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Mercedes will withdraw from Formula E at end of 2022 season

August 18, 2021
Mercedes has announced that they will pull out of Formula E at the end of next season, the 2021-2022 race season. The announcement comes just after the conclusion of this year’s Formula E season, which saw Mercedes win both the Teams’ and Drivers’ championship (via Nyck de Vries) last weekend. Mercedes first started its Formula E involvement in season 5 by partnering with HWA Racelab.
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EGEB: Solar could make up 40% of US power by 2035 – Biden administration

August 18, 2021
In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): If Congress provides tax credits for the solar industry, it could grow rapidly by 2035. First Solar breaks ground on a $680 million, 3.3 GW solar factory in Ohio. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates. Tesla now offers price matching, so it’s important to…
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Rokinon / Samyang AF 24mm F1.8 FE sample gallery

August 18, 2021
The Rokinon / Samyang AF 24mm F1.8 FE is a fast-aperture, wide-angle autofocus prime lens for Sony’s E-mount mirrorless cameras. We’ve tested it on a 61MP Sony a7R IV, but it’s also compatible with the company’s APS-C mirrorless cameras as well. From…
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Intel is Dropping Development of its AI-Powered RealSense Cameras

August 18, 2021
Intel’s RealSense cameras were originally designed for touch-free interactions but pivoted to specifically facial recognition in January. Today, Intel confirmed that it is “winding down” its high-tech camera and sensor development to focus on its core chip business. In a statement to CRN, Intel says that it has decided to pull the plug on camera and sensor development. While perhaps…
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Video: 20 pieces of video gear that cost less than $20

August 18, 2021
Getting into filmmaking isn’t cheap. But it doesn’t necessarily have to be expensive either. To highlight how you can get decent gear on a budget, Caleb Pike of DSLR Video Shooter has shared a helpful video showcasing 20 pieces of filmmaking equipment that costs less than $20. The 12-minute video is part buying guide and part mini-review, with Pike sharing anecdotes about his experience using…
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