Pushing the limit of the periodic table with superheavy elements
Scientists from Massey University in New Zealand, the University of Mainz in Germany, Sorbonne University in France, and the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) discuss the limit of the periodic table and revising the concept of the "island of sta.....»»
The XPS 16 is fighting an uphill battle against the MacBook Pro
The Dell XPS 16 is an excellent laptop, albeit with some controversial design elements. But the Apple MacBook Pro 16 won't be taken down easily......»»
Beyond equilibrium: Scientists investigate Floquet Fermi liquids
Researchers from Germany and Singapore have studied a non-equilibrium state of Fermi liquids called the Floquet Fermi liquid (FFL), which is formed when Fermi liquids are subjected to a periodic driving force and kept in contact with a fermionic bath.....»»
Apple ad touts eliminating leather in accessories, but is FineWoven next to go?
Apple stopped offering leather cases and watch bands last fall as part of its environmental efforts. The idea is that pushing leather specifically at Apple’s scale is a net negative for the planet. Ahead of Earth Day this weekend, Apple is marketin.....»»
Researchers find cryptic genetic element in the human gut that could serve as a sensitive biomarker
A component of the human intestinal flora that has been little studied to date is the focus of a new study from Germany. Plasmids are small extrachromosomal genetic elements that frequently occur in bacterial cells and can influence microbial lifesty.....»»
Why figuring out how potassium is destroyed in stars is important to understanding the universe
If you want to know where elements come from, look to the stars. Almost every element heavier than helium is formed through nuclear reactions in stars. But which stellar processes are responsible for these elements? Can we find patterns in how much o.....»»
Japan to seek up to 20% fine for monopolistic practices by Apple
Japan is poised to dramatically increase the penalties for tech giants accused of monopolistic practices like Apple.New Japanese laws could slap Apple with up to 20% sales penaltyIn an extensive global effort to limit the power of major technology co.....»»
SpaceX is launching more rockets from a military base: Can the Coastal Commission impose a limit?
SpaceX has significantly increased the frequency of its rocket launches from a Santa Barbara County military base, and its plans to add even more have raised concerns by the California Coastal Commission over the impacts on the environment and nearby.....»»
A supernova caused the BOAT gamma ray burst, JWST data confirms
But astronomers puzzled by the lack of signatures of expected heavy elements. Enlarge / Artist's visualization of GRB 221009A showing the narrow relativistic jets—emerging from a central black hole—that gave rise to the brig.....»»
Galaxy One UI 6.1 Update: 3 Reasons to Install & 3 Not To
Samsung has started pushing its One UI 6.1 update with Galaxy AI features to select Galaxy models. And while many users will want to install it right away, others may want to hold off for the time being. The One UI 6.1 update is moving out to the Gal.....»»
Genetic underpinnings of environmental stress identified in model plant
Plants can be temperamental. Even weeds along the side of highways or pushing their way up in the cracks of concrete sidewalks can get stressed out by dehydration, cold, excess salt and more. Researchers at Hiroshima University have identified 14 gen.....»»
Samsung Bringing New Languages to Galaxy AI
Samsung’s announced plans to bring new languages and dialects to its Galaxy AI software in 2024. Earlier this year, Samsung started pushing its One UI 6.1 and Galaxy AI software update to the Galaxy S23, Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and Ga.....»»
Study shedding new light on Earth"s global carbon cycle could help assess liveability of other planets
Research has uncovered important new insights into the evolution of oxygen, carbon, and other vital elements over the entire history of Earth—and it could help assess which other planets can develop life, ranging from plants to animals and humans......»»
Apple Vision Pro is already making the Meta Quest 3 better
You don’t need to own an Apple Vision Pro to appreciate it. Just having competition from the high end is pushing Meta to improve its mainstream mixed reality headset. Meta Quest 3 hit the market last year for $499. That’s $3000 shy of Vision P.....»»
Measuring the atmospheres of other worlds to see if there are enough nutrients for life
Life on Earth depends on six critical elements: carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorous, and sulfur. These elements are referred to as CHNOPS, and along with several trace micronutrients and liquid water, they're what life needs......»»
After pushing cloud storage, TV provider to auto-delete 61-day-old DVR recordings
Customers originally had 365 days to enjoy the recordings. Enlarge (credit: Getty) Canadian telecom Bell Canada has been pushing its cloud-based DVR service to its Fibe TV subscribers for years. While it has given custom.....»»
Finding new chemistry to capture double the carbon
Finding ways to capture, store, and use carbon dioxide (CO2) remains an urgent global problem. As temperatures continue to rise, keeping CO2 from entering the atmosphere can help limit warming where carbon-based fuels are still needed......»»
May Mobility CEO sees more prosperous path ahead for self-driving tech
Removing human safety drivers can transform the economics of self-driving businesses, pushing profit margins from "low single digits" to upward of 60 percent, May Mobility CEO Ed Olson said Wednesday......»»
The 18TB Western Digital Elements desktop hard drive is SO CHEAP right now it’s not funny!
If you’re looking for external storage for your desktop computer, then don’t miss out on this deal for the 18TB Western Digital Elements hard drive. The post The 18TB Western Digital Elements desktop hard drive is SO CHEAP right now it’s not fu.....»»
Bluetti AC240 portable power station pushes the boundaries with IP65 waterproof rating
Rugged outdoor adventures require tough equipment capable of shrugging off the elements and providing reliability when the weather turns. Bluetti's done just that with the new AC240 weatherproof portable power station, available now with an early bir.....»»
Galaxy One UI 6.1 Update: 3 Reasons to Install & 3 Reasons Not To
Samsung has started pushing its One UI 6.1 update with Galaxy AI features to select Galaxy models. And while most users will want to install it right away, others may want to hold off for the time being. The update is now moving out to the Galaxy S23.....»»