Don’t buy the Meta Quest Pro for gaming. It’s a metaverse headset first
Meta has made it clear that the Quest Pro isn't a device that casual video game fans need to pick up.
Why AI will never rule the world
Despite fears that AI will one day take over the world, some experts contend that our existing AI systems are incapable of surpassing human intelligence
The next big thing in science is already in your pocket
By borrowing computing power from millions of smartphones and home PCs, researchers can crack big scientific problems faster than ever before.
Meta wants to supercharge Wikipedia with an AI upgrade
Meta, the company formerly known as Facebook, has proposed a surprisingly simple way to make Wikipedia articles more transparent and trustworthy
Optical illusions could help us build the next generation of AI
Computer vision algorithms can't see optical illusions as we humans can -- and scientists are using that quirk to their advantage
This Segway electric scooter is $170 off in Best Buy’s Prime Day sale
Best Buy has a great Prime Day deal taking place, as you can get the Segway Ninebot KickScooter Max for just $830 while Prime Day deals last.
How will we know when an AI actually becomes sentient?
Many scientists and technologists believe AI will eventually become sentient. But how will we know when that happens? Currently, there's no good way to tell.
Dyson lifts lid on ‘top secret’ project
Electronics firm Dyson has revealed it's planning to take on hundreds of engineers for a major new robotics-based project.
Implantable payment chips: The future, or cyberpunk pipe dream?
Implantable payment chips are here -- enabling users to pay for things with a wave of their hand. Is this the wave of the future, or merely a flash in the pan?
Tiger steaks and lion burgers: Lab-grown exotic animal meat is on the way
Most cellular meat startups focus on growing familiar foods (like beef and chicken) in a lab, but Primeval Foods has its sights set on something more exotic.
Finishing touch: How scientists are giving robots humanlike tactile senses
Giving robots sight and hearing is fairly straightforward these days, but equipping them with a robust sense of touch is far more difficult.
Analog A.I.? It sounds crazy, but it might be the future
Digital transistors have been the backbone of computing for much of the modern era, but Mythic A.I. makes a compelling case that analog chips may be the future.
The most influential women in tech history
With their big ideas and clever inventions, these inspirational women left an indelible mark on the world and set us on a path to a brighter future.
10 female inventors who changed the world forever
The women on this list have risen above inequality, creating products and services that have truly changed the world.
Why the moon needs a space traffic control system
As interest in lunar exploration ramps up across the globe, scientists think we need a space traffic control system to avoid collisions and complications.
How 5G is changing journalism
A collaboration between The New York Times and Verizon has given rise to 5G journalism lab.
ClipDart is an on-demand barber app aimed at people of color
Finding someone who can cut your hair is pretty easy -- unless you're a person of color who lives outside of a major city. ClipDart aims to fix that.
Inside the U.K. lab that connects brains to quantum computers
Scientists at the University of Plymouth are in the early stages of developing tech that would allow humans to control quantum computers with their thoughts.
Fighting football injuries with 3D-printed, hyper-personalized pads
Protec3d is on a mission to replace generic, one-size-fits-all football pads with 3D printed, hyper-personalized ones that offer more protection for players
Solving VR’s ‘infinite walking’ problem with moon boots
For decades, engineers have been dreaming up creative ways to solve the infinite walking problem in virtual reality. Ekto thinks it has a new one.
K-pop NFTs are here, but I’m not convinced they’re worth it
Non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, are the latest piece of merchandise the dedicated K-pop fan can buy. But is it really worth it, and what do you really get?
The weirdest tech we spotted at CES 2022
To celebrate all the strange and wonderful things that surface at CES, we've rounded up a modest collection of the weirdest tech we spotted this year
Taco Bell’s Xbox Game Pass-style pass will put a taco in your belly daily for $10 a month
The Taco Lover's Pass will let you pick between seven popular items on the menu every day for just $10 a month through the mobile app.
CES 2022: The biggest news and announcements so far
We rounded up all the biggest announcements and news that have surfaced so far at CES 2022. Enjoy!
The best light therapy lamps
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects millions of people, but light therapy can be an effective treatment. Here are our favorite lamps on the market.
This wild new display puts a gargantuan 120-inch virtual monitor on your desk
At CES 2022, we got a sneak peek at an amazing new immersive monitor from MIT spinoff Brelyon. Could this be the future of display tech?
If You Hold Crypto, You NEED a Wallet like Ledger, Here’s Why
If you own crypto, or are looking into it, you should use a hardware wallet like Ledger to secure your private keys.
How is 5G helping businesses in the U.S. right now? We asked the experts
We asked different experts in the 5G and emerging tech industry how businesses in the U.S. are using 5G. Here's what they said.
13 White elephant gift ideas that are guaranteed to spice up your holiday party
To help you make a splash at your holiday party this year, we've compiled a list of the best White Elephant gift ideas known to man.
Two years and a pandemic later, fast-charging graphene batteries are hitting shelves
After years of research, products leveraging the amazing properties of graphene are finally available for batteries. What do we get from this new tech?
How far away are we from mainstream 5G home internet?
The promise of 5G home internet still hasn't been realized for most Americans. We looked into how long it'll take for it to become a mainstream option.
The funny formula: Why machine-generated humor is the holy grail of A.I.
A.I. can beat us at games like chess, Jeopardy!, and even poker -- but it still can't tell a good joke. Here's why humor is such a huge challenge for machines.
Siduri Wines blends wine and tech in the ultimate sweepstakes experience
Wine tasting or drinking can be dry. Siduri Wines believes it should be more fun and exciting, so every bottle comes with a unique tech experience via AR.
Need a last-minute Halloween costume? Check out these 3D-printable getups
Still not sure what to be for Halloween this year? Don't worry -- thanks to miracles of modern technology, you can fabricate these costumes with a 3D printer.