Pakistani Roads Shine Bright, Robots Get Flirty, Keyboards Slim Down

Pakistan’s V-SenseDrive Tackles Road Safety Using AI

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Road accidents are a constant concern amidst Pakistan’s hectic traffic scene, but a new local initiative aims to make a difference. Developers have launched V-SenseDrive, the nation’s first driver behavior dataset designed with privacy in mind, and built entirely from data collected on Pakistani roads.

Instead of invasive facial recordings, the dataset employs smartphone sensors such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, and GPS, combined with video footage of the road to categorize driving styles into normal, aggressive, and risky behaviors. It has been tested across various environments, from city streets to highways, reflecting the chaotic nature of Pakistani traffic.

By organizing the data into raw, processed, and semantic layers, the project provides tools for developers and policymakers to train advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), enhance fleet safety, and develop insurance models that are specifically tailored to Pakistan’s driving habits.

Advancing Toward a Skynet Future

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We’ve previously discussed augmented reality glasses, with Meta and Amazon rushing to develop their own versions, but Meta is taking it even further.

In an interview with Meta’s CTO, Andrew Bosworth, journalist Alex Heath reported that Meta is delving deeper into robotics. This isn’t driven by competition but aims to develop software that other companies can license.

Bosworth acknowledges that software remains the primary challenge in advancing robotics technology, and he hopes that Meta’s robotics team and their ‘Superintelligence Labs’ will find viable solutions.

Initially, their focus is on enabling robots to animate a hand; progress will then extend to more complex movements. For now, humans can breathe a sigh of relief from the threat of total replacement—or even enslavement.

Logitech Unveils a Solar-Powered Keyboard That Doesn’t Need Sunlight

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After more than ten years of letting solar keyboards gather dust, Logitech has returned with the Signature Slim Solar Plus K980—a keyboard powered entirely by light, eliminating the need for USB cables or disposable batteries.

Its solar panel absorbs sunlight or artificial office lighting (200 lux or brighter) to recharge a battery Logitech claims can last up to a decade.

Once charged, the keyboard can operate for up to four months without any light. It features a full-size layout with all standard amenities, including media controls, customizable shortcuts, and even a mic mute button. The standout feature is the new AI Launch key.

Out of the box, this button activates Copilot on Windows or Gemini on ChromeOS. Users can also reprogram it to launch ChatGPT, Perplexity, or any other AI tool to enhance productivity.

Additional perks include Bluetooth pairing with up to three devices (or via Logitech’s Bolt dongle, sold separately), plus a sleek design available in graphite and a Mac-compatible off-white. The keyboard combines eco-friendly principles with cutting-edge AI integration—hopefully living up to these promises.