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Google is Introducing a New Security Measure that Outdoes its Two-Factor Authentication System

The new system uses USB keys that are physically tied to your device. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/google-is-introducing-a-new-security-measure-that-outdoes-its-two-factor-authentication-system/

Pilot Brothers End Their Careers by Landing their Final Flights Within 30 Seconds of Each Other

Talk about an expertly synchronised, thoroughly kickass way to cap off two careers. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/pilot-brothers-end-their-careers-by-landing-their-final-flights-within-30-seconds-of-each-other/

Should Scientists be Posting Their Work Online Before Peer Review?

In a time when a scandal can unfold and resolve in a single day’s news cycle, pre-prints can lead to science feuds that go viral. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/should-scientists-be-posting-their-work-online-before-peer-review/

European Scientists Agree: Homeopathy is Pure Quackery

Some so-called medical practitioners are still employing this discredited 18th-century practice. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/european-scientists-agree-homeopathy-is-pure-quackery/

The Insanity That is the Cars Universe Can Now Add Motorcycles and Cinderella to the Mix

Wondered why motorbikes have never appeared in the Disney franchise? It's all to do with the eyes. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-insanity-that-is-the-cars-universe-can-now-add-motorcycles-and-cinderella-to-the-mix/

78/52 is the Nerdiest Movie About Movies We've Ever Seen, and we Love it

A tribute to the brilliance of Hitchcock, and a film about the power of the medium. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/7852-is-the-nerdiest-movie-about-movies-weve-ever-seen-and-we-love-it/

Gerry Anderson's Dark Scifi Thriller Captain Scarlet is Getting a Glorious HD Restoration

The Thunderbirds follow-up is headed to Blu-ray for the first time. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/gerry-andersons-dark-scifi-thriller-captain-scarlet-is-getting-a-glorious-hd-restoration/

Scientists Just Made the First Super-Secure Quantum Video Call

A “quantum satellite” sounds at home in the James Bond franchise, but there really is a satellite named Micius with some truly quantum assignments. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/scientists-just-made-the-first-super-secure-quantum-video-call/

Net Neutrality Activists Targeted in Phishing Campaign

There were around 70 attempts made to break into the accounts of activists at Free Press and Fight for the Future. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/net-neutrality-activists-targeted-in-phishing-campaign/

Apple's Firmware Updates Were Borked, Security Firm Says

Researchers at Duo Security say that Apple’s security update system hasn’t been working exactly as intended. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/apples-firmware-updates-were-borked-security-firm-says/

New ‘Chemical Surgery’ Technique Repairs Mutations in Human Embryos

The era of human genetic modifications is drawing closer with each passing breakthrough. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/new-chemical-surgery-technique-repairs-mutations-in-human-embryos/

I'll Take This Miniature Commodore 64 Over a Tiny SNES Any Day

Just looking at the box design is enough to rekindle fond, frustrated memories of my childhood. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/ill-take-this-miniature-commodore-64-over-a-tiny-snes-any-day/

Hubble Catches a Glimpse of the Most Distant Active Comet Ever Seen

It's 1.5 billion miles from the sun, and has been described by scientists as "the most primitive comet we've seen." from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/hubble-catches-a-glimpse-of-the-most-distant-active-comet-ever-seen/

Climate Change Likely Killed Off Tasmanian Tigers

Although humans dealt the final blow, because it's what we do. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/climate-change-likely-killed-off-tasmanian-tigers/

I'm Completely Mesmerised By This Tunnel-Scrubbing Beast of a Machine

If its owners ever need extra funds, they can always hire it out as a mobile car wash. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/im-completely-mesmerised-by-this-tunnel-scrubbing-beast-of-a-machine/

We’ve Grossly Underestimated How Much Cow Farts Are Contributing to Global Warming

With approximately 1.5 billion cows on the planet, that's a lot of bovine bum gas. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/weve-grossly-underestimated-how-much-cow-farts-are-contributing-to-global-warming/

Almost Half of the Abortions Performed Every Year Are Unsafe

These findings emphasise how important it is for governments to ensure access to safe abortion services. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/almost-half-of-the-abortions-performed-every-year-are-unsafe/

The Future of Pharmaceuticals is Custom-Printing Drugs

This new methodology turns medicine into a vapour before coating it onto virtually any surface. It's clever stuff. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-future-of-pharmaceuticals-is-custom-printing-drugs/

A Furless, Skinless CG Rocket Raccoon Will Fuel Your Nightmares Tonight

Have you ever wanted to see GotG's Rocket without any skin? Of course you have. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-furless-skinless-cg-rocket-raccoon-will-fuel-your-nightmares-tonight/

Cryptocurrency Speculators Watch Nervously as South Korea Bans ICOs

Cryptocurrencies just can't catch a break lately. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/cryptocurrency-speculators-watch-nervously-as-south-korea-bans-icos/

Blade Runner 2049 Is Gorgeous, Long, Brilliant, Pretentious

A giant spectacle of a film, designed to be watched on the biggest screen possible. It might just be a tad too much for the less dedicated Blade Runner fans to sit through. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/blade-runner-2049-is-gorgeous-long-brilliant-pretentious/

Video Game Characters Are Getting Too Freakishly Real for Me

Now you can admire your opponent's perfectly rendered teeth before going for the headshot. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/video-game-characters-are-getting-too-freakishly-real-for-me/

'There Are No Words': Tourists Spot Hundreds of Polar Bears Swarming Whale Carcass in Siberia

Just look at all those cuddly bears gorging themselves on a whale carcass. Adorable. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/there-are-no-words-tourists-spot-hundreds-of-polar-bears-swarming-whale-carcass-in-siberia/

A Mirrored Train Ride Through Tokyo Leaves You Wondering Which Way Is Up

Join us for a mesmerising voyage through mirror-image Tokyo. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-mirrored-train-ride-through-tokyo-leaves-you-wondering-which-way-is-up/

The Face Scan of the Future Could Be a Radar Image of Your Beating Heart

Sure. Using your beating heart to unlock your phone instead of pressing it with your thumb seems perfectly reasonable. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-face-scan-of-the-future-could-be-a-radar-image-of-your-beating-heart/

A New Survey Says Brits Now Prefer Coffee Over Tea

Anarchy in the UK. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-new-survey-says-brits-now-prefer-coffee-over-tea/

Disney Releases Vintage EPCOT Video From Before the Park Opened in 1982

A glimpse at the history of what would one day become one of Disney's most iconic parks. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/disney-releases-vintage-epcot-video-from-before-the-park-opened-in-1982/

'Jargon-Busting' Social Media Guides for Teens Have Just Been Released

Making sure kids and teenagers understand what they're agreeing to, since nobody reads the long complicated T&Cs anyway. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/jargon-busting-social-media-guides-for-teens-have-just-been-released/

NASA Delays the James Webb Space Telescope

We'll have to wait a little bit longer to take a peek through Hubble's successor. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/nasa-delays-hubble-successor-launch/

Just Like its Predecessor, the Mini SNES Classic Can be Hacked

You can add new games if you're willing to do some tinkering. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/just-like-its-predecessor-the-mini-snes-classic-can-be-hacked/

Brompton Recalls All Bikes Made in the Last Three Years

That's 144,000 of the things. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/brompton-recalls-all-bikes-made-in-the-last-three-years/

