TECH & INNOVATIONA recent study published in the journal PNAS earlier this week, delved into how our "digital footprints" give our computers the upper-edge in understanding the person behind the screen. And what it found was that digital footprints, like a "like" or a share, may reveal more about the person than even what their closest friends would know.
Move over science fiction, now cyborgs could be a reality. A new study of rats with severe spinal injuries are now walking again thanks to a "groundbreaking" new cyborg-like implant.
Who knew that children's pop-up books could provide so much knowledge. According to researchers, scientists can now make complex microscopic 3D shapes that model brain circuitry and blood vessels by mimicking classic children's pop-up books.
Leave it to Disney to create something both cute and kitschy that everyone wants to have—but not necessarily something that anyone would ever need. Their newest venture named “BeachBot” is perhaps the cutest turtle robot you’ve ever seen, and he’s likely the most artistic too.
The new deal between Mozilla, maker of the Firefox web browser and Yahoo have shifted Internet search usage with Yahoo seeing some of its biggest gains in years while Google slips slightly in its Internet Search dominance.
Computers operate based on predefined rules and logic, but the universe often has a logic all to its own. This year, there will be one added second of time, and this extra second is proving to be a problem for software developers around the world.
During a public interview at the ongoing International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, FCC chairman Tom Wheeler announced that the agency intends to vote on new proposed net neutrality rules next February 26. According to Wheeler, the proposal will be circulated to the commissioners on February 5th, giving them a three week window to consider the new rules before the vote.
The age of 3D printing is upon us, and many individuals and companies alike have leveraged the power of 3D printing for everything from the manufacturing of parts to creating fully functioning prosthetic limbs. Now, researchers at Northwestern University and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have developed a new fabrication technique that is simple and will create beautiful and complex 3D micro- and nanonstructures.
It appears that this year’s International Consumer Electronic’s Show is aiming their sights on new parents-to-be, and with a new set of gadgets to ensure the hippest parents’ ease-of-mind, everything from a nightlight to a baby bottle is being redefined.
Ever worry that your little one may not be getting enough rest? Perhaps they’re tossing and turning during the nights out of fear of monsters under the bed, or perhaps they’re simply too amped up from their day’s play. Whatever the reason, there’s no need to fear. A new smart bed debuted this week at the International Consumer Electronics Show’s “Internet of Things”, and it has got the stats and gadgets to let your children and yourself sleep with ease.
With development support from national organizations, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and NASA, researchers at the Space Science and Engineering Center (SSEC) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have developed two new mobile apps that will bring the power of satellite data right to your fingertips.
While mostly designed with competitors and corporate buyers in mind, this year’s International Consumer Electronics Show is sure to be one for the masses. Marking “CES Day Zero”, Monday morning’s press day, while filled with keynote speakers and presentations from the CEOs of Samsung, Sony, Panasonic, LG and even Mercedes, also alluded to a few inventions in the works that will have you opening up your wallet.
The Internet of Things is poised to wow consumers at the International Consumer Electronics Show. And companies hope to generate true excitement for new consumer electronics that has been lacking at past events.
The evolution of digital technology continues to revolutionize business, and is increasing productivity and employee flexibility, while also increasing the length of the average workday.
Mark Zuckerberg has finally decided what his New Year's resolution will be and has declared 2015 the "year of books" inviting his followers to join him reading one book every two weeks.
Buying a car is quite a bit like hunting--there's a season for it. And one of the best seasons to hunt-down a great auto deal is the time right after the New Year. But don't let the myriad of car commercials be your sole information outlet. Experts say that doing your own car-related research and "keeping an open mind" are the keys to finding a four-wheel bargain.
Apple's latest mobile operating system, iOS 8, seems to be a little too hungry for memory. So much so that a new lawsuit has been filed that alleges Apple misrepresented the storage capacity on many of its devices, in an effort to push their iCloud storage service.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is seeking help with his New Year's resolutions from users of Facebook. Currently he is taking suggestions on his Facebook page for his personal challenge for the new year.
As if to coincide with the release of new controverial film "The Interview", Sony's PlayStation was brought to its knees as enthusiastic gamers opened their consoles on Christmas morning. While there are indications that the gaming platform is gradually being restored, there is no telling what hackers could do next in retaliation after Sony decided to release the comedy movie that plays out the assassination of North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un.