Plasma heating efficiency in fusion devices boosted by metal screens
Heating plasma to the ultra-high temperatures needed for fusion reactions requires more than turning the dial on a thermostat. Scientists consider multiple methods, one of which involves injecting electromagnetic waves into the plasma, the same proce.....»»
Dangbei Atom Projector review: Big picture, small projector
The Atom is a small yet mighty projector with great portability and ease of use.Dangbei Atom Projector reviewProjectors are inherently space-saving devices and are great to have in dorms, apartments, and other smaller living spaces. Mounting a TV is.....»»
The MacBook Pro Touch Bar is being revived
This Kickstarter project is bring back the Apple Touch Bar -- but this time it works with a whole range of devices and is at least ten times more customisable......»»
Poplar tree study discovers a photosynthesis gene that boosts plant height
A team of scientists have identified a gene in poplar trees that enhances photosynthesis and can boost tree height. The study, "An orphan gene BOOSTER enhances photosynthetic efficiency and plant productivity," is published in Developmental Cell, and.....»»
Apple wants to cram sensors for everything into Apple Vision Pro
We've already got Face ID sensors and a bunch of health sensors in the Apple Watch, but future Apple devices including the Apple Vision Pro will have many more measuring devices, including one for analyzing breathing through your nose. Here's what el.....»»
Researchers find a way to make 3D printed pea gels hold their shape better, strengthening potential for use as food
Using plasma, the stuff of the universe, University of Alberta researchers have improved the 3D printability of a valuable plant protein for use in food. The study is published in the journal Food Bioscience......»»
How two apps are turning smartphones into navigation devices for the blind
A team of researchers has built two apps that only need the sensors fitted inside a phone to help blind people navigate buildings. Here's how they work......»»
Cyber Monday Sonos deals: Discounts on the Era 100, Arc, and more
The Sonos Era and Sonos Arc are just two of the renowned audio company’s awesome devices, and you’ll be able to buy both at discounted prices for Cyber Monday......»»
Coinbase Onboard adds Apple Pay for crypto purchases in third-party apps
Coinbase has added Apple Pay support to its Onramp payment feature for third-party apps, making it easier for iPhone owners to buy cryptocurrency from their devices.Image credit: CoinbaseCoinbase Onramp is a tool for app developers that helps them en.....»»
HomePass 2 launches, more new Matter devices, & our new go-to travel charger on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we cover a surprising amount of news for a holiday week including new leaks and new Matter products.HomeKit Insider PodcastOne of our most oft-recommended apps, HomePass, was updated to version 2 this p.....»»
Hidden DNA in plants reveals secrets of photosynthesis
Scientists have uncovered genetic variation in the unexplored DNA of the photosynthetic and energy factories of Arabidopsis plants, which plays a crucial role in the efficiency of photosynthesis in plants. These insights—published Nov. 27 in the Pr.....»»
Hexagons of hexagonal boron nitride join up to form 2D insulator for next-gen electronic devices
A method that can grow a useful insulating material into exceptionally high-quality films that are just one atom thick and are suitable for industrial-scale production has been developed by an international team led by Xixiang Zhang from KAUST......»»
Tip pressure might work in the moment, but customers are less likely to return
Have you ever hesitated at the register, uncomfortable as an employee watched you choose a tip? It's not just you. The rise of digital tipping systems—from point-of-sale devices held by employees to countertop screens that clearly display your sele.....»»
Security Bite: Mosyle identifies new malware loaders written in unconventional languages [Exclusive]
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Ap.....»»
Apple @ Work: What happens when you trade in an old Apple product? Inside Assurant’s new facility to save devices from landfills
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & pr.....»»
The best item tracker for Apple devices is on sale for Cyber Monday
If you're an Apple user who constantly misplaces items like me, then you need to jump on this AirTag Cyber Monday deal......»»
Apple Cyber Monday Deal: 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 (24GB RAM, 1TB) dips to $1,799
Apple Cyber Monday deals are heating up on the brand-new M4 14-inch MacBook Pro, with the upgraded 1TB model with 24GB RAM dropping to $1,799.Get a loaded M4 MacBook Pro for $1,799 for Cyber Monday.Save $200 on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M4.....»»
Next James Bond: 5 actors who should play 007
Who will be the next actor to play James Bond? With the search heating up, here are five actors to consider for the next 007......»»
Code found online exploits LogoFAIL to install Bootkitty Linux backdoor
Unearthed sample likely works against Linux devices from Acer, HP, Fujitsu, and Lenovo. Researchers have discovered malicious code circulating in the wild that hijacks the earlie.....»»
A rising tide of e-waste, made worse by AI, threatens health, the environment and the economy
Our growing reliance on technology at home and in the workplace has raised the profile of e-waste. This consists of discarded electrical devices including laptops, smartphones, televisions, computer servers, washing machines, medical equipment, games.....»»
Bio-inspired droplet-based systems herald a new era in biocompatible devices
Oxford University researchers have made a significant step toward realizing a form of "biological electricity" that could be used in a variety of bioengineering and biomedical applications, including communication with living human cells. The work wa.....»»