When you 3D print something, you probably adjust the layer height based on your desired print quality. Speed is another parameter that many people adjust. But what about extrusion width? The parameter is there, but most people leave it at the defaults. [Stephan] wondered about it, and after running some tests, made a video you
Read MoreSiva Vaidhyanathan / New York Times: Vetting political ads effectively and consistently at global scale is impossible; Congress should restrict ad targeting to the level of an electoral district — It’s not about free speech. — Siva Vaidhyanathan is a professor of media studies at the University of Virginia. Vetting political ads effectively and consistently
Read MorePolice in Hallandale Beach, Fla., say they have obtained the data from Amazon, which has pushed back against releasing such information in past cases. Police think Amazon’s Alexa may have information on a fatal stabbing case Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreClinton speaks out about social media and the “war on truth.” Hillary Clinton: Zuckerberg should 'pay a price' for hurting democracy – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreScientists at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) recently developed a new technique for growing watch springs to tiny specifications. As it turns out, the creation of watch springs is ripe with opportunity for new materials research. The technique involves using photo-etching and electrochemical deposition into cold, aqueous solutions. Compared to
Read MoreProcrastination is one of those things we all experience. Sometimes you may be procrastinating on calling a friend to deliver bad news, other times on finishing a work project. In all cases, what you’re procrastinating on likely needs to get done, more often sooner rather than later. Read more… Cut Down on Procrastination By Turning
Read MoreAlso, what the hell is a BMF title? UFC 244 Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal: Start time, how to watch online and full fight card – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe browser, overhauled with a new engine, also is getting a new icon. Microsoft gives its Edge browser a new icon, not just a new brain – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWith a new water-cooled engine, a six-speed transmission and sportbike-like suspension and brakes, it promises to be serious fun to ride fast. The 2020 Indian Challenger is the company's highest-tech bagger ever – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreThe United States is virtually the only developed nation without a comprehensive consumer data protection law and an independent agency to enforce it. The Government Protects Our Food and Cars. Why Not Our Data? Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreThe AirPods are another Apple accessory that have spurred a cottage industry of more accessories. Here are some of our top picks. Best AirPods accessories in 2019 – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreNew York Times: Trump has integrated Twitter into the very fabric of his administration, and, via more than 11,000 tweets, has reshaped the presidency — With a single tweet last fall, Mr. Trump sent his administration into a tailspin. “I must, in the strongest of terms, ask Mexico to stop this onslaught … Trump has
Read More[BlueFlower] sends in this cool wine bottle engraver. It’s a simple machine that reminds us of the infamous EggBot. One axis can move in x and z while the other axis rotates the work piece. The EggBot works in spherical coordinates while this one lives in a cylindrical world. The base of the device appears
Read MoreA 1999 Civic, a 2020 CR-v… and a Chevy pickup truck? Honda has a something for everyone at the 2019 SEMA show – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreDarla Mercado / CNBC: Brian Chesky says Airbnb will ban “party houses” after five people died in a shooting at a Halloween party in a California home rented through the service — – Brian Chesky, CEO of Airbnb, tweeted on Saturday that the company would bar “party houses” and step up its efforts against unauthorized
Read MoreMicrosoft is refreshing the logo for its Chromium-based Edge browser. The software giant originally unveiled its Edge icon more than four years ago, and it’s fair to say it was a logo that clinged to the past of Internet Explorer. Microsoft’s new logo was discovered as part of a new surfing mini game hidden inside
Read MoreWe’re treated to our first official shots of the EV coming to America. Volkswagen ID 4 electric SUV steps out in front of the camera – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreThey discussed approaching Twitter with the idea, The New York Times says in a deep dive into the US president’s use of the social network. Trump's staff spoke of imposing a delay on his tweets, report says – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreEd Niedermeyer / TechCrunch: A look at the hidden complexities of an autonomous taxi service, after taking a fully driverless ride, now being tested as part of Waymo One service in Phoenix — After more than a decade, Waymo’s driverless ride-hailing service is open to customers — Ed Niedermeyer is an author, columnist and co-host
Read MoreSurprisingly good early savings on the Echo Show 5, the Echo Dot with Clock and refurbished Amazon devices. Amazon Black Friday 2019 and holiday deals have begun – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreHow is it possible that a robot can sketch both better and worse than I can at the same time, and yet turn out an incredible work of art? Has 3D-scanning really come so far that a simple camera and motorized jig can have insane resolution? These are the kinds of questions that were running
Read MoreAll evidence indicates that music plays a significant role in every human society, both past and present. When we gather to celebrate, rejoice or mourn, music moves us in powerful ways. Caregivers around the world sing to infants to soothe, play with, and teach them. And yet we are just starting to uncover the profound
Read MoreAnybody can learn how to code and get really good at it nowadays. Implementing code isn’t the hardest part anymore. Trying to figure out how an application should flow for a user has crept up that list of priorities. Getting that information out of a product manager or project managers can be tricky since you’re
Read MoreNot all credit cards have the same benefits. Some have more perks, if you’re willing to pay the price. Here are the best hidden credit card perks. The best hidden credit card perks – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCaroline Haskins / BuzzFeed News: How student surveillance service Gaggle monitors online activities of about 5M US students for “suspicious or harmful content” using AI and human moderators — Gaggle monitors the work and communications of almost 5 million students in the US, and schools are paying big money for its services. How student surveillance
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