Technology

[ad_1] “We are more than a few minutes from the future of virtual reality.” PlayStation boss Jim Ryan has said he believes in the potential of virtual reality for video games, but also that the technology is still years away from being truly “meaningful.” Talking to the Washington Post [paywall], …

[ad_1] Angela Merkel said the Germans had the opportunity to prove to Covid-19 that they “chose the wrong host” while defending her government’s second “soft” blockade, amid shouts and boos in parliament. Quoting a interview With German science writer Mai Thi Nguyen-Kim, who said it reflected her own attitude towards …

[ad_1] A Scientists in the UK are developing a non-invasive Covid-19 breath test that could deliver results “in one minute”. The technology, which was originally developed as part of a project known as TOXI-Triage, would use “respiration signatures” to “quickly distinguish Covid-19 from other respiratory conditions.” The researchers said their …

[ad_1] Apple is stepping up its efforts to develop its own search technology as US antitrust authorities threaten multi-million dollar payments that Google makes to secure the prime location of its engine on the iPhone. In a little-noticed change in the latest version of the iPhone operating system, iOS 14, …

[ad_1] Main story: Coney Barrett spins the Supreme Court to the right Hi, I’m Warren Murray, a new day has dawned with new stories to contemplate. Most senators have voted to confirm Amy Coney Barrett, Donald Trump’s supreme court nominee. US lawmakers voted almost entirely along party lines with only …

[ad_1] New mothers are caring for their babies during remote video and phone hearings from the hospital, according to a report on justice during the coronavirus pandemic. Parents are also joining online proceedings from home, often without the proper technology or support, when making life-changing decisions for their children, reveals …

[ad_1] Hopes that the population will become immune to COVID-19 have been dashed by new research showing that antibodies decline rapidly after recovering from the disease. So-called group immunity has been proposed by some scientists as a better alternative to blockages to address the coronavirus pandemic. Around 50-60% of the …

[ad_1] The spectacular, freshly repaved Portimao race track, coupled with a bit of rain, gave some notable first laps as the drivers struggled to find grip and confidence. Pole-sitter Lewis Hamilton dropped to a cautious third place, while after a great opening lap, first Carlos Sainz in the McLaren and …

[ad_1] Boots plans to roll out a new coronavirus testing service that it says can deliver results in just 12 minutes. The drugstore chain said LumiraDX swab tests will cost £ 120 and will be available in select stores in the coming weeks. The chain has also launched a 48-hour …

[ad_1] Liverpool followed up their away win at Ajax midweek with three points at home to Sheffield United last night. The 2-1 victory over the Blades takes the Reds to second place in the Premier League at this stage. It was a hard-fought win, with goals from Roberto Firmino and …