Technology
SPACE AND ASTRONOMY
Perseid Meteor Shower to Light Up UK Skies Tomorrow
The Perseid meteor shower, appearing to come from a single point in the sky, will display bright fireballs created by debris from Comet Swift-Tuttle.
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Meteor Explodes Over Australia Creating Fireball and Sonic Boom
A significant meteor explosion over Australia produced a sonic boom that was heard loudly from the ground, suggesting a large chunk of the meteor came close to the Earth's surface.
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Lawrence Livermore Lab Developing Space Telescope for Moon Missions
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory has been given 13 months to develop a low-orbit telescope that will help select future moon landing sites as part of a space mission launching in 2027.
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TECHNOLOGY AND GADGETS
Typing Indicators on Messaging Apps Not Always Accurate
Typing indicators, which began as a design feature in early messaging platforms to simulate in-person conversation, sometimes display inaccurate information about when someone is actually typing.
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Instagram Map Feature Raises Privacy Concerns
Instagram's head Adam Mosseri has addressed safety concerns about the Map feature, emphasizing that it is opt-in and clarifying how it works after user confusion.
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Google Pixel Watch 4 Leaks Reveal New Charging System and Sensors
Recent leaks of the Google Pixel Watch 4 show an unusual side charging system with contacts positioned on the watch casing, along with upgraded sensors.
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Google Pixel 10 May Abandon Physical SIM Cards for eSIM Only
A new leak suggests the upcoming Google Pixel 10 might follow Apple's lead and eliminate physical SIM card slots in favor of eSIM technology, at least in the US market.
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Guide to Choosing the Right Keyboard Switch
Deciding between premium optical switches and basic membrane switches can be challenging, but this guide helps users select the best keyboard switch for their durability and performance needs.
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BUSINESS AND EDUCATION
Stanford University Maintains Legacy Admissions Policy
Stanford University has decided to continue considering legacy status in its admissions process for fall 2026, a choice that could impact access to one of Silicon Valley's most significant institutions.
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Semiconductor CEO Shares Industry Outlook
The CEO of a semiconductor company that isn't dependent on the AI market has provided valuable insights about the future direction of the semiconductor industry.
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AI Boom Transforms San Francisco's Work and Social Landscape
San Francisco, historically known as a "gold rush town," is experiencing a new transformation as artificial intelligence technology spreads throughout the city's professional and social environments.
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