At the risk of putting too fine a point on it, Hackaday exists because people are out there building and documenting open source gadgets. If the person who built a particular gizmo is willing to show the world how they did it, consider us interested. Since you’re reading this, we’ll assume you are as well.
Read More{$inline_image}The evolution of language converted a defenceless naked ape into a world-dominating force. It fundamentally transformed how humans transmit information and knowledge. A large and potent component of language is our ability to communicate about things that are not here, that happened in the past, or that will happen in the future. This feature of
Read MoreIf IKEA made ball-balancing PID robots, they’d probably look like this one. This [Johan Link] build isn’t just about style. A look under the hood reveals not the standard, off-the-shelf microcontroller development board you might expect. Instead, [Johan] designed and built his own board with an ATmega32 to run the three servos that control the
Read MoreThe Fortnite week 9 challenges are here and we have maps and tips to help you get through them fast. Fortnite season 7, week 9 challenges and how to complete them fast – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThis year’s production will feature some groundbreaking 8K and augmented-reality tech. Super Bowl 2019 high-tech broadcast will razzle-dazzle your retinas – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreHarrison Ford goes to the dogs for Amazon, Zoe Kravitz gets all ASMR, Steve Carell defends Pepsi, and the Ghostbusters Ecto-1 runs errands. Super Bowl 2019 ads so far: Watch them here – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWhen it comes to making decisions, most of us are influenced to some degree by other people, whether that’s choosing a restaurant or a political candidate. We want to know what others think before we make that choice. Humans are social animals. So social that we can rarely be independent of others because of our
Read MoreSign languages aren’t easy to learn and are even harder to teach. They use not just hand gestures but also mouthings, facial expressions and body posture to communicate meaning. This complexity means professional teaching programs are still rare and often expensive. But this could all change soon, with a little help from artificial intelligence (AI).
Read MorePassword managers are a convenient and secure way to remember all your passwords. Do you trust them to keep you safe? CNET Asks: Do you use a password manager? – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe Audiophiliac: Ultra high-end headphones love this amplifier. They really do. The Luxman P-750u headphone amp is truly drool-worthy – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreLooking for a cheap way to keep an eye on something? [Kevin Hester] pointed us to a way to make a WiFi webcam for under $10. This uses one of the many cheap ESP32 dev boards available, along with the Internet of Things platform PlatformIO and a bit of code that creates an RTSP server. This
Read MoreWharfedale celebrates its 85th anniversary with a new speaker. Back to the future with Wharfedale’s Denton 85th Anniversary Edition speaker – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe smartphone maker punished both companies by revoking their enterprise certificates. Apple’s clash with Facebook and Google: What you need to know – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIn that most American tradition of “More is better,” Fiat Chrysler gave us six ads this year, none of which will air during the big game. FCA's 2019 'Big Game Blitz' tries to buttonhook the Super Bowl – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreTake a look at some of the home security cameras that scan faces and tell you who’s there. Security cameras with facial recognition tech inside – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreFoldable phones are all the rage right now. Here are the companies that are making them, rumored to make them or already selling them. Samsung's foldable phone won't be alone. Here's who else is working on one – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThroughout our day-to-day experiences, we come across or make use of many scientific principles which we might not be aware of, even if we immediately recognize them when they’re described. One such curiosity is that of caustics, which refers not only to corrosive substances, but can also refer to a behavior of light that can
Read MoreWhether you’re traveling abroad or just away from home, these apps and services can help you get from the airport or hotel to the places you actually want to see. Trending: Apps and Services to Help You Get Around on Your Next Trip Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreAccounts by mariners of freak or rogue waves out in the ocean have long been a common occurrence but until relatively recently remained anecdotal. That is, until January 1 1995, when a huge wave was observed – and recorded – at the Draupner Oil platform in the North Sea. It was one of the first
Read MoreWhen you build one-off projects for yourself, if it doesn’t work right the first time, it’s a nuisance. You go back to the bench, rework it, and move on with life. The equation changes considerably when you’re building things to sell to someone. Once you take money for your thing, you have to support it,
Read MoreSometimes you have an idea, and despite it not being the “right” time of year you put a creepy skull whose eyes tell the time and whose jaw clacks on the hour into a nice wooden box for your wife as a Christmas present. At least, if you’re reddit user [flyingalbatross1], you do! The eyes are
Read MoreDirector Robert Rodriguez and producer Jon Landau reveal what it’s like working with James Cameron. CNET UK Podcast 550: Robert Rodriguez reveals secrets of Alita Battle Angel – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreHam radio isn’t just one hobby. It is a bunch of hobbies ranging from chatting to building things, bouncing signals off the moon, and lots of things in between. Some of these specialties, such as supporting disaster relief or putting odd locations “on the air”, require portable operation. To encourage disaster readiness, hams participate in
Read MoreAsk an audio engineer what their biggest hurdle designing an awesome speaker is, and chances are it’s not a lack of knowledge or technology, but budget constraints. Any engineering team at a reputable audio company has the know-how to design an awesome speaker if price weren’t an issue. The difficulty lies in maximizing performance at
Read MoreReview: Robert Rodriguez and James Cameron team up for a lacklustre blockbuster whose story can’t match its cutting-edge effects. Alita: Battle Angel looks nice but talks too much – CNET Source: CNet
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