Apple’s MacBook Pro Goes OLED and Touch With PROLED XDR

Posted on October 31, 2026October 31, 2026 by IE Contributor

A previous-generation 16-inch MacBook Pro (M2 Max), shown for reference; the new PROLED XDR models keep the familiar silhouette in a thinner, lighter body. Photo: SimonWaldherr, via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. For more than a decade, Apple resisted putting a touchscreen on the Mac. On October 28, 2026, it changed course. The new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display brings two firsts to Apple's pro laptop: a tandem OLED screen and touch input. It is one of the biggest redesigns of the Mac...

‘CANOO’ – Pickup Trucks

Posted on October 1, 2022October 1, 2022 by 41629066

Canoo is an American automotive startup based in Torrance, California that develops and manufactures electric vehicles, and plans to sell a lifestyle vehicle in the year 2022. The company also plans to produce commercial electric vehicles such as vans for vehicle rental and ride sharing services.. The company has engineering services located in Torrance, California, near Los Angeles, California. The company has developed breakthrough Multi-Purpose Platforms and digital ecosystems that are re...

Scientists at Steady High Magnetic Field Facility (SHMFF) in Hefei, China have developed a steady field of 45.22 Tesla, the highest steady magnetic field by a working magnet in the world.

Posted on September 10, 2022September 10, 2022 by 41629066

The hybrid magnet at the Steady High Magnetic Field Facility (SHMFF) in Hefei, China set a world record for the highest steady magnetic field by a working magnet when it produced a steady field of 45.22 tesla (T) on Aug. 12. It broke the previous world record of 45 tesla set in 1999 by a hybrid magnet at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory of the United States. This 45.22-tesla hybrid magnet is composed of a resistive insert nested in a superconducting outsert with a bore of 32 mm...

Exeger’s Powerfoyle flexible solar cell technology that can blend seamlessly in to any device

Posted on August 13, 2022August 13, 2022 by 41629066

Powerfoyle material is flexible, durable and reliable solar cell technology and can blend seamlessly in to any device without compromise on the tactile or visual design. The patented solar cell technology is not sensitive to diffuse light or partial shading and performs when the light comes from wide angles. It is efficient in indoor and outdoor light. Exeger is a Swedish company with a unique solar cell technology that converts all forms of light into electrical energy. With its resilie...

Urbanista’s solar-powered headphones

Posted on August 13, 2022August 13, 2022 by 41629066

Urbanista is a Swedish lifestyle audio brand. It has developed solar powered in earphones by using Powerfoyle technology to charge the company's latest Phoenix true wireless earbuds. The World's first self-charging wireless headphones powered by Exeger Powerfoyle solar cell material Los Angeles constantly charges whenever exposed to light, either outdoors or indoors, providing you with virtually infinite playetime Los Angeles is powered by Exeger Powerfoyle. groundbreaking technolo...

Nagoya Institute of Technology scientists in Japan have devised a method to transfor Fish Scales Into Carbon Nano-onions

Posted on August 13, 2022August 13, 2022 by 41629066

Carbon Nano-onions - The development of nanoscale materials is an important area of research as it provides access to materials with unique properties that can be applied to improve quality of life. Multi-layer fullerenes, also known as carbon nano-onions (CNOs) are an exciting class of nanostructures which show great versatility and applicability. They find applications in several fields of technology and biomedicine. Nagoya Institute of Technology scientists in Japan have devised a method...

Zap Energy Inc’s – FuZE-Q reactor that uses an electromagnetic field nuclear fusion to build modular, garage-sized reactors.

Posted on July 2, 2022July 2, 2022 by 41629066

Seattle-based Zap Energy is using a lesser-known approach to nuclear fusion to build modular, garage-sized reactors. Zap Energy is building a cheap, compact, scalable fusion reactor with potentially the shortest path to commercially viable fusion and orders of magnitude less capital than traditional approaches. The conceptual basis for the technology was developed at the University of Washington led by Uri Shumlak. Zap Energy formed following the positive initial results achieved by the F...

Skarper has developed e-bike conversion kit to transform a regular bike into an high-performance e-bike.

