPort 2.1, two HDMI 2.1one USB-B upstream port, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 and headphone output. In practice, this allows you to set up a desktop with a PC, other gaming devices and peripherals without depending so much on external adapters, although it is worth keeping one detail in mind: does not include speakers. Samsung also includes an ergonomic stand with height, tilt, swivel and pivot adjustment, plus VESA 100 x 100mm mounting support. It should be noted that the G80HS does not arrive alone, and that also helps to understand the breadth of Samsung’s launch. The new Odyssey family includes other models, such as a 27-inch G8 with 5K resolution at 180 Hz or up to 360 Hz in QHD through Dual Mode, in addition to OLED proposals such as the Odyssey OLED G8 and the Odyssey OLED G7. The company has also renewed the ViewFinity S8 line, more aimed at professional environments. Odyssey G8 G80H Price and Availability Samsung talks about the launch of its new generation of Odyssey and ViewFinity monitors, but in the information provided the price does not appear of the Odyssey G8 G80HS nor a specific date of commercial availability in Spain. What the company does indicate is that it is now possible to register on its website to discover the new Odyssey G8 line, the Odyssey OLED G7 and the ViewFinity S8, in addition to accessing the launch promotion. Images | Samsung In Xataka | First impressions of the TCL RM9L with RGB MiniLED: the alternative to OLED for large format screens

Fitbit Air, features, price and technical sheet

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Fitbit seemed to have remained in the background within the Google ecosystem, almost like a brand that remained there by inertia while the prominence fell to the PixelWatch. Now come back with Fitbit Aira simple and light bracelet, which points just in the opposite direction to that of many smart watches: fewer visible functions, less complications and a more contained price. The paradox is that this return of hardware also comes with a less obvious reading: the brand, loved by many users, is beginning to become increasingly diluted within the search giant. It is not just any release within the Google catalog. The Fitbit Air is Fitbit’s first hardware device in almost four years, so its arrival could be read as a small resurrection for the brand. But the entire movement points in another direction. Google bought Fitbit a few years ago for $2.1 billion and, since then, it has been bringing this technology increasingly closer to its own ecosystem. Now the step is even more visible: Google is already presenting the old Fitbit app under the name Google Health, a step that reveals part of its strategy. Fitbit Air technical sheet Fitbit Air dimensions and weight Length: 34.9mm Width: 17mm height: 8.3mm 5.2g without strap 12g with strap Memory Saves 7 days of detailed minute-by-minute motion data. Save 1 day of training data Save daily totals for the last 30 days Stores heart rate data in 2 second intervals battery and charging Up to 7 days of autonomy Lithium polymer battery Charge from 0 to 100% in 90 minutes connectivity Bluetooth 5.0 sensors Optical heart rate monitor Three-axis accelerometer Red and infrared sensors to monitor oxygen saturation (SpO2) On-device temperature sensor (skin temperature variation available in the Google Health app) vibration motor Endurance Water resistant up to 50 meters. colors Obsidian, mist gray, raspberry, lavender price From 99.99 euros A simple bracelet for a much more ambitious strategy Fitbit Air is quick to understand because it doesn’t try to do everything. It has no screen, it has no buttons and you don’t want to become another device to look at every few minutes. The idea is simpler: you put it on, wear it during the day or at night and let it record activity, sleep and some health metrics without asking you too much attention. We are looking at a product that weighs 12 grams with the strap and 5.2 grams without it, so Google’s promise seems to go in the direction of having more functions in sight as well as wearing something comfortable that almost disappears on the wrist. That simplicity doesn’t mean that the Fitbit Air arrives empty inside. It incorporates an optical heart rate sensor, gyroscope, accelerometer, blood oxygen sensor and skin temperature sensor for sleep monitoring. It also withstands immersion up to 50 meters and promises seven days of battery life on a charge, plus one day of use with five minutes plugged in. Another important detail is that it can work simultaneously with a Pixel Watch. So it doesn’t seem designed for you if you just want to respond to messages, receive notifications, or have a screen full of data on your wrist. That’s what smart watches are already for. But if you are looking for a simple way to measure your activity, your rest and some health signals without getting too complicated, Fitbit Air may be an option to consider. It also fits if you already have a Pixel Watch and prefer to leave the watch for the day, but wear something lighter to sleep or train. The other big change you will not notice on your wrist, but on your mobile. If you used Fitbit as a reference application, as we pointed out above, that space is renamed Google Health. Google’s idea is to bring together health monitoring, wellness data and personalized coaching, all in one place. The change also involves integrating Health Connect, the Android layer designed to organize health data between applications. On paper, it may seem like just a name change, but it says a lot about what’s happening: Fitbit continues to appear on the band, while the daily experience begins to move more and more towards Google. The subscription layer also changes location. Google explains that Fitbit Premium becomes Google Health Premium. This is where the most ambitious features come in, such as the personal health coach integrated with Gemini, plans that adapt to progress, rest and recovery, or the possibility of receiving more personalized information on well-being. Price and availability of Google Fitbit Air in Spain Google Fitbit Air can now be reserved in Spain from 99.99 euros. The device also includes a three-month trial of Google Health Premium for new members, with subsequent automatic renewal for 8.99 euros per month if not canceled. The colors and finishes available are the following: Obsidianwith matte black stainless steel buckle Fog graywith polished silver stainless steel buckle Raspberrywith polished champagne gold stainless steel buckle Lavenderwith polished silver stainless steel buckle Images | Google In Xataka | A Chinese company has created AI glasses without a camera. Their message is very simple: they are not spying on you.

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