2026-08-16

Optima tackles AI benchmarking's biggest flaw by letting users test models against their own data

Artificial Analysis has launched Optima, a platform that lets users build custom AI benchmarks from their own data and workflows. Models can be compared not just on quality but also on cost and time per task. For agent-based applications, those metrics often tell you more than raw token pricing.<br /> The article Optima tackles AI benchmarking's biggest flaw by letting users test models [...]

2026-08-16

From styling your hair to drying your socks — 5 ways to use your portable fan in between heatwaves

Don't toss your fan in a drawer when the temperature eventually starts to drop a little — it can do so much more than just keep you cool. [...]

2026-08-16

Photoroom AI photo editor review: A one-click wonder for making product shots unmissable on your ecommerce store

With an emphasis on the pro-side of photo editing now, Photoroom is designed for anyone running an online business looking to make product images more enticing. [...]

2026-08-16

Want delicious lattes the easy way? I'm a certified barista, and these are the top 3 milk frothers I recommend for perfect results every time

Whether you prefer dairy or plant-based milk, an electric milk frother is your shortcut to perfect cappuccinos and lattes. [...]

2026-08-16

‘Never get blindsided by an empty battery’: I was pleased with the OnePlus Nord CE5's performance and camera, but its battery life is the part that truly impressed me in real-world testing

The Nord CE5 outperforms some rival affordable phones in terms of performance and photography — but it's the battery life that really sets it apart. [...]

2026-08-16

I tested a cheap Dolby Atmos 5.1 soundbar system with real speakers — here’s where it impressed me, and where it fell short of the competition

The Ultimea Poseidon D60 is an affordable Dolby Atmos soundbar system, but it doesn’t come without a few trade-offs. [...]

2026-08-16

There's a sneaky way to watch UFC 330 for $1

We've found a sneaky way to stream UFC 330 virtually for free, as Islam Makhachev faces Ian Machado Garry and Mackenzie Dern meets Gillian Robertson. [...]

2026-08-16

Ukraine's new secret drone weapon could be this 25g antenna, capable of transmitting over an incredible range

Ukraine's BlueBird Tech unveils lightweight antenna for drones, monitoring equipment, measurement systems, and ground-based robotic platforms. [...]

2026-08-16

Dolby says Dolby Vision 2 HDR should come to cheaper TVs than the original — and the basic version is less expensive to license than Dolby Vision 2 Max to achieve that

Dolby Vision 2 Max replaces Dolby Vision 1, while Dolby Vision 2 is meant for a new breed of budget TV — and Dolby says its the best-value picture upgrade that manufacturers can get. [...]