Morrisons is Doing Vegetable Selection Boxes Now, and They Only Cost £3

The one full of wonky veg is anyway. The perfect veg boxes cost a bit more. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/morrisons-is-doing-vegetable-selection-boxes-now-and-only-they-cost-3/

"Try Walking" Say Transport Bosses Ahead of Latest Tube Strike

Oh yeah, good idea, thanks, we'd been wondering what these two fat arm-things below our waists were for. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/try-walking-say-transport-bosses-ahead-of-latest-tube-strike/

Swarms of Satellites That Surf the Solar Wind Could Be the Future of Asteroid Mining

One step closer to utilising the lucrative natural resources that could be found in asteroids. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/swarms-of-satellites-that-surf-the-solar-wind-could-be-the-future-of-asteroid-mining/

Uber and TfL Schedule Awkward Chat for Next Week

"No I would not care for a F***ING BISCUIT" *upends table* from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/uber-and-tfl-schedule-awkward-chat-for-next-week/

It Looks Like Google's Making its Own Echo Show Competitor

Great. Here we go again. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/it-looks-like-googles-making-its-own-echo-show-competitor/

Late Night Metal Detectorists are Plundering Roman Sites

It's all bloody Time Team's fault. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/late-night-metal-detectorists-are-plundering-roman-sites/

Great, Now Theresa May Has an Opinion About Uber's London Ban

When she's not trying to negotiate Brexit or spy on our internet history, Theresa May is being trying to craft herself a populist image. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/great-now-theresa-may-has-an-opinion-about-ubers-london-ban/

GoPro Is Upgrading the Brains of Its Best Camera for Easier Shooting

The Hero6 has a lot in common with the Hero5, and that's okay. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/gopro-is-upgrading-the-brains-of-its-best-camera-for-easier-shooting/

Ikea Just Bought… TaskRabbit?

Good news for people who hate building furniture. (Everyone.) from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/ikea-just-bought-taskrabbit/

Elon Musk's Next Rocket Might Fly You to Earth

You too could fly anywhere in the world in under an hour. Provided you have a lot of cash. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/elon-musks-next-rocket-might-fly-you-to-earth/

EU Issues Strongest Warning Yet Demanding Tech Companies Crack Down on Illegal Content

But will threats of legislation be enough to scare tech companies into tackling the problem? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/eu-issues-strongest-warning-yet-demanding-tech-companies-crack-down-on-illegal-content/

These Are the 25 Games the Game Boy Classic Edition Should Include

The hard part is narrowing it down to 25 choices. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/these-are-the-25-games-the-game-boy-classic-edition-should-include/

Scientists Unexpectedly Find Rosetta’s Final Image of Comet 67P/CG

This image comes to us nearly two years after the Rosetta mission ended. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/scientists-unexpectedly-find-rosettas-final-image-of-comet-67pcg/

There's Now Science-Backed Advice on How to Avoid Bringing Home Bed Bugs

The short version: keep your clothes clean. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/theres-now-science-backed-advice-on-how-to-avoid-bringing-home-bed-bugs/

Is Magic Leap Having a Nervous Breakdown or Making an Announcement?

What's with all the whale references? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/is-magic-leap-having-a-nervous-breakdown-or-making-an-announcement/

What to Expect From Google's Big Pixel 2 Event on 4th October

Androids, Pixels, Chromebooks, smart home gadgets, and more. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/what-to-expect-from-googles-big-pixel-2-event-on-4th-october/

Health App Developer Who Faked Her Own Cancer Fined Nearly £240,000 Over Hoax

Who knew making money off pretending to have a terminal illness would have negative consequences? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/health-app-developer-who-faked-her-own-cancer-fined-nearly-240000-over-hoax/

Scientists Gene-Edited Gluten to Make Wheat for People With Coeliac Disease

Does this mean coeliac sufferers might one day have access to decent-tasting bread? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/scientists-gene-edited-gluten-to-make-wheat-for-people-with-coeliac-disease/

Nvidia Adds Google Assistant to Shield TV, Making It a Smart Box to Take on Apple and Amazon

A bit like a more entertaining version of Google Home. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/nvidia-adds-google-assistant-to-shield-tv-making-it-a-smart-box-to-take-on-apple-and-amazon/

Earth's Explosive History Explains Its Strange Chemical Make-Up

As with most events on our planet, it all comes down to violent collision. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/earths-explosive-history-explains-its-strange-chemical-make-up/

The Agency That Launches America's Nuclear Missiles Messed Up a Tweet

They still haven't deleted it. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-agency-that-launches-americas-nuclear-missiles-just-messed-up-a-tweet/

Compare the Market Accused of Insurer Pricing Stitch-Up

Said to be asking insurers not to sell elsewhere at a lower price. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/compare-the-market-accused-of-insurer-pricing-stitch-up/

Thousands Evacuated After Massive Explosion Rocks Ukrainian Ammunition Depot

The Ukrainian Security Service are treating the fire as an act of sabotage. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/thousands-evacuated-after-massive-explosion-rocks-ukrainian-ammunition-depot/

These Canadian Rocks May Contain the Oldest Known Traces of Life

The first instances of life may have been around even earlier than we thought. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/these-canadian-rocks-may-contain-the-oldest-known-traces-of-life/

One Week With the iPhone 8

The iPhone 8 is one amazing piece of kit, but is there enough improvements from its predecessors to justify the price? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/one-week-with-the-iphone-8/

A Lot of People are Pirating Star Trek: Discovery

But there are still more people stealing copies of Game of Thrones and Rick & Morty from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-lot-of-people-are-pirating-star-trek-discovery/

School Bans Sausage Rolls From Lunch Boxes

White bread's not much better, you interfering nannies. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/school-bans-sausage-rolls-from-lunch-boxes/

Forget the Viral Potential and Don't Photograph Terror Aftermaths, Say Police

You're not helping and it could still go off. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/forget-the-viral-potential-and-dont-photograph-terror-aftermaths-say-police/

PornHub is Launching a New Site Mode for Visually Impaired Users

For users who are blind, have low vision, or are colour blind. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/pornhub-is-launching-a-new-site-mode-for-visually-impaired-users/

A Cork's THWOP Sound Tricks the Brain into Thinking Wine is Nicer

Or is it more of a FMUMP? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-corks-thwop-sound-tricks-the-brain-into-thinking-wine-is-nicer/

J.J. Abrams Is Producing a Live-Action Remake of Anime Sensation Your Name

Live action adaptions of anime have a poor track record. Let's hope this one does the source material justice. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/j-j-abrams-is-producing-a-live-action-remake-of-anime-sensation-your-name/

Amazon's Echo Show is now Available to Pre-Order in the UK

Yours in November for just £200. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/amazons-echo-show-is-now-available-to-pre-order-in-the-uk/

Saudi Education Officials Fired for Publishing Textbook With Photo of King Faisal Next to Yoda

Employed, you no longer are. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/saudi-education-officials-fired-for-publishing-textbook-with-photo-of-king-faisal-next-to-yoda/

How Ancient Star Maps Gave Rise to Modern Astronomy

We've come a long way from arguing about whether or not the sun was at the centre of our galaxy. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/how-ancient-star-maps-gave-rise-to-modern-astronomy/

Hackers Found a New Way to Rip Off Cash Machines

Hackers are now gaining access to money in cash machines using a combination of sophisticated network hacking and phishing emails. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/hackers-found-a-new-way-to-rip-off-atms/

Take a Deep Sea Dive Into the Trailer for the Blue Planet Sequel

The best nature documentary in the history of television is back. Now with more Radiohead. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/take-a-deep-sea-dive-into-the-trailer-for-the-blue-planet-sequel/

The Isaac Newton 50p has Started Going into Circulation

The downside is that you're not likely to get one of these as change with your morning coffee. Not yet anyway. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-isaac-newton-50p-has-started-going-into-circulation/

The UK Has Eliminated Measles for the First Time, Says WHO

It's not been wiped out yet, but it has stooped freely circulating for the past three years. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-uk-has-eliminated-measles-for-the-first-time-says-who/

What's Slack Doing With Your Data?

