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TSMC confirms volume shipments of 16nm, pushes EUV back to the 5nm node
TSMC has announced that it’s shipping 16nm chips in volume, with a rapid 10nm ramp on the way. EUV, however, has been pushed back again, and is now expected to debut on the 5nm node.
ZTE Axon vs. Samsung Galaxy S6: Can a budget phone be good enough?
Can ZTE make a name for itself with a premium phone at a less-than-premium price? Let’s take a closer look.
3D white graphene could prevent electronics from overheating
Heat dissipation, and the tunable control of heat, is a major headache in electronics. Researchers have proposed a complex 3D structure made from a 2D material, known as ‘white graphene,’ that may provide a solution.
Spotify challenges Apple Music’s superior playlists with Discover Weekly
Apple Music has garnered some decidedly mixed reviews, but one thing every critic can agree on: The streaming service’s daily recommendations of human-curated playlists are undeniably awesome. But not so fast, says Spotify. The top streaming service is now using … Continue reading
2016 Hyundai Tucson: Is the latest compact SUV to ship the best SUV?
The 2016 Tucscon boasts the best combo of cockpit luxe, driver assists, and quiet driving. That’s today. Other small SUVs loom, including the sporty Mazda CX-5. And Honda CR-V is always good.
ExtremeTech explains: How do solar cells work?
Find out how solar cells power a good portion of homes today — and how they might power virtually everything in the future.
New Star Trek-style medical device accelerates healing by 30 percent
University of Sheffield team is pioneering the use of a medical device which they claim accelerates the body’s own ability to close wounds by up to 30%.
ET deals: Dell Latitude 15 3550 15.6-inch laptop for $791
Need a powerful laptop that doesn’t skimp on battery life? Take a look at the Latitude 15 3550 from Dell. This 15.6-inch laptop has a Broadwell CPU, discrete graphics, and a full HD display. Moreover, you can save over $550 … Continue reading
Stephen Hawking, Milner unveil $100 million initiative to ‘dramatically accelerate’ search for alien life
Mankind has wondered about life on other worlds for millennia, and Frank Drake began our scientific search in earnest for it in 1960. Now that search is getting a huge boost, courtesy of a $100 million “Breakthrough Initiatives” program from … Continue reading
Stephen Hawking, Milner unveil $100M initiative to ‘dramatically accelerate’ search for alien life
Mankind has wondered about life on other worlds for millennia, and Frank Drake began our scientific search in earnest for it in 1960. Now that search is getting a huge boost, courtesy of a $100 million “Breakthrough Initiatives” program from … Continue reading
