Mechanical keyboard switches: Here’s everything you need to know
Mechanical keyboard switches are all a little different, changing how your keyboard feels, sounds, and behaves. Here's what you need to know before choosing......»»
Confession: even with the best gaming hardware, I still suck
It turns out that even with one of the fastest gaming PCs ever made, a fast mouse, a faster keyboard, and anti-lag technology, I'm still terrible at shooters......»»
I used a $28 mechanical keyboard for a month—maybe you should, too
The best budget mechanical keyboard I've ever used. Enlarge (credit: Scharon Harding) When I tell people I prefer using mechanical keyboards, I often hear that they're too expensive. Even people in tech circles have tol.....»»
Soft, living materials made with algae glow under stress
A team of researchers led by the University of California San Diego has developed soft yet durable materials that glow in response to mechanical stress, such as compression, stretching or twisting. The materials derive their luminescence from single-.....»»
Researchers demonstrate a high-speed electrical readout method for graphene nanodevices
Graphene is well-known for its high electrical conductivity, mechanical strength, and flexibility. Stacking two layers of graphene with atomic layer thickness produces bilayer graphene, which possesses excellent electrical, mechanical, and optical pr.....»»
A change in rigidity switches the function of protein condensates involved in sensing touch
Touch plays a fundamental role in our physical, emotional, and social well-being. From a primary way of conveying emotions to sensory integration, it is crucial for the complex growth of cognitive, emotional, social, and behavioral abilities especial.....»»
Apple says iOS 17.1 makes keyboard snappier, fixes bug that could cause image retention on iPhone
Apple on Tuesday released iOS 17.1 RC (Release Candidate) to both developers and beta testers. The update brings some new features, including AirDrop over the internet and new options for Apple Music users. But according to Apple, the update also mak.....»»
Drop"s new tenkeyless mechanical keyboard redefines customization
Keyboard company Drop has introduced a new tenkeyless mechanical keyboard that takes customization to a new level with magnetic case covers.Drop has unveiled a new customizable mechanical keyboardThe CSTM80 is the first keyboard in the company's CSTM.....»»
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 with Keyboard just got a big discount
The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 with a keyboard cover, which allows it to switch from tablet to laptop, is on sale from Best Buy for $1,100 after a $440 discount......»»
Real-time visualization of plant-plant communications through airborne volatiles
Plants emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the atmosphere upon mechanical damages or insect attacks. Undamaged neighboring plants sense the released VOCs as danger cues to activate defense responses against upcoming threats. This phenomenon o.....»»
A self-wrinkling coating for impact resistance and mechanical enhancement
Polymer coating is widely used as a protective layer in various fields such as surface anti-corrosion, anti-penetration and anti-impact. How to enhance the mechanical properties of coatings such as impact resistance is important but challenging, unde.....»»
T-Mobile switches users to pricier plans and tells them it’s not a price hike
T-Mobile: "We are not raising the price... we are moving you to a newer plan." Enlarge / A T-Mobile store on April 3, 2020, in Zutphen, Netherlands. T-Mobile is moving people to newer, more expensive plans starting with.....»»
Loog’s clever new instrument looks like a keyboard but sounds like the real thing
The Loog Piano may be a fun, kid-size instrument, but that doesn’t mean it should look or sound like one. In 2010, Rafael Atijas set out to reimagine the kids’ guitar by making it fun, approachable, and appropriately sized for children.....»»
Logitech unveils Wave Keys wireless ergonomic keyboard
Logitech is announcing a new wireless ergonomic keyboard, Wave Keys — the latest addition to its portfolio of ergonomic products. The new keyboard features a signature wave design for familiar and more comfortable typing, as well as a compact l.....»»
Logitech Wave Keys is a new ergonomic keyboard that works great with the Mac
On Wednesday, Logitech announced Wave Keys, its new ergonomic wireless keyboard designed to suit those who need maximum comfort at the desk. With an intriguing design reminiscent of a wave, the Wave Keys keyboard makes typing more comfortable. And th.....»»
100+ gaming keyboard prices slashed in Best Buy’s Prime rival sale
With so many great Prime Day deals going around, we aren't surprised to see a lot of great deals from Best Buy on keyboards, from gaming to DIY......»»
Corsair’s new gaming keyboard beats my $200 flagship
Corsair's K70 Core is a mainstream gaming keyboard that brings previously high-end features down to an affordable price......»»
Feature request: Let me snapshot my smart home to auto-create a scene
The vast majority of my smart home control comprises asking Siri to activate a scene – or having one automatically triggered by a time or event. For example, when going to bed, a single command switches on low lighting in the bedroom while switchin.....»»
18 classic viral videos that will always be hilarious
From the 'Falling Grape Lady' to 'Keyboard Cat' take a look at some of the most iconic viral videos that will forever be funny. It’s Viral Market Crash week on Mashable. Join us as we take stock of the viral economy and investigate how th.....»»
An important step towards a novel method for early cancer diagnosis
Changes in the mechanical properties of cells are among the earliest signs of development of a cancer. Until now, one of the major obstacles to the use of mechanics in cancer diagnosis has been the lack of a standardized measurement procedure that wo.....»»
How new plant cell walls change their mechanical properties after cell division
Scientists have revealed new plant cell walls can have significantly different mechanical properties compared to surrounding parental cell walls, enabling cells to change their local shape and influence the growth of plant organs......»»