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- Amsterdam 3D-printed bridge: Would you drive over this bridge?
Amsterdam 3D-printed bridge: A Netherlands-based startup is set to build a bridge over a canal in Amsterdam using 3D-printing robots.
- Google announces YouTube Gaming. Will the app grab online gamers' attention?
This summer, YouTube will launch YouTube Gaming, a channel for gamers to stream and broadcast games and e-sports. Many see this as Google's direct attack on Twitch, a popular video game streaming service.
- Google and others try to get rid of the password. But why?
Google is the latest to join the wave of companies trying to eliminate the need for passwords. By using context-aware settings, password managers, biometrics, and two-step verification, we may no longer need a barrier to access our accounts.
- Will Oculus Touch be as groundbreaking as the Rift?
Oculus Rift lets you see virtual reality. Now, Oculus Touch lets you reach out into those 3-D worlds. Is this the interactivity that VR needs?
- How Twitter is crowdsourcing its war on trolls
With the launch of a new feature, Twitter is now making it easier to divide, conquer, and… block.
- Can Google’s Sidewalk Labs help your city?
Google announced Wednesday that it is founding and funding Sidewalk Labs, a company dedicated to improving urban living through technology and partnerships.
- Five important lessons from when my research went viral
Last July, I published a paper with a colleague. Within a month, 4,300 news outlets covered my work. Here's what I learned from the media whirlwind.
- Google secretly rolls out conversational search about nearby places
Google can now answer “how tall is this” or “when does this restaurant open.” Is this natural language, location-aware search feature a herald of ubiquitous computing?
- Could Microsoft's humongous touchscreen make meetings bearable?
Microsoft announced today that their latest tablet, the Surface Hub, will be available for order starting July 1. But the price tag has some wondering if the giant screen built for conference rooms is worth it.
- How a new smart oven will do your cooking for you – perfectly
The June Intelligent Oven knows exactly what you're cooking and how to cook it. Co-founders Matt Van Horn and Nikhil Boghal attempt to take the surprises out of making dinner.
- 13 key questions about Apple Music
Apple unveiled Apple Music at WWDC 2015. How does this new music streaming service work?
- Facebook Lite offers similar mobile experience, but at lower cost
Last week, Facebook announced the wide release of Facebook Lite, a 'slimmed-down' version of its Android app that gives users in low-data areas increased access to Facebook.
- New bill in Congress could help launch a gold rush in space
Asteroid mining could capture trillions of dollars worth of rare minerals. But who owns material mined from asteroids? A bill in Congress tries to solve this issue.
- Apple Music vs. Spotify. What's the difference?
Apple recently announced the June 30 launch of its new music streaming service, Apple Music. How does it differ from leading music streamer Spotify?
- WWDC: Apple wants customers to talk like people, not robots
At its WWDC keynote, Apple hyped 'natural language' features that will let people ask Siri questions and search their devices in full sentences, rather than in keyword phrases.
- Apple to offer music-streaming service. Too late to the game?
Apple is expected to roll out a music-streaming service similar to Spotify and Pandora. Can Apple compete in such an crowded field?
- Apple Music to enter the streaming game
As digital music downloads take a backseat to streaming sites, Apple's newest service is set to launch on Monday.
- Charging via Wi-Fi could be the future of wireless power
Researchers from the University of Washington have developed a way to power devices using existing Wi-Fi systems.
- Why the US Coast Guard has a new boating safety app
The new USCG boating app offers a variety of features, including reporting a hazard, pollution or suspicious activity on the water. It also includes a float plan tool and access to NOAA buoy weather data.
- New Video Game Hall of Fame shines a spotlight on older games
The first six inductees to the World Video Game Hall of Fame have been announced. Why haven't these classic games been recognized sooner?