Thick lithosphere casts doubt on plate tectonics in Venus"s geologically recent past
At some point between 300 million and 1 billion years ago, a large cosmic object smashed into the planet Venus, leaving a crater more than 170 miles in diameter. A team of Brown University researchers has used that ancient impact scar to explore the.....»»
A newly refined map of Zealandia drawn using study of dredged rock samples
A small international team of geologists and seismologists has created a newly refined map of Zealandia using data obtained from dredged rock samples recovered from the ocean floor. They report details in the journal Tectonics......»»
The Pixel Fold’s screen repair will cost $900
All the displays, cameras, batteries, and back plate are now for sale. The front of the Pixel Fold display. [credit: iF.....»»
One-atom-thick phosphorus/arsenic alloy ribbons could improve batteries, solar cells and sensors
Researchers at UCL have created one-atom-thick ribbons made of phosphorus alloyed with arsenic that could dramatically improve the efficiency of devices such as batteries, supercapacitors and solar cells......»»
Technique for 3D printing metals at the nanoscale reveals surprise benefit
Late last year, Caltech researchers revealed that they had developed a new fabrication technique for printing microsized metal parts containing features about as thick as three or four sheets of paper......»»
Venus on Earth: NASA"s VERITAS science team studies volcanic Iceland
With its crushing atmospheric pressure, clouds of sulfuric acid, and searing surface temperature, Venus is an especially challenging place to study. But scientists know that observing its surface can provide key insights into the habitability and evo.....»»
Microsoft’s executive shake-up casts a shadow on upcoming Surface event
Microsoft announced a major executive shake-up with Panos Panay leaving, and it puts the company's upcoming Surface event in a strange spot......»»
Nothing Phone 2 60-day review: much more than good looks
The Nothing Phone 2. is without a doubt, the flashiest device I’ve used in 2023, in more ways than one. While there are many who have labeled it as having more style than substance, after using it for two months now, I think the Nothing Phone 2 is.....»»
Just what we needed: another Apple dongle, this time for USB-C to Lightning
Think the iPhone 15's transition to USB-C would simplify the contents of your cable drawer, or neaten up the bottom of your backpack? Think again.Just in case there was any doubt, Apple's using the occasion of the release of the iPhone 15 to sell fol.....»»
How to prove you"ve discovered alien life: New research offers a guide
In the past few decades, several phenomena have led to excited speculation in the scientific community that they might indeed be indications that there is extraterrestrial life. It will no doubt happen again......»»
DEAL: Insane deal lets you save up to $980 on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra!
Samsung’s running a crazy deal right now where you can save up to $980 on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra! The post DEAL: Insane deal lets you save up to $980 on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra! appeared first on Phandroid. Without a doubt, th.....»»
Flashes of light in Venusian atmosphere may be meteors, not lightning
A team of planetary scientists at Arizona State University has found evidence that the multitude of bright flashes in Venus' atmosphere may be due to meteors passing through, not lightning strikes. In their paper published in Journal of Geophysical R.....»»
Study shows jackdaws switch friends to gain food, but stick with family
Jackdaws ditch old friends and make new ones if it helps them get rewards—but stick with family through thick and thin, new research shows......»»
Unraveling a paradox of Himalayan glacier melt
One in five glaciers on Earth are covered with a layer of rocky debris. The presence of debris influences how glaciers melt. In the Himalaya, debris covers most large glaciers, and it is so thick that it should insulate the ice, slowing the rates of.....»»
China"s fury over Fukushima water casts shadow on Asean Forum
China's outrage over Japan's release of treated wastewater from the crippled Fukushima nuclear plant has dimmed prospects for improved ties when top officials of the two countries meet this week......»»
JWST plucks one single star out of a galaxy seen 12.5 billion years ago
After years of build-up and anticipation, the James Webb Space Telescope finally launched into orbit on December 25th, 2021 (what a Christmas present, huh?). Since then, the stunning images and data it has returned have proven beyond a doubt that it.....»»
ChromeOS M116 Beta Arrives with New Updates
The new version carries several much-welcome updates, which ChromeOS users will no doubt find helpful. The post ChromeOS M116 Beta Arrives with New Updates appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re using a ChromeOS-powered device, then.....»»
Galaxy Z Fold 5: My Favorite Multitasking Tips
With its large screen, there’s little doubt that buyers of the Galaxy Z Fold 5 should want to take advantage of all that real estate. How would you best accomplish that? For me, multitasking via Multi Window is the main go, but Samsung has buil.....»»
Trash fire "emergency" chokes locals on Indonesia"s Java
A days-long fire at a landfill in Indonesia's most populous province has been declared an emergency by local authorities as thick and putrid smoke from the blaze chokes nearby residents, officials said Friday......»»
Talc may make Mexico"s subduction zone more slippery
The Mexican state of Guerrero, located on the country's Pacific coast, is known for its rich cultural history and for iconic beach destinations like Acapulco. It is also home to a geologically curious subduction zone......»»
These Pompeii victims choked on ash while covering themselves with garments
Study of plaster casts from Porta Nola indicate asphyxiation—but just for these cases. Enlarge / Archeologists Gianni Gallello (front) and Llorenç Alapont (back) measure a plaster cast of a Pompeii victim by pXRF. (credit: Ala.....»»