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Taara Beam Delivers 25Gbps Internet Via Near-Infrared Light
technology2 days ago

Taara Beam Delivers 25Gbps Internet Via Near-Infrared Light

Alphabet spinoff Taara unveils the Taara Beam, a 17‑pound device that beams up to 25Gbps of fiber‑like internet over the air using near‑infrared light for distances up to 10 km, aimed at ISPs and carriers. It’s smaller and easier to deploy than the older Lightbridge, supports rooftop or tower mounting, and is deployed in 20+ countries with partners like T‑Mobile and Airtel; a wider showcase is planned at MWC amid weather‑related reliability concerns, with pricing varying by geography and models including hardware and connectivity‑as‑a‑service.

Verizon outage hits voice and data across the Eastern U.S.
technology1 month ago

Verizon outage hits voice and data across the Eastern U.S.

Verizon faced a network outage that blocked voice calls and wireless data for many customers, primarily in the eastern United States, while text messages largely worked. DownDetector spikes and posts from Verizon indicated engineers were investigating the issue, with some reports of partial restoration later in the day. T-Mobile and AT&T reported no issues. The outage is a developing story with ongoing monitoring and updates.

Verizon Hit by Widespread Outage Halting Calls Nationwide
technology1 month ago

Verizon Hit by Widespread Outage Halting Calls Nationwide

Verizon is experiencing a major wireless outage that’s disrupting voice and data services for many customers, with Downdetector showing rapid spikes in complaints (from ~15k to ~177k within hours). The outage affects major cities like New York, Chicago, Boston, DC, and Seattle; some iPhones show SOS mode due to lack of signal. Verizon says engineers are investigating and advises checking their Network Status page for updates.

Aura Launches Cordless Color E Ink Digital Photo Frame with Warm Display
technology4 months ago

Aura Launches Cordless Color E Ink Digital Photo Frame with Warm Display

Aura has introduced its first color E Ink digital photo frame, the Aura Ink, featuring a 13.3-inch Spectra 6 panel designed for wall mounting with months-long battery life, offering a cord-free experience, though at a steep $499 price point. The device aims to display family photos with convincing color, addressing previous limitations of E Ink technology, but some photos may not look optimal, and the price is high for a first-generation product.