Qualcomm has unveiled two new Snapdragon processors aimed more than just smartphones. These new chips are designed for embedded computing and Internet of Things applications that can be found in a wide range of devices.
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has unveiled his plans to take humans to Mars. Speaking at the 67th annual International Astronautical Congress in Guadalajara, Mexico, the billionaire founder of PayPal elaborated that the plan includes the use of carbon fiber fuel tanks, reusable rockets, and ultra-powered engines. Musk computed the current cost of developing the rocket to Mars at about $10 billion.
Smart is looking to enlarge its product range in 2017 as it plans to give dual-fuel option on all its vehicles. The company recently announced that all its future models would have gas-powered and electric drive option. It also announced that it would launch two new cars named ForTwo Forfour and ForTwo Cabrio in 2017.
A Google autonomous vehicle has been involved in an accident in Mountain View, California. However, the crash was not Google car's fault as the other driver had run a red light and banged into the car. While there were no injuries, the Google car suffered major damages.
SpaceX suffered a major setback earlier this month when its Falcon 9 rocket exploded before its launch. At the time of the explosion, the space vehicle was being fueled for a static fire test. After a thorough investigation, it has been found that the explosion may have occurred due to a breach in its helium system, located inside the booster's second-stage liquid oxygen tank.
Google released an advanced version of its AI algorithm for captioning pictures to developers. The company already employs its stripped-off version for recognizing pictures in Google Photos. The full powered algorithm is said to have 93.9% accuracy in identifying the content of pictures. The new algorithm can also make use of human language to describe the pictures.
A new study has discovered what is in the Tardigrade's genome that makes the creature indestructible and capable of withstanding severe environmental conditions - even radiation.
Researchers at the University of Calgary have successfully teleported a photon (an elementary particle of light) over a straight line.
Following various rumors that Uber is looking to test-drive its autonomous vehicles in San Francisco and Detroit, it seems like the ride-sharing company is finally doing it in San Francisco. Several people claimed they spotted self-driving Uber cars in San Francisco area on Wednesday.
Apple is said to be negotiating a deal with British luxury auto maker McLaren. The rumors are line with Apple's plan to develop a self-driving car.
