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WIRED's Top Stories in March: More Than Just Facebook

In addition to the Cambridge Analytica controversy, WIRED readers wanted to know about a sinking San Francisco, the engineering behind the Florida bridge collapse, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

WIRED's Top Stories in March: More Than Just Facebook

In addition to the Cambridge Analytica controversy, WIRED readers wanted to know about a sinking San Francisco, the engineering behind the Florida bridge collapse, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Politics of 'Black Panther' Are What Make It Great

The superhero flick's strength lies in the fact that it didn't shy away from addressing issues of black identity. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

March's Best Gear: Cameras, Headphones, Multisport Watches, and More

Plus: Apple's cheapest iPad, Allbirds' new Tree Runners, and the new Dyson V10 cordless vacuum. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Security News This Week: Julian Assange Has Lost His Internet Privileges

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20 Easter Tech Sales (2018): Nintendo, Apple, Dyson, Lenovo

When you're done painting eggs and munching on candy, check out these Easter tech deals. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Use Science (Not Surgery) to Create Your Best Selfie

42 percent of plastic surgeons have seen patients specifically looking to up their selfie game. You don't need surgery; you need math. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Whisper From the First Stars Sets Off Loud Dark Matter Debate

A surprise discovery announced a month ago suggested that the early universe looked very different than previously believed. Initial theories that the discrepancy was due to dark matter have come under fire. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Uber’s Self-Driving Crash Is Confusing for Humans

Autonomous vehicle crashes don't look like human driven ones. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Trump's Misguided China Tariffs Won't Help the US

American prosperity depends on what we will make in the future, not what we made in the past. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Emmanuel Macron Q&A: France's President Discusses Artificial Intelligence Strategy

In an interview with WIRED, French President Emmanuel Macron describes his plans to enhance the country's AI efforts—and differentiate them from those in the US. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tesla's Model S Recall Is Just Its Latest Problem

Automakers recall cars all the time, but Tesla just doesn't need any more problems right now. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: What the New iPad Means for Consumers, and for Students

This week, we ask: Can Apple re-win the hearts and minds of educators? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Where China’s Tiangong-1 Won’t Land (And Where It Still Might)

Large swaths of Earth are already safe from falling space debris. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How I Fell For an Academic Vanity Honeypot Hacking Scheme

WIRED Columnist Virginia Heffernan on how a hacker flattered his way into taking over her Twitter account. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Feminists in China Are Using Emoji to Avoid Censorship

There are other ways to write #MeToo. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best PS4 and PS4 Pro Accessories (2018): Controllers, Headsets, Chargers, and More

Own a PS4 or PS4 Pro? You're definitely going to want some of these lovely extras. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The SamSam Ransomware That Hit Atlanta Will Strike Again

Atlanta isn't the SamSam ransomware strain's first victim—and it won't be the last. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tech Tools to Help With Hand and Arm Injuries

For those who have recently injured or lost their dominant hand, everything from apps to bungees exist to ease the frustration. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week in the Future of Cars: Back to Normal?

A ban for Uber, a challenge to Tesla, and Jaguars for Waymo. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

RSS Readers Are Due for a Comeback: Feedly, The Old Reader, Inoreader

After years of letting algorithms make up our minds for us, the time is right to go back to basics. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Ocean Acidification Could Be a Net Positive for Some Fish

Baby herring adapt to extra carbon dioxide in the water; cod and clams, not so much. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Crispr’d Food, Coming Soon to a Supermarket Near You

This week the USDA announced it has no plans to regulate gene-editing technologies like Crispr, opening the door to a boom in designer foods. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

OK, We Need to Talk About 'Ready Player One'

Was the movie everything we hoped it would be? Two WIRED editors (and proud ’80s kids) hash things out. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Short History of Mark Zuckerberg's Privacy Gaffes at Facebook

Facebook has been updating its privacy settings for more than a decade. Will this time be different? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Learn How to Fold a World-Record-Setting Paper Airplane

John Collins shows you how to fold the innovative paper airplane design that earned him a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook's Election Safeguards Are Still a Work in Progress

The social media giant Thursday outlined several attempts to help protect the midterm elections, but still has a long way to go. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

You Can Model China’s Tiangong-1 Space Station Crash

When and where will the Chinese space station land? We can’t know for sure—but we can examine some variables. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Some Frogs May Be Developing a Chytrid Fungus Resistance

Certain frog species are rebounding after a fungal invasion, probably not because the fungus got any less deadly—the frogs may be evolving to resist the pathogen. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Pinterest Adds New 'People You Follow' Tab to Your Feed

The new "following" tab shows you pins from people you follow in reverse-chronological order. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Photographing a Robot Isn't Just Point and Shoot

Photographer Giulio di Sturco's latest subject is a humanoid named Sophia—and capturing her essence took time. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Here's Why Putting Porn in the Blockchain Won't Kill the Technology

Opinion: A new paper says dirty content encoded in the blockchain could make cryptocurrencies illegal. That's wrong. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

GoPro Hero: Specs, Price, Release Date

The new camera, called simply GoPro Hero, can't do 4K, but it's a great value at $1`99. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Tricky Ethics of the NFL Sharing Troves of Player Data

The NFL will start sharing RFID data on its players with every team—opening up questions about the ethics of analytics in the game. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

MuslimCrypt Steganography App Helps Jihadists Send Secret Messages

The unfortunately named MuslimCrypt uses steganography to pass discreet messages through images online. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Vizio SmartCast Soundbar and Surround Speaker Review: Instant Surround Sound

Vizio’s SoundCast SB3651-E6 is a complete system you can actually afford. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Xbox Spring Sale 2018: Life is Strange, Tomb Raider, Bioshock and More

We picked the best Xbox One games and deals in Microsoft's massive 2018 Xbox Spring Sale! Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Universal Basic Income Could Save America

WIRED columnist Joi Ito on the polarizing, poorly understand concept of universal basic income—and why its moment may have finally arrived. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Coders Are Fighting Bias in Facial Recognition Software

Facial recognition systems are better at identifying whites than people of other ethnic groups. Companies like Gfycat are trying to fix the problem. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Ready Player One' Review: a Virtually Empty Good Time

Steven Spielberg's adaptation of Ernest Cline's VR-fueled adventure novel is fun—but doesn't go beyond its pop culture thrills. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Case of the Missing Dark Matter

Physicists have discovered a galaxy 65 million light years away with so little dark matter that it may contain none at all. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Fall of the TV Family in Trump's America

Donald Trump ruined television—just look at the *Roseanne* reboot. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Model How Light Reflects Off a Mirror With Python

Anything you can do with a pencil and paper is worth doing in code. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Garmin Fenix 5S Review: A Great GPS Watch

You can saw this multisport GPS watch off my cold, dead wrist. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

With ‘Sniffs’ and ‘Licks,’ Petzbe Makes Social Media Nice Again

When people are impersonating their pets online, they tend to be really, really nice. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Next Cold War Is Here, and It's All About Data

The General Data Protection Regulation coming to Europe this spring emphasizes how different societies value personal data and privacy. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Climate Change Skeptics Are Backing Geoengineering

Under the Trump administration, untested, privately funded projects to manipulate the climate have been gaining unprecedented momentum. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook Will Make It Easier for You to Control Your Personal Data

