Miles McCormack, Editor (Technology) There are few surprises as we take a look at five more top entries into 2013′s top 10, but when the games are this good, surprises aren’t essential; only surpassed expectations. Grand Theft Auto IV For a series that could so easily rest on its laurels and still give fans what they wanted, GTA IV deserves recognition for the amount of new things it tries and the amount of mechanics […]
Bethan Young Editor (Science) It is no secret that nuclear radiation lingers long after its release into the atmosphere. Its use as a fuel source and the associated risks to the environment and human health are a constant topic of debate. This month a study published in Nature Communications has suggested that nuclear radiation levels in the stratosphere are higher than first thought. The radioactive particles remain from tests that took place during the […]
Karan Balkar, Correspondent (Tech) A couple of weeks back, I was wondering how Intel would bounce back in to the race to become the leading manufacturer of processors. Today, I am certain about Intel’s plan. The company showcased a miniature computer-based device named Edison at the on-going Consumer Electronics Show, 2014. So what is so special about this device? How effective would it be? Here is an insight about what is in store with Edison: […]
Karan Balkar, Correspondent (Tech) How many of you still use the power button to lock and unlock your mobile screen? Many I believe. The fact is, the majority of mobile users still rely on the hardware power button in order to lock their screen. LG has something better in store than this. The South Korean, multinational electronics company LG is all set to roll out its new Knock feature this month. The Knock feature allows […]
Bethan Young Correspondent (Science) A January free of alcohol has become trendy in recent years. Some people take part to raise money for charity, others to make up for the season of indulgence the month before. It’s a challenge, that on the face of it, will have a positive effect on our bodies. Does 31 days free of alcohol actually have lasting health benefits? It sounds unlikely, especially as for every one month off […]
Miles McCormack, Editor (Technology) Last week the annual Consumer Electronics Show hit Vegas, bringing with it a host of exciting, middling and downright bizarre news that’ll help avid tech users get a grasp on the tech industry’s roadmap for 2014. At least, in past years, that’s been the case; but with the real movers and shakers in the industry not attending (Apple for one, Microsoft another) and with plenty of bizarre side attractions, CES […]
Miles McCormack, Editor (Tech) 2013 was another fantastic year for games, debuting some truly revolutionary titles for the medium, a medium which is constantly expanding and redefining itself; either through the launch of new platforms with the Xbox One and PS4, through expansion into existing ones on iOS, Android and TV; even on the same consoles we’ve had for the last 7 years. So much so that sitting down to pick out just 10 is […]
David Snowdon, Correspondent (Science) Year 2012 was definitely a tough act to follow in terms of revolutionary scientific breakthroughs: This was the year of the so called ‘God particle’ – the Higgs boson – and the Curiosity probe landing on Mars, amongst other significant moments. However 2013 did not disappoint either, with a host of innovations that have improved and promised to improve our scientific understanding of the world. CLARITY Sheds Light […]
Bethan Young, Correspondent (Science) Two NASA astronauts successfully completed essential repairs on the International Space Station earlier this week. Mike Hopkins and Rick Mastracchio carried out the task on Christmas Eve – their second space walk (or EVA – extra-vehicular activity) in four days. Their first took them across 260 Earth miles and over six hours; the second, seven and a half hours. The planned third space walk is so far unnecessary due to their current […]
Anthony Segaert, Correspondent (Technology) It is not surprising, we all spend a lot of time on the internet. When we say lots – we mean lots. This year, YouTube users will have watched over 5,472,000 years of videos on line – from the Harlem Shake, to Nyan Cat videos, to TED Talks or major live events. Clearly, 2013 has been a huge year for the on line video world. To celebrate the year, YouTube has released […]
