Apr 20
Following a disturbing explosion that swept over NASA’s test facility in Alabama, United Launch Alliance (ULA) doesn’t expect its Vulcan rocket to fly until the summer.
Apr 20
How Evil Dead Rise Keeps the Splattery Spirit of the Cult Horror Franchise Alive
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Evil Dead Rise hits theaters on Friday, bringing with it copious gore and Deadites galore, but no wisecracking Bruce Campbell; the setting also shifts the action from the woods to Los Angeles. Somehow, it still feels very true to the beloved horror series, and io9 got a chance to talk to writer-director Lee Cronin to…
Apr 20
Discarded plastic is everywhere, mucking up natural and developed environments alike. Australian scientists say they’ve discovered two varieties of fungi that will eat away at the problem. In a study published this week, researchers from the University of Sydney report that fungi commonly found in dirt have broken…
Apr 20
Although I tend to roll my eyes at toys that offer enhanced play through an app that adds virtual effects on a mobile device’s screen, I think that Velan Studios has come up with a convincing use case for augmented reality with Hot Wheels: Rift Rally, which makes driving a tame RC toy actually feel like you’re behind…
Apr 20
3D Without glasses: Acer Unveils the New Helios High Performance Gaming Laptop
Posted in: Today's ChiliAcer has announced new updates to its gaming laptop line-up, with advanced designs and support for the latest technology, including the 13th Gen Intel Core processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs. The company has introduced three new models, including the Predator Triton 17 X, Predator Helios Neo 16, and Predator Triton 14. However, the highlight is the Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition which introduces glasses-free stereoscopic 3D to gaming.
The Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition is indeed a fantastic machine for 3D enthusiasts, (and if you are a fan of 3D tech, don’t forget we have a hands-on review of the Acer SpatialLabs 3D Display). It is powered by the 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13900HX Processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTXTM 4080 Laptop GPU. It comes with up to 32 GB of DDR5-5600 MHz memory and supports a discrete GPU only option that gamers can enable through PredatorSense 4.1 to maximize performance. The back vents of the laptop have been streamlined and now feature subtle RGB lighting along the back edge for a soft, ambient glow of lights.
SpatialLabs 3D technology is done in partnership with award-winning Dutch startup Dimenco, as it was announced at CES 2022. Dimenco brings together hardware, software, and technology to provide fast, immersive, and lifelike 3D experiences without the need for wearables, and it has already created a variety of innovative products while also assisting OEMs in transitioning from conventional to extraordinary technology manufacturing.
The combination of SpatialLabs eye-tracking solution, stereoscopic 3D display, and real-time scene rendering technologies enables the Predator Helios 3D 15 to bring to life eye-popping 3D scenes, objects, and characters in its 15.6-inch display. The laptop includes access to the latest version of the TrueGame application that offers different 3D gaming modes with 3D+ and 3D Ultra settings for over 70 titles, with more being added continuously.
Price and Availability
This machine will be available in North America and EMEA in June, with prices starting at USD 3,499 and EUR 3,999, respectively (the exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region).
The new gaming laptop line-up from Acer, with its latest technology and advanced features, is expected to revolutionize the gaming experience for gamers across the world. What do you think about this machine? Drop a comment giving us your opinion!
3D Without glasses: Acer Unveils the New Helios High Performance Gaming Laptop
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Apr 20
Petition To Remove Nick, Vanessa Lachey As ‘Love Is Blind’ Co-Hosts Picks Up Steam
Posted in: Today's ChiliPeople across social media are slamming the dating reality show’s hosts for being “cringey” and pushing childbirth on contestants.
Apr 20
Cyberpunk Taxidermist Mods Hercules Beetle Into A Realistic Mechanical Insect
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Cyberpunk taxidermist and YouTuber Yi Zhizhu decided to mod a deceased Hercules beetle (Dynastes Hercules) into a realistic mechanical model using a bunch of small watch parts and springs and lights, and other pieces. If you scroll down, there’s a video documenting that process, the entirety of which I thought was pretty fascinating to watch. I mean, unless you have an aversion to bugs, then it’s probably a nightmare.
In addition to several lighting effects, the finished model even has wings that flap and a horn that raises and lowers when its power is turned on. I was not expecting that. Of course, I wasn’t expecting anybody to mod a dead beetle into a cyberpunk model either, yet here we are.
I’ve always been fascinated by large beetles and have several life-size models of different rhino beetles on display in my office, although I don’t have any actual dead bugs in my collection. I do have several in the corners of my house, along with a bunch of dust bunnies, though, much to my wife’s dismay.
Apr 20
Next month, your Peloton bike is going to take you to a galaxy far, far away. On May 4, the popular fitness brand will release its first-ever Star Wars ride to members everywhere. Officially called the May the 4th Be With You Ride, it’s 30 minutes of fitness set exclusively to the music of iconic composer John…
Apr 20
Fox News’s $787.5 million settlement agreement with Dominion Voting Systems is a hefty chunk of change. It’s one of the largest defamation payout ever for a defamation suit representing more than half of its total profit from last year, though the right-wing media company will likely sustain the blow. But the payout…
Apr 20
Spider-Man: No Way Home made all of the previous Spider-Man live-action films canon to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and now those movies are finally starting to join the rest of the MCU on Disney+.
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