Novel X-ray lens facilitates glimpse into the nanoworld
Paul Scherrer Institute scientists have developed a ground-breaking achromatic lens for X-rays. This allows the X-ray beams to be accurately focused on a single point even if they have different wavelengths. The new lens will make it much easier to s.....»»
New data, same appearance for M87*
Nearly five years ago, a globe-spanning team of astronomers gave the world its first-ever glimpse of a black hole. Now the team has validated both their original findings and our understanding of black holes with a new image of the supermassive black.....»»
You might not need prescription lens inserts for future Apple Vision products
Vision Pro isn’t large enough to accommodate eyeglasses, so wearers will need prescription lens inserts instead. But that might not always be the case: A new Apple patent describes a way to electrically adjust the displays to suit your vision. T.....»»
After Apple Vision Pro, an "Apple Ring" may be next
Samsung has made it clear that they are shipping a smart ring in the near future. Apple has been considering the concept for almost a decade. Here's how we know, and a glimpse of what they may have planned.An Oura smart ringDuring Samsung's Unpacked.....»»
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra cameras: everything you need to know
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra's cameras suite sees a new 50MP 5x telephoto camera replace the 10x lens, and whole lot of AI......»»
Can technology clean up our air? An atmospheric scientist got a glimpse of the future
Every few years I visit CES (formerly the Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas, a goliath event that is equal parts shameless spin and publicity, trade show and business conference. I'm an atmospheric scientist, and I want to get some insight into.....»»
Samsung Galaxy S24 could be borrowing a Google AI feature
One of the AI features of the Samsung Galaxy S24 could be using Google Lens technology to help users search for items on their screen. The post Samsung Galaxy S24 could be borrowing a Google AI feature appeared first on Phandroid. Samsung.....»»
iPhone 15 Pro Max will still be the best-selling model in early 2024, says Kuo
The iPhone 15 Pro Max will still be the highest-selling iPhone model in the first half of 2024, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, with its special telephoto lens being highly profitable to supply chain partner Largan.iPhone 15 Pro Max camerasThe pre.....»»
How human activity facilitates invasive plants" colonization in Mediterranean ecosystems
Some invasive plants can form persistent banks of seeds that remain under the soil for years, and this makes their eradication practically impossible. Over time, this invisible population of large quantities of living, buried plants—in seed form—.....»»
Gunnar"s new "Clear Pro" glasses will protect your eyes from blue light
Gunnar Optiks, a pioneer in blue light-blocking technology, has announced its latest innovations at CES 2024, including a new lens material and several new eyewear collections.Overwatch D.Va Tokki from the Blizzard x Gunnar collectionThe Mineral Glas.....»»
Prescription lenses for Apple Vision Pro are cheaper than expected
Apple has announced two lens families for its forthcoming Apple Vision Pro, a Reader option and full Zeiss prescription lenses, both for considerably less than predicted.A Zeiss optical insert lens, at least similar to the ones being prepared for Vis.....»»
Nanostructured flat lens uses machine learning to "see" more clearly, while using less power
A front-end lens, or meta-imager, created at Vanderbilt University can potentially replace traditional imaging optics in machine-vision applications, producing images at higher speed and using less power......»»
You Asked: Blu-ray players, 70-inch TVs, and MLA QD-OLEDs
More of your questions, answered. Are all Blu-ray players created equal? Will there ever be Micro-Lens Array QD-OLEDs? And what's up with eARC HDMI 2.1?.....»»
First pulsar detected in globular cluster GLIMPSE-C01
Using the Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array (VLA), astronomers have discovered a millisecond pulsar in the globular cluster GLIMPSE-C01 as part of the VLA Low-band Ionosphere and Transient Experiment (VLITE). This is the first pulsar ever detected in t.....»»
Creation of a climate adapted urban oasis through the hyperlocal lens—Palm Springs Downtown Park in California, USA
Palm Springs Downtown Park is an inviting 1.5-acre urban oasis for residents and visitors to Palm Springs, a design-forward desert destination nestled along the base of the San Jacinto Mountains along the southwestern boundary of the Coachella Valley.....»»
Best Canon camera deals: Save on camera bodies and accessories
If you want a Canon camera, or a lens to go with it, these are the deals you should shop for discounts......»»
PAX Unplugged 2023: How indie devs build and sell board games and RPGs
Tabletop is bigger than ever. What's it like trying to get your game out there? Enlarge / Given only this sign, and a glimpse of some pieces, a constant stream of playtesters stopped by to check out what was then called Corporate.....»»
PAX Unplugged 2023: How indie devs build and sell new board games
Tabletop is bigger than ever. What's it like trying to get your game out there? Enlarge / Given only this sign, and a glimpse of some pieces, a constant stream of playtesters stopped by to check out what was then called Corporate.....»»
Apple rumored to upgrade iPhone 16 Pro ultra-wide lens to 48MP
The iPhone 16 Pro could offer even more photographic upgrades in hardware, with a leaker claiming Apple will include a second 48-megapixel sensor in its triple-camera setup.Apple's 2023 iPhone 15 Pro launches mixed a 48-megapixel main camera sensor a.....»»
Moment debuts new T-Series 75mm macro lens for iPhone 15
Moment today is expanding its lineup of iPhone and Android smartphone lenses with a new macro offering. Delivering even more detailed close-up shots from your handset, the new Moment 75mm Macro Mobile Lens more….....»»
An unexpected company just raised the bar for smartphone cameras
Tecno, which makes desirable phones on a budget, is taking a new approach to variable aperture and liquid lens tech for smartphone cameras......»»