Electronics

Making virtual water flow like real: How new leap is revolutionizing virtual reality

Have you ever tried to imagine what it would be like to actually feel the splash of water while playing a video game or...

Scientists create self-healing material for flexible electronics

Ever wished your phone screen could heal itself after a crack, just like a wound? Scientists in China are working on something that might make...

The USB-C charging port on the new iPhone 15 is a major win for...

First it was the MacBook in 2015. Then it was the iPad in 2018. Now, in 2023, the iPhone has finally caught up and...

How magnetic fields can prevent overheating in high-power electronic devices

Do you know how your phone or computer sometimes gets hot when you use it a lot? Imagine if it got so hot that...

What is USB-C? A computer engineer explains the one device connector to rule them...

USB-C is a small, versatile connector for mobile and portable devices like laptops, tablets and smartphones.

Your iPhone will soon be able to track your mental health with iOS 17,...

When Apple’s latest software updates drop this month, users will have access to mental health and wellness features unlike anything currently available in a...

New smart clothes could ‘tap’ you to show where to go

Do your gadgets only talk and show things but never touch? Well, engineers at Rice University are changing that. They’ve made special clothes that can...

These people feel more ‘present’ in virtual reality, shows study

Virtual Reality (VR) has long been thought of as a technology that relies heavily on the hardware you use. Whether it's the headset, the screen,...

Social media does not cause depression and anxiety in kids, study finds

The Big Question: Does Social Media Affect Teen Mental Health? Parents often worry that spending too much time on social media platforms like Instagram, Snapchat,...

Fitbits get it right on activity, but not so much on sleep, study finds

You’ve probably seen people wearing Fitbits to track their steps, sleep, and more. These gadgets have become really popular, but how accurate are they? A new...