The NAVE Estelar notebook was tested using the configuration featuring an Intel Core i7-14700HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 with 8GB, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB NVMe SSD. The results indicated that the device can maintain a stable 60 frames per second (FPS) in most demanding games evaluated, in addition to having a 240Hz IPS screen with 100% sRGB coverage, confirming its promise as a functional 'hybrid machine' for both gamers and content creators.
Positive points include maintaining a stable 60 FPS in titles such as Cyberpunk 2077, Forza Horizon 6, and Street Fighter 6 in Ultra mode. The 16-inch IPS screen offers 240Hz and 100% sRGB coverage, making it ideal for color grading work. Additionally, the RTX 4060 supports Ray Tracing and DLSS, and the 230W power supply ensures stability even under maximum load, providing a good balance between gaming performance and audiovisual workflow.
On the other hand, notable drawbacks were identified: the 16GB of RAM may limit heavy multitasking when editing software is open simultaneously. In games requiring greater optimization, such as Forza Motorsport and Tekken 8, the frame rate tends to vary, moving out of the fixed 60 FPS range. Furthermore, the 512GB SSD is considered limited for those dealing with high-resolution video files.
The core idea of the NAVE Estelar is to cater to two distinct audiences that rarely overlap: the gamer and the creative professional. Although this is a common argument in the powerful notebook market, the NAVE Estelar attempts to validate this proposal by combining a robust processor for intensive multitasking with a screen specifically designed for color correction and video export.
By analyzing the tested version with the Intel Core i7-14700HX (with 14 cores), RTX 4060 with 8GB, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB NVMe SSD, we verified whether the claim of a 'hybrid machine' materialized in practice or was merely technical rhetoric.
The i7-14700HX is classified as a premium segment CPU, and this is reflected in its performance, allowing heavy tasks to be executed without slowdown, offering capacity for fast rendering and complex simulations. The 8GB RTX 4060 keeps pace, providing support for real-time Ray Tracing and the performance benefit of DLSS.
An important, yet often overlooked, aspect is the 230W power adapter. Notebooks with this combination of CPU and GPU often suffer from performance drops if the power supply does not meet the demand. In this model, the energy is supplied without fluctuations, ensuring that the CPU and GPU operate at factory limits without being constrained by the power supply.
The NAVE Estelar was run through several graphically demanding titles from the current market, aiming not only to see if they worked but also to identify their performance limits.
In Forza Motorsport, configured on medium with automatic DLSS, the notebook maintained an average of 60 FPS on clear-sky tracks. However, during heavy rain, the rate dropped above 50 FPS, signaling that the consistent 60 FPS performance has limits. In Forza Horizon 6, on 'High' settings, it managed to maintain a constant 60 FPS, even in dynamically generated open worlds, demonstrating its strong point.
Cyberpunk 2077 delivered smooth 60 FPS in all tested areas at high quality, exceeding expectations. Street Fighter 6 surprised by maintaining a stable 60 FPS, even when the pre-configured graphic setting of 'High' was forced to 'Ultra'. Finally, in Tekken 8, at native resolution of 2560x1600 with high settings, the FPS fluctuated in the 55 FPS range, showing frequent peaks of 60 FPS during confrontations.
The observed pattern is that, in well-optimized games (such as Forza Horizon 6, Cyberpunk 2077, and Street Fighter 6), the NAVE Estelar achieves stable 60 FPS without issues. In titles requiring greater optimization (Forza Motorsport and Tekken 8), it still provides a playable experience, but without the same guarantee of consistency.
It is in the screen that the NAVE Estelar transcends the category of 'just another powerful gaming notebook' and justifies its hybrid narrative. The 16-inch IPS panel with a 240Hz refresh rate would already be satisfactory for competitive gamers. However, the 100% sRGB coverage and high contrast are specific features for those who require chromatic accuracy, not just a high frame rate.
Combined with the processing power of the CPU and GPU, the notebook truly transforms into a mobile studio. Graphic designers, photographers, and video editors can perform precise color grading and render complex projects in high resolution without relying on calibrated external monitors.
It is relevant to understand the origin of this hybrid proposal, as it represents a brand repositioning, not just passing marketing. NAVE was established in 2020 as the gaming division of Daten, a Brazilian computer manufacturer founded in 2001. The company has its own factories in Ilhéus (BA) and Manaus, employing over 600 employees. Daten already provides solutions for banks, technology companies, and public agencies, holding international certifications for quality, sustainability, and governance.