The changes put all the privacy settings in a single place, instead of being spread out across nearly 20 different screens. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Apple Lost Its Place in the Classroom

Apple's new, cheaper iPad still can't compete with Chromebooks in the classroom. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Startup Makes Augmented Reality Social—and Ubiquitous

Ubiquity6 wants to be a platform on which others build AR experiences. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Oracle Wins Latest Round vs. Google in Java Copyright Case

An appeals court rules that Google violated Oracle's copyright when it built a version of Java for the Android operating system, in the latest twist in an 8-year saga. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

YouTube and Pinterest Influencers Almost Never Disclose Marketing Relationships

New research shows how infrequently bloggers label affiliate marketing campaigns according to FTC guidelines. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Roseanne'’s Darlene Conner and the Queer Characters Who Hide in Plain Sight

Sara Gilbert's Darlene wasn't gay, but she became an icon to the LGBTQ community. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple Computers Made for Schools: eMac, eMate 300, PowerMac G3

New iPads follow in the footsteps of Apple’s other educational models. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple iPad for Education: Price, Specs, Release Date

Apple refreshed its lowest cost iPad, adding Pencil support and other software features designed for use in schools. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Facebook Privacy Setting That Doesn’t Do Anything at All

For years, Facebook has left a privacy setting on its site that addresses a problem that no longer exists. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Stunning Skylines of China's Megacities

Luca Campigotto captures the country's spectacular urban spaces in his latest photography collection. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Rant: No, a $38 Water Bottle Can't Turn You Into a #Brave #Boss

There’s no mundanity safe from the impulses of millennial-hungry startups catering to their favorite demographic. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How a Store of Rhino Semen Could Save the Species

Thomas Hildebrandt has been collecting samples from the white rhinoceros with colleagues for about 15 years. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

8 Hot Tech Deals: Dell, Amazon Echo, HTC Vive, August Smart Lock

Get ready for warmer weather with some tech deals. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Cannabis Tech Can Help Build a Better Cup of Coffee

Clean, tasty coffee that begins life in a lab takes a cue from the cultivation of marijuana. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Science Behind Antiaging Methods

As researchers begin to understand how aging works at a molecular level, there’s a glint of promise—and oodles of hype—in new life-­extension treatments. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Synthetic Biology Will Help Me Live Forever

Researchers want to synthesize an optimized human genome that can be stored indefinitely and grown decades from now. So I volunteered mine. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Design Tech High School Is the Ultimate Incubator

Nestled in Silicon Valley, teens at d.tech take classes ranging from music theory to the future of VR and AR—learning by inventing the future. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

What Oversharing on Social Media Taught Me About Parenting

Sharing my daughter through #MiniMilah helped me connect with a cybervillage of support. Now it’s time to lower the volume. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Bigger, Brighter, Simpler: A Tablet for the Mature User

We asked researchers to help us build a device that's optimized for folks whose sight and motor skills are beginning to fade. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Brief History of Screen Panic, From TVs to Today

For as long as we've had screens, people have worried whether too much screen time would make kids less healthy, more violent, and hopelessly distracted. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Kiddie YouTube: Companies Are Cashing in on Reality TV for Tots

While the strategy carries risks, if it pans out, you could soon see more kids in their own Netflix series or on smartphone apps—or wherever kids are. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

What a Real Wedding in a Virtual Space Says About the Future

They met in VR. They fell in love in VR. They tied the knot in VR. Here's a glimpse into the future of relationships. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Seniors Get a Wii Bowling League of Their Own

When Dennis Berkholtz’s parents moved to a retirement home, he launched the National Senior League for Wii Bowling. It's still going strong. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Watch Astronauts Answer Your Burning Questions About Space

We've assembled seven astronauts to prove just how smart and cool they are by answering the top 50 Googled questions about space. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How a Store of Rhino Semen Could Save the Species

Thomas Hildebrandt has been collecting samples from the white rhinoceros with colleagues for about 15 years. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The FTC Is Officially Investigating Facebook's Data Practices

The Federal Trade Commission's probe comes on the heels of the Cambridge Analytica scandal, in which 50 million Americans' Facebook data was reportedly improperly retained by the data firm. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Blockchain Solution to Our Deepfake Problems

WIRED columnist Antonio Garcia Martinez on how the blockchain can help us tell the difference between real videos and fake ones. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best Unlimited Data Plans: T-Mobile, AT&T, Sprint, Verizon

Which wireless carrier has the best unlimited data service (and price)? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cantina Talk: Rian Johnson Knows How You Feel About 'The Last Jedi'

The writer-director has seen all the frustrated fan reactions to his film—and he's cool with it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'One Strange Rock’: How NatGeo’s Docuseries Made Earth A Bit More Otherworldly

Darren Aronofsky and a team of nature-doc specialists turn Earth into a miracle experienced from afar. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Ski Resorts Fight Climate Change With Snow Blowers and Buses

"We are going to have to be appreciative of what we get.” Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Brooklyn Architect Wants to Rewire Puerto Rico with Solar

Architect Jonathan Marvel is building solar arrays to serve community centers, and soon, he hopes, communities. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Some Schools Pay More Than Others When Buying From Apple

Administrators face tough restrictions from Apple and often don't share data, leaving them in the dark when they go to buy computers and software. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Alternate Reality Game That Takes Freshmen Orientation to a New Level

A massive ARG became an obsession at the University of Chicago. It also taught students how to handle not getting along. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

March For Our Lives: One High School Student's Experience

A look through the lens of a young Atlanta-area photographer who took part in yesterday's demonstration. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Junker Race in Norway Where All That Counts Is Fun

Money, speed, and prestige are the hallmarks of auto racing. Take all that away, and you get Norwegian bilcross. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Smart Suitcases: Raden A28, Rimowa Limbo Multiwheel Electronic Tag

Increase your total baggage awareness with some technologically enhanced luggage. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook's Cambridge Analytica Scandal Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

Frustration with Mark Zuckerberg's company has dominated the chatter on social media. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Thanks to Translation Tech, Talking to Strangers Will Be Even Easier

Instant translation will help us all enjoy a more intimate experience, no matter where we explore. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Forget Self Driving. The Future is in Self Parking

Companies are already testing systems like collaborative parking, remote-control summoning, and special picker-upper robots. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Guccifer 2.0's Slip-Up Shows That Even Elite Hackers Make Mistakes

No matter how much mystique a hacker persona has, the individual or group behind it inevitably makes operations security errors sometimes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Alternate Reality Game That Takes Freshmen Orientation to a New Level

A massive ARG became an obsession at the University of Chicago. It also taught students how to handle not getting along. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Cambridge Analytica Data Apocalypse Was Predicted in 2007

The scientists warned us about big data and corporate surveillance. They tried to warn *themselves*. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: You Can't Clean Up Space, It's Too Messier

These strange collection of stars aren’t galaxies, but random groups of hundreds of millions of stars. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best Smart Earbuds for Travel: AirPods, Pixel Buds, Erato Verse

Super portability and easy access to AI assistants make these wireless headphones must-haves on your next trip. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'The Sky Is Yours' Combines Dragons and YouTube

Chandler Klang Smith's new novel is full of surreal weirdness. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Reddit Bans, Atlanta Ransomware, and More Security News This Week

Reddit bans, Atlanta ransomware, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

10 Tech and Gaming Deals: Sea of Thieves, Star Wars, Alienware, Netgear

We've scoured the web to find deals on desktops, Xbox, food dehydrators, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Uber's Crash and the Folly of Humans Training Self-Driving Cars

Humans are terrible at paying attention when they're doing all the driving. So why expect anything different when the robot's in charge? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

In Search of God’s Mathematical Perfect Proofs

The mathematicians Günter Ziegler and Martin Aigner have spent the past 20 years collecting some of the most beautiful proofs in mathematics. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

“Eye Tracking Is Coming to Virtual Reality Sooner Than You Think. What Now?”

