The internet just learned how the dinosaurs went extinct
Apparently, the internet thought the asteroid obliterated every dinosaur on impact — like they all happened to be having a meeting in that exact spot. The online jokes have been great. The internet got to talking about dinosaurs and, frankly,.....»»
Apple is planning something big for the iPhone 16 Pro Max camera
The iPhone 16 Pro Max may get a sizable camera upgrade, along with some other tweaks. Here's what we've learned about what's new......»»
Young people find comfort in AI-generated responses
Youth frequently use the internet to seek support from their friends but don't always get helpful responses. Recent advances in AI technology may be able to help......»»
Will you buy an ultra-thin iPhone 17 if battery life is reduced? [Poll]
We learned new details about what Apple may ship as the new high-end iPhone in 2025 with a redesigned ultra-thin form factor. But with that change, we could see shorter battery life, particularly compared to the Pro Max model. Would an ultra-thin des.....»»
Netflix, Apple TV+ and Peacock bundle priced at $15/mo for Comcast Xfinity customers
After being teased by the Comcast CEO last week, the StreamSaver bundle is now official. The bundle can be purchased by Xfinity Internet and TV customers, for $15 per month. For that price, you get access to Netflix Basic with ads, Peacock Premium.....»»
Researchers discover hidden step in dinosaur feather evolution
Paleontologists at University College Cork (UCC) in Ireland have discovered that some feathered dinosaurs had scaly skin like reptiles today, thus shedding new light on the evolutionary transition from scales to feathers......»»
Powering wearable devices with high-performing carbon nanotube yarns
With the growth of the Internet of Things, sustainable solutions for powering wireless sensors and devices are considered important. Thermoelectric generators, for example, which have the ability to convert waste heat into electricity, can offer a su.....»»
Ancient DNA from an extinct native duck reveals how far birds flew to make New Zealand home
Ask a bird lover if they have heard of the extinct giant moa or its ancient predator, Haast's eagle, and the answer will likely be yes. The same can't be said of New Zealand's extinct, but equally unique, mergansers—a group of fish-eating ducks wit.....»»
Samsung Replies to Apple’s Controversial Smash Ad, Because Why Not
If you’re a resident of the internet, you maybe heard about the latest advertising controversy regarding Apple and a “crushing of creativity” with its latest Crush ad spot. To defend Apple’s ad group, I actually think it was a.....»»
Scottie Scheffler"s arrest: The internet reacts with shock...and memes
The second day of the PGA Championship got off to a tragic, then strange, start. The internet reacted to the shocking arrest of World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler. The PGA Championship — one of golf's four major tournaments — got off to.....»»
I ditched my car for a month of e-biking. Here’s what I learned
I spent a whole month testing various styles and models of e-bikes to see if I could meet all of my needs with just two wheels. Here's everything I learned......»»
When the first warm-blooded dinosaurs roamed Earth
Scientists once thought of dinosaurs as sluggish, cold-blooded creatures. Then research suggested that some could control their body temperature, but when and how that shift came about remained a mystery......»»
Archie, the Internet’s first search engine, is rescued and running
A journey through busted tapes, the Internet Old Farts Club, and SPARCstations. Enlarge (credit: The Serial Code/YouTube) It's amazing, and a little sad, to think that something created in 1989 that changed how people us.....»»
No, Assassin’s Creed Shadows won’t be online only
While multiple stores seemed to suggest Assassin's Creed Shadows would require an internet connection, Ubisoft has confirmed that isn't the case......»»
Samsung"s half-hearted attempt to capitalize on Apple"s Crush ad misses the point
Days after Apple learned its lesson, apologized, and removed its controversial "Crush" ad for iPad Pro, Samsung is here with another poorly thought out ad promoting Galaxy Tab with AI.Samsung's 'UnCrush' ad tries to be clever praising creatives while.....»»
Cable TV providers ruined cable—now they’re coming for streaming
Comcast wants to tie its cable/Internet to your streaming subscriptions. Enlarge (credit: Getty) In an ironic twist, cable TV and Internet provider Comcast has announced that it, too, will sell a bundle of video-streami.....»»
A thousand times smaller than a grain of sand—glass sensors 3D-printed on optical fiber
In a first for communications, researchers in Sweden 3D printed silica glass micro-optics on the tips of optic fibers—surfaces as small as the cross section of a human hair. The advance could enable faster internet and improved connectivity, as wel.....»»
Meta unveils travel mode for using Quest headsets during flights like Vision Pro
Update: Three weeks later, Meta has announced the feature alongside a new partnership with an airline. Original coverage from April 18 below… Today I learned two things. First, apparently Meta Quest headsets don’t work on planes? I guess A.....»»
This is our best look yet at the Google Pixel 9 series
The Google Pixel 9 models have just gotten one of their most comprehensive leaks yet. Here's what we've learned about their design and specs......»»
New surface acoustic wave techniques could lead to surfing a quantum internet
Researchers at the University of Rochester have used surface acoustic waves to overcome a significant obstacle in the quest to realize a quantum internet......»»
Optical power evolution in fiber-optic networks: New framework for better modeling and control
With the emergence of internet services such as AI-generated content and virtual reality, the demand for global capacity has surged, significantly intensifying pressures on fiber-optic communication systems. To address this surge and reduce operation.....»»