Before Bauhaus, the father of modernism wanted to be a cowboy
A new biography traces the many lives and influences of architect Walter Gropius. Walter Gropius, one of the leaders of the early 20th-century modernist movement in architecture and a founder of one of the world’s most important schools of de.....»»
Sony is finally bringing the PlayStation VR2 to store shelves
If you’ve been holding off buying the PlayStation VR2 because you’ve wanted to get a look at it in your local Best Buy, that day … The post Sony is finally bringing the PlayStation VR2 to store shelves appeared first on BGR......»»
Paternal incarceration complicates college plans for Black youth
Most Gen Z young people are characterized as ambitious and forward-thinking, believing all things are possible. But what if you are a teen whose father is, or has been, in prison? How does that affect your outlook on life? How does that affect your o.....»»
Report says Apple’s mixed reality headset team wanted to replace Siri
A new report by The Information reveals that even Apple’s own employees aren’t impressed by Siri. “Organizational dysfunction and a lack of ambition” are some … The post Report says Apple’s mixed reality headset te.....»»
How to set up smart motion-activated HomeKit lights with Homebridge
Having recently moved into a new home, I wanted to set up HomeKit lights in the kitchen that would turn on and off automatically. Ideally. So I got some , an Eve motion sensor, and did the obvious thing with automations in HomeKit. The result was un.....»»
Google Authenticator finally got the feature I always wanted
When I first installed Google Authenticator on iPhone to handle two-factor authentication (2FA), I realized the app had a flaw I hoped I’d never have … The post Google Authenticator finally got the feature I always wanted appeared first o.....»»
Electroplating 3D Prints with Graphite Paint
Since the dawn of 3D printing, folks have wanted to produce nicer finishes than simply the raw plastic with layer lines. Many methods have surfaced and re-surfaced over the years but electroplating seems to be the one that has the biggest transforma.....»»
It"s not as difficult as you think to shout upwind, shows study
For years, Ville Pulkki has been wondering why it feels so difficult to shout upwind. The sensation is common enough to have found its way into an idiom about not being understood. But Pulkki, a professor of acoustics at Aalto University, wanted a sc.....»»
Quantity is quality: an interview with Burn Lin, father of immersion lithography
During TSMC's conference held in Taipei on April 20, 2023, institutional investors made their inquisition on whether the cost and yield of the Fab 21 plant under construction in Arizona, US will drag down TSMC's overall profitability......»»
Like father, like son: New research shows how young men "copy" their fathers" masculinity
Today's men express their maleness in different ways. Some adhere to more traditional models of masculinity, characterized by beliefs in male superiority and endorsement of risky or violent behaviors. Others embrace more progressive stances......»»
End of an era: Netflix DVD subscribers mourn the service"s imminent demise
When Colin McEvoy, a father of two from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and a self-described film fanatic, wants to watch a Bollywood film or an obscure independent movie, he often turns to Netflix -- but not its popular streaming service......»»
Hogwarts Legacy for PS5 and Xbox Series X is discounted today
If you've always wanted to try out Hogwarts Legacy, these Amazon deals will give you a nice discount for the PS5 and Series X.....»»
Europe successfully launches spacecraft toward the moons of Jupiter [Updated]
"We wanted to see if these were possible habitats for life." Enlarge / Liftoff of the Juice spacecraft on an Ariane 5 rocket. (credit: ESA) 10:00 am ET Friday: After a one-day delay due to lightning, an Ariane 5 rocket s.....»»
I’m no camera expert, but this S23 Ultra app makes me look like one
I wanted to take my photo edits to the next level, but as a non-professional, would RAW photography and Lightroom on the Galaxy S23 Ultra be a step too far?.....»»
Europe is about to launch one of its most ambitious missions ever
"We wanted to see if these were possible habitats for life." Enlarge / An Ariane 5 rocket is seen on the launch pad with the JUICE spacecraft on Wednesday, April 12. (credit: ESA) As soon as Thursday morning, the Europe.....»»
Best Girly Cases for the iPhone 14 Pro
Ever wanted a case that is not just the bog standard black silicone case? Take a look at these! When you think of the very best that the iPhone offers, you have to think about the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max. These are the workhorses of the A.....»»
How to Find Someone’s Name by Phone Number for Free
Have you ever just wanted to find a person’s name but only had his or her cell phone number? Have you found your child talking with an unidentified number? Is it troublesome to find the name of an unknown caller? These kinds of scenarios do happen.....»»
Vera Rubin Lives On in Lives of the Women She Helped in Astronomy
The “mother of dark matter” was a force of nature—and a forceful advocate for other women who wanted to dedicate their career to the cosmos......»»
The Google Maps pin feature I’ve always wanted is finally on the way
Dropping a pin to highlight a location is a key feature of the Google Maps experience. Yet it’s easy to lose track of that pin. … The post The Google Maps pin feature I’ve always wanted is finally on the way appeared first on BGR......»»
Leonardo da Vinci"s mother might have been a slave. Here"s what the discovery reveals about Renaissance Europe
A recently discovered note, drawn up by Leonardo da Vinci's father, Piero, in November 1452, shows that he emancipated an enslaved woman named Caterina......»»
How I Met Your Father finale tries to redeem Barney Stinson
How I Met Your Mother spinoff How I Met Your Father aims to redeem Barney Stinson with a clever cameo, and it kind of pulls it off......»»