Wi-Fi 8 won’t bring a speed boost, but it will have one major upgrade
Wi-Fi is the backbone of modern connectivity, evolving with each iteration to support our increasing reliance on the internet. We’re still a ways off from …
Josh Hawkins has been writing for over a decade, covering science, gaming, and tech culture. He also is a top-rated product reviewer with experience in extensively researched product comparisons, headphones, and gaming devices.
Whenever he isn’t busy writing about tech or gadgets, he can usually be found enjoying a new world in a video game, or tinkering with something on his computer.
Latest Articles by Joshua Hawkins
Engineers invented bendable concrete that’s self-healing and self-heating
Concrete is a cornerstone of modern construction, but its inherent flaws pose significant challenges for construction companies—and environmentalists alike. Now, though, engineers have developed a …
Physicists think they may know the key to unlocking time travel
Imagine a thread so thin it’s invisible to the naked eye but packed with the mass of thousands of stars. This isn’t science fiction—it’s the …
Antarctica may have once been covered by a jungle of trees, new study shows
Picture Antarctica—not as an endless expanse of snow and ice, but as a lush, green rainforest teeming with towering trees and mysterious plants. It sounds …
NASA has a big problem with all the wind blowing out of Uranus
In 1986, NASA’s Voyager 2 made history as the first—and so far, the only—spacecraft to visit Uranus. This close encounter gave scientists a rare look …
China just debuted a ‘flying’ car and it could release as soon as 2026
China’s leap into the future of transportation just gained some serious altitude. XPeng, a leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, showcased a new flying car at …
Scientific breakthrough could make X-ray scans safer by reducing radiation
X-rays have fundamentally revolutionized healthcare, giving us views of the human body and even almost impossible views of atoms. However, the radiation involved in X-rays …
Revolutionary test can identify nearly any infection in a patient
A revolutionary new medical test highlighted in a study in Nature Medicine could transform infection diagnostics forever. This new metagenomic sequencing test can detect a …
Don’t miss the last supermoon of 2024 this week
If you’re a fan of stunning night skies, Friday night is your last chance to witness a supermoon in 2024. Known as the Beaver Moon, …
Researchers found a surprise in DNA from Beethoven’s 200-year-old hair
In a surprising twist, scientists conducting a DNA analysis of Ludwig van Beethoven’s hair have uncovered new details about the composer’s health—and an unexpected revelation …
Researchers made crack-resistant concrete using fibers from cheap carpet scraps
Concrete is a foundational material in construction, but it can encounter a costly problem: cracking. Engineers have been looking for ways to make stronger, more durable …
Scientists can track where you’ve been by having AI look at the bacteria on your body
Imagine being traced to a particular location based on the bacteria you pick up on your travels. Researchers from Lund University have created an AI …
There’s a gravitational anomaly in Canada where you can instantly lose weight
Did you know that gravity isn’t the same everywhere on Earth? In Canada’s Hudson Bay, gravity is slightly weaker than the global average—an anomaly scientists …
Crazy video shows a robot learning how to do a job just by watching a person
Imagine a world where robots clean your home, beaches, and even public spaces. We’re already well on our way there, but a new self-learning robotic …
The North Taurid meteor shower will peak tonight – don’t miss it
Stargazers, mark your calendars as the North Taurid meteor shower will peak tonight, giving you a chance to witness bright streaks of fireballs as they …
Researchers found a way to harvest electricity using nothing but Styrofoam and wind
Researchers at RMIT University have discovered a way to create electricity from Styrofoam. Traditionally considered a major pollutant, Styrofoam is also apparently a surprising source …
Japanese scientists created plant-animal hybrid cells that make their own energy from sunlight
A group of researchers in Japan have made quite the breakthrough. According to a new study published in the Proceedings of the Japan Academy, Series …
Scary study finds over 1 billion young people are at risk of hearing loss for one reason
Your music listening habits could be putting your hearing at risk. A recent study published in the BMJ Global Health Journal warns that between 670 …
A contraption made from recycled tires can purify water for under $0.01 per liter
Imagine a device that not only purifies water but also recycles waste, all at an affordable price. Researchers at Dalhousie University in Canada have made …
One of the scariest malware threats is now targeting Windows gamers
Windows gamers are the latest target in the Winos4.0 campaign, according to a new threat analysis from security researchers at FortiGuard Labs. The report suggests …
Breakthrough at Cornell could put an end to exploding batteries for good
Researchers working at Cornell have made a breakthrough discovery that could spell the end of exploding batteries. Several years back, this was an especially big …
Next-gen 6G wireless tech might use human bodies for energy
The world is still settling into 5G, but that hasn’t stopped researchers from setting their sights on the next iteration, 6G wireless tech. When it …
Japan just launched the world’s first wooden satellite into space
Japan has finally launched the world’s first wooden satellite into orbit. The satellite was developed by Kyoto University and homebuilder Sumitomo Forestry and will fly …
Scientists can tweak one gene to extend lifespans by up to 30%
Researchers have identified a particular cellular protein that affects aging. They’ve also managed to tweak this gene to produce it in fruit flies, extending their …
Researchers found a way to bend light around corners, and it’s crazy to see in action
We can bend light around corners. I know it sounds crazy, and it looks crazy when you see it in action for the first time. …
Researchers found a way to 3D print concrete that’s stronger and more durable
The hunt for more sustainable concrete to replace the climate change driving force of Portland cement has hit a massive leap in progression. This progression …
Archaeologists uncovered a 2,000-year-old temple submerged underwater
A sunken temple that feels like it could be straight out of an Indiana Jones movie has been discovered off the coast of Italy. The …
Scientists found a new way to make cancer cells self-destruct
Scientists have created a new compound that can self-destruct cancer cells. The compound is made up of two proteins, which researchers “glued” together. They describe …
Researchers found an incredible way to stop nightmares
We don’t really understand why we dream. It’s something scientists have been baffled by for decades. However, researchers may have found a simple way to …
Scientists found a clear link between red meat and cancer
Despite clear indicators and evidence that red meat can be linked to some types of cancer, scientists have struggled to find the exact mechanism responsible …
