For the longest time: Quantum computing engineers set new standard in silicon chip performance
Two milliseconds—or two thousandths of a second—is an extraordinarily long time in the world of quantum computing. On these timescales the blink of an eye—at one 10th of a second—is like an eternity......»»
Researchers investigate mercury concentrations in fish and wildlife on a global scale
A paper, titled "Global Mercury Concentrations in Biota: Their Use as a Basis for a Global Biomonitoring Framework" and published in the journal Ecotoxicology, describes for the first time currently available mercury data for fish and wildlife on a g.....»»
New Arm-powered Surface Pro and Surface Laptop aim directly at Apple Silicon Macs
Microsoft's first "Copilot+ PCs" aim for the MacBook Air; neither is fanless. Microsoft's Surface Pro 11 comes with Arm chips and an optional OLED display panel......»»
New quantum dot approach can enhance electrical conductivity of solar cells
A team led by Professor Jongmin Choi of the Department of Energy Science and Engineering has developed a PbS quantum dot that can rapidly enhance the electrical conductivity of solar cells. The findings are published in the journal Small......»»
HP just reset its entire PC lineup
HP has done a major refresh of its computing brands as it enters the AI PC era......»»
Dell is doing something it’s never done before to the XPS 13
Dell is flipping the XPS 13 on its head by adding a new Snapdragon X Elite chip and a suite of AI features......»»
Grafana: Open-source data visualization platform
Grafana is an open-source solution for querying, visualizing, alerting, and exploring metrics, logs, and traces regardless of where they are stored. Grafana provides tools to transform your time-series database (TSDB) data into meaningful graphs and.....»»
Strata Maverics Identity Continuity provides real-time IDP failover capabilities
Strata Identity announced Maverics Identity Continuity, a new add-on product to its Maverics Identity Orchestration platform that provides always-on identity continuity in multi-cloud environments. Unlike regional redundancy offerings from cloud prov.....»»
4 Reasons Not to Install iOS 17.5.1 & 11 Reasons You Should
Apple’s iOS 17.5.1 update could have a huge impact on your iPhone’s performance. While some iPhone users should install the software right now, others might be better off waiting. iOS 17.5.1 is the latest version of iOS 17 and the point upgrade b.....»»
Here’s How Long the iOS 17.5.1 Update Takes
Apple’s new iOS 17.5.1 update is a small point upgrade, but it could take quite a bit of time to install on your iPhone. If you’re moving your iPhone from iOS 17.5 to iOS 17.5.1, you get the shortest list of changes and the smallest download size.....»»
Neuralink to implant 2nd human with brain chip as 85% of threads retract in 1st
Algorithm tweaks made up for the loss, and Neuralink thinks it has fix for next patient. Enlarge / A Neuralink implant. (credit: Neuralink) Only about 15 percent of the electrode-bearing threads implanted in the brain of.....»»
Another short delay for Boeing Starliner, now targeting May 25
NASA and Boeing need more time to make sure a helium leak on its CST-100 Starliner is low enough risk to send humans into space......»»
Scientists discover single atom defect in 2D material can hold quantum information at room temperature
Scientists have discovered that a "single atomic defect" in a layered 2D material can hold onto quantum information for microseconds at room temperature, underscoring the potential of 2D materials in advancing quantum technologies......»»
Endangered migrating eagles impacted by Ukraine war, new study shows
A new study reveals for the first time the impact of ongoing conflicts on the migration of an endangered bird species. The paper "Active European Warzone Impacts Raptor Migration" was published in Current Biology on May 20......»»
Seeking stronger steel, systematic look at 120 combinations of alloy elements provides clues
Decarbonization of automobiles not only requires a shift from gasoline engines to electric motors, but also quality steel parts that help the motors run while lessening the weight of vehicles. High-performance steel materials can offer quieter rides.....»»
Android 14 for TV Means Better Performance, Multitasking
Google has announced Android 14 for Android TV OS, bringing with it a variety of improvements and changes. Detailed during Google I/O, we’re getting the general “performance improvements,” but beyond snappier navigation, there’.....»»
"Wordle" today: Here"s the answer hints for May 17
Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1063 on May 17, as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself. Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you fi.....»»
Get Apple tech for less with a refurbished MacBook Air for only $248
This refurbished 11-inch Apple MacBook Air is on sale for $247.99 (reg. ($700) for a limited time. TL;DR: Through May 22, save some money and get this refurbished MacBook Air on sale for $247.99 (reg. ($700).Anyone looking for a laptop has.....»»
The 40-inch 2-Series Amazon Fire TV just hit an all-time low price
As of May 17, you can snag a 40-inch 2-Series Amazon Fire TV for just $149.99, down from $249.99. That's a 40% discount or $100 off. GET $100 OFF: As of May 17, you can snag a 40-inch 2-Series Amazon Fire TV for just $149.99, down from $249.99......»»
"Wordle" today: Here"s the answer hints for May 18
Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1064 on May 18, as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself. Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you fi.....»»
Why Earthlings are safe when huge solar storms strike our planet
When solar storms and coronal mass ejections hit Earth and create the Northern Lights, people are physically protected from radiation by Earth's magnetic field and atmosphere. From time to time, the sun discharges billions of tons of solar matt.....»»