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Palantir Debuts Chic Chore Coat So the World Knows You’re One of the Baddies
                This week, Palantir announced the upcoming release of a new chore coat branded with the company’s logo. The company has been releasing gear since 2024, and this new coat is a great way to tell everyone what you stand for. Specifically, it communicates to everyone in your immediate vicinity that you support ICE and aren’t a big fan of civil liberties. Palantir’s head of strategic engagement Eliano A. Younes tweeted the chore coat this week, which he says will be released on April 30.  the lightweight Palantir chore coat [04.30.2026 • 0930 AM EST] pic.twitter.com/9K5fmu3bSs — Eliano A Younes (@eliano) April 21, 2026  X users responded to Younes with the kind of comments that anyone might expect about Palantir, a company aligned with President Donald Trump and the most dystopian elements of our modern surveillance society.

 “could it be operated remotely ? detonated? listening ? what’s the features list,” one user joked, while another asked if it had “built in surveillance trackers?” But Younes seemed genuinely offended by the most obvious jokes any reasonable person might be expected to make of Palantir, a defense contractor that prides itself in helping surveil and kill people around the world. He responded with “here for the shitposting but I need to see better from you. this is unoriginal and not funny,” and “not even remotely funny. try harder.”

 Even Palantir employees seem to be waking up to what the company stands for, according to a recent report from Wired. When the U.S. launched a missile attack against an elementary school in Iran on Feb. 28 that killed about 175 people, mostly children, the employees reportedly started to question whether Palantir’s Maven technology had been used. Employees are also worried about the company’s lucrative contracts with ICE, an organization that has been terrorizing American streets in particularly heinous ways.

 But Palantir seems intent on pushing out gear that allows like-minded people to wrap themselves in a horrifying, anti-American brand. “We want millions of people wearing Palantir merch around the world,” recently Younes told GQ. Younes says he wants Palantir to be a lifestyle brand, telling GQ, “There are people out there wearing Palantir merchandise to signal their alignment with our mission, and that’s exactly what a lifestyle brand is.” That lifestyle, of course, isn’t something that decent people would be proud of. Palantir recently promoted a Reader’s Digest-style version of the book The Technological Republic, co-authored by CEO Alex Karp, in a tweet. The book advocates for reinstatement of the draft, says the “postwar neutering” of Germany and Japan following the atrocities of World War II was an overcorrection, and criticizes the concept of pluralism.

 It’s not just the chore coat. The company also sell sweatshirts, t-shirts, and hats, among other items. One t-shirt Palantir sold in 2025 featured an image of Karp along with the word “Dominate.” That item is no longer available for purchase. Younes also suggested to GQ that its CEO was important for Palantir as a fashion brand: “A lot of the store’s designs are downstream of Dr. Karp and our chief technology officer Shyam Sankar’s personal style.” Younes wouldn’t say how many units the company is selling, but did claim, “store sales have increased 64% year-over-year and everything we’ve made has sold out, sometimes in minutes.”

 GQ asked about Palantir’s ICE contracts and the other “controversial” things it’s engaged in with the U.S. military, but Younes insisted the company is “not political,” whatever that’s supposed to  mean. As the Wall Street Journal recently pointed out, Palantir is leaning hard into selling the “tech-boss-as-hero ethos,” that’s frankly pretty common in Silicon Valley these days. But even some fans of the company think the merchandising effort is embarrassing.

 “Unpopular opinion: all these merch posts are so ‘fan boy’ and extra cringe,” one user wrote in the Palantir subreddit about Karp’s Dominate shirt. “Like the stock or don’t, believe in the company or don’t,…. But the incessant merch posts are weak sauce.” Others are fully bought in, with one user writing, “Definitely a collectors item for me, could be worth something one day.” Younes told GQ that Palantir is working on a tennis collection and something for the America 250 celebrations this summer. So if you’re a fan of techno-fascism, keep your eyes peeled. Whatever merch they’ve got planned for the rest of the year could be sold out in no time.      #Palantir #Debuts #Chic #Chore #Coat #World #Youre #BaddiesPalantir

Palantir Debuts Chic Chore Coat So the World Knows You’re One of the BaddiesPalantir Debuts Chic Chore Coat So the World Knows You’re One of the Baddies
                This week, Palantir announced the upcoming release of a new chore coat branded with the company’s logo. The company has been releasing gear since 2024, and this new coat is a great way to tell everyone what you stand for. Specifically, it communicates to everyone in your immediate vicinity that you support ICE and aren’t a big fan of civil liberties. Palantir’s head of strategic engagement Eliano A. Younes tweeted the chore coat this week, which he says will be released on April 30.  the lightweight Palantir chore coat [04.30.2026 • 0930 AM EST] pic.twitter.com/9K5fmu3bSs — Eliano A Younes (@eliano) April 21, 2026  X users responded to Younes with the kind of comments that anyone might expect about Palantir, a company aligned with President Donald Trump and the most dystopian elements of our modern surveillance society.

 “could it be operated remotely ? detonated? listening ? what’s the features list,” one user joked, while another asked if it had “built in surveillance trackers?” But Younes seemed genuinely offended by the most obvious jokes any reasonable person might be expected to make of Palantir, a defense contractor that prides itself in helping surveil and kill people around the world. He responded with “here for the shitposting but I need to see better from you. this is unoriginal and not funny,” and “not even remotely funny. try harder.”

 Even Palantir employees seem to be waking up to what the company stands for, according to a recent report from Wired. When the U.S. launched a missile attack against an elementary school in Iran on Feb. 28 that killed about 175 people, mostly children, the employees reportedly started to question whether Palantir’s Maven technology had been used. Employees are also worried about the company’s lucrative contracts with ICE, an organization that has been terrorizing American streets in particularly heinous ways.

 But Palantir seems intent on pushing out gear that allows like-minded people to wrap themselves in a horrifying, anti-American brand. “We want millions of people wearing Palantir merch around the world,” recently Younes told GQ. Younes says he wants Palantir to be a lifestyle brand, telling GQ, “There are people out there wearing Palantir merchandise to signal their alignment with our mission, and that’s exactly what a lifestyle brand is.” That lifestyle, of course, isn’t something that decent people would be proud of. Palantir recently promoted a Reader’s Digest-style version of the book The Technological Republic, co-authored by CEO Alex Karp, in a tweet. The book advocates for reinstatement of the draft, says the “postwar neutering” of Germany and Japan following the atrocities of World War II was an overcorrection, and criticizes the concept of pluralism.

 It’s not just the chore coat. The company also sell sweatshirts, t-shirts, and hats, among other items. One t-shirt Palantir sold in 2025 featured an image of Karp along with the word “Dominate.” That item is no longer available for purchase. Younes also suggested to GQ that its CEO was important for Palantir as a fashion brand: “A lot of the store’s designs are downstream of Dr. Karp and our chief technology officer Shyam Sankar’s personal style.” Younes wouldn’t say how many units the company is selling, but did claim, “store sales have increased 64% year-over-year and everything we’ve made has sold out, sometimes in minutes.”

