Plastic Polymer Cables That Rival Fiber Optics
MIT scientists demonstrate a hair-like plastic polymer cable that can transmit data 10 times as fast as USB How fast does data flow? The answer: not fast enough. The search for more efficient data-transfer solutions to meet the ever-increasing.....»»
BMW extends lead over perennial rival Mercedes-Benz in Q3
Mercedes cited a model changeover and parts shortage for its Q3 sales drop. But one retailer said EVs with high sticker prices are a drag on market share growth......»»
Researchers publish first harmonized exposure protocol for ecotoxicity testing of micro- and nano-plastics
Plastic pollution has become a significant environmental and human health issue at a global scale. Yet despite increasing concern over the harmful effects of micro- and nano-plastics (MNPs), no harmonized guidelines or protocols for their ecotoxicity.....»»
This popular 2-in-1 laptop is $200 off in Dell’s rival Prime Day sale
The popular and versatile Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 laptop, which is originally priced at $700, is on sale from Dell's Prime Day deals for a more affordable $500......»»
Video shows an iMac G3 that was modified with a touchscreen back in 1999
The iconic iMac G3 was announced by Steve Jobs almost 26 years ago, on May 6, 1998. For its time, the iMac was considered a revolution in industrial design with its all-in-one construction in translucent plastic. It also ditched technologies like ser.....»»
The best October Prime Day laser printer deals happening now
Get a laser printer for your home office or business for cheap through the Prime Day deals in October, not just from Amazon but also from its rival retailers......»»
Waymo reveals big expansion of robotaxi service in San Francisco
While autonomous car company Waymo expands its robotaxi service in San Francisco, rival firm Cruise faces ongoing challenges with its own efforts......»»
Tesla prices now rival average U.S. cars after billions in cuts
Tesla’s top-selling electric vehicles now compete directly with gasoline cars on price after the latest round of price reductions. The lower prices could cost the company $1.2 billion a year......»»
Threads leak teases a trending topics feature
An accidentally leaked screenshot has revealed what appears to be a trending topics interface for Threads, Meta's Twitter/X rival. It looks as though Threads might finally get a trending topics feature, strengthening the siren call of Meta's Tw.....»»
Get two 3-in-1 Apple device chargers for just $25
Charge your iPhone, AirPods, and iPad at the same time with this 2-pack of charging cables for $24.99. TL;DR: As of October 9, get this 3-in-1 Apple Watch, AirPods & iPhone Charging Cable (White/2-Pack) for only $24.99 — that's 64% off.En.....»»
Scientists upcycle polyesters through new waste-free, scalable process
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have developed a new chemical process which upcycles polyesters, including PET in plastic bottles, to morpholine amide, a versatile and valuable building block for synthesizing a vast range of compounds......»»
The best October Prime Day smart lock deals we’ve found so far
Protect your home and your family with a smart lock, which you can buy with a discount through the returning Prime Day deals from Amazon and rival retailers......»»
Lithia Motors looks closer to Pendragon acquisition
Lithia Motors' increased offer to acquire the dealership and fleet businesses of Pendragon could bring more long-term value to shareholders of the large U.K. auto retailer vs. a rival auto retailer's preliminary proposal, one analyst said......»»
Chemists obtain derivatives of the natural polymer chitosan, which outpace existing antibiotics
RUDN University chemists and colleagues from Belarus obtained derivatives of the natural polymer chitosan, which exceeded existing antibiotics in antibacterial activity. Moreover, the new substances are non-toxic, and the production method is safe. T.....»»
Machine learning reveals how to dissolve polymeric materials in organic solvents
Dissolving polymers with organic solvents is the essential process in the research and development of polymeric materials, including polymer synthesis, refining, painting, and coating. Now more than ever recycling plastic waste is a particularly impe.....»»
Microplastics in the mud: Finnish lake sediments help us get to the bottom of plastic pollution
The sun is shining, and air feels surprisingly warm when we walk on a 35cm ice that covers a frozen lake in central Finland. The heavy sledges move nicely, because there is not much snow on the ice today. The journey isn't far either, as we're by the.....»»
The "plastic paradox": Some clean-up technologies do more harm than good, researchers say
The ever-increasing problem of plastic pollution has prompted widespread efforts to combat it through innovative clean-up technologies. These advancements, however, often seen as the silver bullet to solve our plastic crisis, sometimes do more harm t.....»»
New single-use plastic ban takes effect in England. Here"s why its impact may be limited
Single-use plastic and packaging has become an essential part of our lives. In the UK, households collectively throw away an estimated 100 billion pieces of plastic packaging each year......»»
Scientists develop model to predict and simulate microplastic transport in South Australian waters
Australia has a big problem with plastic waste, with millions of tons of household and industrial plastics breaking down in landfill, rivers and the sea every year......»»
Daily deals Oct. 3: $750 off 16" MacBook Pro, iPad 9th Generation $269, 22% off Kindle Scribe, more
Today's top deals include an Echo Show 5 for $40, 26% off a Zonefoker iPad case, a 10-pack iPhone charging lightning cables for $13, 35% off an Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet, 50% off a eufy Security SmartDrop, and more.Save $750 on an M1 MacBook ProThe A.....»»
TikTok is considering offering an ad-free subscription to keep up with rival platforms
Code found within the TikTok app suggests that the popular video-sharing website may roll out a new ad-free monthly subscription plan.TikTok, known for popularizing short-format video content on social media, is preparing to begin testing a monthly s.....»»