Slack has released an update for its iOS app, introducing four new widgets for a smoother experience on iPhone. The widgets include a Catch Up and Status widget for the Home Screen, and a Lock Screen widget for quick access to the messaging app. The Catch Up widget displays the number of unread messages and mentions, allowing users to tap directly into Slack's Catch Up function.

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Saudi Arabia Holding Co. plans to deploy thousands of eCopter aircraft from FlyNow Aviation to transport the public during the Riyadh Expo 2030. The aircraft will initially carry cargo before flying people around the kingdom. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is competing with Dubai to become the hub for next-generation air travel, especially electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) technology.

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The Electrek American Solar Challenge (ASC) is a biennial collegiate competition where teams design, build, and drive solar-powered vehicles across the United States. The 2024 event, sponsored by Electrek, features 16 teams that departed from Nashville, TN, and will travel over 1,550 miles to Casper, WY, using only energy from the sun.

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Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, has delayed the rollout of the Tesla Optimus humanoid robot. The robot was initially expected to be released earlier, but Musk has restructured the company around its AI products, including the humanoid robot. The Optimus Gen 2 was unveiled last year, and Tesla aims to use the robot in various industrial and commercial purposes, as well as in consumers' homes.

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Rivian's R2 electric SUV has surpassed 100,000 pre-orders since its introduction in March. The R2, priced at $45,000, is nearly half the cost of Rivian's current R1S and R1T models. CEO RJ Scaringe unveiled the R2, which is expected to expand Rivian's market and attract new buyers with its lower price tag.

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Apple is introducing a redesigned and restructured Photos app in iOS 18, which will be subject to scrutiny due to its impact on apps used by nearly every iPhone owner. The new app features a completely new layout and navigation. The major change is not the AI image generation tool, Image Playground, but rather the overhaul of the Photos app.

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Apple has deals on the M2 iPad Air and iPad Pro Wi-Fi + Cell, with the 256GB M2 iPad Air dropping to $769.99 shipped, and the 13-inch entry-level iPad Pro Wi-Fi + Cell variant getting $110 off. The deals also include a new low on Belkin's 2-in-1 BoostCharge Pro MagSafe charger and the pink AirPods Max.

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Google has released a new Chromecast device with Google TV, a platform that aims to simplify the process of finding and watching favorite content. The device has a remote control, a departure from previous Chromecast models that relied on smartphone and tablet control.

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Google introduced the Chromecast with Google TV (4K) in late 2020, which transformed the streaming experience with a full-fledged interface and remote control. Nearly four years later, the device's longevity is evaluated, and it is found to have aged well. The Nvidia Shield TV is considered the best buy for most streaming setups, unless the latest updates are a must.

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BYD, China's leading EV maker, launched the M6, the first electric MPV in Indonesia, at the 31st Indonesia International Motor Show. The M6 is available in three trims, with prices starting at 379,000,000 RP ($23,400). The electric vehicle features 55.4 kWh or 71.8 kWh BYD Blade batteries.

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