Laser Transmission Explained: What It Means For Transmitting Data During Space Exploration

Laser Transmission Explained: What It Means For Transmitting Data During Space Exploration The world of science fiction is obsessed with lasers, but real scientists are not too far behind with that tech in real life, deploying it everywhere from watching cellular reactions to attempting Sun-like fusion on Earth. However, the denizens of Earth need lasers to voyage into the depths of space and demystify what’s out there. Unfortunately, with existing communication tech, those lofty goals won’t be possible....

August 10, 2025 · 7 min · 1296 words · Amber Francis

Logan Paul admits to awkward encounter with Alex Cooper’s boyfriend after hookup rumors

Logan Paul admits to awkward encounter with Alex Cooper’s boyfriend after hookup rumors YouTube star Logan Paul called into the Call Her Daddy podcast to speak with host Alex Cooper about the seriously awkward encounter he had with her boyfriend amid rumors that he’d hooked up with her. Logan Paul is one of the net’s most bombastic content creators out there — so whenever rumors arise about his dating life, they’re bound to become mainstream news sooner or later....

August 10, 2025 · 3 min · 477 words · Steve Payne

NASA's InSight Rover Tweets Us A Heartbreaking Goodbye

NASA’s InSight Rover Tweets Us A Heartbreaking Goodbye It’s always sad to say goodbye to a friend, but why is it so sad to part with a robot that’s approximately 140 million miles away? It might make no sense, but it certainly stings. NASA’s InSight robot landed on Mars in 2018, and at the time of writing, its been there for 1,445 “Sols,” which is the Martian equivalent of a day....

August 10, 2025 · 3 min · 540 words · Stacy Lindsey

Netflix is testing how to bypass iTunes billing

Streaming giant Netflix is reportedly looking into ways to break free from Apple’s revenue sharing scheme by bypassing iTunes billing altogether. “We are constantly innovating and testing new signup approaches on different platforms to better understand what our members like,” a Netflix spokesperson said. “Based on what we learn, we work to improve the Netflix experience for members everywhere.” TechCrunchsaidtoday it’s confirmed with Netflix they’re testing a new billing method in 33 countries, indicating the streaming company is dead serious about bypassing iTunes....

August 10, 2025 · 2 min · 308 words · Cameron Ponce

New Xbox Game Pass December 2022 releases: Free games on console, PC & Cloud and everything leaving

New Xbox Game Pass December 2022 releases: Free games on console, PC & Cloud and everything leaving December is almost here, so what is Microsoft giving us to play this Holiday season? Here’s everything coming to Xbox Game Pass in December 2022. Xbox Game Passis arguably one of the biggest reasons to own an Xbox, and yet you can play plenty of the games on the service on your phone (with Cloud Gaming) or on your PC....

August 10, 2025 · 2 min · 270 words · Jared Aguirre

One Piece Episode 1034 Release Date & Time: Can I Watch It For Free?

The raid on Onigashima was doing decently well, all things considered, but the last episode was quite a doozy, and now things are looking very bleak inOne PieceEpisode 1034. In the previous one, Luffy continued his spectacular battle against Kaido while Nami and Usopp were dealing with both Ulti and Big Mom. Although Ulti went down on one side of the battlefield, things took a much worse turn on the roof....

August 10, 2025 · 3 min · 485 words · Mark Sanchez

Photos of alleged budget iPhone shell surface [updated]

A pair of photos have surfaced this morning, allegedly showing the plastic shell of Apple’s rumoredbudget iPhone. The Cupertino company has long been said to be working on a lower-cost handset to help it make inroads into emerging markets like China and India. The two images come fromNowhereelse.fr, who has shared accurate photos of leaked Apple components in the past. And while the site acknowledges that it’s possible the part could simply belong to a Chinese clone, it does match up with several previous reports…...

August 10, 2025 · 3 min · 451 words · Edward Rowe

Pixar’s “Onward” and other new theatrical releases hitting digital platforms early

In response to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak and coronavirus pandemic, major entertainment companies such as Disney, NBCUniversal and WarnerBros are breaking their traditional theatrical window as Hollywood starts to grapple with cratered box office ticket sales due to the current public health crisis that has prompted audiences to avoid crowded venues. Disney said it was shortening its home premiere window, making the upcoming “Frozen 2” available on its Disney+ streaming service three months early....

August 10, 2025 · 3 min · 545 words · Garrett Ellis

Pokémon Go is going to get storylines, quests and Mew

If you’re one of the remaining people who is still playingPokémon Gothen good news! Your loyalty is soon going to be awarded with a nice update. It’ll add a story and a very special LegendaryPokémon: Mew. Pokémon Go is going to get storylines, quests and Mew Niantichas announced thatPokémon Gois soon going to receive quests and storylines. Such an addition may provide people with more of an incentive to keep playing....

August 10, 2025 · 2 min · 302 words · James Carney

Radiation Island is like Lost mixed with Minecraft and The Walking Dead

One of iDB’s readers recently recommended we check outRadiation Island. I noticed in the App Store the day it launched, but had so much going on that I skipped it over without looking into what it was (that happens sometimes). I am so glad our readers are on top of new releases because that recommendation led me to check the game out and I am hooked. Read my hands-ongame review of Radiation Islandbelow....

August 10, 2025 · 4 min · 731 words · Chelsea Miller

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance: How to Beat the Qadištu

Quick Links Exclusive to theCanon of Vengeancestoryline inShin Megami Tensei V: Vengeanceis the villainous Qadištu, a group of demons hellbent on destroying the world. Now that they’re all together in one place, here’s how to best them in combat! Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance: Best Stats to Upgrade, Explained Want to know what Stats are and which ones are worth giving points to? This is your guide! How to Find & Battle the Qadištu: So far in the story, we’ve fought three out of the four Qadištu: Naamah, Eisheth, and Agrat....

August 10, 2025 · 5 min · 1046 words · Tina Stephens

Song of Nunu: A League of Legends story — gameplay, platforms & more

Song of Nunu: A League of Legends story — gameplay, platforms & more Song of Nunu: A League of Legends story is a new game in Riot Forge’s repertoire. The single-player adventure game based in Freljord, developed by Tequila Works, focuses on Nunu’s journey with Willump to find his mother. Here’s everything we know about the game so far. Riot Forge is expanding into Freljord withSong of Nunu, a game dedicated to a Notai boy and his yeti....

August 10, 2025 · 4 min · 649 words · David Padilla

Sphero launches iPhone-controlled astromech droid from ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’

Sphero, makers of the namesake spherical robot toy, today released a brand new connected toy, an iPhone-controlled BB-8 droid from the upcoming ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ movie. Yes, it’s now possible to explore the galaxy with your own trusty astromech droid by your side. Featuring an adaptive personality that changes as you play, the little robot can show a range of expressions and even “perk up when you give voice commands”....

August 10, 2025 · 2 min · 417 words · Edward Hays