DNA strands should repel each other — it took 20 years for scientists to finally discover the tiny molecular “zipper” that brings them togetherScientists have observed DNA molecules overcoming electrical repulsion to zip together. Positively charged metal ions act as bridges, facil...
12 Sep, 2026, 08.36 PM IST
Samsung may charge Apple $250 for each foldable iPhone display under reported three-year dealSamsung Display will reportedly supply Apple's foldable iPhone inner screen. This exclusive three-year agreement includes subsequent models...
12 Sep, 2026, 08.24 AM IST
The humble flyswatter is disappearing, and our gadgets may be making us less handyA simple encounter with Kolkata youngsters reveals how everyday tools such as the humble flyswatter are disappearing as technology replaces...
12 Sep, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max Vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: Complete comparison of price, display, camera, performance and AI featuresApple’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max go up against Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra in the premium flagship segment. Here’s how the three ph...
11 Sep, 2026, 03.12 PM IST
Cambridge researchers made cellulose acetate films that absorbed less than 5% of sunlight; coated surfaces stayed about 5°C below the surrounding air without powerInnovative researchers have created a revolutionary cellulose acetate film that excels in passive cooling. By absorbing minimal sunlight wh...
11 Sep, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
In 1988, Ed Begley Jr. bought a Studio City home for $225,000 and transformed it with solar panels, efficient appliances, and EV charging; 26 years later, it sold for $1.025 millionOver the years, actor Ed Begley Jr. has meticulously turned his home into a model of energy efficiency. This incremental renovation approac...
11 Sep, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
7 biggest iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max features for the first time on Apple devices: Variable-aperture camera to silicon batteryApple’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max introduce several major changes to the iPhone lineup, including a new variable-aperture camera,...
11 Sep, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
How Ather powered past Ola; Apple's first foldable iPhoneAther Energy has surpassed Ola Electric in sales and other metrics. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
10 Sep, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
Kerala man buys Rs 22,000 Samsung phone that stops working in 2 months; service centre seeks Rs 10,000 despite warranty, court orders Rs 37,499 payout rejecting liquid damage blameSamsung compensation news: A Kerala consumer commission ordered Samsung to refund a customer Rs 22,499 for a faulty mobile phone. The phone...
10 Sep, 2026, 01.26 PM IST
iPhone 17 price dropped after iPhone 18 pro launch? Check new prices of older iPhones including iPhone 17 series and iPhone 16iPhone 17 price hike: Apple has significantly increased iPhone prices across India following the iPhone 18 Pro series launch. The base iPho...
10 Sep, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
iPhone Duo vs Samsung: South Korean rival mocks Apple’s foldable entry with ‘So far, so same’ and other jabsSamsung Mobile US engaged in a social media exchange with Apple. The company posted several jabs at Apple's recent iPhone announcements. Sa...
10 Sep, 2026, 08.06 AM IST
Apple introduces AirPods 5 with ANC, Live Translation and Siri AI, starts at $129Apple's latest AirPods 5 earbuds feature improved audio and active noise cancellation. These new earbuds also offer live translation and ha...
10 Sep, 2026, 07.42 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Avicii: “I travel with a bunch of battery packs because… – Inspiring lessons on travel, preparation, planning, responsibility and why you should always have a backup plan by the Swedish DJ known for his powerful performances and deep insights on discipline and adaptabilityQuote of the Day by Avicii: Avicii’s quote, “I travel with a bunch of battery packs because I don’t always have time to charge my phone at ...
09 Sep, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
In 2024, University of Chicago researchers turned discarded bio-oil char into graphite; 8 hours of cooling made crystals 5 times thicker and over 15 times widerUS researchers have developed a method to convert plant waste into high-quality graphite. This breakthrough offers a potential domestic sou...
09 Sep, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
In 1991, EPFL scientists Brian O’Regan and Michael Grätzel developed solar cells inspired by plant photosynthesis. 34 years later, the technology had reached 12% efficiencyIn 1991, EPFL scientists Brian O’Regan and Michael Grätzel developed a solar cell inspired by plant photosynthesis. Their dye-sensitized so...
04 Sep, 2026, 07.25 PM IST
Govt wants automakers to plug gaps in highway EV chargingThe government wants automakers to take greater responsibility for expanding and maintaining India’s EV charging network, as nearly half of...
04 Sep, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
No smartphone, no internet, no problem: PhonePe launches UPI 123Pay to let 200 million+ feature phone users make digital payments; here’s how it worksPhonePe has unveiled UPI 123Pay, a new service for feature phone users that enables seamless transactions without an internet connection. T...
31 Aug, 2026, 03.47 PM IST