Google Fit APIs get shut down in 2025, might break fitness devices

Scales, trackers, and other fitness devices that don't get updated will stop syncing | Continue reading


@arstechnica.com | 11 days ago

Scientists develop breakthrough gel material that could remove one of the most common pollutants — here's how it works

"We wanted to make a material that is more sustainable and can be used repetitively." Scientists develop breakthrough gel material that could remove one of the most common pollutants — here's how it works first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 11 days ago

Billionaire creates startup to revolutionize clean energy with space-based batteries — here's how it would work

While lithium-ion batteries have become the norm for battery-electric vehicles, they are not ideal for long-term energy storage. Billionaire creates startup to revolutionize clean energy with space-based batteries — here's how it would work first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 11 days ago

32 weird technologies that never took off

We've seen many big hitters capture our imagination, alongside a handful of oddities and misfits that were less successful. | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 12 days ago

This mode of transportation is slashing four times as much oil demand as EVs: 'Only drove my car when [I] absolutely had to'

"This spring and summer I ran all my errands on it." This mode of transportation is slashing four times as much oil demand as EVs: 'Only drove my car when [I] absolutely had to' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 12 days ago

This high-tech, sun-powered scooter is the first of its kind — and it almost never needs to be plugged into a wall

The S80 solar scooter has a unique solar panel cover that stretches all the way from the handlebars to the front wheel. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 12 days ago

Historic aircraft engine completes major flight using innovative new fuel — here's what it could mean for future air travel

This breakthrough test proves that the fuel works in the real world, not just in a lab. Historic aircraft engine completes major flight using innovative new fuel — here's what it could mean for future air travel first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 12 days ago

Researchers make promising breakthrough in wave energy technology: 'New insight for the design and large-scale application'

This is an attractive idea for clean energy companies, as it does not face the same intermittency issues as wind and solar. Researchers make promising breakthrough in wave energy technology: 'New insight for the design and large-scale application' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 12 days ago

Researchers use superconducting material to make clean fusion energy breakthrough: 'Virtually limitless power production'

"[This is] the most important thing, in my opinion, in the last 30 years of fusion research." Researchers use superconducting material to make clean fusion energy breakthrough: 'Virtually limitless power production' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 12 days ago

Officials announce progress in launching nation's first 200 mph trains: 'Creating new industries and economic opportunity around high-speed rail'

When the trains are finally usable, they will be a major convenience for people traveling around the state. Officials announce progress in launching nation's first 200 mph trains: 'Creating new industries and economic opportunity around high-speed rail' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 12 days ago

Startup deploys 3D cameras and robots to help solve major problem with US recycling: 'Plants have been using outdated technologies'

The system is focused on recovering specifically the most valuable recyclables: aluminum and certain kinds of plastic. Startup deploys 3D cameras and robots to help solve major problem with US recycling: 'Plants have been using outdated technologies' first appeared on The Cool Do … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 12 days ago

Architects complete 10-year study of home that uses 110% less energy — here are the features that made this possible

This type of sustainable home design is gaining traction and could save homeowners serious cash in the long run. Architects complete 10-year study of home that uses 110% less energy — here are the features that made this possible first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 12 days ago

Government approves new variation of floating offshore wind farm project: 'This refined design is future-proof'

"This is a significant milestone for the project and the floating offshore wind sector." Government approves new variation of floating offshore wind farm project: 'This refined design is future-proof' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 12 days ago

NIO releases video of first-of-its-kind EV with mind-blowing ability: 'I personally love this feature'

The company has some innovative approaches to make EV use easy for consumers in any location. NIO releases video of first-of-its-kind EV with mind-blowing ability: 'I personally love this feature' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 12 days ago

Public officials break ground on highway project that charges electric cars while driving: 'The possibilities are endless'

"We're just hopeful that this is something that can really benefit a lot of people here ... and maybe even across the country going forward." Public officials break ground on highway project that charges electric cars while driving: 'The possibilities are endless' first appeared … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 13 days ago

The next big breakthrough in power generation could happen beneath our feet — how nuclear technology can be made safer

Imagine a future where we can keep the lights on with reactors that are safer, cleaner, and more efficient. The next big breakthrough in power generation could happen beneath our feet — how nuclear technology can be made safer first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 13 days ago

Startup announces FAA approval for its innovative, fuel-efficient passenger jet design — here's how it could change the airline industry

