Technology

I got hands-on with the most popular gadget in the world – and I believe in it

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This article was originally published on June 6, 2023. It has been republished in light of recent news surrounding the Apple Vision Pro. I’ll be honest: I was skeptical about this headset at first. I’ve tried plenty of other virtual reality and augmented reality devices. I imagined Apple doing something better than its rivals, but … Read more

Scientists now think they know why tardigrades are so indestructible

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Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific developments and more. Tardigrades, also known as water bears, commonly survive in some of the most challenging environments on Earth. The microscopic animals are so special that they have even traveled to the International Space Station for research. … Read more

Ocean sponges suggest that the Earth has warmed for longer, more than thought; some scientists have doubts

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A handful of ancient sponges from deep in the Caribbean are leading some scientists to think that human-induced climate change may have started earlier and warmed the world more than they thought. They calculate that the world has already surpassed the internationally agreed goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit) … Read more

Lunar science is entering a new active phase, with commercial lunar landers to study the solar wind

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A United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket will launch on January 8 for its maiden flight from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. A fuel problem ended the journey to the moon. Photo by Joe Marino/UPI Feb. 5 (UPI) — For the first time since 1972, NASA will set up scientific experiments on the moon in … Read more

What is ‘spatial computing’ and why is Apple pushing the new buzzword?

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Now that Apple’s highly anticipated Vision Pro headset has hit store shelves, you’ll likely see more people wearing the futuristic glasses that are supposed to usher in the era of “spatial computing.” It’s an esoteric form of technology that Apple executives and their marketing gurus are trying to spread into the mainstream. This while avoiding … Read more

10 co-op games for couples to play together on Valentine’s Day

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Valentine’s Day is perfect for shared experiences and gaming offers memorable moments at an incredibly competitive price (Cottonbro Studio / Pexels) It’s Valentine’s Day – the day you can profess your love or subsidize the chocolate industry, depending on your level of cynicism. But overly commercial or not, the day dedicated to couples is perfect … Read more

Japanese scientists have invented an MRI machine that records dreams, sort of

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Pixabay/Public domain Claim: Japanese scientists have successfully created an MRI machine that can record and reconstruct dreams for later viewing. Judgement: Rating: Mixture What is true: In 2013, Japanese researchers published a study describing a method for “recording dreams” by using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to record brain activity associated with certain objects when … Read more

I tried the perfect space meal for astronauts, and it was surprisingly flavorful and easy to make

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Emily Swaim Astronauts require more calories and nutrients than anyone on Earth. But packaged food loses nutritional value in space, so what will people eat during long space missions? Scientists have discovered the best meal for astronauts and it’s worth trying for yourself. In the not-so-distant future, humans may travel to Mars or beyond. These … Read more