In 2026, the brand formalized its expansion beyond the gaming niche, introducing the concept of 'High-Performance Professionals.' This audience includes video editors, animators, architects, engineers, content creators, designers, healthcare professionals, developers, and data analysts who rely on significant processing power daily. It is exactly this group that the NAVE Estelar targets with the combination of the RTX 4060 and the color-accurate screen.
Within the current NAVE line, the Estelar occupies an intermediate position: below it is the NAVE Lunar (which uses 14th Gen Intel Core + RTX 4050, focused on competitive gaming, streaming, and light creation), and above it is the NAVE SuperNova (equipped with Intel Core i9 + RTX 4070/4080/4090, intended for heavy rendering and professional audiovisual production). As NAVE itself states, the Estelar was conceived for AAA gaming, video editing, and 3D modeling, which corresponds to the test findings.
Another decisive factor in purchasing, especially for those who use the machine for work, is that the brand has over a thousand accredited technical assistance centers across all Brazilian states, minimizing the risk of being without support in case of failure.
The NAVE Estelar delivers on its promise, albeit with a caveat: it shows greater consistency in optimized games than in technically very demanding titles, and the 16GB of RAM requires attention from anyone planning to run games and editing software simultaneously. Excluding these points, every frame is significant, whether finishing a competitive match or delivering an audiovisual project on time.
For those seeking a single machine capable of sustaining high-performance leisure and a professional workflow without needing to switch equipment, the NAVE Estelar configures itself as a robust recommendation.
Indian startups are implementing artificial intelligence technologies to optimize water resource management, which allows for saving millions of liters of water daily. These companies are working on improving the operation of treatment facilities and detecting leaks.
Digital Paani, founded in 2020 by Mansi Jain and Rajesh Jain in Gurugram, enhances the efficiency of treatment and sewage facilities using AI, Internet of Things (IoT), and automation. Specialized sensors collect real-time data, and over 75 algorithms enable the detection of malfunctions, prediction of failures, and automation of processes before serious problems arise. The company processes over 90 million liters daily across 14 states, reducing operational costs for enterprises by 25–35% and increasing water reuse rates from 45% to 80%.
WEGoT, launched in 2015 by Abilash Haridas, Vijay Krishna, Mohammed Mohidin, and Sundeep Dontamsetti in Chennai, focuses on identifying hidden water losses in buildings. Its Aqua and VenAqua meters, supported by IoT, use ultrasonic sensors to track water consumption with an accuracy of over 98%, including tracking individual drops. Real-time monitoring panels signal leaks, compare consumption, and automate billing. This platform has helped save 6 billion liters in residential and commercial properties.
Nimble Vision, created in 2017 by Chinmay Mat and Vaishali Mat in Bangalore, applies AI and IoT to manage water supply systems, sewage networks, and urban infrastructure. Its product Ni Water Saviour tracks reservoir levels and consumption in real time, helping users prevent overflows, reduce losses, and monitor usage via a mobile application. Furthermore, the startup offers Smart Manhole Monitor devices and the Ni Platform for data-driven monitoring of municipal and sewage infrastructure.
Agua, launched in 2019 by Dr. Rohit Naray from Bangalore, was developed to combat urban water scarcity caused by leaks, overflows, poor control, and inefficient billing. Agua's AI-enabled smart meters track consumption in real time, detect leaks, automate well operations, and ensure transparent billing. Implementing this system has reduced water consumption by 35%. In over 450 apartments in Bangalore, the platform has lowered monthly bills by more than 55%, demonstrating that smarter water management contributes to the preservation of both water resources and funds.
Researchers from China were able to confirm Charles Darwin's hypothesis, put forward more than a century and a half ago, regarding the possibility of a predatory lifestyle in some species of high-altitude saxifrage.
The authors of the scientific work demonstrated that the plant Saxifraga candelabrum is capable of catching insects, using them to obtain necessary nutrients. Darwin initially hypothesized such a phenomenon back in 1875 while studying plants with sticky glandular hairs, but his experiments at the time did not yield a definitive result, and for a century and a half, saxifrages were not classified as carnivorous.
Modern scientific methods allowed for the retesting and confirmation of this theory. Specialists found that this plant actively attracts and traps small insects using sticky hairs. Subsequently, it secretes digestive enzymes, breaking down the captured prey, and absorbs nitrogen, which is a critical element for growth, thereby fulfilling all conditions for recognizing the plant as carnivorous.
Scientists explain the shift to this type of nutrition due to nutrient deficiency in the soil. Saxifraga candelabrum grows in mountain crevices where there is a deficit of nutrients, especially nitrogen, so insects serve as an additional food source for it.
