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Nissan unveils new approach to electrified powertrain development
Nissan today unveiled its new approach to electrified powertrain development called X-in-1. Under the approach, core EV and e-POWER powertrain components will be shared and modularized, resulting in a 30% reduction, compared to 2019, in development and manufacturing costs by 2026. Through the X-in-1 approach, Nissan aims to further increase the competitiveness of its EV…
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Nikon unveils Nikkor Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S lens with built-in 1.4x teleconverter
Nikon today announced the release of the NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S, a fast, super-telephoto prime lens that is compatible with full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras for which the Nikon Z mount system has been adopted. The NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S, the super-telephoto prime lens which belongs to the S-Line of NIKKOR…
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The coolest tech gadgets that one can buy
With the years that pass technology makes strides and to quote Ariel from the little mermaid “gadgets and gizmos’ a plenty!” Almost every other year new gadgets from major to minor tech companies are launched worldwide and the cultural impact can be widespread and be immense or minor. A few of the tech gadgets that…
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Nissan/NISMO reveals Nissan Z GT4 based on the all-new Nissan Z
Nissan Motor and NMC (Nissan Motorsports & Customizing Co., Ltd) today revealed the Nissan Z GT4, based on the all-new Nissan Z. GT4-spec racing machines are based on production vehicles, modified for severe competition use. To that end, NMC’s NISMO Racing Division took the street version of the new Z – which is receiving acclaim…
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Casio PX-S1100 Digital Piano Feels and Sounds Like a Grand Piano
Casio America announced today the release of the PX-S1100, the latest addition to the award-winning Privia PX-S series of digital pianos. The PX-S1100 replaces the PX-S1000, one of the top-selling digital pianos on the market today and earned its reputation for sound and features that punch far above its price class. The new model retains…
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Epson Announces binocular see through smart glasses that displays a 120 inch full HD screen
Epson today announced MOVERO smart glass BT-40 that displays a full HD screen equivalent to 120 inches from the binocular see-through smart glasses. BT-40 allows user to enjoy a large-screen viewing in front of him just by wearing them like glasses. Besides BT-40, Epson announced BT-40S compatible with Google Play. BT-40S comes with a pocket size…
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Seiko Announces Limited Edition Seiko Astron GPS Solar Watch in Collaboration with Honda e
Seiko announced today limited edition of GPS Solar watch SBXC 075, in collaboration with Honda’s first full-scale mass-produced EV “Honda e. The limited high-end collection Revolution Line of the GPS solar watch from Seiko Astron will be available in Japan only. Only 300 pieces will be available from September 26th for 540,000 yen ($5095) in…
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Covid-19 Diagnostic Based on MIT Technology Might be tested on Patient Samples Soon
As more Covid-19 cases appear in the United States and around the world, the need for fast, easy-to-use diagnostic tests is becoming ever more pressing. A startup company spun out from MIT is now working on a paper-based test that can deliver results in under half an hour, based on technology developed at MIT’s Institute…
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Epson Develops Compact, Lightweight Spectroscopic Camera to Automate Color Inspections
Epson has developed an optimal solution for color management processes with a compact, lightweight spectroscopic camera that can be integrated into manufacturing lines that can automate and quantify inspections, and output images without the time and trouble of compositing. Differences in color can occur between products in different production lots in ordinary manufacturing processes. A…