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Samsung’s new battery project in Australia uses Tesla technology

Samsung is planning a major energy storage project in Australia, choosing Tesla’s Megapack batteries instead of its own. The $100 million initiative, located near Wagga Wagga in New South Wales, will feature a 100MW/400MWh battery system.
Named Mangoplah, it will use 108 Tesla Megapacks and be built about 3km from the town.This project aims to store energy from renewable sources like wind and solar, helping to stabilize the local power grid. It’s part of Samsung C&T’s efforts to grow its renewable energy presence in Australia.
The company has submitted the project for environmental approval, showing its commitment to sustainable energy solutions.By using Tesla’s technology, Samsung is tapping into proven, reliable battery systems to ensure the project’s success.
The Mangoplah setup is expected to provide backup power and support the region’s shift to cleaner energy. Construction is set to create jobs and boost the local economy, with completion targeted for late 2025.Samsung’s decision to go with Tesla’s Megapacks highlights a trend of collaboration in the renewable energy sector.
This project could set an example for future energy storage initiatives, showing how global companies can work together to promote sustainability. As Australia pushes for more renewable energy, projects like Mangoplah will play a key role in meeting those goals.
New features make Gemini Live smarter and more helpful

Google’s Gemini Live is getting a big upgrade, making it even better for everyday chats. Soon, it will show handy info cards from Google apps like Calendar, Maps, Keep, and Tasks to give you quick, useful answers. For example, if you ask about your schedule, it might pull up your Calendar events right away.
This feature comes from an APK teardown, which looks at app code to predict future updates, but these changes might not reach everyone yet.On top of that, Gemini Live is adding support for more apps, like Gmail, Google Messages, YouTube, and even apps like Spotify and WhatsApp.
These connections, called extensions, let Gemini Live do things like play music or send messages for you. Imagine asking it to find a song on Spotify or check your emails—it’s like having a super-smart assistant.
The cards will also work with a new floating overlay, so you can use Gemini Live while doing other things on your phone.Google is also working on a feature similar to Circle-to-Search, letting you interact with what’s on your screen during Live chats.
While we don’t know exactly when these updates will roll out, some users already have access to extensions, and the cards should be coming soon. These changes make Gemini Live more powerful, helping you get things done faster and easier.
Google personal safety app gets a fresh look

Google’s Personal Safety app is getting a makeover with a new design called Material 3 Expressive. This update brings a modern, colorful style to the app’s emergency contacts section, making it easier to use during urgent situations. The changes are part of Google’s plan to refresh its apps for Android 16 QPR1, expected later this year.
An APK teardown of the app’s latest version (2025.06.12.772866699.3-release) shows bigger, bolder buttons and brighter colors. These updates aim to make the app more user-friendly, helping you quickly call for help or record videos in emergencies. The new design aligns with Google’s goal to give Android a lively, engaging look. Other apps like Chrome and Google Messages are also getting similar updates.
The revamped emergency contacts menu will likely be exclusive to Android 16 QPR1 for now, as it ties into the system’s Safety and Emergency settings. While these changes look promising, they’re still in testing and may not appear in the final version. Google is working hard to make its apps more visually appealing and easier to navigate.
Gemini might soon send pictures via Google Messages

Google’s Gemini AI could soon make texting more exciting by adding support for sending pictures through Google Messages, thanks to a feature called RCS. Right now, Gemini can only send text messages using Google Messages, and if you try to send an image, it just sends a blank link because it doesn’t support MMS yet.
But new clues found in the latest Google app update (version 16.25.44) suggest this might change soon. The update shows code that checks if a device supports RCS, which could let Gemini send images and other media directly through Google Messages.
RCS is a modern texting system that allows sharper photos, videos, and fun features like reactions, unlike old-school SMS. If both the sender and receiver have RCS, Gemini could send high-quality images without any hassle. If RCS isn’t available, it would switch back to regular SMS.
This upgrade would make Gemini more useful, letting you create and share AI-made images or even send files like PDFs straight from Google Messages. For example, you could ask Gemini to send a photo from your gallery to a friend, and it would attach the actual image, not just a link.
While Google hasn’t officially announced this feature, the code hints it’s in progress. Stay tuned for updates, as this could make texting with Gemini a lot more fun.
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