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.....»»
Q&A: Do guns belong in the hands of domestic abusers?
On Nov. 7, the Supreme Court is scheduled to begin hearing United States v. Rahimi, a gun rights case that will decide if a federal law prohibiting possession of firearms by people subject to domestic violence protection orders is Constitutional—in.....»»
Matter adds support for fridges, air purifiers, robot vacuums, and more with massive 1.2 update
The Matter 1.2 update is now available, bringing the interoperability standard to nine new device types -- including robot vacuums, air purifiers, and more......»»
Skin and gut microbiome analysis offers new therapeutic perspectives on atopic dermatitis in Shiba Inu dogs
Complex diseases—including cancer, metabolic diseases and allergies—affect not only humans, but also domestic animals, such as dogs. Approximately 10% of the dog population suffers from canine atopic dermatitis (cAD). This well-known common disea.....»»
Matter 1.2 finally adds robot vacuums & fridges to HomeKit
After months with nothing from Matter's regulatory body, the home automation spec has been updated to 1.2, bringing compatibility with nine new accessory types including robot vacuum cleaners and appliances.Roborock's vacuums could soon work with Hom.....»»
Eureka: With GPT-4 overseeing training, robots can learn much faster
GPU-based physics simulator speeds up reality by "1,000x" while GPT-4 calls the shots. Enlarge / In this still captured from a video provided by Nvidia, a simulated robot hand learns pen tricks, trained by Eureka, using simultane.....»»
Do people everywhere care less about their cats than their dogs?
Do canines get more care? Some studies have suggested pet owners are less emotionally attached to and less willing to finance care for cats than dogs, possibly because of cats' behavior: cats may be perceived as caring less about humans and needing l.....»»
The Narwal Freo robot vac cleans so carefully, you’ll want to leave a tip
The Narwal Freo may be slow, but it does an incredible job vacuuming and mopping, if you're willing to keep an eye on it......»»
Dealmaster: OLED TVs, Apple gear, a robot vacuum, and more
Holiday deals are already here, apparently. Enlarge / LG C3 OLED TV mounted in a living room. (credit: Best Buy/LG) Like it or not, holiday shopping season isn't that far off, and we're already seeing deals rev up for te.....»»
Amazon’s new humanoid robot will not take human jobs, company insists
It looks like a human and it moves like a human but Amazon insists its latest robot will not replace workers at its warehouses but instead work alongside them......»»
Can golden retrievers live longer? Researchers find gene associated with longevity in the breed
Golden retrievers are one of the most popular breeds of dogs. But research shows they have up to a 65% chance of dying from cancer. In a new study, University of California, Davis, researchers set out to find if certain genetic factors could help the.....»»
Daily deals Oct. 19: $1,100 off 16" MacBook Pro, $150 off LG UltraFine 5K monitor, Roborock S7 robot vacuum $349, more
Today's top deals include up to 41% off Samsung monitors, Apple Watch Series 6 from $157, 41% off Skullcandy Hesh wireless headphones, 42% off a Roborock S7 robot vacuum & mop, 29% off a Hisense 65" 4K Google Smart TV, and more.Save $1,100 on a 2021.....»»
How to fix a robot vacuum that stops moving
There are several reasons your robot vacuum might not be moving. From checking its wheels to updating its software, here are all the ways to fix the problem......»»
6 early Black Friday robot vacuum deals happening right now
Black Friday robot vacuum deals have arrived early for certain retailers, so you no longer have to wait to get these cleaning devices with massive discounts......»»
Dogs prefer food over toys, according to study
Man's best friend is as treat-obsessed as we all thought......»»
Study reveals surprising insights into dog sterilization, obesity
As researchers continue to delve into the effects—both negative and positive—of spaying and neutering dogs, data included in a recent scientific publication in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association indicate that obesity rates.....»»
Inside the Race to Crush Paris’ Bedbug Crisis
Humans are teaming up with dogs to eliminate the blood-sucking pests, but there's no overarching strategy, just eye-watering costs......»»
Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni vs. iRobot Roomba Combo j9+: Which premium robot vacuum is best?
If you're looking for a premium robot vacuum and mop combo, the Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni and iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ fit the bill. But which is best?.....»»
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NZ police are using AI to catch criminals—but the law urgently needs to catch up too, researcher says
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) by New Zealand police is putting the spotlight on policing tactics in the 21st century......»»
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