Virtual tours make pig farming more transparent
Many people would like to see better animal welfare and transparency in livestock farming. In recent years, agriculture has increasingly tried to be more open, for example by offering farm tours. Even though farm tours are well received or appreciate.....»»
More Apple Vision Pro environments surface to show where you can virtually be
More virtual environments users of the Apple Vision Pro will use while using the headset have surfaced, showcasing not only the visuals but also spatial sounds they will experience.The Apple Vision Pro offers users a choice of how immersive their mix.....»»
COP28: Countries promise action on food and farming
Countries must act swiftly following a landmark declaration on sustainable agriculture and food systems at COP28 to protect farmers and vulnerable groups from the effects of climate change, research leaders urge......»»
Planting less water-intensive crops in the western United States would help alleviate water scarcity, study finds
Across the world, irrigation dominates freshwater consumption, accounting for 88% of all the freshwater consumed on a global scale. In the western United States, this is no different, as irrigated farming is the leading driver of water depletion in t.....»»
Real connections trump virtual gatherings: The magic of in-person events
From virtual dance parties and raves to virtual happy hours and potlucks—online gatherings reached new heights during COVID-19, helping individuals stay connected during lockdowns......»»
Satellite observations reveal latitudinal variability and asymmetry in local temperature responses to land cover changes
Land cover changes (LCCs) affect surface temperatures at local scale through biophysical processes. However, limited by the coarse spatial resolution of available data, past observation-based studies mainly focused on the potential effects of virtual.....»»
KISS reveals they"ll continue to perform as virtual avatars
Glam rock icons KISS unveiled new digital avatars at their final show, revealing that they will continue to perform in the band's stead. Glam rock icons KISS have unveiled new digital avatars that will continue to rock and roll in the band's st.....»»
Don’t miss these deals on the Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro
Go virtual and save a few bucks with the Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro VR headsets, each of which are currently seeing discounts at Best Buy......»»
Express VPN joins the growing ranks of VPNs on Apple TV
The VPNs have come for Apple TV, and ExpressVPN is atop the heap. But do you need a virtual private network on your streaming device?.....»»
Kiss to become "immortal" thanks to Abba"s avatar technology
After playing their farewell concert, the rock stars announce they will continue as a virtual band......»»
Best webcam for Mac for streaming, Zoom meetings & more
In an era where remote work and virtual meetings have become the norm, having a high-quality webcam is more critical than ever. Here are the best webcam for Mac choices for gamers, healthcare workers, and content creators.The best webcams for all use.....»»
Nearly half of the world is suitable for diversified farming for sustainable intensification, finds study
Agriculture, like other sectors of the economy, is a profit-driven business. Simple cultivation systems such as monocultures have therefore become firmly established, because they promise higher returns. However, they are more susceptible to diseases.....»»
How to use Siri to read a web page in iOS 17
In the latest iOS 17 update, Apple has introduced an enhanced Siri feature that allows the virtual assistant to read web articles aloud. Here's how to get started.Use Siri to listen to webpages in iOS 17With Siri's new capability, users can now have.....»»
Take a first look at Vision Pro"s 3D virtual "Yosemite Environment"
Apple Vision Pros 3D wallpaper has now been shown off by a developer, revealing how the headset can present apps and controls as if floating in a 3D environment like a wintry Yosemite.Vision Pro controls floating in a wintry Yosemite environmentApple.....»»
Researchers triple carbon nanotube yield for LEDs, solar cells, flexible and transparent electronics
Skoltech scientists have found a way to improve the most widely used technology for producing single-walled carbon nanotube films—a promising material for solar cells, LEDs, flexible and transparent electronics, smart textiles, medical imaging, tox.....»»
No easy way to communicate the impacts of climate change, says study
In a new article titled "Using virtual simulations of future extreme weather events to communicate climate change risk and published in PLOS Climate," Singapore Management University Assistant Professor of Urban Sustainability Terry van Gevelt and hi.....»»
VR headset Cyber Monday deals: Save on Meta Quest 2 and more
Virtual reality is here and so are some savings with these early Cyber Monday VR headset deals......»»
How certain media talk about AI may have everything to do with political ideology
Even as artificial intelligence (AI) becomes embedded into every fabric our daily lives—from language translation to virtual personal assistants—it continues to be a divisive issue. As its reach expands, Virginia Tech researchers are seeking to u.....»»
UK report highlights vital contribution of "virtual schools" for children in care
A new study highlights the vital contribution of 'virtual schools' for children in care and recommends ten ways to improve their educational outcomes......»»
"Naked Clams": Aquaculture system hopes to turn marine pest into nutritious seafood
Researchers hoping to rebrand a marine pest as a nutritious food have developed the world's first system of farming shipworms, which they have renamed "Naked Clams." These long, white saltwater clams are the world's fastest-growing bivalve and can re.....»»
A cost-efficient and transparent method to measure carbon dioxide emission estimates using GOSAT
Researchers in Japan and Mongolia have carried out the world's first instance of incorporating satellite-based CO2 emission estimates into a GHG emission report as the verification on the Second Biennial Update Report (BUR2) of Mongolia submitted to.....»»