Concentric circular bands of polarization found in a ferroelectric polymer
A team of researchers from China, the U.S. and Australia has found an example of the formation of concentric circular bands of polarization in a ferroelectric polymer. In their paper published in the journal Science, the group describes the creation.....»»
Hermès still offers Apple Watch Series 9 with leather bands in its online store
Apple this week unveiled the new Apple Watch Series 9, and although it has kept the same design as the previous generation, the company has announced a variety of new watch bands – including the new FineWoven bands that replace the leather ones. He.....»»
Hermes isn"t following Apple"s lead, releases new array of leather Apple Watch bands
Hermes has stopped making leather Apple Watch bands for Apple, but instead has now launched a bunch of them on its own site.One of very many new leather Apple Watch bands being sold by HermesBefore it was even confirmed that Apple would ditch leather.....»»
Scientists uncover surprising twist in the ways bacteria spread antibiotic-resistant genes
Scientists have found a counterintuitive wrinkle in the way bacteria spread antibiotic-resistant genes through small circular pieces of DNA called plasmids......»»
New material concept allows more cost-effective production of blue organic light-emitting diodes
Blue organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), which can be used in smartphones, televisions or other devices, are still difficult to manufacture today. A team of researchers led by Gert-Jan Wetzelaer of the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research has.....»»
Hermès offers new range of non-leather – and leather – bands for Apple Watch
Following speculation that Apple's partnership with Hermès could be about to end, the relationship appears as solid as ever following Apple's Wonderlust event......»»
The Apple Watch Series 9 is here, and it’s hiding a big upgrade
Upgraded chip for improved performance, all-new bands an plenty more – there's a lot to talk about the Apple Watch Series 9......»»
Apple will no longer use leather accessories, instead opting for FineWoven
In a move aimed at continuing its commitment to sustainability, Apple will be phasing out its popular leather iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands. Instead, the tech giant is introducing a new material called FineWoven, signaling a significant shift to.....»»
FineWoven is here, as Apple phases out leather in watch bands & cases
As Apple ends its use of leather, it has introduced a new FineWoven material that has a much lower carbon footprint, coupled with new partner bands for Apple Watch.FineWoven magnetic loopDuring its Wonderlust event, Apple had a smattering of new band.....»»
Hermes pulls all Apple Watch bands from online store
Fashion brand Hermes has pulled all Apple Watch bands from its website, in what may be preparation for Apple's shift to leather-free accessories during Tuesday's iPhone 15 special event.Hermes Apple Watch Series 7Rumors have claimed that Apple is shi.....»»
Hermès removes all leather Apple Watch bands from its site
It's not yet clear if the move confirms recent reports that partner Apple is planning to pivot away from leather accessories for its range of devices......»»
Hermès removes all Apple Watches and bands from its website ahead of ‘Wonderlust’ event
Last week, we heard from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman that Apple is going to start moving away from leather for its Apple Watch bands to match the same effort for its iPhone 15 cases. Now ahead of Apple’s iPhone and Apple Watch event on September 12,.....»»
Rumor: Apple to discontinue silicone accessories, including iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands
We are less than 48 hours away from Apple’s “Wonderlust” event, where it will announce the all-new iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro. A new last-minute rumor today suggests that in addition to retiring its lineup of leather cases this year, Apple mig.....»»
New behavioral system mapping shows key consumer behaviors needed to achieve a circular economy
The Behavioural Roadmap to Circular Consumption, developed by Monash University's BehaviourWorks Australia, identifies where policy-makers and industry can intervene in the production–consumption cycle to create change, reduce Australia's material.....»»
Researchers find innovative way to store and process information by maintaining valley polarization at room temperature
Researchers at the Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN), a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science User Facility at DOE's Brookhaven National Laboratory, and Northrop Grumman, a multinational aerospace and defense technology company, h.....»»
Improving organic solar cell efficiency through molecular engineering
Polymer solar cells are lightweight, flexible solar panels that can be used for wearable devices. However, toxic halogenated processing solvents used during manufacturing of these solar cells have limited their widespread adoption......»»
Scientists use naturally-occurring polymer to modify wood and boost biomass conversion
By adding a naturally-occurring polymer that makes wood more porous, scientists have engineered trees easier to disassemble into simpler building blocks......»»
Apple prepares for the end of leather Apple Watch bands with staff discounts
Apple could discontinue its use of leather watch bands for the Apple Watch Series 9, it is rumored, with Apple employees said to be receiving major discounts on Hermes bands as Apple winds down its leather stock.Hermes Apple Watch Series 7Numerous ru.....»»
Apple Watch leather bands rumored to be discontinued as Series 9 launch nears
We’ve been hearing a lot of rumors when it comes to iPhone and Apple Watch accessories recently, as Apple will be holding a special event next week to introduce new products. And while some rumors have claimed that the company will replace the iPho.....»»
Some of the Apple Watch bands are currently unavailable ahead of Series 9 launch
Apple this week confirmed that it will hold a special event on September 12. Although the company never reveals in advance what will be announced at the event, we all know at this point that Apple will introduce the iPhone 15 lineup and also the Appl.....»»
Fungi could be the answer to breaking down plastic junk
Enzymes that break down a polymer in wood can also handle polyethylene. Enlarge (credit: Anton Petrus) Plastic is becoming a plague on Earth. Not only are landfills bursting with it, but it has also polluted our oceans t.....»»