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US-made electric powersports company Volcon unveils 35 mph electric minibike for kids

February 5, 2021
If you’ve already heard of Texas-based Volcon, it’s probably for the company’s epic-looking off-road electric motorcycle known as the Grunt. But now the company is unveiling a new scaled-down version for kids, which is adorably called the Runt. The Runt definitely looks like a mini Grunt. It maintains the high-volume fat tires in smaller diameter, and also drops the power and speed. While…
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Google working to improve Meet and Zoom video calling performance on Chromebooks

February 5, 2021
Remote learning today involves a lot of video calls, and Google is working to improve Meet, as well as Zoom, performance on Chromebooks. Efforts are focused on boosting program efficiencies and making live optimizations. Making sure devices can handle video conferences all day while running various apps and software that require a lot of power is incredibly important. That’s why we’ve been…
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Report: Google looking to limit data collection, tracking in Android apps

February 5, 2021
In the coming months, Apple will require app developers to disclose and make tracking opt-in. A new report today says Google is considering similar privacy measures for Android. According to Bloomberg, “Google is exploring an alternative to Apple Inc.’s new anti-tracking feature.” It is specifically looking to limit data collection and cross-app tracking as users become more aware about…
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Empire State Building owner’s portfolio now on 100% wind power

February 5, 2021
New York City’s iconic Empire State Building and other buildings in its owner’s portfolio are all now powered entirely by wind, making it the US’ largest real estate user of 100% renewable energy. Empire State Realty Trust’s big move Empire State Realty Trust (ESRT) has made a deal to purchase wind power from renewable energy provider Green Mountain Energy and Direct Energy. Both are…
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