Category: 4. Technology

Optimized for Water/Gas Sensing and Disinfection, TO-can Package, 2X Temperature Stability

BRISBANE, Australia, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Silanna UV is pleased to announce the release of its next generation Far UVC LED, the SF2-3T9B5L1-TB, which exceeds even the popular SF1 series, with UVC wavelengths down to 230nm (typical 233nm); doubled output power; and 2x improvement in temperature stability. This new SF2 UVC LED is encapsulated in a standard compact Transistor Outline (TO-can) package.

The SF2 is designed for precise detection and reliable disinfection in demanding environments, with the collimated ball lens providing a 17° effective beam angle. It is ideal for detection of nitrate (NO3) and nitrite (NO2) in water, and detection of carbon dioxide (CO2) and Nitric Oxide (NO) in gas. These features make this far UVC LED excellent for applications such as chemical and biological analysis, water quality monitoring, gas sensing, liquid chromatography, and disinfection.

SF2 Far UVC LED: Stability, Environmental Safety, Durability, High Output
These LEDs have an environmental advantage, as they contain no mercury, and the LEDs are far more robust than traditional UV lamps. The TO-can package format, with industry standard TO-39 footprint, consists of a header and a cap that together form a hermetically-sealed package. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) protection is integrated.

The SF2 LED improves Far UVC products by doubling typical radiant intensity to 2 mw/Sr. But at the same time, this new product’s improved temperature stability minimizes the impact when the temperature changes, keeping output power and wavelength stable to ensure quality detection readings. Thus, this product sets a new benchmark in Far UVC LED technology.

Meet Silanna UV at September 2025 Industry Events to Find Out More About 230nm LED
Silanna UV will attend the following events in September 2025:

• 2025 IUVA World Congress, in Lisbon, Portugal, from September 7-10, 2025
• CIOE 2025, in Shenzhen, China, from September 10-12, 2025
• WWEM, in the UK, from September 17-18, 2025
• Microelectronics UK, in the UK, from September 24-25, 2025

To attend these events and learn more about Silanna’s patented UVC LED monitoring and disinfection technology, please contact the Sales Team at [email protected] For more information about the SF2 Far UVC 230nm series, please visit https://silannauv.com/products/.

About Silanna UV
The Silanna Group is an Australian semiconductor manufacturer established in 2006. Privately funded since being acquired from Peregrine Semiconductor in 2008, Silanna UV is an ISO 9001:2015 certified solution provider for UVC LED manufacturing. Based in Brisbane, Australia, Silanna UV provides far UVC light sources for water quality sensors, gas sensors, disinfection, and HPLC (High-performance liquid chromatography) applications. Silanna UV’s innovative approach allows UV LED technology to push toward shorter wavelengths, from 230nm to 265nm, including deep UVC and far UVC ranges. The company holds unique epitaxy technology and holds patents related to UV LED technology. With its unique UV LED technology, Silanna UV strives to create new possibilities by pushing UV wavelength boundaries to the limit. To learn more, please visit https://silannauv.com/.

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Capcom president Haruhiro Tsujimoto has attributed the high price of the PlayStation 5 as a reason for low sales of Monster Hunter Wilds.

During an interview with Nikkei Gaming (translated by ResetEra), Tsujimoto discussed the immediate success of the title, which sold eight million copies in three days making it the fastest-selling title in Capcom’s history.

However, in its most recent financial results Capcom described sales of Monster Hunter Wilds as “soft” having moved 477,000 units in Q1 2025, bringing its total sales to 10.6 million units.

Tsujimoto attributed this drop to the high price of the PlayStation 5 and subscriptions, along with the $70 game price tag, as a barrier for most consumers.

“The console costs about ¥80,000 ($538),” he noted. “When you factor in the cost of software and monthly subscriptions, it comes to about ¥100,000 ($672) at the time of purchase.

“This is not an amount that can be easily reached, especially for younger generations. This situation is not limited to Japan, but is similar overseas as well.”

Capcom’s president said it is “currently formulating a strategy” to “boost sales” of Monster Hunter Wilds throughout the rest of the year.

Elsewhere in the interview, Tsujimoto also highlighted the success of the Switch 2 and its price tag ¥48,980 ($329). “The response was better than we had expected,” he said.

“While prices vary by country, this reaffirmed the high level of cost-consciousness among ordinary consumers.”