 GQ asked about Palantir’s ICE contracts and the other “controversial” things it’s engaged in with the U.S. military, but Younes insisted the company is “not political,” whatever that’s supposed to  mean. As the Wall Street Journal recently pointed out, Palantir is leaning hard into selling the “tech-boss-as-hero ethos,” that’s frankly pretty common in Silicon Valley these days. But even some fans of the company think the merchandising effort is embarrassing.

 “Unpopular opinion: all these merch posts are so ‘fan boy’ and extra cringe,” one user wrote in the Palantir subreddit about Karp’s Dominate shirt. “Like the stock or don’t, believe in the company or don’t,…. But the incessant merch posts are weak sauce.” Others are fully bought in, with one user writing, “Definitely a collectors item for me, could be worth something one day.” Younes told GQ that Palantir is working on a tennis collection and something for the America 250 celebrations this summer. So if you’re a fan of techno-fascism, keep your eyes peeled. Whatever merch they’ve got planned for the rest of the year could be sold out in no time.      #Palantir #Debuts #Chic #Chore #Coat #World #Youre #BaddiesPalantir

This week, Palantir announced the upcoming release of a new chore coat branded with the company’s logo. The company has been releasing gear since 2024, and this new coat is a great way to tell everyone what you stand for. Specifically, it communicates to everyone in your immediate vicinity that you support ICE and aren’t a big fan of civil liberties.

Palantir’s head of strategic engagement Eliano A. Younes tweeted the chore coat this week, which he says will be released on April 30.

X users responded to Younes with the kind of comments that anyone might expect about Palantir, a company aligned with President Donald Trump and the most dystopian elements of our modern surveillance society.

“could it be operated remotely ? detonated? listening ? what’s the features list,” one user joked, while another asked if it had “built in surveillance trackers?”

But Younes seemed genuinely offended by the most obvious jokes any reasonable person might be expected to make of Palantir, a defense contractor that prides itself in helping surveil and kill people around the world. He responded with “here for the shitposting but I need to see better from you. this is unoriginal and not funny,” and “not even remotely funny. try harder.”

Even Palantir employees seem to be waking up to what the company stands for, according to a recent report from Wired. When the U.S. launched a missile attack against an elementary school in Iran on Feb. 28 that killed about 175 people, mostly children, the employees reportedly started to question whether Palantir’s Maven technology had been used. Employees are also worried about the company’s lucrative contracts with ICE, an organization that has been terrorizing American streets in particularly heinous ways.

But Palantir seems intent on pushing out gear that allows like-minded people to wrap themselves in a horrifying, anti-American brand.

“We want millions of people wearing Palantir merch around the world,” recently Younes told GQ. Younes says he wants Palantir to be a lifestyle brand, telling GQ, “There are people out there wearing Palantir merchandise to signal their alignment with our mission, and that’s exactly what a lifestyle brand is.”

That lifestyle, of course, isn’t something that decent people would be proud of. Palantir recently promoted a Reader’s Digest-style version of the book The Technological Republic, co-authored by CEO Alex Karp, in a tweet. The book advocates for reinstatement of the draft, says the “postwar neutering” of Germany and Japan following the atrocities of World War II was an overcorrection, and criticizes the concept of pluralism.

It’s not just the chore coat. The company also sell sweatshirts, t-shirts, and hats, among other items. One t-shirt Palantir sold in 2025 featured an image of Karp along with the word “Dominate.” That item is no longer available for purchase.

Younes also suggested to GQ that its CEO was important for Palantir as a fashion brand: “A lot of the store’s designs are downstream of Dr. Karp and our chief technology officer Shyam Sankar’s personal style.” Younes wouldn’t say how many units the company is selling, but did claim, “store sales have increased 64% year-over-year and everything we’ve made has sold out, sometimes in minutes.”

GQ asked about Palantir’s ICE contracts and the other “controversial” things it’s engaged in with the U.S. military, but Younes insisted the company is “not political,” whatever that’s supposed to  mean.

As the Wall Street Journal recently pointed out, Palantir is leaning hard into selling the “tech-boss-as-hero ethos,” that’s frankly pretty common in Silicon Valley these days. But even some fans of the company think the merchandising effort is embarrassing.

“Unpopular opinion: all these merch posts are so ‘fan boy’ and extra cringe,” one user wrote in the Palantir subreddit about Karp’s Dominate shirt. “Like the stock or don’t, believe in the company or don’t,…. But the incessant merch posts are weak sauce.”

Others are fully bought in, with one user writing, “Definitely a collectors item for me, could be worth something one day.”

Younes told GQ that Palantir is working on a tennis collection and something for the America 250 celebrations this summer. So if you’re a fan of techno-fascism, keep your eyes peeled. Whatever merch they’ve got planned for the rest of the year could be sold out in no time.

#Palantir #Debuts #Chic #Chore #Coat #World #Youre #BaddiesPalantir

This week, Palantir announced the upcoming release of a new chore coat branded with the company’s logo. The company has been releasing gear since 2024, and this new coat is a great way to tell everyone what you stand for. Specifically, it communicates to everyone in your immediate vicinity that you support ICE and aren’t a big fan of civil liberties.

Palantir’s head of strategic engagement Eliano A. Younes tweeted the chore coat this week, which he says will be released on April 30.

X users responded to Younes with the kind of comments that anyone might expect about Palantir, a company aligned with President Donald Trump and the most dystopian elements of our modern surveillance society.

“could it be operated remotely ? detonated? listening ? what’s the features list,” one user joked, while another asked if it had “built in surveillance trackers?”

But Younes seemed genuinely offended by the most obvious jokes any reasonable person might be expected to make of Palantir, a defense contractor that prides itself in helping surveil and kill people around the world. He responded with “here for the shitposting but I need to see better from you. this is unoriginal and not funny,” and “not even remotely funny. try harder.”

Even Palantir employees seem to be waking up to what the company stands for, according to a recent report from Wired. When the U.S. launched a missile attack against an elementary school in Iran on Feb. 28 that killed about 175 people, mostly children, the employees reportedly started to question whether Palantir’s Maven technology had been used. Employees are also worried about the company’s lucrative contracts with ICE, an organization that has been terrorizing American streets in particularly heinous ways.

But Palantir seems intent on pushing out gear that allows like-minded people to wrap themselves in a horrifying, anti-American brand.

“We want millions of people wearing Palantir merch around the world,” recently Younes told GQ. Younes says he wants Palantir to be a lifestyle brand, telling GQ, “There are people out there wearing Palantir merchandise to signal their alignment with our mission, and that’s exactly what a lifestyle brand is.”

That lifestyle, of course, isn’t something that decent people would be proud of. Palantir recently promoted a Reader’s Digest-style version of the book The Technological Republic, co-authored by CEO Alex Karp, in a tweet. The book advocates for reinstatement of the draft, says the “postwar neutering” of Germany and Japan following the atrocities of World War II was an overcorrection, and criticizes the concept of pluralism.

It’s not just the chore coat. The company also sell sweatshirts, t-shirts, and hats, among other items. One t-shirt Palantir sold in 2025 featured an image of Karp along with the word “Dominate.” That item is no longer available for purchase.

