Applying mathematics takes "friendship paradox" beyond averages
The friendship paradox is the observation that the degrees of the neighbors of a node within any network will, on average, be greater than the degree of the node itself. In other words: your friends probably have more friends than you do......»»
Another Apple research lab opening in China, for new materials and technologies
The bulk of Apple’s new product development work takes place in Cupertino, but the company has a number of research labs around the world. Locations include China, France, Israel, Japan, Sweden and the UK. The company has today announced plan.....»»
Porsche’s most powerful production car is an EV
The 2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT takes Porsche's electric sedan to a new level of performance......»»
After coming back from the dead, the world’s largest aircraft just flew a real payload
Falling just short of hypersonic velocity. Enlarge / The world's largest aircraft takes off with the Talon A vehicle on Saturday. (credit: Stratolaunch/Matt Hartman) Built and flown by Stratolaunch, the massive Roc aircr.....»»
These two models give a glimpse into the abandoned Apple Car designs
While many concept designers gave us their takes on an Apple Car design before the project was finally abandoned, a new piece suggests that the reality would likely have been less sporty than most of them envisaged. With Apple originally aiming fo.....»»
Dietitian suggests adding a little sugar to water for horses away from home
Barbara Intermill's horses don't adjust well to the water when she takes them away from home. So she's experimented with some advice from seasoned horse travelers. Common guidance is to add something that will make the strange water taste more palata.....»»
What time is Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou today?
The mega-fight in Saudi Arabia takes place on an usual day at an unusual time. He's everything you need to know to live stream it today......»»
EV policy takes back seat in Joe Biden"s State of the Union address
The president largely refrained from touting his administration's legislative achievements that are aimed at accelerating EV adoption in the U.S. and establishing a battery supply chain......»»
Here’s How Long the macOS Ventura 13.6.5 Update Takes
Apple’s macOS Ventura 13.6.5 update could take a long time to download and install on your Mac. It depends on your Mac model and the version of macOS it’s currently running. The company’s released a new version of macOS Ventura and.....»»
Here’s How Long the macOS Monterey 12.7.4 Update Takes
Apple’s macOS Monterey 12.7.4 update is a minor upgrade, but it could still take quite a bit of time to install on your Mac. The company’s latest macOS Monterey software includes important security patches. It doesn’t have any outward f.....»»
Here’s How Long the macOS Sonoma 14.4 Update Takes
Apple’s new macOS Sonoma 14.4 update could take a long time to download and install on your Mac. The amount of time depends on your Mac model and the version of macOS it’s currently running. macOS Sonoma 14.4 is available to download right now if.....»»
The Asus Zenbook Duo is a dual-screen laptop that’s actually worth buying
The Asus Zenbook Duo takes a fresh approach to providing a dual-display laptop's flexibility. Its low-end configuration is also a phenomenal value......»»
What time is Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou?
The mega-fight in Saudi Arabia takes place on an usual day at an unusual time. He's everything you need to know to live stream it tomorrow......»»
New York Times OpenAI lawsuit takes a bizarre turn
In a rather baffling turn of events, OpenAI has submitted a request to dismiss aspects of the lawsuit by the New York Times. In its filing, OpenAI contends that the newspaper engaged in “hacking” ChatGPT, and other AI systems. According t.....»»
The Apple Car was reportedly dubbed ‘the Bread Loaf’
A new report takes a deep dive into the failed Apple Car project, revealing that a 2020 prototype resembled a bread loaf......»»
Company that plans to bring back the mammoth takes a key step
Making elephant stem cells required an elaborate process, lots of failures. Enlarge / Elephant stem cells turned out to be a hassle to generate. (credit: Colossal.) A company called Colossal plans on pioneering the de-ex.....»»
Just add AI for expert astronaut ultrasound
Ultrasound devices are commonplace in modern orbital medical kits, helping to facilitate rapid diagnoses of astronaut ailments or bodily changes. However it takes real-time guidance from experts on the ground to acquire medically useful ultrasound im.....»»
Here’s How Long the iOS 15.8.2 Update Takes
Apple’s iOS 15.8.2 update is a small maintenance upgrade, but it could take quite a bit of time to install on your iPhone. If you’re moving your iPhone from iOS 15.8.1 to iOS 15.8.2, you get the shortest list of changes and the smallest download.....»»
Here’s How Long the iOS 17.4 Update Takes
Apple’s new iOS 17.4 update is a large milestone upgrade and it could take quite a bit of time to install on your iPhone. If you’re moving your iPhone from iOS 17.3.1 to iOS 17.4, you get the shortest list of changes and the smallest download siz.....»»
Here’s How Long the iOS 16.7.6 Update Takes
Apple’s new iOS 16.7.6 update is a small maintenance release, but it could still take quite a bit of time to install on your iPhone. If you’re moving your iPhone from the latest version of iOS 16 to iOS 16.7.6, you get the shortest list of change.....»»
One way to improve a fusion reaction: Use weaknesses as strengths
In the Japanese art of Kintsugi, an artist takes the broken shards of a bowl and fuses them back together with gold to make a final product more beautiful than the original......»»