How to stick sensors to skin without adhesive
Imagine if you could attach something to your skin without needing glue. A biosensor, a watch, a communications device, a fashion accessory—the possibilities are endless. Thanks to a discovery at Binghamton University, State University of New York,.....»»
Chaos reigns in Discovery+ & HBO Max streaming service merger
In a confusing move, Warner Bros. Discover may be planning to keep Discovery+ as a standalone service while still launching a new combined Discovery+ and HBO Max streaming platform.Discovery+ will stick aroundWarnerMedia, a division of AT&T, combined.....»»
Under-screen Face ID patent describes what could be a next-generation Dynamic Island
An Apple patent granted today appears to describe a new approach to under-screen Face ID, which could also allow the company to embed additional sensors into an iPhone display. The patent seemingly describes an evolution of the Dynamic Island approa.....»»
Future HomeKit could track you through your house and predict your needs
A future version of HomeKit may keep track of where the people in the house are, and learn user habits to figure out when to automatically take actions, without you having to ask Siri.The temperature and humidity sensors in the new HomePod, and now e.....»»
Amazon’s entire Fire TV Stick and Cube lineup is discounted
Amazon rolled out discounts to let shoppers get one of the different variants of the Amazon Fire TV Stick or the Amazon Fire TV Cube for cheaper than usual......»»
Donkey Kong cheating case rocked by photos of illicit joystick modification
Tall, red-topped stick could prove crucial in Mitchell's defamation suit. Mitchell (right) at the 2007 FAMB convention with former Twin Galaxies referee Todd Rogers and what appears to be a Donkey Kong cabinet with a modified joy.....»»
How to use HomePod temperature and humidity sensors and third-party devices that do the same
Have the new HomePod 2 or HomePod mini smart speakers? If so, you’ve got access to built-in temp and humidity sensors with software 16.3 which can be useful in a variety of ways. Here’s how to set up and use HomePod temperature and humidity sens.....»»
Snail mucus yields natural adhesive for wound healing
Land snails and their mucus were used in ancient times by Hippocrates and Pliny to treat pain associated with burns, abscesses and other wounds. Inspired by this ancient therapy, Prof. Wu Mingyi and his team at the Kunming Institute of Botany (KIB) o.....»»
A new understanding of reptile coloration
Snakes and mice don't look alike. But much of what we know about skin coloration and patterning in vertebrates generally, including in snakes, is based on lab mice. However, there are limits to what mice can tell us about other vertebrates because th.....»»
Squid skin inspires novel “liquid windows” for greater energy savings
Bio-inspired system optimizes wavelength, intensity, dispersion of light reaching interiors. Enlarge / Artist's impression of a "liquid window' prototype inspired by the structure of squid skin. (credit: Raphael Kay, Adrian So).....»»
Examining the chemicals involved in insect mating
It's almost Valentine's Day, and love is in the air. Or in the waxy coating on your skin, if you are a vinegar fly. That's where flies encounter pheromones that play an important role in regulating sexual attraction......»»
HomePod mini keeps getting smarter, here’s how to unlock its potential [Video]
When Apple updated the HomePod mini to 16.3, they added the ability to access the long-hidden humidity and temperature sensors concealed within the speakers. The sensors unlock a number of possibilities within HomeKit, including some great smart hom.....»»
This tiny sensor is about to change your phone camera forever
A tiny sensor may soon change the way your phone camera sees color — resulting in more accurate reproduction and skin tones. And it looks mighty impressive......»»
A method to change the mechanical and transport properties of conductive polymers
Conductive polymers, synthetic substances with large molecules that can conduct electricity, can have a broad range of valuable applications. For instance, they have been used to create sensors, light-emitting diodes, photovoltaics and various other.....»»
How to fix GoldenEye 007’s control issues on the Nintendo Switch [Updated]
Hard-to-find system-level customizations enable "dual stick" controls. Enlarge / Screenshots you can hear. Update (5:35 ET pm): As user Cuesport77 points out on Reddit, Nintendo offers a system-level button remapping fu.....»»
Development of the first chip-sized titanium-doped sapphire laser
A team of researchers has developed the first chip-scale titanium-doped sapphire laser—a breakthrough with applications ranging from atomic clocks to quantum computing and spectroscopic sensors......»»
Artificial human skin paves the way to new skin cancer therapy
By using artificial human skin, a research group from the University of Copenhagen have managed to block invasive growth in a skin cancer model......»»
This Shark cordless vacuum is under $150 — who needs Dyson?
Get sparkling clean floors for less this festive season with this Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum deal for under $150. But hurry, this deal's selling fast!.....»»
I can’t believe I’m recommending Forspoken on PS5 over PC
Forspoken's PC port includes additional features over the PS5 version, but you should stick with the console release if you want a smooth experience......»»
Researchers look a dinosaur in its remarkably preserved face
Washed out to sea, a giant beast and its armored skin were left in pristine condition. Enlarge (credit: Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology) Borealopelta mitchelli found its way back into the sunlight in 2017, millions.....»»
The best stick PCs for 2023
The best stick PCs can offer a solid desktop experience within a package that is as small as a thumb drive. Here are some of the best stick PCs in 2023......»»