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The Irrigreen Smart Irrigation System 3.0 has received an 8/10 rating for its advanced 'water-printing' technology, which enhances yard mapping through its app. New features include a drip irrigation option and self-cleaning sprinkler-head technology aimed at reducing clogging issues.

Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of bitcoin, may have been unmasked, coinciding with revelations about Banksy's true identity. This development alters the landscape of quiz topics related to secret identities, as both figures have long been subjects of speculation.

Anthropic announced it will not release its powerful Claude AI, citing its potential to hack into secure systems within hours. The new version, Claude Mythos Preview, has already demonstrated the ability to exploit a 17-year-old flaw in a popular operating system.

OpenAI introduced a $100/month Pro plan for ChatGPT on Thursday, aimed at power users seeking enhanced coding capabilities. This new tier offers five times more Codex usage compared to the $20/month Plus plan.

A Reddit thread revealed that some iPhone 17 Pro devices can change color from Cosmic Orange to pink due to chemical exposure. The author tested various cleaning chemicals, including bleach and hydrogen peroxide, to see if they could replicate the color change.

On April 9, 2026, South Korea's Ministry of Science announced a universal basic mobile data access scheme, providing over seven million subscribers with unlimited downloads at 400 kbps after their data allowances expire. The initiative, supported by major carriers SK Telecom, KT, and LG Uplus, aims to ensure basic telecommunications rights for all citizens.

Instagram has launched a new feature allowing users to edit their comments within 15 minutes of posting. This update, announced on Thursday, aims to enhance user experience by enabling corrections without the need to delete and repost comments.

Spotify announced new features allowing users to disable all videos in the app, enhancing the audio-first experience. Starting immediately, Family Plan managers can control video settings for all plan members, a feature previously limited to accounts for users under 13.

Dyson has introduced its first handheld fan, the HushJet Mini Cool, priced at $99. Weighing just 7.5 ounces, it features five speeds and a boost mode that can achieve airflow of up to 55 mph.

Meta has unveiled its first major AI model in over a year, named Muse Spark, following a $14 billion investment to recruit Scale AI co-founder Alexandr Wang. The model represents a shift from open-source to proprietary AI, aiming to generate new revenue streams as Meta faces pressure from competitors like OpenAI and Google.