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The “Peloton of boxing” is fun, challenging, and better IRL than in VR

Liteboxer's adept classes and unique interactivity struggle to overcome the VR sweatbox Enlarge (credit: Liteboxer) The melding of fitness and video games has never been more natural than in the expanding realm of virtual real.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaFeb 18th, 2022

Apple releases new wallpaper for upcoming Apple Store opening

There’s a new Apple Store opening later this month in Madrid, and Apple has shared a fun new wallpaper for iPhone, iPad, and Mac that you can download to mark the occasion. more….....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated News12 hr. 41 min. ago

New study examines how extraterrestrial civilizations could become "stellivores"

One of the most challenging aspects of astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) is anticipating what life and extraterrestrial civilizations will look like. Invariably, we have only one example of a planet that supports li.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News13 hr. 41 min. ago

Sonic Rumble is a fun battle royale, but an oddly slow Sonic spinoff

We played a few rounds of Sonic Rumble, the Blue Blur's surprisingly slow take on the battle royale genre......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated News13 hr. 42 min. ago

The best VR headsets for 2024

Check out our list of the best VR headsets from Meta, Apple, Sony, HTC, and Pimax to help you find the perfect system for VR and mixed reality gaming......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 14th, 2024

I have Meta Quest 3S and this is the best VR accessory yet — it’s on sale

I recently grabbed the Kiwi Design head strap for my Meta Quest 3S and its the best VR accessory I've bought so far. It's also on sale right now. Consider it......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 13th, 2024

Grabbing pizza with coworkers isn"t just fun—it could boost teamwork skills

In an office full of new coworkers, someone suggests going out for pizza. One person is extra hungry and gobbles up a slice too fast, burning the roof of his mouth in the process......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Virtual fruity fly model can simulate sensory navigation

All animals, large or small, have to move at an incredible precision to interact with the world. Understanding how the brain controls movement is a fundamental question in neuroscience. For larger animals, this is challenging because of the complexit.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

5 years ago, The Mandalorian made Star Wars fun again

Five years ago, The Mandalorian showed a new path forward for Star Wars. How did it so quickly lose its way?.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

How to use iOS 18 FaceTime gestures (and what they look like)

FaceTime gestures are now standard in iPhones, since the advent of iOS 17. These let you trigger fun 3D animations with a move of your hand. Here's how to use it......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

53 years of survey data confirm African elephant decline

Habitat loss and poaching have driven dramatic declines in African elephants, but it is challenging to measure their numbers and monitor changes across the entire continent. A new study has analyzed 53 years of population survey data and found large-.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

I love this new iPhone camera feature. Here’s why I’ll never use it

The chance to change Photographic Styles on the iPhone after taking a photo is fun, but it comes with an annoying downside that's a deal breaker for me......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 9th, 2024

HomeKit Weekly: Track your HomeKit device batteries with HomeBatteries

Keeping tabs on battery-powered HomeKit accessories like the can be challenging. From smart locks to motion sensors, battery status is often out of sight, out of mind—until the moment a device fails to respond. Enter HomeBatteries, an app designed.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 8th, 2024

Mooncool TK1 Folding Electric Trike: Getting around has never been more fun

If you’re looking for a sustainable way of getting around town, then maybe you can check out the Monocool TK1 electric trike. The post Mooncool TK1 Folding Electric Trike: Getting around has never been more fun appeared first on Phandroid......»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsNov 8th, 2024

Recap: Our “AI in DC” conference was great—here’s what you missed

Experts were assembled, tales told, and cocktails consumed. It was fun! Ars Technica descended in force last week upon our nation's capital, setting up shop in the International S.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

Scientists reveal strigolactone perception mechanism and role in tillering responses to nitrogen

"How is plant growth controlled?" and "What is the basis of variation in stress tolerance in plants?" were among the 125 most challenging scientific questions, according to the journal Science in 2016......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

Metro Awakening and Batman: Arkham Shadow are the future of VR gaming

Metro Awakening and Batman: Arkham Shadow are both stunning examples of how to bring a traditional gaming franchise to VR......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

The fake election bomb threats caused chaos online—it"s a perfect breeding ground for conspiracies

In the 2020 US elections, Joe Biden's win against Donald Trump prompted the Trump campaign to file more than 60 lawsuits challenging the result, mostly focusing on swing states......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

How to setup your Meta Quest 2

This tutorial explains how you can set up your Meta Quest 2. The post How to setup your Meta Quest 2 appeared first on Phandroid. Even though the Meta Quest 2 is an older-generation VR headset, it is still a capable device to have. The bes.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

OpenAI’s robotics plans aim to ‘bring AI into the physical world’

OpenAI has made no secret of its hardware ambitions. Those plans came a step closer to fruition on Tuesday with the hiring of Caitlin Kalinowski, the now-former head of hardware at Oculus VR......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Another annoying bug is spoiling the fun in Windows 11 24H2

A new glitch in Windows 11 24H2 results in strange behavior for the File File Explorer, making the app difficult to use. Here are the details......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024