High-speed in-flight satellite internet is set to become significantly more common over the coming years. American Airlines has finalized an agreement with Starlink to equip more than 500 of its narrow-body aircraft with advanced connectivity, with the rollout scheduled to begin in early 2027. According to the commercial carrier, the upgrade to Starlink wireless technology…
LG Display will bring its latest OLED roadmap to Los Angeles this week, with the first public showcase of its third-generation Tandem OLED technology at SID Display Week 2026. The display industry trade show will take place May 5–7 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, with the exhibition located in the South Hall. For readers…
Flying taxis always sounded like one of those futuristic ideas that looked good in articles, movies and concept videos but never quite arrived in real life. This week, that future came a little closer. Joby Aviation, which we covered before, began a series of piloted electric air taxi demonstration flights in New York, flying between…
At NTT Research Upgrade 2026, I met the team behind NTT Anode Energy’s research on hydrogen pipeline transportation. They showed me a section of the resin-based pipe the company plans to insert into existing underground telecom conduits, which helped me better understand how the technology will be deployed. Hydrogen is often presented as a promising…
Volkswagen has announced a significant strategic shift in its North American operations by terminating the production of the ID.4 electric SUV at its Chattanooga plant in Tennessee. This decision marks a pivot from the company’s previous aggressive electrification goals toward high-volume, internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, specifically focusing on the upcoming second-generation Volkswagen Atlas. The…
Tesla’s highly anticipated integration of Apple CarPlay has hit a significant technical roadblock, according to reports from industry analyst Mark Gurman. While initial expectations suggested a launch by early 2026, compatibility hurdles between Tesla’s proprietary software and Apple’s ecosystem have stalled the rollout. Tesla’s objective is to run CarPlay within a dedicated window inside its…
Apple is reportedly preparing to expand CarPlay by allowing third-party AI assistants to support voice interactions in a future update, according to Bloomberg. This change would enable developers such as OpenAI and Google to bring CarPlay-compatible versions of their AI apps, including ChatGPT and Gemini, into Apple’s in-car platform. Currently, Siri handles most voice-based tasks…
A growing number of automakers are scaling back or removing support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in newly launched vehicles. The move reflects a broader shift in how manufacturers approach in-car connectivity, with increasing emphasis on proprietary infotainment systems designed to offer deeper integration with vehicle functions. Even as smartphone mirroring technologies continue to…
Lemonade says it will reduce per-mile insurance rates by about 50% for Tesla drivers when Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system is engaged, using vehicle telemetry to distinguish between human-driven and FSD-driven miles. The insurer described the offering as “Autonomous Car Insurance,” built on its pay-per-mile model. Lemonade’s collaboration with Tesla gives the insurer access to…
BYD continues to expand its presence in the electric vehicle segment, particularly in China, with the introduction of a new model that highlights the company’s technological ambition and design evolution. The manufacturer is preparing to launch another fully electric sedan: the BYD Seal 07 EV, classified as a mid-size model and aimed at consumers seeking…
