Adobe has unveiled an innovative project called “Primrose” which introduces a revolutionary material capable of changing color and patterns in real time. This endeavor marks a departure from Adobe’s traditional domain and hints at a new era in fashion and beyond.Primrose’s technology leverages reflective light-diffuser modules embedded in oversized sequins, effectively transforming them into wearable digital displays. This flexible, low-energy material has the potential to reshape the fashion industry. It... Read more ›
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A family in Southern California has issued a warning after their elderly father fell victim to an online scam, losing $20,000. According to ABC7, the victim, an 83-year-old man, had initially purchased a cyber protection package from InstaFix US LLC for $900 in April — Six months later, he received a call from someone claiming to be from the same company, informing him that the company was going out of... Read more ›
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Instead of presenting new iPads this year, Apple has introduced the Apple Pencil USB-C, a more affordable digital stylus that leverages the USB-C technology, marking a significant shift in their product lineup. This development comes as Apple aims to promote digital sketching and note-taking on their iPads.The 1st gen Apple Pencil relied on a proprietary Lightning connector for charging, necessitating either an adapter or an awkward insertion into an iPad,... Read more ›
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Researchers have made significant strides in improving earthquake early warning systems (EEW) by utilizing disused fiber optic cables originally intended for telecommunications to monitor offshore seismic activity. The scarcity of offshore seismic stations in densely populated coastal regions, which are often prone to earthquakes, has been a challenge for EEW systems.In a study published in The Seismic Record, Jiuxun Yin, a former researcher at Caltech, and his colleagues demonstrated the... Read more ›
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Bonn-based industrial designer Benjamin Großjohann has combined his love for vinyl records and mechanical design to create the Coturn CT-01 portable turntable. This innovative audio device is designed with a focus on aesthetics and portability, making it a compelling option for vinyl enthusiasts on the go.The CT-01 boasts an anodized aluminum body and an integrated glass top. It features a sleek integrated tonearm fitted with an Audio-Technica Stylus AT 3600... Read more ›
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A group of 22 students from Eindhoven University of Technology, known as Solar Team Eindhoven, has achieved a significant milestone by successfully driving the world’s first off-road solar car, Stella Terra, on a challenging 1,000-kilometer journey from Northern Morocco to the Sahara.This solar-powered vehicle, characterized by its green exterior inspired by nature, demonstrated its capabilities in navigating rugged terrains, including dry riverbeds, forested areas, steep mountain trails, and loose desert... Read more ›
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Sony has provided new information about its PS5 cloud streaming service for PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers, coinciding with its launch in Japan on October 17th. The update includes details on bandwidth recommendations and clarifies certain aspects of the service.One notable aspect is the bandwidth recommendations for different streaming qualities. Sony suggests 52Mbps for 4K, 38Mbps for 1440p, 23Mbps for 1080p, and 13Mbps for 720p streaming. These recommendations indicate the bandwidth... Read more ›
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Researchers at Stanford University in the USA have explored the potential of virtual reality (VR) in helping individuals with hoarding disorder tackle their compulsion to hoard — it’s a condition that affects around 2.5% of the American population and is characterized by a persistent urge to acquire new possessions and an extreme difficulty in parting with items, regardless of their value, often leading to living in cluttered and unsanitary conditions.Published... Read more ›
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Apple is set to hold media briefings on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, focusing on iPads — However, the information available from various sources conflicts regarding whether we can expect new iPad releases during this event or if we’ll have to wait until 2024.Historically, Apple tends to unveil new iPads in October, following the September iPhone launches. Last year, four new iPads were introduced, including the iPad Air in the spring,... Read more ›
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Infineon Technologies AG, a prominent semiconductor manufacturer specializing in power systems and IoT, has collaborated with Adidas AG to create an innovative prototype known as the “Infineon Lighting Shoe.” This cool footwear fuses cutting-edge sensor technology with fashion, allowing it to react to music and environmental beats with programmable lighting effects, showcasing the potential of integrating technology into everyday products.Equipped with high-quality XENSIV MEMS microphones, the Infineon Ligh Read more ›
