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Dec 22, 2023

Wireless charger that sits under your skin could power medical devices before dissolving into your body

Scientists have created a wireless charging device that could be inserted under the skin. So far, it's only been tested in rodents, but if follow-up research in humans is successful, it could mean medical implants ditch the clunky batteries and wiring that come with them. Most bioelectronic devices, such as...

Jan 8, 2024

World's 1st graphene semiconductor could power future quantum computers

Scientists have created the world's first working graphene-based semiconductor, which could pave the way for chips that power much faster PCs and quantum computers in the future. The new semiconducting material, made from epitaxial graphene (a particular crystal structure of carbon chemically bonded to silicon carbide), allows for more mobility...

Jan 15, 2024

New solar cell technology could ditch batteries in gadgets for good by harvesting ambient room light

A new solar cell technology designed to recharge devices such as remote controls by harvesting ambient indoor light was just unveiled. The technology was showcased by California-based Ambient Photonics at CES 2024, with the startup also partnering with Google to incorporate the technology into a new consumer product, which it...

Jan 22, 2024

Our favorite air purifier with eco mode is now 27% off at Amazon

Looking for a quality air purifier that won't put a strain on your energy bill? Then you can't miss this deal — the small but mighty Coway Airmega AP-1512HH air purifier is now 27% off at Amazon, saving you $62. In our review of the Coway Airmega AP-1512HH, it wowed...

Feb 9, 2024

'Universal memory' breakthrough brings the next generation of computers 1 step closer to major speed boost

Universal computer memory that's both super-fast and energy efficient is one step closer to reality after scientists built an extremely stable prototype using a completely new material. The new material, dubbed GST467, which contains germanium, antimony and terbium, was used as one repeating layer in a stacked-layer structure, known as...

Feb 12, 2024

Best electric toothbrushes for kids 2024

Investing in one of the best electric toothbrushes for kids can be a game-changer for reluctant brushers. They're often fun-shaped, colorful and packed with features designed to instil good teeth brushing habits. And while it's never easy to make a toddler brush their teeth regularly, the best electric toothbrushes for...

Feb 25, 2024

Ultrasonic earbuds with 'advanced noise-cancellation' could launch as soon as 2025

Headphones may finally move past centuries' old technology thanks to a new type of micro-speaker that uses ultrasonic waves. The new audio chip could pave the way for noise-cancelling earbuds that can also recreate the illusion of sound coming from multiple directions. The startup xMEMS first showcased its audio chip...

Mar 11, 2024

New 'petabit-scale' optical disc can store as much information as 15,000 DVDs

Scientists have developed a new type of optical disc that can increase information storage capacity to the petabit level — 125 terabytes of data, or the combined storage capacity of about 15,000 DVDs. Optical discs, such as DVDs and Blu-ray discs, are durable and inexpensive. A standard single-layer Blu-ray disc...

Mar 11, 2024

The 13 best electric toothbrushes 2024 for a deeper clean

Investing in one of the best electric toothbrushes can make a huge difference to your oral health. These smart gadgets are more effective than manual toothbrushes in keeping your teeth squeaky clean, and they often come with an array of features designed to help you improve your daily brushing routine,...

Mar 12, 2024

Best air purifiers 2024: Top 10 picks from Levoit, Dyson and more

Investing in one of the best air purifiers is a simple and effective way to improve air quality in your house or workplace. These hi-tech appliances trap smoke, dust, pollen, pet dander and many other pollutants that lurk in the indoor air. For those with allergies or respiratory conditions, or...

Feb 13, 2008

Futuristic Car Runs Like WWI Submarine

A new concept car from General Motors could get 53 mpg on a propulsion system pioneered in submarines about a hundred years ago. Rechargeable batteries power an electric motor that turns the wheels. There's also an engine, which can be used to charge the batteries. The setup worked for the...

Mar 24, 2008

Real Electric Car Featured in Star Trek Movie

The Aptera electric car is so futuristic-looking, it's been seen on the set of the new Star Trek movie. The Aptera was designed from the ground up as an electric vehicle, and later as an extended range electric vehicle. After building the proof-of-concept Mk-0, [they] hired the automotive design firm,...

May 18, 2009

What Will Electric Cars Look Like?

Right now, true electric cars are rare. In fact the most common version is the golf cart that's been made street legal, putting along at up to 30 mph in many sunny communities of the Southwest. But now Detroit says it plans to get serious about electric cars as part...

May 21, 2010

Toyota-Tesla Deal Adds Spark to Electric Car Industry

In a move that may provide a spark for the electric automobile industry, Toyota, the world's largest automaker, is teaming up Tesla Motors Inc, the makers of the only highway-legal all-electric car in the United States. The companies announced a deal yesterday in which Tesla will buy a defunct Toyota...

Sep 29, 2010

Electric Car Therapy Could Cut U.S. Oil Addiction

Electric car drivers, start your motors. Replacing 30 percent of all U.S. vehicles with electric versions would provide the single best way to cut U.S. reliance on foreign oil and slash emissions, according to a new study. The move to electric vehicles would cut U.S. oil use by 2.5 million...