Meta Quest headsets bricked after updates

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Numerous Meta Quest 2 and Quest 3 headsets are becoming unresponsive after recent software updates, leaving users frustrated. The issue, affecting devices left unused for extended periods, displays an error message declaring them "corrupt."

Meta initially offered costly out-of-warranty replacements, but backlash led to a temporary fix—a forced reboot. However, this often fails. The company is investigating and working on a permanent solution, while advising users to avoid updates and contact support. This incident highlights the critical importance of thorough software testing before release.

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LG retains top spot in Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for 13th consecutive year

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LG Electronics has once again been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index World for the 13th consecutive year, which recognizes its sustainable business practices.

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Honda and Nissan merge to combat declining fortunes

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Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi are exploring a merger to counter declining sales and the rising electrification costs. This move follows years of declining profitability for Nissan, culminating in a 73% drop in first-quarter 2024 net profit. Nissan's market share has also eroded, particularly in the US electric vehicle market, holding a mere 2.4% share. To address this, Nissan recently announced a restructuring plan involving job cuts and capacity reductions.

A combined entity—led by Honda—could generate significant revenue and operating profit. However, past auto industry mergers have often been unsuccessful due to integration challenges and cultural clashes. This merger aims to avoid these pitfalls by prioritizing a slower integration process and maintaining a holding company structure.

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Parker Probe: Close to touching the sun on Christmas Eve

The probe has incrementally approached the sun by utilizing gravitational assists from Venus to accelerate. (Image: NASA, JPL, Horizons system)

NASA's Parker Solar Probe is on a daring mission to get closer to the sun than ever before. On Christmas Eve at 6:53 a.m. ET, it will break its own record for the nearest approach to the sun at 6.1 million kilometres (3.8 million miles). It will also be the fastest human-made object ever, reaching a scorching speed of 430,000 mph (700,000 km/h).

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