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| MOBILE TECHNOLOGY |
| Samsung Galaxy S6 (and GS6 edge) vs. Galaxy S5 |
 | The Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are by far the series' biggest steps forward in terms of design. Wondering if they're worth the upgrade over the GS5? Let's compare their features and specs. read more |
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| HOME ENTERTAINMENT |
| Oppo launches premium planar headphones for audiophiles on a budget |
 | At just over 10 oz, Oppo Digital claims that the stylish PM-3 cans are the world's lightest closed-back planar magnetic headphones, while also holding the promise of audiophile-pleasing performance without the audiophile price tag. read more |
| SPACE |
| NASA releases new Ceres images prior to Friday encounter |
 | As NASA’s Dawn spacecraft makes its final approach to Ceres, it's sending the best images yet with more details about the surface of the dwarf planet that scientist hope will provide clues as to not only how Ceres formed and if it is still active, but the early history of the Solar System as well. read more |
| SPACE |
| First satellites with all-electric propulsion call home |
 | Boeing announced that the two 702SP small platform satellites, called ABS-3A and EUTELSAT 115 West B, that launched on Sunday evening are sending back signals to mission control as they power towards geosynchronous orbit under ion drive. read more |
| MOBILE TECHNOLOGY |
| Prototype Fujitsu smartphone unlocks with the blink of an eye |
 | Using the complex pattern of the iris in a person’s eye is a particularly effective form of biometric authentication. Fujitsu has produced just such an iris authentication system for its latest prototype handset, which is on display at the Mobile World Congress. read more |
| HEALTH AND WELLBEING |
| Prosthetic ankle scans the ground ahead and adjusts accordingly |
 | Computer-controlled artificial legs have aided in improving amputees' freedom of movement by mimicking the natural motion of their missing limbs. Now, a new robotic ankle promises to make this motion even more precise by dynamically adjusting to the terrain underfoot. read more |
| MOBILE TECHNOLOGY |
| Display of Kyocera's smartphone prototype soaks up solar power |
 | Kyocera likes to position itself as a maker of smartphones that can go anywhere, with ruggedized, waterproof devices. Building on that reputation, the company is showing a new prototype that can also charge anywhere, so long as it's not too dark or cloudy.read more |
| MEDICAL |
| Protein shown to slow progress of Alzheimer’s and multiple sclerosis |
 | Researchers have identified a promising new target in the battle against certain neurological diseases. A protein known as TREM2 has been proven effective in clearing away unwanted debris in the brain, the unchecked buildup of which can lead to both Alzheimer's disease and multiple sclerosis (MS). read more |
| SCIENCE |
| Image captures light as both wave and particle for very first time |
 | Though a long accepted tenet in physics, no experiment has ever directly observed the wave/particle duality of light. Now researchers at the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland claim to have captured a photograph of light as both waves and particles in the same image. read more |
| MEDICAL |
| Drug-delivering nano "drones" to help prevent heart attacks |
 | Scientists have developed targeted, biodegradable nano "drones" to deliver anti-inflammatory drugs that heal and stabilize arterial plaque in mice. Their work could pave the way for more effective prevention of heart attack and stroke in humans caused by atherosclerosis. read more |
| COMPUTERS |
| Creative AI: Software writing software and the broader challenges of computational creativity |
 | In this final part of our deep dive into the world of computational creativity, we turn to the underlying ideas and challenges that face the field as a whole as researchers grapple with questions of non-human creativity and public fears about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence. read more |
| AUTOMOTIVE |
| Mini hits the virtual racetrack with Clubman Gran Turismo |
 | Mini has joined the raft of manufacturers determined to win the hearts and minds of gamers through Gran Turismo. The Mini Clubman Vision Gran Turismo takes the Clubman's fairly mundane shape and replaces it with a full racing aerodynamics kit, powered by a 395 hp (295 kW) engine. read more |
| ENVIRONMENT |
| Cleaning up wastewater from oil and gas operations using a microbe-powered battery |
 | A treatment process developed by engineers at the University of Colorado Boulder promises a simpler and more economical way to clean up the wastewater produced by oil and gas operations that is heavily salinated and full of organic contaminants. read more |
| SCIENCE |
| Bio-inks allow sensors to be drawn onto skin, leaves and other surfaces |
 | You've probably heard about pens with conductive ink, that allow users to draw circuits onto materials such as paper. Now, researchers have gone a step or two farther – they've created "bio-inks" that could be used to draw sensors onto a variety of surfaces, using an ordinary ballpoint pen. read more |
| BICYCLES |
| Kryptonite Security WheelNutz turn bicycle security upside down |
 | Wheel theft is always a risk when leaving a nice bike parked in an urban environment. Cyclists can do things like removing the front wheel and locking it to the frame and rear wheel. Kryptonite's new Security WheelNutz, however, offer a quicker alternative ... with an interesting twist. read more |
| SCIENCE |
| Device zaps oil to make it flow easier |
 | It's a simple fact that the more fluid an oil is, the easier it is to pump. That's why Temple University's Prof. Rongjia Tao has developed a device that reduces the viscosity of crude oil by electrifying it. read more |
| SPACE |
| NASA aims to unlock mysteries of celestial giants by observing rare black hole |
 | NASA scientists are hoping to unravel the evolutionary and environmental impact of celestial giants by observing an intermediate-mass black hole (IMBH), sitting 100 million light years away in the spiral arm of galaxy NGC 2276. read more |
| GOOD THINKING |
| AVG's magic glasses make you invisible to facial recognition software |
 | We've all become used to facial recognition technology helping us to tag our friends in photos online. There may be times, however, that you don't want to be recognized like this. With that in mind, security firm AVG has unveiled a prototype pair of glasses that combat facial recognition systems. read more |
| DIGITAL CAMERAS |
| Nikon gives the Coolpix P900 a monstrous 83x optical zoom |
 | The Nikon Coolpix P900 is a camera that's all about its zoom. While the new DSLR-styled bridge camera features built-in Wi-Fi, NFC and GPS, and can shoot Full HD video, it's the monstrous 24-2000-mm equivalent zoom which is going to grab all the headlines. read more |
| WEARABLE ELECTRONICS |
| The Oculus Store is now open for business for Gear VR owners |
 | Since Samsung's Gear VR launched in December, owners have been limited to a group of free apps, games and "experiences" (most of which were demos). Starting today, though, US-based Gear VR owners can buy paid apps ... which means they're going to get more full-blown games. read more |
| MOBILE TECHNOLOGY |
| New Mad Catz controllers are geared towards media and gaming |
 | Mad Catz has revealed two new mobile controllers, each with a different focus. The accessories are designed primarily for use with Android, and aim to improve user experience in gaming and media, both at home and on the move. read more |
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