This week made it clear that the technology is racing into to our consumer immersive-tech devices. But with great power comes great responsibility. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Craigslist Shuts Personal Ads for Fear of New Internet Law

The online classified site, and others, say they fear increased liability for content posted by others under law intended to curb sex trafficking. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Everyone Knows How to Secure Elections. So Do It

With $380 million in the spending bill earmarked for securing digital elections, the time for talk is over. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: More Questions Than Answers in Uber's Fatal Arizona Crash

This week, Alex Davies and Aarian Marshall join us to discuss the latest news in self-driving car safety. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tumblr Names Russian Propaganda Accounts After Long Silence

On Friday, after months of silence, Tumblr named 84 accounts it says were devoted to spreading propaganda and disinformation on the platform. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

DOJ Indicts 9 Iranians For Brazen Cyberattacks Against 144 US Universities

A new indictment asserts a long string of attacks against hundreds of universities and private companies, in which Iran pilfered more than $3 billion worth of intellectual property. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best Travel Gear: Mophie, Amazon Kindle, Allbirds, Lululemon, Hex

Fit everything for your trip into a bag that slides under the seat in front of you. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Ryan Coogler Effect: What the Success of 'Black Panther' Means for Black Directors

Ryan Coogler’s massive Marvel movie has the potential to kick down doors for scores of other directors, with Ava DuVernay helping to lead that charge. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Everything You Need to Know About Facebook and Cambridge Analytica

All of WIRED's coverage on the scandal plaguing the social media giant. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Much Energy Can You Store in a Rubber Band?

On a scale from "light thwack" to "geez, watch it with that thing!" Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Uber’s Fatal Crash, a Model 3 Review, and More Car News

Plus, Elon Musk gets a nice Tesla compensation package, and everything else you missed this week. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Optoma UHD60 Review: A 4K Projector for Less Than $2,000

Optoma's projector is not perfect, but the picture is great and the price is nice. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How a Boise, Idaho Company Thrives in the Global Chip Business

Micron Technology is the only remaining US maker of DRAM, the short-term memory chips found in computers and smartphones. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Montecito Is Everything Bad About Climate Change in a Single California Town

In four months, the southern California town has seen mudslides, the largest wildfire in state history, and now flash floods. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Uber's Fatal Crash and the Ethics of Testing Self-Driving Cars

The true ethical dilemma with driverless cars isn't the trolley problem—it's whether we should be testing them on public streets at all. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best Alternative For Every Facebook Feature

If you're ready to quit Facebook, here's how to replace everything you might miss. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 'Pacific Rim: Uprising' Cast Answers Kaiju Trivia

They know a fair bit about monsters. They also know if their movie passes the Bechdel Test or has a post-credits scene. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Key Takeaways From Mark Zuckerberg’s Facebook Media Blitz

Mark Zuckerberg made the rounds Wednesday, apologizing for Facebook's failure to protect your data. Here are the highlights. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Uber Crash Proves Cities Are Asleep at the Wheel

WIRED columnist Susan Crawford on the lessons from Uber’s self-driving tragedy—and why cities can’t just blindly welcome autonomous vehicles to the streets. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Instagram Announces You'll Soon See "Newer" Posts In Your Feed

What users really want is a chronological feed, but today's announcement is at least an acknowledgement that not everything about the algorithmic timeline is working. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How YouTube Uses Mechanical Turk Tasks to Help Train Its AI

A Mechanical Turk task shared with WIRED provides a glimpse into how algorithms are trained to spot and sort content on the video platform. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Will Cutting Calories Make You Live Longer?

The biggest-ever human study of calorie restriction tries to answer that question. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best Travel Apps: Signal, Sitata, Haven, SaferVPN, Mobile Passport, FoneTrac

Floods. Thieves. Hackers. Tackle any situation abroad with these mobile assistants. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Ad Blocker: What the World Would Look Like Without Advertising

Jorge Pérez Higuera imagines how the world might look if you could block ads IRL. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Loupedeck Review: This Keyboard Designed for Editing Photos Is All Thumbs

This hardware interface for Adobe Lightroom should be a photographer's dream, but it's a nightmare. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

*RuPaul's Drag Race*: How Drag Fueled Pop Culture's Slang Engine of the Moment

From face-beating to "yas, queen"-ing, drag slang has crossed all the way over—but is its past getting lost? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The "Yelp Effect" of Patient Surveys Is Making Us Sick

WIRED Columnist Maryn McKenna on how online patient surveys are driving doctors to overprescribe antibiotics and driving up the number of drug-resistant infections. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

As Pedestrian Deaths Spike, Scientists Scramble for Answers

Researchers do have a culprit in mind—that thing in your hand. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

See the Bike Cyclist Lael Wilcox Uses to Ride 20,000 Miles a Year

Lael Wilcox pedals a distance nearly equal to a trip around the globe every 12 months. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Robot Microscopes Demystify Plankton, the Sea's Most Vital Residents

Researchers are developing clever robots that use AI to examine and classify plankton, the pivotal organisms at the base of our oceanic food chain. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Where Could Bitcoin Succeed as a Currency? In a Failed State

Faced with runaway inflation and a weak national currency, Venezuelans are turning to cryptocurrencies to store savings and conduct some transactions. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tesla Model 3 Review: The Best Electric Car You Can't Buy

Elon Musk's car for the masses lives up to the hype. Now he just has to build the thing. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Shatter, Batter, Wax: How Cannabis Extracts Come to Be

It's sticky, it's icky, it's cannabis-derived oleoresin! Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How a Controversial New Sex-Trafficking Law Will Change the Web

A bill that would amend a bedrock internet law in the name of curbing online sex trafficking is headed to President Trump after Senate approval Wednesday. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

MIT Unleashes a Hypnotic Robot Fish to Help Save the Oceans

Researchers detail the evolution of the world’s strangest fish, and describe how it could be a potentially powerful tool for scientists to study ocean life. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook Privacy Settings: A Complete Guide to Making Your Account More Secure

Despite the repeated privacy lapses, Facebook offers a fairly robust set of tools to control who knows what about you. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Turing Prize Winners Paved the Way to Smartphone Chips

Stanford's John Hennessy, now chair of Google parent Alphabet, and Berkeley's David Patterson developed the Reduced Instruction Set Computer in the 1980s. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Leica CL: Snap Candids in Style With This Discreet New Camera

