Review: Twelve South makes all the right compromises with new Curve SE MacBook Stand
Twelve South today is launching a new, and more affordable addition to its lineup of MacBook stands. The new Curve SE arrives at the bottom of its current lineup, delivering the same ergonomic upgrade as some of the more premium models in the collect.....»»
Christianity is changing in South Africa as Pentecostal and indigenous churches grow—what"s behind the trend?
Studies show that South Africa is one of only three countries in the world where religious participation has increased in recent years. The other two countries are Italy and the US......»»
Report reveals peer review capacity not used to its full potential
A new global study from IOP Publishing (IOPP) has found that certain peer review communities continue to feel overburdened by reviewer requests, while others remain underrepresented......»»
Watch: LG G4 OLED TV review
The LG G4 OLED TV excels where it matters most – delivering stunning visuals and unmatched versatility. With its exceptional color accuracy, peak brightness, and HDR capabilities, it stands as a top contender for the title of the best TV of 2024......»»
iPad and Mac don"t compete against each other, so buy both says Apple exec
Following reviews saying that iPadOS limitations mean the new iPad Pro can't easily replace a MacBook Pro, Apple insists the two devices are complementary.The new iPad Pro superimposed on a MacBook Pro screenIn other words, buy both. The issue of iPa.....»»
Apple wants iPhone-like touch surfaces to be able to wrap around spheres
A flat touch surface isn't enough — thirty years after it retired the trackball in favor of touch-sensitive trackpads on PowerBooks, Apple could be planning to combine the two ideas into a new input device for the MacBook Pro.If Apple did make a tr.....»»
M2 iPad Air review: The everything iPad
M2 Air won't draw new buyers in, but if you like iPads, these do all you need. The new 13-inch iPad Air with the Apple M2 processor inside. [credit:.....»»
M4 iPad Pro review: Well, now you’re just showing off
This tablet offers much more than you’ll actually need. Enlarge / The 2024, M4-equipped 13-inch iPad Pro. (credit: Samuel Axon) The new iPad Pro is a technical marvel, with one of the best screens I’ve ever seen, per.....»»
Air Force is “growing concerned” about the pace of Vulcan rocket launches
US military seeks an "independent review" to determine if Vulcan can scale. Enlarge / The business end of the Vulcan rocket performed flawlessly during its debut launch in January 2024. (credit: United Launch Alliance) I.....»»
Brazil"s flooded south paralyzed as waters remain high
Brazil's flooded south remained paralyzed Monday, with schools and health centers shut and streets cut off as overflowing rivers showed no sign of receding after torrential rains in a disaster that has left 147 dead......»»
New iPad Air review roundup: Screen and Apple Pencil Pro are standouts
The first reviews of the iPad Air are in, and while there is a lot of focus on how there's now a larger-screen version, all also wonder how this will affect sales of the iPad Pro.The 11-inch and 13-inch iPad AirIt doesn't seem possible to review any.....»»
New iPad Pro review roundup: impressive performance held back by iPadOS
The initial reviews of Apple's new iPad Pro have arrived, with the impressive Tandem OLED screen and the upgrade to M4 catching the most attention from reviewers.The 13-inch and 11-inch iPad Pro with M4Before the release of many major products, Apple.....»»
Pixel 8a review—The best deal in smartphones
It's still $500, with a better screen, longer support, and the same great camera. The Pixel 8a and its speedy 120 Hz display. [credit:.....»»
Indian Ocean sea-surface temperatures found to be accurate predictor of dengue outbreaks
A team of Earth scientists, health care workers and meteorologists affiliated with several institutions in China, and working with several international partners, reports that global dengue severity in Asia and South America can be predicted by sea-s.....»»
SpaceX facing FAA review of Starship launches from Kennedy
SpaceX will have to pass an environmental review before it can launch its powerful Starship rocket from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida......»»
Retro gold rush: which emulators are on the App Store, and what"s coming
Apple is allowing emulators on App Store. Here's what's arrived, and what's on the way to play your favorite retro games on your iPhone, updated on May 13.Emulators can bring retro gaming to the iPhoneThe early April changes to the App Store Review G.....»»
Anticipating future discoveries: Scientists explore nontrivial cosmic topology
In a new Physical Review Letters (PRL) study, scientists explore the possibility of nontrivial or exotic topologies in the universe for explaining some of the anomalies seen in Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB)......»»
A novel flame-retardant, smoke-suppressing and superhydrophobic transparent bamboo for future glasses
Professors Yiqiang Wu and Caichao Wan, along with their team from Central South University of Forestry and Technology (CSUFT), have pioneered a transparent material derived from natural bamboo. This material features a three-layered flame-retardant b.....»»
Deals: Apple"s M3 14-inch MacBook Pro with 16GB RAM drops to $1,599
A $200 discount is in effect on Apple's upgraded M3 14-inch MacBook Pro with 16GB RAM and a 512GB SSD, with fast and free 2-day shipping.The AppleInsider 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 Price Guide is tracking a $200 markdown on a best-selling configuration t.....»»
Rivers rise again as rain batters flood-hit south Brazil
River levels rose again Sunday as strong rains lashed waterlogged southern Brazil, where flooding has killed 145 people and forced hundreds of thousands from their homes......»»
SpaceX facing FAA review for Starship launches from Kennedy
SpaceX will have to pass an environmental review before it can launch its powerful Starship rocket from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida......»»