Views from Taiwan (3): Acer, Asus ride high on record notebook sales
Given the ballpark yearly volume of about 200 million units for the notebook market, estimated worldwide shipment of 238 million units in 2021 outperforming 2020 by 19% is a rarely seen booming record for laptop. According to DIGITIMES Research's sur.....»»
Climate-smart marine spatial planning in Antarctica can be a model for the global ocean
In a paper now published in Science, researchers from leading institutions worldwide propose a comprehensive strategy that connects the latest scientific insights to action on the high seas. The team developed a policy pathway for engaging all releva.....»»
How to high five in XDefiant
There's a lot of shooting and strategy involved in XDefiant's tense, frenetic matches. Let off some steam by giving a teammate a high five for a job well done......»»
Hurry! This HP 17-inch gaming laptop with an RTX 4080 is $600 off
HP When you think of HP, you may think of some of the world’s , but you’re considerably less likely to think of something that gives you a high-quality gaming and entertainment experience. Yet, with lines like HP’s Omen gaming lapto.....»»
Tenways CGO600 Electric Bike review: a great, albeit expensive, bike for a commute to the office
If you're looking for an easy-to-ride electric bike for commuting to work or running errands, the Tenways CGO600 is hard to beat — provided you're willing to drop the cash on it.CGO600 Pro Electric Bike review — A stylish bike for city ridingTher.....»»
Whatever you do, don’t buy the Asus ROG Ally right now
Asus' ROG Ally is still one of the best handheld PCs you can buy, but it's definitely one of the worst times to pick one up......»»
Misinformation swirled during Taiwan"s 2024 elections, says study
With more than 70 countries hosting national elections, 2024 is the biggest election year in history, according to The Economist. But how misinformation impacts elections, especially with the rise in content generated by artificial intelligence, cont.....»»
Best Nintendo Switch Memorial Day sales: console bundles, games, and accessories
We've rounded up the best Nintendo Switch Memorial Day sales for console bundles, games, and accessories. You should hurry though as the offers won't last long......»»
Best Memorial Day washer & dryer sales: Bundle deals from $1,160
Wash and dry with just one buy! These are the best Memorial Day washer and dryer bundle deals now available......»»
Grab the Sony WH-CH520 Headphones with up to 35% Off!
They're going for less than 40 bucks! The post Grab the Sony WH-CH520 Headphones with up to 35% Off! appeared first on Phandroid. While the highlight of Sony’s audio gear selection lies mostly with its high-end WH-1000XM4 and XM5 hea.....»»
Amazon slashes Samsung"s S6 Thunderbolt 4 monitor to $449
Grab the lowest price on record on Samsung's S65TC 34-inch curved widescreen display that offers Thunderbolt 4 support.Grab the lowest price on record on the Samsung ViewFinity S6 monitor.The limited-time special at Amazon knocks $350 off Samsung's V.....»»
Highly sensitive fiber optic gyroscope senses rotational ground motion around active volcano
Researchers have built a prototype fiber optic gyroscope for high resolution, real-time monitoring of ground rotations caused by earthquakes in the active volcanic area of Campi Flegrei in Naples, Italy. A better understanding of the seismic activity.....»»
A review of the applications of mercury stable isotopes for tracing volcanism in geologic events
Mercury is a toxic heavy metal that can exist stably as a gas, with high volatility and global distribution in the atmosphere. Volcanoes represent a primary natural source of Hg in the atmosphere, with significant effects on Hg cycles on both global.....»»
La Niña is coming, raising the chances of a dangerous Atlantic hurricane season
One of the big contributors to the record-breaking global temperatures over the past year—El Niño—is nearly gone, and its opposite, La Niña, is on the way......»»
California is about to tax guns more like alcohol and tobacco—and that could put a dent in gun violence
Starting in July 2024, California will be the first state to charge an excise tax on guns and ammunition. The new tax—an 11% levy on each sale—will come on top of federal excise taxes of 10% or 11% for firearms and California's 6% sales tax......»»
Researchers report structure for developing high-efficiency crystalline white organic light-emitting diodes
Organic light-emitting diodes (OLED) have emerged as a new generation of display technology. Organic crystalline materials possess superior thermal stability, chemical stability, and high carrier mobility, making them an ideal choice for developing l.....»»
Conservation of "Nature"s Strongholds" needed to halt biodiversity loss, say researchers
To achieve global biodiversity targets, conservationists and governments must prioritize the establishment and effective management of large, interconnected protected areas with high ecological integrity, John G. Robinson from the Wildlife Conservati.....»»
Best AirPods Pro deals: Get Apple’s flagship earbuds for $120
Right now you can land some massive savings on Apple's high-end earbuds, the AirPods Pro, and these are the best AirPods Pro deals for doing so......»»
Best Samsung Memorial Day sales: TVs, phones, appliances, more
With Memorial Day on the horizon, these early deals on Samsung gear is perfect for somebody looking to pick up anything from a fridge to a phone......»»
iPhone Plus going the way of the iPhone mini after final update this fall
Earlier this month we saw a report from Jeff Pu predicting that the iPhone 16 lineup will be the last to feature a Plus model. Now a new report from The Information detailing what the high-end iPhone 17 will look like corroborates that the iPhone 16.....»»
Will you buy an ultra-thin iPhone 17 if battery life is reduced? [Poll]
We learned new details about what Apple may ship as the new high-end iPhone in 2025 with a redesigned ultra-thin form factor. But with that change, we could see shorter battery life, particularly compared to the Pro Max model. Would an ultra-thin des.....»»