Just what is the world's biggest virtual office doing with all the information poured into it every day? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/whats-slack-doing-with-your-data/

Russia and America Want to Build a Joint Space Station Near the Moon

Russia and the USA are teaming up to make a deep space gateway. Cool! from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/russia-and-america-want-to-build-a-joint-space-station-near-the-moon/

There's a 3G Version of the New Nokia 3310 Now

But 3G is just about the only new thing it has. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/theres-a-3g-version-of-the-new-nokia-3310-now/

This Ancient Australian Beast Is the Only Marsupial Known to Have Made Seasonal Migrations

Herds of enormous Diprotodon regularly made 200-kilometre trips across Ice Age Australia. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-ancient-australian-beast-is-the-only-marsupial-known-to-have-made-seasonal-migrations/

Could Tube Wifi Data Be Used To Identify And Track Individuals?

Soon the London Underground could be tracking your phone as you travel on the network. The technology could be amazingly useful to transport planners - but could the data collected also be used to identify and track individuals? Gizmodo UK has been investigating. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/could-tube-wifi-data-be-used-to-identify-and-track-individuals/

HSBC's New App Lets You See All Your Bank Accounts in One Place

All your bank accounts. Not just the ones you might have with HSBC. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/hsbcs-new-app-lets-you-see-all-your-bank-accounts-in-one-place/

Amazon Just Announced a Load of New Echo Gadgets

Amazon has returned its attention to the device that started the whole smart speaker revolution. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/amazon-just-announced-a-load-of-new-echo-gadgets/

Hacking Together a Landspeeder and a Crazy Cart Creates the Best Star Wars Toy Ever

While it doesn't actually levitate, it still looks like a lot of fun. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/hacking-together-a-landspeeder-and-a-crazy-cart-creates-the-best-star-wars-toy-ever/

A New Gravitational Wave Detector Makes Its First Discovery

The discovery came courtesy of an international collaboration between researchers in the US and Italy. Teamwork! from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-new-gravitational-wave-detector-makes-its-first-discovery/

Amazon's New Fire TV Is a High-Powered 4K Dongle

It offers a lot of the same features as the new Apple TV 4K, but at a fraction of the price.. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/amazons-new-fire-tv-is-a-high-powered-4k-dongle/

It's Official: The Next Terminator Movie Will Be Out in Summer 2019

The title hasn't been revealed yet, but I'm guessing it's something like Terminator: Oh My God Just Let the Franchise Die Already. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/its-official-the-next-terminator-movie-will-be-out-in-summer-2019/

Facebook Deleted 'Tens of Thousands' of Fake Accounts During German Election

And all it took was a far-right nationalist party coming to power for the first time in decades. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/facebook-deleted-tens-of-thousands-of-fake-accounts-during-german-election/

A Famous Supernova's Mysteries Are Still Unraveling Hundreds of Years Later

This is one of the few supernovae humans have been able to see with their naked eyes throughout history, and scientists might finally know what caused it. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-famous-supernovas-mysteries-are-still-unraveling-hundreds-of-years-later/

Signal Is Using a Surprising Tool to Make Your Privacy More Bulletproof

The messaging app's latest tweak uses a controversial new feature in Intel processors to prove that it's not storing your contact info. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/signal-is-using-a-surprising-tool-to-make-your-privacy-more-bulletproof/

Man Learns Suspected Lung Tumour Is Playmobil Traffic Cone He Inhaled 40 Years Earlier

The really baffling part is, how did he not notice it until now? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/man-learns-suspected-lung-tumour-is-playmobil-traffic-cone-he-inhaled-40-years-earlier/

Cool Theory Finally Explains Pluto’s Skyscraper-Sized Ice Shards

After nearly two years of research, a team of scientists think they’ve figured out the nature of these odd features. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/cool-theory-finally-explains-plutos-skyscraper-sized-ice-shards/

A Freakishly Large New Species of Rat Has Been Discovered in the Solomon Islands

The vika is four times the size of even the heftiest of the familiar, city-slicker variety. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-freakishly-large-new-species-of-rat-has-been-discovered-in-the-solomon-islands/

The Final Inhumans Trailer is Basically the Whole Pilot in Two Minutes

Everything’s there, right down to Medusa losing her unconvincing head of hair. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-final-inhumans-trailer-is-basically-the-whole-pilot-in-two-minutes/

I Wish Australia's New Space Agency Was Called ARSE

Other than the acronym, there's literally nothing to suggest this site isn't legit. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/i-wish-australias-new-space-agency-was-called-arse/

Google and Amazon Got in a Fight and Now Users Are Stuck in the Middle

These two companies control too much of the web to cut each other out. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/google-and-amazon-got-in-a-fight-and-now-users-are-stuck-in-the-middle/

Unsolicited Sainsbury's Chocolate Delivery Sickens Dogs

Free postal gift intercepted by pets who gorged themselves sick. Poo and vet bills result. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/unsolicited-sainsburys-chocolate-delivery-sickens-dogs/

VPN Deals of the Week

Head back to university prepared with a VPN. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/vpn-deals-of-the-week-5/

Scientists Reckon Your Personality May Be To Blame For Your Crappy Diet

Food cravings were found to be one of the most common reasons diets get derailed. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/scientists-reckon-your-personality-may-be-to-blame-for-your-crappy-diet/

SNES Classic Review: Nice Dose of Retro Gaming, if You Can Get One

The miniature box of nostalgic retro goodness lands on Friday, but is it worth it? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/snes-classic-review-nice-dose-of-retro-gaming-if-you-can-get-one/

Here, Have 4 Minutes of John Boyega Talking About Star Wars: Battlefront II

Because you deserve something nice in your day. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/here-have-4-minutes-of-john-boyega-talking-about-star-wars-battlefront-ii/

Police Force's New DIY Logo Gets a Kicking

At least there are no clip art police cars on it. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/police-forces-new-diy-logo-gets-a-kicking/

Latest Dennis the Mennis Makeover Turns Him into a Generic Pixar Teen

You don't want to see what they've done to Gnasher. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/latest-dennis-the-mennis-makeover-turns-him-into-a-generic-pixar-teen/

The RAC Says UK Vehicle Thefts Have Risen by 30% in Three Years

Car thieves are getting more tech savvy, and that's apparently helping them get past security systems. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-rac-says-uk-vehicle-thefts-have-risen-by-30-in-three-years/

Everything You Wanted to Know About Wireless Charging

Here’s what you need to know about wireless charging, and the kit you need to make it work. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-wireless-charging/

Poundland Has Launched a Brand New Range of £1 Sex Toys

Also 'all natural' herbal Viagra. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/poundland-has-launched-a-brand-new-range-of-1-sex-toys/

