Saving the planet with a fleet of seed-bombing A.I. reforestation drones
After a fresh round of funding, Dendra Systems is ready to unleash its drone reforestation squad on the world. But is it too little, too late?
How big data forced the hunt for extraterrestrial intelligence to evolve
How the age of big data is changing the search for extraterrestrial intelligence.
Giant weights, liquid air, and beyond: How we’ll store energy in the future
In order for the world to transition to clean, renewable energy, we first need more ways to store power. Here's an overview of the best methods.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Most influential Latinas in tech
Each year, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated in the United States, beginning on September 15 and ending on October 15. Established in 1968, the celebration seeks to recognize the contributions and achievements of the Latin American community in this country.
These are the best new laptops launching this fall
Here are the five most interesting new laptops announced or rumored for release later this year, from Apple, Dell, Lenovo, Asus, and Microsoft.
The future of moviemaking? Inside Intel’s insane volumetric film studio
Remember the "bullet time" scene from the Matrix? Intel's cutting-edge movie studio allows filmmakers to capture that kind of shot, but from every angle.
Apple’s AirPods Pro spatial audio turns your iPhone into a movie theater
Some audio effects are just cheesy, but not Apple's new spatial audio for the AirPods Pro. Here's why we're seriously impressed by the new 3D sound experience.
Most influential Hispanic Americans in Hollywood’s film industry
As part of the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we introduce you to these celebrities who have stood out in the film industry, adding flavor to Hollywood, and making the Hispanic American community around the world proud.
Razer CEO: New consoles are ‘going to be huge for us’
Gamer-centric hardware company Razer also has deep interests in other corners of the video game world.
Intel 11th-gen Tiger Lake review: An impressive comeback
After testing the first Intel reference model for 11th-gen Tiger Lake, it's clear that Intel is staging a comeback against AMD.
The Litter-Robot 3 Connect saves time, but makes me miss my cats’ poops
Cleaning the litter box is a chore, but the Litter-Robot 3 Connect takes that hassle away. It's an asset for the smart home, but makes me miss my cats' poops.
Scotch, lasers, and the multimillion dollar battle against counterfeit booze
Counterfeit whisky is a bigger problem than you might think. Fortunately, laser spectroscopy is coming to the rescue. Here's how.
The most influential Hispanic leaders in technology
As part of our ongoing coverage of Hispanic Heritage Month 2020, Digital Trends compiles a list every year of the most influential Hispanic leaders in the technology industry.
Sony prepares for war with PlayStation 5 showcase
PlayStation 5 launch will take a much different approach than Xbox Series X.
Five reasons to upgrade to iOS 14 and two reasons not to
Apple's iOS 14 is here, and it brings with it a series of great features. On the fence about updating? Here are five reasons to upgrade, and two reasons not to.
The birth of big data: How Simulmatics predicted the future 60 years ago
If Then: How the Simulmatics Corporation Invented the Future is a new book by historian Jill Lepore.
Apple Fitness+ vs. Peloton: Can Apple’s new fitness service defeat the champ?
Apple Fitness+ is a workout service that integrates the Apple Watch directly with an on-screen guided workout session, competing directly with Peloton Digital.
Why do we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month?
In 1968, Congress authorized Democrat President Lyndon B. Johnson to proclaim National Hispanic Heritage Week -- but what does it mean to U.S. Hispanics today?
Exclusive: George Takei talks video game voice acting and space tourism dreams
In this exclusive interview, legendary actor George Takei discusses his latest voice-acting project, his unique history, and his space tourism aspirations
Whatever happened to Li-Fi?
After being introduced to the world in 2011, Li-Fi technology generated lots of hype and tons of investment dollars. But it still hasn't caught on. Here's why.
All the amazing rocket launches that happened this summer
Summer 2020 was one of the busiest ever for rocket launches. To celebrate this unprecedented spell of lively launchpad activity, let’s revisit the best ones.
Apple’s new App Store rules could help Epic’s antitrust case
Apple changes rules for game streaming services, impacting Microsoft xCloud and Google Stadia.
With coronavirus on campus, college freshmen face a disorienting orientation
Addison Cross is a college freshman at Texas A&M who's learning the ropes as she navigates her first year at school.
Six months later, the Huawei App Gallery still can’t take on Google Play
It has been six months since I last setup a Huawei phone using the App Gallery, so it was time to revisit the growing store and see how things have changed.
How NASA’s top illustrators use data to draw invisible interstellar objects
Even with super powerful telescopes, many interstellar objects are difficult to get a clear picture of. That's where NASA illustrators come in.
Here’s why you shouldn’t leave your holiday shopping until Black Friday
Get your holiday shopping out of the way this Prime Day and save yourself the hassle of shopping during Black Friday.
How Rube Goldberg’s granddaughter keeps the legacy of crazy contraptions alive
Cartoonist Rube Goldberg's chain reaction machines endure today tanks in part to the efforts of his granddaughter, Jennifer George.
There’s a way to weaken hurricanes, but scientists say it’s too crazy to try
There's a weird natural phenomenon that helps to weaken hurricanes destined for the United States. What if we could re-create that phenomenon ourselves?
Dreamcatcher is an A.I. that could help analyze the world’s dreams
Researchers from Nokia Bell Labs in the U.K. have built Dreamcatcher, an A.I. tool that can help analyze written reports of dreams and extract meaning.
Robot vacuum scorecard: Which is the most efficient cleaner?
Robot vacuums were one of the first smart home appliances people bought. The tech has come a long way since then. These are our favorites.
How The Mandalorian’s visual effects made old Star Wars creatures new again
The Mandalorian gave Disney+ a big hit right from the start with its Star Wars spinoff story, and innovative visual effects played a big role in its success.
I took ‘gamer supplements’ for a week to see if I’d become a gaming god
Can gamer supplements really boost your performance, or are they just snake oil? I took them for a week straight and tracked my skill stats to find out.
How Intel and MSI collaborated to craft its new Summit series of laptops
Speaking with Intel and MSI, we have the behind-the-scenes story behind the new Summit series of laptops -- systems unlike any MSI has ever made.
It’s time to give Siri, Alexa, and other smart home devices a feminist reboot
Dr. Yolande Strengers and Dr. Jenny Kennedy talk about their new book, Smart Wife: Why Siri, Alexa, and Other Smart Home Devices Need a Feminist Reboot.