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Squid Are Nature's Fireworks
Gizmodo - 4 Jul 2020 16:20
Depending on where you live, you might have zero appetite for fireworks shows right now. It's been a rough year, so why not unwind this Independence Day (or regular Saturday for non-Americans) with nature's fireworks wit...
iPhone 11 vs. Pro vs. Pro Max: Specs and features that make the biggest difference - CNET
CNET - 4 Jul 2020 15:30
We compare the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max to help you decide which Apple phone makes the most sense for you.
motorola edge 5G Android Smartphone lets you browse with super speed
The Gadget Flow - 4 Jul 2020 13:00
Are you ready for 5G? Along with the edge+, The motorola edge 5G Android Smartphone will ensure you make the most of it by getting the super-fast browsing speeds you’ve been waiting for. In fact, this 5G phone can both...
The Producer of 'Foundation' on Asimov, Covid-19, and Race in Sci-Fi
Wired - 4 Jul 2020 13:00
Leigh Dana Jackson, the co-executive producer on Apple TV+'s forthcoming show, believes genre fiction has a role to play in addressing injustice.
Watch Rocket Lab launch a Canon satellite into space at 5:19PM ET
Engadget - 4 Jul 2020 21:14
Public fireworks shows may be in short supply this weekend due to the pandemic, but Rocket Lab is ready to fill the gap. It's planning to launch its 13th mission, "Pics Or It Didn't Happen," from a complex on New Zealand...
The 'Buck Moon' lunar eclipse this Fourth of July will be hard to see
SPACE.com - 4 Jul 2020 15:50
The minor Independence Day eclipse will be difficult to spot and observers shouldn't expect mind-blowing views of the moon in Earth's shadow..
Escape Fitness STEP System Aerobic Platform makes your workouts challenging
The Gadget Flow - 4 Jul 2020 13:00
Stay fit at home with the Escape Fitness STEP System Aerobic Platform. This step system customizes your workouts and fitness levels to make your sessions more challenging. For beginners, you may wish to purchase only the...
Rocket Lab Electron launch fails
Space News - 4 Jul 2020 23:54
A Rocket Lab Electron rocket failed to reach orbit during a July 4 launch after a problem during the rocket's second-stage burn. SpaceNews
This Week's Awesome Tech Stories From Around the Web (Through July 4)
Singularity Hub - 4 Jul 2020 16:00
VIRTUAL REALITY How Holographic Tech Is Shrinking VR Displays to the Size of Sunglasses Kyle Orland | Ars Technica “…researchers at Facebook Reality Labs are using holographic film to create a prototype VR display th...
Animal Crossing fans get real about the fictional NookPhone
Engadget - 4 Jul 2020 15:00
Animal Crossing: New Horizons may be set in a tranquil island paradise, but even there you can't escape the technology of the modern world. Every resident is issued a proprietary NookPhone in the game, which allows you t...
NASA Weekly ISS Space to Ground Report for 3 July, 2020
SpaceRef - 4 Jul 2020 14:00
NASA's Space to Ground is your weekly update on what's happening aboard the International Space Station....
Satechi 108W Pro USB-C PD Wireless Desktop Charger suits many devices
The Gadget Flow - 4 Jul 2020 13:00
Keep your devices charged on the go with the Satechi 108W Pro USB-C PD Wireless Desktop Charger. It’s compatible with a range of gadgets, including the MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface Pro, and mor...
Ebb Therapeutics ComfortBand Sleep Eye Mask helps you to have a restful night
The Gadget Flow - 4 Jul 2020 13:00
If you struggle to get decent rest, the Ebb Therapeutics ComfortBand Sleep Eye Mask might be everything you’ve needed. This sleep eye mask comes with temperature control to help your mind relax at night. This band feat...
Op-ed | On the verge of a new era for space exploration? Assessing the impact of the ongoing crisis
Space News - 4 Jul 2020 16:54
Establishing an international long-term sustainable lunar presence in partnership with the private sector remains the core focus in space exploration SpaceNews
Happy 4th of July from the ISS Expedition 63 US Crew
SpaceRef - 4 Jul 2020 00:40
Aboard the International Space Station, Expedition 63 Commander Chris Cassidy of NASA and NASA Flight Engineers Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken of NASA shared their thoughts about the 244th birthday of the United States in a...
Researchers trained a quadruped robot to cross a balance beam
Engadget - 4 Jul 2020 00:00
While four-legged robots can achieve impressive feats, like pulling an airplane or climbing a fence, they still have a few limitations. In most cases, they need a fairly large surface to walk on. A team of Italian roboti...
One of the Best Pictures Ever Taken of ISS from the Ground. You Can Even See the Canadarm2
Universe Today - 4 Jul 2020 19:31
Astrophotographer Thierry Legault is renowned for his amazing shots of spacecraft transiting the Sun. He's now outdone even himself. On June 24 and 25, 2020, Legault captured the International Space Station passing in fr...
Hubble just snapped one of its greatest images ever
BGR - 4 Jul 2020 01:55
The Hubble Space Telescope captured an image of a distant galaxy called NGC 2775 that sits 67 million light-years from Earth. The galaxy is packed with young stars and features a wide-open bulge in its center. Hubble's m...
The UK buys a 45 percent stake in broke satellite startup OneWeb
Engadget - 4 Jul 2020 01:00
After losing access to the EU's satellite-navigation system Galileo due to Brexit, the UK is hoping to replace it with OneWeb satellites. A government-led consortium has won an auction for the satellite internet company,...
Military spaceplane experiment sheds light on space solar satellites
Space News - 4 Jul 2020 15:49
An experiment launched May 17 onboard the U.S. Air Force's X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle-6 is based on over a decade of work focused on a modular space solar satellite capable of beaming energy to Earth. SpaceNews
Pre-Order Final Fantasy VII Remake: World Preview for $22 and Expand Your Art Book Collection
Gizmodo - 4 Jul 2020 15:27
Final Fantasy VII Remake: World Preview | $22 | Amazon
Study warns fireworks can cause long-term lung damage
Slash Gear - 4 Jul 2020 13:02
Fireworks are a fun way to celebrate a big occasion, but they may have consequences that last beyond an enjoyable evening under the sparkling lights. A newly published study warns that colorful fireworks like the kind of...