Scientists have discovered X-rays coming from Uranus
Uranus is emitting X-rays, and scientists want to take a closer look. via Technology and News Today https://www.cnn.com/2021/04/01/world/uranus-xrays-detected-scli-scn-intl/index.html
Day: April 9, 2021
Intel accidentally uses MacBook Pro in ad for its new processor
Facepalm: If there’s one thing companies want to avoid, it’s unintentionally promoting a competitor in one of their ads. Intel, it seems, has failed to heed this advice. via Technology and News Today https://www.techspot.com/news/89233-intel-accidentally-uses-macbook-pro-ad-new-processor.html
Samsung Galaxy S21 phones have lost half their value since January, study says
Samsung’s latest flagship smartphones, launched at the end of January, have already lost around half of their value, according to a study published Wednesday by Sell Cell, a site that lets you sell your used phone. via Technology and News Today https://www.cnet.com/news/samsung-galaxy-s21-phones-lost-half-their-value-since-january-study-says/
Google’s Nest Thermostat is the cheapest it’s ever been
Google launched a new Nest Thermostat last fall to mark the tenth anniversary of the smart temperature control range. The sleek device came in a more compact package complete with an all-new touch sensitive edge and elegant mirrored display. via Technology and News Today https://www.engadget.com/google-nest-thermostat-amazon-deal-111504158.html
Google’s Phone app can automatically record calls from unknown numbers
Google quietly added call recording to its Phone app last year with a bunch of restrictions based on your device and region. Now, it’s expanding the feature to let you record calls automatically from unknown numbers. via Technology and News Today https://www.engadget.com/google-phone-app-automatically-record-calls-133949592.html
DJI FPV – The Race
#DJI #DJIFPV DJI FPV is the first ready-to-fly FPV drone. Equipped with an industry-leading O3 transmission system and multiple flight modes, DJI FPV is capable of going 0-100kph in 2 seconds, but – how does that rack up in a race? Watch to find out… Credits: Film: @Nathan McBride Location: Ut via Technology and News… Read More DJI FPV – The Race
Phoebe Waller-Bridge will co-star with Harrison Ford in Indiana Jones 5
Phoebe Waller-Bridge is joining the as-yet-untitled fifth Indiana Jones film, co-starring as an as-yet-announced character opposite Harrison Ford (who’ll be returning as the titular adventurer, of course). via Technology and News Today https://www.theverge.com/2021/4/9/22375779/phoebe-waller-bridge-indiana-jones-5-harrison-ford
The next Star Trek movie is scheduled for 2023
It’s been five long years since the last Star Trek movie and while the next one might still be quite some time away, there’s at least some light at the end of the tunnel (or wormhole) for Trekkers. via Technology and News Today https://www.engadget.com/star-trek-movie-2023-paramount-pictures-schedule-190520920.html
Hasbro’s new $700 Optimus Prime toy can finally transform all on its own
Transformers are some of the most iconic toys around — an action figure and a car! All in one! A true bargain! But as modern Transformers toys have gotten more complex, they have also become an absolutely huge pain to actually transform from car to robot and back again, often requiring multiple sh via Technology… Read More Hasbro’s new $700 Optimus Prime toy can finally transform all on its own
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