Personal flying machines of the future set to compete in ‘fly-off’ 

The finalists of a Boeing-backed competition to design a passenger-carrying flying machine of the future are getting ready to exhibit their entries after years in development. The ‘GoFly’ competition is comprised of 850 teams from 130 countries competition to create the ultimate personal flying machine. Competitors were tasked with creating a flying device that’s safe, … Read more

Teardown of Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip reveals its hinges may not block as much dust as promised

Teardown of Samsung’s newest folding phone, the Galaxy Z Flip, reveals a ‘fiber shield’ may fail to prevent dust particles from clogging up its hinge despite promises A teardown of Samsung’s Z Flip suggests its hinge may be susceptible to dust  iFixit’s video on YouTube pits the folding device against a bag of purple dust  Results … Read more

Skincredible! Researchers create a electronic bandage that helps wounds heal FOUR TIMES faster

Skincredible! Researchers create an electronic bandage that helps wounds heal FOUR TIMES faster E-band was wrapped around the chests of rats with a cut on their backs When they breathed, a positively and negatively charged layer rubbed together  Generated an electric field that encouraged the influx of skin-healing cells   By Alexandra Thompson Senior Health Reporter … Read more

Surgical mask printed with your face protects from ‘viral epidemics’ and claims to unlock your phone

As the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread, one startup is cashing in people’s fears with a unique surgical mask that is printed with the lower region of the wearer’s face. Not only does the bizarre mask protect from ‘viral epidemics’, but the creator claims it will unlock your phone. The design, made by ‘Resting Risk … Read more

The AI that could keep you happy at work: Ex-Google team reveal software that ‘nudges’ workers

Three former Google employees believe that artificial intelligence could be the secret to making you happier at work.  Their startup, called Humu, uses machine learning to parse through employee data and then ‘nudges’ workers to help them improve in areas that might make their work lives better, according to the New York Times.  Nudges are … Read more