Android 16 Upgrade Report Card: Upgrade winter
2025’s been a weird year when it comes to Android upgrades. For ages now, Google’s given us each major annual Android upgrade in the latter half of the year — anywhere from late summer to…
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New Paper-Thin Brain Implant Could Transform How Humans Connect With AI
A radically miniaturized brain implant called BISC is redefining what’s possible in human–computer interaction, offering a paper-thin, wireless, high-bandwidth link directly to the brain. With over 65,000 electrodes and unprecedented data throughput, it enables advanced…
Space Race Heats Up: Tackling Thermal Challenges Beyond Earth
New research examines advanced thermal management technologies essential for the reliability and performance of spacecraft electronics, discussing materials, structures, and systems that mitigate heat challenges in space missions. Schematic of the thermal environment for electronics…
Quantum Tech Hits Its “Transistor Moment,” Scientists Say
A new article examines the history of computing to help outline the direction of quantum research. It reports that quantum technology is advancing quickly, and that the major obstacles now involve expanding the systems to…
From Sci-Fi to Reality: Scientists Develop Unbreakable, Bendable Optical Sensor
Researchers at Osaka University have developed a groundbreaking flexible optical sensor that works even when crumpled. Using carbon nanotube photodetectors and wireless Bluetooth technology, this sensor enables non-invasive analysis and holds promise for advancements in…
RidgeAlloy: The New Material Transforming Scrap Into High-Performance Parts
A new alloy could turn tomorrow’s vehicle scrap into America’s next manufacturing advantage. A large influx of aluminum auto body scrap is expected to move through recycling systems over the next ten years. Much of…
22 pro Android security settings you shouldn’t overlook
You might not know it from all the panic-inducing headlines out there, but Android is actually packed with practical and powerful security options. Some are activated by default and protecting you whether you realize it…
What’s up with Apple’s foldable smartphone? Will we see a foldable from Apple this year?
One thing’s for sure — that Apple is working on a foldable device. However, beyond that, people don’t seem to know much about Apple’s highly anticipated foldable smartphone. Some say that instead of an iPhone,…
Microscopic Marvel: A Photonic Device that Could Change Physics and Lasers Forever
Rendering of the photonic topological insulator developed in the study. Credit: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researchers have developed the first topological quantum simulator device in the strong light-matter interaction regime that operates at…
How to collaborate in Google Drive (and Docs, Sheets, and Slides)
You may think of Google Drive mostly as a cloud storage service, but it’s also the foundation for the company’s online productivity apps including Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides, where you can collaborate…