According to the startup, the new shape would improve the plane's fuel efficiency dramatically. Startup announces FAA approval for its innovative, fuel-efficient passenger jet design — here's how it could change the airline industry first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 13 days ago

Company raises millions in funding to scan entire planet with satellites: 'A one-stop-shop emissions intelligence platform'

"Momentick is excited to reveal its technology to the world." Company raises millions in funding to scan entire planet with satellites: 'A one-stop-shop emissions intelligence platform' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 13 days ago

New company is 'breaking the limits' with revolutionary electric vehicle that is half boat, half RV: 'Blending the lines of recreational mobility'

"It's impressive that this can serve as both a boat and an RV." New company is 'breaking the limits' with revolutionary electric vehicle that is half boat, half RV: 'Blending the lines of recreational mobility' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 13 days ago

Startup makes old cargo plane technology new again with cost-cutting approach to shipping: 'The physics are in our favor'

This technology is pending approval from the Federal Aviation Administration and is trying to enter a highly competitive cargo transport market. Startup makes old cargo plane technology new again with cost-cutting approach to shipping: 'The physics are in our favor' first appeare … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 14 days ago

Scientists make significant breakthrough utilizing unlimited power source found deep in Earth: 'Has the potential to replace fossil fuels'

"It was evident that if we could get it to work, we could drill very deep holes for a very small fraction of what it costs now." Scientists make significant breakthrough utilizing unlimited power source found deep in Earth: 'Has the potential to replace fossil fuels' first appear … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 14 days ago

Kobo Clara 2E Review

I got my first electronic reader ever and here are some of my thoughts on it with KOReader installed on it. | Continue reading


@joelchrono.xyz | 14 days ago

Experts use advanced technology to create 'superberries' resilient to harsh growing conditions: 'We will have more possibilities of cultivating berries'

Creating heat-resistant plants can help farmers adapt to rapidly changing conditions, preventing huge drops in production and increases in price. Experts use advanced technology to create 'superberries' resilient to harsh growing conditions: 'We will have more possibilities of cu … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 14 days ago

Research warns of troubling trend as disease surges among pregnant mothers and children: 'This is a problem that needs to be taken seriously and quickly'

Officials have been working to limit the outbreak through a variety of means. Research warns of troubling trend as disease surges among pregnant mothers and children: 'This is a problem that needs to be taken seriously and quickly' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 14 days ago

Chinese battery developer discloses new technology with lifespan that could revolutionize EVs: 'An industry first'

"What matters is that people can produce enough batteries at a price that puts EVs at a price that is attractive for >50% of car buyers." Chinese battery developer discloses new technology with lifespan that could revolutionize EVs: 'An industry first' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 14 days ago

Ecobee is shutting down some of its very first products

Even after a commendable 16-year runtime, the company is offering discounts. | Continue reading


@arstechnica.com | 14 days ago

Government officials proceed with multibillion-dollar endeavor to reform aviation industry using alternative fuels: 'Next-generation technologies'

Cleaner airplanes are a key part of creating a more sustainable transportation system. Government officials proceed with multibillion-dollar endeavor to reform aviation industry using alternative fuels: 'Next-generation technologies' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 14 days ago

Researchers make strides innovating fast-charging sodium-ion battery technology: 'The battery research will be further expanded'

"A material has been designed that combines the best of two possible structures: high energy density is combined with fast charging." Researchers make strides innovating fast-charging sodium-ion battery technology: 'The battery research will be further expanded' first appeared on … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 14 days ago

New report reveals concerning trend in global reliance on coal for power generation: 'We had said that 2024 was the year coal would peak'

According to the report, the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom were the only countries to eliminate one gigawatt of coal capacity without opening a new plant. New report reveals concerning trend in global reliance on coal for power generation: 'We had said that 202 … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 15 days ago

Engineering firm issues 'instruction manual' to deploy its innovative floating solar technology: 'A stamp of quality'

"This provides both good area utilization and the possibility of cost reduction through the sharing of infrastructure." Engineering firm issues 'instruction manual' to deploy its innovative floating solar technology: 'A stamp of quality' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 15 days ago

Urine sample study finds industrial toxin in adolescents: 'There is a lot of exposure'

The impacts of these herbicides go far beyond these kids in Ecuador. Urine sample study finds industrial toxin in adolescents: 'There is a lot of exposure' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 15 days ago