Younes also suggested to GQ that its CEO was important for Palantir as a fashion brand: “A lot of the store’s designs are downstream of Dr. Karp and our chief technology officer Shyam Sankar’s personal style.” Younes wouldn’t say how many units the company is selling, but did claim, “store sales have increased 64% year-over-year and everything we’ve made has sold out, sometimes in minutes.”

GQ asked about Palantir’s ICE contracts and the other “controversial” things it’s engaged in with the U.S. military, but Younes insisted the company is “not political,” whatever that’s supposed to  mean.

As the Wall Street Journal recently pointed out, Palantir is leaning hard into selling the “tech-boss-as-hero ethos,” that’s frankly pretty common in Silicon Valley these days. But even some fans of the company think the merchandising effort is embarrassing.

“Unpopular opinion: all these merch posts are so ‘fan boy’ and extra cringe,” one user wrote in the Palantir subreddit about Karp’s Dominate shirt. “Like the stock or don’t, believe in the company or don’t,…. But the incessant merch posts are weak sauce.”

Others are fully bought in, with one user writing, “Definitely a collectors item for me, could be worth something one day.”

Younes told GQ that Palantir is working on a tennis collection and something for the America 250 celebrations this summer. So if you’re a fan of techno-fascism, keep your eyes peeled. Whatever merch they’ve got planned for the rest of the year could be sold out in no time.



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What the NBA Draft Should Learn From the 2026 NFL Draft | Deadspin.com <div id="section-1"> <p>The NFL turned its most popular off-season extravaganza into a golf tournament this week.</p><p>Maybe they couldn’t hear it, but the silence on our end of the cable hook-up was deafening.</p><p>I understand why golf fans want the world’s top players to pick up the pace. There’s only so much a broadcaster can say about a guy’s cool sunglasses on his excruciatingly long walk to a 350-yard drive.</p><p>But a professional draft is different, especially when fans are as invested as they are in football. And basketball, for that matter.</p><p>Thursday’s telecast of the NFL Draft’s first round had to make Bob Hayes proud. It flew by.</p><p>Not coincidentally, it had to go down as a JaMarcus Russell – the worst of all-time, flawed in so many ways.</p><p>But there’s good news: The NBA should have learned a whole lot in terms of What Not To Include in the script for its big night in June.</p><p>Here are six suggestions.</p><p><strong>Say Something</strong></p><p>I found it interesting that some day-after critics of ABC’s telecast found it noteworthy that <a href="https://awfulannouncing.com/nfl/nick-saban-kadyn-proctor-not-exactly-self-starter.html" target="_blank">Nick Saban labeled one selection “not really a self-starter.”</a></p><p>Wow. Scathing. Potentially libelous. Shocked he wasn’t dismissed from the panel immediately.</p><p>OK, maybe not.</p><p>That was the most controversial thing Saban said all night, the only utterance to which fired-up football fans in TV-land screamed back: “Yeah. You tell ‘em, Coach. The guy is fat and out of shape. Been saying that all season.”</p><p>That’s why we gathered the gang, slipped on our 2025 Fantasy Football Champs t-shirts and poured the Mexican Coke. We didn’t come to hear “Go Wolverines” and “Go Buckeyes” from Saban’s sidekicks.</p><p>A draft inspires debate. Half a team’s fan base has been calling talk radio for weeks demanding their scouting chops go regional. The other half has waited until day-after to let everyone know they heard it here first: Our pick blows.</p><p>Yet all we heard on NFL Day 1 was how coachable the kid was and what a great fit he’d be.</p><p>THIRTY-TWO TIMES.</p><p>Give me …</p><p><strong>Ban Cheerleaders</strong></p><p>It all starts with the panel. Ernie Johnson is the perfect NBA host.</p><p>Then you need book-end blowhards. The Republican and the Democrat, if you will.</p><p>Stephen A. Smith is ideal. Informed, well spoken and, most importantly, loud.</p><p>Then you need someone equally bull-headed, but ideally from a basketball background. I see him, but it would be bold – <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/33162214/golden-state-warriors-draymond-green-do-analyst-work-tnt-active-player" target="_blank">Draymond Green the player/analyst.</a></p><p>In between, we only have Johnson … because I’m saving the fourth virtual seat for a real game-breaker. If you thought Green was out there … Stay tuned.</p><p><strong>“I Want to Thank …”</strong></p><p>The three biggest wastes of time on draft night are:</p><ul><li>“I wouldn’t be here without my mom.” (Every player interview.)</li><li>“We’re so proud.” (Every parent interview.)</li><li>“Can you describe your feelings?” (Every interviewer.)</li></ul><p>It reminds me – time and time and time again – of a roving baseball reporter in the stands chatting with a rookie outfielder’s family while a no-hitter is going on.</p><p>Can we get back to the action?</p><p>No interviews!</p><p><strong>“Jeopardy” Can Wait</strong></p><p>What’s the rush? We’ve tuned in to welcome (or trash) our new baby. Let’s spend the night together.</p><p>Fifteen minutes between picks seems perfectly fine.</p><p>There are two aspects of each pick that every fan of that team wants to hear experts dissect: The current state of the team (leading into who would be the ideal addition) and the snap-judgement fit/ramifications of the pick itself in the immediate aftermath of it having been made.</p><p>Five minutes of the former and five minutes of the latter might not be enough time. OK, so how about six of each? It’s the best we can do.</p><p>Throw in your three minutes of commercials and you have 15 minutes of absolute sports heaven sandwiching each pick. Times 30.</p><p>Not eight (down from 10) like the NFL sped us through in its all-important Round 1.</p><p><strong>What’s Must-See TV Without a Celebrity?</strong></p><p>Sadly I must admit: Yes, you can have <a href="https://deadspin.com/stephen-a-smith-sounds-like-hes-seriously-ready-for-presidential-run-in-2028/" target="_blank">too much Stephen A. Smith</a>. So let’s trump his and Draymond’s dueling haymakers with a “wow-inducing” local expert with something of substance to say about each pick.</p><p>I’m talking Barack Obama living and dying with his beloved Bulls. Kevin Hart, Peyton Manning, Patrick Mahomes, David Letterman, Tiger Woods, Uma Thurman, Drake, Billy Crystal, Dianna Russini …</p><p>You’ve now elevated your telecast to Academy Awards level. And the great thing about these ultimate attention-grabbers – every team has at least one – is they would kill to have their basketball expertise heard. You know, like real fans.</p><p>Each joins the debate for his/her team via satellite, shoehorned into the six-minute lead-in and the six-minute critique. Tell me you wouldn’t tune in for that.</p><p>It sure beats watching them actually try to play in a celebrity game.</p><p><strong>You Make The Call</strong></p><p>Thirty teams with 15 minutes between picks. Give me a second … that’s 7 1/2 hours. Yikes.</p><p>How in the world can we get people to stick around for Oklahoma City’s pick well around the clock has struck midnight?</p><p>You gotta know I have an idea:</p><p>Make the thing interactive. As soon as the screen flashes, “The Pick Is In,” you have one minute to text your prediction to 3447274554268 (DGIsBrilliant).</p><p>Viewer with the most correct selections wins $1 million. You sleeping in the next day?</p><p>To quote Kirk Herbstreit (for the one and only time): “I love it.”</p> </div> #NBA #Draft #Learn #NFL #Draft #Deadspin.com

