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Hubble and Webb probe surprisingly smooth disk around Vega

In the 1997 movie "Contact," adapted from Carl Sagan's 1985 novel, the lead character scientist Ellie Arroway (played by actor Jodi Foster) takes a space-alien-built wormhole ride to the star Vega. She emerges inside a snowstorm of debris encircling.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorg15 hr. 35 min. ago

How Superman Helped Launch the Hubble Space Telescope

Long before it orbited Earth, the Hubble Space Telescope starred in a famous Superman comic.....»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated News11 hr. 32 min. ago

Hubble and Webb probe surprisingly smooth disk around Vega

In the 1997 movie "Contact," adapted from Carl Sagan's 1985 novel, the lead character scientist Ellie Arroway (played by actor Jodi Foster) takes a space-alien-built wormhole ride to the star Vega. She emerges inside a snowstorm of debris encircling.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News15 hr. 35 min. ago

Creepy cosmic eyes stare out from space in Webb and Hubble image

In time for Halloween, the Webb and Hubble space telescopes have worked together to image a creepy pair of cosmic eyes......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 31st, 2024

Webb and Hubble examine spooky galaxy pair

Stare deeply at these galaxies. They appear as if blood is pumping through the top of a flesh-free face. The long, ghastly "stare" of their searing eye-like cores shines out into the supreme cosmic darkness......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsOct 31st, 2024

Researchers probe mechanical properties of silicon carbide

New research from the Ateneo de Manila University could pave the way for more durable versions of silicon carbide (SiC), a semiconductive ceramic material found mostly in space that has applications in everything from computer chips to spaceships......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsOct 31st, 2024

Study reveals AI filters" influence on perceived attractiveness

We can use them to alter lighting, smooth out our complexion and even change our hair color, but now researchers have found that AI facial filters, when used in real time, could even have the power to influence who we are attracted to......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 28th, 2024

One of the last floppy disk industries is finally modernizing

The Muni Metro in San Francisco was recently approved for an update that would transition it from a control system using floppy disks to a more modern system......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 28th, 2024

How Your Brain Processes Zero (It’s Not Exactly ‘Nothing’)

What we think about when we think about “zilch” is surprisingly complex, neuroscientists find.....»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated NewsOct 28th, 2024

Fraudsters revive old tactics mixed with modern technology

Threat actors continue to probe the payments ecosystem for vulnerabilities and were successful in conducting fraud schemes affecting multiple financial institutions, technologies, and processes, according to Visa. The resurgence of physical theft Sca.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 28th, 2024

James Webb Space Telescope Captures Cosmic Fingerprint 5,000 Light-Years Away

James Webb Space Telescope Captures Cosmic Fingerprint 5,000 Light-Years Away.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsOct 28th, 2024

Pillars of Creation Seen In 4K Via James Webb Space Telescope

Pillars of Creation Seen In 4K Via James Webb Space Telescope.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsOct 27th, 2024

Study finds "elite" online critics maintain influence even after losing status

When a reviewer loses an "elite" badge on the restaurant review site Yelp, the quality of their reviews declines, but the perceived value of those reviews remains surprisingly high because of how the site displays their status, according to new resea.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 25th, 2024

Apple offers Private Cloud Compute up for a security probe

Apple advised at launch that Private Cloud Compute's security will be inspectable by third parties. On Thursday, it fulfilled its promise.The virtual environment for testing Private Cloud Compute - Image credit: AppleIn July, Apple introduced Apple I.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsOct 24th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro gratitude

Apple Vision Pro is a surprisingly emotional computer. If Apple Watch is Apple’s most personal device, Apple Vision Pro is the company’s most intimate. My take on Apple Vision Pro after a month of regular use is that it’s the ultimate nostal.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsOct 24th, 2024

The Jackbox Survey Scramble will turn your game night into Family Feud

Jackbox's latest game is all about the joys of filling out surveys, and it's surprisingly more thrilling than that sounds.,.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 24th, 2024

How to use the new text effects in Messages on iPhone with iOS 18

Apple's iOS 18 software update brought plenty of new features, including to the Messages app. The addition of cool new text effects gives iPhone owners new ways to communicate and they're surprisingly easy to use.Text effects offer the option to anim.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsOct 24th, 2024

Apple and Goldman Sachs fined over $89 million for ‘Apple Card failures’

Apple and Goldman Sachs have officially been hit with over $89 million in fines due to “Apple Card failures.” The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced the ruling today after a multi-year probe into Apple Card. While it was initially.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsOct 23rd, 2024

TSMC says it reported itself to US govt; Apple chip production may be at risk [U]

The US Commerce Department is carrying out an investigation into whether Apple chipmaker TSMC breached US sanctions against China by supplying smartphone and AI chips to Huawei. The probe was in part driven by Huawei’s surprising ability to resume.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsOct 22nd, 2024

US TSMC probe puts iPhone chips at risk

A US Commerce Department investigation into a possible sanctions breach by TSMC could spell trouble for Apple, as its chip partner could face penalties that ultimately harm production of iPhone and Mac chips.A TSMC factory sign - Image credit: TSMCTh.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsOct 22nd, 2024

TSMC alerts U.S. to possible AI chip sanctions breach by Huawei

TSMC has advised the U.S. that there was an attempt by Huawei to violate sanctions against China restricting the export of AI chips to China, as the probe that could affect Apple chip production rolls on.Dies on wafers - Image credit: TSMCThe United.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsOct 22nd, 2024