While potential photographic subjects would shy away from a DSLR-wielding tourist, barely a soul would notice a box as compact as Leica’s CL. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Turing Prize Winners Paved the Way to Smartphone Chips

Stanford's John Hennessy, now chair of Google parent Alphabet, and Berkeley's David Patterson developed the Reduced Instruction Set Computer in the 1980s. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Turing Prize Winners Paved the Way to Smartphone Chips

Stanford's John Hennessy, now chair of Google parent Alphabet, and Berkeley's David Patterson developed the Reduced Instruction Set Computer in the 1980s. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Turing Prize Winners Paved the Way to Smartphone Chips

Stanford's John Hennessy, now chair of Google parent Alphabet, and Berkeley's David Patterson developed the Reduced Instruction Set Computer in the 1980s. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google's Cloud Security Command Center Should Help Stop Data Leaks

Human error leads to countless leaky databases. But Google has some new protections in place to help cloud customers better help themselves. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

It's Time for Facebook and Google to Ban Ads from Dark Money Groups

Opinion: Facebook and Google should stop accepting political advertising from groups whose funders and true agenda are unclear. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sennheiser HD 4.4 BT Review: Bargain Bass

Sennheiser’s wireless HD 4.4 BT headphones sound a lot better than they look, with a price that’s hard to beat. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Canyon Urban 8.0 Review: A Smooth-Riding Commuter Bike

Canyon started selling racing bikes in the US last year. Now, the German company brings over its smooth-riding commuter. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cambridge Analytica CEO Alexander Nix Suspended Amid Scandals

Alexander Nix has been suspended until further notice and replaced by Cambridge's head of data, Alexander Tayler. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best Xbox One Bundle Deals (2018)

Microsoft's two gaming systems are now available with perks and extras! Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook Struggles to Respond to the Cambridge Analytica Scandal

As the Cambridge Analytica story broke over the weekend, Facebook has struggled to formulate a response. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Aerial Views of Mexico's Dystopian Housing Developments

The Mexican government spent billions trying to provide affordable housing to its citizens. This is the result. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Outline' VPN Offers Open-Source, Easy Set-Up Privacy For the Masses

Alphabet tech incubator Jigsaw wants to make it easy to run your own, more private virtual private network. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

DowDuPont Signs a Deal to Surveil Farms With Satellites

Photos from a network of 200 satellites will go into agricultural analytics tools, which could give farmers new insight. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why You Should Be Wary of Financial Robo-Advisors

WIRED Columnist Felix Salmon on how companies like Wealthfront are drifting away from low-fee passive investing—and why customers should be skeptical. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The FCC Should Use Blockchain to Manage Wireless Spectrum

Opinion: The FCC's Jessica Rosenworcel argues that using blockchain technology to distribute wireless spectrum would be efficient and economical. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How the Jaegers in *Pacific Rim Uprising* Violate Physics

Sometimes real science isn't nearly as exciting as pretend science. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

SideChef Recipe App Review: Too Many Unfortunate Surprises

The app lists more than 5,000 recipes, but too many of them contain unfortunate surprises. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'#WarGames' Is a Unique, Interactive Revival of the '80s Movie

The "interactive television" experience harkens back to a weird, stitched-together, decades-old videogame genre. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

LG Hom-Bot Turbo+ Review: Beautiful Mediocrity

This expensive robot vacuum will annoy you and spy on your babysitter. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Medicare Now Covers Genetic Cancer Testing

Precision medicine has finally broken into the mainstream. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sociologists Examine Hackathons, and See Exploitation

A study finds that hackathon sponsors take advantage of free labor to create "fictional expectations of innovation that benefits all." Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cambridge Analytica Execs Caught Discussing Extortion and Fake News

In undercover videos filmed by Britain’s Channel 4 news, Cambridge Analytica executives appear to offer up various unsavory tactics to influence campaigns. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

HTC Vive Gets $100 Price Cut, Vive Pro Launches For $799

The HTC Vive VR system is finally getting affordable as the new Vive Pro goes up for preorder. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

To Stay Healthy On Your Next Flight, Avoid Aisles and Stay Put

Just grab a window seat and don't move. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Dell XPS 13 (2018) Review: Great Update, With a Few Quirks

The portable PC now runs the latest silicon, but some design decisions—like a super clacky keyboard—don’t compute. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Call Centers Tap Voice-Analysis Software to Monitor Moods

The software can detect tone and emotion in both customers and agents, then offer motivational suggestions. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Watch a Robot 'Hen' Adopt a Flock of Chicks

The PoulBot is teaching researchers about flocking behavior and about the cues animals need to fall in love with their robot overlords. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Europe's New Privacy Law Will Change the Web, and More

The EU's General Data Protection Regulation takes effect May 25, requiring that people know, understand, and consent to the data collected about them. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trump's Call to Start a Space Force Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

Last week, President Trump advocated for a military corps "like the Army and the Navy, but for space." Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Regram Photos on Instagram

Instagram doesn't make it easy, but that doesn't mean you can't do it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Brainless Embryos Suggest Bioelectricity Guides Growth

Researchers are building a case that long before the nervous system works, the brain sends crucial bioelectric signals to guide the growth of embryonic tissues. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Meltdown, Spectre, and the Costs of Unchecked Innovation

Spectre fixes forced browsers to break the compatibility covenant of the web. Other unchecked technologies could cause even deeper damage. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trump Campaign Data Consultants Cambridge Analytica Took 50 Million Facebook Users' Data

New reports indicate that Cambridge Analytica, the data team affiliated with Trump's 2016 presidential campaign, harvested data from 50 million Facebook users—and Facebook failed to stop them. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Deals: The Best Price on LG's OLED HDTV and Other Great Tech Deals

Help us help you get a brand new television this weekend by perusing our picks from our friends at TechBargains. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Security News This Week: A Smartphone Botnet Army Keeps Growing Stronger

A major botnet, an Equifax indictment, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Universe Is Basically a Hippie's Pipe Dream

In 'Ambiguity Machines and Other Stories,' writer Vandana Singh crafts tales as strange as the universe itself. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Meet Steve, a New Kind of Aurora Borealis

Short for Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement, Steve was first spotted by a citizen scientist, and he sure is pretty. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tecnica Forge GTX Review: A Form-Fitting Custom Hiking Boot

Tecnica’s fully-customizable hiking boots may not be cheap—but you can't beat the fit. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Youtube, Facebook, and Google Can't Expect Wikipedia to Cure the Internet

YouTube and other tech giants have repeatedly turned to Wikipedia to help solve some of their biggest problems—often without giving back. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Voice Chat App Zello Turned a Blind Eye to Jihadis for Years

Despite warnings and flagged accounts, Zello left accounts with ISIS flag avatars and jihadist descriptions live on its service. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook Lite for Android: A Hands-On Look

Facebook Lite, a trimmer version of the mothership app, rolls out to the US, UK, Canada, and more on Friday. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Aerial Spectacle in the Wright Brothers' Backyard

With fighter jets, bombers, and other aircraft soaring through the skies, the Dayton Air Show draws more than 40,000 people each year. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Jean Grae's New 'Zero' Music Video Is a Trip Through Classic Arcade Games

The rapper's partner Quelle Chris designed and animated the video to look like classic 1990s arcade fighter games. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Musk Talks Tariffs, NYC Battles Traffic, and More Car News of the Week

