Whether it’s to keep the lights on after a natural disaster or just to avoid peak energy rates, more people than ever are adding battery energy storage to their home solar systems — but li-ion batteries aren’t the only option. The new WATT Fuel Cell uses the natural gas connection your home already has to generate power when you need it.
Technically a solid oxide fuel cell, the WATT unit…
Tesla rental fleet that bought into Elon Musk's self-driving lies goes bankrupt due to depreciation
December 23, 2025
Dutch leasing company Mistergreen, known for its “Tesla only” fleet and bold bets on a future of autonomous robotaxis, is reportedly facing bankruptcy. The company’s financial collapse highlights the danger of buying into Elon Musk’s claims that Tesla vehicles would…
Toyota’s latest move in its work to harm the environment involves an internal platform where it uses video games to spread propaganda among its North American employees, enticing them with prizes to join lobbying efforts to loosen environmental rules around the automotive…
DOD needs more consistent Indo-Pacific deterrence funding, GAO says
December 23, 2025
As the U.S. military continues to build up forces to deter China in the increasingly contested Indo-Pacific region, a recent Government Accountability Office report claims that clear guidance on how it funds those deterrence efforts has yet to be provided.
Each year, the Defense Department selects programs, equipment, research and support initiatives to include in the annual Pacific Deterrence…
Pentagon counter-drone task force plans Golden Dome link
December 23, 2025
The Joint Interagency Task Force 401, established by the Pentagon as the military’s lead counter-drone organization, plans to share data with the Golden Dome missile defense project to defend against threats from larger drones, U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Matt Ross, director of…
Sweden hastens Gripen deep-strike punch with Taurus missiles
December 23, 2025
MONTREAL — Sweden will soon have the capability to conduct deep strikes far behind enemy lines, as the Gripen will be integrated with the German-made Taurus cruise missile earlier than planned, the Swedish air chief said.
“We have reprioritized and done work to ensure…
Plastic laptops aren’t bad, actually
December 23, 2025
I’ve reviewed a lot of laptops for PCWorld, and I’ve held laptops made of so many materials in my hands: Metal, plastic, carbon fiber, and even ceramic. People often think of plastic as a cheap, creaky material. But modern plastic laptops usually feel good in my hands. In many cases, a plastic laptop chassis is even better than a metal one!
When many people think “plastic laptop,” they…
At a glance
Expert’s Rating
Pros
Solid typing with huge gasket mount
Lots of features
Hot-swap sockets
Cons
A little pricey
Few software options
Our Verdict
The Alto Keys K98M is a great upgrade for Logitech boards dedicated to quality typing. Thanks to…
Displace Wireless Pro 2 TVs will feature local AI to enhance privacy
December 23, 2025
One of the drawbacks to most AI implementations is that much of the processing is performed in the cloud, which usually means uploading your personal information to servers you have no control over. That raises a host of privacy concerns for many, including yours truly. Is…
Leon Kennedy’s Requiem Look Turns Him into a ‘Hot Uncle’
December 17, 2025
The Resident Evil Requiem from The Game Awards finally confirmed that Leon S. Kennedy will return as the game’s second playable protagonist. Although he has aged a bit since we last saw him, Japanese fans have been taking to social media to praise Leon’s suave, older look.
Slated for a multiplatform release on February 27, 2026, Resident Evil Requiem is the ninth mainline title in Capcom’s…
