Apple Sends Invites For Sept. 14 Launch Event, Where New iPhones Are Expected

Plus, can ducks mimic human speech?

The Futurist uncovers unique and inspiring topics that feed your curiosity. Curated articles on technology, science, and culture delivered to your inbox. Not for you? Unsubscribe anytime below. /machine XPENG UNVEILS SMART ROBOT PONY FOR CHILDREN, TAKING IT A STEP CLOSER TO ITS VISION OF THE FUTURE OF MOBILITY This week, Xpeng Motors gave a sneak peek into its vision of the future of mobility. The Chinese electric-vehicle maker said it plans to release a four-legged robot pony for children, which it hoped would become their first smart vehicle. The company said the smart pony, called Little White Dragon, is equipped with power modules, motion control, intelligent navigation and intelligent emotional interaction capabilities. South China Morning Post /hustle LEARN TO BECOME PRODUCTIVE AND EFFICIENT WITH GOOGLE WORKSPACE TOOLS Google Workspace is the suite of business and productivity apps that used to be known as G Suite. It provides a custom email for your business and includes collaboration tools like Gmail, Calendar, Meet, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and more. With the sheer number of apps available in the Workspace environment, it can be difficult to explore and understand each one. But, when equipped with the proper tools, you can master Ads, Trends, Apps Script, Business, Analytics, and more to help you build your brand in a data-driven world. MakeUseOf /tech APPLE SENDS INVITES FOR SEPT. 14 LAUNCH EVENT, WHERE NEW IPHONES ARE EXPECTED Apple sent out invitations to the media Tuesday, announcing September 14 as the date for its annual launch event, where the company is expected to introduce new iPhones. The company may also announce new Apple Watch and AirPods models. Apple releases Apple Watches on an annual basis, and AirPods are due for a revision, since the last update was released in 2019. CNBC /lifehack THE CAR INSURANCE COMPANY THAT'S FIXING CAR INSURANCE Clearcover is the car insurance 2021 has been waiting for. Offering low prices, better coverage, and speedy service, Clearcover makes everything available to you in mere minutes. When you switch to Clearcover, you step into a new, digital world more catered to your driving lifestyle. Their user-friendly, award-winning, mobile app makes almost everything accessible, allowing you to enjoy highly-reviewed benefits and customer support all in the palm of your hand. Now, you can say "Move over!" to your insurance worries because Clearcover is here to stay. [Partner] /interior @tierradellagarto /explore SCIENTIST WARNS ABOUT ALIEN VIRUSES FROM OTHER PLANETS If we were ever to encounter an alien world full of extraterrestrial life, we would likely see a lot more than just human-sized aliens. Any environment capable of supporting life would do so on the backs of countless extraterrestrial microbes and, as Arizona State University astrobiologist and cosmologist Paul Davies warns, extraterrestrial viruses as well. Futurism /health CAN THIS PROBIOTIC HELP YOU LOSE WEIGHT? In addition to exercising and maintaining a proper diet, probiotic supplements can not only improve your gut health, but experts claim they can also help you lose weight. While eating healthy and staying active should remain at the top of your list of priorities while trying to shave off a few pounds, you'll want to pay attention to your gut bacteria and digestive health as well. Probulin TrimSynergy accelerates the proliferation of "good" bacteria in your gut, keeping you physically trim and feeling your best. With the code TRIM25 applied at checkout, you can save 25% off your first order and find out if Probulin TrimSynergy is right for you. Probulin /wild 'YOU BLOODY FOOL': DUCK MIMICS HUMAN SOUND DURING MATING DISPLAY An Australian musk duck has been recorded saying "You bloody fool" in the first documented instance of the species mimicking human speech. A hand-reared male named Ripper was recorded imitating the phrase during a courtship display, according to a study published Monday. The authors said he could have learned it from his caretaker. CNN /posted @pete_ell /bites Studies show that the number of air pollutants indoors can be up to five times higher than outside, but this smart air purifier, with its HEPA 13 filter, puts those concerns at bay You know what's quicker than fashioning a morning cappuccino? Getting up to speed with The Daily Upside Overlays accentuate your photography without overdoing it, and this bundle gives you a lifetime subscription to over 2,500 photo overlays at a ready-to-print high resolution THE FUTURIST Advertise |  Talk to Us  |  Shop |  Unsubscribe Powered by StackCommerce 21 Market Street | Venice, CA 90291