Plus: Waymo puts passengers in its truly driverless cars, Lyft makes a move for self-driving dominance, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

My Day With the Zombies Helping Airports Practice for Disaster

To see how airports prep for disaster, I joined the volunteer zombie corps and boarded a plane bound for (faux) doom. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tech Companies Try to Retrain the Workers They're Displacing

Automation will change or eliminate millions of today's jobs. Can training workers for entry-level tech jobs now ease the transition? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

To Understand the Universe, Physicists Are Building Their Own

Silke Weinfurtner isn’t an evil genius hell-bent on creating a new world of her own to rule. She just wants to understand the origins of the one we already have. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best Amazon Echo Speaker (2018)

Amazon has a lot of Alexa-enabled Echo speakers, and these are the ones you should consider. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Giving Billions in Subsidies to Big Telecom Won't Get Us Better Service

WIRED columnist Susan Crawford on the dangers of auctioning off public assets to companies like Verizon and AT&T Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Susan Wojcicki on YouTube's Fight Against Misinformation

In an interview, YouTube's CEO discusses using Wikipedia to combat conspiracy theories, identifying "authoritative" sources and whether its algorithms promote extremes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

New York City Mulls a Congestion Charge to Beat Back Traffic

In a city where some vehicles average 4.7 mph, a congestion charge may be the only way. That is, if it can fix the Uber problem. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

New Sanctions Against Russia Finally Take the Country's Online Chaos Seriously

From election meddling to NotPetya to grid hacking, Russia's digital provocations are no longer being ignored. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gas vs. Electric: How Far Can a Car Go With Different Fuel Sources?

A typical car can travel 30 miles on just one gallon of gasoline. How do electric vehicles stack up? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How 'Atlanta,' the Most Innovative Show on TV, Reinvented Itself Again

In Season 2, the FX show is transforming TV again—by turning the camera on the prejudices and motivations of its audience. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The VR Metaverse of 'Ready Player One' Is Just Beyond Our Grasp

The problem with today’s real-life multiuser VR experiences isn’t metaphorical boundaries—it’s literal ones. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Allbirds Tree Skippers and Tree Runners: Price, Details, Release Date

The footwear maker famous for its wool has developed a new textile from eucalyptus. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Med Students Are Getting Terrible Training in Robotic Surgery

A researcher reckons that at most, one out of five residents at top-tier institutions are succeeding at robotic surgery. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

It's Time for Facebook to Share More Data with Researchers

Opinion: If Mark Zuckerberg wants to make the social network good for people’s well-being, he needs to let academics study its users’ behavior. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Eerie 'Mario' Tribute Is an Ode to Playing Games With Your Brother

'Winter, 2001: Someone tell Luigi I love him' recreates a very particular and sacred rite of passage. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best Robot Vacuums (2018): Pet Hair, Carpets, Hardwood Floors, and More

From budget cleaners to high-end automation, we have the best botvac for you. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Maybe Nobody Wants Your Space Internet

A growing group of companies believes satellites, balloons, and drones can help bring internet access to everyone on Earth. But what if not everybody wants it? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Electrics Are Cleaner Than Gas Cars, And the Gap Is Growing

The latest data from the Union of Concerned Scientists says the American grid's shift toward renewables reinforces the positive impact of electric cars. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Lyft and Magna Partner to Make Self-Driving Cars for Everyone

The ride-hailing company and auto industry supplier are building a self-driving system any automaker can use. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

No, 'Grey’s Anatomy,' Surgeons Can’t Take Selfies in the Operating Room

Someone having a stomach full of worms is totally possible, though. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Theranos and Silicon Valley's 'Fake It Till You Make It' Culture

Elizabeth Holmes, the CEO of the once highly touted blood-testing startup, is accused of an "elaborate years-long fraud." Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Researchers Are Restoring Kinesthesia in Prosthetics Patients

A Cleveland Clinic team has restored prosthetics patients' kinesthetic sense—an awareness of movement and space most people don't even realize they have. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Debate Over Online Porn Laws Started Decades Ago

The online porn laws proposed everywhere from Rhode Island to the UK today echo the same concerns as legislation from the 1990s. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

California Net Neutrality Bill Would Go Beyond Original Protections

Proposal from state senator would ban "zero rating" deals where specific services don't count against data caps. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Pi Day PC Deals: Microsoft, HP, Dell, Lenovo

We don't need to give you 3.14 reasons why these are stellar discounts. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Fundbox Wants to Be PayPal for Small Businesses

Small-business lender Fundbox is introducing a payment service that acts like a credit card. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Yeti Camino Carryall Review: Totes Your Damp, Smelly Stuff

You don’t need this Carryall. But you'll definitely want it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Which Microsoft Surface Should I Buy? (2018)

We round up your options to help you decide which Microsoft PC suits your needs. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google's Quantum Computing Party Is as Fancy as Physics Gets

Physicists aren't known for their fancy shindigs—but quantum computer researchers break the mold. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Do Augmented-Reality Glasses Look So Bad?

It's tough to pack in all the necessary tech and still make something people want to wear. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Blockchain's Brand New World Is Being Built By Refugees

Cryptocurrency enthusiasts are harnessing blockchain's record-keeping potential to create a digital trail for people who've fallen off the grid Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

YouTube Will Link Directly to Wikipedia to Fight Conspiracies

After a series of scandals related to misinformation, YouTube's CEO Susan Wojcicki announced the company would begin directing users to reputable sources like Wikipedia. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Florida Bill Would Make Criminal Justice Data More Transparent Than Ever

A newly passed bill in the Florida Legislature would bring unprecedented levels of transparency to the criminal justice system. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Fear of China Scuttles Broadcom Deal That Didn't Involve China

President Trump invoked national security in blocking Broadcom's proposed takeover of Qualcomm. His real concern may have been Qualcomm's research budget. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Researchers Point to an AMD Backdoor—And Face Their Own Backlash

As an Israeli security firm outlines real flaws in AMD's chips, the security community questions its motivations. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Into the Breach' Makes Defeat Feel Deeply Satisfying

The latest from Subset Games, the company behind spaceflight-desperation simulator 'FTL,' is a game about going back in time to correct your mistakes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Waymo’s Self-Driving Car Service Is Just About Here

The company that started off as Google's self-driving car project is now putting passengers in truly driverless cars in Phoenix—and will soon launch a commercial service. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Controversial Link Between Epic Storms and a Warming Arctic

A controversial theory argues that weirdly enough, it’s a warming arctic that’s causing extreme winter weather in the eastern US. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Side-By-Side Photos of Paris and Its Chinese Knockoff

In “Paris Syndrome,” Francois Prost explores Tianducheng, a Paris-inspired housing development on the outskirts of Hangzhou, China. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

SteelSeries Arctis Pro (GameDAC and Wireless) for PS4, PC Review: Great Sound and Features

Thanks to its included sound-boosting GameDAC accessory, SteelSeries’ Arctis Pro adds extra dimensions to your gaming audio. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

You Can’t See 'Ready Player One' Yet, But With VR You Can Dance in It

TheWaveVR has spent the past year refining its live-performance nightclub mechanics. Now it's got a blockbuster new environment. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

