"This isn"t about design, this is about politics" says commenter
In this week's comments update, readers are debating UK prime minister Boris Johnson and his partner Carrie Symonds' 11 Downing Street flat makeover and sharing their views on other top stories. Read more In this week's comments update, rea.....»»
Nuclear rockets could travel to Mars in half the time, but designing the reactors that would power them isn"t easy
NASA plans to send crewed missions to Mars over the next decade—but the 140 million-mile (225 million-kilometer) journey to the red planet could take several months to years round trip......»»
NYT Mini Crossword today: puzzle answers for Saturday, October 5
The NYT Mini crossword might be a lot smaller than a normal crossword, but it isn't easy. If you're stuck with today's crossword, we've got answers for you here......»»
GoPro launches ultralight, affordable Hero 4K Camera for $199
GoPro's ultralight Hero offers 4K video, 12MP photos, and a waterproof design for just $199. It's ideal for adventurers seeking performance on a budget......»»
OpenAI unveils major ChatGPT redesign with new ‘Canvas’ interface for writers and coders
OpenAI announced a new design interface called 'canvas,' which makes it easier for users to revise writing and coding projects. Here's what it looks like. OpenAI is changing up ChatGPT's interface to look more like a digital notepad for project.....»»
Shop the best budget-friendly early October Prime Day deals — all under $25
Prime Day isn't just for big purchases. Score a Blink security camera, Anker wireless charger, Soundcore earbuds, and more — all for under $25. Sometimes good things come with small price tags. Amazon' Prime Day sales are always a great time.....»»
Verizon Message+ is Shutting Down
Verizon has had a text message app called Verizon Messages, that everyone referred to as Verizon Message+, for at least 8 years. The app isn’t something I ever considered using, as it has always been a bit behind in terms of UI trends, but it h.....»»
NYT Mini Crossword today: puzzle answers for Friday, October 4
The NYT Mini crossword might be a lot smaller than a normal crossword, but it isn't easy. If you're stuck with today's crossword, we've got answers for you here......»»
Fused molecules could serve as building blocks for safer lithium-ion batteries
By fusing together a pair of contorted molecular structures, Cornell researchers have created a porous crystal that can uptake lithium-ion electrolytes and transport them smoothly via one-dimensional nanochannels—a design that could lead to safer s.....»»
Camera Control video zoom isn’t usable yet, but I expect a software update to fix it
Back in February, I talked about the difficulty of smoothly zooming video footage using the on-screen controls, and said I’d really love a hardware control. The iPhone 16 looked like it might give me what I wanted, with the Camera Control video zoo.....»»
Scientists design silver nanoparticle–based self-hygienic resin for use in dental applications
The oral cavity is home to a rich ecosystem of microorganisms that are found in both healthy and diseased states. In the area of dental restoration, highly specialized materials are used to fulfill specific functions so that the patient recovers thei.....»»
iPhone 16 designers share the thinking behind the Camera Control button
Two of the iPhone 16 designers have spoken on the Cool Hunting Design Tangents podcast, sharing some of the thinking behind the development of the new Camera Control button. Senior product designer Rich Dinh said that he’s worked on the iPhone s.....»»
NYT Mini Crossword today: puzzle answers for Thursday, October 3
The NYT Mini crossword might be a lot smaller than a normal crossword, but it isn't easy. If you're stuck with today's crossword, we've got answers for you here......»»
The Oura Ring 4 smart ring is here, and it looks superb
The Oura Ring 4 has a new design, an updated app, and improved accuracy, as the company pushes to maintain its status as the smart ring to beat......»»
Exciting Announcement: San Francisco Bay Ferry Named Official Transportation Partner of Maker Faire Bay Area
March isn’t just a month; at Make: it’s a celebration of creativity, innovation, and the spirit of making. The post Exciting Announcement: San Francisco Bay Ferry Named Official Transportation Partner of Maker Faire Bay Area appeared first on M.....»»
Welcome to our latest design update, Ars 9.0!
More good stuff. Personalization, responsive design, and more. Greetings from the Orbiting HQ! As you can see, we've refreshed the site design. We hope you'll come to love it. Ars.....»»
NYT Mini Crossword today: puzzle answers for Wednesday, October 2
The NYT Mini crossword might be a lot smaller than a normal crossword, but it isn't easy. If you're stuck with today's crossword, we've got answers for you here......»»
New iPhone SE 4 details just leaked. Here’s what we learned
The next iPhone SE might ditch a design that arrived in 2017, and embrace one we first saw in 2022. Yet, it's most killer feature would live inside the silicon......»»
Google Might Launch the Pixel 9a in a Couple of New Colours, Leaks Claim
A new purple variant might be in the works. The post Google Might Launch the Pixel 9a in a Couple of New Colours, Leaks Claim appeared first on Phandroid. Not too long after a number of design renders showing the Pixel 9a were shared onlin.....»»
"Who"s a good boy?" Humans use dog-specific voices for better canine comprehension
The voice people use to address their dogs isn't just because of their big puppy eyes. Humans slow their own speech when talking to their dogs, and this slower tempo matches their pets' receptive abilities, allowing the dogs to better understand thei.....»»
NYT Mini Crossword today: puzzle answers for Tuesday, October 1
The NYT Mini crossword might be a lot smaller than a normal crossword, but it isn't easy. If you're stuck with today's crossword, we've got answers for you here......»»