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GPS systems face increasing jamming and spoofing attacks from military forces, criminals, and even Pokémon GO players, forcing planes to abort landings and disrupting critical infrastructure worldwide. U.S. agencies are investing billions in GPS modernization and alternative navigation technologies, including encrypted satellites, ground-based radio systems, and quantum sensors to protect society's invisible...
A broken 1982 FM radio, destined for the thrift store scrap heap with its cracked plastic shell and faded dials, has found new life as a sleek Bluetooth speaker. A maker known as Distracted by Design gutted the vintage device,...
Privacy concerns from 2025's internet restrictions and data breaches have sparked interest in alternatives to Big Tech platforms for 2026. The recommended privacy toolkit includes Brave browser, which blocks trackers and ads by...
Mole is a Mac optimization tool that combines CleanMyMac, AppCleaner, DaisyDisk, and iStat functionality into one application. It performs deep system cleaning by removing caches, logs, and browser leftovers, features a smart...
Apple will allow third-party app stores and external payments on iOS devices in Brazil after an antitrust settlement. The company has 105 days to comply or face a $27.1 million fine.
SpaceX is considering an initial public offering in 2026 that could value the company at $1.5 trillion, raising tens of billions in capital for its ambitious space projects. Going public would provide funding for new ventures...
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A maker built the Zeroboy XP, a 3D-printed handheld gaming device using Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W and RetroPie software. It plays Game Boy Color and Advance games with modern design and reliable controls.
Friendship apps generated $16 million in U.S. spending and 4.3 million downloads this year as loneliness drives demand. Platforms like Timeleft and Bumble BFF connect users through group events and personality matching.
South Korea now requires facial recognition scans alongside identity documents when buying SIM cards, responding to massive data breaches affecting over half the country's 52 million residents this year. The new policy aims to...
Fifty years ago, AMD entered the CPU market by reverse-engineering Intel's 8080 processor to create the Am9080, which cost only 50 cents to produce but sold for $700 to military customers. AMD and Intel eventually signed a...
LG will unveil CLOiD, a humanoid household robot, at CES 2026 in Las Vegas as part of its "Zero Labor Home" vision to free customers from time-consuming housework. The robot features two articulated arms with five-finger hands...
MoCA adapters offer a clever solution for creating reliable wired internet connections without running expensive Ethernet cables through walls. These devices use existing coaxial cable outlets in homes to carry high-speed...
Marques Brownlee created a visual journey shrinking from human size down to atomic levels to demonstrate the incredible miniaturization of modern computer components, specifically Apple's M5 chip. Using clever animations, he...
A 2010 tour of SpaceX's Hawthorne headquarters captured the company weeks before its Dragon spacecraft would become the first privately-built vehicle to reach orbit and return safely. Musk showcased the 500,000 square foot...
Apple released SHARP, an open-source AI model that transforms single 2D photographs into photorealistic 3D views in under one second using standard GPU hardware. The system creates 3D Gaussian representations through a neural...
Curious Scientist transformed a small Hawkeye Firefly Split V6 Pro drone camera with a one-inch Sony sensor into a compact cinematic camera using 3D printing. After the original plastic C-mount adapter stripped, he sourced a...
Apple has been quietly developing a smart ring for years, with patents dating back to 2019 describing a device that could control other Apple products through gestures and biometric sensors. Despite some industry insiders...
The Retroid Pocket 6 gaming handheld has overcome design criticisms and production challenges to reach its final form, with the company now showcasing PlayStation 2 games running on the device. Despite setbacks that forced design...
Spotify Premium costs keep rising, prompting users to explore cheaper alternatives. Three budget-friendly services offer offline listening and ad-free music at lower monthly rates, saving money annually.
Apple accepts product returns for partial refunds at retail stores, but doesn't publicly disclose what happens to returned devices, leaving the post-return process mysterious.
A 3D designer has created a printable replica of Apple's rumored foldable iPhone, offering tech enthusiasts their first tangible glimpse of what could arrive in September 2026. The mockup, uploaded to MakerWorld by user Subsy,...
NATO intelligence warns Russia is developing an anti-satellite weapon that releases tiny pellets to destroy Starlink satellites, threatening Ukraine's military communications through hazardous debris clouds.
Music fans are driving a surprising comeback for CDs, mirroring the recent vinyl revival that has captured the attention of collectors and audiophiles. This resurgence reflects growing nostalgia for physical music formats and...
A Chinese maker named LCLDIY created a massive, fully functional Game Boy replica that incorporates real gaming hardware inside a 3D-printed shell. The centerpiece features a 10-inch vintage electroluminescent display that...