Boston Dynamics" Spot celebrates the holidays with a Solid Snake impression
Boston Dynamics likes to show off videos of its robots’ various skills, from parkour and gymnastics to cleaning and gardening. But judging from the several dancing videos it has put out over the years, the robots’ most practical use will be appea.....»»
How to customize the Echo Spot display
The Echo Spot is a highly customizable smart alarm clock. Here's how to adjust the Echo Spot clock face, enable Night Mode, change its color, and more......»»
A new explanation for Jupiter"s shrinking Great Red Spot
Jupiter's Great Red Spot—the biggest windstorm in the solar system—is shrinking, and a new study may help explain why......»»
Dynamic view of opioid receptor could refine pain relief
Effective pain relief without the debilitating side effects of traditional opioids is closer to becoming a reality thanks to a study by an all-RIKEN team into the structure and dynamics of a drug-bound opioid receptor......»»
New fossil snake species provides insight into reptile social behavior and development
A newly discovered snake species, Hibernophis breithaupti, provides rare insight into the social behavior of snakes and fills some gaps in our knowledge of the evolution of boas, or boidae. The quartet of fossilized snakes discovered in western Wyomi.....»»
Scientists integrate solid-state spin qubits with nanomechanical resonators
In a new Physical Review Letters study, scientists propose a new method for combining solid-state spin qubits with nanomechanical resonators for scalable and programmable quantum systems......»»
Echo Spot vs. Echo Pop: Which Amazon device is better for your smart home?
The Echo Spot is much more expensive than the Echo Pop, but does its built-in touchscreen make it the better choice for your home? Here's what to know......»»
New research sheds light on river dynamics and cutoff regimes
How are rivers characterized? Traditional methods rely on plant forms and sedimentological techniques, focusing on deposits. Riccardo Maitan, a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Padova, is developing a novel approach based on river hydrological be.....»»
Scientists add the human element to long-term flood predictions
To better predict long-term flooding risk, scientists at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory developed a 3D modeling framework that captures the complex dynamics of water as it flows across the landscape. The framework seeks to p.....»»
Astronomers spot a "highly eccentric" planet on its way to becoming a hot Jupiter
Hot Jupiters are some of the most extreme planets in the galaxy. These scorching worlds are as massive as Jupiter, and they swing wildly close to their star, whirling around in a few days compared to our own gas giant's leisurely 4,000-day orbit arou.....»»
Echo Spot vs. Echo Dot (5th Gen): which is the better smart home companion?
The Echo Spot offers many of same features as the Echo Dot (5th Gen), but it also gets you a small touchscreen display. So, which is better for your home?.....»»
Best USB-C and Thunderbolt displays for Mac [July]
USB-C/Thunderbolt display options have really expanded over the last few years. While Apple’s Pro Display XDR isn’t the best fit for most Mac users at $5,000+, it also offers the more affordable Studio Display. But there are also lots of solid ch.....»»
Scientists develop new AI method to create material "fingerprints"
Like people, materials evolve over time. They also behave differently when they are stressed and relaxed. Scientists looking to measure the dynamics of how materials change have developed a new technique that leverages X-ray photon correlation spectr.....»»
You can buy Apple products tax-free in these eight US states for a limited time
Apple has announced support for upcoming tax-free holidays across the US, some of which start as soon as July 19 while others span out through August. During these tax-free days, you’ll be able to purchase a variety of Apple products without pa.....»»
Overcast podcast app revamped with new design, faster performance, more
Overcast, the popular podcast player by Marco Arment, has gotten a major overhaul. As it celebrates its tenth anniversary, Overcast has been completely rewritten to be faster, more reliable, and more accessible. more….....»»
Appeals court rules parts adviser jointly employed by Herb Chambers dealership and management company
A Boston dealership and the company that has a management agreement with the store are joint employers of a parts adviser who sued them both over alleged wage violations, the Appeals Court of Massachusetts ruled......»»
The 2024 Amazon Echo Spot is on sale in a surprise early Prime Day deal
Check out the brand new Amazon Echo Dot during this year's Prime Day......»»
Hands on with the Insta360 Flow Pro gimbal, the first with Apple DockKit tracking
The new Insta360 Flow Pro gimbal is the first stabilizer to incorporate Apple's DockKit technology for easy subject tracking and is even better with a solid iPhone app experience and design.The new Insta360 Flow Pro gimbalGimbals are becoming more co.....»»
Complex impact of large wildfires on ozone layer dynamics unveiled
In a revelation that highlights the fragile balance of our planet's atmosphere, scientists from China, Germany, and the U.S. have uncovered an unexpected link between massive wildfire events and the chemistry of the ozone layer. Published in Science.....»»
Deals: Apple’s current iPad 10 down at $319, Apple Pencil from $69, 13-inch M2 iPad Air $729, AirPods Pro 2, more
Today’s Apple deals are now up for grabs down below. We have a solid offer on the iPad 10th Gen for folks looking to score a casual current-generation Apple tablet without breaking the bank. That deal joins new all-time low pricing on the most affo.....»»
Settlement near in Conn. Subaru dealership spot delivery lawsuit after March ruling
A settlement is near after U.S. District of Connecticut Judge Omar Williams this spring refused to dismiss a consumer's lawsuit over a Vernon, Conn., car dealer's spot delivery behavior. Pablo Castellanos-Hernandez alleged Suburban Subaru violated th.....»»