Author: Kavish
After every good party comes a hangover (if you can’t avoid one, anyway) and September’s electric-vehicle sales blowout led to some nasty headaches for carmakers in October. And already, after one month, people are writing the obituary for the EV in America. But is it that simple? Did EVs just never stand a chance without help from the $7,500 tax credit? I don’t think that’s the case—but I do think that larger economic forces are at work here that the American auto industry needs to address sooner than later. On this week’s Plugged-In Podcast, Senior Editor Tim Levin and I dig…
Rivian has given its founder and CEO RJ Scaringe a new performance-based stock award that could ultimately be worth around $5 billion if all the underlying goals are met, according to a new filing. Scaringe’s salary is also being doubled to $2 million per year, and he was given a 10% stake in Rivian’s newest spinout Mind Robotics, the filing shows. The announcement comes just one day after Tesla shareholders voted to approve a compensation package for its CEO Elon Musk that could be worth $1 trillion — the largest in corporate history. Unlike Musk’s pay package, Scaringe’s isn’t subject…
| Published: Friday, November 7, 2025, 17:35 [IST] OPPO is all set to unveil the Reno15 series in China. The brand has officially confirmed the launch date for its next-gen Reno series phones. Here’s everything we should know about the upcoming Reno15 series.OPPO Reno15 Series Launch Date AnnouncedOPPO took to its official Weibo handle to confirm that the Reno15 series will be launching in China on November 10. While the brand hasn’t shared any key details regarding the upcoming models, leaks and rumours have given us enough of an idea of what to expect:OPPO Reno15 Series:…
Pokemon Legends: Z-A came out just three weeks ago, but it’s already getting additional content in the form of the new Diancie side quest and the Mega Dimension DLC, now scheduled for release on December 10. Many fans are wondering how to get Diancie in Pokemon Legends: Z-A due to the Pokemon’s incredibly low catch rate (and the fact that it fits the color scheme of Heal Balls, which have a low catch rate as well), though the critter is not yet usable in ranked battles. Things will dramatically change come December 10, as several returning Pokemon become available and…
Toyota’s next-generation electric vehicle batteries could vastly improve the driving range and charging speeds compared to today’s packs. The company is reportedly working on cells that can last four decades and be reused multiple times during that period. The aging will happen with minimal energy degradation, the company claims. Writing about solid-state batteries feels like waiting for a train that’s always five minutes away, but it never actually arrives. Automakers have been developing these ‘holy grail’ batteries for years, but we’re yet to see a real-world mass-market application. The bold claims, however, continue to land much faster than the tech itself.…
Alongside the launch of the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and Air in September, Apple also introduced its first crossbody strap, which allows you to wear your iPhone similar to how you’d carry a small shoulder bag, with the strap lying diagonally across your body. The $59 accessory so far has received mixed reviews, with some saying it’s useful and convenient, while others have decided it’s definitely not an accessory they’d like to use. Some have also debated whether the strap makes iPhone owners more of a target for thieves as it advertises you’re carrying a nice, new smartphone, or whether…
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton late on Thursday said he is suing online gaming platform Roblox over child safety concerns, accusing the company of “deceiving parents about the dangers of its platform.” In a statement, Paxton alleged that Roblox chooses to prioritize “pixel pedophiles” and profit over the safety of children, and said the platform has become a “breeding ground for predators.” “We cannot allow platforms like Roblox to continue operating as digital playgrounds for predators,” Paxton said. “Roblox must do more to protect kids from sick and twisted freaks hiding behind a screen. Any corporation that enables child abuse…
MINI India announced the launch of the all-electric MINI Countryman SE All4, marking the model’s debut in the Indian market. Priced at ₹66,90,000 (ex-showroom), the Countryman SE All4 will be available as a completely built-up unit (CBU). Bookings open immediately at authorised MINI dealerships across the country, and deliveries start right away. Mr. Hardeep Singh Brar, President and CEO, BMW Group India, described the new electric MINI as the perfect mix of adventure and sustainability. “The new MINI Countryman SE All4 is full of confidence and adventure. It’s electric, fun to drive, and perfect for exploring both the city and…
| Published: Friday, November 7, 2025, 19:36 [IST] OnePlus is preparing to launch its next flagship, the OnePlus 15, on November 13, and this time the focus isn’t just on raw power—it’s on endurance and everyday consistency. The company is teasing a mix of hardware improvements and small but meaningful refinements that could make a real difference in long-term use.The OnePlus 15 will arrive globally as one of the first phones powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. But beyond that, it’s also introducing what OnePlus calls a “triple-chip architecture,” combining the main chipset…
On Friday, Amazon announced the debut of Amazon Bazaar, a new low-cost shopping destination for Asia, Africa, and Latin America that will be available separately from the main Amazon shopping app. On Bazaar, most products are available under $10, and some are as low as $2, the retailer says. The product selection, available now on Android and iOS, will be available in its own app that’s available in Hong Kong, the Philippines, Taiwan, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Peru, Ecuador, Argentina, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and Nigeria. Amazon says more markets will gain access to the app in the months ahead.…