Rick & Morty's Dan Harmon Explains Why Season 3 is Being Cut Short

The co-creator explains why it's only getting 10 episodes, not the previously announced 14. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/rick-mortys-dan-harmon-explains-why-season-3-is-being-cut-short/

You Can Now Watch the Blade Runner 2049 Prequel Anime From the Director of Cowboy Bebop

Shinichirō Watanabe's latest work is an intriguing sidestep: a 15-minute short film set in the world of Blade Runner. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/you-can-now-watch-the-blade-runner-2049-prequel-anime-from-the-director-of-cowboy-bebop/

Apple's Promising a Fix for the iPhone 8's In-Call Static

Fix will be ina future iOS update, and probably won't be new advice on how to hold it correctly. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/apples-promising-a-fix-for-the-iphone-8s-in-call-static/

Dyson, the Vacuum Cleaner Company, Wants to Make an Electric Car

Founder James Dyson announced that his company is making a major play in the electric car business. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/dyson-the-vacuum-cleaner-company-wants-to-make-an-electric-car/

EasyJet is Putting its Faith in Electric Planes

It wants one to fly short haul flights within the next 10-20 years. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/easyjet-is-putting-its-faith-in-electric-planes/

Twitter Now Lets Us Say More Words

It's trialling more characters to allow “every person around the world to easily express themselves.” from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/twitter-now-lets-us-say-more-words/

Man Who Got the Same Neuter Tattoo as His Dog Doesn't Care About the Haters

Chris Mendiola loves his dog Bear so much, he decided to get the same tattoo the dog bore when Chris adopted him six years ago. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/man-who-got-the-same-neuter-tattoo-as-his-dog-doesnt-care-about-the-haters/

Why Hasn't Disney Released The Original Unaltered Star Wars Films?

The director of Ant-Man took to Twitter to ask for one, but the question is why hasn't Disney released the originals on Blu-ray yet? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/why-hasnt-disney-released-the-original-unaltered-star-wars-films/

IKEA's New Augmented Reality App Means You're Never Not At IKEA

Does it also capture the experience of getting lost for hours in their weird aisle layouts? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/ikeas-new-augmented-reality-app-means-youre-never-not-at-ikea/

Hip-Hop Star Sets Up Crowdfunding Campaign to Prove the Earth Isn't Flat

Even though all he needs is a couple hundred quid. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/hip-hop-star-sets-up-crowdfunding-campaign-to-prove-the-earth-isnt-flat/

Burger King is Trying to Ban It In Russia For the Most Insane Reason

It's got nothing to do with the child murder thing. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/burger-king-is-trying-to-ban-it-in-russia-for-the-most-insane-reason/

The Cleanup at Japan’s Fukushima Nuclear Plant Has Been Delayed Yet Again

Another setback for a plan that’s expected to take anywhere from 30 to 40 years. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-cleanup-at-japans-fukushima-nuclear-plant-has-been-delayed-yet-again/

Man In a Vegetative State for 15 Years Stirs After Brain Stimulation—But He's Not Awake Yet

Although scientists stress this case study is a one-off, it's still very promising. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/man-in-a-vegetative-state-for-15-years-stirs-after-brain-stimulation-but-hes-not-awake-yet/

Netflix's Plan to Improve In-Flight Streaming Might Get You Free Wi-Fi

You won't get full 1080p quality, but it'll still be better than those tiny seatback screens. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/netflixs-plan-to-improve-in-flight-streaming-might-get-you-free-wi-fi/

New Ataribox Details Don’t Make It Sound Any More Promising

The Ataribox falls somewhere in the middle of every console, new and retro, which leaves it in a weird no man’s land. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/new-ataribox-details-dont-make-it-sound-any-more-promising/

Air France's Ridiculous 'Airline for Millennials' Promises VR and a 'Rooftop Bar'

If an airline really wants to appeal to millennials, it should offer frequent flyer miles for racking up student loan debt. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/air-frances-ridiculous-airline-for-millennials-promises-vr-and-a-rooftop-bar/

Apple TV 4K is a Damn Good Set-Top Box

The Apple TV 4K is so polished it almost feels like it was worth the wait. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/apple-tv-4k-is-a-damn-good-set-top-box/

These are Keys, For a Keyboard

And they're incredible. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/these-are-keys-for-a-keyboard/

Trump is Never Getting Banned From Twitter

Instead of banning Trump, Twitter says it will be updating its public-facing rules. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/trump-is-never-getting-banned-from-twitter/

Paul Rudd's Ant-Man and the Wasp Stunt Double is a Badass Amputee

Time to rethink your ideas about what kinds of people become stunt doubles. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/paul-rudds-ant-man-and-the-wasp-stunt-double-is-a-badass-amputee/

Ikea Allen Keys Have Another Use at Last

They can be turned in art. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/ikea-allen-keys-have-another-use-at-last/

The It Sequel Finally Has an Official Release Date

You won’t have to wait 27 years to see what happens to the Losers Club. You will, however, have to wait a couple of years. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-it-sequel-finally-has-an-official-release-date/

Uber Rival Lyft Has Been Cosying up With London Transport Officials

Keen on a launch all of a sudden? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/uber-rival-lyft-has-been-cosying-up-with-london-transport-officials/

You Can Now Apply for Tickets to See The Grand Tour's Second Series

You've got a week to try and get some for yourself. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/you-can-now-apply-for-tickets-to-see-the-grand-tours-second-series/

Tim Peake's Soyuz Capsule is Going on Tour

Soyuz TMA-19M will be touring the country, starting tomorrow in Bradford. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/tim-peakes-soyuz-capsule-is-going-on-tour/

Jaffa Cakes Join Deflationary Shame List With Two Cake Box Reduction

Now there's only 10 in a pack instead of 12, so a box won't make such a filling dinner any more. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/jaffa-cakes-join-deflationary-shame-list-with-two-cake-box-reduction/

The 4 Cybersecurity Mistakes You're Most Likely To Make

Stop. Doing. These. Things. They. Are. Not. Safe. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-4-cybersecurity-mistakes-youre-most-likely-to-make/

Don't Expect A Second Season of Star Trek: Discovery Until 2019

It's not confirmed yet, but a hypothetical second season is a little way off. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/dont-expect-a-second-season-of-star-trek-discovery-until-2019/

The Honest Trailer For 'Wonder Woman' Is Also The Film's Most Accurate Review

Wonder Woman had a lot riding on it - and not just for die-hard Diana fans like myself. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-honest-trailer-for-wonder-woman-is-also-the-films-most-accurate-review/

Apple's Revealed Which Third Party Chargers Will Support Fast Charging

No brands mentioned by name, but a new support document details what specs a third party charger will need to offer a speedy supply of power. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/apples-revealed-which-third-party-chargers-will-support-fast-charging/

British Trains Are The Envy Of Europe… When It Comes To Data, Anyway

How Trainline is using big data to make trains less painful - and why we're the best in the world at sharing our railway data. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/british-trains-are-the-envy-of-europe-when-it-comes-to-data-anyway/

BA Pilots Tugged Off Electrically

By a big yellow machine outside the departures gate as people look on. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/ba-pilots-tugged-off-electrically/

Police Had to Destroy a 'Suspicious Package' Outside North Korea's London Embassy

