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- 1Robot defeats human in first MMA fight, report claims●The Machines Have Won (Their First MMA Fight Against A Human)
A robot has reportedly won an MMA-style fight against a human for the first time, according to a BGR report. The claim is generating attention because combat sports have long been viewed as a domain requiring balance, reflexes and adaptability that machines struggle to match. Details about who built the robot, where the bout took place, and the identity of the human opponent have not been confirmed.
- 2Explainer: What Is an Extended Range Electric Vehicle?▼What Is An Extended Range Electric Vehicle (EREV)?
Automotive outlets BGR and Yahoo Autos are publishing explainers on extended range electric vehicles, or EREVs. These are vehicles that drive primarily on electric power but carry a small combustion engine used only as a generator to recharge the battery and extend driving range. The growing coverage reflects rising consumer interest in EREVs as a middle ground between fully electric cars and hybrids.
- 3What If We Stopped Using GPUs?●What if we stopped using GPUs? [video] Article URL: https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=xc2FTBGRSJo Comments URL: https://
A speculative tech discussion is circulating asking what computing would look like if society stopped relying on GPUs, the graphics processors that now power most AI systems and gaming hardware. With GPU demand and prices surging due to the AI boom, the question of alternatives is drawing attention among developers and hardware enthusiasts.
- 4iPhone Owners Urged To Turn Off Setting To Save Battery▼iPhone Owners Turn Off This Setting To Save Battery Life
Tech outlet BGR reports that iPhone owners can extend their battery life by disabling one specific setting. The advice targets a common feature that drains power in the background, and readers are being told exactly where to find the toggle in their settings. Battery-saving tips for iPhones circulate regularly, especially after iOS updates when users notice changes in battery performance.
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BGR lays out three reasons shoppers should consider buying a used iPhone 17 Pro rather than a new unit. The piece taps into ongoing interest in Apple's latest flagship and the growing second-hand phone market, where recent high-end models lose value quickly and can be picked up at a discount shortly after launch.
- 6Five Reasons To Pick The iPhone 18 Pro Max Over Galaxy S26 Ultra▼5 Reasons To Buy An iPhone 18 Pro Max Over A Galaxy S26 Ultra
Tech outlet BGR has published a comparison making the case for Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max over Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra, listing five reasons buyers might favor the iPhone in the next flagship showdown. The piece feeds ongoing speculation about both unannounced devices and the perennial Apple-versus-Samsung rivalry as attention turns to the next generation of premium smartphones.
- 7iPhone users may be missing a key personal hotspot feature▼You've Probably Been Using Your iPhone's Hotspot Wrong - Here's Why
Tech outlet BGR reports that many iPhone owners are unaware of a feature related to the phone's personal hotspot, suggesting a common mistake in how people set up and share their mobile connection. The piece walks through the correct way to use the hotspot and what users have been overlooking. Reaction so far is limited to the article itself.
- 8Four Swiss Smartwatches Highlighted as Style Upgrades●4 Sophisticated Swiss Smartwatches To Level Up Your Style
A feature on BGR rounds up four sophisticated Swiss smartwatches, presenting them as options for buyers looking to combine traditional watchmaking style with smart features. The piece is aimed at gadget and style readers considering premium wearables, and there is no indication yet of broader discussion or reaction beyond the shopping guide itself.
- 9Which Android Phone Matches The iPhone 18 Pro Max?▼Which Android Phone Is Equivalent To The iPhone 18 Pro Max?
Tech outlet BGR asks which Android phone is equivalent to the iPhone 18 Pro Max, a device Apple has not yet released. The piece weighs current flagship Android options against the rumored iPhone, and readers are debating whether any rival can match Apple's expected top-tier hardware, camera system and software integration.
- 10Android Tablets Can Now Double As Gaming Handhelds●You Can Now Use Your Android Tablet As A Gaming Handheld - Here's How
A new method lets Android tablet owners turn their devices into gaming handhelds, BGR reports, outlining the setup steps in a new how-to guide. The approach positions large-screen Android tablets as a cheaper alternative to dedicated handheld consoles, letting gamers attach controllers and play titles on a bigger display without buying separate hardware.
- 11iOS 27 Toggle Promises Better Video Audio Quality●Enable This Toggle On iOS 27 For Better Audio Quality When Recording Videos
Apple's iOS 27 includes a settings toggle that improves audio quality when recording videos, according to a BGR report. The feature is said to be buried in the Settings app, and users are being advised to enable it manually for clearer sound in video recordings.
- 12Electronic act Risikotoleranz gets „Abgrund" remix treatment●Liebe Freunde der elektronischen Musik, wir hatten die fantastische Gelegenheit, für Risikotoleranz den Track „Abgrund“
The German electronic project Testbild Musik announced it has remixed the track „Abgrund" for fellow act Risikotoleranz, calling the opportunity fantastic. The act says its version takes a notably harder approach than the original while trying to bring in a new and different layer to the music.
- 13Five Anker Accessories Called Backpacking Essentials●5 Anker Accessories That Are Backpacking Essentials
BGR has published a roundup naming five Anker accessories it describes as backpacking essentials. The list highlights Anker's range of travel-friendly charging and power products for people heading outdoors. The items named in the lineup were not detailed, but the piece adds to Anker's reputation as a go-to brand for portable power gear among travelers and outdoor enthusiasts.