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SpaceX has launched a new webpage to promote its upcoming “Starlink Direct to Cell” service, which is set to provide cellular connectivity to existing LTE phones through satellite technology.The service is scheduled to roll out in stages, with texting services expected to become available in 2024, followed by voice and data capabilities in 2025, along with support for Internet of Things (IoT) devices. According to SpaceX’s website:“Direct to Cell works... Read more ›
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Prada, the renowned Italian fashion house, has embarked on a unique collaboration with NASA to design and produce spacesuits for the Artemis III mission, set to make history as the first lunar mission to include a female astronaut. Scheduled for 2025, the mission aims to mark a significant milestone in space exploration by returning humans to the Moon for the first time since Apollo 17 in 1972.The collaboration, facilitated by... Read more ›
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A 21-year-old undergraduate student at the University of Nebraska, Luke Farritor, has achieved a historic feat by utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to decipher a word from a 2,000-year-old papyrus scroll.The achievement was part of the Vesuvius Challenge, a competition that encourages individuals to employ modern technology to unlock the mysteries concealed within ancient rolled-up papyrus scrolls originating from the Roman city of Herculaneum, which was engulfed by Mount Vesuvius’ eruption... Read more ›
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Tesla continues to aggressively reduce the prices of its electric vehicles establishing a trend of offering more affordable options, even when compared to traditional gasoline-powered competitors. These price cuts have been a recurring theme throughout the year, with Tesla recently implementing another round of reductions in vehicle costs.These reductions have driven Tesla’s vehicles to price points well below the average transaction price of new cars in September, which stood at... Read more ›
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is taking proactive measures to address potential vulnerabilities in mixed reality (MR) headsets, which could have serious implications for military personnel. They have initiated the Intrinsic Cognitive Security (ICS) program, aimed at safeguarding MR systems against “cognitive attacks.”These attacks exploit the close relationship between users and MR equipment, including cyberattacks such as information flooding, injection of virtual data, and personal Read more ›
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Google recently unveiled its Pixel 8 series, showcasing its AI capabilities as a prominent selling point. This launch followed closely on the heels of Apple’s release of the iPhone 15 series. With both devices out, let’s compare them in order to help those who are in doubt about which one to choose.To provide a fair comparison, we’ll focus on the base-tier models of each series, namely the Pixel 8 and... Read more ›
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Keeping up with the comparison trend because, after all, we all want the “best bang for the buck”, we cannot forget about another great flagship that was released this year, the Galaxy S23 ultra. When compared to the recently announced top-of-the-line Google Pixel 8 Pro, how does the South Korean giant do? Well, let’s find out right now!Display Pixel 8 Pro: Showcases a spacious 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display with an... Read more ›
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The battle of the titans in the smartphone world continues with the recently launched flagships Google Pixel 8 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. These premium devices offer a host of features and capabilities, making them sought-after options for tech enthusiasts. Here’s a detailed comparison of these flagship smartphones.Verizon Deal for the new Google Pixel Series:New customers and existing customers can get a Pixel 8 Pro or Pixel 8 for... Read more ›
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Disney Imagineering, renowned for its innovative entertainment creations, showcased its latest robotic marvel at the International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems in Detroit. This bipedal robot, developed in under a year by Disney Research in Zurich, exhibits impressive capabilities that set it apart from previous creations.The robot, primarily 3D printed, can walk independently and maintain balance, even when faced with challenging terrain or unexpected disturbances. What sets it apart... Read more ›
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A user has found a way to trick Microsoft’s AI chatbot, Bing Chat (powered by the large language model GPT-4), into solving CAPTCHAs by exploiting an unusual request involving a locket. CAPTCHAs are designed to prevent automated bots from submitting forms on the internet, and typically, Bing Chat refuses to solve them.In a tweet, the user, Denis Shiryaev, initially posted a screenshot of Bing Chat’s refusal to solve a CAPTCHA... Read more ›
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