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The article highlights eight underrated smart car gadgets that enhance safety, convenience, and entertainment, including GPS trackers, voice assistants, smart chargers, LED lights, tire pressure monitors, diagnostic tools, radar detectors, and smart air fresheners, making driving more enjoyable and manageable.
Google has updated the LED light behavior on its Nest Audio, Mini, and Home Mini devices with the Gemini for Home voice assistant, introducing a rainbow gradient for Nest Audio when detecting the hotword, while other devices retain their existing light patterns. The update is rolling out to devices in the US with firmware version 3.77.x.
Apple has acknowledged a rare camera glitch in the new iPhone 17 series, where bright LED lights can cause small blacked-out areas in photos. The issue is expected to be fixed in a future software update, but users should be cautious when photographing bright LED displays. Despite this, early reviews praise the phones' camera capabilities, especially the new Center Stage selfie camera.
A camera glitch causing white squiggles and black patches has been observed on the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17, especially under bright LED lights. Apple has acknowledged the issue as a software bug and plans to fix it in the upcoming iOS 26.1 update, but users should be cautious when taking photos in bright lighting conditions until then.
Samsung has released two new party speakers, the Sound Tower ST50F and ST40F, featuring prominent LED light strips and dynamic lighting patterns, with the ST50F offering higher power and battery life, priced at $699.99 and $499.99 respectively.
LEDs often fail prematurely due to factors like heat buildup, poor electrical power quality, old sockets, high humidity, incompatible dimmers, and manufacturing quality issues. While LED lifespan claims are estimates, proper installation, ventilation, and choosing reputable brands can help maximize their longevity.
LED bulbs often fail earlier than their rated lifespan due to factors like heat, poor electrical power quality, old sockets, high humidity, incompatible dimmers, and manufacturing quality issues. Proper installation, choosing high-quality bulbs, and managing environmental conditions can help maximize their lifespan.
Australian researchers have found that wrapping seal-shaped decoys in bright LED lights can deter great white sharks by disrupting their silhouette, a technique they plan to test on surfboards. While previous shark deterrents have shown mixed results, this new approach aims to reduce shark attacks by making surfers less visible to sharks. However, experts caution against over-reliance on such technology, as sharks use multiple senses to detect prey and are generally not interested in humans.
Australian scientists have found that attaching LED lights to the bottom of surfboards may deter great white shark attacks by distorting the silhouette of surfers, making them less likely to be mistaken for seals. The study, conducted in South Africa, suggests that this non-invasive method could be an effective alternative to nets or drones. Researchers are now developing prototype lighting strips for further testing on surfboards and kayaks.
A study led by Macquarie University suggests that LED lights on the underside of surfboards can deter great white shark attacks by disrupting their ability to see silhouettes against sunlight. The research, conducted in South Africa, found that horizontal LED stripes were effective in making decoys less recognizable as prey. This approach could potentially reduce shark attacks on surfers, though further research is needed to test its effectiveness on other shark species like bull and tiger sharks.
The $2.3 billion Sphere arena in Las Vegas, the largest spherical structure in the world, has been dazzling crowds with its innovative and mesmerizing displays since its debut on the Fourth of July. The venue features 1.2 million LED lights that transform it into a gigantic display, while inside, a 16k-resolution curved screen provides a mind-blowing visual experience. Despite reporting an operating loss of $98.4 million, the CEO remains optimistic about its profitability, citing the success of U2 concerts and other events. Plans are underway to replicate the structure in London, although locals have expressed concerns about its impact on the surroundings.
A startup called StealthTransit has developed a solution to combat light pollution caused by LED streetlights. Their technology, called DarkSkyProtector, consists of a device that makes LED lights flicker at a high frequency, a GPS receiver, and a specially designed shutter on the telescope's camera. The system was tested on a 24-inch telescope in the Caucasus Mountains and reduced unwanted sky glow in astronomical images by 94%. The technology could potentially be used to filter out lights from nearby towns and villages as well. While not yet ready for commercial use, StealthTransit hopes to have a product available for larger telescopes in the next five to seven years.
The mysterious pink glow illuminating the skies over East Yorkshire, which some believed to be the Northern Lights or even extraterrestrial activity, has been revealed to be caused by LED lights used for growing plants. The UK's largest plant propagator, Plant Raisers, installed the pink LED lights to manipulate day-length and maximize plant growth. The lights have not been visible until now due to an energy crisis that forced the company to invest in LED lights, resulting in the pink hue. The lights have significantly reduced the firm's energy bill and improved plant quality.
The rapid adoption of LED lighting in the United States is causing an increase in light pollution, making it harder to see the stars. New research shows that the night sky is getting 10% brighter every year, with LED lighting being a major contributor. The problem is widespread, affecting not only big cities but also suburban and rural areas. Excessive artificial light not only obscures the stars but also disrupts sleep cycles, contributes to health issues, affects insect populations, and causes bird deaths. Efforts are being made to combat light pollution, such as the Greater Big Bend International Dark Sky Reserve in Texas, where communities are switching to amber-colored streetlights and implementing downward-pointing covers. Awareness and action are key to reversing light pollution.
New energy efficiency rules have taken effect in the United States, prohibiting the sale of most incandescent light bulbs. The rules require light bulbs to meet a minimum standard of producing 45 lumens per watt, effectively favoring LED lights. LED lights have already contributed to lower electricity demand and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. The Department of Energy estimates that Americans will collectively save nearly $3 billion annually on utility bills with the new rules in place. The shift to LED lights is expected to have little fanfare as most retailers have already removed inefficient bulbs from their shelves. The regulations will also cut carbon dioxide emissions by 222 million metric tons over the next three decades.