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The spaceships and vehicles of Avatar
SPACE.com - 14 Jan 2022 14:25
James Cameron's space adventure Avatar was largely about hyper-realistic aliens, but the spaceships and vehicles used by the human invaders were very impressive too.
How to play Fortnite on iPhone and iPad
Pocket-lint - 14 Jan 2022 12:13
Fortnite was pulled from the Apple App Store almost a year-and-a-half ago and since then, iPhone and iPad users haven't been able to install it.Those who
Leaked images of the Starfield Collector's Edition smartwatch
Pocket-lint - 14 Jan 2022 13:32
Not much is known about Bethesda's long-anticipated space RPG, Starfield, but we may have caught a glimpse of its Collector's Edition goodies already.Redditor
Cold-calling 02 scam artists are offering 40% plan discounts, free phone contracts for your security code
ZDNet - 14 Jan 2022 15:21
They don't seem to like it when you call them out, though.
New on-board system allows trains to instantly detect 'leaves on the line' and other hazards
Phys.org - 14 Jan 2022 17:11
Researchers are developing an on-board system for trains that can identify low adhesion hazards such as 'leaves on the line' as well as other issues that cause the rail equivalent of black ice.
This is the free app ISS astronauts use for Earth photos
Digital Trends - 14 Jan 2022 08:15
Current space station inhabitant Matthias Maurer has revealed the free mobile app that astronauts use for capturing amazing Earth images from 250 miles up.
Block wants to make Bitcoin mining easier by building its own
ZDNet - 14 Jan 2022 18:19
CEO Jack Dorsey said he wants Bitcoin mining to be open and decentralized.
Humble Bundle shifts to game subscriptions, killing Mac support in the process
9 to 5 Mac - 14 Jan 2022 16:36
Mac gamers are likely familiar with Humble, the gaming service that bundles games you’ve actually heard of for one great price. Starting next month, however, Humble will be parting ways with the Mac. more… The post H...
COVID vaccines during pregnancy? What to know about fertility, boosters and more - CNET
CNET - 14 Jan 2022 03:04
A large study finds unvaccinated pregnant people fare worse against COVID-19 and are more likely to lose their fetus or newborn.
Apple might be forced to push VR/AR headset back to 2023
Cult of Mac - 14 Jan 2022 19:50
One of the most hotly anticipated products of 2022 could be delayed until 2023, according to an unconfirmed report. Apple's VR/AR headset might not be announced until late this year and not ship until next year. Mechanic...
Latest Android 13 leak shows off four new dynamic themes
Android Central - 14 Jan 2022 17:29
Android's dynamic theming system will get even better later this year with more colorful options. What you need to know Google could introduce at least four new dynamic themes with Android 13. A separate leak also gives ...
After Log4j, Open-Source Software Is Now a National Security Issue
Gizmodo - 14 Jan 2022 04:00
For years, developers of free, open-source software have been telling anyone who will listen that their projects needs better financial assistance and more oversight. Now, after a number of disastrous incidents involving...
This LG robot could soon be serving your restaurant meal
Digital Trends - 14 Jan 2022 03:50
LG is bringing its semi-autonomous CLOi ServeBot to the U.S. The robot can carry loads of up 66 pounds and operate for 11 hours while assisting human workers.
New Theory Proposes Forgetting Is Actually a Form of Learning
Neuroscience News - 14 Jan 2022 02:29
Researchers propose forgetting memories or things we have learned may be a functional feature in the brain and actually an additional form of learning.
LastPass vs. 1Password: Choose the best password manager for you - CNET
CNET - 14 Jan 2022 02:00
If you're looking to boost your digital privacy with a password manager, we compare how two popular options currently stack up.
Google Meet gains Companion Mode on Nest Hub Max for hybrid meetings
Android Central - 14 Jan 2022 01:19
Hybrid work just got better with Google Meet's new Companion Mode. What you need to know Google launches Companion Mode for Google Meet. Companion Mode allows meeting participants to use devices as second screens to inte...
Microsoft Yanks Buggy Windows Server Updates
Threatpost - 14 Jan 2022 01:08
Since their release on Patch Tuesday, the updates have been breaking Windows, causing spontaneous boot loops on Windows domain controller servers, breaking Hyper-V and making ReFS volume systems unavailable.
Earth from Space - Kangerlussuaq Glacier, Greenland
SpaceRef - 14 Jan 2022 23:20
The Kangerlussuaq Glacier, one of Greenland's largest tidewater outlet glaciers, is pictured in this false-colour image captured by the Copernicus Sentinel-1 mission....
Netflix raises prices on all plans in US
The Verge - 14 Jan 2022 22:15
Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Netflix is raising prices across all of its plans in the US today. The company's standard plan will rise to $15.50 per month from $14, while the 4K plan will rise to $20 per month ...
China builds 'artificial moon' for gravity experiment
Live Science - 14 Jan 2022 21:06
The test chamber will enable scientists to test technologies and structures on Earth before sending them to the moon.
7 obstacles that organizations face migrating legacy data to the cloud
TechRepublic - 14 Jan 2022 18:58
Some of the major obstacles center on concerns about compliance, fears about security and infrastructure and uncertainty about budget requirements, says Archive360.
Humble Bundle subscription drops Linux and Mac support
Slash Gear - 14 Jan 2022 18:46
Humble Choice subscribers on Mac or Linux were given some bad news today, as we learned that Humble Trove will soon drop support for those two operating systems. This is something of a shock because Humble has made a poi...