Performance fiber with color-changing coating makes mechanical stress visible
High-performance fibers that have been exposed to high temperatures usually lose their mechanical properties undetected and, in the worst case, can tear precisely when lives depend on them. For example, safety ropes used by fire brigades or suspensio.....»»
Hands-on with midnight AirPods Max with USB-C
Say what you will about AirPods Max falling behind AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 in terms of software features, but the sonic performance of Apple’s wireless over-ear headphones remains unmatched. As much as I adore AirPods Pro 2 for their peak earbu.....»»
GoPro launches ultralight, affordable Hero 4K Camera for $199
GoPro's ultralight Hero offers 4K video, 12MP photos, and a waterproof design for just $199. It's ideal for adventurers seeking performance on a budget......»»
Google (probably) made your internet faster
A new report shows that when Google Fiber enters a market, it boosts overall internet speeds for all providers, driving competitors to enhance their services......»»
OpenAI unveils major ChatGPT redesign with new ‘Canvas’ interface for writers and coders
OpenAI announced a new design interface called 'canvas,' which makes it easier for users to revise writing and coding projects. Here's what it looks like. OpenAI is changing up ChatGPT's interface to look more like a digital notepad for project.....»»
How to view the Northern Lights in the U.S. this weekend
The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, will be visible this weekend in the U.S. Here's how to get the best view. The Northern Lights are set to make another appearance over the next few days, bathing the sky over the U.S.-Canadian border in a.....»»
iOS 18.0.1 now available for iPhone, here’s what’s new
As expected, Apple is now rolling out iOS 18.0.1 to iPhone users. This update comes three weeks after iOS 18 was released to the general public. The update includes key bug fixes for iPhone users affecting the camera, Messages, performance, and more......»»
iOS 18.0.1 fixes security issues affecting iPhone microphone and Passwords app
In addition to a handful of notable bug fixes and performance improvements, today’s iOS 18.0.1 and iPadOS 18.0.1 updates also include a pair of important security fixes. Apple says that the updates include a fix for microphone access on the iPhone.....»»
Asus pits AMD’s performance against Intel’s efficiency
The Asus ProArt PX13 was one of the first with AMD's Ryzen AI 9 chipsets, and goes up against the Asus Zenbook S 14 with Intel's Lunar Lake. Which is better?.....»»
Apple M4 chip: specs, performance, and when we expect to see them in Macs
Here's everything we know so far about Apple M4, the company's next generation of in-house silicon......»»
Mathematicians and climate researchers build new models for understanding polar sea ice
Polar sea ice is ever-changing. It shrinks, expands, moves, breaks apart, reforms in response to changing seasons, and rapid climate change. It is far from a homogenous layer of frozen water on the ocean's surface, but rather a dynamic mix of water a.....»»
South America treated to rare "ring of fire" eclipse
Skygazers on the tip of South America were treated Wednesday to a spectacular "ring of fire" solar eclipse that was visible from Chile's Easter Island before heading to mainland Patagonia......»»
Report: Global drought threatens food supplies and energy production
In July 2024, global temperatures reached unprecedented levels, breaking historical records with an average of 17.16°C. This extreme heat has led soil water to evaporate, leaving the vegetation and biodiversity more fragile and under stress in many.....»»
Titan Submersible Hearings Spotlight Multiple Issues With Its Carbon Fiber Hull
Testimony identifies manufacturing defects and problems following an earlier dive and reveals that OceanGate conducted no testing or remedial work despite concerns with the hull......»»
Unraveling the mystery of dormancy in food pathogens for more effective elimination
Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that causes listeriosis, a serious disease, can go into dormancy when confronted with environmental stress, for example in the presence of detergents or in water devoid of nutrients. It then becomes undetectable by.....»»
Study traces wild cat eye color diversity to ancient ancestor
Fans of Clementine, the cat who recently captivated TikTok with her rare eye color, should take note. The piercing golden gaze of cheetahs, the striking blue stare of snow leopards, and the luminous green glare of leopards are all traits that can be.....»»
Iron nuggets in the Pinnacles unlock secrets of ancient and future climates
Small iron-rich formations found within Western Australia's Pinnacles, which are part of the world's largest wind-blown limestone belt spanning more than 1,000km, have provided new insights into Earth's ancient climate and changing landscape......»»
Color, color everywhere—mother nature shares a mosaic of bright colors this fall in New England
Cool, crisp weather can trigger the urge to get out and go leaf peeping and this year could be a particularly good year to hit the road and admire New England's spectacular foliage season. According to Steve Roberge, Extension forestry specialist and.....»»
Cybersecurity hiring slows, pros’ stress levels rise
66% of cybersecurity professionals say their role is more stressful now than it was five years ago, according to ISACA. Major contributors to rising stress levels among cybersecurity professionals According to the data, the top reasons for increased.....»»
Enhancing firewall management with automation tools
In this Help Net Security interview, Raymond Brancato, CEO at Tufin, discusses the considerations organizations must weigh when selecting a next-generation firewall to effectively balance security needs with network performance. What factors should o.....»»
Election polling methods constantly changing and improving, expert says
With the presidential election just five weeks away, the only thing predictable about the campaign season is the daily churn of United States electorate polls......»»