Houses were evacuated and roads were closed when someone left a backpack outside one of London's strangest-looking embassies. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/police-had-to-destroy-a-suspicious-package-outside-north-koreas-london-embassy/

Netflix is Showing Star Trek: Discovery with Klingon Subtitles

ghu'vam mojpu' mugh vay'. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/netflix-is-showing-star-trek-discovery-with-klingon-subtitles/

Learning a New Language in Virtual Reality

MondlyVR aims to provide a more immersive experience than traditional language learning. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/learning-a-new-language-in-virtual-reality/

2017 Football/Poppy Scandal Averted

Teams allowed to remember the fallen, as long as it was a genuine fall and not an attempt to win a free kick. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/2017-footballpoppy-scandal-averted/

Uber Could Continue to Operate for Another Year While it Appeals the London Ban

It could continue to operate while it appeals the recent ban, and that could take over a year to complete. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/uber-could-continue-to-operate-for-another-year-while-it-appeals-the-london-ban/

High Sierra Reportedly Has a Password Problem

A security researcher at Synack has already discovered a way to snatch passwords from Apple's latest OS. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/high-sierra-reportedly-has-a-password-problem/

Star Trek: Discovery Goes Out Boldly, But We Still Don't Know Where to Yet

I have mixed feelings about Discovery, but for now, it’s probably best to wait and see where it boldly goes next, once the show starts for real. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/star-trek-discovery-goes-out-boldly-but-we-still-dont-know-where-to-yet/

Sitting All Day Is Definitely Bad, But Does Getting Up Once in a While Help?

Sitting for the majority of the day is an unavoidable reality for a lot of us, but does introducing short activity breaks really help our health? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/sitting-all-day-is-definitely-bad-but-does-getting-up-once-in-a-while-help/

Neil deGrasse Tyson Signs Off on Game of Thrones' Super Scientific Dragons

Truly the most pertinent scientific question of our time. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/neil-degrasse-tyson-signs-off-on-game-of-thrones-super-scientific-dragons/

Yet Another Giant Iceberg Has Broken Free From Antarctica

This is a troubling sign with regards to rising sea levels. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/yet-another-giant-iceberg-has-broken-free-from-antarctica/

Batman Uses His Clown Fighting Experience on Pennywise in Masterful Fan Trailer

If only Batman vs. Superman had been a bit more like this. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/batman-uses-his-clown-fighting-experience-on-pennywise-in-masterful-fan-trailer/

Watch the US Military Launch a Super Secret Spy Satellite Into Space

The NROL-42 satellite is likely part of the most advanced spying apparatus the world has ever known. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/watch-the-us-military-launch-a-super-secret-spy-satellite-into-space/

North Korea Says That Trump's UN Speech Was a Declaration of War

Whatever happens, this is bad news for...well, pretty much everybody. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/north-korea-says-that-trumps-un-speech-was-a-declaration-of-war/

Pandas Are Probably Still Screwed, Sorry

Panda populations are growing, but their habitats are in increasingly worse shape. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/pandas-are-probably-still-screwed-sorry/

One of the World's Biggest Accounting Firms Hacked After Basic Security Goof

Reportedly, all the hackers needed was a single admin password for the firm’s email accounts. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/one-of-the-worlds-biggest-accounting-firms-hacked-after-basic-security-goof/

Australia Is Finally Getting Its Very Own Space Agency

It won’t be on the scale of NASA, but it will get Australia closer to the final frontier. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/australia-is-finally-getting-its-very-own-space-agency/

How to Spend Your Time Until Game of Thrones Season 8 Arrives

Game of Thrones may be off our screens for the foreseeable future, but never fear; all is not lost. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/how-to-spend-your-time-until-game-of-thrones-season-8-arrives/

It's Director Had To Keep Pennywise Away From The Child Actors Between Takes

Muschetti wanted to ensure that the children’s on-screen fear was as close to the real thing as possible. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/its-director-had-to-keep-pennywise-away-from-the-child-actors-between-takes/

A Landmark Kodi Box Trial Has Been Cancelled After the Defendant Changed his Plea

The trial could have set a precedent for future prosecutions, but the change in plea means it won't be happening. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-landmark-kodi-box-trial-has-been-cancelled-after-the-defendant-changed-his-plea/

Indonesian Island Prepares for Devastating Volcanic Eruption

Evacuations have hit nearly 50,000. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/indonesian-island-prepares-for-devastating-volcanic-eruption/

This Steampunk Jetpack Looks Convincing Enough To Work

An "average guy" managed to take a bunch of disparate parts and combine them into this sweet-looking steampunk jetpack. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-steampunk-jetpack-looks-convincing-enough-to-work-2/

BBC iPlayer Now Lets You Access Over 450 Archived TV Programmes

Content from as early as 1946 is now free to access on BBC iPlayer. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/bbc-iplayer-now-lets-you-access-over-450-archived-tv-programmes/

How the Star Trek: Discovery Comic Will Reveal New Things About the Klingons Without Screwing Up Canon

These new Klingons have been shrouded in mystery. Until now, that is. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/how-the-star-trek-discovery-comic-will-reveal-new-things-about-the-klingons-without-screwing-up-canon/

Here is Proof That You Should Never, Ever Challenge Pennywise to a Dance-Off

Pennywise the Dancing Clown is, as his name suggests, capable of absolutely ripping up the dance floor, as a hilarious new Twitter account demonstrates. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/here-is-proof-that-you-should-never-ever-challenge-pennywise-to-a-dance-off/

The iPhone 8 and iPhone X Really are the World's Fastest Phones

The numbers don't lie. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-iphone-8-and-iphone-x-really-are-the-worlds-fastest-phones/

Brexit Bus Repurposed to Advertise Banking App

Complete with big money transfer promise*. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/brexit-bus-repurposed-to-advertise-banking-app/

George R.R. Martin Reveals He's the Co-Creator of That Fifth Possible Game of Thrones Prequel

He’s not just writing the series pitch with Cogman, he’s actually a co-creator of the show. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/george-r-r-martin-reveals-hes-the-co-creator-of-that-fifth-possible-game-of-thrones-prequel/

Sainsbury's Tests Shopper Honesty With DIY Checkout App

Lets you pay by phone. The dream. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/sainsburys-tests-shopper-honesty-with-diy-checkout-app/

Labour Wants to Limit the Amount of Interest You Have to Pay on Credit Card Debt

The Shadow Chancellor wants to make sure people don't pay more in interest than the amount they originally borrowed. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/labour-wants-to-limit-the-amount-of-interest-you-have-to-pay-on-credit-card-debt/

What You Need to Know When Switching from Windows to macOS (or Vice Versa)

There are some speed bumps along the way, so these tips will make the switch a lot easier. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/what-you-need-to-know-when-switching-from-windows-to-macos-or-vice-versa/

UK Adults Spends More Time on the Toilet Than Exercising

Unless you're doing something particularly strenuous in there it's not ideal. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/uk-adults-spends-more-time-on-the-toilet-than-exercising/

The 4K Apple TV Won't Let You Download 4K Video

You can only stream it. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-4k-apple-tv-wont-let-you-download-4k-video/

Tom Hiddleston is Surprised He's Still Playing Loki

Anything to keep Marvel’s most interesting villain around. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/tom-hiddleston-is-surprised-hes-still-playing-loki/

Mary and the Witch's Flower Is Destined to be One of Your Favourite Animated Films