Kate Morgan, pictured, tied the knot with Lord Hugh Carnegie, son of the Duke of Fife, with a celebration at Kinnaird Castle

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Wedding bells rang throughout Kinnaird Castle over the weekend, as Lord Hugh Carnegie, son of the Duke of Fife, celebrated his big day with his bride, Kate Morgan, scion of the Morgan Motor Company. Through his father, who is a third cousin of King Charles, Lord Hugh can trace his lineage back to Queen Victoria. His brothers – Charles, the Earl of Southesk, and George – are both older than the groom, and thus ahead of him in line to inherit the Fife Dukedom.

All eyes, of course, were on the bride, who wore a historical family heirloom to say her vows. Dazzling in a lace wedding gown, Kate donned the Fife Fringe Tiara, a diamond headpiece that was gifted to Princess Louise of Wales by her parents – later King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra – on the occasion of her wedding to the 1st Duke of Fife in 1889. The tiara has seen a host of historic royal nuptials across the decades, with Princess Louise wearing it as a necklace to the wedding of her brother, the future King George V, and Mary of Teck in 1893. Similarly, Louise, as Princess Royal, wore the jewels around her neck to Windsor Castle when she attended the wedding of her cousin, Princess Margaret of Connaught, to Prince Gustaf Adolf of Sweden in 1905.

Apart from a crowd of amazed scientists and engineers, when the “Lina” car raced around streets of the Netherlands, local passersby were unaware of what made the vehicle so special. To them, it looked like any other midsized car, a sleek black-and-white vehicle capable of holding four riders and skillfully navigating country and city roads.

But the Lina was unlike any other car the world had ever seen – designed by a student team from the Eindhoven University of Technology, in 2017 the vehicle officially became the first car structurally made from bio-composite materials, with her chassis, body, and interior created from supplies you may find in your daily lunch.

To create the chassis of the car, the team at TU/Ecomotive utilized a combination of bio‐based composites and bio‐based plastics that offered efficient and sustainable alternatives to the typical car manufacturing process.

Nowadays, the average car is made from lightweight materials such as aluminium and carbon fibre, which aims to optimize fuel‐efficiency and reduce emissions. However, according to TU/Ecomotive, the “processing of these materials requires five to six times more energy than steel, the material which they replace.” 

“Consequently, energy that is saved while driving the car is now spent during the production phase,” they explained. “In addition, recyclability of these lightweight materials is lacking significantly compared to steel.”

To solve this problem, the team wanted to create an equally-lightweight car that could be made from bio-based and bio-composite materials for the automotive industry to replicate in their processes. 

Photo: HOWDO Creative Direction

The bio-based composite of the chassis of the Lina is made from flax, a plant that can be grown in any moderate climate. Flax has a strength/weight ratio similar to glass fibre, but is manufactured in a sustainable manner.

Photo: HOWDO Creative Direction

To provide stiffness to the strong composite, a honeycomb-shaped core was produced from bio‐plastic (known as PLA, and made entirely from sugar beets) and was placed in between two flax composite sheets.

Photo: HOWDO Creative Direction

The result was the Lina – an electric vehicle weighing just 310 kg (661.38 lbs), that can reach a top speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) and is completely street-legal. It also boasts several other high-tech features, like sensors in the door that can detect and recognize different users (a perk for car-sharing platforms).

Photo: Bart van Overbeeke Fotografie

“We took inspiration from what nature has to offer,” the team said. “The world has ending resources. We want to apply our sustainable view onto mobility because it is such a big aspect of people’s lives, but also a big aspect of pollution. We want to reduce the emission of greenhouse gasses by implementing sustainable innovations.”

And for these students – one car wasn’t enough to show the capabilities of sustainable engineering. 

In the last 10 years, they’ve produced nine completely original vehicles that demonstrate a specific aspect of green technology, such as: 

The “Noah” is their first “circular car”, which is sustainable in all of its life phases: production, use, and recycling. At the end of the car’s lifespan, the biocomposite can be ground and used as a raw material for other products, like a building block, while the non-organic parts of the car can be included in the existing recycling chain.

Their “Luca” embraces waste, with an exterior made of flax fibres and recycled plastic bottles retrieved from the ocean. The body of the car is also made from recycled ABS – a hard plastic used in many consumer products like toys and televisions – while the windows, interior, and the seat coverings and centre console are also made from recycled plastic and sustainable materials.

The “Zem” aims to help the world reach their Net-Zero global emissions goal, by cleaning the air while driving with direct air capture technology (DAC) that moves air through filters where the CO2 will be captured and stored. 