Posted on June 25, 2022June 25, 2022 by 41629066

Skarper, a United Kingdom-based startup, announced the inaugural Skarper system, an electric bike conversion kit. This kit transforms any disc brake bike into a pedal-assisted EV after a quick and easy installation. The system works by connecting to proprietary tabs that fasten it onto the chainstay of the bike, allowing it to increase the speed. An ultralight, clip-on drive system technology, DiskDrive™ avoids the many limitations of existing eBike drive systems. https://youtu.be/gij4KM...

‘Heat Battery’ A heat battery based on salt and water – Eindhoven University of Technology

Posted on May 15, 2022May 15, 2022 by 41629066

The heat battery is based on an old thermochemical principle, which is that when water is added to salt it produces heat. The reverse is also possible, whereby heat can be used to evaporate the water, thus storing the heat energy inside the salt. Storing heat within dry salt makes the battery completely loss-free, providing an incredibly efficient way to store energy for future use. This is particularly useful when energy supply is coming from renewable sources, such as wind and solar, which...

Uni-Solar PVL-136 136 Watt Triple Junction 24V Flexible Solar Panel

Posted on April 23, 2022April 23, 2022 by 41629066

Uni-Solar panels are lightweight, flexible and directly adhere to many roofing surfaces avoiding penetrations. Each cell is connected to each other via bypass diodes. Therefore, if one cell is shaded or soiled, only the power output of this one shaded cell is lost - usually less than 4.5%.These panels are less than 1/5th the weight of crystalline solar panels and are designed for membrane and metal roofing system applications. Uni-Solar PVL-136 136W 24-Volt Flexible Amorphous Solar Panel...

Pedal-powered generator

Posted on April 23, 2022April 23, 2022 by 41629066

K-TOR® designs and manufactures human powered portable energy generators that serve as portable outlets to provide electrical power on the go. Their power generators are driven by human bio-mechanical energy. They provide reliable, self-sustainable power anywhere, anytime. https://youtu.be/cLS5LWN-63w Human powered energy technology from K-TOR® is the new face of alternative energy. Complementing existing wind and solar technologies, K-TOR® generators deliver sustainable, green power wh...

‘Lightelligence’ – fully integrated optical computing systems that leverages the speed, power, and efficiency of light.

Posted on April 9, 2022April 9, 2022 by 41629066

Lightelligence build optical chips that empower the next generation of high-performance computing tasks by processing information with light, their chips offer ultra high speed, low latency, and low power consumption representing orders of magnitude improvement over traditional electronic architectures. https://youtu.be/Cc0KowZ1UEQ Artificial Neural Networks are computational network models inspired by signal processing in the brain. These models have dramatically improved the p...

‘CarGenerator’ – Your vehicle can be a backup power solution

Posted on April 3, 2022April 3, 2022 by 41629066

CarGeneratorTM is a cool new product the size of a backpack which transforms your gas or diesel car or truck into a backup electric generator. You can power your home furnace in winter, your fridges in summer, plus computers, internet routers, a few lights, and more for 2-3 days or more. Portable, lightweight just 16 pounds, rain/snow weatherproof, take it camping or RV’ing to watch TV, recharge your RV batteries at full speed like plugging into grid power, and lots more. You get...

Renogy Flexible Solar Panel

Posted on January 29, 2022January 29, 2022 by 41629066

Renogy Flexible Solar Panel are highly flexible, lightweight panel that can easily be installed on curved surfaces. Traditional solar panels are rigid and often enclosed in tempered glass. The Renogy 100W Flexible Solar Panel is anything but traditional. Perfect for marine use or placement on top of a van or vehicle, the Renogy 100W Lightweight Solar Panel is thin and capable of flexing up to 248 degrees. https://youtu.be/jq4QrFaMfHc At 4 pounds, this flexible solar panel weighs ...

‘Oceas’ Incredibly Compact Outdoor Mylar Emergency Blankets

Posted on December 19, 2021December 19, 2021 by 41629066

Oceas Mylar Emergency Blanket that is a portable Pocket Blanket which provides a dry, clean space anywhere outdoors. Emergency Blankets are designed to keep you warm in almost any situation - camping, hiking, backpacking, trail running, and marathons. https://youtu.be/NX0rrQa_m_4 Completely waterproof, practically puncture-proof & conveniently pocket-sized, the pocket blanket is built to take on the elements. Built to keep your body warm in extreme climates, mylar was designed...

