China’s giant Gobi solar plant runs after dark on salt, not batteries

Watch The Sentinels for free on BBC iPlayer (UK) / SBS On Demand (AUS) Use NordVPN to watch your free streams when abroad Episode 1 premieres in the UK on July 11, 2026 at 9pm BST The Sentinels is a much-acclaimed eight-part French sci-fi drama series that debuted on Canal+ in France and SBS On…

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Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Google is allowing users to add Pixel Care+ to older devices. The service is $5 to $15 a month, less if you pay for two years. Only Pixel 9 and newer phones (no Folds) are included. If you own a…

Like AppleCare+, Google offers Pixel Care+ protection plan for Pixel phones. It offers additional protection beyond the standard warranty, covering accidental damage, drops, and even theft protection. Normally, you need to enroll your Pixel within 60 days of purchase. For a limited time, Google is allowing existing Pixel 9 and Pixel 10 owners to add…

The iOS 27 public beta is now available, and it’s full of major new features. Should you install it on your iPhone? Here’s everything you need to know. Is the iOS 27 beta stable? Here’s what Apple says on its website about installing the iOS 27 public beta: The Apple Beta Software Program lets users…

Xiaomi has become the first smartphone manufacturer, after Google, to release a stable version of Android 17 for its devices. The update marks an important milestone for the company, showing its commitment to delivering the latest Android software quickly. However, while the update includes Android 17, users should not expect many of the new features…