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SpaceX Dragon Cargo Spacecraft Successfully Splashes Down in the Pacific
SpaceRef - 18 Sep 2017 01:40
SpaceX's Dragon cargo craft splashed down in the Pacific Ocean at approximately 10:14 a.m. EDT, southwest of Long Beach, California, and the recovery process is underway, marking the end of the company's twelfth contract...
AI and Sophia Genetics could be the key to diagnosing your illness
Digital Trends - 18 Sep 2017 00:51
Sophia Genetics employs artificial intelligence to help doctors and other medical professionals diagnose and treat patients by way of genomic analysis. It's just raised another $30 million. The post AI and Sophia Genetic...
How to Downgrade iTunes 12.7 to iTunes 12.6
OS X Daily - 18 Sep 2017 00:50
Some users may determine that iTunes 12.7 along with the removal of the App Store and other changes are incompatible with their particular workflow. With a little effort, you can downgrade iTunes 12.7 back to iTunes 12.6...
WD G-Technology unveils portable, rugged SSD for photographers
DP Review - 18 Sep 2017 16:19
Western Digital has announced the launch of a new portable storage drive under its G-Technology brand: the G-Drive mobile SSD R-Series. This USB-C storage drive is marketed specifically at photographers and other content...
YI 360 VR Camera
The Gadget Flow - 18 Sep 2017 14:50
Produce professional-grade content with the YI 360 VR Camera. This compact device uses two lenses to achieve a full 360 degrees. However, each lens covers 220 degrees to more cohesively stitch together. In addition, the ...
UCLA's new solid-state fridge tech could make air conditioning obsolete
Digital Trends - 18 Sep 2017 23:19
Engineers from the University of California at Los Angeles and SRI International have developed a new 5-millimeter-thin device that functions as a solid-state fridge. Here's why that's cool (no pun intended). The post UC...
NASA's Cassini captured an unexplained Saturn 'glitch' before its fateful dive
BGR - 18 Sep 2017 18:48
NASA's Cassini spacecraft completed its incredibly successful extended mission last week, punctuated by a fiery death at the hands of Saturn's upper atmosphere. But just before the orbiter bid farewell it captured an ima...
30 of the World's Most Valuable Treasures That Are Still Missing
Live Science - 18 Sep 2017 18:37Warning: CCleaner Hacked to Distribute Malware; Over 2.3 Million Users Infected
The Hacker News - 18 Sep 2017 17:29
If you have downloaded or updated CCleaner application on your computer between August 15 and September 12 of this year from its official website, then pay attention--your computer has been compromised. CCleaner is a pop...
Special counsel Mueller is investigating Facebook ads linked to Russia
USA Today - 18 Sep 2017 17:11
Special counsel Robert Mueller is reportedly investigating Facebook ads bought by bogus Russian-linked accounts. Video provided by Newsy
Backdoor malware planted in legitimate software updates to CCleaner
Ars Technica - 18 Sep 2017 17:08
Avast's recent acquisition spreads a backdoor signed with its own certificate.
500 new European companies from space
ESA - 18 Sep 2017 16:46
Thousands of new jobs and boosted local economies are the direct results from ESA's investment in young companies through its business incubators, which have now fostered more than 500 start-ups that adapt space technolo...
Huawei takes a shot at iPhone X, says "real AI phone" is coming next month
Android Authority - 18 Sep 2017 16:37
Huawei took a not-so-subtle shot at Apple with a recent video and promises we'll see the "real AI phone" revealed on October 16.
To Be Ready for the Security Future, Pay Attention to the Security Past
Dark Reading - 18 Sep 2017 16:30
It's easy to just move on to the next problem, ignoring what's happened -- but that's a mistake.
Apple assures us that Face ID on the iPhone X is as reliable and secure as Touch ID
BGR - 18 Sep 2017 16:13
Since making its debut on the iPhone 5s a few years ago, Touch ID quickly became an indispensable and reliable part of the iPhone user experience. That being the case, it's only natural that some people are viewing the i...
Google Will Delete Your Backup If You Haven't Used Your Android Phone in 60 Days
Life Hacker - 18 Sep 2017 16:00
Android: If you've got an Android device, you most likely have a backup of it stored in your Google Drive account. Unfortunately, as one user discovered, that backup can expire in 60 days if you leave your Android device...
Devilish source of dust in atmosphere of Earth and Mars
Phys.org - 18 Sep 2017 15:50
Swirling columns of sand and dust, known as dust devils, are a feature of desert areas on Mars and on Earth. Now, a study of terrestrial dust devils has shown that around two thirds of the fine particles lifted by these ...
How to Change the Color of Apple Watch Series 3's Red Digital Crown
Mac Rumors - 18 Sep 2017 15:47
While the new Apple Watch Series 3 looks virtually identical to Series 2, the cellular models feature a red Digital Crown. Apple Watch Series 2 with green WatchDots stickers on right Fortunately, for those who plan on up...
Stop Wasting My Time With This Stupid Planet X Doomsday Conspiracy Theory Bullshit
Gizmodo - 18 Sep 2017 15:40
Holy shit, stop, please stop. When a crazy person says something crazy in real life, we ignore them. But for some reason on the internet we decide that every crazy person is worth listening to, news outlets with large au...
Video of the Day: TinkerENG Update
Medical Design Technology - 18 Sep 2017 15:32
Videos This invention, a new type of crutch, came about due to an injury ... Staff Author: Lexie Metzler
UConn Health's New 3-D Printed Model Allows Brain Surgeons to Practice
Medical Design Technology - 18 Sep 2017 15:21
News "We are using this model to teach students," says UConn Health interventional radiologist Dr. Charan Singh ... Contributed Author: Kim Krieger - UConn Communications
Tamron SP 24-70mm F2.8 G2 sample gallery
DP Review - 18 Sep 2017 15:00
Fast, stabilized and affordable is a winning combination when it comes to zooms. With this latest version of its 24-70mm F2.8, Tamron aims to upgrade autofocus speed and stabilization. Along with the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 A...