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Tesla denies report that it is going back into the battery swap, takes jab at NIO in the process

March 2, 2021
Tesla was rumored to be going back into the battery swap business, this time in China, but the automaker is now denying the report and took a jab at NIO in the process. In 2014, Tesla demonstrated the ability to quickly and automatically swap battery packs in Model S and Model X vehicles. The technology was touted as a faster way to get a fully charged battery pack and an alternative to DC fast…
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How this thin, flexible film converts any light into clean energy – Q&A

March 2, 2021
The Biden administration is calling for action in order to stem climate change for a wide range of sectors, and that of course includes buildings and transport as major emitters. It’s going to require the rapid implementation of innovative new ideas and products. Enter ready-to-roll – literally – “organic energy company” GO-OPV. All the products and applications are manufactured by…
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Photos of Dubai Window Cleaners That Will Make Your Palms Sweaty

March 1, 2021
Photographer Albert Dros was photographing the infamous and elusive fog in Dubai recently when had the opportunity photograph window cleaners dangling from the ultra-tall skyscrapers. The job and Dros’ resulting photos are not for the faint of heart. “On February 16th, I found myself on a rooftop on an early morning in Dubai,” Dros tells PetaPixel. “It was another beautiful foggy morning…
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Google Photos Contradicts ‘High Quality’ Promises With Recent Messaging

March 1, 2021
As Google Photos transitions away from its free unlimited storage model, the company is starting to push users towards higher-paid tiers through disingenuous marketing. In a recent subscriber email, Google goes back on original promises and states “high quality” may not actually be high quality. According to Forbes, Google sent out an email outlining the new premium editing features available…
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