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Every day, we humans dream up more and more ways to use technology to make the world a better place. Whether its solar panels that generate green energy, 3d printed prosthetics, or gene editing tools that eradicate diseases; there’s no shortage of world-changing tech out there. But it’s also easy for all those good things to get buried beneath all the bad news on the Internet. That’s why we started Tech For Change: an ongoing series in which we shine a spotlight on positive uses of technology, and showcase how they’re helping to make the world a better place.
Flights to any city in less than 60 minutes? Musk still thinks it’s possible
It currently takes nearly 15 hours to fly from New York to Shanghai, but a Starship passenger service would be able to do it in a mere 39 minutes.
Supernal wants the S-A2 to deliver us from gridlock with quiet, electric aviation
The SA-2 will take off vertically and cruise at up to 120 mph on electricity alone, delivering the comfort of a plane and the agility of a helicopter.
Lamborghini Telemetry X can monitor your driving and your stress level
At CES 2024, Lamborghini showed a prototype system that gives supercar drivers real-time coaching.
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Waymo’s robotaxis head for the highway
Waymo is about to send its fully driverless cars onto freeways for the first time, marking a notable expansion of its robotaxi efforts.
Hyundai bets big on hydrogen from sewage, plastic
Batteries aren't going anywhere, but Hyundai will invest $1.4 billion in hydrogen for everything from big rigs to ships.
How Siri helped me out in an almost impossible situation
Siri, Apple's voice assistant, doesn't always get much attention. But I recently found its help invaluable in a really difficult situation.
This is Pi — one of the most amazing Android apps I used in 2023
AI chatbots are nothing new in late 2023. But the Pi app for Android takes a radically different approach to it — and it's nothing short of amazing.
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Unwrapping our favorite holiday gaming memories: GameCube, Pokémon, and more
This Christmas, we asked the Digital Trends gaming team to share the stories of the most formative video game holiday gifts they've ever received.
Watch this festive drone show fly straight into the record books
A Texas-based drone entertainment firm achieved two Guinness World Records recently during a festive display involving nearly 1,500 of the flying machines.
My favorite game of 2023 is a secret Twitter eulogy
While 2023 was full of huge games, no game was more on the pulse of current events than the oddly prophetic Videoverse.
In a gym 250 miles above Earth, astronauts sweat for science
With the demands of gravity absent, astronauts must spend hours per day exercising to maintain the muscles they'll still need back on Earth.
How to buy over-the-counter hearing aids
After years in the making, over-the-counter hearing aids are now available for purchase without a prescription: Here's what to you need to know.
The most innovative tech products of 2023
They're bold, unique, and sometimes wildly impractical. But the the most innovative tech products of 2023 all dared to be different.
It’s drone delivery, but not as we know it
While Amazon and Wing are trialing customer deliveries using mid-size drones, a firm in Europe is using a much bigger drone for its own special purpose.
I wore smart glasses that made me excited for the future
I'm really looking forward to having true smart glasses on my face, and wearing the TCL RayNeo Nxtwear S reminded me why I'm so excited.
How to dispose of your old AV equipment and tech gear
Tossing your old TVs and soundbars in a regular dumpster is bad for the environment, so here's a few other ways you can properly dispose of your AV equipment.
NASA’s Mars drone just set another flight record
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter has surpassed all expectations during its time on Mars and just recently it set a new flight record.
How do you crash-test an EV with an 871-pound battery? Mercedes showed us
Mercedes-Benz staged a public crash test with two EVs to show that electrification isn't compromising safety.
Measure twice, laser once. Meet the scientists prodding NASA’s first asteroid sample
Now that NASA has wrangled a chunk of asteroid back to Earth, a team of scientists is busy photographing, crushing, and even shooting lasers at the dust.
Google is killing your passwords, and security experts are (mostly) happy
Google is pushing for users to set passkeys as the default log-in option. A former FBI expert says it's good progress, but you should still be cautious.
This AI algorithm could save lives in quake zones
In trials that took place over a seven-month period, the algorithm predicted with impressive accuracy an earthquake's timing, location, and intensity.
Waymo expands robotaxi service area in San Francisco
While autonomous car company Waymo expands its robotaxi service in San Francisco, rival firm Cruise faces ongoing challenges with its own efforts.
It’s one giant leap for fashion as Prada spacesuits head to the moon
Prada has partnered with Axiom Space to design the spacesuits for the Artemis III mission to the lunar surface. But it's not all about looking good.
Are we about to see ‘the iPhone of artificial intelligence’?
Apple’s former design guru Jony Ive is reportedly in talks with ChatGPT creator OpenAI to build a new hardware device for artificial intelligence.
As a parent, there’s one iPhone 15 feature I can’t wait to use
There's a lot to like about the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro, but there's only one feature that will be a godsend for parents of humans and pets.
How to track your sleep with an Apple Watch
Tracking your sleep with an Apple Watch is a great way to regulate your sleep time and feel rested all day. We show you how it's done.
Elon Musk’s Neuralink now recruiting for first human trials
Neuralink has announced that it’s now accepting applications from subjects willing to have its experimental N1 computer interface implanted in their brain.
NASA’s amazing Mars helicopter just set a new flight record
NASA's Mars helicopter continues to impress. During its 59th flight on the distant planet, the drone-like machine achieved a new record.
Here’s where NASA will land astronauts on the moon
A new image of the moon's far side shows the region selected for the landing of NASA's Artemis III mission, which aims to return humans to the lunar surface.
Is that asteroid a problem? Meet the planetary defense squad that decides
Earth is surrounded by potential threats like asteroids and comets, but a team of NASA scientists is always on the lookout.
Ring helps you find your lost furry friend with the Ring Pet Tag
The Ring Pet Tag lets you know when a lost pet is found and informs the rescuer of any health concerns they should know about. It's also highly affordable.
Goal Zero’s new Skylight is an LED palm tree for emergencies
The Goal Zero Skylight is built for quick deployment outdoors so you can see where you're going around the site.
I found a Chrome extension that makes web browsing bearable again
Cookie consent pop-ups are designed to be manipulative and confusing, but you can beat them and protect your privacy with this clever browser extension.