Smart textiles may soon be able to control devices or monitor health
Imagine adjusting the temperature of the air conditioning or skipping a song in your car, not by fiddling with a screen or voice command,...
MIT’s software brings everyday objects to life without electronics
Imagine turning a children’s book into a moving cartoon or making a coaster that changes design as you tilt it—without a single battery or...
Fitness games could help slow memory loss in early dementia
Can playing video games that mix movement and memory tasks actually protect the brain from dementia?
According to new research from ETH Zurich and Eastern...
Cracks in flexible electronics run deeper than expected—but engineers may have a fix
From foldable phones and smartwatches to medical sensors and portable solar panels, flexible electronics are becoming part of everyday life.
These devices bend, fold, and...
What the rise and fall of a crypto game reveals about the future of...
At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, a video game called Axie Infinity promised players not just entertainment but also a way to earn...
Next-gen wearables may never need charging—powered by your own heat
Imagine charging your smartwatch or health tracker without ever plugging it in—or even needing a battery.
A team of scientists at UNIST (Ulsan National Institute...
How hidden quantum “curves” could transform future electronics
Imagine if electricity could flow without resistance, or if computers could process data at unimaginable speeds.
Achieving this dream requires new kinds of materials that...
Scientists discover that ice can generate electricity when bent
Ice may seem like one of the most familiar and ordinary substances on Earth, but new research has revealed an astonishing property.
A study published...
Scientists create ergonomic computer mice inspired by hand comfort
For nearly 60 years, the computer mouse has been a constant companion at desks worldwide. Yet despite countless changes in technology, the mouse itself...
Scientists say your Netflix binge could help power the grid
Every time you stream a show, upload a photo, or ask an AI a question, powerful computers inside data centers are working nonstop.
These facilities...