Taiwan 1Q21 economic growth estimated at 8.16%
Taiwan's economic growth for first-quarter 2021 is preliminarily estimated at 8.16%, the highest quarterly level since fourth-quarter 2010 and 1.96pp higher than the forecast 6.20% made in February 2021, according to the Directorate General of Budget.....»»
A tiny iPhone 16 Pro feature is my sleeper hit of the year
If you were asked to list off the iPhone 16 Pro’s changes, what would come to mind? Likely Camera Control, better battery, improved cameras, the forthcoming Apple Intelligence, and so on. These are clearly the headliners. But there’s one tiny upg.....»»
Hurricane Milton leaves at least 16 dead as Florida cleans up
The death toll from Hurricane Milton rose to at least 16 on Friday, officials in Florida said, as residents began the painful process of piecing their lives and homes back together......»»
Plant stem cells: Understanding the biological mechanism of growth control
Researchers from the University of Freiburg have identified the HAN molecule as an important regulator that controls plant growth in conjunction with WOX5. Understanding this mechanism is relevant for breeding more resilient or higher-yielding crops......»»
I did an iPhone 16 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro camera test. It’s not even close
The Google Pixel 9 Pro and Apple's iPhone 16 Pro are the two latest flagships to come out. But which one takes better photos? Let's find out......»»
On US coast, wind power foes embrace "Save the Whales" argument
Whether from real concern for marine animals or doubts about renewable energy, the anti-wind power movement has been growing along the US East Coast, with some trying to blame a surge in whale strandings on the growth of offshore energy projects......»»
"Inside-out" galaxy growth observed in the early universe
Astronomers have used the NASA/ESA James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to observe the 'inside-out' growth of a galaxy in the early universe, only 700 million years after the Big Bang......»»
DORA regulation’s nuts and bolts
The frequency, sophistication, and impact of cyber-attacks on financial institutions have been rising. Given the economic system’s interconnected nature, disruptions in one institution can have cascading effects on the broader financial market,.....»»
New analysis tools can help farmers make informed choice on "agrivoltaics"
The dual use of land for agriculture and solar energy production, known as agrivoltaics, presents a new opportunity for farmers, but whether it makes economic sense for growers is a complex question. A new set of analytical tools developed by researc.....»»
Claustrophobic cells slow their own growth, forming beautiful patterns of concentric circles
Like so many organisms on the planet, when cells experience mosh-pit-level crowding, they may just become stressed. Yet unlike most other life forms, cells subject to physical stress from crowding by neighbors can find some relief by dramatically slo.....»»
Mac sales are nosediving
Macs have reportedly experienced a 17.5% drop in annual growth in this past quarter......»»
Red milkweed beetle genome offers evolutionary insights into plant-insect interactions
Studying the secrets of how the common red milkweed beetle can safely feed on a toxic plant helps illuminate the ecological, evolutionary and economic impact of insect-plant interactions from a genomic perspective......»»
Someone made a transparent iPhone 16 Pro, and it looks phenomenal
Apple may not exactly play it adventurous with design, but if you've ever dreamed of a transparent shell iPhone, know that it's real. But it's not a cakewalk......»»
Earning an associate degree has varying value for workers based on demographics, researchers find
New research from Virginia Commonwealth University confirms the economic value of completing an associate degree but also unmasks the disparate labor market outcomes for workers of diverse races/ethnicities, sexes and nationalities......»»
How the "social cost of carbon" measurement can hide economic inequalities and mask climate suffering
The social cost of carbon (SCC) is an essential tool for climate decision-making around the world. SCC is essentially a large cost-benefit calculation that helps policymakers compare the benefits of reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions to the soci.....»»
Android 16’s Priority Modes leaked, and I need them right now
Priority Modes, a new feature coming in Android 16, have leaked. And they look incredible......»»
Stunning iPhone 16 Pro cinematic video footage, including attaching it to a drone
In what is now an annual tradition, filmmaker Joey Helms has created a stunning iPhone 16 Pro cinematic video demo reel, in his home city of Chicago. This year he paired up with Sam Perez to mount the new phone on a drone to include airborne shots.....»»
iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S24 camera comparison – judge for yourself
An iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S24 camera comparison concludes that it’s hard to pick an overall winner given the role played by personal preferences, but the range of sample shots provides a really good chance to judge for yourself. The.....»»
Android 16 could let you make any app into a floating window
One of the potential changes coming to Android 16 is the ability to make any app into a floating window and easier to access. The post Android 16 could let you make any app into a floating window appeared first on Phandroid. One of the coo.....»»
watchTowr raises $19 million to accelerate global growth
watchTowr announced a $19 million Series A funding round led by Peak XV, formerly known as Sequoia India & Southeast Asia, with repeat participation from Prosus Ventures and Cercano Management. The company will use the funds to capture market leaders.....»»
Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs. OnePlus 12: Which is better?
In the market for a smartphone that goes beyond traditional? Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the OnePlus 12? It's a difficult choice......»»