Undisputed is no heavyweight boxing sim, but it still packs a punch
Boxing simulator Undisputed is finally coming out of early access, and the final version holds its own despite it being a bit of a featherweight......»»
Highlights of the day: TSMC expanding 5nm capacity
TSMC is fast expanding capacity for 5nm process to meet strong demand from a host of heavyweight clients, including Apple, AMD and MediaTek. The foundry house's capacity for 5nm process is expected hike by one third in second-half 2021 compared to th.....»»
Reducing salt in Parmigiano Reggiano cheese might not negatively affect its flavor
Aged cheeses pack a punch of nutty, sharp flavor. Before they're fully mature, aged cheeses are either waxed or placed in brine for weeks to create a natural rind. However, the high salt content in brined cheeses deters some consumers. Now, researche.....»»
Rode’s Wireless Go II delivers key upgrades to the best mobile mic for creators
Rode Microphones has a new and improved version of its much-loved Go portable mic, the Wireless Go II, which uses the same form factor as the original but adds a list of new and improved features. Most notably, the Go II offers two transmitter packs.....»»
Wyze Robot Vacuum review: Efficiency without the pricey cost
The Wyze Robot Vacuum packs efficient cleaning and smart mapping, all wrapped into a solid $250 package......»»
Here’s every PS5 game that supports ray tracing
The PS5 packs real-time ray tracing into a home console, but how many games actually support the feature? We rounded up every one that does......»»
Titan nabs $12.5M for ‘next generation’ investment management
Titan, a startup that is building a retail investment management platform aimed at millennials, has closed on $12.5 million in a Series A round led by VC heavyweight General Catalyst. A bevy of other investors put money in the round, including Sound.....»»
Researchers uncover hidden hunting tactics of wolves in Minnesota"s Northwoods
Wolves are arguably the most well-studied large predators in the world, yet new research shows there is still a lot to learn about their hunting tactics. Typically, wolves hunt large mammals like moose, deer, and bison in packs by outrunning, outlast.....»»
Looking for a tiny but powerful PC? Check out the Minisforum U820/U850
Minisforum packs in more flexibility and expandability than most tiny PCs do. Like Minisforum's earlier designs, the U8x0 packs a lot more expandability into its tiny form factor than you might.....»»
MediaTek’s new M80 modem packs in Sub-6 and mmWave 5G
MediaTek has announced the M80 modem, its first to integrate both Sub-6 and mmWave 5G technologies, ready for use in smartphones later this year......»»
Razer"s new Viper 8K gaming mouse features true 8000Hz polling
The new Viper 8K packs a 20,000 DPI Focus+ optical sensor alongside Razer’s second-gen optical mouse switches, which are rated for 70 million clicks and are said to offer more tactile feedback than the originals......»»
Polk’s $249 expandable React Soundbar packs virtual 5.1 surround sound and Alexa
The $249 Polk Audio React soundbar can deliver virtual 5.1 surround sound on its own, or you can expand it with wireless speakers and a wireless subwoofer......»»
Scientists surprised to find that electric eels sometimes hunt in packs
Discovery raises fresh questions about how the eels communicate. Volta's electric eels can gather in groups, working together to corral smaller fish in shallower waters, a new study finds. Then, smaller groups of about 10 eels attack in un.....»»
Samsung"s Galaxy S21 Ultra features adaptive refresh rate, S Pen support, 5G and more
The Galaxy S21 Ultra packs a 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity-O Display (3,200 x 1,440 pixels, 515 PPI) that’s HDR10+ certified. The screen additionally boasts an adaptive refresh rate that adjusts to the content you are viewing, from 10Hz to 12.....»»
Hard to crack research reveals how crop roots penetrate hard soils
Scientists have discovered a signal that causes roots to stop growing in hard soils which can be 'switched off' to allow them to punch through compacted soil—a discovery that could help plants to grow in even the most damaged soils......»»
HP"s new Elite Folio convertible packs a Snapdragon SoC
The HP Elite Folio features a 13.5-inch touchscreen display (1,920 x 1,280) coated in Corning Gorilla Glass 5 that’s powered by a Qualcomm 8cx Gen 2 processor, up to 16GB of DDR4 and up to 512GB of NVMe SSD storage......»»
The best thrillers on Hulu right now
Are you ready to be thrilled? We picked out the best thrillers you can watch on Hulu, including Hollywood classics and new indie features that pack a punch......»»
The best Minecraft texture packs
Minecraft texture packs don't change anything about how the game plays, but give your world a fresh coat of paint. Here are some of the best you can download......»»
LFP batteries fast gaining momentum in EV
The global volume of LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery packs adopted for new electric vehicles (EVs) will surpass that of ternary ones in 2021, China-based media has cited Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) as indicating......»»
Spotify got a big boost this year from an unexpected audience
One of the undisputed winners of 2020's work-from-home transition has been Spotify, and it's not just because of all the new Taylor Swift albums and addictive true-crime podcasts......»»
Numbers don’t lie: Roku’s streaming spats have given Amazon the edge
Roku -- once the undisputed leader in streaming devices -- has been eclipsed by Amazon's Fire TV platform, which reports more monthly active users globally......»»