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.....»»
iOS 18 is about to make Apple Maps better than ever
Apple Maps is finally getting a vital "Search Here" button that should be a huge quality of life improvement to users. Here's what it does......»»
Mirai-esque botnet is hitting Zyxel NAS devices
Affected NAS devices had reached end-of-life, but there is a patch, so make sure to protect your endpoints straight away......»»
This ThinkPad laptop is $1,670 off in Lenovo’s massive sale
Optimize your workflow, workday, and work-life balance with this terrific discount on the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3. Save $1,670 while supplies last!.....»»
When people are under economic stress, their pets suffer too—we found parts of Detroit that are animal welfare deserts
Nearly two-thirds of U.S. households have at least one pet. More than ever before, companion animals are a part of life—particularly in cities, where the majority of Americans live......»»
Bats use four key tactics for accurate target tracking
The ability of "target tracking," i.e., keeping a target object in sight, is essential for various activities and has improved in animals and machines through the evolution of life and technology, respectively. Because most sensing systems are inevit.....»»
10 best sci-fi book-to-movie adaptations, ranked
Read up on sci-fi adaptations like Jurassic Park and Interstellar. Their thrilling visuals and masterful direction bring beloved books to life on the big screen......»»
Beats Pill (2024) speaker review: the best portable for under $200
The Beats Pill is back and better than ever, with a much lower price, much bigger battery, and sound quality that — ahem — beats the best......»»
Hands-on: iPhone Mirroring with iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia [Video]
Yesterday, Apple released the second beta for iOS 18 and macOS 10.15 Sequoia, and it arrived featuring one of the headline components shared between both OSes. iPhone Mirroring, a feature that lets you both mirror and fully control an iPhone via Cont.....»»
INSANE DEAL knocks 50% off the Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum!
The Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum is enjoying an insane 50% discount right now, so what are you waiting for? Get on this deal today! The post INSANE DEAL knocks 50% off the Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum! appeared first on Phandroid. Doing hous.....»»
If Apple"s research pans out, an iPhone could be a portable science lab
Apple is researching how to make an iPhone accessory that can be used to perform spectroscopy in the field, and inexpensively.Detail from the patent showing a possible sample testing systemThink of how "Star Trek" tricorders also came in a medical ve.....»»
Detecting intelligent life that"s light years away: Greenhouse gases could signal alien activity
If aliens modified a planet in their solar system to make it warmer, we'd be able to tell. A new UC Riverside study identifies the artificial greenhouse gases that would be giveaways of a terraformed planet......»»
Researchers use gold membrane to coax secrets out of surfaces
Using a special wafer-thin gold membrane, ETH researchers have made it significantly easier to study surfaces. The membrane makes it possible to measure properties of surfaces that are inaccessible to conventional methods......»»
iPadOS 18 lets you format external drives on an iPad [U: iPhone too]
Digital artist and developer Kabel Cadle has spotted a handy new feature in iPadOS 18. For the first time, you can format external drives on an iPad, choosing between three different format options. Update: The same option is also available on the iP.....»»
Apple and Meta iOS 18 AI chatbot integration discussions ended long ago
Apple reportedly not in talks with Meta about integrating its AI with iPhone similar to its partnership with OpenAI, citing privacy concerns.Apple and Meta are reportedly not in discussions over AI chatbot integrationEarlier in June, a report claimed.....»»
New paradigm in photothermal therapy: Researchers develop ultrasound-assisted photothermal therapy technology
Professor Jin-ho Chang's research team from the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at DGIST has developed "Ultrasound-assisted photothermal therapy (ULTRA-PTT)" technology that significantly enhances the performance of conventi.....»»
Scientists identify safe havens we must preserve to prevent "the sixth great extinction of life on Earth"
In a new article, a coalition of conservationists and researchers have shown how we can protect Earth's remaining biodiversity by conserving just a tiny percentage of the planet's surface. This affordable, achievable plan would make it possible for u.....»»
Narwal Freo X Ultra review: smart and powerful whole home cleaning
The Narwal Freo X Ultra is a robot vacuum and mop with plenty of tech packed into a unit that doesn't ruin your home's aesthetic.Narwal Freo X Ultra reviewThere are a lot of robot vacuum and mop products on the market, so it can be challenging to sta.....»»
iOS 18 brings RCS to the iPhone, but you might not be able to use it anytime soon
As announced by Apple at WWDC 2024, iOS 18 officially brings support for RCS – or Rich Communication Services – to the iPhone. However, as we previously reported, the feature doesn’t seem to be available to beta users. Unfortunately, iOS 18 bet.....»»
Apple and Meta not in discussions over AI chatbot, report claims
Apple reportedly not in talks with Meta about integrating its AI with iPhone similar to its partnership with OpenAI, citing privacy concerns.Apple and Meta are reportedly not in discussions over AI chatbot integrationEarlier in June, a report claimed.....»»
Why does my iPhone say SOS? What it means and how to get rid of it
Is your iPhone showing an SOS indicator in the status bar? Don't panic. Here's what that means and how to get rid of it......»»