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Google Pixel 6 Pro vs Pixel 7 Pro: What's new and should you upgrade?
Android Authority - 6 Oct 2022 16:50Massachusetts Microelectronics Internship Program connects undergraduates with industry
MIT - 6 Oct 2022 21:15
MMIP aims to incentivize more students to consider a career in semiconductors and microelectronics, addressing a crucial, nationwide talent gap.
Brain Organoids Provide a Window Into Autism
Neuroscience News - 6 Oct 2022 21:16
Investigating the effects of genetic abnormalities associated with autism and human brain development, researchers found brain organoids engineered to have lower levels of the ASD-associated SHANK3 gene had distinct feat...
Boost Your Brain With Boredom
Neuroscience News - 6 Oct 2022 19:18
Boredom can stimulate creativity and improve problem-solving, all while giving the brain a much-needed rest.
Can Britain avoid winter blackouts amid the European energy crisis?
New Scientist - 6 Oct 2022 19:51
If the electricity supply from the continent ceases, households in England, Scotland and Wales may need to ration their own power use at peak times to keep the lights on
In race toward quantum computing, North Carolina takes center stage
Phys.org - 6 Oct 2022 20:21
In the 1950s, computers were bulky, inefficient and limited. They ate up entire rooms but couldn't go beyond rudimentary calculations.
The Adult Brain Can Recover Lost Vision
Neuroscience News - 6 Oct 2022 19:36
Administering a chemical compound called synthetic retinoids to the retina helped restore brain networks associated with vision and prompted the growth of two times more neurons, effectively restoring vision in adult mou...
Google is paying a historic $85 million fine after illegally tracking Android phones
Digital Trends - 6 Oct 2022 00:39
Google will be paying an $85 million settlement to Arizona over a lawsuit that claims the company illegally tracked Android users without their permission.
Spotify is axing 11 original podcasts
The Verge - 6 Oct 2022 23:46
Illustration Kristen Radtke / The Verge Spotify is canceling 11 of its original podcasts from in-house studios Gimlet and Parcast. Among the shows ending are How to Save a Planet, Crime Show, and Medical Murders, accordi...
Grand Theft Auto 3 cheat codes: all weapons, money, cars, and more
Digital Trends - 6 Oct 2022 01:00
If your memory is a little bit hazy, here's a full list of all the cheats in Grand Theft Auto 3 -- Definitive Edition and how to activate them on each system.
Neanderthal DNA May Provide Clues About the Genetic Risks for Brain Disorders and Addiction
Neuroscience News - 6 Oct 2022 23:43
Traits with the strongest Neanderthal DNA contribution were sleep patterns, smoking habits, and alcohol consumption.
Expanding Voting Rights Can Reduce Violence
Neuroscience News - 6 Oct 2022 21:44
Extending voting rights through the Voting Rights Act halved both the number of instances of actual political violence and the likelihood of new waves of political violence, a new study reports.
Reuniting With Tyra Banks
Gizmodo - 6 Oct 2022 21:15
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Google's Recorder app will automatically add speaker labels on Pixel 7
Engadget - 6 Oct 2022 17:53Google's New Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro Phones Feature Improved Cameras
PetaPixel - 6 Oct 2022 17:13A former Facebook engineer wants to help you make your own cell network
The Verge - 6 Oct 2022 15:00
What does it take to build a cell network? According to Ukama, these devices. | Image: Ukama A new company wants to let you become your own cell carrier, using your internet connection even when you're away from home -- ...
Meta Rethinks the Philosophy of the Facebook Feed
Wired - 6 Oct 2022 15:00
WIRED spoke with the head of Facebook about competition from TikTok and his theory that algorithms can enhance our personal relationships.
Hackers have found a way to hack you that you'd never expect
Digital Trends - 6 Oct 2022 14:46
A security flaw has allowed a ransomware gang to effectively prevent antivirus programs from running properly on a system.
Uber will offer rides in autonomous Ioniq 5 taxis powered by Motional
Engadget - 6 Oct 2022 14:00Why Can't You Tickle Yourself? Neuroscientists Unravel the Mystery
Wired - 6 Oct 2022 14:00
Playfulness and tickling aren't always considered "serious" subjects, but a new study shows how they can address key questions about the brain.
This sneaky ransomware attack tries to switch off your security software
ZDNet - 6 Oct 2022 13:35
Cybersecurity researchers detail how one ransomware gang has started using a new technique to help power extortion attacks.
Cybersecurity leaders are having a hard time keeping companies secure, and there's no easy solution
ZDNet - 6 Oct 2022 13:26
A new report from Foundry finds staff shortages, budget problems and the growing sophistication of cyberattacks are causing major headaches for security leaders.