And the “Eterna” and “Phoenix” models are both focussed on improving the lifespan of cars – the Eterna vehicle is divided into separate, changeable parts for easier repairs that can extend the lifespan of the car past 20 years, while the Phoenix is made to be replaced, with 75% closed-loop recyclable parts (compared to the industry average of 21% replaceable parts). 

Photo: Bart van Overbeeke Fotografie

“With TU/ecomotive we want to inspire the bigger companies and dare them to be as innovative as we are,” they said. “With only 30 students we build a new, innovative car every 1-1.5 years, and we want to dare the big companies to achieve the same level of innovativeness.

“We showcase the possibilities on a relatively small scale so the industry is dared to implement the innovations on a bigger scale,” they continued. “The cars are a tangible representation of the hard work of a student team with students from eight different fields. If we can do it, why would a big company not be able to?”

Header image: Bart van Overbeeke Fotografie

The No Man’s Sky Voyagers update has completely transformed how players experience space exploration. It has been pretty much game-changing, and has managed to gain a lot of traction, bringing loads of new players to the nearly decade-old title from Hello Games. It hasn’t just refined the existing mechanics in NMS, but also has ended up introducing entirely new ways to explore, collaborate, and enjoy the infinite universe with friends. This article provides a list of the groundbreaking features that have been added as part of the No Man’s Sky Voyagers update.

Best features in No Man’s Sky Voyagers update

1) Corvette-Class Ships

The main attraction of the Voyagers update is the introduction of Corvette-Class Ships. These are massive spacecrafts, and they offer something the No Man’s Sky community has always wanted, i.e., multi-crew gameplay.Unlike the regular spaceships that only house one player, Corvettes allow you to accommodate an entire team. This is a game-changer, as it allows friends to travel together in the same vessel.Aside from the multiplayer aspect, Corvettes are also special thanks to their customization potential. Several aspects can be personalized, making them a valuable addition to No Man’s Sky.

2) MBOIT Graphics Technology Enhancement

Hello Games has given the graphics a major upgrade with the implementation of MBOIT (Moment-Based Order-Independent Transparency) Graphics Technology. As a result, translucent surfaces like glass windows appear to be more beautiful and realistic. The enhancement is particularly beneficial if you are someone who loves building using glass panels and transparent materials.Moreover, the objects that you view through glass windows in Corvettes, planetary bases, aquariums, and ship cockpits now appear crisp and stable. Although this might seem like a minor technical improvement, it has managed to considerably improve the visual experience, making your overall gameplay even more fun and immersive.

3) Mecha-Mouse Companion

The next feature on this list is the addition of the companion system received in the form of Mecha-Mouse. After completing the Corvette Expedition, you can claim this unique companion, and it comes fitted with a headlamp attachment. The companion is programmed to be intelligent and loving.Thanks to the Mecha-Mouse, you will have a lot of fun exploring desolate worlds, as it will provide both illumination through its headlamp and companionship during lonely exploration sessions.

4) Space Walks and Atmospheric Skydiving

Another massive feature included in the No Man’s Sky Voyagers update is Space Walks. These allow you to float in space, which was previously possible only to some extent on Frigates.Added to the Space Walks, you can now also skydive from Corvettes directly to planetary surfaces. This feature adds an element of excitement and risk to planetary exploration. You must keep in mind to use jetpacks to avoid the risky impacts.

5) Multi-Crew Activities and Coordinated Missions

Finally, the introduction of structured multi-crew activities enhances the overall experience of playing No Man’s Sky. With Corvettes able to hold entire crews, you can now undertake missions together using the Mission Radar.The game is no longer a solo experience, and these multiplayer elements make it extremely fun. You can now fly with your team to planets for purposes like harvesting resources, fighting enemies, and uncovering rare treasures.Keep in mind that the multi-crew system encourages you to specialize in different roles, as you will have to work together toward common goals.This was all you needed to know about the key features introduced as part of the No Man’s Sky Voyagers update.

With the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones now on the market, it’s no surprise that there are discounts to be secured on the Award-winning XM5s.

The XM5 over-ears have been available for £249 on Amazon on and off for a while now – and that’s the price you can grab them for currently.

But what if we told you you could save yourself an extra £30 by making a really quick swap?

To secure the XM5s for just £219 at Amazon, simply opt for the soft case accessory instead of the hard case. That’s a price we have seen only during Prime Day – although these excellent headphones did drop to £208 at John Lewis back in December 2024.

