When Apple CEO Tim Cook and a bunch of his deputies take the virtual stage next week to announce new iPads, they’re going to spend a lot of time talking about specs. If the rumors are true, we’re going to get new iPad Pros with OLED screens and thinner bodies, new Airs with faster chips and a correctly placed front camera, and a couple of new accessories. Before they even launch, I feel confident telling you these are the best iPads ever. But after all these years, I still don’t know how to tell you whether you should want an iPad. Or what you’d want to do with it. 

This has been true forever, of course. The iPad is the jack-of-all-trades in Apple’s lineup, a terrific device in many ways that still feels increasingly redundant now that so many people have big phones and long-lasting laptops. Apple seems to have spent the last decade-plus enamored with the idea of the iPad as a shapeshifter — a device that can be exactly what you need at any given time. The company loves that the iPad’s use case is hard to pin down, that it means different things to different people. It’s a fun, good, ambitious idea: The One Gadget To Rule Them All. The way to make that happen, though, is not to upgrade the chips or move the buttons or redesign the rounded corners. It’s to focus less on the iPad itself and more on the things you attach to it.

Imagine swapping the sundeck for the sea bed, exchanging the horizon for the deep blue mystery of the ocean. This is no longer a fantasy for the wealthy wanderlust-stricken traveler. Triton Submarines has redefined luxury travel by delivering its first Triton 660/9 AVA to Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours.

CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE CYBERGUY NEWSLETTER WITH SECURITY ALERTS, QUICK VIDEO TIPS, TECH REVIEWS AND EASY HOW-TO’S TO MAKE YOU SMARTER

A panoramic underwater theater

The Triton 660/9 AVA is not your typical submarine. Its stretched bubble shape, an innovation of Triton’s Advanced Versatile Acrylics (AVA), offers a panoramic view that rivals any IMAX theater.

Triton 660/9 AVA (Nick Verola) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

From cocktails to casinos beneath the sea

The interior of the Triton 660/9 AVA is a chameleon, transforming from a cocktail bar to a casino at the whim of its passengers. Leather finishes and mood lighting set the stage for an underwater escapade, whether it’s a high-roller’s club or a spa clinic. It’s an “experience” sub against the backdrop of the ocean’s wonders.

Triton 660/9 AVA (Nick Verola) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

MORE: DIVE INTO THE SEA WITH THIS STATE-OF-THE-ART UNDERWATER DRONE 

The Triton 660/9 AVA unlocks the ocean’s wonders

The Triton 660/9 AVA features a maximum depth capability of 656 feet, providing access to the ocean’s mesmerizing landscapes. A single pilot operates it and can comfortably accommodate eight adults or a combination of six adults and four children, making it an inclusive experience for families and groups.

Triton 660/9 AVA (Nick Verola) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

MORE: FUTURISTIC UNDERWATER JETPACK LETS YOU FLY IN THE WATER LIKE AN AQUATIC SUPERHERO

The Triton’s graceful journey underwater

The Triton moves gracefully through the water at a speed of 3 knots and has an impressive endurance of 12 hours, ensuring ample time for exploration. The hatch diameter measures 23.6 inches, providing passengers a safe and comfortable entry and exit.

Triton 660/9 AVA (Nick Verola) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

MORE: CREEPY CHINESE DRONE SWIMS UNDERWATER, FLIES THROUGH THE AIR

The dimensions of the Triton 660/9 AVA

In terms of dimensions, the Triton 660/9 AVA measures 9.02 feet in length, 14.8 feet in width and 7.55 feet in height. It weighs 24,250 pounds, with dynamic passenger compensation ballast and variable ballast weighing 550 pounds each. The pressure hull’s internal volume is a spacious 6,300 liters, allowing for a luxurious and airy interior.

Triton 660/9 AVA (Nick Verola) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

MORE: UNFORGETTABLE MOTHER’S DAY GIFTS 2024

The Triton’s advanced systems

The systems onboard are state-of-the-art, featuring a 24 V dual supply with an emergency backup. The main battery capacity is 57 kWh, powering four main thrusters and four maneuvering thrusters, each rated at 5.5 kW. Control is a breeze with options like a joystick, touchscreen and manual override.

Triton 660/9 AVA (Nick Verola) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

The Triton’s lighting and life support

Illumination is provided by more than eight external lights, each with a luminosity of 20,000 lumens. Lastly, the life support system ensures safety with an oxygen supply and a CO2 scrubber, maintaining a comfortable environment for all on board.

Triton 660/9 AVA (Nick Verola) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

The Triton 660/9 AVA is poised to make its debut

The Triton 660/9 AVA has found its home aboard the Scenic Eclipse II. It promises an unparalleled experience, allowing guests to dive into luxury literally. Now in Australian waters, the Scenic Eclipse II will be the stage for this submersible’s debut, offering a unique perspective on the Great Barrier Reef and beyond.

Triton 660/9 AVA (Nick Verola) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Kurt’s key takeaways

The Triton 660/9 AVA marks a significant milestone in luxury travel. It’s not just a mode of transportation; it’s a destination in itself. As we look to the future, the lines between journey and destination blur, creating experiences as deep and vast as the oceans they explore. The Triton 660/9 AVA is not just a step but a giant leap into the next great adventure in high-end tourism.

Would you be up for exploring the ocean’s depths in the Triton 660/9 AVA? Why or why not? Let us know in the comments below. Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/Contact.

For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Cyberguy.com/Newsletter.

Ask Kurt a question or let us know what stories you’d like us to cover.

Answers to the most asked CyberGuy questions:

Copyright 2024 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved.

NASA will attempt to send a pair of astronauts to space aboard Boeing’s Starliner aircraft for the first time soon, but not today. As the the astronauts settled into place, officials scrubbed Monday night’s planned launch attempt at around 8:30PM ET, due to “a faulty oxygen relief valve observation” on the ULA Atlas V rocket’s Centaur second stage. Another launch window is available on Tuesday night, but it’s unclear whether they will be able to reset that quickly.

The launch was scheduled to take place at 10:34PM ET from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, with a livestream available on NASA’s YouTube channel.

The United Launch Alliance’s Atlas V rocket will propel the Starliner aircraft to space, where it will stay at the ISS for one week. While on board, flight commander Butch Wilmore and pilot Suni Williams will test the Starliner’s capabilities, including launching, docking, and its eventual return to Earth.

Boeing built the Starliner as part of its $4.2 billion contract with NASA, which encourages the development of new spacecraft from private companies through the agency’s Commercial Crew Program.

If all goes well during this flight, NASA will certify Starliner, allowing it to ferry NASA astronauts between Earth and the ISS. This could make the Starliner a new rival for SpaceX, which has been carrying NASA astronauts to space since 2020.

Update May 6th: Added details about scrubbed Monday night launch attempt.