[Dan Royer] is taking some inspiration from Prusa’s business and is trying to build the same sort of enterprise around open source 3D printable robot arms. His 6 axis robot arm is certainly a strong first step on that road. As many people have learned, DIY robot arms are pretty difficult. [Dan]’s arm has the
Read MoreYou’re about to leave for the airport, assured you’ve followed your packing list to a tee, when you reach into your carry-on and panic sets in—somehow, your driver’s license is nowhere to be found. You rummage through your suitcase and retrace your every step, but no luck. Read more… What to Do if You Lose
Read MoreImage: Virgin Hyperloop One Virgin Hyperloop One CEO Jay Walder is “delighted” to attend this year’s Future Investment Initiative conference in Saudi Arabia this week, just one year after the government had Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi brutally murdered, according to an official statement released Monday. The startup is one of 49 “global partners” Saudi
Read MoreIt’s been a while since Google announced plans to push RCS adoption so that Android users could finally move on from the outdated SMS technology, but most users are stuck waiting for their mobile carriers to flip the switch at some point in 2020—that is, unless you decide to take matters into your own hands
Read MoreThe reboot keeps multiple elements of the 2004 original. New Grudge trailer is out, and it's terrifying – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreHundreds of Facebook employees signed a letter decrying the decision to let politicians post any claims they wanted — even false ones — in ads on the site. Read the Letter Facebook Employees Sent to Mark Zuckerberg About Political Ads Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreThe $249 wireless earbuds will be available in stores on Oct. 30. Apple unveils AirPods Pro with new design, noise cancellation – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe second year of Educause’s ongoing research on the use of immersive technologies has expanded from 10 colleges and universities to 17. And the findings on the use of what the researchers call “XR” (extended reality) have likewise grown. Educause XR Research Dives into Impact on Teaching and Learning Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreApple Apple’s iOS 13.2, iPadOS 13.2, and tvOS 13.2 are now available for download, bringing new features like the iPhone 11 and 11 Pro’s Deep Fusion camera mode as well as compatibility for the upcoming AirPods Pro and Beats Solo Pro. The company also released tvOS 13.2 as well. It’s been a hard road since
Read MoreIt’s often said that engineers aren’t born, they’re made. Or more accurately, taught, tested, and accredited by universities. If you’re in high school, you’re probably starting to think about potential career paths and may be considering an engineering degree. A lot of work goes into a good college application, and it might seem like the
Read MoreThe social network’s health tool will roll out in the US. Facebook's new health tool will remind you to get preventive care – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWhat can we do to live longer, healthier lives? Bulletproof Coffee founder Dave Asprey joins us on The Upgrade to talk about the practices he’s adopted that he believes will help us all lengthen our lifespans. Hear him talk about the surprising ways we can fend off aging that he includes in his latest book,
Read MoreUber is revving up to test its new drone delivery service for Uber Eats in San Diego in 2020. Today, the company unveiled a new look for its drone, which utilizes “innovative rotating wings with six rotors” to better enable the transition between vertical takeoff and forward flight. Rotating wings is a feature more commonly
Read MoreAdobe Customers in Venezuela can now access Adobe services, like Photoshop and Illustrator, again after the company obtained a license from the US government to continue operating in the country. The announcement comes after a tumultuous month in which the company first notified Venezuelan customers that their accounts would be deactivated in order to comply
Read MoreYour home network—and everything connected to it—is like a vault. Behind your login lies tons of valuable information, from unencrypted files containing personal data to devices that can be hijacked and used for any purpose. In this post, we’ll show you how to map out your network, take a peek under the covers to see…
Read MoreApple is focusing on its HomeKit initiative with a series of new hires, despite the fact that it’s falling behind Amazon and Google in the smart home space. Bloomberg reports that the company has posted 15 job listings for engineers to work on HomeKit since last month, and it has also been privately seeking out
Read MoreThe unmanned spacecraft stays in orbit for months at a time, doing hush-hush work. X-37B: The Air Force's space plane of mystery – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe Campus Technology Impact Awards will honor exemplary colleges and universities that are making an extraordinary impact with technology on campus, doing important work in the service of teaching, learning, administration and operations. Call for Entries: 2020 Campus Technology Impact Awards Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreYou don’t need to be in the office to get work done—but sometimes it’s a good idea to make it look like you’re there. Read more… How to Make It Look Like You're at Your Desk Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreIf you’re traveling overseas, you now have multiple options for staying connected, They no longer cost an arm and a leg, and if you have a modern mobile device from Apple or Google, you don’t have to remove your SIM card. Here’s how these eSIM options work. Business travel abroad? Stay connected on the cheap
Read MoreThe heels of a loaf of bread—those end pieces that are all crust on one side—are just as good as the rest of the loaf. But good luck explaining that to a four year old. Instead of trying to convince them, just make their sandwich inside-out, and they’ll never know. Read more… How to Get
Read MoreA Menlo Club offer, Indochino exclusive, Hamilton Beach mixer, and a cat brush lead off Monday’s best deals from around the web. Read more… Monday's Best Deals: Instant Pot, Lamps, Smart Locks, Kiehl's, and More Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreThe spacecraft was sent to space with a Galaxy S10 to create out of this world selfies. Samsung SpaceSelfie satellite crashes onto Michigan farm – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreEveryone loves to use a coupon code when you shop online. But there’s not always one handy when you’re ready to spend some dough on essentials (or items that are very much not essential). Sure, you could Google around for a promo code that may or may work. Or you could use one of these
Read MoreA new pilot program launching with 25 Porsche dealers will give potential owners a totally different purchasing experience. Porsche will let buyers skip the dealership and buy cars online – Roadshow Source: CNet
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