Still, a £160 saving is not something to be sniffed at. You’ll have to be quick though, Amazon is running this saving only as a ‘limited time deal’.

Unsurprisingly, the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones can’t match their successor, the WH-1000XM6. But those new cans will set you back £399.

While the XM5s may have lost their long-held and well-deserved top spot in our best headphones rankings, they are still well worth snapping up, especially if you can get them at a discount price.

Which is why this whopping £160 off at Amazon – if you opt for the soft case – is such a great deal.

Sony has a winning formula that has seen gradual improvements over time. The XM5s were a huge step up from the XM4s across sound quality, noise-cancelling and call quality (which is why we gave them a What Hi-Fi? Award in 2024).

Despite being considered ‘old’ now, they are still top performers, that led our expert testers to say: “The WH-1000XM5 possess all the elements that have made the previous generations class-leaders at the money, including that effortlessly musical sound. But the latest generation manages to deliver even greater clarity and a more open presentation. It’s actually quite a jump.”

And that sound offers sensational sonic clarity, punchy delivery and precise, agile bass.

On a performance-per-pound basis, Sony’s noise-cancelling technology seriously impresses, with the Integrated Processor V1 upping the number of microphones to eight (from XM4’s four) and tech improvements inside the headphones.

There are improvements in the XM5’s feature set too, with handy modes: ‘Speak to Chat’ to pause playback when you start talking; ‘Quick Attention’ to lower the volume when you cover the right earcup; and ‘Wearing Detection’ to sense when you take them off and automatically pause your audio.

The headphones are also compatible with Sony’s LDAC technology, which allows streaming of high-quality audio from compatible devices at bitrates higher than conventional Bluetooth (there is no aptX or aptX HD support).

And then you’ve got an impressive 30 hours of battery life with Bluetooth and ANC enabled, boosted to 40 hours with just Bluetooth. And a 10-minute charge will give you five hours of battery life.

So, while the XM6s are a pricier pick, if you’re looking for some seriously impressive over-ears that will suit a more modest budget, this deal’s most certainly for you.

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Read our full Sony WH-1000XM5 review

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The Toyota GR Supra has been chosen to be the official pace car for the 2025 National Auto Sport Association (NASA) Championships. It will be the third GR Sports car to carry out the duties for NASA’s Nationals.

Under the hood, is a 3.0-liter inline-six, twin-scroll, turbocharged engine producing 382hp and 368lb-ft of torque. Finished in a bold Toyota Gazoo Racing livery of red, white and black, the GR Supra will lead the field at the National Auto Sport Association’s (NASA) marquee annual event.

“At Toyota, our passion for performance and motorsports runs deep, and we’re honored to support grassroots racing through our relationship with NASA,” said Mike Tripp, group vice president, Toyota Marketing at Toyota North America. “We’re especially proud to have the GR Supra pacing the 2025 Championships at Ozarks International Raceway — marking its debut as the official NASA Champs pace car.”

The 2026 model year will mark the final production run of the GR Supra, available in 3.0, 3.0 Premium and MkV Final Edition trims, and all offered with a choice of 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic transmission.

The limited-run 2026 GR Supra MkV Final Edition will see only 1,300 units in North America. Offered in red, black and white, the MkV Final Edition features a GT4-Style package with matte-finish paint, race-inspired graphics, carbon fiber red mirror caps, dual stainless steel exhaust tips and a carbon-fiber ducktail spoiler.

“The relationship between Toyota and NASA has been an incredible way to introduce sports car owners to the world of performance driving in a safe and responsible manner,” said Jeremy Croiset, chief executive officer of NASA. “We’re especially excited to welcome the GR Supra for the first time as the official pace car for the 2025 NASA Championships at Ozarks International Raceway.”

The event will take place on September 4 to 7, 2025, at Ozarks International Raceway in Gravois Mills, Missouri.

In related news, Ram has confirmed that Kaulig Racing will become the anchor factory team for the truck maker’s anticipated return to NASCAR, starting with the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026

After the success of launching four flagship phones last year, Google is set to continue the trend with the new Pixel 10 series.

The Google Pixel 10 Pro stands out as potentially the best option for many people. With a starting price of $999, it offers a compelling blend of premium features borrowed from its more expensive sibling, all in the more manageable size of the standard Pixel 10.

Also: I replaced my Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra with the Pixel 10 Pro XL for a week – and can’t go back

The Pixel 10 Pro enters a crowded field, competing directly with the iPhone 16 Pro and the Galaxy S25 Plus.

