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Stuff.tv
22-05-2025
- Stuff.tv
This affordable smart doorbell is under $100 and lets AI answer the door for you
There are plenty of video doorbell options to pick from, but most can set you back hundreds – and that's before the monthly subscription. You can opt for some more affordable options, but they often offer fewer features. This Swann video doorbell offers plenty of features for a price under $100/£100, but that's not its most impressive trick. Swann's Evo video doorbell has an AI feature that can talk to your visitors on your behalf, and it might be one of the most impressive features I've ever seen. SwannShield is an AI voice assistant that actually talks back. It uses generative AI to engage with whoever's on your doorstep – whether it's a courier or someone with dubious intentions. You get to pre-programme responses ahead of time, and it delivers them with a surprisingly human-sounding voice. There are 8 accents and 3 moods to pick from, so your doorbell can sound however you'd like. It understands 100 languages, auto-detects what it's hearing, and responds in kind. Under the hood, Swann's Evo doorbell comes equipped with a 1.7MP camera that shoots in 2K HD. That's paired with a 140-degree wide-angle lens. Night vision's crammed in as well, with infrared capturing everything up to 5 metres away when the sun's long gone. Plus, there are True Detect sensors to spot movement and heat instead of being fooled by a gust of wind. You also get the usual 2-way audio, a rechargeable battery that won't conk out after a week, and an indoor chime that lets you know someone's at the door. Storage is refreshingly straightforward – just pop in a MicroSD card (up to 256GB), and you're good to go without forking out for a monthly cloud fee. The Evo Video Doorbell is available now directly from Swann and third-party retailers like Amazon – it'll set you back $99/£89.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Yahoo
LG's new mini-LED TVs include a wire-free wonder
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Quick Summary LG's 2025 QNED mini-LED TVs go on sale in May in the UK, US and Europe. The range runs from 50- to 100-inches and there's a wireless model with LG's Zero Connect box. Back in January, we reported that LG was planning to launch a range of premium QNED TVs with Evo branding for 2025. And now they're rolling out. That includes the most intriguing new model – one with wireless 144Hz video support. The QNED9M is the first LG QNED TV to come with the firm's True Wireless technology, previously exclusive to M-series OLEDs. Its Zero Connect box transmits audio and video without cables at up to 144Hz refresh rates, while still meeting AMD's criteria for a FreeSync Premium gaming experience. That means very low lag despite the wireless transmission, and could see it compare favourably against the best TVs out there. The refresh rate for the rest of the Evo QNEDs in the range is either 120Hz or 144Hz depending on the model. The 55- and 60-inch QNED87, QNED86 and QNED85 have 120Hz, while the 65-, 75-, 86- and 100-inch models have 144Hz. All models sport LG's mini-LED QNED displays and the latest generation of its Alpha AI processor (in the QNED9M, QNED85 and QNED92) and AI Picture Pro optimisation. All run webOS 25. There's dynamic tone mapping for fine-tuning the brightness and contrast, virtual 9.1.2 surround sound, an AI object enhancer for enhanced detail and in a nice touch, AI personalisation for each user of the TV. LG's Picture/Sound Wizard can recommend audio and video mode for each individual profile. You can switch between them via voice recognition, as well as with the remote. If you're familiar with LG's remote controls you'll already know about its mouse-like control, and the remote here also has an AI button for voice recognition and navigation. The TVs will go on sale next month in the US, Korea and European countries, with other territories following later this year. Different models are currently available to order in different countries. LG UK is currently listing the QNED85 only, with prices of £1,099 for 55-inches, £1,399 for 65- and £2,099 for the 75-inch model. In the US, the 55-inch QNED82A is $599, whilethe flagship 100-inch QNED85A is $4,999. LG Australia currently lists two of the new Evo QNED TVs for pre-order – the 65-inch QNED81 at AU$1,899 and the 100-inch QNED86A at AU$8,999.
The Advertiser
26-04-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Volkswagen kickstarts model onslaught in China with three concepts
At the 2025 Shanghai motor show , Volkwagen unveiled not one but three almost production-ready concept cars: the ID. Aura, ID. Era, and ID. Evo.
