The intrepid Webb space telescope reaches its distant, frigid outpost
The most powerful telescope ever rocketed into space arrived at its destination Monday, concluding a white-knuckled journey from its launchpad in South America to a sweet spot in orbit about 1 million miles away. In the first days following the James Webb Space Telescope’s liftoff on Dec. 25, the spacecraft blew past its low Earth-orbiting […]
Researchers made a drone that can shape shift midair — Future Blink
Thanks to “unactuated hinges,” UC Berkeley researchers created a drone that can fold its arms to change shape midair.
The promise of this personal flying saucer: zero emissions — Future Blink
Developed by ZEVA, ZERO is a zero-emissions personal aircraft that looks like something out of a sci-fi movie. The craft completed its first successful flight over Pierce County, Washington, marking a major milestone in the company’s journey towards autonomy.
AT&T just rolled out super fast multi-gig fiber internet available in the U.S.
If your home internet is too slow, AT&T’s got a new solution that could be like putting a jet engine on a bicycle. The telecom giant announced on Monday that its first multi-gig fiber internet service would start rolling out immediately. They’ll serve a little more than five million people scattered across parts of 70 […]
Weird orbit of the James Webb telescope shown in NASA animation
The James Webb Space Telescope’s (JWST) orbit is a bit strange. Unlike the legendary Hubble telescope, which circles Earth, JWST will orbit the sun. But as this animation from NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center shows, the tennis court-sized instrument’s orbit (the yellow line) isn’t straightforward. Engineers sent JWST to a unique region of space dubbed […]
Get a retractable USB cable with connectors for any device for half price
TL;DR: As of Jan. 24, this Retractable 3-in-1 USB Charging Cable is on sale for $19.95 instead of $44 — grab it at 55% off. There’s plenty of charging cables on the market — from the pricey Apple replacement cables to the cheap ones in line at the gas station. So, what exactly separates the good from […]
This stylus pen writes on screens like they’re paper — and it’s 59% off
TL;DR: The Digi Pen for iPad & Tablets is on sale for $39.99 instead of its usual $99 as of Jan. 24 — save 59% on its original price. Digital designing ain’t easy. But it can be much more enjoyable with the right tools. If you’re a graphic designer, painter, writer, or just want to dabble […]
The second-gen AirPods have dropped back down to $99 at Amazon
SAVE $59.01: As of Jan. 24, Apple’s second-generation AirPods are on sale at Amazon for only $99. That’s 37% off their suggested retail price of $159.99. With no noise cancellation and a high price point, the AirPods 3 were one of Apple’s more disappointing launches of 2021. On the bright side, their lackluster specs have […]
Apple to launch absolute onslaught of gadgets in the fall, report claims
Apple is planning for a very eventful fall this year. In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman lists all the gadgets he thinks Apple will launch this fall, and the list is long. “I’m told that Apple is readying the widest array of new hardware products in its history this fall,” […]
Australia's new online safety laws could force social platforms to take down abusive posts
Australian adults can now tattle to the government if they’re being bullied on social media. New laws allow Australia’s eSafety Commissioner to compel platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to remove “cyber‑abuse material” within 24 hours, or face a hefty fine. It’s a second avenue of recourse for those dissatisfied with the platforms’ moderation […]