The US military's X-37B spaceplane, launched on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, is on its eighth mission. A key experiment involves a groundbreaking quantum inertial sensor for space navigation independent of GPS. This reusable spacecraft carries various payloads, including a laser communication terminal. The successful launch from Florida...
The Google Pixel Watch 4 is finally repairable! Unlike previous models, users can now easily replace the battery and display themselves using a simple T2 Torx screwdriver. Google collaborated with its design and engineering teams to achieve this, eliminating adhesives and simplifying the process. Repair parts will...
Google Workspace users can now quickly edit videos directly from Google Drive. A new 'Open' button in the video preview lets users open the video in Google Vids for easy edits like trimming, adding text or music. This shortcut, rolling out since August 21st, is enabled by default but...
Samsung showcased a groundbreaking "Micro RGB" TV, a pricey ($30,000) 114.5-inch display bridging Mini LED and Micro LED technologies. Unlike true Micro LED, it uses a unique RGB backlight with tiny LEDs for precise color control, boasting four times the dimming zones of its Mini LED counterpart. While not...
A SpaceX rocket launched another unmanned X-37B space plane from Cape Canaveral on Thursday night. This is the eighth mission for this reusable mini-shuttle, built by Boeing. This flight will focus on testing laser communications and GPS-free navigation. The duration of this mission is unknown, but previous missions...
Google is skipping the flip phone trend and pausing tablet development, focusing instead on augmented reality (AR) glasses. While unsure about releasing its own glasses, Google aims to make Android XR a platform for other companies. They may pair future glasses with a smaller, foldable phone. Google's...
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 are competing for the top foldable phone spot. The Pixel is cheaper, starting at $1799 compared to the Galaxy's $2000, and boasts a longer battery life (up to 30 hours vs. 24). The Galaxy Z Fold...
Google's Android 16 beta includes several exciting updates. A new dark theme forces apps to adopt a darker look, improving accessibility. Themed app icons will now work even if developers haven't provided monochrome versions, enhancing customization. Improved parental controls and easier data transfer between Android and iOS...
AAA tested five Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) in Los Angeles traffic, covering 342 miles over 16 hours. The study compared hands-on and hands-off systems, finding that even advanced ADAS only provided drivers with an average of under 10 minutes of hands-free time in traffic jams. Notable events requiring...
Google's Gemini Live AI assistant is getting significant updates. New features include on-screen highlighting for visual guidance, seamless integration with apps like Messages and Phone for tasks like drafting texts and making calls, and an improved audio model with varied intonation and pace. Visual guidance launches on...
