Stopping SARS-CoV-2 in its tracks by blocking its main protease
Inasmuch as therapeutic options against coronavirus have been focused mainly on blocking the interaction between its spike protein and the ACE2 receptor on host cells, SARS-CoV-2 has several additional critical proteins that could potentially be targ.....»»
Best Apple deals for January 2024
Apple deals are harder and harder to spot, but our expert commerce team continuously tracks prices, sales, and deals throughout the week. That includes the … The post Best Apple deals for January 2024 appeared first on BGR. Apple de.....»»
What"s stopping US climate policies from working effectively?
In an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and curb global warming, the U.S. has enacted several ambitious federal laws, such as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) passed in 2022 and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021......»»
Chrome updates Incognito warning to admit Google tracks users in “private” mode
Warning added to Chrome Canary as Google settles Incognito class-action suit. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Anadolu) Google is updating the warning on Chrome's Incognito mode to make it clear that Google and websites r.....»»
Apple beat Samsung in global smartphone sales for the first time
The two main market intelligence companies both report that for the first time ever, Apple beat Samsung in global smartphone sales. The last time Samsung didn’t top the rankings was some 13 years ago, when the top-selling cellphone brand was ….....»»
Some Beeper users claim Apple is blocking their Macs from iMessage
Apple’s war on Beeper, an app that tried to bring iMessage to Android, is now seemingly causing some users to see their Macs blocked from using iMessage entirely. more….....»»
"Black Bird" scores Apple TV+ it"s sole major Emmy award
Despite greater success in the children's and creative Emmy awards, Apple TV+ took home a single trophy from the main ceremony.Paul Walter Hauser in "Black Bird" (Source: Apple)The Emmy Awards are divided into categories that really mean the ceremony.....»»
A Gel Injected Into the Scrotum Could Be the Next Male Contraceptive
Biotech company Contraline has safely implanted a sperm-blocking hydrogel in 23 men. It’s designed to be a fully reversible vasectomy......»»
Unexpected Maker ProS3 u.FL (ESP32-S3)
The ProS3 u.FL is an updated development board from Unexpected Maker featuring Espressif’s latest ESP32-S3 microcontroller. The main feature of this chip is the 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5 support. We opted for the version of the boa.....»»
Famous xkcd comic comes full circle with AI bird-identifying binoculars
Swarovski AX Visio, billed as first "smart binoculars," names species and tracks location. Enlarge / The Swarovski Optik Visio binoculars, with an excerpt of a 2014 xkcd comic strip called "Tasks" in the corner. (credit: xckd / S.....»»
Rivian R2 teased in company’s first environmental impact report
One of Rivian’s main goals as an EV automaker has been to innovate throughout its processes to minimize the impact of its vehicles and operations … The post Rivian R2 teased in company’s first environmental impact report appeared fi.....»»
Child abusers are covering their tracks with better use of crypto
“Mixers” and “privacy coins” like Monero enable them to launder profits, stay online. Enlarge (credit: Naufal MQ via Getty Images) For those who trade in child sexual exploitation images and videos in the darkest.....»»
SpaceX reveals anticipated date for third Starship test flight
SpaceX has said the main aim of the next Starship mission is to increase its performance and get the spacecraft to orbit – and it could take place soon......»»
BBEdit 15 adds new Minimap and ChatGPT built into the app
BBEdit, a popular text and code editor for macOS, received a huge update this week to version 15. With BBEdit 15, users will find a new Minimap to get an overview of the document, but the main highlight of the update is the ChatGPT integration built.....»»
Scientists discover how ultraviolet light degrades coronavirus
New research has revealed how light can be used to destroy infectious coronavirus particles that contaminate surfaces. Scientists are interested in how environments, such as surgeries, can be thoroughly disinfected from viruses such as SARS-CoV-2 tha.....»»
The Withings BeamO is a 4-in-1 Device that Tracks your Health
BeamO combines multiple functionality including an ECG sensor, oximeter, stethoscope, and a thermometer. The post The Withings BeamO is a 4-in-1 Device that Tracks your Health appeared first on Phandroid. While a ton of the tech on display.....»»
ASUS ROG Phone 8: The bar is set for gaming smartphones for 2024
ASUS confirmed in 2023 that they would be releasing a new ROG Phone in the form of the ROG Phone 8. Sure enough, they have, and the new phone has brought along a bunch of changes over the previous models. New design Right away, one of the main differ.....»»
Gunnar"s new "Clear Pro" glasses will protect your eyes from blue light
Gunnar Optiks, a pioneer in blue light-blocking technology, has announced its latest innovations at CES 2024, including a new lens material and several new eyewear collections.Overwatch D.Va Tokki from the Blizzard x Gunnar collectionThe Mineral Glas.....»»
HP sued (again) for blocking third-party ink from printers, accused of monopoly
Suit seeks injunction blocking HP from bricking printers using third-party ink. Enlarge (credit: HP) HP has used its "Dynamic Security" firmware updates to "create a monopoly" of replacement printer ink cartridges, a law.....»»
Climate change likely to drive more floods in some parts of the US, fewer in others
By breaking down flooding analysis into its main physical mechanisms, researchers at Princeton have projected that climate change will markedly impact river basin flooding across the United States during the 21st century......»»
Bosch and Amazon Web Services cover drivers" caffeine boosts, on-the-road questions
Bosch and Amazon partnered on in-vehicle technology that tracks drivers' eye movements and predicts — and acts on — their needs, including having coffee ready......»»