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Throughout history, the pursuit of technology to help us work harder, faster and more safely has led to some truly incredible inventions that have changed the world we live in — from the ancient tools first used by our ancestors to 21st-century breakthroughs such as bionic eyes and artificial intelligence. Our expert writers and editors address the groundbreaking developments in robotics, quantum computing and much more with the latest future technology news, articles and features.
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Scientists uncover the secret to building Star Wars-style laser weapons — but don't worry, we won't have a Death Star anytime soon
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet published
Today's infrared lasers are only powerful enough to disable aerial targets, but scientists now have the keys to building high-powered laser weaponry that can 'melt' distant targets.
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This AI model can tell if you're at high risk of lung cancer by analyzing a single X-ray scan
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet published
An AI model found that 28% of non-smokers are at high risk of developing lung cancer, with 2.9% of high-risk individuals developing the disease within six years.
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Chinese scientists build robo-chemist that can extract oxygen from water on Mars
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet published
The robot was tested in a simulated Martian environment, and can one day be used to aid humanity's survival on the Red Planet.
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Smart glasses could boost privacy by swapping cameras for this 100-year-old technology
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet published
Researchers have built a tool called PoseSonic that can accurately track a glasses wearer's upper body movements.
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Robot hand exceptionally 'human-like' thanks to new 3D printing technique
By Ben Turner published
The hand was printed using a technique called slow-curing, which gives plastics more time to set and makes them more durable.
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The 13 best electric toothbrushes 2023 for a deeper clean
By Joanne Lewsley last updated
Buying Guide Take your dental hygiene to the next level with the best electric toothbrushes on the market.
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AI can predict when massive rogue waves will strike next
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet published
Scientists train an AI on 700 years' worth of ocean data to build an equation that can predict when these "maritime monsters" will strike.
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This $30 Cyber Monday electric toothbrush deal is a perfect stocking stuffer
By Lloyd Coombes published
Deal A great Christmas gift, the Philips Sonicare is less than $30 thanks to this early Cyber Monday offer.
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