If you say the word ‘Duolingo’, people think of language learning. With over 40 supported languages and an engaging learning workflow, it’s no wonder that the app is currently the most downloaded education platform globally, nearing the historic 1 billion install milestone. But did you know that language lessons are not the only string to…
University of Missouri researchers claim DNA hard drives can store, erase, and rewrite repeatedly Frameshift encoding converts binary data into DNA sequences for molecular storage Nanopore sensors read DNA sequences by detecting subtle electrical signal changes The University of Missouri has announced progress on what it calls a “DNA hard drive,” claiming it can store,…
Apple announced a clutch of new laptops last week, and two models in particular will catch the eye of the typical consumer: the MacBook Air M5 and MacBook Neo. The former is the latest instalment in what was Apple’s most affordable MacBook line-up, while the latter now takes the crown of the most wallet-friendly laptop…
Sleep is incredibly important to all kinds of aspects of your wellbeing. You probably don’t need me to tell you that, and you probably don’t need a special, dedicated week to amplify your awareness of the importance of sleep, either. That said, Sleep Awareness Week (8-14 March) is happening right now, and it’s as good…
Satechi CubeDock merges charging, storage, and connectivity into a single compact aluminum enclosure Three Thunderbolt 5 ports allow fast data transfer and multiple displays simultaneously Internal M.2 NVMe slot supports up to 8TB with 6000MB per second speeds If you’ve ever wished your desk setup could do more without taking up extra space, the new…
Selection Sunday is a week from today, which means March Madness is on the horizon. If you’re a college basketball enthusiast and want to upgrade your display in time for this year’s NCAA tournament, then it’s a great time to find a bargain. Spring is when brands like Samsung and LG release new TVs, which…
Valve recommits to a 2026 launch for the Steam Machine There had previously been rumors of a delay into 2027 The RAM crisis could still have an impact on the retail pricing Valve has again committed to launching the Steam Machine during the course of 2026, after worries that the RAM crisis might cause a…
Starlink V2 satellites hope to connect ordinary smartphones directly without extra equipment Network aims to provide uninterrupted mobile service across terrestrial and satellite coverage Peak speeds could reach 150 Mbps as Starlink plans to launch up to 15,000 V2 satellites Satellite connectivity services have traditionally focused on coverage rather than raw performance, particularly compared with…
It’s been years since I last invested in one of the best laptops, but now my trusted Chromebook is looking a little worse for wear. For a while, I’ve been toying with the idea of replacing it with the iPad Air with M3 — until Apple unveiled the rather attractive MacBook Neo. Apple’s first entry-level…
Apple has only just announced the MacBook Neo, but we’ve already spotted a preorder deal that gives every customer a $25 Best Buy gift card when buying the $599 laptop. The perks don’t end there, though. The deal also includes free Apple Music for up to three months and free Apple TV for two months,…