US Pentagon Changes Its Mind About DJI Drones
After temporarily grounding its fleet of more than 500 DJI drones in January 2020 over cybersecurity concerns, the Pentagon has finally cleared two of DJI's drones of any security risks. An analysis of the two DJI drones built for government use foun.....»»
"Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" may be first 3D Apple Vision Pro show
Apple may be working on video content for the Apple Vision Pro, with "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" possibly being made with the headset in mind.[Twitter/@sigjudge]The Apple Vision Pro offers users the ability to watch video content on giant virtual s.....»»
Get two beginner-friendly Ninja drones for $220 off
TL;DR: The Ninja Dragon Phantom K Pro and Blade X Pro drones are on sale for just $149.99 instead of $369.99 — that's $220 off, and a savings of 59%. Drones are no longer exclusive to those who are tech-savvy. Just about anyone can fly and use.....»»
The best last-minute Father"s Day gifts
Whose bright idea was it to cram Father's Day right in the middle of graduation season and summer kickoff parties? There are so many distractions this time of year that you'd almost be forgiven if Father's Day totally slipped your mind. But with June.....»»
Gift your grad 4K drones with this 2-device bundle, on sale
TL;DR: As of June 9, get the Ninja Dragon Phantom K PRO + Alpha Z Pro Drone Bundle for just $174.99 (reg. $369.99) — that's 52% off.June is for the grads and dads (even if their gift is belated), and if you still find yourself stumped as to how.....»»
Horror movie legend John Carpenter is making a new zombie game
Toxic Commando, a new zombie game from the mind of famed film director John Carpenter, was revealed at Summer Game Fest 2023......»»
"We no longer know what reality is." How tech companies are working to help detect AI-generated images
For a brief moment last month, an image purporting to show an explosion near the Pentagon spread on social media, causing panic and a market sell-off. The image, which bore all the hallmarks of being generated by AI, was later debunked by authorities.....»»
Mind how you use brain data, privacy watchdog warns
An increasing number of companies are interested in "neurotech", the information commissioner says......»»
Tim Cook: Apple Vision Pro tech is mindblowing, and will be too expensive for many
Speaking on "Good Morning America," Apple CEO Tim Cook has acknowledged that Apple Vision Pro will be too expensive for many, but says the cost is because of the "mind-blowing" engineering in it.Tim Cook on "Good Morning America"Following the launch.....»»
Can forest fires be predicted? How drones, data and computer science are being used in western Canada
Where there's smoke, there's fire—and with tools ranging from fire tower lookouts to satellites, a forest fire can be readily detected......»»
Zero One Hundred Conference @ Maker Faire Rome 2023
CALL FOR MAKERS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 15TH! Dedicated to all those who have a brilliant idea in mind that they would like to present. Makers, startups and companies exhibiting at this year’s Maker Faire Rome will have the opportunity to present their pr.....»»
Pentagon buying Starlink dishes for Ukraine after funding dispute with SpaceX
DoD confirms deal months after Musk said he'd "keep funding Ukraine for free." Enlarge / Starlink satellite dish seen on September 25, 2022 in Izyum, Kharkiv region, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. (credit: Getty Images | Y.....»»
The Nothing Phone (2) was built with sustainability in mind
The Nothing Phone (2) was built with sustainability in mind.....»»
Twitter valuation fell massively; Pentagon explosion hoax; anti-harrassment app closing
Elon Musk recently admitted that Twitter is now worth less than half of the $44B he paid for it, but it now appears that the current Twitter valuation may actually be a third of the sum he paid … more… The post Twitter valuation fell massively.....»»
Hidden in plain sight: Windshield washer fluid is an unexpected emission source
Exhaust fumes probably come to mind when considering vehicle emissions, but they aren't the only source of pollutants released by a daily commute. In a recent Environmental Science & Technology study, researchers report that alcohols in windshield wa.....»»
This Tiny Orrery Fits In Your Hand And Has A Web Interface
I’m a fan of orreries. These little models of our planetary bodies and orbits are truly fascinating and have captured my mind ever since I saw the big mechanical one featured in the movie The Dark Crystal. Give me any orrery and I’m happ.....»»
New study finds bio-based plastic and plastic-blend textiles do not biodegrade in the ocean
Plastic pollution is seemingly omnipresent in society, and while plastic bags, cups, and bottles may first come to mind, plastics are also increasingly used to make clothing, rugs, and other textiles......»»
Android Reading mode just got a lot more accessible
Google has announced an update for its Reading mode app that includes support for background playback support. Back in December last year, Google announced the Reading mode app. This is an app designed with accessibility in mind, where it.....»»
How the technology behind ChatGPT could make mind-reading a reality
On a recent Sunday morning, I found myself in a pair of ill-fitting scrubs, lying flat on my back in the claustrophobic confines of an fMRI machine at a research facility in Austin, Texas. "The things I do for television," I thought......»»
Ford Retunes Its AM Radio Decision After Massive Backlash
Not many people tune into AM radio stations, but the old-school radio tech has stuck around for a good reason. That's why Ford has changed its mind. Not many peo.....»»
Fake Pentagon “explosion” photo sows confusion on Twitter
Incident shows weakness of Twitter's verification system, speed of misinformation. Enlarge / A fake AI-generated image of an "explosion" near the Pentagon that went viral on Twitter. (credit: Twitter) On Monday, a tweete.....»»