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Smartphone Photography Needs Real Optics Again

Smartphones replaced point-and-shoots because convenience won. But convenience has limits. After watching a hands-on session with the X300 Pro Photographer Kit, I’m convinced: real optics belong back in our pockets.

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Phictly Targets Niche Fandom Communities

A new platform is betting that smaller is better for fans who want to talk about books, shows, and movies without ruining the plot. Phictly, launched this week, says it

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Microsoft Strikes $9.7B Cloud Deal

Microsoft has signed an estimated $9.7 billion cloud services agreement with IREN, an artificial intelligence cloud provider, to tap into Nvidia chips as demand for AI computing continues to surge.

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China Eases Rare Earth Permit Approvals

China is expected to ease approvals for rare earth export permits to U.S. buyers after a trade war truce reached on Monday, according to people familiar with the process. The

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Record-Breaking Black Hole Flare Observed

Scientists reported the brightest flare yet seen from a black hole, signaling a dramatic event in deep space and a potential opening to new physics. The discovery, shared by researchers

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Bush Honors Cheney At Funeral Service

Former President George W. Bush paid tribute to former Vice President Dick Cheney at a funeral service, calling him a trusted partner and a loyal friend. Bush reflected on their