PREX, CREX, and nuclear models: The plot thickens
A team of theorists has extended their previous critical analysis of the Lead Radius Experiment (PREX). The experiment involved deducing the neutron size of a lead atom's nucleus by measuring a tiny left-right asymmetry in electron scattering off lea.....»»
JLR, Chery Freelander revival solves problem with China plant
JLR’s Chinese partner, Chery, will build a family of Freelander-branded electrified models at the automakers’ joint venture plant in Changshu......»»
Biased and hallucinatory AI models can produce inequitable results
Biased and hallucinatory AI models can produce inequitable results.....»»
iPhone 17 lineup expected to boost sales with ‘Slim’ model, camera upgrades, and more
We’re probably only a month away from the announcement of the iPhone 16, but rumors suggest that this year’s models won’t bring significant upgrades when compared to the . iPhone sales have been slowing down in recent years, but analyst Jeff Pu.....»»
Neutron-star mergers illuminate the mysteries of quark matter
Neutron stars are the remnants of old stars that have run out of nuclear fuel and undergone a supernova explosion and a subsequent gravitational collapse. Although their collisions—or binary mergers—are rare, when they do occur, these violent eve.....»»
A water tracer tool to understand the role of lateral flow in hydrologic simulations
Lateral water movement from ridges to valleys plays a key role in organizing water and energy at the watershed scale. But it has long been neglected in traditional land models......»»
"Mirror" nuclei help connect nuclear theory and neutron stars
Adding or removing neutrons from an atomic nucleus leads to changes in the size of the nucleus. This in turn causes tiny changes in the energy levels of the atom's electrons, known as isotope shifts. Scientists can use precision measurements of these.....»»
Large language models pose a risk to society and need tighter regulation, say researchers
Leading experts in regulation and ethics at the Oxford Internet Institute, have identified a new type of harm created by LLMs which they believe poses long-term risks to democratic societies and needs to be addressed by creating a new legal duty for.....»»
Ford, Mazda advise against driving certain models over ongoing Takata airbag concerns
Since 2009, more than 30 deaths, including at least 26 in the United States, and hundreds of injuries have been attributed to Takata airbags installed in vehicles from various automakers......»»
How the iPhone maker ensures Apple Intelligence safety: Triggering, red teaming, and more
A research paper explains how Apple Intelligence is designed, and the steps the company takes to ensure the safety of the models. The paper also gives a glimpse into the scale and complexity of the on-device AI capabilities, noting that the core m.....»»
What to expect with Apple’s new iPad models launching soon
Apple is expected to unveil two new iPad models this fall, potentially at its annual iPhone keynote next month. This will include a new entry-level 11th generation model, as well as the 7th generation of iPad mini. Both of these models have gone over.....»»
Apple"s 15-inch MacBook Air M3 gets hefty price cut, on sale from $1,049
Apple resellers are competing for your business with larger-than-normal price cuts on the M3 15-inch MacBook Air, which was released in 2024.Grab record low prices on M3 MacBook Air models.Amazon has paved the way with a $250 discount on retail confi.....»»
Pass the mayo: Condiment could help improve fusion energy yields
Controlling a problematic instability could lead to cheaper internal fusion. Enlarge (credit: jules/CC BY 2.0) Inertial confinement fusion is one method for generating energy through nuclear fusion, albeit one plagued b.....»»
The best iPhones in 2024: Which iPhone is right for you?
Shopping for a new iPhone? We compare all of the current models available to determine the best options for every need and budget......»»
Best projector deals: Replace your TV with a big screen from $66
Elevate your home theater setup by buying from these projector deals, which include affordable options and premium models from brands like Epson and Samsung......»»
ChatGPT unexpectedly began speaking in a user’s cloned voice during testing
Woolf: "OpenAI just leaked the plot of Black Mirror's next season." Enlarge (credit: Ole_CNX via Getty Images) On Thursday, OpenAI released the "system card" for ChatGPT's new GPT-4o AI model that details model limitatio.....»»
Historic fires trapped in Antarctic ice yield key information for climate models
Researchers from the University of Cambridge and the British Antarctic Survey tracked fire activity over the past 150 years by measuring carbon monoxide trapped in Antarctic ice. This gas is released, along with smoke and particulates, by wildfires,.....»»
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus: Five new features coming next month
We talk a lot about the new features coming to the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, such as larger screens and upgraded cameras. However, there are also some exciting upgrades coming to Apple’s non-Pro models this year, the iPhone 16 and iPhone.....»»
Amazon slashes Apple"s iPad 9th Gen to $229, save up to $600 on entire range
Amazon is crushing it with back-to-school deals on a variety of iPad models, dropping prices to as low as $229.Save up to $600 on a variety of iPads.The $229 iPad 9th Generation deal marks a return of the lowest price on record, as back-to-school sho.....»»
iPad Air"s OLED upgrade rumored to arrive in 2026, not 2028
OLED may arrive on the iPad Air significantly earlier than previously rumored, with a new report claiming the change could happen as soon as 2026.The base of the iPad Air displayThe iPad Pro lineup have OLED displays, but models like the iPad Air and.....»»
Ransomware operators continue to innovate
Ransomware groups continue to refine their craft, building and scaling business models that resemble legitimate corporate enterprises, according to Rapid7. They market their services to prospective buyers, offer company insiders commissions in exchan.....»»