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Marc Marquez wins rain-affected Spanish MotoGP sprint <div id="content-body-70906018" itemprop="articleBody"><p>Reigning champion Marc Marquez triumphed in a chaotic and rain-lashed Spanish MotoGP flag-to-flag sprint on Saturday in Jerez.</p><p>The Spanish Ducati rider, bidding for a record-equalling eighth world title, started on pole and recovered from a crash to finish ahead of teammate Francesco Bagnaia and Franco Morbidelli for his 17th sprint victory.</p><p>Overall leader Marco Bezzecchi started poorly and later crashed out, failing to score any points, with Jorge Martin and Pedro Acosta, second and third overall, also not adding to their tallies.</p><p>“The truth is that we had a lot of luck,” admitted Marc Marquez, who was able to take advantage of his crash to switch to a wet bike.</p><p>The race started under grey clouds and rain began to fall three laps in, after Martin had already pulled out because of a technical problem with his Aprilia.</p><p>Marc’s brother Alex, who won the Spanish MotoGP last year, had impressed on the dry on Friday and carried his good form in Jerez into the race by taking the lead on the seventh lap.</p><div class=" article-picture center"><img src="https://ss-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/wgqa17/article70906123.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/GettyImages-2273080367.jpg" data-original="https://ss-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/wgqa17/article70906123.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/GettyImages-2273080367.jpg" alt="The race started under grey clouds and rain began to fall three laps in," title="The race started under grey clouds and rain began to fall three laps in," class=" lazy" width="100%" height="100%"/><div class="pic-caption"><figcaption class="figure-caption align-text-bottom"><p> The race started under grey clouds and rain began to fall three laps in, | Photo Credit: Getty Images </p><img class="caption-image" src="https://assetsss.thehindu.com/theme/images/SSRX/lightbox-info.svg" alt="lightbox-info"/></figcaption></div><p class="caption"> The race started under grey clouds and rain began to fall three laps in, | Photo Credit: Getty Images </p></div><p>The rain increased in intensity and riders began to fall, with Toprak Razgatlioglu and Lorenzo Savadori colliding.</p><p>Marc Marquez was next to tumble, but had the presence of mind to cut across the grass back to the pit lane and change bikes, while the other race leaders ploughed on. However, they too soon had to change bikes under the downpour.</p><p>“We were lucky to crash on the last corner so that the bike didn’t stall, that’s when I could breathe, I waited for everyone to go past because the whole group was coming, and then I was able to go into the pits, change the bike,” explained Marc.</p><p>Alex came to grief shortly after his older brother’s mishap and it was two-time world champion Bagnaia who took the lead.</p><p>However, Marc overtook him with three laps remaining and went on to triumph.</p><p>Victory took him up to fourth overall, 24 points off leader Bezzecchi ahead of Sunday’s main event.</p><p class="publish-time" id="end-of-article">Published on Apr 25, 2026</p></div> #Marc #Marquez #wins #rainaffected #Spanish #MotoGP #sprint

Roblox has become one of the world’s biggest platforms for user-created games. Now, the company is taking game creation a step further by launching Build, a new AI-powered tool that allows users to create games using natural language prompts. Roblox says the feature will make game development more accessible to everyone.

What Is Roblox Build?

Roblox Now Wants You To Vibe Code Games
	
With over 132 million daily active users, Roblox has become one of the world’s biggest platforms for user-created games. Now, the company is taking game creation a step further by launching Build, a new AI-powered tool that allows users to create games using natural language prompts. Roblox says the feature will make game development more accessible to everyone.



What Is Roblox Build?







Roblox Build is a new feature that makes game creation easier for everyone. The feature introduces a mobile-first creation tab in the Roblox app, which lets users create games virtually from anywhere as long as they write a brief description of what kind of game they want to create using a short text command. The AI creates a playable template of the game, which creators can then customize after testing. After testing and refining the game, it can be posted to Roblox. One can even move to Roblox Studio when more advanced editing features are required, as both platforms work hand in hand.



The Build tool uses AI to do a number of things automatically within the game development process. With the help of Roblox AI and other types of AI technology, Build can create anything from characters and worlds to gameplay, sound effects, and graphics. Roblox says its AI has been trained using gaming-specific data and a large library of 3D models. As a result, it can create game-ready objects and fully playable scenes, helping more users bring their ideas to life.



Roblox plans to expand Studio with a new suite of AI tools for creators. One AI agent will automatically test games and find bugs before release. Another will provide easy-to-understand insights about game performance, and a third will recommend ways to boost player retention and monetization. In addition, Roblox is building AI technology that can generate editable 3D scenes from simple text descriptions.




For 20 years, Roblox has been on a mission to remove limits on what gaming is – and what it can be.Today, we’re introducing Build – a new way for anyone to create a game on Roblox from their phone. And we’re expanding AI-powered tools for developers of every level.We’re doing…— David Baszucki (@DavidBaszucki) July 16, 2026




Availability, Testing, and Pricing



Roblox is launching Build in public alpha starting July 28. The ability to publish games will first reach selected creators in New Zealand, before expanding to additional countries in the coming months. The company says age-verified users aged 9 and older can use Build during the testing phase. However, only games that clear Roblox’s safety checks will be available to age-verified users aged 16 and above. Roblox also plans to keep the basic version free while introducing paid options for power users later.



According to Roblox, these tools are part of its vision to let anyone turn a game idea into reality. By making development simpler, the company hopes more creators will build and publish engaging games on the platform.

#Roblox #Vibe #Code #GamesRoblox

Roblox Build is a new feature that makes game creation easier for everyone. The feature introduces a mobile-first creation tab in the Roblox app, which lets users create games virtually from anywhere as long as they write a brief description of what kind of game they want to create using a short text command. The AI creates a playable template of the game, which creators can then customize after testing. After testing and refining the game, it can be posted to Roblox. One can even move to Roblox Studio when more advanced editing features are required, as both platforms work hand in hand.

The Build tool uses AI to do a number of things automatically within the game development process. With the help of Roblox AI and other types of AI technology, Build can create anything from characters and worlds to gameplay, sound effects, and graphics. Roblox says its AI has been trained using gaming-specific data and a large library of 3D models. As a result, it can create game-ready objects and fully playable scenes, helping more users bring their ideas to life.

Roblox plans to expand Studio with a new suite of AI tools for creators. One AI agent will automatically test games and find bugs before release. Another will provide easy-to-understand insights about game performance, and a third will recommend ways to boost player retention and monetization. In addition, Roblox is building AI technology that can generate editable 3D scenes from simple text descriptions.

Availability, Testing, and Pricing

Roblox is launching Build in public alpha starting July 28. The ability to publish games will first reach selected creators in New Zealand, before expanding to additional countries in the coming months. The company says age-verified users aged 9 and older can use Build during the testing phase. However, only games that clear Roblox’s safety checks will be available to age-verified users aged 16 and above. Roblox also plans to keep the basic version free while introducing paid options for power users later.

According to Roblox, these tools are part of its vision to let anyone turn a game idea into reality. By making development simpler, the company hopes more creators will build and publish engaging games on the platform.