8 Features We Expect in the Best Android Phones of 2018

2018 is looking a wee bit notchy for smartphones. We explore all the Android and hardware trends coming to phones this year. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Please Stop Building Houses Exactly Where Wildfires Start

Every fire scientist knows the place where houses meet the wild is dangerous. But people keep putting more houses there. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Westworld' at SXSW: The Perfect Allegory For Austin in March

An uneasy relationship between residents and visitors who think they have permission to do whatever they like? Sounds familiar. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Weighing Privacy vs. Security for the Internet's Address Book

European Union privacy rules may prompt removal of personal information from Whois lookups. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

These Conservationists Are Desperate to Defrost Snake Sperm

Freezing and defrosting snake sperm could be a key to conserving endangered species—but artificial insemination isn't always easy. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How the Government Can Future-Proof Our Economy

WIRED columnist Jason Pontin on how the government could tackle economic inequality and create jobs in our techno-turvy future. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How To Delete Your Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat

Actually deleting your social media accounts is more complicated than it looks. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

VHacks: Inside the Vatican's First-Ever Hackathon

This is the Holy See of the 21st century. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Maybe Election Poll Predictions Aren't Broken After All

An analysis of polls from 32 countries since 1942 finds that they are no more—or less—accurate at predicting election winners than they used to be. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Physics of the Speeder Chase in *Solo: A Star Wars Story*

How do you pull off a banking turn if there's no road to bank off? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Creative DDOS Attacks Still Slip Past Defenses

While some major distributed-denial-of-service attacks have been thwarted this month, the threat remains as critical as ever. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Carbon Taxes Are Coming, and We Have Colleges to Thank

It turns out universities provide a fantastic model for how politicians should start thinking about this on a state or even national level. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Star Wars News: Is 'Solo' in Even More Trouble?

Want to know what's happening with the next *Star Wars* standalone movie—and everything else coming out of Lucasfilm? Click here. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Build a 3-D Printed House in the Developing World

A non-profit has successfully built the US's first 3-D printed home, and now plans to bring it to the world's poorest regions. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Elon Musk's and Donald Trump's China Twitter Tariff Tiff

Real talk: Imposing tariffs and fees on the import and export of cars is unlikely to make things better. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Scrolls, Trolls, and Rickrolls: The Crisis of Online Harassment

WIRED columnist Virginia Heffernan on what the history of online harassment can tell us about today’s contrarian crisis. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Facebook Has Been Less Important to News Publishers

As Facebook’s share of traffic to news sites has been falling sharply since early last year—and will only decline more—Google AMP has been on the rise. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

‘Wolverine: The Long Night’: In Marvel and Stitcher’s New Podcast, Sound Design Has Never Mattered More

Marvel’s first foray into podcasts conveys mystery through meticulously placed voices and sounds. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sam Nunberg's Media Tour Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

The only way you *didn't* see former Trump aide Sam Nunberg last week was if you didn't turn on a TV or look at the internet. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Watch Nature Reclaim These Abandoned Buildings

Jonk’s photographs in *Naturalia: Reclaimed by Nature* were taken in over 30 countries across four continents. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Russia Didn’t Abuse Facebook -- It Simply Used It As Intended

Opinion: When ISIS uses Twitter to recruit or a landlord uses Airbnb to discriminate, that’s not exploiting the platforms' glitches—that’s using their features. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Can Machine Learning Find Meaning in a Mess of Genes?

The computer scientist Barbara Engelhardt develops machine-learning models and methods to scour human genomes for the elusive causes and mechanisms of disease. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

These New Lego Pieces Are Made of Sustainable Plastics

Lego has introduced its first sustainable elements, but has along way to go before the other 98 percent of the line meets that goal. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

7 Future-Revealing Details From the 2018 Geneva Motor Show

Bugatti brings carbon fiber to the Chiron's windshield, Mercedes ups its headlight game, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Key to the Perfect March Madness Bracket: Evolution

To generate entire brackets is to tangle not just with the randomness of the game itself, but with the randomness of your betting pool. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Don't Do Drugs and Watch 'Annihilation'

It might seem like it would be fun to see Alex Garland's trippy film under the influence. It's not. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Juno Captures Jupiter's Wild, Wispy Weather Anomalies

Juno has documented clusters of cyclones, including eight around the north pole. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Social Media Is Reshaping Sex Work—But Also Threatening It

Sex workers are safer and stronger because of social media, but they're locked in frustrating cat-and-mouse games with the platforms they feel they helped create. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Refresh Your Home Wi-Fi With These Tech Deals: Luma, Ecovacs, Samsung, Dell

Spruce up your network with the best deals from every corner of the web. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Wikipedia Chose the Image for the ‘Human’ Entry

There is no ideal *Homo sapiens* specimen. But the internet had to decide on something. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How WhatsApp Could Worsen Brazil’s Yellow Fever Outbreak

As Brazil's health authorities scramble to contain the worst yellow fever outbreak in decades, WhatsApp’s misinformation trade threatens to go from destabilizing to deadly. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Waymo Is Testing Self-Driving Trucks in Georgia

Autonomous big rigs could make trucking safer, and make Google's sister company some money too. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Reddit Still Hosts Links to Russian Propaganda Sites

Reddit has deleted hundreds of Russian troll accounts, but the links they shared remain, forming a digital trail of the Internet Research Agency's actions on the platform. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Dot Power Platform Could Transform Farming Technology

The multitalented Dot Power Platform could raise crop yields 70 percent by 2050. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Router-Hacking "Slingshot" Spy Operation Compromised More Than 100 Targets

A sophisticated hacking campaign used routers as a stepping stone to plant spyware deep in target machines across the Middle East and Africa. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Samsung Powerbot R7065 Review: Eager to Please

Move aside, Roomba, Ecovacs, and Neato—I just fell in love with a new robot vacuum. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Want Animoji, but Not the iPhone X? Try These Apps Instead

OK, so you can't afford the iPhone X or the Galaxy S9. That shouldn't mean you miss out on all the animated emoji fun. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Uber's Robo-Truck, McLaren's Senna Supercar, and More Cars News This Week

Self-driving trucks make news in Arizona and Florida, plus highlights from the supercar-happy Geneva Motor Show. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Quest to Make a Robot Cat Walk With Artificial Neurons

Want to create machines that move more naturally? Maybe start by replicating the spinal cord. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

San Francsico Mayor Wants a Safety Test for Self-Driving Cars

And he won't be the last to try to exert control over this sweeping technological change. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

AI Has a Hallucination Problem That's Proving Tough to Fix

Machine learning systems, like those used in self-driving cars, can be tricked into seeing objects that don't exist. Defenses proposed by Google, Amazon, and others are vulnerable too. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Fast Can Gravitational Wave Detection Get?

With machine learning and other algorithmic approaches, researchers are increasing the speed at which they detect the undulations of spacetime. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

These Women Could Lose Their Right to Work in the US

The Obama administration allowed the spouses of foreign H-1B visa holders to work. The Trump administration wants to reverse that. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Dutch Police Took Over Hansa, a Top Dark Web Market

Dutch police detail for the first time how they secretly hijacked Hansa, Europe's most popular dark web market. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The High Cost of Lab-to-Table Meat

The results—and taste tests—have been promising. Now these ultramodern farmers need their science to scale. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Can Humans Survive on Water Vapor Alone?