Furthermore, genetic analysis revealed the presence of genes in this new carnivorous species similar to those found in other carnivorous plants responsible for digesting and absorbing nutrients. According to the authors, this indicates that carnivory may have arisen independently in different groups of flowering plants. This discovery also provides grounds to believe that there are more such species in nature than previously assumed.
The common belief that old cars are 'built like tanks' does not always correlate with their actual safety compared to modern vehicles. Although it is often said that 'they are no longer made like before,' this statement does not apply to the field of car safety.
Despite some drivers believing that their old car maintains integrity in an accident due to its sturdy construction, experts point out that what is critically important is not just a strong body, but how the vehicle deforms around the passengers.
According to Eugene Herbert, CEO of MasterDrive, a car that deforms properly in the right places fulfills its structural function. Modern cars are equipped with special deformation zones designed to absorb kinetic energy during a collision, thereby slowing down the sudden deceleration experienced by passengers.
The passenger compartment, conversely, is designed to remain rigid and resist impact. Thus, even if the damage looks dramatic after an accident, it may indicate that the passengers sustained only minor injuries.
Consumers should exercise caution and not jump to conclusions about a car's safety level based solely on how much it deforms in test videos.
Eugene Herbert added that organizations such as Global NCAP and ANCAP consider far more factors than what is visible on camera. Their ratings include data from sensors measuring the forces acting on the head, chest, hips, and legs of mannequins, as well as an assessment of child seat compatibility, rollover protection, and the presence of active safety systems like Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
There are many well-known crash tests where modern cars have been compared to their 'classic' predecessors with catastrophic results. One of the most famous was the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) test between a 1959 Chevrolet Bel Air and a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. The latter was also tested against an older 2004 model, which also suffered severe deformation.
Another illustrative test pitted a 2010s Nissan Versa (Almera in South Africa) against a 1990s Nissan Tsuru sedan, which was produced for many years in markets such as Mexico.
Another common misconception is the assertion: 'My car doesn't need airbags; it's strong.' However, an airbag is often referred to as a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), and its effectiveness is virtually zero without using the Primary restraint system—the seatbelt.
Nevertheless, the combined use of these two systems significantly increases the chances of survival in the event of an accident. The independent crash testing body Latin NCAP conducted a test on a previous generation Mitsubishi Triton several years ago and failed to score any points. Yet, the same vehicle, presumably with an identical structure, received five stars in the Australian ANCAP test.
The reason for the discrepancy was that the Latin American versions of the Triton were not equipped with airbags. Furthermore, the seller informed the buyer who acquired the car for the test that 'airbags are unnecessary because the construction is reliable.'
While modern vehicles are generally much safer than their predecessors, this does not mean that every new model is automatically safer. Some budget models have shown poor results in crash tests in certain markets, such as the Datsun Go and Hyundai Grand i10. Moreover, some versions of these and many other cars lack important safety features in base trims.
The situation is complicated by the fact that the same model can be sold in different markets with different safety specifications. Therefore, when viewing crash test results, buyers should remember that not all Global NCAP results apply to the equivalent vehicle sold locally.
Herbert warns that there are sometimes lower-spec versions of models available elsewhere that lack features such as side or curtain airbags, as well as Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
He notes that cars with familiar names may receive low scores even if similar versions perform well abroad, because local laws require certain safety features. When examining a new car, one must check not only for a Global NCAP or ANCAP rating but also whether that rating applies to the specific specification being sold in South Africa.
Bobby Ramagvede, CEO of the Automobile Association of South Africa (AA), called the market for cars under 400,000 Rand a 'dangerous game' currently, especially regarding entry-level models. He warned that in a side impact, curtain airbags are often the deciding factor between life and death.
Ramagvede stated that without an additional barrier, a person risks serious injuries such as decapitation, deep neck cuts, or a broken neck.
He expressed regret over the minimal vehicle safety requirements in South Africa, calling them 'trolley standards.' Ramagvede accused many manufacturers of complicity because they do not raise the safety standards of their cars. He emphasized that there are cases where the same car is modified for the African market. He believes that removing safety features when bringing a car to market is an indirect attempt to kill people.
He strongly urged car buyers in South Africa to exercise extreme caution when purchasing new or used entry-level vehicles, as recent crash tests have revealed an alarming trend toward inadequate protection in budget models. Ramagvede concluded that it is even more worrying that very few tested cars have safety ratings similar to the same models sold abroad.
