Saturday, September 6, 2025

Tech

The article showcases a range of Apple iPhone 17 accessories from various brands, including cases, skins, and screen protectors. Features include images, descriptions, search functionality, and product information for four available models: Pro Max, Pro, Air, and standard. Products are highlighted with claims about their quality and features, such as military-grade protection and zero-yellowing guarantees.

Dutch scientists have developed the GyroPack, a backpack utilizing two spinning-flywheel gyroscopes to aid individuals with balance disorders like ataxia. The device slows unintentional rotational movements, enabling wearers to regain balance before falling over. Tests showed significant improvement in balance, even with the placebo version, holding promise for those seeking independence.

Effective animations can greatly enhance user interfaces, but overusing or poorly designed ones can be detrimental. To strike a balance, consider purpose, frequency of use, and perception of speed when animating, keeping animations fast and within 300ms to maintain perceived performance. The goal is to create engaging interfaces that users will happily use.

The Lava RGB 2.0 modded NES console offers improved video quality and new features over the original NES. The mod uses a new power module to reduce interference and improve audio quality. It also features a palette system that cycles through different color palettes, resulting in vibrant and clear video output with clean sound.

Goldman Sachs warns that a slowdown in AI investment by big tech companies could significantly impact the S&P 500's valuation multiple, potentially cutting it by up to 20%. This downturn is attributed to an "inevitable slowdown" in capital expenditures and revenue growth for AI-related stocks, according to analysts Ryan Hammond.

Derek Thompson argues that AI is already impacting entry-level jobs across multiple sectors, particularly those focused on skills easily replicable by machines. Young workers who learned through online platforms and social media may be more susceptible to being replaced by AI. Companies must reconfigure entry-level jobs to incorporate AI, adjusting hiring strategies accordingly.

US Senator Elizabeth Warren has published a report revealing that the Trump Administration's Social Security Administration (SSA) removed over 45 critical metrics from its website without notice. The investigation found this removal limits access to information about disability benefits, retirement and Medicare claims, and staff reductions, damaging program integrity.

NASA's two orbiting carbon observatory satellites, OCO-2 and OCO-3, face possible shutdown due to the Trump administration's budget request. Launched in 2014 and 2019, they provide critical data on greenhouse gas emissions since launch. A potential shutdown would save $16 million annually but come at a significant cost of lost climate change data and research.

A University of Oregon student, Owen Mitchem, uncovered a significant security flaw that allowed him to access confidential information, including Social Security numbers of over 3,500 employees. Despite reporting the breach twice, he was investigated and faces disciplinary action, highlighting lax online security measures and prompting calls for greater protection of sensitive data.

Rising US energy costs are largely attributed to Trump-era policies reducing clean energy incentives and Big Tech's AI expansion, disproportionately affecting low-income households, renters, rural communities, and communities of color. Utility companies pass on costs to consumers, while AI giant profits soar amidst environmental degradation and grid strain, sparking calls for a national strategy.

The US is experiencing a sharp divide over vaccine policies, with West Coast states forming a compact to uphold scientific integrity amid CDC changes. Meanwhile, Florida has announced dropping school vaccine requirements, citing concerns about changing recommendations ahead of flu season, prompting opposition from medical organizations and potential health risks for children.

Baxdrostat, developed by researchers at University College London, has shown promise in treating hard-to-control high blood pressure through a phase III clinical trial. The treatment targets aldosterone, a hormone linked to difficult-to-control blood pressure, and could help up to half a billion people globally, particularly those with uncontrolled hypertension.

The Minimal phone's design, size, and performance make it a solid choice for reading, browsing, and social media. However, issues with the camera, fingerprint recognition, and screen refresh rate are frustrating. The reviewer plans to continue using it despite imperfections, finding creative workarounds for bugs and quirks that have become part of its charm.