Having used the iPhone 16 Pro as my daily driver for the past year, I’ve tested it against the new Pixel 10 Pro to see how these two flagship phones compare.

You should buy the Google Pixel 10 Pro if…

1. You want the best of Google AI

The Pixel phone lineup unsurprisingly offers the best of Google’s Gemini AI features. And it is only getting better with the Pixel 10 Pro. The company is providing a year of Google AI Pro service for free alongside the purchase for Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL. So, you get Gemini Pro, including NotebookLM for productivity and Veo 3 text-to-video generation model. 

The Google Pixel 10 Pro is also getting a contextual and personalized AI feature called Magic Cue. Theoretically, it can “help connect the dots across your digital life by anticipating your needs and proactively suggesting relevant information and helpful actions based on the context on your phone.” 

Also: The best Android phones to buy in 2025

For instance, if you call a company’s helpline, your associated details (like a flight ticket) will be surfaced automatically. 

You can still download the Gemini app to access Google’s AI on your iPhone, but you won’t get the seamless Pixel AI experience. If you depend on Google apps to get work done and have all your digital life stored on Google’s platforms, the Pixel 10 Pro is the better option.

2. You want a better telephoto camera

The Google Pixel 10 Pro features a 48MP Quad PD telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom, as compared to a 12MP telephoto sensor (also 5x optical zoom) on the iPhone 16 Pro. However, megapixels don’t solely define a camera. The Pixel 10 Pro sports a bigger sensor than its Apple counterpart. On paper, it is capable of letting more light in and snapping better-looking photos.

Also: I replaced my Pixel 9 Pro with the 9a for a month – here’s my buying advice now

The 12MP 5x tele camera on iPhone 16 Pro isn’t hard to beat. It struggles in anything less than bright daylight and lacks the zoom capabilities of its Chinese rivals. I’m looking forward to using the Google Pixel 10 Pro for my zoom shots and expect it to beat the iPhone.

3. You want a cool-looking Pro phone

The iPhone 16 Pro series is lacking in fun colors. It comes in Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, and Desert Titanium — all of which feel a bit lifeless. The last Pro iPhone color I truly loved was Sierra Blue on my iPhone 13 Pro Max. 

While rumors suggest the iPhone 17 Pro might bring back more playful finishes, Google has already beaten Apple to the punch with the Pixel 10 Pro series. The new Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro are available in classic Obsidian and Porcelain, as well as bolder Moonstone and Jade options. 

So, if you’re spending $1,000 on a phone, you don’t have to settle for something dull. Plus, you get Google’s distinct design, complete with the iconic camera bar—which, in my opinion, still looks incredibly cool.

4. If you’ve been envious of this iPhone feature

The Pixel 10 Pro features a MagSafe-like feature called PixelSnap. It is based on Qi2 charging, which offers magnetic accessory support for power banks, chargers, and more. If you’ve been on the iPhone for a while and want to switch platforms, this is the best time to come to the Android side. 

Also: How to add MagSafe to your Android phone (and why you’ll love it)

All your MagSafe accessories should technically work with the Pixel 10 Pro (depending on magnet power), so you don’t have to buy new accessories alongside your new phone.

You should buy the Apple iPhone 16 Pro if…

1. You want a lighter Pro phone

The Google Pixel 10 Pro might look better on paper, but it’s nearly 10 grams heavier than the iPhone 16 Pro. Specifically, the Pixel weighs 207 grams compared to the iPhone’s 199 grams.

Also: Buy the iPhone 16 or wait for iPhone 17? Here’s how I help friends and family decide

That eight-gram difference might not seem like much, but with both phones featuring flat, unergonomic sides, every gram counts — especially during extended use. If you average more than six hours of screen time a day, the iPhone 16 Pro could be the more comfortable choice.

2. You want the best social media experience

While Android has made significant progress, iPhones still hold an advantage in stability and app optimization. This is particularly noticeable with social media apps like X and Instagram, where the user experience remains smoother on Apple devices. 

Editing and posting photos and videos from an iPhone to social media platforms is also more seamless and efficient for anyone who regularly creates content.

Also: Best iPhone 2025: I tested the top models and found the best options for you

If you’re leaning toward an iPhone instead of the Pixel 10 Pro, I strongly recommend waiting just a few weeks. Apple is expected to launch its new iPhone 17 series in early September. It’s smart to hold off on your decision until after the typical September 10th launch event to make sure you get the latest model.