Exactly how massive is the Milky Way?
How do you weigh a galaxy? It's an astronomical challenge, particularly if it's the galaxy you call home. It turns out there are several ways to get a handle on the mass of the Milky Way, and a recent study posted on the arXiv pre-print server summar.....»»
Google’s October Feature Drop Includes a Ton of New Tricks for Pixel Phones
Android 15 comes with a massive feature drop for Pixel devices. The post Google’s October Feature Drop Includes a Ton of New Tricks for Pixel Phones appeared first on Phandroid. With Android 15 now out in the wild, Google has also ro.....»»
You don’t have much time to get this 85-inch Samsung TV for $1,000
The 85-inch Samsung DU7200 Series 4K TV is currently on sale from Best Buy with a $500 discount, so you'll only have to pay $1,000 for this massive screen......»»
Research finds homeowners use credit strategically to recover from hurricanes
A massive storm can instantly sweep away someone's dream home, as we've seen recently with Hurricane Helene and now Hurricane Milton. Millions in the Southeast have had their homes destroyed or damaged by these devastating storms, which are only beco.....»»
Massive M4 MacBook Pro leaks have been ‘confirmed’ to be true
For weeks, debate has raged over whether a set of leaked M4 MacBook Pro laptops are the real deal. Now, it looks like we might finally have our answer......»»
SpaceX wins earlier-than-expected approval to fly fifth Starship
SpaceX received approval from U.S. air safety regulators to launch the fifth major test flight of its massive Starship rocket—a pivotal mission that will see the booster portion return from space and attempt to land upright......»»
Exoplanet discovered in a binary system could explain why red dwarfs form massive planets
In recent years, the number of known extrasolar planets (aka. exoplanets) has grown exponentially. To date, 5,799 exoplanets have been confirmed in 4,310 star systems, with thousands more candidates awaiting confirmation. What has been particularly i.....»»
Apple opens massive research lab in China amid stiff iPhone competition
Apple has opened a huge new research lab in Shenzhen, China. The lab was first announced back in March, but the South China Morning Post reports that it became operational this week. Here’s what Apple has planned for the facility, and how it relate.....»»
Hidden in the teeth: DNA study finds these 19th century lions preyed on humans and giraffes
In 1898, two male lions terrorized an encampment of bridge builders on the Tsavo River in Kenya. The lions, which were massive and maneless, crept into the camp at night, raided the tents and dragged off their victims. The infamous Tsavo "man-eaters".....»»
Prime Big Deal Days power tool deals still available: DeWalt, Milwaukee, Bosch, and more
Prime Big Deal Days power tool deals are officially over, but there are still some massive discounts on the most popular brands such as DeWalt and Milwaukee......»»
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Alienware Deals 2024: What’s still available?
There are all kinds of Alienware Prime Day deals for gaming laptops and gaming PCs that are available, so don't miss this huge opportunity at massive savings!.....»»
Beats Studio Pro is enjoying a MASSIVE 50% discount RIGHT NOW!
The Beats Studio Pro is currently enjoying a 50% discount on Amazon right now, so check it out if you want to save big! The post Beats Studio Pro is enjoying a MASSIVE 50% discount RIGHT NOW! appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re lookin.....»»
A sharper view of the Milky Way with Gaia and machine learning
A group of scientists led by the Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam (AIP) and the Institute of Cosmos Sciences at the University of Barcelona (ICCUB) have used a novel machine learning model to process data for 217 million stars observed by t.....»»
US forecasts severe solar storm starting Thursday
A massive ball of plasma and accompanying magnetic field ejected from the sun is expected to strike Earth on Thursday morning, potentially triggering auroras as far south as Alabama, according to US forecasters......»»
Satellite data show massive bombs dropped in dangerous proximity to Gaza Strip hospitals in 2023
Satellite data on the proximity of hundreds of M-84 bomb craters to hospitals in the Gaza Strip suggest that, as of November 2023, hospitals were not being given special protection from indiscriminate bombing, as mandated by international humanitaria.....»»
This truly massive OLED gaming monitor has a $600 price cut for Prime Day
If you're considering upgrading your gaming rig, you don't want to miss this Prime Big Deal Days sale......»»
Best fall Prime Day Apple deals: AirPods, MacBook, iPad, accessories, smart home, more
All of the best Apple Prime Day deals are now going live for Amazon massive fall event. From the latest MacBooks and iPads to AirPods and Apple Pencil models to accessorize your tablet experience, the Apple Prime Day deals are now ready to go. We ar.....»»
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 gets a DEEP 48% DISCOUNT for Prime Day!
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is enjoying a massive discount as part of Amazon Prime Day deal where its price has been reduced by 48%! The post Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 gets a DEEP 48% DISCOUNT for Prime Day! appeared first on Phandroid. If you.....»»
Production starts at Hyundai"s massive EV factory in Georgia
U.S.-assembled versions of the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 compact crossover will arrive at dealer lots this year......»»
The GALAH fourth data release provides vital data on one million stars in the Milky Way
For the past 10 years, Australia's ARC Center of Excellence in All Sky Astrophysics in 3 Dimensions (ASTRO 3D) has been investigating star formation, chemical enrichment, migration, and mergers in the Milky Way with the Anglo-Australian Telescope (AA.....»»
UN biodiversity summit in Colombia aims to turn words into action
Two years after a landmark UN-brokered deal to protect nature from a massive wave of destruction, delegates will gather at a new COP in Colombia in late October to assess their progress......»»