Spark owners, update your drone’s firmware or it will be grounded
DJI has told owners of its Spark drone to update its firmware by September 1 or the machine will be grounded.
Good to the last drop? NASA could use astronaut pee to make tools, food
On longer missions, astronauts will need to utilize readily available materials. NASA may use astronaut pee to make plastics and even food.
Scientists re-create the ‘diamond rain’ effect from Neptune and Uranus
The “diamond rain” which has been hypothesized as taking place on Neptune and Uranus has been replicated in a lab for the first time.
One of the ingredients in poop could make you fitter and healthier
It may sound counterintuitive at first, but exposure to one of the compounds found in poop could help make you healthier.
Stick-on patch monitors vitals, wirelessly transmits data to smartphone
The stick-on patch could help doctors and patients wirelessly track biometrics, with results sent directly to a smartphone.
Meet Cubiio, a laser engraver that can fit in your backpack
No self respecting “maker” studio should be without a laser engraver -- and new Kickstarter device Cubiio is here to help.
Ambient music made with eclipse data is out of this world
Researchers devised a way to experience the eclipse with sound, using eclipse data to create a musical composition.
Zooculus rift — lab animals get their own virtual reality system
FreemoVR monitors the movements of common lab animals like mice, zebrafish, and fruit flies, and projects environments onto a screen.
Grub’s up — startup thinks the next great sustainable food is … fly larvae?
New U.K.-based food startup Entocycle has a fresh idea for sustainable snacks: protein-packed black soldier fly larvae.
Walmart, like Amazon, is pondering a floating warehouse for drone deliveries
Sounding no less wacky than when it was suggested by Amazon, Walmart is considering building a giant floating warehouse for drone delivery
Check out these stunning photos of the total solar eclipse
The momentous solar eclipse has come and gone, but don't worry if you missed it -- check out our picks for the best solar eclipse photos!
DribbleUp soccer ball isn’t only smarter than an average ball, it’s cheaper too
Now available on Kickstarter, DribbleUp's smart soccer ball and app combo promises to take your game to the next level.
Dissolving pods mean no splashes when you add cream to your coffee
Researchers from Germany have developed dissolving milk pods, ready to be dropped straight into your favorite hot beverage like a sugar cube.
Hacked smart devices double as surveillance tools, new research finds
Hackers can turn smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs into surveillance tools by hacking the devices and accessing their microphones.
This miniature robot arm could be the future of keyhole surgery
British engineers have developed a tiny keyhole surgery robot arm, which is one-third the size of the robots currently used for the job.
Lifesaving smart fabric can detect and neutralize deadly nerve gas
Researchers at City College of New York have developed a smart fabric that’s capable of detecting and neutralizing deadly nerve gas.
Exway’s smart X1 skateboard will help riders of all levels beat the traffic
Skateboarding has never been quite so smart. Meet the Exway X1, described as the most intelligent skateboard to hit the pavement.
Drones could become a headache for Border Patrol agents
People are finding all kinds of uses for drones these days. The problem is that some of them can land you in big trouble.
Elon Musk is convinced killer robots are coming, and he has a plan
Tech luminaries from around the globe have banded together to urge the United Nations to implement a treaty that would ban killer robots.
Watch the 'Uneekbot' shoe-making robot stitch sandals on demand
Keen Footwear brings its Uneekbot robot to Tokyo to create custom versions of its Uneek shoes in a fraction of the typical time.
Google can now erase watermarks from stock photos
An algorithm created by Google is able to easily remove any watermarks from pictures and images from stock photography organizations.
Everything you need to know about the 2017 solar eclipse
The 2017 solar eclipse will be a show in the skies, as the US experiences its first total solar eclipse in 38 years. Find out how to see it.
Awesome tech you can’t buy yet: Stackable grills and laser engravers
Check out our roundup of the best new crowdfunding projects and product announcements that hit the web this week.
What would it be like to watch the solar eclipse from the moon?
Almost 30 years ago, artist Pat Rawlings imagined what it would be like to view the August 21, 2017 solar eclipse from the moon.
The 3D-printed Aslan robotic arm could help translate for the deaf
Meet Aslan, a new 3D-printed structure meant to "minimize the communication barrier between the hearing and the deaf."
Want to live longer? Forever Labs wants to help, using your stem cells
Forever Labs is a new Y Combinator startup that seeks to help you live longer and healthier by preserving adult stem cells.
An astronomer at your fingertips: The 6 best solar eclipse apps
Dozens of apps are popping up in Google Play and iTunes leading up to the eclipse. Here are the six best solar eclipse apps available.
Engineers have found a way to 3D print more realistic bones for medical use
Researchers have developed a new 3D-printable artificial bone design for stronger and more effective bone replacements.
A simple eye test could alert you of onset Alzheimer's years before symptoms emerge
Researchers have discovered that a retina scan could help diagnose Alzheimer's disease years before other symptoms start to emerge.
Cosmonauts launch 3D-printed satellite from the International Space Station
NASA has been tinkering with 3D printed tools to minimize launch costs. This new 3D printed satellite may change the future of exploration.
Want to experiment controlling a swarm of robots? Georgia Tech is here to help
Georgia Tech's new “Robotarium” lab will let users from around the world upload their own code and use it to control a giant swarm of robots.
Weekly Rewind: Tiny iPhones, injectable bandages, Bitcoin for dentists, and more
In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of this week's top tech stories.
Mirror, mirror on the wall: HiMirror helps you with your skin troubles
HiMirror's smart mirror promises to bring you features you might actually want in a mirror, and now comes in a variety of products.
Scientists use magnetism 'mind control' to make a mouse move around
Scientists have demonstrated that it's possible to use the power of magnetism to control the movement of mice.