Scientists create a way to make more breathable 3D-printed tissues

3D printing may be more commonly associated with things like rapid prototyping for industry and homemade “maker” projects, but it also opens up some exciting medical possibilities. Chief among these is the dream of 3D bioprinting, which could one day prove useful for everything from printingsmall-scale fabricated tissuesto the eventual goal of fully functional transplant organs. While the second of these ambitions is still a way off, researchers at Pennsylvania State University have made a big advance in the goal of creating lab-made tissues such as bone and cartilage....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 349 words · Joshua Christian

Sharper review: the art of conning a con man

“Why you can trust Digital Trends – We have a 20-year history of testing, reviewing, and rating products, services and apps to help you make a sound buying decision. Find out we test and score products.“ Sharperadmirably attempts to pay tribute to one classic crime genre while also reinventing it at the same time. The film’s tendency to present certain events and relationships one way, only to later reveal the true nature of them, makes it a perfect spiritual successor to iconic con man movies likeThe Brothers Bloom,The Sting, and evenThe Usual Suspects....

August 3, 2025 · 5 min · 1011 words · Robert Benson

Shrinking demand forces Apple to slow down iPhone X production

The iPhone Xlaunched to stellar reviewsand equally strong sales, but Fast Company is reporting thatdemand has slowed considerably. A source within Apple’s supply chains has said that the company plans to make a mere eight million units for the second quarter of this year. Part of the problem stems from the simple fact that the rush of holiday sales convinced Apple to produce too many iPhone X units and now needs to “burn off” its supply....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 369 words · Cassandra Leon

Star Trek: Voyager's Original Plan Would Have Delayed Seven of Nine's Introduction

Summary The original plan forStar Trek: Voyager’s season 3 ending would have delayed Seven of Nine’s (Jeri Ryan) introduction.Voyager’s season 3 finale/season 4 premiere, “Scorpion, Parts 1 and 2,” was a huge episode for the show. Although they had been introduced earlier in season 3, “Scorpion” officially cemented the Borg as the main villain forVoyager’s cast of characters, andkicked off a Borg storyline that would continue for the next four seasons....

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 728 words · Dr. William Clark

Steam Deck OLED finally gets hall-effect stick mod

Steam Deck OLED finally gets hall-effect stick mod Steam Deck OLED owners can soon say goodbye to drift, thanks to an upcoming Hall Effect stick mod launching on IndieGoGo. TheSteam Deck OLED‘s multiple upgrades over its predecessor are as clear as day. Manyhandheld gamingfans herald the device for its improved battery and new OLED display, even six months after launch. Yet, even with the upgrades, the Steam Deck OLED is still at the mercy of dreaded stick drift....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 361 words · James Flynn

The best BMWs of all time

BMW 507 (1956) Max Hoffman, the market-savvy businessman who imported BMWs to the U.S. in the 1950s, convinced executives to develop the 507 to rival the Mercedes-Benz 300SL. It was powered by a 3.2-liter V8 engine that shifted through a four-speed manual transmission. Elvis Presley owned two 507s, including a 1957 example that he drove while he was stationed in Germany. BMWfound the car in 2014and treated it to a full restoration....

August 3, 2025 · 5 min · 870 words · Donna Carpenter

This Android redesign looks smashing, but I wish it came sooner

Every year, Google adds a potpourri of features to Android. Visually, however, it changes only once a few years. The last time Google made significant visual changes, it was with Android 12 over three years ago. In the coming months, Google is expected to kick off another cycle of aesthetic overhaul, with significant changes sprinkled across the UI. These appear right before Google is set to launchAndroid 16, and has ignites new expectations — but I’m afraid this comes too little, too late....

August 3, 2025 · 5 min · 989 words · Sharon Blackburn

This Samsung Frame TV Black Friday sale could end any minute

There are still a lot of greatBlack Friday dealsthat are available, such as these excellent offers for Samsung’s The Frame TV. The gorgeous TV will blend in amazingly well in any spot in your home, and there are several different sizes to pick from. You’ll still be able to enjoy discounts of up to $1,000 from theBest Buy Black Friday deals, but you need to hurry because offers of the same caliber are starting to end, and we’re not sure if Samsung’s The Frame TV will make an appearance in the upcomingCyber Monday deals....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 435 words · Susan Peters

Toyota’s Century luxury sedan costs as much as two Lexuses

Lexus is Toyota’s premier brand in the U.S., but in Japan, the top model is the Century. First sold in 1967, it represents Toyota’s highest level of craftsmanship, luxury, and comfort — and 21 years since the last redesign, the 3rd-gen Century has launched, ready for a lucky few Japanese VIPs. Toyota plans to sell just 50 of the chauffeur-driven cars per month, according to acompany release. The 2018 Century’s price sheet starts at 19,600,000 yen, or $178,164 at today’s exchange rate....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 489 words · Craig Harris

Ubisoft responds as Assassin’s Creed Shadows leaks 3 weeks early

Ubisoft responds as Assassin’s Creed Shadows leaks 3 weeks early Troubles continue for Ubisoft as the developer has confirmed that physical copies of Assassin’s Creed Shadows have been shipped out ahead of its official release. For a long time now,Assassin’s Creedhas been the flagship franchise for Ubisoft with the developer reliably publishing a serviceable release every few years. Whether it’s fatigue or the sheer number of competitors that have arisen in the space, pre-release reception to the upcomingAssassin’s Creed Shadowshas been lukewarm compared to other entries in the series....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 477 words · Elizabeth Glenn

Use your Destiny 2 Legendary Shards on these items before it’s too late

Use your Destiny 2 Legendary Shards on these items before it’s too late WithLegendary Shards being deletedfromDestiny 2once The Final Shape releases, you’ll need to spend them this week, and there are a few great stand-out options for doing just that. Destiny 2 The Final Shape is coming out on June 4, with the new expansion delivering an entirely new campaign, avariety of new Exotics, and much more. However, somecontent is being vaultedand removed from the game forever, including Legendary Shards....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 363 words · Mark Holloway

Want to see Snoop Dogg in AR? You’ll have to buy a bottle of his new wine

From P. Diddy’s promotion of Deleon Tequila to Rick Ross’ hype man act for Rare Rosé, hip-hop power players and alcohol brands are as perfect a pairing as Eric B. and Rakim. The latest rapper to jump on the bandwagon? None other than everyone’s favorite smooth-talking West Coaster Snoop Dogg, who is lending his name to a new wine label from Australian wine brand19 Crimes. But Snoop is doing things a bit differently....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 390 words · Candace Adams

When is The Pitt Episode 15 out? HBO release schedule

When is The Pitt Episode 15 out? HBO release schedule Episode 12 of HBO’s hit medical drama saw a mass shooting devastate everyone involved. The tragedy continues into The Pitt Episode 15 – here’s when you need to watch. Never mind Grey’s Anatomy or9-1-1, The Pitt brings back the best medical drama of all time: ER. You might recognize thenew TV show’slead Noah Wyle for playing John Carter in ER, leaving at the end of Season 11....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 614 words · Daniel Chavez