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8BitDo’s new collection celebrates the NES’s 40th anniversary

8BitDo’s new collection celebrates the NES’s 40th anniversary

8BitDo has announced updates to its products, focusing on design and functionality enhancements. The N40 version of the Ultimate 2 controller now features a black-and-gray color scheme, bright red buttons, and a matching charging dock designed to complement the NES console aesthetic. This controller will include four swappable joystick caps, and its grips will bear

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The lab where GM is cooking up new EV batteries to beat China

The lab where GM is cooking up new EV batteries to beat China

General Motors (GM) is advancing its electric vehicle (EV) technology at its battery labs in suburban Detroit. The facilities are focused on analyzing the durability of lithium-ion cells under various challenging conditions, including extreme temperatures and heavy usage. Researchers utilize advanced tools like electron microscopes and large-scale testing equipment, such as the Megashaker, to simulate

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Take our quiz: How much do you know about antimicrobial resistance?

Take our quiz: How much do you know about antimicrobial resistance?

The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently reported an increasing concern regarding antibiotic effectiveness, highlighting that an array of bacterial infections are becoming resistant to standard treatments. This encompasses common infections that affect critical areas such as the blood, gut, and urinary tract. In some cases, individuals infected with these resistant bacteria may find antibiotics

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This startup thinks slime mold can help us design better cities

This startup thinks slime mold can help us design better cities

Physarum polycephalum, commonly known as slime mold, is a single-celled organism that predates dinosaurs and is classified neither as a plant, animal, nor fungus. When foraging for food, it extends tentacle-like structures in various directions, ultimately reinforcing the most efficient paths to food while discarding less productive ones. This behavior results in optimized networks that

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From slop to Sotheby's? AI art enters a new phase

The Download: The rehabilitation of AI art, and the scary truth about antimicrobial resistance

The use of generative AI tools such as Midjourney and Runway for artistic purposes has gained attention, leading to questions about their legitimacy in the art world. Despite skepticism surrounding AI-generated art, certain individuals are employing these tools intentionally and thoughtfully. These emerging AI artists have started to attract significant online followings, sell their works

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Atari’s resurrecting the Intellivision, one of its biggest competitors in the ‘80s

Atari’s resurrecting the Intellivision, one of its biggest competitors in the ‘80s

Atari, in collaboration with Plaion, has introduced a new retro console titled the Intellivision Sprint, reviving hardware from Mattel’s iconic Intellivision, which originally competed with the Atari 2600 upon its launch in 1979. The new console aims to combine the aesthetics of the 1980s with contemporary gaming features. The Intellivision Sprint retains the vintage look

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SteelSeries wireless gaming earbuds are down to $128 for the first time

SteelSeries wireless gaming earbuds are down to $128 for the first time

When selecting wireless gaming earbuds, the SteelSeries Arctis Buds and Sony InZone Buds present a notable comparison. Both options offer a comfortable fit, active noise cancellation, and good sound quality, with USB-C transmitters compatible with various non-Xbox platforms. Currently, the SteelSeries Arctis Buds in white for PlayStation connectivity are priced at $127.99 on Amazon, reflecting

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