#Roblox #Vibe #Code #GamesRoblox">Roblox Now Wants You To Vibe Code Games
	
With over 132 million daily active users, Roblox has become one of the world’s biggest platforms for user-created games. Now, the company is taking game creation a step further by launching Build, a new AI-powered tool that allows users to create games using natural language prompts. Roblox says the feature will make game development more accessible to everyone.



What Is Roblox Build?







Roblox Build is a new feature that makes game creation easier for everyone. The feature introduces a mobile-first creation tab in the Roblox app, which lets users create games virtually from anywhere as long as they write a brief description of what kind of game they want to create using a short text command. The AI creates a playable template of the game, which creators can then customize after testing. After testing and refining the game, it can be posted to Roblox. One can even move to Roblox Studio when more advanced editing features are required, as both platforms work hand in hand.



The Build tool uses AI to do a number of things automatically within the game development process. With the help of Roblox AI and other types of AI technology, Build can create anything from characters and worlds to gameplay, sound effects, and graphics. Roblox says its AI has been trained using gaming-specific data and a large library of 3D models. As a result, it can create game-ready objects and fully playable scenes, helping more users bring their ideas to life.



Roblox plans to expand Studio with a new suite of AI tools for creators. One AI agent will automatically test games and find bugs before release. Another will provide easy-to-understand insights about game performance, and a third will recommend ways to boost player retention and monetization. In addition, Roblox is building AI technology that can generate editable 3D scenes from simple text descriptions.




For 20 years, Roblox has been on a mission to remove limits on what gaming is – and what it can be.Today, we’re introducing Build – a new way for anyone to create a game on Roblox from their phone. And we’re expanding AI-powered tools for developers of every level.We’re doing…— David Baszucki (@DavidBaszucki) July 16, 2026




Availability, Testing, and Pricing



Roblox is launching Build in public alpha starting July 28. The ability to publish games will first reach selected creators in New Zealand, before expanding to additional countries in the coming months. The company says age-verified users aged 9 and older can use Build during the testing phase. However, only games that clear Roblox’s safety checks will be available to age-verified users aged 16 and above. Roblox also plans to keep the basic version free while introducing paid options for power users later.



According to Roblox, these tools are part of its vision to let anyone turn a game idea into reality. By making development simpler, the company hopes more creators will build and publish engaging games on the platform.

#Roblox #Vibe #Code #GamesRoblox

has become one of the world’s biggest platforms for user-created games. Now, the company is taking game creation a step further by launching Build, a new AI-powered tool that allows users to create games using natural language prompts. Roblox says the feature will make game development more accessible to everyone.

What Is Roblox Build?

Roblox Now Wants You To Vibe Code Games
	
With over 132 million daily active users, Roblox has become one of the world’s biggest platforms for user-created games. Now, the company is taking game creation a step further by launching Build, a new AI-powered tool that allows users to create games using natural language prompts. Roblox says the feature will make game development more accessible to everyone.



What Is Roblox Build?







Roblox Build is a new feature that makes game creation easier for everyone. The feature introduces a mobile-first creation tab in the Roblox app, which lets users create games virtually from anywhere as long as they write a brief description of what kind of game they want to create using a short text command. The AI creates a playable template of the game, which creators can then customize after testing. After testing and refining the game, it can be posted to Roblox. One can even move to Roblox Studio when more advanced editing features are required, as both platforms work hand in hand.



The Build tool uses AI to do a number of things automatically within the game development process. With the help of Roblox AI and other types of AI technology, Build can create anything from characters and worlds to gameplay, sound effects, and graphics. Roblox says its AI has been trained using gaming-specific data and a large library of 3D models. As a result, it can create game-ready objects and fully playable scenes, helping more users bring their ideas to life.



Roblox plans to expand Studio with a new suite of AI tools for creators. One AI agent will automatically test games and find bugs before release. Another will provide easy-to-understand insights about game performance, and a third will recommend ways to boost player retention and monetization. In addition, Roblox is building AI technology that can generate editable 3D scenes from simple text descriptions.




For 20 years, Roblox has been on a mission to remove limits on what gaming is – and what it can be.Today, we’re introducing Build – a new way for anyone to create a game on Roblox from their phone. And we’re expanding AI-powered tools for developers of every level.We’re doing…— David Baszucki (@DavidBaszucki) July 16, 2026




Availability, Testing, and Pricing



Roblox is launching Build in public alpha starting July 28. The ability to publish games will first reach selected creators in New Zealand, before expanding to additional countries in the coming months. The company says age-verified users aged 9 and older can use Build during the testing phase. However, only games that clear Roblox’s safety checks will be available to age-verified users aged 16 and above. Roblox also plans to keep the basic version free while introducing paid options for power users later.



According to Roblox, these tools are part of its vision to let anyone turn a game idea into reality. By making development simpler, the company hopes more creators will build and publish engaging games on the platform.

#Roblox #Vibe #Code #GamesRoblox

Roblox Build is a new feature that makes game creation easier for everyone. The feature introduces a mobile-first creation tab in the Roblox app, which lets users create games virtually from anywhere as long as they write a brief description of what kind of game they want to create using a short text command. The AI creates a playable template of the game, which creators can then customize after testing. After testing and refining the game, it can be posted to Roblox. One can even move to Roblox Studio when more advanced editing features are required, as both platforms work hand in hand.

The Build tool uses AI to do a number of things automatically within the game development process. With the help of Roblox AI and other types of AI technology, Build can create anything from characters and worlds to gameplay, sound effects, and graphics. Roblox says its AI has been trained using gaming-specific data and a large library of 3D models. As a result, it can create game-ready objects and fully playable scenes, helping more users bring their ideas to life.

Roblox plans to expand Studio with a new suite of AI tools for creators. One AI agent will automatically test games and find bugs before release. Another will provide easy-to-understand insights about game performance, and a third will recommend ways to boost player retention and monetization. In addition, Roblox is building AI technology that can generate editable 3D scenes from simple text descriptions.

Availability, Testing, and Pricing

Roblox is launching Build in public alpha starting July 28. The ability to publish games will first reach selected creators in New Zealand, before expanding to additional countries in the coming months. The company says age-verified users aged 9 and older can use Build during the testing phase. However, only games that clear Roblox’s safety checks will be available to age-verified users aged 16 and above. Roblox also plans to keep the basic version free while introducing paid options for power users later.

According to Roblox, these tools are part of its vision to let anyone turn a game idea into reality. By making development simpler, the company hopes more creators will build and publish engaging games on the platform.

#Roblox #Vibe #Code #GamesRoblox">Roblox Now Wants You To Vibe Code Games

With over 132 million daily active users, Roblox has become one of the world’s biggest platforms for user-created games. Now, the company is taking game creation a step further by launching Build, a new AI-powered tool that allows users to create games using natural language prompts. Roblox says the feature will make game development more accessible to everyone.

What Is Roblox Build?

Roblox Now Wants You To Vibe Code Games
	
With over 132 million daily active users, Roblox has become one of the world’s biggest platforms for user-created games. Now, the company is taking game creation a step further by launching Build, a new AI-powered tool that allows users to create games using natural language prompts. Roblox says the feature will make game development more accessible to everyone.



