TECHNOLOGY

Why Charging Your Phone Every Night Hurts Its Battery

If you plan on owning your phone for longer than two years, consider changing this habit.

13 Explosive Facts About Halt and Catch Fire

Steve Wozniak said Lee Pace's character was untrustworthy, just like Steve Jobs.

Plight of Injured Toucan Sparks Global Movement—and New Animal Planet Documentary

'Toucan Nation' follows the story of a wounded toucan named Grecia.

Why You Shouldn't Trust Password Strength Meters

They're not always a good test of password quality.

A New Database Tracks 160 Years of Walrus Hot Spots

Walruses take a break from hunting to chill out on beaches in massive groups, but scientists have a hard time figuring out why they choose the locations they do.

Canadian Woman's iPhone Survives 2500-Foot Fall From Airplane

The phone was discovered intact in the middle of Vancouver’s Stanley Park.

Self-Checkout Kiosks Might Encourage Shoplifting, Report Argues

Retailers might be eager to replace cashiers with robots, but it could come at a price.

Political Facebook Posts Don't Change Minds, Study Says

The overwhelming majority of people across all political parties said they’d never changed their view of an issue based on a Facebook post.

Audi’s New Cars Will Feature a Traffic Light Countdown

Sitting at red lights is about to get a lot less frustrating for some drivers.

A Robot Lawyer Will Give Free Legal Advice to the Homeless

The robot lawyer provides free legal advice for people in the UK facing eviction.

New App Lets You Buy Leftover Restaurant Food at a Discount

It's a win-win situation.

Today’s Electric Cars Are Good Enough for Most Driving Trips, Study Finds

The average driver doesn’t have to worry much about running out of juice while driving an electric vehicle.

Researchers Design a ‘Safer’ Taser That Monitors Heart Rate

This new feature could cut down on Taser-related deaths.

10 Ways to Boost Your Performance During Solo Workouts

Sayonara, SoulCycle! Harness the power of a group exercise class when you're on your own.

On Facebook, Dog People Have More Friends, But Cat People Get Invited to More Parties

Facebook data scientists analyzed what separates dog lovers from cat lovers on social media.

You Can Facebook Message President Obama Now

Say hello, critique his latest speech, and more right from your phone.

An Artificial Pancreas Will Likely Be Available by 2018

"This is, at least at the moment, a bridge to a cure until a biological cure is found.”

Xavier University Is Now Home to America’s First Pizza ATM

Dreams do come true.

Watch More Than 1000 Robots Dance Their Way to a World Record

The tiny machines had to move perfectly in sync for a total of one minute.

The International Olympic Committee Officially Bans GIFs of the Rio Games

Consider yourself warned.

Researchers Hope to Improve Air Travel With New Airplane Simulation Lab

The Cabin Comfort and Environment Research Facility is under construction in Ottawa.

On This Date in 1997, Microsoft Invested in Apple

"We have to let go of the notion that for Apple to win, Microsoft needs to lose." -Steve Jobs, 19 years ago

What Virtual Reality Gaming Looked Like in Nintendo Power in 1995

2016 was a big year for VR gaming, but in 1995 Nintendo tried to revolutionize the industry with the Virtual Boy.

A Temporary Tattoo Could One Day Reveal How Drunk You Are

Engineers have created a skin sensor that can analyze blood alcohol levels from sweat.

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