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Exploring mind-bending questions about reality and virtual worlds via The Matrix

NYU philosopher David Chalmers chats with Ars about his new book Reality+. Enlarge / Virtual worlds might be digital, but they can be as real and meaningful as our physical world, philosopher David Chalmers argues in his new book, Real.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaJan 28th, 2022

Metalenses harness AI for high-resolution, full-color imaging for compact optical systems

Modern imaging systems, such as those used in smartphones, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) devices, are constantly evolving to become more compact, efficient, and high-performing. Traditional optical systems rely on bulky glass lense.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News1 hr. 25 min. ago

One or many? Exploring the population groups of the Antarctic blue whale using historical mark-recovery data

Hunted nearly to extinction during 20th century whaling, the Antarctic blue whale, the world's largest animal, went from a population size of roughly 200,000 to little more than 300. The most recent estimate in 2004 put Antarctic blue whales at less.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News7 hr. 26 min. ago

VPNs and Online Gaming: Protecting your data and reducing lag

A VPN can be an extremely useful tool for gamers. Here's why you should consider gaming while using one.Nvidea's GeForce Now on a MacBook ProA Virtual Private Network (VPN) service offers many benefits for regular web-surfing purposes. Everything fro.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated News8 hr. 26 min. ago

Are Alternate Timelines Real? Quantum Physics Explains

The multiverse offers no escape from our reality—which might be a very good thing.....»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated NewsNov 14th, 2024

Yes, the 10 worst passwords still include ‘password’ and ‘secret’

Some six years after virtual private network company NordVPN started searching data breaches for the most-used passwords, things are every bit as bad as when the company started. Each year, the company searches the dark web for passwords stolen by.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 14th, 2024

Q&A: Holobiont biology, a new concept for exploring how microbiome shapes evolution of visible life

Microorganisms—bacteria, viruses and other tiny life forms—may drive biological variation in visible life as much, if not more, than genetic mutations, creating new lineages and even new species of animals and plants, according to Seth Bordenstei.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 14th, 2024

To move or not to move: Is it cheaper to find a new place or stay when your rent increases by 10%?

Your landlord has just raised your rent by 10% and your mind starts running the numbers—should you cop it sweet or look to move?.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 14th, 2024

A new mission to Pluto could answer the questions raised by New Horizons

Pluto may have been downgraded from full-planet status, but that doesn't mean it doesn't hold a special place in scientist's hearts. There are practical and sentimental reasons for that—Pluto has tantalizing mysteries to unlock that New Horizons, t.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 14th, 2024

The best VR headsets for 2024

Check out our list of the best VR headsets from Meta, Apple, Sony, HTC, and Pimax to help you find the perfect system for VR and mixed reality gaming......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 14th, 2024

Coming soon to Apple Vision Pro: mixed reality hit game ‘Little Cities: Diorama’

More mixed reality games that became popular on Meta Quest headsets are coming to Apple Vision Pro. Little Cities: Diorama offers an all-new version for Apple Vision Pro. Notably, it blends your real-world environment with a virtual city you create......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsNov 13th, 2024

Prime time for cicadas: What a once-in-1,547-year bug population surge tells us about the nature of reality

It's a big year in America—for wildlife as well as for politics. I'm talking about periodical cicadas......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 13th, 2024

Discord admin gets 15 years for “one of the most significant leaks” in US history

Former airman's arrest raised questions about who gets access to confidential docs. Former US Air National Guard Jack Teixeira was sentenced to 15 years in prison for leaking conf.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 13th, 2024

Tips for a successful cybersecurity job interview

Whether you’re looking to enhance your existing cybersecurity skills or just beginning your journey in the field, cybersecurity offers a wide range of career opportunities. If you’re considering a career shift, exploring new job opportunities, or.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsNov 13th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro proves best home theater as 2024 top grossing films arrive in 3D

For many, Apple’s new ultrawide Mac Virtual Display feature in visionOS 2.2 beta is the killer app on Apple Vision Pro. But you don’t need to be a Mac user to appreciate Apple Vision Pro and its role as an incredible mobile movie theater. I’.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 13th, 2024

New secret math benchmark stumps AI models and PhDs alike

FrontierMath's difficult questions remain unpublished so that AI companies can't train against it. On Friday, research organization Epoch AI released FrontierMath, a new mathemati.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 13th, 2024

Apple releases visionOS 2.2 beta 2 with new Mac Virtual Display features

visionOS 2.2 beta 2 is rolling out now for developers. Apple’s forthcoming software update brings a big upgrade to Vision Pro’s Mac Virtual Display feature, which is available now for beta testers. more….....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Populist parties thrive on discontent: The data proves it

Anger and resentment have become the accepted currency of populist politicians. Donald Trump is generally the first example that comes to mind, but Europe has its fair share of these leaders too, from Viktor Orban in Hungary and Geert Wilders in the.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Virtual fruity fly model can simulate sensory navigation

All animals, large or small, have to move at an incredible precision to interact with the world. Understanding how the brain controls movement is a fundamental question in neuroscience. For larger animals, this is challenging because of the complexit.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

What a VPN kill switch is, and why you need it

A kill switch can help prevent your privacy from being breached when your encrypted VPN connection stops working. This is why your VPN needs it.An iPad disconnected from the InternetThe basic idea of a virtual private network (VPN) service is that yo.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Dehumanizing child-free women in film and TV gives misogyny a stage

"When are you giving us grandkids?" and "You'll change your mind," are familiar lines heard by child-free women around the table at family dinner......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024