Scottish Sun
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Used sports cars: Discover the best used sports cars on Sun Motors from £200pm Mazdas to £230K Lamborghinis
Fast and Furious Used sports cars: Discover the best used sports cars on Sun Motors from £200pm Mazdas to £230K Lamborghinis Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SPORTS cars are the kings and queens of the road, delivering fast acceleration, high top speeds and lots of smiles. Owning a sports car used to be a dream for most motorists, but financing options like PCP and HP mean that today, many more of us can afford a sports car. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 OK, it's not cheap to buy and own a sports car, but you can pick up a BMW, Mercedes, Mazda and Porsche sports car for the same monthly payment as a family saloon. Don't believe us? We'll take you through the reasons why buying a used sports car is best, some tips for buying with confidence and our top 5 favourite sports cars. New vs used sports car Sports cars are expensive and exclusive. That's sort of the point, isn't it? The average sports car loses over half of its value in the first three years, says Evo. That might sound frightening, but it's pretty standard for used cars. It means that you'll be able to pick up a bargain if you're not worried about the plate. If you choose to buy used, get one with a full dealer service history and do your research. Sports cars can have a hard life, with engine and component wear difficult to spot, especially for amateurs. Buy a well-maintained sports car and you could bag a bargain that could turn into a pretty good investment over the long term. Why buy new? You get to create the car of your dreams, specifying the colour, specifications, internal trim and extras. Is it worth the extra cost? You can decide. Most read in Buy MICRO MOTORS Best used small cars: Discover the tiny motors with MASSIVE savings Benefits of owning a sports car Sports cars, performance cars and luxury cars can deliver an incredible driving experience. Rapid acceleration, high top speeds and comfortable cruising are all reasons why we choose to overlook the lack of space and practicality. Sports cars look cool. You know it, and we know it. Owning a sports car is more than the driving experience, it's the lifestyle. You become part of an exclusive club, in some cases, literally – with owners clubs a big part of the joy of owning a performance car for many people. Sure, sports cars are expensive to buy and run and are often impractical, but you know all that. Buying a sports car is led by the heart, not the head. What to look for when buying a used sports car When buying a sports car, there's likely to be no such thing as a bargain. Here are some of the things you should look for: Mileage and service history: Always buy a sports car (ideally a low-mileage one) with a full service history. This ensures the right parts have been used and that all recalls have been performed. Always buy a sports car (ideally a low-mileage one) with a full service history. This ensures the right parts have been used and that all recalls have been performed. Previous owners: Avoid cars that have been owned by driving experience providers, for example. (Check out this amazing video by Mat Armstrong to learn why.) Avoid cars that have been owned by driving experience providers, for example. (Check out this amazing video by Mat Armstrong to learn why.) Dealer reputation: Buy a sports car from a main dealer or performance car specialist, if possible. Buy a sports car from a main dealer or performance car specialist, if possible. Warranty: Check out any warranty, including mileage and other conditions, before buying. Check out any warranty, including mileage and other conditions, before buying. Insurance costs: Please, please, please check out insurance costs before buying a luxury car. Please, please, please check out insurance costs before buying a luxury car. Practicality: We don't want to be boring, but is a sports car really suitable for your needs? Five of the best used sports cars available on Sun Motors We could spend all day on this list, but we have to make a choice. So, these are five of the best sports cars available on Sun Motors today *in our opinion*. We all have different preferences when it comes to sports cars, so use this list as inspiration before starting your own search. Cheap, cheerful and cool: Mazda MX-5 1.5 SKYACTIV-G SE-L 6 2022 Mazda Mazda MX-5 1.5 SKYACTIV-G SE-L Euro 6 Is it a sports car or a roadster? We don't care when it's this fun. The Mazda MX5 has spent years topping the charts as an affordable and fun sporty driver. Practical and sporty: Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0 6 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0 It's not a top-down, wind in your sports car, but it's got sport in the name, so we think this 2024 model is worthy of the list. In fact, the Range Rover Sport is a stylish, competent and capable daily driver that can switch, in an instant, into a bit of a beast. Even better, it's a plug-in hybrid, which means you're cutting your carbon footprint, too. Mid-range monster: Porsche Boxster 24V S PDK 6 Porsche Boxster 24V S PDK The Porsche Boxster is a classic design that's more affordable to buy and maintain than a 911. This low-mileage, semi-automatic Boxster is in amazing condition and could prove a canny investment, with Porsche values holding up well over the long-term. High-performance beast: 2022 Lamborghini Aventador ULTIMAE 2-Door 6 2022 Lamborghini Aventador ULTIMAE 2-Door A 6.5 litre engine sits at the heart of the canary yellow supercar, powering it to almost 200 mph. It's very much fast and furious, with a price tag to match. If you can afford £7,950 a month in repayments, this could be yours. I mean, who needs a house? Dream car: Aston Martin DB11 Coupe 5.2 6 Aston Martin DB11 Coupe 5.2 This Aston Martin DB11 blends the classic elegance of previous models with all the stuff you'd want in a modern supercar. The DB11 is truly the stuff of dreams… Used sports car FAQS Where can I buy a used sports car? Performance cars are packed full of complex technology, advanced engineering and highly-tuned engines. If you're an engineer or expert, you can scour the free ads for a bargain. But if you're like the rest of us, it's much better to buy from a trusted dealer. Dealers, like those featured on Sun Motors, will have thoroughly checked and serviced every sports car before it's put up for sale. You