The director made a name for himself working under legendary film maker Hayao Miyazaki. The Ghibli influence shines through beautifully. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/mary-and-the-witchs-flower-is-destined-to-be-one-of-your-favourite-animated-films/

A Million Piracy-Enabling Kodi Boxes Have Been Sold in the UK Over the Past Two Years

It's no surprise that piracy enabling set-top boxes, often referred to as Kodi boxes, are popular from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-million-piracy-enabling-kodi-boxes-have-been-sold-in-the-uk-over-the-past-two-years/

Mattress Startup Casper Sued a Mattress Review Site, Then Paid for Its Acquisition

Welcome to the seedy, springy underworld of the mattress industry. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/mattress-startup-casper-sued-a-mattress-review-site-then-paid-for-its-acquisition/

Apparently Uber is Willing to Make a Deal to Get its London Licence Back

Rather than jumping straight into the courts, it seems Uber might be willing to change things up to get back into London. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/apparently-uber-is-willing-to-make-a-deal-to-get-its-london-licence-back/

How to Watch Star Trek Discovery in the UK

The first two episodes of Star Trek Discovery arrive in the UK today, and here's how you can watch them. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/how-to-watch-star-trek-discovery-in-the-uk/

You Can Relax, Star Trek: Discovery is Actually Quite Good

The first two episodes are a darn sight better than the pilots from previous series. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/you-can-relax-star-trek-discovery-is-actually-quite-good/

This Steampunk Jetpack Looks Convincing Enough to Work

Okay, you won't be able to actually fly whilst wearing this thing, but at least you'll look really cool walking around town with your mates. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-steampunk-jetpack-looks-convincing-enough-to-work/

Project Invincible: McLaren's Custom-Made, Sci-Fi Body Armour

Client X sounds like a badass, whoever he is. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/project-invincible-mclarens-custom-made-sci-fi-body-armour/

Fascinating Video Explores How CGI Might Have Changed Animated Storytelling For Good

It's staggering just how much CGI has changed the way we tell stories over the past few decades. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/fascinating-video-explores-how-cgi-might-have-changed-animated-storytelling-for-good/

Bill Nye Is Totally Chill About What's Happening in This Lift

Bill Nye, the uncomfortable guy. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/bill-nye-is-totally-chill-about-whats-happening-in-this-lift/

Yes, You Really Can Use a Nokia Phone as a Vibrator

Long battery life, ruggedness, and an impressively large assortment of vibration patterns makes the Nokia 3310 a girl's best friend. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/yes-you-really-can-use-a-nokia-phone-as-a-vibrator/

Rogue One's Chirrut Imwe Goes to Town on the Whole Dang Empire in "Chirrut vs Everything."

When they say everything, they mean everything . from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/rogue-ones-chirrut-imwe-goes-to-town-on-the-whole-dang-empire-in-this-lego-parody/

The Ultimate, Indisputable Ranking of Planets in the Solar System

Here's our super-seriously-scientific ranking of the solar system's most lovable, and not so lovable planets. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-ultimate-indisputable-ranking-of-planets-in-the-solar-system/

Adobe's Product Security Team Accidentally Posted Its Private PGP Encryption Key to Its Blog

Even Pretty Good Privacy falters when you post your private encryption key to your public blog. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/adobes-product-security-team-accidentally-posted-its-private-pgp-encryption-key-to-its-blog/

Reports: Latest North Korean Earthquake Was Likely Not Nuclear Test

Experts believe the tremors may have been caused by natural quakes triggered by previous weapons testing carried out by North Korea. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/reports-latest-north-korean-earthquake-was-likely-not-nuclear-test/

Mysterious Deep Space Radio Bursts May be Surprisingly Common

New research suggests that Fast Radio Bursts could be occurring as much as once every second throughout the observable universe. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/mysterious-deep-space-radio-bursts-may-be-surprisingly-common/

I Love Nearly Every Single Thing About This Gigantic Gaming Laptop

While not exactly portable, the GT75VR sports one of the best mechanical keyboards of any gaming laptop we've tried, and has absolutely beastly specs. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/i-love-nearly-every-single-thing-about-this-gigantic-gaming-laptop/

A Mutated Strain of ‘Super Malaria’ Is Spreading at an Alarming Rate

This new strain of malaria appears to be adapting to first-line anti-malarial drugs at a worrying rate. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-mutated-strain-of-super-malaria-is-spreading-at-an-alarming-rate/

Watch This Tree-Climbing Chainsaw Monster Shave This Timber Clean

It's a lumberjack, and that's okay. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/watch-this-tree-climbing-chainsaw-monster-shave-this-timber-clean/

Facebook Settles Shareholder Lawsuit Out of Court Just Days Before Trial

Now that the case has been settled, Zuckerberg may be free to run for public office whilst still being involved with Facebook. Scary. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/facebook-settles-shareholder-lawsuit-out-of-court-just-days-before-trial/

Taser Wants to Turn Smartphone Users Into a Snitch Network

This company wants to turn you into a walking camera for the police. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/taser-wants-to-turn-smartphone-users-into-a-citizen-snitch-network/

For the Love of All That Is Holy, Stop Using Pattern Unlock

The alphanumeric passphrase is still the king of phone security. Probably. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/for-the-love-of-all-that-is-holy-stop-using-pattern-unlock/

Trump's NASA Nominee Wants to Study Climate Change on Mars—But Not on Earth

Because putting an avid climate denier in charge of NASA seems like a brilliant idea. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/trumps-nasa-nominee-wants-to-study-climate-change-on-mars-but-not-on-earth/

Exquisite Skeleton of a Neanderthal Kid Offers Clues to Human Evolution

A new study shows that Neanderthal growth patterns were a lot more like ours than we realised. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/exquisite-skeleton-of-a-neanderthal-kid-offers-clues-to-human-evolution/

Details About Lenovo's Mysterious 25th Anniversary ThinkPad Leak

We don’t normally get excited for commemorative one-offs, but there’s something about the ThinkPad’s lineage that makes this feel special. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/details-about-lenovos-mysterious-25th-anniversary-thinkpad-leak/

Passwords to Access Over a Half Million Car Tracking Devices Leaked Online

This might win the prize for the creepiest data breach of 2017. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/passwords-to-access-over-a-half-million-car-tracking-devices-leaked-online/

Some Vegetarian Dinosaurs Cheated By Snacking on Seafood

These findings brought to you by prehistoric poo deposits. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/some-vegetarian-dinosaurs-cheated-by-snacking-on-seafood/

What Will Break First, Your iPhone or Your Wireless Charging Ikea Furniture?