What Is Roblox Build?







Roblox Build is a new feature that makes game creation easier for everyone. The feature introduces a mobile-first creation tab in the Roblox app, which lets users create games virtually from anywhere as long as they write a brief description of what kind of game they want to create using a short text command. The AI creates a playable template of the game, which creators can then customize after testing. After testing and refining the game, it can be posted to Roblox. One can even move to Roblox Studio when more advanced editing features are required, as both platforms work hand in hand.



The Build tool uses AI to do a number of things automatically within the game development process. With the help of Roblox AI and other types of AI technology, Build can create anything from characters and worlds to gameplay, sound effects, and graphics. Roblox says its AI has been trained using gaming-specific data and a large library of 3D models. As a result, it can create game-ready objects and fully playable scenes, helping more users bring their ideas to life.



Roblox plans to expand Studio with a new suite of AI tools for creators. One AI agent will automatically test games and find bugs before release. Another will provide easy-to-understand insights about game performance, and a third will recommend ways to boost player retention and monetization. In addition, Roblox is building AI technology that can generate editable 3D scenes from simple text descriptions.




For 20 years, Roblox has been on a mission to remove limits on what gaming is – and what it can be.Today, we’re introducing Build – a new way for anyone to create a game on Roblox from their phone. And we’re expanding AI-powered tools for developers of every level.We’re doing…— David Baszucki (@DavidBaszucki) July 16, 2026




Availability, Testing, and Pricing



Roblox is launching Build in public alpha starting July 28. The ability to publish games will first reach selected creators in New Zealand, before expanding to additional countries in the coming months. The company says age-verified users aged 9 and older can use Build during the testing phase. However, only games that clear Roblox’s safety checks will be available to age-verified users aged 16 and above. Roblox also plans to keep the basic version free while introducing paid options for power users later.



According to Roblox, these tools are part of its vision to let anyone turn a game idea into reality. By making development simpler, the company hopes more creators will build and publish engaging games on the platform.

#Roblox #Vibe #Code #GamesRoblox

Roblox Build is a new feature that makes game creation easier for everyone. The feature introduces a mobile-first creation tab in the Roblox app, which lets users create games virtually from anywhere as long as they write a brief description of what kind of game they want to create using a short text command. The AI creates a playable template of the game, which creators can then customize after testing. After testing and refining the game, it can be posted to Roblox. One can even move to Roblox Studio when more advanced editing features are required, as both platforms work hand in hand.

The Build tool uses AI to do a number of things automatically within the game development process. With the help of Roblox AI and other types of AI technology, Build can create anything from characters and worlds to gameplay, sound effects, and graphics. Roblox says its AI has been trained using gaming-specific data and a large library of 3D models. As a result, it can create game-ready objects and fully playable scenes, helping more users bring their ideas to life.

Roblox plans to expand Studio with a new suite of AI tools for creators. One AI agent will automatically test games and find bugs before release. Another will provide easy-to-understand insights about game performance, and a third will recommend ways to boost player retention and monetization. In addition, Roblox is building AI technology that can generate editable 3D scenes from simple text descriptions.

Availability, Testing, and Pricing

Roblox is launching Build in public alpha starting July 28. The ability to publish games will first reach selected creators in New Zealand, before expanding to additional countries in the coming months. The company says age-verified users aged 9 and older can use Build during the testing phase. However, only games that clear Roblox’s safety checks will be available to age-verified users aged 16 and above. Roblox also plans to keep the basic version free while introducing paid options for power users later.

According to Roblox, these tools are part of its vision to let anyone turn a game idea into reality. By making development simpler, the company hopes more creators will build and publish engaging games on the platform.

#Roblox #Vibe #Code #GamesRoblox
Volkswagen-branded e-bikes developed by n+, a bike company that has previously partnered with Mercedes-AMG’s Formula 1 team.

Volkswagen Thinks Your E-Bike Needs a Pair of Smart Glasses
                Volkswagen is bringing some high-tech car features to a new line of electric bikes, including an optional pair of smart glasses. The German automaker recently unveiled two premium Volkswagen-branded e-bikes developed by n+, a bike company that has previously partnered with Mercedes-AMG’s Formula 1 team. © Volkswagen The companies say the bikes were designed with the same “safety-first philosophy” as a modern passenger vehicle and come packed with tech more commonly found in cars like radar, a rearview camera, blind-spot alerts and turn signals. These e-bikes arrive as automakers and startups are showing growing interest in smaller and cheaper electric vehicles designed for shorter trips. But Volkswagen’s smart bikes are surprisingly loaded with more safety features than many of the alternatives.

 The bikes’ main feature is the Smart View system, which pairs a rear-facing camera with a screen mounted between the bikes’ handlebars. It also uses radar to provide blind-spot alerts, helping riders to stay aware of approaching traffic without having to take their eyes off the road.

 © Volkswagen The bikes also feature an LED strip integrated into the frame’s top tube that acts as a high-visibility daytime running light. It glows red when the rider brakes and amber to signal a turn. Beyond those standard features, Volkswagen and n+ are also offering some optional safety gear. The first is a smart helmet that connects to the bike over Bluetooth and uses high-visibility LEDs that synched to the bike’s brake and turn signals. The helmet also includes a built-in accelerometer that can detect a possible crash and automatically send a text message to the rider’s emergency contacts.

 And finally, riders can grab a pair of smart glasses with a heads-up display that puts navigation directions, blind-spot warnings, and other ride information directly within their field of vision. © Volkswagen “[T]echnologies like these are most commonly known from the automotive world. Seeing them make their way onto an e-bike demonstrates how technologies can evolve and be adapted in meaningful ways,” said Peter Jost, CEO of Volkswagen Accessories, Lifestyle & Licenses, in a press release. The smart e-bikes come in two models. The Sport model is designed with agility in mind, while the Crossover model is built for comfort and includes a rear cargo tray. Both bikes offer pedal assistance up to 25 kilometers per hour (about 15.5 mph) and have a maximum estimated range of 160 kilometers (99 miles). The actual range will vary depending on factors like terrain, wind, tire pressure, and rider weight. Battery extenders are available for both models

 The Sport model starts at ,999, while the Crossover starts at ,349. The optional smart helmet costs 9, and the smart glasses will set customers back another 9.      #Volkswagen #Thinks #EBike #Pair #Smart #Glassese-bikes,smart glasses,Volkswagen
© Volkswagen

The companies say the bikes were designed with the same “safety-first philosophy” as a modern passenger vehicle and come packed with tech more commonly found in cars like radar, a rearview camera, blind-spot alerts and turn signals.

These e-bikes arrive as automakers and startups are showing growing interest in smaller and cheaper electric vehicles designed for shorter trips. But Volkswagen’s smart bikes are surprisingly loaded with more safety features than many of the alternatives.

The bikes’ main feature is the Smart View system, which pairs a rear-facing camera with a screen mounted between the bikes’ handlebars. It also uses radar to provide blind-spot alerts, helping riders to stay aware of approaching traffic without having to take their eyes off the road.

