Microsoft's Android launcher can run apps from your Windows Timeline

Windows 10’s Timeline feature is now decidedly more useful away from your PC, provided you use the right software. To start, Microsoft Launcher on Android now supports Timeline — you can pick up where you left off with cross-platform titles. iPhone…

Microsoft's AI future is rooted in its gaming past

The Kinect will never die.

Microsoft debuted its motion-sensing camera on June 1st, 2009, showing off a handful of gimmicky applications for the Xbox 360; it promised easy, controller-free gaming for the whole family. Back then, Kinect was called Pr…

Microsoft Build 2018 by the numbers

During a marathon presentation at the annual Build developers conference, Microsoft executives laid out their vision of a smarter, more responsive IoT-driven future. The company is leveraging AI to better serve those with physical disabilities, repur…

Pokemon GO Fest 2018 and a new Ditto tip

This morning we’ve come into possession of a new bit of knowledge on the current state of Pokemon GO. Apparently people are looking for Ditto – or are STILL looking for Ditto since the first appearance of this blob-like Pokemon. Not only do we know the current most likely Pokemon in which Ditto might appear, we’ve got word of a … Continue reading

Long-term moon dust exposure may have severe impact on human health

Researchers with Stony Brook University have published a study with concerning implications for future manned lunar missions. Using simulated lunar soil, the team found that moon dust may be toxic to humans, particularly to lungs. As well, the research shows a toxic effect on mouse neurons, indicating other possible health ramifications that await humans traveling to the lunar surface. According … Continue reading

Melania Trump BE BEST initiative releases anti-cyberbullying guide

Melania Trump has launched an awareness campaign called ‘BE BEST’ that aims to promote healthy development in children. The White House explained in its announcement today that BE BEST wants to help teach kids “about the importance of social, emotional, and physical health.” First on the agenda? A new information guide designed for parents to help their children deal with … Continue reading

'Fortnite' is bringing Thanos to its cartoony battle royale

If you thought Avengers: Infinity War was the ultimate pop-culture mashup, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has another cameo up its sleeve. Franchise villain Thanos will make a limited appearance in Fortnite: Battle Royale starting May 8th, accor…

Self-learning robots may soon inspect nuclear sites

Some jobs are simply too dangerous for humans. Near the top of that list is nuclear cleanup — so to keep us mere homo sapiens safe, we’re sending in robots. To help improve the bots’ decision making skills, scientists at the University of Lincoln ha…

Volvo cars and trucks can now share traffic alerts with each other

Volvo Cars announced today that some of its models will begin sharing real-time data with certain Volvo trucks. When drivers of Volvo cars with the Hazard Light Alert system switch on their hazard lights, an alert is sent to all other nearby cars wit…

Amazon's 'Transparent' will return for fifth and final season

The future of Amazon hit Transparent seemed murky after lead actor Jeffrey Tambor left the show amid sexual harassment and assault accusations laid against him. But fans of the show may be glad to hear there is a fifth (and final) season on the way,…