The IBM mainframe: How it runs and why it survives
In this deep-dive explainer, we look at a big-business mainstay. Enlarge / A Z16 Mainframe. Mainframe computers are often seen as ancient machines—practically dinosaurs. But mainframes, which are purpose-built to proc.....»»
The OG Pixel Watch is getting Wear OS 4 as we speak
Google has announced that Wear OS 4 will start rolling out to Pixel Watch devices starting today. The post The OG Pixel Watch is getting Wear OS 4 as we speak appeared first on Phandroid. If you happen to own a Pixel Watch that runs on Wea.....»»
Reef-devouring predator survives coral bleaching and feasts on the survivors
Research conducted by marine biologists from the University of Sydney has found juvenile crown-of-thorns starfish can withstand tremendous heat waves well above levels that kill coral. These starfish then develop into carnivorous predators that devou.....»»
Open Source Hardware Certifications For September 2023
The Open Source Hardware Association (OSHWA) runs a free program that allows creators to certify that their hardware complies with the community definition of open source hardware. Whenever you see the certification logo, you know that the cer.....»»
This Dell 15-inch Windows laptop is in the sale bin for $300
The Dell Inspiron 15 laptop, which features a 15.6-inch Full HD display and runs on Windows 11 Home, is currently available from Dell with an $80 discount......»»
This 15-inch HP Chromebook just had its price slashed from $330 to $220
The HP Chromebook 15at, which runs on the web-dependent Google's Chrome OS, is currently very affordable at its discounted price of just $220 from Best Buy......»»
The Secret of How Cells Make ‘Dark Oxygen’ Without Light
In some subterranean aquifers, cells have a chemical trick for making oxygen. It offers new insight into how life survives deep underground on Earth—and where it might lurk in space......»»
Video: Firefoxes and whale spouts light up Earth"s shield
Did you know the Northern lights or Aurora Borealis are created when the mythical Finnish "firefox" runs so quickly across the snow that its tail causes sparks to fly into the night sky?.....»»
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days starts October 10-11, shop early deals on Apple now
While everyone awaits Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event that runs October 10-11, Amazon has aggressive discounts on Apple going on right now. Many devices are at the lowest prices we've seen in the last 30 days.Get big savings on Apple gear.Apple fa.....»»
Mini space thruster that runs on water
This tiny fingernail-length space thruster chip runs on the greenest propellant of all: water......»»
Q&A: Researcher investigates how panda cubs communicate with their mother
Earlier this summer a giant panda named Ai Bao delivered twin cubs in a South Korean zoo. Although pandas often give birth to twins, typically only one cub survives, especially in the wild......»»
Find the best USB-C charger for your iPhone 15
There are a lot of USB-C power options available now. Here are some of the best USB-C chargers to guarantee that your iPhone 15 never runs out of juice.With the arrival of the iPhone 15 lineup, Apple has made a significant shift by adopting the USB-C.....»»
Perseverance rover’s Mars oxygen machine comes to the end of its mission
MOXIE is a small box inside the rover which takes in carbon dioxide and converts it into oxygen. After 16 successful runs, the experiment has been concluded......»»
Rubber plumbing seals can leak additives into drinking water, study says
As drinking water flows through pipes and into a glass, it runs against the rubber seals inside some plumbing devices. These parts contain additives that contribute to their flexibility and durability, but these potentially harmful compounds can leak.....»»
This HP Chromebook just had its price slashed to $159
The HP Chromebook 14a, which runs on Google's Chrome OS, is on sale from Best Buy for just $159, nearly half its original price of $299 after a $140 discount......»»
The mechanical keyboard that runs on Game Boy cartridge shells
Cartridge-based microcontroller is easy to move from keyboard to keyboard. Enlarge / FlatFootFox's TypeBoy with TypePaks installed. (credit: TheStuChef/Reddit) There's nothing like that burst of anticipation when first.....»»
Studio Display firmware version 17 beta 6 is now available
Apple has issued the sixth Studio Display firmware beta for version 17.Apple Studio DisplayThe Studio Display is Apple's standalone 5K monitor. It runs an A13 processor, which means it gets updates similar to iOS to keep features updated and security.....»»
Microsoft-signed “BGAUpsell.exe” pushes Bing on Windows and Chrome users
Pop-up isn't just a notification, runs as separate .exe in Windows 10 and 11. Enlarge / A new kind of Bing pop-up appears for some Windows 11 users, apparently generated by a Microsoft-signed executable separate from the OS's not.....»»
Gran Turismo review: a racing biopic that runs out of gas
Neill Blomkamp's Gran Turismo is a boring, bland racing biopic. It's now playing in theaters nationwide......»»
Color-coordinated Apple Watch faces could automatically match your band – or clothes
If your commitment to fashion runs as far as color-coordinated Apple Watch faces to match your band or outfit, a future Watch may be able to automate the process. A newly granted Apple patent describes how a future model could have a sensor embedd.....»»
Don’t miss your chance to get this HP laptop with Windows 11 for $150
The HP Laptop 14, which runs on Windows 11 Home in S Mode and features a 14-inch screen with HD resolution, is available from Best Buy with a $50 discount......»»