Technologies like hydropanels could keep us hydrated in a hotter, drier future. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Ad-Blocker Ghostery Just Went Open Source—And Has a New Business Model

Ghostery, Edward Snowden’s preferred ad-blocker, details how a privacy tool can actually make money without being gross. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Season 2 of 'Jessica Jones' Proves She's Ahead of Her Time

The world—and Netflix viewers—just needed to catch up. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Dying for Uber and Lyft's Secrets, Cities Get Creative

Researchers want to know how ride-hailing companies are affecting their streets, but don't have much information to help them. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Samsung Galaxy S9 Review: A Stunning Camera and a Headphone Jack, Too

Get iPhone X looks for an iPhone 8 price, plus a mind-blowing camera and gorgeous display. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook Didn't Kill Online Sketch Comedy—The Entire Internet Did

While some writers blame Facebook's ever-shifting algorithm, sketch comedy has evolved in the social-media age to favor the person, not the premise. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How the Stock Market Could Help Fight Climate Change

A new working paper considers whether environmental factors can actually increase returns on investment. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Starsky Robotics' Truck Takes Its First Human-Free Trip

The robo-trucking startup moves closer to starting commercial deliveries, no humans needed. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How ISIS and Russia Manufactured Crowds on Social Media

WIRED’s newest columnist Renee DiResta on the similarities between ISIS and Russia’s social media strategies—and what needs to be done to stop them. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Vatican Hosts a Hackathon

Leaders at the Catholic Church organized VHacks to use technology to solve issues of social inclusion, interfaith dialogue, and resources for refugees. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

MoviePass Customer Service Complaints Grow Along With Its Subscriber Base

As MoviePass shoots from 20,000 subscribers to two million, lapses in customer service have begun to take a toll. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sea Level Rise in the SF Bay Area Just Got a Lot More Dire

Sea levels are rising. But the San Francisco Bay Area has another problem: It's sinking. By 2100, it could lose 165 square miles to the sea. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

New Food Preservation Technology Means No Need to Refrigerate

Scientists are experimenting with everything from microwave sterilization to blasts of plasma to ensure food stays appetizing longer. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

ThermoWorks Smoke and Smoke Gateway Review: Essentials for Your Smart Kitchen

The Thermoworks Smoke ($99) and Smoke Gateway ($89) add app-accessible data to whatever type of cooking you do Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best Price for DJI Mavic Pro and Other Great Tech Deals

From drones to duffel bags, we got your back. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Blue Sadie Headphones with Built-In Amp Review: Supreme Sound and Fit

Blue's Sadie headphones have a built-in amp, and they sound outstanding. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Leaked NSA Spy Tool 'EternalBlue' Became a Hacker Favorite

EternalBlue leaked to the public nearly a year ago. It's wreaked havoc ever since. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Bill Would Let Publishers Gang Up Versus Facebook and Google

Proposal would grant publishers an antitrust exemption to seek concessions from tech giants, who dominate online advertising. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The CDC Can't Fund Gun Research. What if that Changed?

Scientists want to know more about risk factors, gun epidemiology, and whether laws work. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Leaked NSA Tool 'Territorial Dispute' Reveals the Agency's List of Enemy Hackers

A leaked NSA tool offers a glimpse into what the NSA knows about the hacking operations of adversaries—some of which may still be secretly ongoing. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

What Sea Slugs Can Teach Us About Saving the Environment

It turns out that kleptopredation is an environmentally friendly strategy. Perhaps there really is honor among thieves. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Volvo's Polestar, VW Unveil New Electric Rivals for Tesla

At the ultra-flashy Geneva Motor Show, the revived Polestar, VW, and other automakers showed off cars they hope will let them dominate the growing electric car market. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute Vacuum Review: Crazy Suction, Amazing Battery

A powerful and versatile (but expensive) cordless vacuum. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Uber's Self-Driving Truck Scheme Hinges on Logistics, Not Tech

And the ride-hailing giant is hard to beat when it comes to piling up data about where and when things go. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Demonstrations of Bernoulli's Principle You Can Try At Home

To understand Bernoulli's principle, it helps to think of air as a bunch of tiny balls. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Obsessive Hunters Chasing Weather Balloons All Over Europe

Radiosonde enthusiasts use a software and huge antennae to track balloons that have parachuted back to earth. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Future of 'Fab Lab' Fabrication

First Moore, now Lass: As machinery gets cheaper and more digitized, could the number of fab labs, or such tools, really double every year and a half? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Shark Ion Connected 750 Review: Doesn't Make the Grade

The first robot vacuum from SharkNinja falls short of expectations. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Improbable Rise of the Daily News Podcast

WIRED columnist Felix Salmon on how Serial paved the way for a new generation of daily news podcasts. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

*The Flavor Matrix* Helps Home Cooks Pair Foods According to their Flavor Molecules

It teaches readers about the volatile compounds in food, and how to combine them in their cooking. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Is Supersonic Passenger Flight Set For a Comeback?

The return of faster-than-sound flight could soon be a reality. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Pennsylvania Sues Uber Over Data Breach Disclosure

Pennsylvania’s attorney general filed a lawsuit against the ride-hailing giant Monday for failing to disclose a massive hack for over a year—and may not be the last Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Martian Moons and Jovian Jaunts

A close-up look at the universe’s many wonders, from nearby planets to faraway galaxies. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Oscars 2018: Movies Always Reflect the World. So Did This Year's Awards

Frances McDormand's acceptance speech was just one of the moments that made last night's Oscars feel like real change was happening. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Wanna See Around Corners? Better Get Yourself a Laser

A clever system uses lasers and algorithms to map out-of-sight objects in 3-D. That could be great news for self-driving cars. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

PlayStation 4 Pro Review: Comparing PS4 vs. PS4 Pro

How does the PS4 Pro stack up more than a year after its release? Is it time to go Pro? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Medicine's Long, Thin Supply Chain Threatens Americans

WIRED columnist Maryn McKenna on how offshoring drug and medical supply manufacturing puts patients and hospitals at risk. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Decentralized Internet Is Here, With Some Glitches

Privacy advocates and venture capitalists want to circumvent the tech giants with apps using encrypted data stored on networks of computers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside Cryoport, the Company Delivering Next-Gen Cancer Immunotherapies

When you're sending a $500,000 vial of genetically engineered, cancer-fighting cells, a safe delivery can mean the difference between life and death. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Oscars' Biggest Win? Acknowledging the Power of Genre Movies

Huge wins for 'Get Out' and 'The Shape of Water' prove genre fare can grapple with Big Ideas, and still connect with moviegoers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Keep It Together: Our Favorite Personal Hygiene Products

From electric toothbrushes to hair dryers, WIRED has the best squeaky-clean picks. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week's Internet News: Social Media Can't Keep Up With the White House

From the president to Jared Kushner to Hope Hicks, the Trump administration kept the internet on its toes last week. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Social Inequality Will Not Be Solved By an App

We need more intense attention on how artificial intelligence forestalls the ability to see what kinds of choices we are making. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside the Million-Dollar McLaren Senna Supercar

