Pit bulls went from America"s best friend to public enemy—now they"re slowly coming full circle
As recently as 50 years ago, the pit bull was America's favorite dog. Pit bulls were everywhere. They were popular in advertising and used to promote the joys of pet-and-human friendship. Nipper on the RCA Victor label, Pete the Pup in the "Our Gang".....»»
iOS 18.2’s Notes app gets three powerful Apple Intelligence upgrades
The second wave of Apple Intelligence features is coming soon, and it’s a huge upgrade—including for Apple Notes users. iOS 18 already packed a strong Notes update, but next month iOS 18.2 will bring three key AI improvements to Notes. Here’s w.....»»
Save up to 60% on Steelseries’ Stratus Plus Controller!
The Stratus+ lets you clip your phone on the controller for a full handheld experience. The post Save up to 60% on Steelseries’ Stratus Plus Controller! appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re looking for a wireless controller t.....»»
NRO chief: “You can’t hide” from our new swarm of SpaceX-built spy satellites
"A satellite is always coming over an area within a given reasonable amount of time." The director of the National Reconnaissance Office has a message for US adversaries around th.....»»
Hogwarts Legacy 2: everything we know so far
Get your wands ready for another magical adventure. Hogwarts Legacy 2 is coming and we will fill you in on all the details about your next trip to Hogwarts......»»
Professor-turned-welder shares her experience in the trade
Although I have a good gig as a full professor at Iowa State University, I've daydreamed about learning a trade—something that required both my mind and my hands......»»
How project governance helps navigate public-private "coopetition" tensions
The Ariane 6 project, Europe's new space launcher, is in the headlines as the European Space Agency (ESA) and ArianeGroup push for its first launch in 2024. This high-profile initiative has faced delays, but it remains a cornerstone of European ambit.....»»
African countries shouldn"t have to borrow money to fix climate damage they never caused, says economist
As we approach the global annual climate change conference, COP29, the need for increased public finance from the global north to address climate adaptation in Africa has become more urgent than ever......»»
Sending photos via RCS is about to get better in Google Messages
You'll soon be able to send full-resolution, max-quality photos to friends and family through Google Messages......»»
A human topological insulator: Researchers use choreographed dance to explain quantum materials
Science can be difficult to explain to the public. In fact, any subfield of science can be difficult to explain to another scientist who studies in a different area. Explaining a theoretical science concept to high school students requires a new way.....»»
The "27 Club" isn"t true, but it is real—a sociologist explains why myths endure and how they shape reality
There's a certain allure to the notion that some of the world's brightest stars burn out at the age of 27. The so-called 27 Club has captivated the public imagination for half a century. Its members include legendary musicians Jimi Hendrix, Janis Jop.....»»
B&H launches holiday deals on Apple with discounts up to $600 off
The official holiday 2024 sale at B&H provides bargain hunters with steep savings on MacBooks, desktop Macs, podcasting gear and more.Save hundreds on Apple & more - Image credit: AppleYou can view the full selection of over 100 Apple deals at B&H on.....»»
iOS 18.2 beta 2: Every new feature and change
iOS 18.2 beta 2 was released for developers today, and it includes several notable changes for iPhone users. There are upgrades to Find My, changes to the iPhone 16’s Camera Control, and more. Head below for a full roundup of everything new. mo.....»»
tvOS 18.2 adds support for 21:9 and other aspect ratios to Apple TV
When Apple announced tvOS 18 at WWDC in June, the company teased some new features that wouldn’t be available in the first release. One of them is support for different aspect ratios on , which is now coming with the tvOS 18.2 update. more….....»»
GM really wants you to believe you’re better off without CarPlay
We’re coming up on two years since GM announced its decision to ditch CarPlay on all of its EVs. By all measures, the transition got off to an incredibly rocky start with its 2024 model year cars. The Chevy Blazer EV, for example, suffered from a s.....»»
Apple stops signing iOS 18.0.1, no longer allowing downgrades from 18.1
A week after releasing iOS 18.1 to the public, Apple has now stopped signing iOS 18.0.1. For iPhone and iPad users, this means that they can no longer downgrade to a previous version of the operating system. more….....»»
The Trek Checkpoint SL 7 AXS Gen 3 may be the perfect gravel bike
Trek's updated adventure-focused gravel bike is fun no matter where you ride it. As I followed a friend down a flow-y, undulating single-track trail, I started laughing. Unlike my.....»»
Despite democracy concerns, researchers find Americans very interested in election
A nationally representative survey of U.S. adults finds a public highly attuned to the 2024 election campaign. Researchers at the University of South Florida's Center for Sustainable Democracy, in partnership with researchers at Rutgers University, t.....»»
iOS 18.2 beta 2 adds focus and exposure lock to Camera Control on iPhone 16
When Apple announced the in September, the company showcased some of the capabilities of the new Camera Control – including the ability to switch between camera modes and swipe to zoom. But there was one feature missing, and it’s now coming with.....»»
Guns, militia and social media amplify the risks of political violence during the US election
Political violence is hardly new to America. Since the country's inception, gunmen have shaped its political landscape, from the Civil War to the Ku Klux Klan, to high-profile assassinations and the bombing of federal buildings. Yet the threat of pol.....»»
Peloton Gains as Bank of America Turns Bullish on Profit Outlook, New CEO
Peloton Gains as Bank of America Turns Bullish on Profit Outlook, New CEO.....»»