This company figured out how to charge an electric car in under 5 minutes
One of the biggest pain points of electric vehicles is how long they take to charge. While we have seen some recent developments in fast-charging …
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New bionic legs plug directly into a patient’s brain
Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have showcased a new type of bionic leg that can be plugged directly into the patient’s brain. …
Best July 4th deals: Apple sale, $30 mosquito repellent, $50 Waterpik, $70 SodaStream, 36% off eero, more
It’s true that Prime Day 2024 is right around the corner, but July 4th deals are here to tide us over in the meantime. Here …
This NYT article about Elon Musk’s politics hurting Tesla sales is so stupid
Let me preface what I’m about to write by noting that I don’t own a Tesla, and I’m not an Elon Musk fanboy. But it …
MIT designed a soft robotic system just for packing groceries
Self-checkouts may take on a new meaning sometime in the future. Instead of having to scan the items yourself, a grocery packing robot may be …
How to watch 2 meteor showers dueling in the skies this month
Summer nights are some of the shortest of the year, and while that isn’t always great for stargazing, July isn’t lacking when it comes to …
Netflix is starting to kick subscribers off of its basic ad-free plan
After eliminating its cheapest ad-free plan for new subscribers in the US, UK, and Canada last year, Netflix is starting to kick existing subscribers off …
Sleep apnea drug trial was so effective, some people stopped using CPAP machines
Testing for a new sleep apnea drug has proven exceptionally successful. Not only has the drug allowed some patients to abandon their CPAP machines entirely, …
Terrifying new robot has a brain made from human stem cells
A group of Chinese researchers has created a robot with a brain made of human stem cells. The technology is technically a “brain-on-a-chip,” and the …
Today’s deals: $19 myQ smart garage controller, $799 75-inch smart TV, $90 Ninja Air Fryer Pro, more
Ahead of Prime Day 2024, we have an exclusive deal that’s only for BGR readers. Use the coupon code BGRGA715 at checkout between now and …
This company designed walls that can cool a house without any electricity
An Indian architect has come up with an astounding new way to cool buildings and homes that don’t rely on electricity or chemicals. The new …
Mesmerizing video shows the world’s largest land mammal migration in stunning detail
A first-of-its-kind aerial survey of wildlife in South Sudan has helped confirm the world’s largest land mammal migration, and now we’ve even recorded evidence of …
Today’s deals: $120 off Ryzen 9 mini PC, $89 Apple AirPods, $25 portable neck fan, $79 23andMe DNA test, more
Prime Day 2024 hasn’t officially started yet, but BGR readers have exclusive early access to one of the hottest Prime Day deals of the year. …
Creepy self-healing artificial human skin might make robots look friendlier
We’ve all seen the movies: robots that look and behave like humans are among us, and chaos ensues. Most of the time, it’s some sort …
New smart bandages create ‘cyber skin’ over wounds
Caltech researchers, working in collaboration with the USC Keck School of Medicine, have created a new type of smart bandage that can help improve the …
Study: These are the foods to eat to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes
I often joke that I’m on my way to type 2 diabetes because of genetics. My love for ice cream will also play a role …
Scientists are spiking rhino horns with radioactive poison to thwart poachers
Scientists in South Africa are going to startling lengths to dissuade poachers from hunting rhinos by implanting radioactive isotopes in their horns. The scientists accomplish …
Let’s revisit this prescient Jon Stewart Daily Show clip after that wild Trump-Biden debate
President Biden did not have a great night last night. As I write these words, audience figures for the first 2024 presidential debate on CNN …
Scientists developed a pill that can prevent noise-induced hearing loss
Exposure to loud noise is a risk factor for hearing loss. That’s why it’s great to see smart devices like the iPhone and AirPods notify …
Netflix is releasing 40+ new movies and series next week – put these 3 at the top of your list
Next week kicks off a new month and a new wave of Netflix releases, with dozens of shows and movies, both old and new, hitting …
Today’s deals: July 4th sales, $19.50 AirTags, best-selling laptops, $300 Shark AI robot vacuum, more
Prime Day 2024 is right around the corner (shop early Prime Day deals right here), but July 4th comes first, and there are some big …
Xbox Cloud Gaming coming to Amazon Fire TV is another step towards the future of gaming
Xbox Cloud Gaming is such a cool idea. I love the concept that I can sit down in front of my living room television and …
This new robotic lawn mower hit 800% funded in under 12 hours
The Oasa R1 promises a “premier” robot mowing experience. The new mower, which hit Kickstarter on June 26, has already pulled in more than 800% …
Today’s deals: $53 HP Chromebook, $850 M3 MacBook Air, 20% off LG C4 OLED TV, $28 Echo Dot, more
Prime Day 2024 is less than a month away, but so many great deals are already available now. You can shop them all right here, …
Amazon may take on Temu and Shein with a new Chinese discount store
If you’ve been secretly wishing for Amazon to feature incredibly cheap products like the ones you can order on AliExpress, Temu, and Shein, you might …
The world’s most dangerous cheese is served covered in jumping maggots
Cheese is a wonderful food. It’s a core component of many meals, including some of my personal favorites. But not all cheese is good. In …
Scientists are getting closer to proving the multiverse exists
The universe is a massive place, with galaxies well beyond our own. However, some also hypothesize that there may be more than one universe. The …
Apple expands Self Service Repair program to 32 European countries
Apple Self Service Repair program, which helps users repair Apple products on their own thanks to access to manuals and genuine Apple parts, is expanding …
Today’s deals: Early Prime Day sales, $50 Ring Doorbell, $80 Keurig coffee maker, $470 Dyson V11, more
Earlier this week, Amazon announced that Prime Day 2024 will be a two-day event on July 16-17. Needless to say, the retailer’s “two-day event” has …
Scientists found a new ‘tipping point’ in the Antarctic ice shelves, and it’s really bad
New research into some of Earth’s largest ice sheets has revealed a startling new Antarctic tipping point, and researchers say that it has the potential …