Smart View Volkswagen
© Volkswagen

The bikes also feature an LED strip integrated into the frame’s top tube that acts as a high-visibility daytime running light. It glows red when the rider brakes and amber to signal a turn.

Beyond those standard features, Volkswagen and n+ are also offering some optional safety gear.

The first is a smart helmet that connects to the bike over Bluetooth and uses high-visibility LEDs that synched to the bike’s brake and turn signals. The helmet also includes a built-in accelerometer that can detect a possible crash and automatically send a text message to the rider’s emergency contacts.

And finally, riders can grab a pair of smart glasses with a heads-up display that puts navigation directions, blind-spot warnings, and other ride information directly within their field of vision.

Volkswagen Smart Glasses
© Volkswagen

“[T]echnologies like these are most commonly known from the automotive world. Seeing them make their way onto an e-bike demonstrates how technologies can evolve and be adapted in meaningful ways,” said Peter Jost, CEO of Volkswagen Accessories, Lifestyle & Licenses, in a press release.

The smart e-bikes come in two models. The Sport model is designed with agility in mind, while the Crossover model is built for comfort and includes a rear cargo tray.

Both bikes offer pedal assistance up to 25 kilometers per hour (about 15.5 mph) and have a maximum estimated range of 160 kilometers (99 miles). The actual range will vary depending on factors like terrain, wind, tire pressure, and rider weight. Battery extenders are available for both models

The Sport model starts at $3,999, while the Crossover starts at $4,349. The optional smart helmet costs $399, and the smart glasses will set customers back another $499.

#Volkswagen #Thinks #EBike #Pair #Smart #Glassese-bikes,smart glasses,Volkswagen">Volkswagen Thinks Your E-Bike Needs a Pair of Smart Glasses
                Volkswagen is bringing some high-tech car features to a new line of electric bikes, including an optional pair of smart glasses. The German automaker recently unveiled two premium Volkswagen-branded e-bikes developed by n+, a bike company that has previously partnered with Mercedes-AMG’s Formula 1 team. © Volkswagen The companies say the bikes were designed with the same “safety-first philosophy” as a modern passenger vehicle and come packed with tech more commonly found in cars like radar, a rearview camera, blind-spot alerts and turn signals. These e-bikes arrive as automakers and startups are showing growing interest in smaller and cheaper electric vehicles designed for shorter trips. But Volkswagen’s smart bikes are surprisingly loaded with more safety features than many of the alternatives.

 The bikes’ main feature is the Smart View system, which pairs a rear-facing camera with a screen mounted between the bikes’ handlebars. It also uses radar to provide blind-spot alerts, helping riders to stay aware of approaching traffic without having to take their eyes off the road.

 © Volkswagen The bikes also feature an LED strip integrated into the frame’s top tube that acts as a high-visibility daytime running light. It glows red when the rider brakes and amber to signal a turn. Beyond those standard features, Volkswagen and n+ are also offering some optional safety gear. The first is a smart helmet that connects to the bike over Bluetooth and uses high-visibility LEDs that synched to the bike’s brake and turn signals. The helmet also includes a built-in accelerometer that can detect a possible crash and automatically send a text message to the rider’s emergency contacts.

 And finally, riders can grab a pair of smart glasses with a heads-up display that puts navigation directions, blind-spot warnings, and other ride information directly within their field of vision. © Volkswagen “[T]echnologies like these are most commonly known from the automotive world. Seeing them make their way onto an e-bike demonstrates how technologies can evolve and be adapted in meaningful ways,” said Peter Jost, CEO of Volkswagen Accessories, Lifestyle & Licenses, in a press release. The smart e-bikes come in two models. The Sport model is designed with agility in mind, while the Crossover model is built for comfort and includes a rear cargo tray. Both bikes offer pedal assistance up to 25 kilometers per hour (about 15.5 mph) and have a maximum estimated range of 160 kilometers (99 miles). The actual range will vary depending on factors like terrain, wind, tire pressure, and rider weight. Battery extenders are available for both models

 The Sport model starts at ,999, while the Crossover starts at ,349. The optional smart helmet costs 9, and the smart glasses will set customers back another 9.      #Volkswagen #Thinks #EBike #Pair #Smart #Glassese-bikes,smart glasses,Volkswagen

developed by n+, a bike company that has previously partnered with Mercedes-AMG’s Formula 1 team.

Volkswagen Thinks Your E-Bike Needs a Pair of Smart Glasses
                Volkswagen is bringing some high-tech car features to a new line of electric bikes, including an optional pair of smart glasses. The German automaker recently unveiled two premium Volkswagen-branded e-bikes developed by n+, a bike company that has previously partnered with Mercedes-AMG’s Formula 1 team. © Volkswagen The companies say the bikes were designed with the same “safety-first philosophy” as a modern passenger vehicle and come packed with tech more commonly found in cars like radar, a rearview camera, blind-spot alerts and turn signals. These e-bikes arrive as automakers and startups are showing growing interest in smaller and cheaper electric vehicles designed for shorter trips. But Volkswagen’s smart bikes are surprisingly loaded with more safety features than many of the alternatives.

 The bikes’ main feature is the Smart View system, which pairs a rear-facing camera with a screen mounted between the bikes’ handlebars. It also uses radar to provide blind-spot alerts, helping riders to stay aware of approaching traffic without having to take their eyes off the road.

 © Volkswagen The bikes also feature an LED strip integrated into the frame’s top tube that acts as a high-visibility daytime running light. It glows red when the rider brakes and amber to signal a turn. Beyond those standard features, Volkswagen and n+ are also offering some optional safety gear. The first is a smart helmet that connects to the bike over Bluetooth and uses high-visibility LEDs that synched to the bike’s brake and turn signals. The helmet also includes a built-in accelerometer that can detect a possible crash and automatically send a text message to the rider’s emergency contacts.

 And finally, riders can grab a pair of smart glasses with a heads-up display that puts navigation directions, blind-spot warnings, and other ride information directly within their field of vision. © Volkswagen “[T]echnologies like these are most commonly known from the automotive world. Seeing them make their way onto an e-bike demonstrates how technologies can evolve and be adapted in meaningful ways,” said Peter Jost, CEO of Volkswagen Accessories, Lifestyle & Licenses, in a press release. The smart e-bikes come in two models. The Sport model is designed with agility in mind, while the Crossover model is built for comfort and includes a rear cargo tray. Both bikes offer pedal assistance up to 25 kilometers per hour (about 15.5 mph) and have a maximum estimated range of 160 kilometers (99 miles). The actual range will vary depending on factors like terrain, wind, tire pressure, and rider weight. Battery extenders are available for both models

 The Sport model starts at ,999, while the Crossover starts at ,349. The optional smart helmet costs 9, and the smart glasses will set customers back another 9.      #Volkswagen #Thinks #EBike #Pair #Smart #Glassese-bikes,smart glasses,Volkswagen
© Volkswagen

The companies say the bikes were designed with the same “safety-first philosophy” as a modern passenger vehicle and come packed with tech more commonly found in cars like radar, a rearview camera, blind-spot alerts and turn signals.

These e-bikes arrive as automakers and startups are showing growing interest in smaller and cheaper electric vehicles designed for shorter trips. But Volkswagen’s smart bikes are surprisingly loaded with more safety features than many of the alternatives.

