TECHNOLOGY

Sally Died of Dysentery: A History of The Oregon Trail

Classrooms didn't have computer monitors when the game debuted in 1971, so kids had to use more of their imagination when shooting deer or succumbing to typhoid fever.

This $6000 Toilet Warms Your Seat, Plays Music, and Flushes on Command

You’ll never have to touch your toilet again.

App Syncs Your Lights and Computer to Create the Perfect Mood Lighting

Make mini-light shows tailored to your favorite video games, music, and movies.

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Explore Google Street View With a Soundtrack Chosen by AI

It's like traveling without stepping outside.

Explore Google Street View With a Soundtrack Chosen by AI

It's like traveling without stepping outside.

Why Your Radiator is So Loud, According to Science

No, it's not a tiny man with a hammer.

Logging On to Public Wi-Fi Networks Is About to Get More Secure

A new type of Wi-Fi encryption is coming your way in early 2018, and it will make logging onto public Wi-Fi a lot safer.

A Rare Apple Lisa 1 Computer Is Up for Auction on eBay

There are only between 20 and 100 of these early computers left in the world, and you could own a functioning one (for $55,000).

This New Nima Device Can Detect Trace Amounts of Peanuts in Food

The company is doing for peanut allergens what it did for gluten.

These Vending Machines Dispense Short Stories Instead Of Snacks

Snack on that!

Your Roomba Will Soon Be Able to Find Your Home's Wi-Fi Dead Zones

An update to the iRobot app will allow high-end robot vacuums to map Wi-Fi strength across the house.

Excessive Gaming Might Soon Be Recognized as an Official Disorder

The World Health Organization (WHO) is considering adding gaming addiction to its list of mental health conditions for the first time.

Mount Vernon’s New Theater Gives You a Front Row Seat to the Revolution

Mount Vernon's new 4D theater lets guests experience the sights and sounds of the American Revolution in a whole new way.

9 Compelling Facts About Neptune

Neptune is like a celestial paint swatch: a stunning royal blue that demands attention.

The Most Googled Topic In Each State in 2017

From solar eclipses to Unicorn Frappuccinos, these are the headlines, events, and trends that dominated our screens in 2017.

Meet Pooh: The Bionic Cat Making History in Bulgaria

Run over by a car, Pooh can still do cat stuff thanks to his titanium legs.

Apple Apologizes for iPhone Slowdowns, Offers $29 Replacement Batteries to Consumers

If your older iPhone model is experiencing the infamous Apple slowdown issue, you can grab a replacement battery that will fix the problem.

Here’s How You Can Find Out How Much Your Job Should Really Be Paying

Making sure you're fairly compensated doesn't have to be that hard.

See How This Power Plant in Iceland Turns Carbon Emissions Into Stone

The goal is to return CO2 to where it came from—and keep it there.

Apple Confirms That They're Slowing Down Your Old iPhone, and People Aren't Happy

The tech giant swears its only trying to spare your battery life, but some consumers aren’t buying the excuse.

The Top 10 Science Stories of 2017

Science can't stop, won't stop.

Taking Facebook Quizzes Could Put You at Risk for Identity Theft

Birth cities and names of first pets are common security questions—and common quiz queries.

Here Are the Most Commonly Used Passwords of 2017

You can probably guess the first two.

This Augmented-Reality App Makes the Hospital Experience Less Scary for Kids

<em>Alder Play</em> features videos, activities, and virtual rewards designed to shepherd kids through their hospital stay. 

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