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......»»
Google Fi Triples International 5G Coverage, Adds Features to iPhones
Google Fi surprised us this week with the announcement of several new features and coverage coming soon to the wireless service. For international travelers, it’ll be easier than ever to find 5G, while iPhone users on Fi are starting to catch u.....»»
Researchers pave the way for large-scale, efficient organic solar cells with water treatment
Organic solar cells (OSCs), which use organic polymers to convert sunlight into electricity, have received considerable attention for their desirable properties as next-generation energy sources. These properties include its lightweight nature, flexi.....»»
Single gold atoms catalyze the selective methanization of carbon dioxide
One step toward carbon dioxide (CO2) neutrality and the mitigation of both the greenhouse effect and the energy crisis would be to convert CO2 into hydrocarbon-based fuels like methane using light. In the journal Angewandte Chemie International Editi.....»»
Making and breaking of chemical bonds in single "nanoconfined" molecules
Researchers around the world are working to develop efficient materials to convert CO2 into usable chemical substances—work that is particularly pressing in view of global warming......»»
Educators can help make STEM fields diverse: Practices that can encourage students to stay
Jen, a student I taught early in my career, stood head-and-shoulders above her peers academically. I learned she had started off as an engineering major but switched over to psychology. I was surprised and curious......»»
Should you wait to buy the M2 Max MacBook Pro? You might be surprised
An update to the MacBook 14-inch and 16-inch is coming soon. But if you need a laptop now, is it still worth buying last year's model?.....»»
Will Dodge EV"s fake roar polarize V-8 fans?
Will the artificial sound of the Charger Daytona — generated by an amplifier and tuning chamber at the rear — help Dodge convert consumers into believers of battery-powered muscle or repel them?.....»»
Turning carbon dioxide into valuable products
Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a major contributor to climate change and a significant product of many human activities, notably industrial manufacturing. A major goal in the energy field has been to chemically convert emitted CO2 into valuable chemicals or.....»»
Research team discovers how to convert 3D-printed polymer to stronger, ductile hybrid carbon microlattice material
Developing a lightweight material that is both strong and highly ductile has been regarded as a long-desired goal in the field of structural materials, but these properties are generally mutually exclusive. However, researchers at City University of.....»»
New way found to turn number seven plastic into valuable products
A method to convert a commonly thrown-away plastic to a resin used in 3D-printing could allow for making better use of plastic waste......»»
How to convert Excel files to Google Sheets
Google Sheets is known for its versatility, namely its compatibility with Excel files. Here's a guide on how to convert Excel files to Google Sheets......»»
Europe plan for floating gas terminals raises climate fears
As winter nears, European nations, desperate to replace the natural gas they once bought from Russia, have embraced a short-term fix: A series of roughly 20 floating terminals that would receive liquefied natural gas from other countries and convert.....»»
Honda"s Gardner: EV credit rules will slow adoption
American Honda's Dave Gardner says the new U.S. tax credit requirements will hurt EV adoption as automakers hustle to convert their sales......»»
You"d Be Surprised How Much A Nice Pontiac Fiero Is Worth Today
You might be surprised to learn that the GM mid-engine sportscar known as the Fiero is getting a second chance price-wise. You might be surprised to learn that the G.....»»
iOS 16.1 to let users delete Wallet app amid antitrust concerns over Apple Pay
Apple on Tuesday surprised developers with the release of both iOS 16.0 beta 7 and iPadOS 16.1 beta 1. And while neither update comes with significant changes, it seems that Apple will soon let users delete the Wallet app from their devices with iOS.....»»
Wind turbine blades could someday be recycled into sweet treats
Wind power is an increasingly popular form of renewable energy. However, when it's time to replace the huge turbine blades that convert wind into electricity, disposal is a problem. Now, scientists report a new composite resin suitable for making the.....»»
Can you train a parrot to use Alexa, and should you?
Can parrots use Alexa voice commands to control Echos or even order items? You may be surprised just what these intelligent birds can get away with -- and how......»»
Machine translation could make English-only science accessible to all
While still in high school, Xinyi Liu worked briefly in a lab at Beihang University in Beijing and was surprised to see Chinese researchers routinely using Google Translate to generate the first English draft of scientific papers. Translation is a mu.....»»
You’ll be surprised how easy it is to build a website with this tool
Looking to build a website that captures the essence of your business or brand? Use Squarespace's new Fluid Engine tool to create a truly unique design.....»»
It"s like Airbnb but for renting your pool to strangers. Things don"t always go as planned
Chris, a homeowner in Des Moines, was surprised when a woman he didn't know recently pulled into his driveway and asked if he could move his vehicles. She believed she had booked his pool for the night after someone had wrongfully listed it on a plat.....»»