Like wireless charging in general, many of these products have existed in IKEA’s inventory for years. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/what-will-break-first-your-iphone-or-your-wireless-charging-ikea-furniture/

A NASA Spacecraft Will Slingshot Past Earth Today

So keep your eyes peeled. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-nasa-spacecraft-will-slingshot-past-earth-today/

Nyko Is Mercifully Making the Wireless SNES Controller That Nintendo Refuses To

Relive your childhood, all for under £20. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/nyko-is-mercifully-making-the-wireless-snes-controller-that-nintendo-refuses-to/

Scientists Resolve Mysterious Violation to Einstein's Relativity

Don't worry, the universe isn't falling apart just yet. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/scientists-resolve-mysterious-violation-to-einsteins-relativity/

Mysterious Apocalyptic Message Interrupts TV Broadcasts in America: 'Violent Times Will Come'

“It almost sounded like Hitler talking,” said one viewer. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/mysterious-apocalyptic-message-interrupts-tv-broadcasts-in-america-violent-times-will-come/

Don't Forget, Every Star Trek Series Had a Terrible First Season

A return to form isn't always a good thing. Let's be honest, every Star Trek series started off pretty poorly. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/dont-forget-every-star-trek-series-had-a-terrible-first-season/

Lovestruck Toadlets Can't Even Hear Their Own Flirting

If you’re feeling a little down about your love life and are worried you’re doomed to crawl this dreary planet alone, let the tale of the toadlet provide you with some comfort. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/lovestruck-toadlets-cant-even-hear-their-own-flirting/

Incredible Footage of a Drone Racing Up a Mountain Had Me Reaching For a Seatbelt

This custom-built camera drone has a range of almost two miles, allowing it to travel to the top of a mountain. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/incredible-footage-of-a-drone-racing-up-a-mountain-had-me-reaching-for-a-seatbelt/

Brainless Jellyfish Are Making Us Rethink Our Understanding of Sleep

It seems like Jellyfish need sleep to function properly, too. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/brainless-jellyfish-are-making-us-rethink-our-understanding-of-sleep/

Facebook Used an 'I Will Rape You' Image to Invite Users to Instagram

This is the sort of thing that happens when so much of the every day decision making is handled by an algorithm. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/facebook-used-an-i-will-rape-you-image-to-invite-users-to-instagram/

Costcutter Trials Vein-Reading Biometric Payment System

Here, try this, it's got loads of veins. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/costcutter-trials-vein-reading-biometric-payment-system/

I Don't Care How Cool VR Is, Please Just Propose IRL

Just because you can , doesn't mean you should. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/i-dont-care-how-cool-vr-is-please-just-propose-irl/

Fast and Furious Live is Coming to an Arena Near You and It's Just as Crazy as It Sounds

Your most petrol-powered dreams can become a reality, from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/fast-and-furious-live-is-coming-to-an-arena-near-you-and-its-just-as-crazy-as-it-sounds/

Lockheed Martin Destroys Drones in Latest Laser Weapons Demo

One terrifying step closer to Star Wars becoming a reality. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/lockheed-martin-destroys-drones-in-latest-laser-weapons-demo/

The Ultimate Lego Experience Opens in Denmark Next Week

BRB, I'm off to Denmark. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-ultimate-lego-experience-opens-in-denmark-next-week/

Buddhists Fined for Freeing Lobsters in Brighton

The wrong type of lobster. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/buddhists-fined-for-freeing-lobsters-in-brighton/

Hey London, Uber Needs Fixing - Not Banning

We shouldn't stand in the way of technological progress - let's focus on helping those hurt by it instead. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/hey-london-uber-needs-fixing-not-banning/

Five Alternative Taxi Apps to Uber in London

Without Uber, just who can you turn to? Well, we've got five alternatives right here. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/five-alternative-taxi-apps-to-uber-in-london/

I Hate Almost Everything About Fitbit's New Watch—But There Is One Thing I Love

The Ionic is a great smartwatch for the fitness enthusiasts out there, and has fantastic battery life. Unfortunately some software kinks prevent it from being a true competitor to the big players of the industry. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/review-i-hate-almost-everything-about-fitbits-new-watch-but-there-is-one-thing-i-love/

Five Banksy Murals Sell For Over £3 Million

The murals are all from the streets of Liverpool, including the famous 'Liverpool Rat'. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/five-banksy-murals-sell-for-over-3-million/

Lyft UK Surge Following London Uber Ban

Lyft's going up as Uber goes down. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/lyft-uk-surge-following-london-uber-ban/

Uber Has Been Banned From London

"Uber London is not fit and proper to hold a private hire operator licence" Transport for London says and it's getting the boot next week. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/uber-has-been-banned-from-london/

Finally There Is A Suitable Musical Tribute To Sir Clive Sinclair

Sir Clive! Sir Clive! Oh yeah! from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/finally-there-is-a-suitable-musical-tribute-to-sir-clive-sinclair/

EE Rolls Out Enhanced HD Voice Calling to iPhone 8 Users, With Others to Follow

Better quality voice calls for everyone. As long as you and your recipient have iPhone 8s, of course. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/ee-rolls-out-enhanced-hd-voice-calling-to-iphone-8-users-with-others-to-follow/

The EU Suppressed a 300-Page Study That Found Piracy Doesn’t Harm Sales

The £300k report ended up being largely ignored by the EU. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-eu-suppressed-a-300-page-study-that-found-piracy-doesnt-harm-sales/

Watch How Balls of Steel Are Made

It's wonderfully satisfying to watch. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/watch-how-balls-of-steel-are-made/

According to PornHub, We Do More Than Talk Like Pirates on Talk Like a Pirate Day

Jolly rodgering. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/pornhub-talk-like-a-pirate-day/

Watch Sand Magically Flow Like a Liquid When Pumped Full of Air

You'll be wanting to add a sandpit and an air compressor to your Christmas list. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/watch-sand-magically-flow-like-a-liquid-when-pumped-full-of-air/

Kingsman: How Do We Know That Eggsy and Harry Are The Good Guys?

Who Watches The Watchmen? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/kingsman-how-do-we-know-that-eggsy-and-harry-are-the-good-guys/

Aspiring Tony Stark Made a Jet Suit to Fly Like Iron Man (Underwater)

Palladium arc reactor not included. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/aspiring-tony-stark-made-a-jet-suit-to-fly-like-iron-man-underwater/

Highest-Energy Cosmic Radiation Comes From a Mysterious Source Beyond Our Galaxy

Wait, isn't this how the Fantastic Four got started? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/highest-energy-cosmic-radiation-comes-from-a-mysterious-source-beyond-our-galaxy/

Here Are the First Hints of How Facebook Plans To Read Your Thoughts

Facebook's researchers aim to create a system that lets people type with their thoughts. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/here-are-the-first-hints-of-how-facebook-plans-to-read-your-thoughts/

New Climate Study Doesn't Contradict Global Warming, No Matter What Breitbart Says

Sometimes, the narrative media outlets want isn’t actually supported by science. Especially when one of those outlets is Breitbart. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/new-climate-study-doesnt-contradict-global-warming-no-matter-what-breitbart-says/

Uber Is Getting a New Privacy Policy

The company says it wants to be more transparent, but haven't we heard this before? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/uber-is-getting-a-new-privacy-policy/

Mad Genius Builds a Drivable Hot Tub That Could Make Traffic Enjoyable

A video that'll make you wonder why more mad scientists haven’t embraced YouTube yet. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/mad-genius-builds-a-drivable-hot-tub-that-could-make-traffic-enjoyable/

Mark Zuckerberg Is Still Not Happy That We Know About His Army of Handlers

Surely this is the least of his problems right now. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/mark-zuckerberg-is-still-not-happy-that-we-know-about-his-army-of-handlers/

The CCleaner Attack Was Worse Than We Knew

It looks like the attackers may have been targeting tech firms for the purposes of industrial espionage. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-ccleaner-attack-was-worse-than-we-knew/

