Facebook is now called Meta, except not really. Let us explain
Facebook has rebranded itself as Meta, a 'social technology' company. But what does that even mean?.....»»
Everything you need to know about buying a laptop in 2024
If you're unsure about what you need in a laptop, this laptop buying guide can help. In our breakdown, we'll explain specs, pricing, model types, and more......»»
Mary, Queen of Scots and the clandestine tricks of the women who kept her secrets
Mary, Queen of Scots spent almost 20 years in captivity. She was held in various locations across Britain from 1568 until her execution on February 8, 1587. As I explain in my new book, Captive Queen: The Decrypted History of Mary, Queen of Scots, du.....»»
Optical technique that uses orbital angular momentum could transform medical diagnostics
An Aston University researcher has developed a new technique using light that could revolutionize non-invasive medical diagnostics and optical communication. The research showcases how a type of light called the orbital angular momentum (OAM) can be.....»»
For heating plasma in fusion devices, researchers unravel how electrons respond to neutral beam injection
Heating a plasma for fusion research requires megawatts of power. One approach that research tokamaks use to achieve the necessary power input is neutral beam injection (NBI). With NBI, fast neutral particles are generated in a device called a beam s.....»»
Molecular study of newly discovered tardigrade species helps explain ability to withstand high doses of radiation
A team of biologists affiliated with several institutions in China has learned more about the means by which tardigrades are able to withstand high doses of radiation. In their study, published in the journal Science, the group focused on a newly fou.....»»
From fireflies to drones: Researchers uncover strategy for synchronization efficiency
Researchers from The University of New Mexico School of Engineering looked to the natural world to explain how synchronized systems can work more efficiently and made a significant discovery. Their results were published in the journal Nature Communi.....»»
Meta CEO Zuckerberg Dismisses Workers Making Over Six Figures For Taking Advantage Of Company Food Delivery Service
Meta CEO Zuckerberg Dismisses Workers Making Over Six Figures For Taking Advantage Of Company Food Delivery Service.....»»
Teachers try a different preschool curriculum to prevent youth crime—checking in 20 years later, it worked
There's been an increased political and media focus recently on so-called youth crime waves, particularly in Queensland and the Northern Territory......»»
Massive buildings are actually slowing down Earth’s rotation
So called human-built megastructures may actually be slowing down the Earth’s rotation. This isn’t exactly new information, but it has recently been making the rounds … The post Massive buildings are actually slowing down Earth’s rota.....»»
WhatsApp’s Upcoming Tweaks Change how Users can Manage Their Contacts
Neither Meta nor WhatsApp have specified a release timeline for the updates at the moment. The post WhatsApp’s Upcoming Tweaks Change how Users can Manage Their Contacts appeared first on Phandroid. WhatsApp recently announced that i.....»»
Experts explain Hurricane Helene"s impact on Appalachia
Hurricane Helene has devastated swaths of Southern Appalachia, pummeling cities from Newport, Tennessee, to Asheville, North Carolina......»»
Supreme Court Justices use rhetoric to affirm high court"s power and influence, LLM analysis finds
When U.S. Supreme Court justices write opinions, they mostly talk about the case in question. But occasionally, they will discuss themselves or the court, using what is called the "monologic voice.".....»»
Through the looking glass: A cross-chiral reaction challenges our definition of life
Just like your left and right hand exist as mirror images of each other, many biological molecules have their own form of left- and right-handedness, called chirality. Our DNA, for example, is made of right-handed chiral molecules which combine to fo.....»»
Why the Apple Intelligence delays? What about the new Siri? Craig Federighi explains [Video]
When the iPhone 16 line-up was launched without most of the headline AI features, there was much criticism about the Apple Intelligence delays. The WSJ’s Joanna Stern has now sat down with Apple software lead Craig Federighi to ask him to explain w.....»»
Meta testing Face ID-like video selfie to recover your Instagram or Facebook account
Meta is testing facial recognition as a way of letting you instantly recover your Instagram or Facebook account if you find yourself locked out. The process of submitting a video selfie looks much the same as that used to register for Face ID, requir.....»»
Meta AI for WhatsApp could soon offer more personalized experiences
It seems that Meta is working on an update to its AI chatbot for WhatsApp that will allow it to remember conversations. The post Meta AI for WhatsApp could soon offer more personalized experiences appeared first on Phandroid. Earlier this.....»»
Meta Quest 3S is a disappointing half-step to Carmack’s low-cost VR vision
Significant visual and comfort compromises make last year's Quest 3 a better VR investment. It's been just over two years now since soon-to-depart CTO John Carmack told a Meta Con.....»»
Microplastics and PFAS: Daphnia study finds combined impact results in greater environmental harm
The combined impact of so-called "forever chemicals" is more harmful to the environment than single chemicals in isolation, a new study shows. Researchers at the University of Birmingham investigated the environmental effects of microplastics and PFA.....»»
Score the Meta Quest 3 512GB for $150 off today
Experience an immersive world of VR like no other! Save $150 when you purchase the Meta Quest 3 512GB and enjoy Batman: Arkham Shadow on the house!.....»»
Structural biology analysis of a Pseudomonas bacterial virus reveals a genome ejection motor
The viruses that infect bacteria are the most abundant biological entities on the planet. For example, a recent simple study of 92 showerheads and 36 toothbrushes from American bathrooms found more than 600 types of bacterial viruses, commonly called.....»»