BenQ 34-inch ultrawide 2K monitor review: Perfect for Universal Control
The BenQ PD3420Q is an ultrawide 34-inch 2K monitor with a built-in KVM switching capability, a Mac-specific color accuracy mode, and dynamic PiP settings.The BenQ PD3420Q is an excellent ultrawide monitorApple has set a high bar for displays, making.....»»
3 underrated Netflix shows you should watch this weekend (September 20-22)
From a long-running British series to an early 2000s classic, these underrated Netflix shows are the perfect way to spend the weekend......»»
iPhone 16 tip: Replace the camera button on your Lock Screen
The iPhone 16 and 16 Pro are now in users’ hands. If you’ve purchased the latest iPhone, that means you now have Camera Control—a dedicated side button for the camera. Hot tip: now you can replace the Lock Screen’s camera button with somethin.....»»
Reviewing iOS 18 for power users: Control Center, iCloud, and more
Never mind emojis—here’s some stuff that makes iOS more efficient. Enlarge / Control Center has a whole new customization interface. (credit: Samuel Axon) iOS 18 launched this week, and while its flagship feature (Ap.....»»
3 underrated Amazon Prime Video movies you should watch this weekend (September 20-22)
These underrated Amazon Prime Video movies are the perfect way to spend a weekend......»»
This USB mic and headset combo is perfect for streaming, and 50% off
HP has reduced the price of a HyperX QuadCast microphone and HyperX Alpha Cloud headset by a huge $120. Here's why newbie streamers need it......»»
HomeKit’s Matter 1.2 update expands support for new devices on Apple’s smart home platform
With the release of iOS 18, HomeKit now supports Matter 1.2, which brings new opportunities for HomeKit vendors. A perfect example of this is the . It will now be fully available within HomeKit. more….....»»
Researchers identify novel endocytic recycling mechanism with "kiss-and-run" membrane fusion
Endocytosis and recycling control the uptake and retrieval of various materials in eukaryotic cells. Mammalian cells have developed several recycling routes, including the relatively extensively studied "fast" and "slow" tubulovesicular recycling pat.....»»
Double-edged STING: A new pathway involved in aging
A protein called STING, previously shown to control a pathway that contributes to antiviral signaling, also plays an important role in cellular stress clearance and cell survival, according to a new paper published in Molecular Cell......»»
Scientists scan TRAPPIST-1 for technosignatures
If you are going to look for intelligent life beyond Earth, there are few better candidates than the TRAPPIST-1 star system. It isn't a perfect choice. Red dwarf stars like TRAPPIST-1 are notorious for emitting flares and hard X-rays in their youth,.....»»
Scientists propose a new method to search for dark matter using LIGO
A new study published in Physical Review Letters (PRL) proposes using gravitational wave detectors like LIGO to search for scalar field dark matter......»»
iPhone 16 review: Who needs the Pro?
The iPhone 16 is the cheapest and least technically impressive new iPhone. It's also probably the one you should buy......»»
Transformers One review: a colorful, forgettable prequel
Transformers One is a beautifully animated but forgettable addition to an already one-note franchise......»»
Apple iPhone 16 Pro review: Do you need the Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro review: Do you need the Pro Max?.....»»
Windscribe review: build your own plan with this unique VPN
I tested Windscribe, a VPN with a free service, low-cost plans, and a malware blocker. I explored its strengths, weaknesses, and overall value......»»
6 tiny bumps make the ‘magic’ that lets the iPhone 16 camera button work with Apple’s cases
One of the newest features of the iPhone 16 lineup is the Camera Control button. It brings an innovative way to quickly launch the camera, … The post 6 tiny bumps make the ‘magic’ that lets the iPhone 16 camera button work with Appl.....»»
Robot placed under the control of a fungal overlord
A mushroom's response to environmental changes can be used to control a robot. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Most living organisms easily surpass machines when it comes to navigating real-world environme.....»»
A handy guide to the universal language for the mathematically perplexed
Ars chats with Ben Orlin about his new book, Math for English Majors. Enlarge / Math for English Majors talks about numbers as nouns, verbs as calculations, and algebra as grammar. (credit: Ben Orlin) Galileo once famous.....»»
3 action movies on Max you need to watch in September
From one of 2024's best films to an underrated Gerard Butler picture, these three action movies are the perfect way to spend the early fall......»»
The Lepro TB1 AI table lamp uses an LLM to take smart lighting to new places
The Lepro TB1 AI table lamp is a unique smart lighting solution that relies on an LLM or large language model to control the dynamic lighting. Learn more here......»»
Your Apple Watch can now replace your TV remote
TV remotes are notorious for getting lost. Or for being just out of reach, right at the moment you’ve settled into a comfortable seat and don’t want to get up. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could control your TV from a device that’s always strap.....»»