As a recent Mac convert, here’s what has surprised me most
Transitioning from Windows and Android to all-Apple products has required some changes in my computing habits. But so far, those changes have been worth it......»»
New HomePod versus old HomePod in blind tests: It’s almost a draw, and depends on your tastes
I was surprised when none of the HomePod 2 reviews I saw included blind tests of the new HomePod versus the old HomePod. That’s now been corrected. The most notable thing about Apple’s 1,550-word press release announcing the new model is that no.....»»
BMW to invest $866 million in Mexico amid global EV push
The expansion, set to add around 1,000 new jobs in San Luis Potosi, is BMW's latest push into electric vehicles as it looks to convert more than half of its sales into all-electric cars by 2030......»»
You’ll be surprised how cheap this 27-inch QHD monitor is today
Looking for a great QHD monitor for your home office? This Dell deal is an excellent way to get everything you could need for less......»»
Far-off storms fuel dangerous "sneaker" waves along Pacific Northwest coast, new research suggests
On Jan. 16, 2016, beachgoers up and down the Washington, Oregon and northern California coasts were surprised by multiple "sneaker" waves that inundated beaches, caused injuries and swamped a vehicle......»»
Genetic engineering sheds light on ancient evolutionary questions
Cyanobacteria are single-celled organisms that derive energy from light, using photosynthesis to convert atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) and liquid water (H2O) into breathable oxygen and the carbon-based molecules like proteins that make up their ce.....»»
Desert dusts convert coral reefs into carbon storage
An international study comparing data from Heron Reef and the Middle East's Gulf of Aqaba has disproved the long-held theory that coral reefs only have the capacity to emit CO2......»»
New HomePod and HomePod mini features set to arrive
On the latest Homekit Insider podcast episode, we cover the release of the updated HomePod and discuss new features coming to the HomePod mini.HomeKit InsiderApple's surprised users with the launch of the second-generation HomePod last week but what.....»»
Apple updates M2 Max media engine specs to show upgrade from M2 Pro in new MacBook Pros
When Apple first unveiled the new MacBook Pro earlier this week, some users were surprised by a supposed downgrade in the specs of the media engine. While the M1 Max was always listed as having two encode and decode engines, the spec sheet for the M.....»»
Hands on with HomePod mini"s temperature and humidity sensors
Soon Apple will release a new update for HomePod mini users that brings a slew of new features, such as previously-unused environmental sensors. We tried it out before release.HomePod miniApple surprised users with not only the announcement of a new.....»»
Testing HomePod mini"s new 16.3 smart home features
Soon Apple will release a new update for HomePod mini users that brings a slew of new features, such as previously-unused environmental sensors. We tried it out before release.HomePod miniApple surprised users with not only the announcement of a new.....»»
Twitter continues to disrespect developers with weak explanation on third-party clients not working
Both users and developers of Twitter’s third-party clients were surprised last week when many popular apps like Tweetbot stopped working out of the blue. Since then, not even Twitter or its new owner Elon Musk (who likes to talk a lot on the socia.....»»
Speeding up sugar"s conversion into fuel
University of Queensland researchers have found a way to more efficiently convert sugarcane into a building block of aviation fuel and other products......»»
Convert old cars to EVs? Akio Toyoda has a plan
Toyota has a new proposal to fight global emissions: Make old cars greener by converting them to all-electric or hydrogen powertrains......»»
Converting temperature fluctuations into clean energy with novel nanoparticles and heating strategy
Pyroelectric catalysis (pyro-catalysis) can convert environmental temperature fluctuations into clean chemical energy, such as hydrogen. However, compared with the more common catalysis strategy, such as photocatalysis, pyro-catalysis is inefficient.....»»
Cadillac wants to enter Formula 1 with Andretti Global [Updated]
But the new team's bid needs to gain approval from the FIA and 10 existing teams. Enlarge (credit: Cadillac) Update, 1:15 pm ET: Although I said I'd be surprised if Cadillac rebadged someone else's engine instead of buil.....»»
I took my son shopping for his first school laptop. Here’s what surprised me
I searched the dizzying array of choices for the right option for my son's first Chromebook, and it was a bigger challenge than I'd imagined......»»
I took my son shopping for his first school laptop. Here’s what I surprised me
I searched the dizzying array of choices for the right option for my son's first Chromebook, and it was a bigger challenge than I'd imagined......»»
Solar-powered cells: Light-activated proton pumps generate cellular energy, extend life
New research in the journal Nature Aging takes a page from the field of renewable energy and shows that genetically engineered mitochondria can convert light energy into chemical energy that cells can use, ultimately extending the life of the roundwo.....»»
We’re surprised how cheap this LG 70-inch 4K TV is today
The LG UP7070 is a great looking TV for anyone looking for a large 4K TV packed with features. It's on sale at Best Buy right now......»»
You’ll be surprised how cheap this 65-inch 4K TV is at Best Buy
The affordable 65-inch TCL 4-Series 4K TV, which is powered by the Roku platform, is even cheaper with Best Buy's discount that pulls its price down to $400......»»