They"re Putting Guns on Robot Dogs Now
Quadrupedal robots are one of the most interesting developments in robotics in recent years. They're small, nimble, and able to traverse environments that frustrate wheeled machines. So, of course, it was only a matter of time until someone put a gun.....»»
Dogs with epilepsy found to have altered levels of trace elements and heavy metals in their blood and fur
A recent study at the University of Helsinki reveals that dogs with epilepsy exhibit distinct alterations in trace elements and heavy metal levels in their blood and fur compared with healthy counterparts......»»
New realistic computer model will help robots collect moon dust
A new computer model mimics moon dust so well that it could lead to smoother and safer lunar robot teleoperations. The tool, developed by researchers at the University of Bristol and based at the Bristol Robotics Laboratory, could be used to train as.....»»
Job Interviews with a Robot: Why A.I. is Not Ready to Take Over the Hiring Process
Hilke Schellmann, author of “The Algorithm,” argues that AI-based tools aren’t ready for use in the hiring process. Yet, many large American companies already rely upon them. Hilke Schellmann, author of “The Alg.....»»
Stop using rice to save your wet phone, Apple warns. What to do instead.
Stop putting wet phones in rice, Apple warns. Here’s why. As it turns out, the decades-old method of saving one's wet phone in rice isn't a good idea, according to Apple. A recent support document states that this hack actually makes things w.....»»
A ton of robot vacuums claim to mop, but these 5 hybrids actually do the job
These 2-in-1 robot vacuums do more than drag a damp cloth across the floor. We tested and loved these hybrids from iRobot, Shark, Roborock, and Yeedi. UPDATE: Feb. 21, 2024, 5:00 a.m. EST Roborock, Ecovacs, Eufy, and Samsung debuted new mop.....»»
The best robot vacuum deals this week include 50% off one of the smartest Roombas
Get the Roomba j7 with small obstacle avoidance for $297.99 or the mopping and self-emptying Roborock Q5 Pro+ for $499, plus more of the best robot vacuum deals as of Feb. 21. UPDATE: Feb. 21, 2024, 12:45 p.m. EST This story has been update.....»»
Research explores how people make a snap judgment about unfamiliar dogs
It's no secret that people can be quick to judge others, particularly when it comes to how a person looks. There have been tons of studies on how physical facial appearance, like makeup or facial hair, impacts a person's perception of someone else......»»
Antibiotic use on Kenya"s dairy farms is putting consumers and animals at risk
Farmers often use antibiotics to keep their livestock healthy. They're sometimes used as "quick fixes", to avoid more costly management measures like regular disinfection, waste management, routine vaccination or provision of clean drinking water......»»
Spinning, magnetic micro-robots help researchers probe immune cell recognition
Researchers at the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and the Department of Chemistry at the University of Chicago have engineered tiny, spinning micro-robots that bind to immune cells to probe their function. The robot, or "hexapod," gives sci.....»»
SwitchBot Mini Robot Vacuum K10+ review: Small, but helpful, robot vacuum with incoming Matter support
The SwitchBot K10+ is a small, hard-working robot vacuum that promises to support Matter in a future update. But unless you have the SwitchBot Hub 2, it won't be HomeKit compatible.SwitchBot Mini Robot Vacuum K10+ review: K10+ stationed at its base c.....»»
KEF just let the dogs out with its new KC92 and Kube MIE subwoofers
British speaker manufacturers KEF today announced five new subwoofers: the KC92 and a lineup of four new Kube MIE subs ranging from 8 to 15 inches......»»
Stop putting your wet iPhone in rice — seriously
Experts have been warning users against the rice bag technique for over a decade. Now, Apple also advices against putting a wet iPhone inside dry rice......»»
Vacuum Presidents’ Day deals on upright, robot and cordless vacs
If you need a new vacuum of any kind for your home, you're going to want to make sure that you don't miss the discounts from this year's Presidents' Day deals......»»
TikTok under investigation in Europe for failing to protect children, and more
Popular short-form video app TikTok is under investigation in Europe for a range of potential breaches of the Digital Services Act (DSA), including failing to protect the privacy and safety of children. The company is also accused of putting the m.....»»
Never sweep your floors again with this $99.99 robot vacuum
Get an open-box Eufy RoboVac G30 Robot Vacuum for just $99.99. TL;DR: As of February 13, get an open-box Eufy RoboVac G30 Robot Vacuum for just $99.99 — that's 15% off.What if we told you that you might never have to vacuum or sweep your.....»»
Get the Roomba j7 for a new all-time low price and fall in love with your floors again
The Roomba j7 is 50% off at Amazon on Valentine's Day, meaning you can upgrade to a robot vacuum with smart mapping and small obstacle avoidance for less than $300. SAVE $302: As of Feb. 14, the iRobot Roomba j7 is $297.99, down from $599.99, a.....»»
The best robot vacuum deals this week include a 50% off Roomba deal we"ve never seen before
Get the Roomba j7 with small obstacle avoidance for $297.99 or the mopping and self-emptying Roborock Q5 Pro+ for $479.97, plus more of the best robot vacuum deals as of Feb. 14. UPDATE: Feb. 14, 2024, 12:30 p.m. EST This story has been upd.....»»
Space surgery: Doctors on ground operate robot on ISS for first time
Earth-bound surgeons remotely controlled a small robot aboard the International Space Station over the weekend, conducting the first-ever such surgery in orbit—albeit on rubber bands......»»
Leading Lab-Grown Meat Company Upside Foods Just Paused a Major Expansion
Upside Foods is putting plans for its Illinois-based cultivated meat factory on hold and laying off staff to focus on its existing plant......»»
Some pre-Roman humans were buried with dogs, horses and other animals
Some people from an ancient community in what is now northern Italy were interred with animals and animal parts from species such as dogs, horses and pigs. The reasons remain mysterious, but might indicate an enduring companion relationship between t.....»»