2024 is the year when I can finally say that the iPhone 16 is the perfect choice in the latest iPhone line-up. Of course, it misses out on many Pro features like a ProMotion display, a telephoto camera, and better camera sensors, which are limited to expensive Pro models. But still, the iPhone 16s (iPhone […]
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I tested two 32-inch TVs side-by-side, and you can get a budget bargain if you know where to look
When you find yourself looking for a new TV, it can be quite daunting when starting the search. There’s a lot of similarly priced sets with similar specs that all promise the same things as their rivals, but better. It’s fair to say that when you’re looking at the best TVs, the more money you’re […]
Milky Way Could Be Part of a Much Larger Cosmic Structure, Possibly Linked to the Shapley Concentration
Recent research has led to a new understanding of our galaxy’s position within the universe. A fresh study suggests that the Milky Way may reside in a much larger “basin of attraction” than previously assumed. This discovery challenges what we know about our galactic surroundings, revealing that the supercluster which houses the Milky Way could […]
STAR1 Robot Breaks Record with Sneakers, Reaches 8Mph in Gobi Desert Test
A new humanoid robot from China has set a record by running at a top speed of just over 8 miles per hour (3.6 metres per second). This makes it the fastest bipedal robot to date, although this feat was only achieved with the help of a pair of specially added trainers. Known as STAR1, […]
Prolonged Standing Poses Circulatory Health Risks, Study Suggests
Standing desks have become a popular alternative for office workers looking to break up long hours of sitting. However, a study led by the University of Sydney raises concerns about their effectiveness in improving heart health. The research, which involved more than 80,000 adults in the UK, suggests that standing for extended periods may not […]
New Project Aims to Relocate Oyamel Fir Trees to Protect Monarch Butterflies
An innovative project aimed at cultivating new oyamel fir forests in central Mexico holds promise for the survival of monarch butterflies, which rely on these trees for their winter hibernation. The ongoing threat of climate change has raised concerns that these crucial habitats could vanish by the end of the century. Researchers initiated this experiment […]
Can Diamond Dust Help Cool Earth? Exploring Costs and Geoengineering Risks
Injecting diamond dust into the atmosphere could potentially cool the planet by 1.6ºC, according to a recent study published in Geophysical Research Letters. Led by Sandro Vattioni, a climate scientist at ETH Zürich, the research explores whether diamonds, as opposed to commonly used materials like sulfur, could offer a safer and more effective method for […]
Astronomers Confirm Brown Dwarf Gliese 229B as Twin Pair Orbiting in 12 Days
A celestial body found three decades ago has now been identified as a pair of brown dwarfs orbiting each other, a recent study has revealed. The object, previously known as Gliese 229B, was the first brown dwarf discovered 30 years ago. Brown dwarfs are considered too large to be planets yet too small to ignite […]
Realme GT 7 Pro With Snapdragon 8 Elite Chip Beats Dimensity 9400, A18 Pro in AnTuTu Benchmark: Report
Snapdragon 8 Elite — previously expected to debut as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 — is expected to be announced by Qualcomm next week, and details of the upcoming chipset’s performance have now been leaked online. According to a benchmark result for the purported Realme GT 7 Pro, the Snapdragon 8 Elite could offer a […]
iQOO 13 Design Revealed in Leaked Live Images; Could Feature Narrow Bezels, Flat Edges
iQOO 13 is expected to launch soon as the company’s upcoming flagship smartphone, and the company has already started to tease some of the handset’s specifications online. A tipster has now leaked purported live images of the iQOO 13, giving us an idea of what to expect from the phone. The iQOO 13 will be […]