You might think a thermometer being easy to clean is mostly a nice bonus, but we found that ease of cleaning actually had a big impact on accuracy in some cases. Infrared thermometers measure temperature based on the detection of infrared light via the sensor in the thermometer’s probe, says Bernie Deitrick, who led our…
Stroller footmuffs, aka buntings, are like a weather-resistant sleeping bag that attaches to your stroller, keeping your baby or toddler cozy and warm on winter days while you’re out and about. (And yes, you’re allowed to feel a little jealous at the idea of being pushed around in a stroller wrapped up in a snug…
Every month seems to bring new sets of earbuds with longer battery life and more compact designs. As such, we can’t list everything we like. But if you’re still hunting, here are some other recommendations. Pixel Buds A Series for $99: These used to be our top pick for most people, but they’re now overshadowed…
It’s not often that something as well known as the Happy Hacking Keyboard gets reworked from the ground up. And when it does happen, those changes usually draw criticism from longtime fans. Look at Porsche’s switch from air-cooled to water-cooled engines in the 911, or Microsoft’s transition to a more tablet-like interface for Windows 8….
This acronym is short for photoelectrochemical oxidation. It isn’t new technology, per se, but rather a boosted version of photocatalytic oxidation (PCO), which has been used for decades to clean contaminated air and water. A typical mesh filter—HEPA, for instance—captures only airborne particles. PECO and PCO, however, take it one step further and also target…
Until now, NASA has paid Boeing roughly $2.7 billion of the $4.6 billion total potential value of its commercial crew contract, according to Finch. The Starliner contract NASA awarded Boeing in 2014 originally had a maximum value of $4.2 billion, but contract modifications since 2014 have added $400 million to the deal. Most of the…
Last month, Google’s GameNGen AI model showed that generalized image diffusion techniques can be used to generate a passable, playable version of Doom. Now, researchers are using some similar techniques with a model called MarioVGG to see whether AI can generate plausible video of Super Mario Bros. in response to user inputs. The results of…
Just keep in mind that not all inverter generators perform equally well. Under demanding conditions, some models simply fail to deliver the power that’s promised, according to our tests. Our generator ratings (available to CR members) feature brands you’ll see whether you’re shopping at an online retailer, a home center, or a dealer: Briggs &…
For Twice-a-Day PillsSafety 1st Medicine Reminder, $5 for a pack of 2Designed to hook onto medicine bottles, this soft-press dot system indicates when a.m. and p.m. doses were taken. “It’s straightforward and effective,” Ojageer says.Shop: Walmart, Target Digital Reminders for Every DoseMyTherapy, free on app storesSetting alarms for all of your meds means you’re less…
The year’s first super typhoon erupted over the steamy waters of the western Pacific Ocean on Thursday as Yagi churned toward an eventual landfall in southern China. Having formed as a tropical cyclone in the Philippine Sea on Sunday, the powerful storm peaked on Thursday afternoon local time with maximum sustained winds of 150 mph,…