The bikes’ main feature is the Smart View system, which pairs a rear-facing camera with a screen mounted between the bikes’ handlebars. It also uses radar to provide blind-spot alerts, helping riders to stay aware of approaching traffic without having to take their eyes off the road.

Smart View Volkswagen
© Volkswagen

The bikes also feature an LED strip integrated into the frame’s top tube that acts as a high-visibility daytime running light. It glows red when the rider brakes and amber to signal a turn.

Beyond those standard features, Volkswagen and n+ are also offering some optional safety gear.

The first is a smart helmet that connects to the bike over Bluetooth and uses high-visibility LEDs that synched to the bike’s brake and turn signals. The helmet also includes a built-in accelerometer that can detect a possible crash and automatically send a text message to the rider’s emergency contacts.

And finally, riders can grab a pair of smart glasses with a heads-up display that puts navigation directions, blind-spot warnings, and other ride information directly within their field of vision.

Volkswagen Smart Glasses
© Volkswagen

“[T]echnologies like these are most commonly known from the automotive world. Seeing them make their way onto an e-bike demonstrates how technologies can evolve and be adapted in meaningful ways,” said Peter Jost, CEO of Volkswagen Accessories, Lifestyle & Licenses, in a press release.

The smart e-bikes come in two models. The Sport model is designed with agility in mind, while the Crossover model is built for comfort and includes a rear cargo tray.

Both bikes offer pedal assistance up to 25 kilometers per hour (about 15.5 mph) and have a maximum estimated range of 160 kilometers (99 miles). The actual range will vary depending on factors like terrain, wind, tire pressure, and rider weight. Battery extenders are available for both models

The Sport model starts at $3,999, while the Crossover starts at $4,349. The optional smart helmet costs $399, and the smart glasses will set customers back another $499.

#Volkswagen #Thinks #EBike #Pair #Smart #Glassese-bikes,smart glasses,Volkswagen">Volkswagen Thinks Your E-Bike Needs a Pair of Smart Glasses

Volkswagen is bringing some high-tech car features to a new line of electric bikes, including an optional pair of smart glasses.

The German automaker recently unveiled two premium Volkswagen-branded e-bikes developed by n+, a bike company that has previously partnered with Mercedes-AMG’s Formula 1 team.

Volkswagen Thinks Your E-Bike Needs a Pair of Smart Glasses
                Volkswagen is bringing some high-tech car features to a new line of electric bikes, including an optional pair of smart glasses. The German automaker recently unveiled two premium Volkswagen-branded e-bikes developed by n+, a bike company that has previously partnered with Mercedes-AMG’s Formula 1 team. © Volkswagen The companies say the bikes were designed with the same “safety-first philosophy” as a modern passenger vehicle and come packed with tech more commonly found in cars like radar, a rearview camera, blind-spot alerts and turn signals. These e-bikes arrive as automakers and startups are showing growing interest in smaller and cheaper electric vehicles designed for shorter trips. But Volkswagen’s smart bikes are surprisingly loaded with more safety features than many of the alternatives.

 The bikes’ main feature is the Smart View system, which pairs a rear-facing camera with a screen mounted between the bikes’ handlebars. It also uses radar to provide blind-spot alerts, helping riders to stay aware of approaching traffic without having to take their eyes off the road.

 © Volkswagen The bikes also feature an LED strip integrated into the frame’s top tube that acts as a high-visibility daytime running light. It glows red when the rider brakes and amber to signal a turn. Beyond those standard features, Volkswagen and n+ are also offering some optional safety gear. The first is a smart helmet that connects to the bike over Bluetooth and uses high-visibility LEDs that synched to the bike’s brake and turn signals. The helmet also includes a built-in accelerometer that can detect a possible crash and automatically send a text message to the rider’s emergency contacts.

 And finally, riders can grab a pair of smart glasses with a heads-up display that puts navigation directions, blind-spot warnings, and other ride information directly within their field of vision. © Volkswagen “[T]echnologies like these are most commonly known from the automotive world. Seeing them make their way onto an e-bike demonstrates how technologies can evolve and be adapted in meaningful ways,” said Peter Jost, CEO of Volkswagen Accessories, Lifestyle & Licenses, in a press release. The smart e-bikes come in two models. The Sport model is designed with agility in mind, while the Crossover model is built for comfort and includes a rear cargo tray. Both bikes offer pedal assistance up to 25 kilometers per hour (about 15.5 mph) and have a maximum estimated range of 160 kilometers (99 miles). The actual range will vary depending on factors like terrain, wind, tire pressure, and rider weight. Battery extenders are available for both models

 The Sport model starts at ,999, while the Crossover starts at ,349. The optional smart helmet costs 9, and the smart glasses will set customers back another 9.      #Volkswagen #Thinks #EBike #Pair #Smart #Glassese-bikes,smart glasses,Volkswagen
© Volkswagen

The companies say the bikes were designed with the same “safety-first philosophy” as a modern passenger vehicle and come packed with tech more commonly found in cars like radar, a rearview camera, blind-spot alerts and turn signals.

These e-bikes arrive as automakers and startups are showing growing interest in smaller and cheaper electric vehicles designed for shorter trips. But Volkswagen’s smart bikes are surprisingly loaded with more safety features than many of the alternatives.

The bikes’ main feature is the Smart View system, which pairs a rear-facing camera with a screen mounted between the bikes’ handlebars. It also uses radar to provide blind-spot alerts, helping riders to stay aware of approaching traffic without having to take their eyes off the road.

Smart View Volkswagen
© Volkswagen

The bikes also feature an LED strip integrated into the frame’s top tube that acts as a high-visibility daytime running light. It glows red when the rider brakes and amber to signal a turn.

Beyond those standard features, Volkswagen and n+ are also offering some optional safety gear.

The first is a smart helmet that connects to the bike over Bluetooth and uses high-visibility LEDs that synched to the bike’s brake and turn signals. The helmet also includes a built-in accelerometer that can detect a possible crash and automatically send a text message to the rider’s emergency contacts.

And finally, riders can grab a pair of smart glasses with a heads-up display that puts navigation directions, blind-spot warnings, and other ride information directly within their field of vision.

Volkswagen Smart Glasses
© Volkswagen

“[T]echnologies like these are most commonly known from the automotive world. Seeing them make their way onto an e-bike demonstrates how technologies can evolve and be adapted in meaningful ways,” said Peter Jost, CEO of Volkswagen Accessories, Lifestyle & Licenses, in a press release.

The smart e-bikes come in two models. The Sport model is designed with agility in mind, while the Crossover model is built for comfort and includes a rear cargo tray.

Both bikes offer pedal assistance up to 25 kilometers per hour (about 15.5 mph) and have a maximum estimated range of 160 kilometers (99 miles). The actual range will vary depending on factors like terrain, wind, tire pressure, and rider weight. Battery extenders are available for both models

The Sport model starts at $3,999, while the Crossover starts at $4,349. The optional smart helmet costs $399, and the smart glasses will set customers back another $499.

#Volkswagen #Thinks #EBike #Pair #Smart #Glassese-bikes,smart glasses,Volkswagen

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