can have confidence in the quality of the car and that it's 100% honest and ready for the road. Of course, sometimes things happen and cars can go wrong. If you buy from a dealer, you're covered by the Consumer Rights Act 2015 which provides cover and redress. Buy privately, and you're on your own. Caveat emptor and all that. What are the best used sports cars to buy? Thinking with our heads, the lowest depreciating sports cars include the Lamborghini Urus, Range Rover Sport and Porsche 911, says Which?. So these are the best to buy, right? The traditional measures of 'the best' (low cost, fuel efficiency, and so on) are irrelevant. So, what are the best used cars to buy? It depends on you, and entirely on you. Since you asked, we prefer classically styled and elegant cars, like the Aston Martin Vantage, Jaguar F-Type and old school Mercedes SLK. We wouldn't be seen dead in a £230,000 Lamborghini Huracan (mostly because we'd struggle to get in and out of it). But if you love it, buy that one. That's what owning a sports car is all about. Should I buy a sports car? You're a grown-up and can do what you want with your money, but if you're thinking about purchasing a sports car, here are a few things to consider: Purchase cost: Sports cars aren't cheap. And if a sports car is cheap, it's likely to need a lot of work. Can you afford it? Sports cars aren't cheap. And if a sports car is cheap, it's likely to need a lot of work. Can you afford it? Running costs: Fuel, servicing and repairs are also much higher with sports cars. We're talking about thousands of pounds, so ensure you've got the cash or buy a cheaper car. Fuel, servicing and repairs are also much higher with sports cars. We're talking about thousands of pounds, so ensure you've got the cash or buy a cheaper car. Depreciation: Sports cars can depreciate quickly and be hard to sell. Consider this before signing on the dotted line. Sports cars can depreciate quickly and be hard to sell. Consider this before signing on the dotted line. Insurance costs: A sports car will cost more to insure than a family saloon. In some cases, much more. A sports car will cost more to insure than a family saloon. In some cases, much more. Storage: It's unlikely you'll want to leave a sports car on the street, so off-road parking like a garage is important. It's unlikely you'll want to leave a sports car on the street, so off-road parking like a garage is important. Speed & safety: With great power comes great responsibility. Drive carefully or you could find yourself counting the costs of penalty points, speeding fines and more. With great power comes great responsibility. Drive carefully or you could find yourself counting the costs of penalty points, speeding fines and more. Convenience: Sports cars are small and built for speed. There's likely to be limited space for passengers and luggage. Are sports cars better for the city or outskirts? Sports cars are at their best when they're loaded with a full tank of fuel and a completely open road. Unfortunately, it's unlikely you'll ever find that in the UK (unless you do a track day and turn up first). Driving a sports car in the city can quickly become a frustrating experience. You could find it challenging to stick to low speeds, driving over speed bumps might leave you praying and you'll never want to leave it in a supermarket car park. What is the best time of year to buy a sports car? Sports cars are synonymous with summer, so it's likely you'll get a better deal in the winter. But don't expect massive discounts, with specialist dealers often sticking to their prices. You can learn more about how the seasons impact car sales in this Sun Motors guide. Is buying a sports car different from a normal car? On the one hand, a car is a car so it's the same. On the other hand, sports cars are complex and costly pieces of machinery that can – and do – go wrong. The key is to do your research and ensure that you have total confidence in the car and the dealer before making a deal.
New York Times
22-04-2025
- Science
- New York Times
We Don't Like Laundry Detergent Sheets. But These Tiles Impressed Us.
Andrea Barnes/NYT Wirecutter We put Evo tiles through our typical laundry detergent tests. First, we test dissolvability in cold water. This test gives us an idea of how well a detergent will perform during cold-water washing, which is one of the most energy-efficient (and environmentally conscious) choices you can make when doing laundry. (Our top laundry detergent picks—powders, liquids, and pods—are all strong performers in cold water.) Tide Evo tiles passed the test, dissolving fully and quickly (within seconds) in 70 °F water. Tide Evo tiles dissolve within seconds of cold water hitting the washing-machine drum. Andrea Barnes/NYT Wirecutter To test stain removal, we use two industrial stain tests: a jersey-cotton stain monitor and a linen stain strip. These are soiled with an array of hard-to-clean substances, such as carbon black (a mixture of soot and mineral oil), wine, cocoa, pig blood, sebum (body oil), foundation, peat, grass, baby food, and turmeric. We added both the stain monitor and the stain strip to a 10-pound load of laundry. Then we tossed in a T-shirt stained with bacon grease and pepperoni pizza to evaluate odor removal. We washed this load with one Evo tile on a cold-water cycle. After the wash cycle ended, we removed the stain tests to air-dry, and we dried the rest of the load—including the shirt stained with bacon grease and pizza—in the dryer. After the tests dried, we compared them to the stain-test results of similar solid, single-dose detergents: Earth Breeze detergent sheets and Tide Pods Free & Gentle Laundry Detergent. We also folded the dried laundry load, paying close attention to the scent of the laundry itself and making notes of which odors lingered after laundering. Like pods or detergent tablets, Evo tiles can be thrown directly into the drum. Andrea Barnes/NYT Wirecutter Finally, we repeated our stain and odor protocol, but we used two Evo tiles to see whether doubling up would result in more-powerful cleaning. After an extra 30 minutes, the suds finally dissipated. Andrea Barnes/NYT Wirecutter Though stain removal was improved when we used two tiles, we don't recommend this method for very stained laundry. The suds from using two tiles filled the machine drum with a deluge of bubbles and lengthened the wash cycle. Instead, you're better off pretreating moderate to severe stains with a separate stain remover.
