Camera manufacturer turns Ars comment section into makeshift AMA
Depth-perceiving camera company reads, responds to over 200 Ars reader comments. Enlarge / Light's depth perception relies on trigonometry and allows it to measure the distance to each pixel out to 1,000 m. (credit: Light) Las.....»»
Report: iPhone 16 Pro may cost more than ever, but for a good reason
In just a few days, Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro will debut with a host of new features. A larger display, camera upgrades, a new Capture button, and an Apple Intelligence-optimized A18 Pro chip will make it a strong buy. But according to a new report, al.....»»
This iPhone 16 Pro camera upgrade will fix a major pain point
The iPhone 16 Pro unveiling is only days away, but we already know what to expect. One key camera upgrade coming is a brand new 48MP Ultra Wide camera. I never take Ultra Wide 0.5x shots, but I’m thrilled about this change for one reason: no more a.....»»
Analysis-Ethanol push turns India into corn importer, shaking up global market
Analysis-Ethanol push turns India into corn importer, shaking up global market.....»»
Outer solar system is more populated than previously thought, research reveals
Survey observations using the Subaru Telescope's ultra-widefield prime focus camera have revealed that there may be a population of small bodies further out in the Kuiper Belt waiting to be discovered......»»
Northern elephant seals use deep-sea research sonar as dinner bell
Northern elephant seals were repeatedly captured on camera in the deep Pacific Ocean using sonar from an Ocean Networks Canada (ONC) observatory as a dinner bell to forage for their next fish feast, according to a new study led by University of Victo.....»»
For decades, we"ve been told 80% of the world"s biodiversity is found on Indigenous lands—but it"s wrong
Everyday people understandably rely on information quoted by scientists. But when that information turns out to be incorrect, things get complicated......»»
Microchip Technology confirms theft of employee data
US-based semiconductor manufacturer Microchip Technology has confirmed that the cyberattack it suffered in August 2024 resulted in the theft of data, including “employee contact information and some encrypted and hashed passwords.” The br.....»»
Puny chocolate bars and miniature crisps: Is "shrinkflation" the worst business practice ever?
Next time you pick up a package of coffee or a pack of toilet paper, take a closer look. You might notice the package looks familiar, but what is inside has subtly diminished. This is "shrinkflation" in action, a pricing strategy used by manufacturer.....»»
This Lenovo ThinkPad is a shocking 68% off during Labor Day sales
Save big on the Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 3 when you order directly through the manufacturer. Act fast before this model sells out!.....»»
Facebook says its new app icon was just a glitch after all
Over the last several days, Facebook users have revolted after the app’s iPhone icon seemingly adopted a new black and blue design. As it turns out, however, this is just a bug, and Facebook is already rolling out a fix. more….....»»
Gentler Streak update turns the app into a workout journal
Gentler Sreak, the popular fitness and wellness app available for Apple platforms, is getting another update. This time, the developers behind the app are introducing a new Workout Summaries feature, which essentially turns Gentler Streak into a work.....»»
Qualcomm’s Newest “Budget” Chipset is Here, sans Announcement
It's a modest upgrade. The post Qualcomm’s Newest “Budget” Chipset is Here, sans Announcement appeared first on Phandroid. Chip manufacturer Qualcomm apparently expanded its budget chipset lineup over the weekend with the.....»»
No, an actual Apple Watch Ultra does not have a hidden camera
If you find a viral video claiming the Apple Watch Ultra has a hidden camera in it, what you're actually watching is a reminder that some unethical sites and companies will stop at nothing to fool the gullible.Counterfeiters are fooling YouTubers wit.....»»
New knowledge about a fungus that turns 60–80% of the flies in your home into zombies
What can we learn from a fungus that eats most of the flies in your home from the inside, turns them into zombies and then lures other flies to necrophilic intercourse? Possibly quite a lot, according to researchers at the University of Copenhagen......»»
Piedmont Lithium turns to international ventures as U.S. mining plans hit snags
Permit delays and rising costs have driven U.S.-based lithium mining companies to invest in international sites......»»
How AI has quietly transformed this one camera feature on your phone
Special AI camera modes are everywhere at the moment, but something more interesting is happening behind the scenes to our cameras......»»
Does single-pedal driving actually extend EV range? It’s complicated
Single-pedal driving has become much more popular with the rise of EVs. But does using it actually extend range? Turns out, it's complicated......»»
From harmony to civil war: When language turns deadly
For years, Jaroslav Tir has been pondering a perplexing mystery: Why do some countries where a multi-ethnic populace once lived together in harmony devolve into civil war, slaughter and ethnic cleansing?.....»»
Halide developers detail how new Process Zero feature works under the hood
The popular iPhone and iPad camera app Halide recently introduced a new feature called Process Zero which, as the name suggests, takes photos without all the modern post-processing of smartphone cameras. The developers behind the app have now explain.....»»
Review: Eve Outdoor Cam is a great HomeKit camera with floodlight [save 18% right now]
Update: Right now, you can . Eve Outdoor Cam is a sleek outdoor video camera for HomeKit, with integrated LED floodlight ideally designed to light up your driveway at night. I’ve been a fan of the for a while, and my experience with the Outdoor.....»»