The British automaker's latest supercar is all about function—and fun—over form. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Mind Games: The Tortured Lives of ‘Targeted Individuals’

Thousands of people think that the government is using implanted chips and electronic beams to control their minds. They are desperate to prove they aren’t delusional. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Elusive Higgs-Like State Created in Exotic Materials

Two teams of physicists have figured out how to create a "mini universe," which could help researchers understand the strange behavior of deeply quantum systems. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: 410 Lights Years Away, a Proto-Saturn Comes to Life

After a star forms, a leftover ring of dust and gas eventually forms into planets. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Dr. Strangelove' Is Basically a Documentary

The movie is fiction, but according to Daniel Ellsberg the scenarios involved aren't far from reality. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Newly Found Equifax Victims, Apple Vulnerabilities, and More Security News This Week

A higher Equifax tally, Apple vulnerabilities, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best Free Songwriting Apps for iPhone and Android

Turn yourself into a songwriter with one of these great apps. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Stop Calling Snapchat a Social Network

In a crowded social media landscape, Snapchat needs to reinvent itself as the internet's favorite camera app. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Drones Help Bring Back Electricity in Puerto Rico

As the island struggles to come back online after Hurricane Maria, commercial quadcopters do the job quickly and safely. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Oscar-Ready: 2018 Nominees on Streaming

From record-breaking satires to sci-fi sequels, now’s your chance to catch up. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Check the Resume: Rachel Morrison

The *Black Panther* director of photography is also the first woman to get an Oscar nomination for cinematography. Look back at her other work. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Russian Facebook Accounts Had Millions More Followers Than First Reported, New Research Shows

Columbia researcher Jonathan Albright says Facebook may have drastically underreported the number of people who followed Russian troll accounts to Congress. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Planes Land in Crazy Crosswinds

Bomb cyclone? Nor'easter? No problem! What looks terrifying from the cabin is more like a bit of fun for pilots who know how to crab and slip. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Winter Storm Riley Brings Massive Flooding to New England—Again

Add three to five feet of storm surge on top of a very high tide, and you've got a recipe for flooding. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Facebook Could Play By Advertising's 'Equal Time' Rule

WIRED columnist Antonio García Martínez on how the social media giant could even the playing field for political ads. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

YouTube's Content Moderation Has Become an Inconsistent Mess

YouTube as struggled on multiple fronts with efforts to effectively moderate its platform. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Want to Take Stunning Photos? Turn Your Camera Upside Down

At least, it works for Arnau Rovira Vidal. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

GMC's Carbon Fiber Sierra, Tesla Rivals, and More Car News

Plus: Porsche's supercharging network, Ford's self-driving tests in Miami, and more news from an auto industry trying to rebuild. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: Google’s AI-Powered Camera Exposes Photography’s Future

This week on the Gadget Lab podcast, the innovative Google Clips camera, which uses AI to take fun, short videos of your family. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

iRobot Roomba 690 Review: Impressively Clean for Under $500

This bot features iRobot's best vacuuming tech, but at less than half the price. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

If You Want a Robot to Stop Screwing Up, Hold Its Hand

We can't trust robots to learn everything on their own. For one startup, the solution is a very human touch. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Florence' Is a Mobile Game That Captures the Power of Touch

A story of a woman's first love, *Florence* gains immense power from remembering how meaningful tactility can be. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

GPS Isn't Very Secure. Here's Why We Need A Backup

The 24 satellites that keep GPS running in the US aren't especially secure. So private and federal groups are working on alternatives. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

iRobot Roomba 690 Review: Impressively Clean for Under $500

This bot features iRobot's best vacuuming tech, but at less than half the price. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Subtle Nudges That Could Unhook Us From Our Phones

People need help deciding where to place their attention. Tech companies could help ease our time-inconsistency. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Secret to a High Tech Concierge Medical Office? Data

Managing electronic medical records is still a pain, but if a start-up can figure it out, better records could lead to new cures Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Can These Small Satellites Solve the Riddle of Internet From Space?

Startup Astranis hopes to blanket the Earth with dozens of satellites the size of a mini-fridge. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

In the US v. Microsoft Supreme Court Case, an Old Law Leaves Few Good Options

If oral argument in *US v. Microsoft* proved anything, it's that no one involved wants the courts to decide—including the justices. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Jaguar's New Electric SUV Aims to End Tesla's Luxury EV Monopoly

The I-Pace, set to enter production later this year, brings fresh design to a segment long dominated by Elon Musk. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Watch NOAA's New GOES-S Weather Satellite Launch Live

Assuming the 11,500-pound spacecraft makes it into geostationary orbit safely, it'll go by GOES-17. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Carbon Fiber-Loaded GMC Sierra Denali One-Ups Ford's F-150

The latest version of the high-end pickup comes with a host of fancy features, including a bed made of carbon fiber. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Researchers Used This Genealogy Site to Build a 13 Million-Person Family Tree

One of the members is Kevin Bacon. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Chrome's WebUSB Feature Leaves Some Yubikeys Vulnerable to Attack

While still the best protection against phishing attacks, some Yubikey models are vulnerable after a recent update to Google Chrome. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Behind the Scenes of Hollywood's Real and Imagined Worlds

Just in time for the Oscars, a new book explores the line between reality and fantasy in Hollywood. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A 1.3Tbs DDoS Hit Github, the Largest Yet Recorded

On Wednesday, a 1.3Tbps DDoS attack pummeled Github for 15-20 minutes. Here's how it stayed online. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Techies Pitch Obama on Building Startups Outside the Valley

President Obama spent his time in office spreading the gospel of tech around Washington. Now, he's meeting with Rise of the Rest to take tech's mission further. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Flight Simulation Tech Can Help Turn Robots Into Surgeons

A heaving robotic platform adapted from the tech that powers flight simulators could help train other robots to do surgery. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best Smart Speakers: Alexa, Google Assistant, Cortana, Siri

Smart speakers with Google Assistant, Alexa, and Siri are popular, but which one is right for you? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

LINK AKC Smart Dog Collar Review: Find Your Lost Pooch

A handsome smart dog collar for indulgent dog owners. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Living in 'Demon's Souls' as the Servers Shut Down

A dispatch from the final hours that the game's online features were available. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Embattled Tech Companies Charge Deeper Into Health Care

Google sibling Verily wants to help insurers; Apple's collecting health data through its apps; and Amazon has joined with other big employers to address health care costs. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Considering the Obamas’ Evolution in the Cultural Imagination

It's been a little over a year since they left the White House and nostalgia for Barack and Michelle Obama is spilling over into fervor. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Smart Mouthguard Can Monitor Concussions

Prevent Biometrics thinks its smart mouthguard can make contact sports safer for athletes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Are There Few Women in Tech? Watch a Recruiting Session

New Stanford research shows how companies alienate women before they start working. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Net Neutrality: The Complete WIRED Guide

Everything you need to know about the struggle to treat information on the internet the same—ISPs shouldn't be able to block some sorts of data and prioritize others. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Artificial Intelligence Needs To Learn How To Follow Its Gut

WIRED contributor Joi Ito on the importance of developing intuition and common sense in artificial intelligence machines. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co