Wear OS’s big comeback continues; might hit half of Apple Watch sales

Counterpoint Research projects 27 percent market share this year to Apple's 49. | Continue reading


@arstechnica.com | 15 days ago

Startup addresses global agricultural challenges with cutting-edge seed enhancement technology: 'We're making the plants healthier'

Farmers can use these treatments with the same commercial seed varieties they know and trust. Startup addresses global agricultural challenges with cutting-edge seed enhancement technology: 'We're making the plants healthier' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 15 days ago

Scientists share new insights to reduce concerning byproduct of agriculture: 'Artificial intelligence can uncover patterns that traditional methods may overlook'

The computer indicated some impressive potential. Scientists share new insights to reduce concerning byproduct of agriculture: 'Artificial intelligence can uncover patterns that traditional methods may overlook' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 15 days ago

April updates for Windows 10 and 11 break some VPN software, Microsoft says

VPN connection bug affects all supported versions of Windows 10, 11, and Server. | Continue reading


@arstechnica.com | 15 days ago

Major company takes exciting leap to manufacture next-gen EV batteries: 'This investment will serve as a stepping stone'

"Solid electrolytes are the most critical component in solid-state batteries, and numerous companies globally are racing to develop them." Major company takes exciting leap to manufacture next-gen EV batteries: 'This investment will serve as a stepping stone' first appeared on Th … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 15 days ago

Breakthrough 6G antenna could lead to high-speed communications and holograms

Scientists build the world's first 6G antenna that, when fitted into devices, can transmit data at high speeds. | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 16 days ago

Workers break ground on multibillion-dollar high-speed rail line connecting Las Vegas to Los Angeles: 'More where that came from'

"More where that came from." Workers break ground on multibillion-dollar high-speed rail line connecting Las Vegas to Los Angeles: 'More where that came from' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 16 days ago

Researchers design highly efficient wind turbine mimicking bird wings: 'This bio-inspired design can increase the power output'

This is one of many breakthroughs in wind power. Researchers design highly efficient wind turbine mimicking bird wings: 'This bio-inspired design can increase the power output' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 16 days ago

Government issues emergency decree as epidemic persists: 'We are in a critical situation'

The number of infections has also tripled compared to 2023 at 135,000. Government issues emergency decree as epidemic persists: 'We are in a critical situation' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 16 days ago

Scientists set record in fusion energy generation with temperature 10 times hotter than sun: 'We achieved things we've never done before'

"The JET experiment marks a significant milestone for fusion research." Scientists set record in fusion energy generation with temperature 10 times hotter than sun: 'We achieved things we've never done before' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 16 days ago

All the ways streaming services are aggravating their subscribers this week

Disappointing streaming changes are happening so fast that it's hard to keep up. | Continue reading


@arstechnica.com | 16 days ago

Automaker to capitalize on record-breaking year with first-of-its-kind EV platform: 'A variety of expansion possibilities'

"They make some of the most efficient EVs you can get." Automaker to capitalize on record-breaking year with first-of-its-kind EV platform: 'A variety of expansion possibilities' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 16 days ago

Rabbit R1 AI box revealed to just be an Android app

It sounds like the company is now blocking access from "bootleg" APKs. | Continue reading


@arstechnica.com | 16 days ago

The BASIC programming language turns 60

Easy-to-use programming language that drove Apple, IBM, and Commodore PCs debuted in 1964. | Continue reading


@arstechnica.com | 16 days ago

Researchers repurpose commonplace chemical with incredible properties in new battery design: 'Exhibited remarkable cycling stability'

The research team plans to scale up production of the flow batteries. Researchers repurpose commonplace chemical with incredible properties in new battery design: 'Exhibited remarkable cycling stability' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 16 days ago

Authorities cautiously permit reactivation of world's largest nuclear power plant: 'We will stop when we find issues and take necessary measures'

Prior to its closure in 2012, the plant had a capacity of 8.2 gigawatts. Authorities cautiously permit reactivation of world's largest nuclear power plant: 'We will stop when we find issues and take necessary measures' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 17 days ago

World's largest land-based crane makes monumental impact with new electric capabilities — here's how it could revolutionize the construction industry

"Its low ground bearing capacity also means the crane can be used all over the world." World's largest land-based crane makes monumental impact with new electric capabilities — here's how it could revolutionize the construction industry first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 17 days ago