Science & Applications Correspondent
Owen Mercer follows the practical uses of machine learning in science and everyday systems. His coverage centers on usefulness: who benefits, what has been demonstrated and what remains a prototype. He writes patient explanations of technically demanding subjects.
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Imagine controlling your entire Mac experience without ever touching your mouse. That's the promise of ExtraBar, a new app aiming to revolutionize how we interact with our macOS menu bar. It turns tha...
Read article →Heads up, note-takers and digital paper enthusiasts! Today is the absolute LAST day to snag a reMarkable E Ink tablet bundle with savings of up to $90. If you've been on the fence about ditching paper...
Read article →As wildfires become increasingly common and devastating, the question isn't just how to fight them, but how to prevent them from spreading in the first place. A recent demonstration highlighted a surp...
Read article →The world of visual AI is about to get a whole lot more interactive. BFL, a company known for pushing boundaries, has just announced FLUX.2 [Klein], a system poised to redefine how we interact with an...
Read article →Apple enthusiasts, your wait for the beefier M5 MacBook Pro models might soon be over. While the standard M5 MacBook Pro hit shelves last October, the M5 Pro and M5 Max variants are still on the horiz...
Read article →Replit, the popular online coding platform, is making waves with its new 'Mobile Apps' feature. The promise? Turn your app ideas into reality, even if you're not a coding whiz. But before you ditch Xc...
Read article →The rumored 'Trump Mobile' phone continues to generate buzz, but recent claims of massive pre-order numbers are raising eyebrows. Reports circulating online suggest the company has secured nearly 600,...
Read article →Apple has officially reopened its Sainte-Catherine store in Montreal, marking a significant upgrade and relocation to a beautifully restored historic building. The move not only provides Apple with a ...
Read article →Google is digging in for a long fight. The tech giant has officially appealed a federal court's ruling that declared it an illegal monopolist in the online search market. This move signals a defiant s...
Read article →The rumor mill is churning, and the latest iPhone 18 Pro leaks are sending ripples through the mobile tech world. Specifically, the rumored redesign of the Dynamic Island and potential upgrades to cam...
Read article →TikTok, the social media giant known for its short-form video dominance, has quietly launched a new app called PineDrama. Imagine TikTok, but instead of dances and memes, every video is a bite-sized e...
Read article →Apple appears to be experimenting with a new App Store design that subtly, yet significantly, changes how ads are displayed in search results. Spotted by some users running iOS 26.3, the update remove...
Read article →The Golden State is making its voice heard in the ongoing debate surrounding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. By attaching specific conditions to the approval of the $10 billion Ver...
Read article →Android users, rejoice! Google seems to be answering our collective prayers with the latest Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2. No more fumbling and guessing to get that widget *just* right; resizing is about to ...
Read article →Jensen Huang, the co-founder and CEO of Nvidia, has been named the recipient of the prestigious 2026 IEEE Medal of Honor. Announced at CES in Las Vegas by IEEE President and CEO Mary Ellen Randall, th...
Read article →Android is about to get a little less open, but Google is offering a way to ease the transition. With upcoming restrictions on sideloading apps, many users are wondering what this means for their devi...
Read article →Anna's Archive, a controversial online library, is facing increased scrutiny after a recent U.S. court order. This development marks a significant escalation in the legal challenges confronting the pl...
Read article →The dream of an Atari-themed hotel gracing the Las Vegas skyline has officially powered down. Six years after Atari Hotels announced ambitious plans for eight locations across the US, including a Sin ...
Read article →Tired of the same old iOS wallpapers? Looking for a way to freshen up your iPhone's look without spending a dime? Radiance, a new indie app, might just be the answer. This week's Indie App Spotlight o...
Read article →Intel is poised to shake up the mobile CPU market with its upcoming Core Ultra 9 series. Leaked benchmarks show the top-end mobile chip not only dominating the laptop space but also challenging many d...
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