‘KITE Bricks’ – SMART BRICK to build houses with Lego-style bricks

Posted on December 19, 2021December 19, 2021 by 41629066

Smart Brick is a revolutionary brick and the basis of a new construction system covered by issued and pending US patents. The brick is amenable for building houses, buildings, bridges and more.. The block is constructed of high-strength concrete with unique properties that allow for the building of truly ecological structures, with large savings in electricity expenses associated with seasonal heating and cooling. The block allows for faster, cheaper, more precise, and stronger building than...

‘Super-Capacitor’ – Smaller Than Dust Particle that can pack the same voltage as a battery

Posted on October 2, 2021October 2, 2021 by 41629066

Researchers from the Chemnitz University of Technology, IFW Dresden, and IPF Dresden combined miniaturized electronics with some origami-inspired fabrication for this tiny super-capacitor. The composition of these tiny bio-super-capacitors comprises a stack of polymers with light-sensitive photo-resist material that acts as the current collector. It also comprises a separator membrane, and electrodes made from an electrically conductive bio-compatible polymer called PEDOT: PSS. The overall v...

‘Renu Robotic’ – LIDAR based fully autonomous, all-electric lawn mower.

Posted on September 18, 2021September 18, 2021 by 41629066

Velodyne Lidar Inc. has signed a multi-year agreement to integrate its Puck lidar sensors into Renu Robotic’s all-electric robotic lawnmower. The robot mower uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to autonomously command and control and to learn and assess the environment and operate independently. Using a stored map of the area, the mower follows a pre-programmed path, with machine learning making corrections as needed. Lidar — Light Detection and Ranging — is a rem...

Form Energy -iron-air battery

Posted on September 6, 2021September 6, 2021 by 41629066

Form Energy's new 'iron-air' battery, it can store electricity from wind or solar power stations for days at a time and then discharging it to the grid as needed. To run the grid reliably and affordably, we need new cost-effective technologies capable of storing electricity for multiple days. We conducted a broad review of available technologies and have reinvented and optimized the iron-air battery for the electric grid. https://youtu.be/1n1qZHni718 The active components of our iro...

‘Powermat SmartInductive’ – inductive wireless charging

Posted on July 2, 2021July 2, 2021 by 41629066

SmartInductive technology enables transferring magnetic induction fields over a longer distance, while remaining compatible with existing wireless charging standards. Using a distinctive coil structure and advanced signaling, SmartInductive technology transfers power up to 40W through surfaces of 1.5 inches, in an efficient and safe way. Due to higher power capabilities, SmartInductive technology can power more types of devices, from smaller wearables, to mobile phones, tablets and even...

‘Aptera Motors’ – solar vehicle that requires no charging for daily use.

Posted on June 26, 2021June 26, 2021 by 41629066

The Aptera has been redesigned to be a pure battery-powered electric vehicle (BEV) using under 100Wh per mile on the EPA test cycle, with an estimated EPA test-cycle range of 1,000 miles (1,600 km), with solar panels that could add up to 40 miles of range per day. This makes the Aptera the most efficient and longest-range vehicle ever designed for mass production. Inspired by fighter jets and race cars, our resin-infused sandwich-core construction produces lightweight composite structure...

‘SOLshare’ – Community based solar power grid that is decentralized to meet energy supply needs for remote locations.

Posted on June 19, 2021June 19, 2021 by 41629066

Pioneer of Renewable Energy-based Peer-to-Peer Trading Platforms SOLshare has successfully piloted the world’s first ICT-enabled peer-to-peer electricity trading network for rural households with and without solar home systems in Shariatpur, Bangladesh. SOLshare has created a revolutionary new approach to bring affordable solar electricity to everyone in Bangladesh and beyond. It believes that smart peer to peer grids can be the future for energy utilities globally. https://youtu.be/...

