UNStudio designs Munich apartment block with reconfigurable interiors
Amsterdam-based UNStudio has unveiled its Van B residential building in Munich, which will have plug-in furniture modules so that its apartments can be reconfigured. Read more Amsterdam-based UNStudio has unveiled its Van B residential bui.....»»
Method for decoding asteroid interiors could help aim asteroid-deflecting missions
NASA hit a bullseye in late September with DART, the Double Asteroid Redirection Test, which flew a spacecraft straight at the heart of a nearby asteroid. The one-way kamikaze mission smashed into the stadium-sized space rock and successfully reset t.....»»
China"s underground market for chips draws desperate automakers
In her two-bedroom apartment on the outskirts of Chinese tech hub Shenzhen, Wang woke to a deluge of messages. One read: "SPC5744PFK1AMLQ9, 300 pc, 21+. Any need?".....»»
These robot vacuums make the most sense in a small apartment or home
I live in a studio apartment that's about 20 x 9 feet, plus a bathroom, and honestly, I've always thought my place was too small to house a robot vacuum. I mean, one arm of my sofa practically touches my bed while the other side of the couch is mere.....»»
How Iran Is Using the Protests to Block More Open Internet Access
The Iranian government is taking advantage of Internet shutdowns to push citizens onto a local intranet that is vulnerable to surveillance and censorship.....»»
"Non-essential" building block proves vital to a healthy protein diet
A "non-essential" amino acid—so-called because the body can make it from other nutrients—can act as a nutritional cue to guide the body's responses to a low-protein diet, a RIKEN-led team has found in a study on fruit fly larvae. If a similar con.....»»
Best iPhone 14 cases available for purchase [Updated: Metal and leather, wallets, more]
Our annual collection of the best iPhone 14 cases has arrived and has now been updated with new options, designs, and brands. You’ll find all of the best iPhone 14 cases out there from wallet covers and eco-friendly treatments to protective sheath.....»»
Microsoft just gave you a great way to fight Windows brute-force attacks
Windows is about to become more secure with a recent update from Microsoft that should block a large number of brute-force hacking attempts......»»
Twitter reviewing policies around permanent user bans
Platform is unlikely to reverse decision to block former US President Donald Trump. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | NurPhoto) Twitter is reviewing its controversial policies around permanently banning users, potentially bringi.....»»
Luxury Garmin Marq adventure smartwatches updated to take on Apple Watch Ultra
Garmin's luxury Marq smartwatches have been updated with new designs and new features, ready to appeal to athletes, pilots, sailors, adventurers, and golfers......»»
New system designs nanomaterials that conduct heat in specific ways
Computer chips are packed with billions of microscopic transistors that enable powerful computation, but also generate a great deal of heat. A buildup of heat can slow a computer processor and make it less efficient and reliable. Engineers employ hea.....»»
TikTok adds a 2,200 character limit to video descriptions for wordy people
If you've ever wished a TikTok was accompanied by a large block of text, you're in luck! TikTok now allows you to share longer descriptions on videos. Previously, TikTok's descriptions were limited to a length akin to a tweet, or roughly 300 characte.....»»
Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are Official: Everything to Know About Pricing, Features
The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are official after all the months of teasing, design highlighting, and leaks. The Made by Google event has revealed all that we needed to know, like pricing and a launch date. The new phones have familiar designs th.....»»
Who has your back in a weather emergency?
When a heat wave drives the temperature in your apartment over 100 degrees or your power goes out during a brutally cold winter storm, knowing your neighbors can save your life. Research has shown that communities with strong social ties—where peop.....»»
WhatsApp will block screenshots for photos set to “View Once”
WhatsApp will block screenshots for photos set to “View Once”.....»»
WhatsApp for iPhone to block screenshots for ‘View Once’ images and videos
WhatsApp last year introduced a new option called “View Once” to let users send photos and videos that disappear after they’re opened, similar to what you can do in apps like Snapchat and Instagram. Now the platform wants to take that feature.....»»
The FCC says "game over" for providers that don"t address robocalls
A new order from the Federal Communications Commission means the federal agency is cracking down on robocalls like never before.On Monday, the FCC announced that it would block services from seven voice service providers, or VoIPs, if they don't comp.....»»
Danish Pirate Site Blocking Updated, Telecoms Group Publishes All Domains
Rights Alliance and ISPs have agreed to update their code of conduct to block pirate sites more quickly in Denmark. When one ISP receives an instruction to block a domain, a new process will see other ISPs follow in less than seven days. Meanwhile, D.....»»
The best budget TVs for every home
When it comes to home cinema technology, there’s no doubt about it: We’re living in the future. Nowadays, you can find absolutely enormous 8K TVs with incredible sound systems, stylish designs, and more smart features than you can handle......»»
Spark mail gets major productivity update with new Home Screen, Smart Inbox, email blocking, more
Readdle is out with a major update for its popular Spark email client today. The release brings a slew of updates and fresh features like a new Home Screen, Smart Inbox, Priority Email, Set Aside feature, Command Center, “Gatekeeper” email block.....»»
WWE: Randy Orton"s tattoo artist wins case over designs in game
Jurors agree Take-Two used Catherine Alexander's designs on Orton's player model without permission......»»