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Astronauts Can Now Watch 4K Streaming Video on the Station
Universe Today - 25 Jul 2024 00:29
We take high definition streaming for granted in many parts of the world. Even now, as I type this article, I have the Martian streaming in high definition but until now astronauts on board the Space Station have had to ...
Fatal timeline of CrowdStrike's week from hell - Feb to now
The Register - 25 Jul 2024 02:17
'In the short term, they're going to have to do a lot of groveling' Analysis The great irony of the CrowdStrike fiasco is that a cybersecurity company caused the exact sort of massive global outage it was supposed to pre...
Crazy new shapeshifting battery can stretch and twist
BGR - 25 Jul 2024 00:55
Researchers at the Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications in China have created a shapeshifting battery that can be stretched upwards of 5,000 percent. The … The post Crazy new shapeshifting battery can str...
Antimatter detected on International Space Station could reveal new physics
Live Science - 25 Jul 2024 16:41
Eight years ago, the International Space Station detected weird antimatter particles that challenge our entire understanding of physics. Now, researchers have proposed that mysterious cosmic "fireballs" could help explai...
You should probably fix this 5-year-old critical Docker vuln fairly sharpish
The Register - 25 Jul 2024 15:46
For some unknown reason, initial patch was omitted from later versions Docker is warning users to rev their Docker Engine into patch mode after it realized a near-maximum severity vulnerability had been sticking around f...
Cars Are Now Rolling Computers, So How Long Will They Get Updates? Automakers Can't Say
Wired - 25 Jul 2024 15:30
Phones are supported well beyond their average ownership lifetime. In stark contrast, automakers are struggling to work out how long their "smartphones on wheels" can be kept on the road.
New Apple Lab in China to Test Products Under Extreme Conditions
Mac Rumors - 25 Jul 2024 15:22
Apple is set to open a new applied research lab in Shenzhen, China, focusing on enhancing the quality and reliability of its flagship products (via Shenzhen Daily). The new lab in Shenzhen is expected to boost Apple's re...
OpenAI Goes For Google With Search Engine Prototype
TechRepublic - 25 Jul 2024 23:59
SearchGPT combines AI-generated content with human-written articles in a search engine format that can handle follow-up questions.
Microsoft Copilot: how to use this powerful AI assistant
Digital Trends - 25 Jul 2024 23:57
Dive in to unlock the full potential of Microsoft's Copilot and transform the way you work.
This AI Startup Wants to Be the Kayak.com of Moving
CNET - 25 Jul 2024 23:51
WeMove uses image recognition software and machine learning to help you book a move without ever talking to a salesperson.
Google Home is ready to stop you from leaving the garage door open
Android Authority - 25 Jul 2024 23:47
Plus Home support for the original wired Nest Doorbell in Public Preview.
Fortnite heads for iPhone via Europe's AltStore
Cult of Mac - 25 Jul 2024 23:45
Epic Games says it will bring popular game "Fortnite" back to iPhone via AltStore PAL, the first app marketplace in the EU. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)
Peacock's horror thriller Teacup starts streaming in October
The Verge - 25 Jul 2024 23:45
Image: Peacock It looks like Peacock is getting a solid dose of horror very soon. At San Diego Comic-Con, the streamer showed off a very brief teaser for its upcoming thriller series Teacup, while also confirming that it...
This Is What Could Happen if AI Content Is Allowed to Take Over the Internet
Singularity Hub - 25 Jul 2024 23:44
Generative AI is a data hog. The algorithms behind chatbots like ChatGPT learn to create human-like content by scraping terabytes of online articles, Reddit posts, TikTok captions, or YouTube comments. They find intricat...
WhatsApp reaches 100 million monthly users in the US, but there's a new challenge ahead
9 to 5 Mac - 25 Jul 2024 23:42
A recent report revealed that WhatsApp adoption in the US is growing, especially as users look for a better way to chat between iOS and Android devices. Meta has now confirmed that WhatsApp has reached 100 million monthl...
This 512GB Xbox Series S/X storage expansion is on sale this week
Digital Trends - 25 Jul 2024 23:40
Add more storage to Microsoft's consoles with the 512GB Seagate Storage Expansion Card for the Xbox Series X and S. From $110, it's $90 from B&H Photo Video.
Apple Watch SE 2 drops below $200 at Walmart
Digital Trends - 25 Jul 2024 23:40
The Apple Watch SE 2 is marked down at Walmart today! Take home the incredible Apple wearable for only $190.
Why is JWST Having So Much Trouble with the TRAPPIST-1 System?
Universe Today - 25 Jul 2024 23:40
When the James Webb Space Telescope was launched it came with a fanfare expecting amazing things, much like the Hubble Space Telescope. One of JWST's most anticipated target was TRAPPIST-1. This inconspicuous star is hos...
This ASUS portable monitor is only $99, a 29% discount
Android Authority - 25 Jul 2024 23:40
Are you looking for a handy portable monitor? Here's the best deal you'll find on one!
Shaun of the Dead will stumble back into theaters for its 20th anniversary
Engadget - 25 Jul 2024 23:30Lego's Dungeons & Dragons Collectible Minifigures Look Absolutely Amazing
Gizmodo - 25 Jul 2024 23:30
Hot on the release of the first official D&D set earlier this year, Lego's next wave of collectible minifigures is ready to gather a party and venture forth.
Reddit Is Giving Google a Search Monopoly
Life Hacker - 25 Jul 2024 23:30
If you want to search something on Reddit, you're going to have to use Google.