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China has approved what is set to become the biggest hydropower dam complex in the world, capable of producing nearly three times as much power as the current record-holder, the Three Gorges Dam. -
SpaceX has just launched 20 of its Starlink satellites up into Earth's orbit, enabling direct-to-cellphone connectivity anywhere on the planet. That completes the constellation's first orbital shell, following a test of six satellites back in January. -
If you've ever found yourself in a dead zone, maybe you find solace in the quiet. Or maybe you've found yourself in an emergency and help is not coming. Either way, the ability to connect if and when you need to has its merits.
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3D-printed battery made from fungi feeds on sugars to power sensors
January 18, 2025 | Abhimanyu GhoshalSwiss researchers claim to have devised a functional living battery powered by the combined efforts of two types of fungi – all in a biodegradable, non-toxic 3D-printed package to run sensors for agriculture and environmental research. -
Unique boots are more than a "hybrid of a sleeping bag and boa constrictor"
January 18, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonIf you suffer from any leg discomfort – temporary or chronic – you'll know how hard it can be to treat, beyond frequent sessions on the physiotherapist's table. Now, US company Ublives wants to give you the same relief – whenever you need it. -
This high-tech studio system is the future of movie car stunts
January 17, 2025 | Abhimanyu GhoshalThe PXO Akira ecosystem combines a spinning platform to mount any vehicle, a robot camera crane, a driving simulator, a wall of LED screens, and powerful software to bring it all together to shoot exciting action sequences. -
7 Nintendo Switch 2 features we're especially excited about
January 17, 2025 | Abhimanyu GhoshalNintendo's upcoming Switch 2 gaming console looks, um... awfully similar to the original that launched 8 years ago. But we spotted several nifty updates in the teaser video the company released; here's what you can look forward to. -
Molten salt nuclear reactor in Wyoming hits key milestone
January 16, 2025 | Michael FrancoSince founding TerraPower in 2008, Bill Gates has had his eye on developing a safe, efficient, and clean next-gen nuclear plant. That project, called Natrium, has already broken ground in Wyoming and has just leaped over a critical hurdle. -
Side-step right for a latte: The future is controlling apps with your feet
January 16, 2025 | Paul McClureResearchers have developed technology that allows people to do common smartphone tasks – listen to music, take a phone call, and order food – all by making simple, not-too-socially-awkward gestures with their feet while they’re walking. -
DJI's sub-$450 Flip drone folds, follows, and flies for over 30 minutes
January 15, 2025 | Ben CoxworthDJI's simple-but-capable Neo drone is kind of a big deal, but is it not quite capable enough for you? If so, you might want to check out the new DJI Flip. It sports a folding design, multiple autonomous flight modes, and a 31-minute battery life. -
Mold-breaking guitar rocks novel movable pickups and active expression
January 15, 2025 | Paul RiddenBold guitarists looking to push boundaries can go down the digital processing rabbit hole, but Verso's latest oddball build takes a more mechanical approach to shaping tones with the Sine guitar, featuring movable pickups and active expression. -
Roll up! Roll up! Lenovo launches first laptop with rollable screen
January 14, 2025 | Paul RiddenBack in 2022, Lenovo previewed a novel laptop sporting a display that expanded upward to offer the user more screen real estate. At CES 2025 last week, the company took concept into reality with the launch of the ThinkBook Plus Gen 6. -
Robotic sea turtle could soon be swimming in an ocean near you
January 13, 2025 | Ben CoxworthIf you're setting out to build an underwater robot that's speedy, maneuverable and versatile, why not just copy what already works in the natural world? That's exactly what Beatbot has done, with its bio-inspired Amphibious RoboTurtle.
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