The Anti-Rape Gadgets That Never Delivered

We look at several previously hyped gadgets that have never made it to market, many of which are based on shoddy science, nonexistent technology and misleading claims. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-anti-rape-gadgets-that-never-delivered/

Daredevil Finds a Way to Make White Water Rafting Even More Dangerous

Don't try this. Just... don't. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/daredevil-finds-a-way-to-make-white-water-rafting-even-more-dangerous/

This Is One of the Strangest Objects Ever Discovered in the Solar System

Is it an asteroid? A comet? Both? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-is-one-of-the-strangest-objects-ever-discovered-in-the-solar-system/

This Footage of a Drone Buzzing a Cargo Train Turned My Stomach Inside Out

Grab a sick bucket before you watch. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-footage-of-a-drone-buzzing-a-cargo-train-turned-my-stomach-inside-out/

Razer Is Making a Mobile Gaming Device, For Real This Time

Is it a phone? Or maybe a tablet with removable gamepads kind of like a Nintendo Switch? No one really knows, but Razer has been rumoured to be working on a mobile gaming gaming device for quite some time now, and according to a new interview between CNBC and Razer CEO Min-Liang Tan, it seems like that might actually happen from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/razer-is-making-a-mobile-gaming-device-for-real-this-time/

Citizen, the Creepy Crime-Fighting App Formerly Known as Vigilante, Somehow Gets £9 Million

Citizen, the extremely dubious rebranding of Vigilante—an app which notifies users of 911 reports near them and encourages them to go out and shoot videos of the crimes and their aftermath—has somehow managed to acquire a new round of eight-figure funding from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/citizen-the-creepy-crime-fighting-app-formerly-known-as-vigilante-somehow-gets-9-million/

Remote Mountain Hideaway Hosts James Bond Creativity Fun Park

It's 007 ELEMENTS and it's been built on a snowy mountain you can only get to via ejector seat. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/remote-mountain-hideaway-hosts-james-bond-creativity-fun-park/

Argos Sends Star Wars' BB8 Back to Space

In a galaxy far, far away... there's a toy from Argos just floating around. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/argos-sends-star-wars-bb8-back-to-space/

Amazon Delivers Parcel to Entirely Safe Black Wheelie Bin

With inevitable comedic results. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/amazon-delivers-parcel-to-entirely-safe-black-wheelie-bin/

Ron Howard's Latest Han Solo Tweet Is Either His Most Revealing, or Best Troll Yet

I wonder just how many parsecs it would take the Millennium Falcon to clear the Kessel Run? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/ron-howards-latest-han-solo-tweet-is-either-his-most-revealing-or-best-troll-yet/

Karl Pilkington is Coming Back to Our TV Screens

'Sick of It' is coming to Sky 1 and stars Karl Pilkington as himself. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/karl-pilkington-is-coming-back-to-our-tv-screens/

Knightscope's Family of Dystopian Robot Guards Just Grew by Two

The future is here, and it's going to surveil the shit out of you. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/knightscopes-family-of-dystopian-robot-guards-just-grew-by-two/

Churchy Types Shocked by Cathedral's Role in Hellboy

It's OK, they say, as Hellboy is a metaphor for living life, like religion itself. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/churchy-types-shocked-by-cathedrals-role-in-hellboy/

How to Binge-Watch Without Hurting Your Health

Follow these simple tips and you too could curve your sleep-destroying binging habits. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/how-to-binge-watch-without-hurting-your-health/

Uber Claims Company Put Bogus Ads on Breitbart in Industry-Shaking Lawsuit

Nobody, not even Uber wants to be associated with Breitbart right now. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/uber-claims-company-put-bogus-ads-on-breitbart-in-industry-shaking-lawsuit/

Severed Hand Causes Road Closure

The long arm of the law. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/severed-hand-causes-road-closure/

Migrating Bats Are Basically Flying Weather Stations

Aw. Just look at his little face! from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/migrating-bats-are-basically-flying-weather-stations/

Google Just Bought a Whole Lot of Phone From HTC

Google is snapping up HTC's most talented engineers. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/google-just-bought-a-whole-lot-of-phone-from-htc/

Juicero Founder Hops on Silicon Valley's Hot Starvation Fad With 'Raw Water' Fast

Would you pay £11 for "freshly squeezed" spring water? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/juicero-founder-hops-on-silicon-valleys-hot-starvation-fad-with-raw-water-fast/

CityMapper To Launch A New London "Bus" Route That Uses Gett Taxis Instead Of Buses

Black cabs are the new buses. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/gett-together-wants-to-get-you-around-london-faster/

The iOS 11 Control Centre Misleads Users on Whether Their Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Are on

To actually turn Bluetooth and Wi-Fi off, you're going to have to go into the settings app, instead. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-ios-11-control-centre-misleads-users-on-whether-their-bluetooth-and-wi-fi-are-on/

Looks Like It's Time to Add Another Possible Game of Thrones Prequel to the List

It could be years before we see any results from HBO’s Pitch Fest. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/looks-like-its-time-to-add-another-possible-game-of-thrones-prequel-to-the-list/

As Alaska Thaws, Everything Changes

Bitter winters still dominate life in the Alaskan interior, but a practiced eye can spot the signs of a warming climate. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/as-alaska-thaws-everything-changes/

This Extinct Frog Probably Ate Crocodiles and Dinosaurs

The so-called devil frog's bite could have exerted 500 pounds of force—enough to crunch some dino bones. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-extinct-frog-probably-ate-crocodiles-and-dinosaurs/

Nest's New Security System Makes Me Feel Sad for Nest

I wanted Nest to blow my mind with a whole new product lineup. Instead, we saw more of the same. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/nests-new-security-system-makes-me-feel-sad-for-nest/

Crazy New Hermit Crab Makes Its Home Inside Another Living Animal

This new Japanese species is the first to carry around a live coral instead of a shell on its back. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/crazy-new-hermit-crab-makes-its-home-inside-another-living-animal/

Sunken German Submarine From WWI Likely Contains Remains of 23 Sailors

The diver who made the discovery believes the area should be protected and designated a “sea grave for the soldiers.” from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/sunken-german-submarine-from-wwi-likely-contains-remains-of-23-sailors/

Amazon's Next Alexa Device Is... a Pair of Smart Glasses?

Reports suggest they won't look as awkward as the Google Glass, so we can relax (for now). from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/amazons-next-alexa-device-is-a-pair-of-smart-glasses/

How to (Maybe) Play the Super Secret Copy of NES Golf Hidden on Your Nintendo Switch

It’s not clear how the game ended up in the Switch’s firmware, but it was likely put there as a tribute to former Nintendo CEO Satoru Iwata. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/how-to-maybe-play-the-super-secret-copy-of-nes-golf-hidden-on-your-nintendo-switch/

Uber Investigates Itself for Bribery, Finds Some Shit: Report

We can now add Indonesia to the growing list of Places Where Uber Does Illegal Stuff. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/uber-investigates-itself-for-bribery-finds-some-shit-report/

The First Trailer for Netflix's Punisher Is Filled with Rage and Bullet Holes

Would you expect anything less? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-first-trailer-for-netflixs-punisher-is-filled-with-rage-and-bullet-holes/

14 Things You Can Do in macOS High Sierra That You Couldn't Do Before

Get familiar before the new OS arrives on your machine. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/14-things-you-can-do-in-macos-high-sierra-that-you-couldnt-do-before/

In the First Trailer for Tomb Raider, