Photonic integrated circuits enable programmable non-Abelian 'braiding' of light states

A research team has successfully implemented a programmable spinor lattice on a photonic integrated circuit (PIC). This platform enables the realization of non-Abelian physics, in which the outcome of ...
Hackaday

Designing A Compact RGB 14-Segment Display

Sometimes you’re looking for a component for a project that you know should exist, but you just cannot find it. Something like a 14-segment LED display, but not just one with a fixed color, ...
PCMag

TP-Link Tapo L535E Review: A Bright, Color-Rich Smart Bulb That Plays Nice With Everything

The TP-Link Tapo L535E is an ultra-bright, Matter-ready smart bulb that delivers rich colors, tunable whites, and seamless integration with Alexa, HomeKit, Google, and SmartThings.

Engineers builds Arduino-led game console from a fidget clicker and I want to fidget with it so badly

Arduino test code is run to see if the sensors are working properly, with built-in LED flashing when the sensor is triggered, ...
CNX Software

Add a tiny desktop monitor to your PC with the ESP32 Desktop Monitor project

D0WD, a low-cost alternative to LilyGo T-Display, lets you mirror your desktop monitor over Wi-Fi with an ESP32 ...
Design News

Building an Outrageously Awesome DIY Retro Game Console

A cartridge-based console project that blends Arduino fundamentals, retro gaming nostalgia, and modern maker tools.
Scientific American

Does String Theory Explain the Wiring of the Brain?

Does string theory—the controversial “theory of everything” from physics—tell us anything about consciousness and the human brain? If you're enjoying this article, consider supporting our ...
Variety

‘Control’ Sequel Game ‘Resonant’ Set for 2026 Release From Remedy Entertainment

The long-awaited sequel to the critically acclaimed, multi-award-winning video game “Control“ will debut in 2026 according to developer Remedy Entertainment. Formerly known as Control 2 or Codename ...
Gizmodo

Whatever Happened to String Theory?

All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Gizmodo may earn an affiliate commission. Reading time 7 minutes ...
The Conversation

String theory: scientists are trying new ways to verify the idea that could unite all of physics

Marika Taylor currently receives funding from EPSRC, STFC, UK government deparments and the European Horizon programme. In 1980, Stephen Hawking gave his first lecture as Lucasian Professor at the ...
Phys.org

String theory: Scientists are trying new ways to verify the idea that could unite all of physics

In 1980, Stephen Hawking gave his first lecture as Lucasian Professor at the University of Cambridge. The lecture was called "Is the end in sight for theoretical physics?" Forty-five years later, ...
TechRepublic

Benefits of Version Control

We take a deep dive into the benefits of version control and version control systems. Learn more about versioning. Version control, also known as source control, is the practice of tracking and ...