Technology News
Review: Running or not, you'll want the Polar M430 on your wrist
Ars Technica - 21 May 2017 15:00
A thoughtful update makes the M430 a better running watch than Polar's M400.
Apple Music's Three-Month Trial is No Longer Free in Australia, Spain, and Switzerland
Mac Rumors - 21 May 2017 16:29
Since launching in June 2015, Apple Music has offered a free three-month trial in the United States and over 100 other countries around the world. In some countries, such as Ireland and the Netherlands, the free trial is...
Microsoft's true holographic display fits in your glasses
Engadget - 21 May 2017 03:27
A lot of the technology billed as holographic, well, isn't. Not even HoloLens. Real holography requires a laser-generated 3D image, and it's no mean feat to stuff that into something you can comfortably wear. Microsoft j...
Bacteria could lead to cleaner methane power
Engadget - 21 May 2017 07:28
Methane as a greenhouse gas isn't all that eco-friendly when used for power, but scientists might have a way to keep the damage to a minimum. Penn State researchers have crafted microbial fuel cells that can convert meth...
WannaCry ransomware's real victim: Your local corner store - CNET
CNET - 21 May 2017 01:04
Six out of 10 small businesses shut down after cyberattacks. Here's why.
NASA Calls for Europa Mission Instrument Ideas
Scientific American - 21 May 2017 17:00
Researchers should begin planning instruments to go on a potential life-hunting lander mission to Jupiter's ocean-harboring moon Europa, the space agency said --
Swiss to vote on gradual nuclear phaseout, energy makeover
Phys.org - 21 May 2017 16:20
The Swiss will vote in a referendum Sunday on a planned overhaul of the country's energy system by gradually replacing the power from its ageing nuclear reactors with renewable sources.
Watch out in a world of connected objects, cyber specialists warn
Phys.org - 21 May 2017 16:10
The massive global cyber attack that wreaked havoc in computer systems earlier this month caused plenty of visible disruption, not least in Britain's National Health Service.
Ultra-high-def TV's image problem, and how to fix it
USA Today - 21 May 2017 15:51
Here's why DVDs may look bad on your UHD television and what to do about it
iPhone 8 design molds leak, revealing similar size to iPhone 7
Slash Gear - 21 May 2017 15:00
When it comes to the much-rumored “iPhone 8,” we’ve long been hearing that Apple will debut the premium, flagship smartphone alongside the slightly updated iPhone 7s and 7s Plus. The belief is that the iPhone 8 wil...
Grovemade Gold Wood Watch 02
The Gadget Flow - 21 May 2017 15:00
Wear it all right on your wrist with the Grovemade Gold Wood Watch 02. This stunning timepiece combines a variety of materials to create a bold and striking yet elegant design. Nestled inside is an ultra-precise Mityoa 5...
UK switches on the world's largest wind turbines
Engadget - 21 May 2017 12:29
The largest wind turbines in the world have recently started producing energy for the UK. Dong Energy, the Danish company behind the project, has recently switched on the 32 gigantic structures in Liverpool Bay. The turb...
Digital Society Boosted by Stunning SpaceX Launch Delivering Inmarsat Mobile Broadband Satellite to Orbit - Photo/Video Gallery
Universe Today - 21 May 2017 05:58
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FL - The worlds emerging 'Digital Society' gained a big boost following SpaceX's stunningly beautiful twilight launch of a Falcon 9 that successfully delivered the huge 6.7 ton mobile Inmarsat-5 F4 ...
New Zealand space launch has nation reaching for the stars
ABC News - 21 May 2017 03:03
New Zealand has never had a space program but could soon be launching commercial rockets more often than the United States
iOS 11, Android O: What Apple can learn from Google's IO17
AppleInsider - 21 May 2017 02:22
"Great artists steal" in the sense of recognizing good existing ideas and building upon them. Now that Google has laid out its hand at IO17, detailing its plans for Android O and the search giant's various apps and servi...
Five shows and movies to stream this week: 'Riverdale,' 'Batman & Bill,' and more
Digital Trends - 21 May 2017 02:15
Need something to watch this weekend? Check out our list of the best shows and movies coming to streaming services this week. On the list this week: 'Riverdale,' 'Batman & Bill,' and more. The post Five shows and movies ...
Twitter leader laments social media role in Trump's election
ABC News - 21 May 2017 02:11
A co-founder of Twitter says he's sorry if the popular social media platform helped put Donald Trump in the White House, as the president has suggested
Planning your vacation? Airbnb plays tour guide with its updated For You tab
Digital Trends - 21 May 2017 23:57
Earlier this week, the vacation rentals site announced a redesign to the online Airbnb experience, including a new For You tab, which promises to offer "a personalized doorway to discover homes to stay in and things to d...
Examining the NYC footprints of global tech titans
TechCrunch - 21 May 2017 23:38
Tech titans like IBM and Google have emerged major players in New York’s startup ecosystem. Here’s a look at how their New York offices stack up to their west coast counterparts.
Busted Movie-Ransoming Pirates Show There May Not Be a Lot of Money in This Racket
Gizmodo - 21 May 2017 23:11
In recent weeks, both Netflix and Disney have been threatened by movie pirates who demanded a ransom in exchange for not leaking big ticket films and shows. In both cases, the companies have refused to pay. The producers...
Leak reveals Facebook's rules for controversial content
Engadget - 21 May 2017 22:56
It's no secret that Facebook's judgment calls on risky content are sometimes more than a little problematic. But just what are the rules guiding those decisions? You'll know after today. The Guardian has obtained leaked ...
Working Apple-1 sold at auction by original owner for $101K in Germany
AppleInsider - 21 May 2017 22:49
One of the last surviving Apple-1 computers in full working order has sold in Germany for a bid price of $101,325 -- far lower than expected for the collectible.