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Tesla Regains Ground in the U.S. EV Market as Rivals Pull Back

New industry data reported by the Wall Street Journal and GuruFocus shows Tesla climbing back toward the majority of U.S. EV sales, even as some owners of competing models say they've moved away from the brand over Elon Musk's public persona.

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iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders Are Live: What Actually Ships on Day One

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are up for pre-order, with carrier deals and camera updates dominating early coverage. Here's what's confirmed versus what's still manufacturer messaging.

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Left-Handed Users Say Apple's New Foldable iPhone Duo Leaves Them Out

As reports swirl around Apple's newly unveiled foldable iPhone Duo, some left-handed users are voicing frustration that the device's ergonomics and controls appear optimized for right-handed use, according to aggregated media coverage led by the New York Post.

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Why So Many AI Researchers Think the Machines Could Kill Everyone

A widely discussed Wired report explains why a growing number of AI researchers—including people inside major labs—are increasingly alarmed about existential risk from advanced AI systems, citing rapid capability gains, recursive self-improvement, and autonomous 'agentic swarms.'

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Wired vs. Wireless Security Cameras: How to Choose the Right Setup for Your Home

Choosing between wired and wireless security cameras comes down to reliability, installation effort, video quality, and cost. Here's how the two approaches compare, based on reporting from The Ambient.

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How Does a Robot Vacuum Actually Work? Navigation, Mapping and Cleaning Explained

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