Take up to 73% off a set of bamboo sheets with actual pockets
TL;DR: These Bamboo Smart Pocket Sheets are on sale as of Feb. 3 — get twin, full, queen, or king sets for up to 73% off.Your sheets might be past their prime. If you don’t notice visible signs of wear-and-tear — thinning, fadi.....»»
Saturday Citations: Bronze-Age gender representation, gamma rays, nice bonobos in your neighborhood want to meet you
This week's news roundup includes a Bronze Age discovery that calls into question existing ideas of gender representation from the period. More research confirms that bonobos are actually nice. Plus: Actual good climate news?.....»»
People think white AI-generated faces are more real than actual photos, study says
'Hyperrealism' bias has implications in robotics, medicine, and law enforcement. Enlarge / Eight images used in the study; four of them are synthetic. Can you tell which ones? (Answers at bottom of the article.) (credit: Nighting.....»»
Rivian blames “fat finger” for infotainment-bricking software update
Some affected Rivian EVs may require physical servicing to fix the problem. Enlarge / Note: This is not what the actual software update looks like when it fails; in reality, it just causes the screens to go black. (credit: Aurich.....»»
Climate tipping points could be triggered by "committed warming"
As the planet warms, climate tipping points, such as the melting of ice sheets or loss of the Amazon rainforest, become increasingly likely......»»
Amazon Fire TV Soundbar review: surprisingly immersive
Amazon's new Fire TV Soundbar might not be an actual Fire TV device, but it delivers decent sound for the money......»»
Crumpled sheets reveal a mechanism for glassy relaxations
We often crumple a scrap piece of paper into a ball before throwing it. This mundane action, however, creates a unique complex system with surprising mechanical properties. Take a thin plastic sheet such as cellophane and try it yourself. While a reg.....»»
Melting ice, falling snow: Sea ice declines enhance snowfall over West Antarctica
As the world continues to warm, Antarctica is losing ice at an increasing pace, but the loss of sea ice may lead to more snowfall over the ice sheets, partially offsetting contributions to sea level rise, according to Penn State scientists......»»
Extracellular vesicles captured by sustainable wood cellulose-based nanofiber may identify and improve cancer treatment
A research team in Japan, led by Nagoya University's Akira Yokoi, has developed an innovative technique using cellulose nanofiber (CNF) sheets derived from wood cellulose to capture extracellular vesicles (EVs) from fluid samples and even organs duri.....»»
Hydrogeologists develop innovative way to predict saltwater intrusion into groundwater
As the world warms and ice sheets melt, the ocean continually rises. The greater Boston area can expect to see between one and six feet of sea level rise by 2100, according to recent estimates......»»
Where to find all inventory upgrades in Alan Wake 2
You can hold a lot of information in your Mind Palace, but only so much in your pockets. Here are all of the inventory upgrades you can find in Alan Wake 2......»»
Chaotic jumble of merging spiral galaxies hints at possible fate of Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies
The swirling arms of a spiral galaxy are among the most recognized features in the cosmos: long sweeping bands spun off from a central core, each brimming with dust, gas, and dazzling pockets of newly formed stars. Yet this opulent figure can warp in.....»»
10 essential cybersecurity cheat sheets available for free
Cheat sheets are concise, to-the-point references tailored for instant insights. This article provides a curated list of 10 essential cybersecurity cheat sheets, all free to download. Whether you’re seeking a quick refresher or a beginner tryin.....»»
Pixel 8 Pro Display Ranks Highest, Same Not Said for Tensor G3
We don’t put much weight into benchmarks around here. We don’t see the need. We base our feelings on actual usage, and for the most part, that has treated us well. However, we know some people live and die by benchmarks, so it would be a.....»»
You’ll be able to stream PS5 games this month—but only on an actual PS5
Sony's still playing catchup with Microsoft when it comes to streaming. Enlarge / Horizon: Forbidden West. Sony has announced a launch date for a new feature that will allow PlayStation Plus Premium members to stream PS.....»»
The Earth"s iron core isn"t just a solid mass
A new study by physicists discovers that the Earth's dense inner core is made up of constantly switching iron atoms. According to a new "holy grail" scientific discovery, the blazing-hot ball of metal at the center of the Earth's core is actual.....»»
Wii U, 3DS online servers to shut down in six months
Online player bases are already dwindling for Nintendo's aging hardware. Enlarge / We'd like to imagine there's an actual Switch like this that Nintendo will be flipping in April. (credit: Flickr / Andrew Huff) The end i.....»»
Mismatch between expected and actual nutritional value is key driver behind negative reviews of online grocery sites
Online grocery shopping has become more popular since the COVID-19 pandemic. Sales from online food retail in the United States are projected to grow from 9.5% of total food commerce in 2020 to 20.5% in 2026. Given this, consumer reviews of grocery p.....»»
Tesla will gain from higher Detroit 3 labor costs, analysts say
Detroit automakers will face a significant disadvantage vs. Tesla on EV costs. Tesla CEO Elon Musk teases UAW time-off demands: "Is anyone gonna be around to make the actual cars?".....»»
In depression treatment trials, placebo effect is growing stronger
As with placebo pills, time is making placebo magnetic stimulation more effective. Enlarge / A decent placebo setup for transcranial magnetic stimulation is difficult to distinguish from actual treatment. (credit: Monty Rakusen).....»»
These transparent Analogue Pockets will take you back to the good old days
Analogue has unveiled seven new transparent limited edition Analogue Pocket handhelds to will be available for preorder soon......»»