‘WaterLily Turbine – ‘Harvest Energy Anywhere!’- power from flowing stream

Posted on June 12, 2021June 12, 2021 by 41629066

WaterLily is a portable turbine loved by campers, paddlers, filmmakers, and off-gridders around the world. It charges phones, speakers, cameras, battery banks, and even 12V devices, by generating power from rivers and streams. WaterLily is a green energy turbine that allows users to harvest clean, sustainable energy from their natural surroundings with zero impact on the local environment. WaterLily is a portable water and wind turbine that provides off-grid power to those who nee...

Hyundai E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform)

Posted on June 6, 2021June 6, 2021 by 41629066

Hyundai E-GMP is a dedicated electric vehicle platform for Hyundai Motor Group automobiles. It is the first electric-only dedicated platform by Hyundai. It is to be used for Hyundai and Kia automobiles from 2021. Hyundai engineered the charging system and battery to add more than 60 miles of driving range after five minutes of high-powered fast-charging and to achieve an 80% charge in less than 20 minutes. Hyundai also claims it may add wireless EV charging capability in the future. http...

‘IceWind’ – Vertical Axis Wind Turbine Solutions

Posted on June 5, 2021June 5, 2021 by 41629066

IceWind is the premier manufacturer of compact vertical axis wind turbines for residential and commercial use. Utilizing durable materials for extremely long lifespans without maintenance and a combination of blades to provide low start-up speeds, lift, and constant power generation, IceWind’s turbines serve as a reliable renewable power solution in any environment. Innovative blade design – Features two sets of blades (one inner and one outer), providing low start-up speeds, lift for gr...

High-Pressure Processing(HPP) -“non-thermal” technique for food preservation

Posted on May 29, 2021May 29, 2021 by 41629066

High pressure processing (HPP) is a “non-thermal” technique for food preservation that efficiently inactivates the vegetative microorganisms, most commonly related to food-borne diseases allowing most foods to be preserved with minimal effect on taste, texture or nutritional characteristics. By destroying pathogenic and spoilage organisms while keeping food chemistry basically intact, high-pressure technology enables pasteurization of foods with minimal effects on taste, texture, appeara...

‘Foamglas’ – Cellular Glass Insulation

Posted on May 9, 2021May 9, 2021 by 41629066

FOAMGLAS® cellular glass insulation is a lightweight, rigid, and durable material composed of completely sealed glass cells. It's non-combustible, provides superior compressive strength, moisture resistance, dimensional stability, and offers long lasting thermal performance. A wide range of shapes and sizes are available for building, equipment and industrial specifications. Owens Corning® FOAMGLAS® cellular glass insulation portfolio is specifically designed for commercial building and ...

Light Emitting Plasma (LEP)

Posted on April 18, 2021April 18, 2021 by 41629066

Light Emitting Plasma, is an innovative solution designed to bring clean, natural lighting to a whole new level. This patented technology, developed by LUXIM, is a high intensity light source that offers bright, full-spectrum illumination in an energy saving and low maintenance package. LEP is used in large scale, high lumen applications, and is ideal for municipal, industrial, stadium, and street & area lighting. Luxim manufactures a solid-state electrodeless lamp lighting system. Luxim...

Shell.ai Residency Programme

Posted on March 13, 2021March 13, 2021 by 41629066

The programme is hosted and organized by Shell’s Digital Centre of Excellence, part of Shell’s Technology business unit which offers the opportunity to lead the transformation of an industry. As a resident you will join our data scientists and engineers to solve real business issues using huge pools of data throughout the many businesses within Shell. We are looking for people with a passion for developing solutions with potential of unlocking more and cleaner energy. The Programme offers R...

‘StoreDot’ – 5-Minute Charge’ Li-ion Battery

Posted on March 13, 2021March 13, 2021 by 41629066

StoreDot is a pioneer of extreme fast charging (XFC) batteries that overcome the critical barrier to mainstream EV adoption – range and charging anxiety. The company has revolutionized the conventional Li-ion battery by designing and synthesizing proprietary organic and inorganic compounds, making it possible to fully charge an EV in just five minutes – the same time it takes to refuel a conventional combustion engine vehicle. StoreDot’s battery technology is optimized for best driver exper...