May the odds be in your favor: Relatedness and size interact in shaping poison frog tadpole cannibal aggression
Cannibalism is common throughout the animal kingdom. It can be strange to think about real life "battle-royales" playing out in nature such that many individuals enter and only a few emerge victorious, but in the tropics we observe exactly that. Acco.....»»
New tomato, potato family tree shows that fruit color and size evolved together
Fruits of Solanum plants, a group in the nightshade family, are incredibly diverse, ranging from sizable red tomatoes and purple eggplants to the poisonous green berries on potato plants. A new and improved family tree of this group, produced by an i.....»»
New insights into how cell shape influences protein transport rates
When a cell spreads out or changes its shape to adapt to its environment, the transport rate of proteins between the nucleus and cytoplasm changes. Previously, scientists assumed this change was caused by a shift in the size of the nuclear envelope's.....»»
Insecticides contribute to drop in butterfly species across US MidWest: Study
Insecticide use is a major factor causing a decrease in the size and diversity of butterfly populations across the US Midwest, reports Braeden Van Deynze of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and colleagues in a study published June 20 in.....»»
iOS 18 changes just about everything about lock screen controls
Ditch the flashlight and camera icons on the lock screen in favor of something more practical, thanks to Apple's changes in iOS 18.Customizable lock screen icons in iOS 18For quite some time, iPhone users have been able to trigger the flashlight and.....»»
How glacier algae are challenging the way we think about evolution
People often underestimate tiny beings. But microscopic algal cells not only evolved to thrive in one of the most extreme habitats on Earth—glaciers—but are also shaping them......»»
Scientists unearth stingrays" heavy lifting role in estuaries
A new study has uncovered the significant role stingrays play in shaping estuaries, revealing threatened stingrays in Brisbane Water may move more than 21,000 tonnes of sand per year......»»
Kuo: Apple Watch Series 10 to feature larger display and thinner chassis, approaching Ultra screen size
In his latest note, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo wrote that he believes the upcoming Apple Watch Series 10 will feature a thinner chassis and a larger display, compared to . What is perhaps most surprising is just how much bigger Kuo believes the screens are.....»»
Reports: Apple is halting its next high-end Vision in favor of something cheaper
Finding a lower-price replacement for its high-end displays could be difficult. Enlarge (credit: Samuel Axon) A report by tech news site The Information suggests that Apple is shifting its augmented reality priorities. T.....»»
Apple Vision Pro sequel stalls as work on cheaper consumer headset continues
Apple's follow-up to the Apple Vision Pro may not be a high-end model, with work allegedly halted on the premium replacement in favor of a cheaper alternative.Apple Vision ProHalf a year after the release of the Apple Vision Pro, Apple is considering.....»»
Sony Xperia 1 VII could come with larger camera sensors
The latest rumors are suggesting that Sony could increase the sensor size of its next flagship phone, the Xperia 1 VII. The post Sony Xperia 1 VII could come with larger camera sensors appeared first on Phandroid. A couple of months ago, S.....»»
Extended maternal care is a central factor to animal and human longevity, modeling study suggests
The relationship between mother and child may offer clues to the mystery of why humans live longer lives than expected for their size—and shed new light on what it means to be human......»»
UAW workers at GM battery plant joint venture in Ohio ratify contract deal
UAW members at Ultium Cells in Lordstown, Ohio, voted 98 percent in favor of ratifying a contract that increases worker wages and improves health and safety measures......»»
Apple Pay Later is getting killed in favor of third-party loan integration
Apple has announced that it will be ending its Apple Pay Later program, roughly one year after it launched it.Apple Pay LaterInitially launched in October 2023, Apple Pay Later was Apple's stab at offering Apple users a short-term financing solution.....»»
Apple Watch Series 10 to be thinner and have larger screen size
Apple Watch Series 10 to be thinner and have larger screen size.....»»
The RTX 4090 has finally met its match
How do you fit the RTX 4090 inside a case the size of a toaster? I found out when trying to build inside of the Fractal Terra......»»
Ultracompact and high-efficiency liquid-crystal-on-silicon light engines for augmented reality glasses
Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are innovative display technologies with the ability to revolutionize the way we interact and experience the world......»»
Shadow of the Erdtree: Pre-Load & Download Size Info & Tips
Shadow of the Erdtree’s release is close and that means Xbox, PlayStation, and PC users will soon able to download the DLC. As expected, the game requires a very sizable chunk of free space. FromSoftware’s first, and potentially last, Eld.....»»
High-precision measurements challenge our understanding of Cepheids
"Classical Cepheids" are a type of pulsating star that rhythmically brighten and dim over time. These pulsations help astronomers measure vast distances across space, which makes Cepheids crucial "standard candles" that help us understand the size an.....»»
Eye Tracking lets you navigate iOS 18 without touching your iPhone
Apple's Eye Tracking tech offers a new way for iPhone and iPad owners to interact with their devices. The first appearance in iOS 18 demonstrates how powerful it can be to some users.Eye Tracking in Settings for iOS 18In May, Apple revealed some of t.....»»
UAW members authorize strike at BMW regional distribution center
The UAW voted 99 percent in favor of authorizing a strike at the Nazareth, Pa., regional distribution center. Negotiations are ongoing, and the contract is set to expire June 30......»»