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Autonomous BeachBot Leaves its Mark, and Masterpieces, In the Sand

Leave it to Disney to create something both cute and kitschy that everyone wants to have—but not necessarily something that anyone would ever need. Their newest venture named “BeachBot” is perhaps the cutest turtle robot you’ve ever seen, and he’s likely the most artistic too.

Yahoo’s Gain is Google’s Loss

The new deal between Mozilla, maker of the Firefox web browser and Yahoo have shifted Internet search usage with Yahoo seeing some of its biggest gains in years while Google slips slightly in its Internet Search dominance.

2015 Is Longer By 1 Second, Which Could Wreak Havoc on Computers

Computers operate based on predefined rules and logic, but the universe often has a logic all to its own. This year, there will be one added second of time, and this extra second is proving to be a problem for software developers around the world.

FCC To Vote On Net Neutrality Next Month

During a public interview at the ongoing International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, FCC chairman Tom Wheeler announced that the agency intends to vote on new proposed net neutrality rules next February 26. According to Wheeler, the proposal will be circulated to the commissioners on February 5th, giving them a three week window to consider the new rules before the vote.

Pop-Up Printing Techniques in the Age of 3D Printing

The age of 3D printing is upon us, and many individuals and companies alike have leveraged the power of 3D printing for everything from the manufacturing of parts to creating fully functioning prosthetic limbs. Now, researchers at Northwestern University and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have developed a new fabrication technique that is simple and will create beautiful and complex 3D micro- and nanonstructures.

CES—How Sleep Number Plans To Drive Monsters Out From Under Your Bed

Ever worry that your little one may not be getting enough rest? Perhaps they’re tossing and turning during the nights out of fear of monsters under the bed, or perhaps they’re simply too amped up from their day’s play. Whatever the reason, there’s no need to fear. A new smart bed debuted this week at the International Consumer Electronics Show’s “Internet of Things”, and it has got the stats and gadgets to let your children and yourself sleep with ease.

NASA and NOAA Support the Development of Two New Climate Tracking Apps

With development support from national organizations, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and NASA, researchers at the Space Science and Engineering Center (SSEC) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have developed two new mobile apps that will bring the power of satellite data right to your fingertips.

Under Armour and HTC Pair Up for International Consumer Electronics Show

While mostly designed with competitors and corporate buyers in mind, this year’s International Consumer Electronics Show is sure to be one for the masses. Marking “CES Day Zero”, Monday morning’s press day, while filled with keynote speakers and presentations from the CEOs of Samsung, Sony, Panasonic, LG and even Mercedes, also alluded to a few inventions in the works that will have you opening up your wallet.

Technology Drives Productivity in the Office

The evolution of digital technology continues to revolutionize business, and is increasing productivity and employee flexibility, while also increasing the length of the average workday.

Buying a Car To Ring-in The New Year: Tips On How to Do It Right.

Buying a car is quite a bit like hunting--there's a season for it. And one of the best seasons to hunt-down a great auto deal is the time right after the New Year. But don't let the myriad of car commercials be your sole information outlet. Experts say that doing your own car-related research and "keeping an open mind" are the keys to finding a four-wheel bargain.

Users' Storage Woes Spawns Lawsuit Against Appl

Apple's latest mobile operating system, iOS 8, seems to be a little too hungry for memory. So much so that a new lawsuit has been filed that alleges Apple misrepresented the storage capacity on many of its devices, in an effort to push their iCloud storage service.

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