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Introducing Samsung’s Galaxy XR AI-Glasses: Opening New Worlds

William Attardi on November 1, 2025

Samsung Electronics unveiled Galaxy XR, introducing a new category of AI-native devices designed to deliver immersive experiences in a form factor optimized for multimodal AI. As the first product built on the new Android XR platform developed together by Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm Technologies, Galaxy XR showcases the future of discovery, play, and work, enabling users to enjoy natural, deeply immersive experiences — from daily tasks to bold new frontiers. It’s the first step in Samsung’s long-term XR journey, with innovations to come across the full spectrum of XR form factors, including AI glasses. Galaxy XR is unlocking new possibilities with multimodal AI, transforming how people connect with the world through technology in their daily lives. [News] Introducing Galaxy XR: Opening New Worlds – LEDinside

AMP SECURE™ Adjustable Wall Flood Light (120-277V)

William Attardi on October 21, 2025

The AMP SECURE™ Adjustable Wall Flood Light is a versatile, modern solution for both residential and commercial security lighting. Built to enhance safety and adaptability, this flood light offers contractors a highly configurable option with advanced features tailored to meet specific project requirements. DLC certified, this adjustable flood light provides versatile security lighting with selectable wattage, CCT, and an integrated dusk-to-dawn photocontrol. Durable die-cast aluminum construction and universal 120-277V compatibility make it ideal for residential and commercial applications. 5-Year Warranty. Features at: Adjustable Wall Flood Light | AMP SECURE™ | AMP Lighting

LEDVANCE Showcases Bremen’s Weserstadion with New Lighting Design and Iconic Floodlight Towers

William Attardi on October 21, 2025

The floodlights at Bremen Germany’s Weserstadion are shining in a whole new light: LEDVANCE has equipped the iconic stadium on the Osterdeich with a cutting-edge LED  The new installation meets the highest UEFA standards and creates a spectacular atmosphere for players, fans, and TV audiences alike.  A total of 264 FL Arena Quattro luminaires were installed – 140 on the towers and 124 beneath the roof. Each tower was also fitted with ten green FL Arena singlebeam spotlights to create striking visual accents. To comply with the UEFA Elite Class A requirements, additional fixtures had to be mounted on load-bearing structures. The surrounding lighting was also renewed and now shines in warm white light without dazzling the residents in the neighborhood. The new system doesn’t just impress with outstanding light quality; it is also highly energy efficient. LEDVANCE showcases Bremen’s Weserstadion with new lighting design and iconic floodlight towers – now more energy efficient than ever | LEDVANCE

Market Launch of FlatLight Technology as Daytime Running Light

William Attardi on October 13, 2025

The international automotive supplier FORVIA HELLA is taking efficiency, design freedom, and cost optimization in automotive lighting technology to a new level with the first market launch of FlatLight technology as a daytime running light. The innovative light guide concept of the FlatLight | µMX technology is based on so-called micro-optics: these are optical lenses smaller than a grain of salt. These optics, which are only a few micrometers in size, enable completely new, distinctive, and at the same time highly efficient light signatures. As a result, the required installation space is reduced by around 80 percent due to the low module depth and multifunctionality: while conventional daytime running lights require a depth of around 40 mm, the FlatLight technology manages with just five millimeters. In addition, FlatLight is about 40 percent more energy-efficient and 80 percent lighter than comparable systems on the market. 2025-10-08 Market Launch of FlatLight Technology as Daytime Running Light | FORVIA HELLA

Can These Self-Flying Planes Transform the Skies?

William Attardi on October 10, 2025

Reliable Robotics is among startups hoping to revolutionize air travel by doing away with the need for human pilots on cargo, military and even passenger aircraft. If all goes as planned, Reliable Robotics eventually won’t need any pilots on board its planes. It is among startups vying to revolutionize air travel by doing away with the need for human pilotson cargo, military and maybe even passenger aircraft. Autonomous flight is being tested at companies from giant aircraft makers to small startups. For now, cargo and military flights are the focus. Reliable recently signed a $17 million contract with the U.S. Air Force that involves testing autonomous cargo flights. Robots Are Taking Over Your Plane. Will Fully Autonomous Autopilot Make Flights Safer? – WSJ

SATCO|NUVO’s Omni Directional CFL Replacement Lamps

William Attardi on October 10, 2025

Type A+B Dual Mode SATCO|NUVO’s CFL replacement lamps deliver reliable, energy-efficient performance in a compact and versatile PL shape. This comprehensive line offers 5W or 7W options to replace 13W, 18W, or 26W CFLs, with dedicated color temperatures from 2700K to 5000K and lumen outputs ranging from 580 to 910. A+B dual mode ballast compatibility ensures flexibility for both plug-and-play and ballast bypass installations. Constructed with durable aluminum and plastic and finished with a frosted lens, they provide even, glare-free illumination in any universal operating position. Damp location rated with a 50,000-hour lifespan and backed by a 5-year warranty; these non-dimmable lamps are built for lasting performance. GX23 and G24d base options make them an ideal solution for a wide range of CFL retrofit applications. Download the Specification Sheet  SN1892_Omni_Pin_Based_Lamps_8-14-25.pdf  SATCO/NUVO > New Products

