Terrifying video shows how easy it is to get coronavirus while flying
Airlines might be looking to reassure passengers that flying during the coronavirus pandemic will be safe, but there are no guarantees right now. We know …
Chris Smith has been covering consumer electronics ever since the iPhone revolutionized the industry in 2007. When he’s not writing about the most recent tech news for BGR, he closely follows the events in Marvel’s Cinematic Universe and other blockbuster franchises.
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Doctors finally understand one of the scary ways coronavirus kills
Researchers have figured out why the novel coronavirus can lead to strokes and heart attacks. Doctors from Ireland observed that severe COVID-19 patients are more …
Fauci just delivered fantastic news about coronavirus vaccines
Dr. Anthony Fauci said in an interview that a coronavirus vaccine might be widely available as soon as January. A drug that could prevent COVID-19 …
Apple Watch 6 features leaked: Sleep tracking, pulse oximeter, and mental health
A new leak says the Apple Watch 6 will incorporate several new health-tracking features, including sleep, mental health, and blood oxygenation. The leak is in …
Will the coronavirus pandemic finally ‘kill’ the iPhone’s notch?
Face ID doesn’t work on iPhone if you’re using a mask, and the use of face masks is advised during the novel coronavirus pandemic. Apple …
Coronavirus might make it impossible to bring back sports any time soon
A new study shows that athletes aren’t guaranteed to get a mild COVID-19 case just because they’re healthy and have good lungs. Their improved breathing …
US intelligence concludes that the coronavirus wasn’t man-made
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence said on Thursday there’s no evidence that the novel coronavirus was man-made or genetically engineered. US intelligence …
Coronavirus medicine remdesivir just got its most important endorsement yet
A National Institutes of Health (NIH) trial involving more than 1,000 patients revealed that remdesivir can help COVID-19 patients recover faster. Dr. Anthony Fauci said …
This coronavirus vaccine might be just a few months away from release
A new coronavirus vaccine candidate from Germany has entered human trials, and it might be ready for emergency use as soon as this fall. Vaccine …
Some Galaxy S20 Ultra owners say the camera glass breaks easily
Some Galaxy S20 Ultra owners say the glass that protects the rear-facing camera module can break with ease. Users claim their devices were protected by …
These illustrations show how a coronavirus vaccine could prevent infection
As many as 90 vaccine candidates for the novel coronavirus are already in the works, with six of them having hit human trails. Not all …
Waze is finally getting a navigation feature you’ve always wanted
Waze is testing a navigation feature that users have wanted for years: Lane guidance. The app will now show visual guidance for exits and turns …
Anyone can now get a coronavirus test at home for $119
A large network of labs is now selling at-home coronavirus test kits for $119. The test will tell you whether you’ve developed COVID-19 antibodies if …
This is how the coronavirus kills
The National Institutes of Health produced new imagery of the novel coronavirus that causes the deadly COVID-19 disease. The image shows SARS-CoV-2 replicas exiting the …
This is the most important Google Maps feature during the coronavirus crisis
A Google Maps feature that allows anyone to create custom maps of their local region has seen a surge in usage this year. Some authorities …
UK doesn’t want to use Apple’s and Google’s coronavirus contact tracing solution
UK’s National Health Service (NHS) is going forward with an iPhone and Android app for coronavirus contact tracing. The government has refused to use the …
Google’s Zoom rival Meet is now free for everyone
Google on Wednesday announced that its new video conferencing tool Google Meet will be available free of charge to anyone with a Gmail address. The …
Coronavirus vaccine maker Moderna announces plans for phase 2 trial
Moderna, one of the first companies to start clinical trials on humans for a coronavirus vaccine, is looking to move to phase 2. The mRNA-1273 …
Fauci: US ‘could be in for a bad fall’ if coronavirus treatments don’t work
Dr. Anthony Fauci says America “could be in for a bad fall” if coronavirus treatments don’t work. Several drugs and therapies are currently in clinical …
New leak suggests Chromecast Ultra with remote will launch soon
Google is expected to launch a second-generation Chromecast Ultra in the coming weeks. The device will feature a remote, support for Google Assistant, as well …
UK doctors warn of unusual coronavirus symptoms in some children
UK doctors have issued an alert to colleagues about a series of severe symptoms that can appear in some children infected with the novel coronavirus. …
Doctors think they’ve discovered another potential coronavirus cure
Doctors treating severe COVID-19 cases in New York attempted stem cell therapy on 12 patients, 10 of whom came off ventilators after receiving treatment. It’s …
One country has stopped coronavirus community transmission
New Zealand announced a considerable milestone in dealing with the novel coronavirus: The country stopped the community transmission of COVID-19. New Zealand has eased some …
WhatsApp video chat supports groups of up to 8 people ahead of Rooms integration
WhatsApp video chat now supports up to eight people thanks to a new update that’s currently rolling out to users. WhatsApp video calls are end-to-end …
iPhone SE can’t expand lock screen notifications – and it’s not a bug
iPhone SE users have noticed that Haptic Touch doesn’t work on lock screen notifications or inside Notification Center. It appears that Haptic Touch behaves as …
Sony delayed ‘Spider-Man 3,’ forcing more MCU Phase 4 moves
Sony pushed back the launch of Spider-Man 3 by a few months, forcing Disney to make a few changes to other Phase 4 premiere dates. …
Researchers want to know if pollution helps coronavirus spread farther
Researchers have discovered that particles of the novel coronavirus can bind to air pollution, which could allow the virus to travel over more significant distances. …
First known coronavirus victim’s heart ‘burst’ due to the infection
The first known coronavirus death in the US happened on February 6th, much earlier than initially believed. An autopsy report for the 57-year-old woman has …
CDC added 6 new coronavirus symptoms to its guidelines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) added six more coronavirus symptoms to the official list of COVID-19 signs. The updated list includes symptoms …
Many coronavirus patients don’t even have the most common symptom
A study of 5,700 coronavirus patients who were treated in Northwell Health hospitals in the New York area reveals that only some 30% of patients …
