What the MasterClass effect means for edtech
MasterClass, which sells a subscription to celebrity-taught classes, sits on the cusp of entertainment and education. It offers virtual, yet aspirational learning: an online tennis class with Serena Williams, a cooking session with Gordon Ramsay. Whi.....»»
2024 iPad mini teardown reveals minimal internal changes
A new teardown of the seventh-generation iPad mini has revealed very little in the way of changes, and no apparent physical change to reduce jelly scrolling despite evidence that the effect is minimized.The seventh-generation iPad mini sports an A17.....»»
The clocks going back tonight means lighter mornings — here"s why that will help you fall asleep faster
The clocks going back tonight means lighter mornings — here"s why that will help you fall asleep faster.....»»
It"s almost Halloween. That means it"s time for a bat beauty contest
Move over, Fat Bear Week. A bat beauty contest is now stepping up to the plate......»»
Molecular study of newly discovered tardigrade species helps explain ability to withstand high doses of radiation
A team of biologists affiliated with several institutions in China has learned more about the means by which tardigrades are able to withstand high doses of radiation. In their study, published in the journal Science, the group focused on a newly fou.....»»
Venom: The Last Dance’s ending, explained
Now that Venom: The Last Dance has premiered, here's a breakdown of the story and what its ending means for Eddie Brock, Venom, and its villain Knull......»»
Apple Watch Series 10 advanced display tech likely coming to iPhone
A new supply-chain report notes that the Apple Watch Series 10 advanced display technology is expected to be adopted in future iPhones. Apple’s trickle-down approach means that the Apple Watch always gets the most advanced display tech first bef.....»»
New on Netflix: November 2024
A new month is around the corner, which means dozens of new movies and shows are coming to Netflix. If you’re looking forward to watching … The post New on Netflix: November 2024 appeared first on BGR. A new month is around the.....»»
Thunderbolts* title might be a mind-blowing surprise you didn’t see coming
Thunderbolts* comes out on May 2nd, 2025, which means we have more than six months to go until we finally learn what that asterisk in … The post Thunderbolts* title might be a mind-blowing surprise you didn’t see coming appeared first on.....»»
Gardens prevent pollinators from starving when farmland nectar is scarce, study finds
Gardens offer a steady and reliable source of nectar all year round, helping to keep pollinators fed when farmland sources are limited, researchers have discovered. This consistency means that even small patches of gardens in rural areas can sustain.....»»
Apple’s VP of talent and recruiting departing in yet another executive shakeup
It’s another day, and there’s yet another report of a departure among high-ranking Apple leadership. Today it’s Apple’s VP of talent and recruiting head Sjoerd Gehring, who is leaving for a new role at Citadel. Here’s what that means for Ap.....»»
Apple needs a cheaper Vision Pro to convince developers to get on board with the platform
Apple Vision Pro went on sale in February, but the product has struggled to gain traction. With a starting price of $3,500 in the US, most of its customers are tech enthusiasts. For Apple, this also means that there aren’t many developers intereste.....»»
Disney+ and Hulu ditch App Store In-App Purchase billing as latest round of price increases goes into effect
In the past, Apple has always required streaming platforms available on the App Store to provide a way for users to subscribe directly through the app using in-app purchases. However, as this is no longer a requirement, many platforms have been ditch.....»»
Apple"s iPad mini 6 falls to record low $349, making room for 7th Gen
The last-gen iPad mini 6 is back on sale at Amazon, returning to its all-time best price of $349.99 as the iPad mini 7 hits store shelves tomorrow.Grab blowout deals on the iPad mini 6 - Image credit: AppleBlowout deals are in effect on the iPad mini.....»»
Seismic anisotropy in the deep mantle could partly be derived from the deformation of hydrous phase D
Shear waves split into fast and slow waves when they travel through elastically anisotropic media, and the anisotropy of the seismic velocity is recorded by seismic stations. In the Earth's deep interior, this is usually interpreted as the effect of.....»»
Forest fires are shifting north and intensifying—here"s what that means for the planet
Fires have long been a natural part of forest ecosystems, but something is changing. Our new study shows that forest fires have become more widespread and severe amid global heating, particularly in the high northern latitudes such as Canada and Sibe.....»»
What to do if your iPhone or Android smartphone gets stolen?
A lost, stolen, or compromised smartphone today means we are in serious trouble. Most people have everything related to their personal and professional lives stored on their phones, a fact that criminals are well aware of. Cybersecurity risks resulti.....»»
Developers now required to provide public address and phone number for EU App Store
As we reported in August, a change coming to the App Store in the European Union would force developers to provide a public address and phone number that would become visible to customers in the region. As of today, the change has come into effect an.....»»
A method to switch between optical pulling and pushing forces by altering the shape of Fermi arcs in Weyl systems
Optical forces, which act like an invisible "hand," are capable of precisely controlling tiny particles. Optical tweezers, a well-known tool, use this force to capture and manipulate small objects such as cells, bacteria, and viruses. This effect is.....»»
New study reveals a global consensus on what democracy means
Most people in most countries state that they wish to have a democratic government. But the definition of democracy has been constantly contested. Without understanding what people really mean by democracy, the concept is vulnerable to being exploite.....»»
iPad mini 7 charging speed limited to 20W, around a 2-hour charge
A regulatory filing reveals that the iPad mini 7 charging speed is limited to 20W, the same as its predecessor. This means that the device will take around an hour to charge to 70%, and about two hours to go from empty to fully-charged – signifi.....»»