EARTHGRAIN by Litecontrol

William Attardi on October 8, 2025

The Earthgrain series brings the warmth and texture of natural wood to high performance linear lighting, offering a seamless blend of organic aesthetics and modern design

  • EARTHGRAIN MODx with four aperture widths, a range of mounting options, diverse output distributions, and an array of lumen packages and diffuser styles, the MOD™x family adapts effortlessly to the needs of any space. Its modular design and extensive feature set make it a reliable, high-performance solution for both form and function.
  • EARTHGRAIN Aira refined aesthetic with the ability to see through the center of the luminaire provides scale without weight. Available in Pendant, Wall, and Wall Sconce
  • EARTHGRAIN Stance family of linear pendants feature classic rectilinear and arcuate forms delivering exceptional distribution flexibility with TriGain Technology.  LC_Earthgrain_Brochure.pdf   Litecontrol | Current – HLI Brands

Intermatic Offers New ABRA Smart Starter Bundles for Back-to-School and Moving Season

William Attardi on September 26, 2025

Intermatic LLC recently announced the launch of two new ABRA product bundles aimed at helping college students, renters, and new homeowners bring the excitement of smart lighting to their living spaces. The starter bundles include four ABRA smart bulbs (A19 or BR30), the patented ABRA Surface Switch, and an ABRA Smart Plug Gateway for easy flexibility and customization. For additional information, visit  Intermatic.com 

 

Itron and Current Lighting Collaborate to Expand End-to-End Smart Lighting Solution

William Attardi on September 24, 2025

The combined offering brings together Itron’s best-in-class management and control technologies, as part of its CityEdge portfolio, with Current’s industry leading LEDfixtures and luminaries, including its Evolve® Roadway product line. By bringing together Current’s high-efficiency LED luminaires with Itron’s intelligent controls, the joint offering empowers cities and utilities to optimize streetlight performance. Modern LED fixtures are designed to produce more lumens per watt than older technologies, which save energy and reduce costs. However, this increased brightness can lead to over-illumination and light pollution if not properly managed. Advanced controls from Itron’s CityEdge portfolio enable cities and utilities to dynamically adjust lighting levels, ensuring appropriate illumination while maintaining energy savings and streamlining inventory by reducing the need for multiple fixture types. [News] Itron and Current Lighting Collaborate to Expand End-to-End Smart Lighting Solution – LEDinside

Signify Strengthens Professional Lighting Portfolio

William Attardi on September 16, 2025

Signify, the world leader in lighting, introduces four new products – the Signify SunStay Pro gen2 and SunStay Pro gen2 mini, Signify GreenVision Xceed Pro and Signify Actistar – highlighting the company’s advances in solar and modular streetlighting as well as performance lighting for stadiums.

  • The Signify SunStay Pro gen2 and SunStay Pro gen2 mini will provide customers with an integrated, connected solar streetlight that’s suitable for different applications, from bike paths to campuses and pedestrian areas. The compact model, the Signify SunStay Pro gen2 mini, has been designed for circularity.
  • The Signify GreenVision Xceed Pro is a flexible road and street lighting solution that can adapt to different rural and urban applications. Its durable, modular design makes it easy to maintain and upgrade over time, while delivering excellent energy savings.
  • The Signify ActiStar, an advanced LED floodlight designed for outdoor areas and sports facilities, combines powerful performance with precise light projection control technology.

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Watch the video: Sunstay Pro – Discover the all-in-one connected solar streetlight

 

The Statue of Liberty was made with copper but due to oxidation, it turned green.

When the “Lady in the Harbor” first arrived in New York in 1886, she didn’t look like the mint-green icon we know today. In fact, for the first twenty years of her life, she stood as a towering, metallic beacon of reddish-gold. Designed by French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi and engineered by Alexandre Gustave Eiffel, the statue was a gift from France to America. To build her, Bartholdi chose copper for three practical reasons:

  • Malleability:It could be hammered into elaborate, thin sheets.
  • Weight:Copper is lighter than stone or bronze, making it easier to ship 350 individual pieces across the Atlantic.
  • Durability:It was strong enough to survive a 27-day ocean voyage and the harsh winds of the harbor.

When she was unveiled on October 28, 1886, her skin—made of 300 copper sheets roughly the thickness of two pennies—shone with a bright, metallic brown luster. The transformation from “penny-colored” to “patina-green” wasn’t planned. Bartholdi actually expected the statue to age into a deeper, darker red. However, the unique environment of New York Harbor—a mix of salt air, moisture, and industrial pollution—triggered a process called oxidation.

The Timeline of Change:

  1. 1886–1900:The bright copper dulled into a dark, muddy brown.
  2. 1903:The first hints of a light green crust, or “patina,” began to appear.
  3. 1906:The color change was so controversial that Congress nearly stepped in. They appropriated $62,000 to paint the statue back to its original color, but the public protested, calling the idea “sacrilege.”
  4. 1910–1920:The statue was a patchy mix of brown and green until 1920, when the oxidation was complete, leaving her entirely teal.

While we now view the green color as iconic, it actually serves a vital structural purpose. The layer of verdigris (the green patina) acts as a protective shield. It seals the copper underneath, preventing the metal from further corrosion and weathering.  By the time the color fully changed, a new generation of immigrants had arrived in America seeing a green statue.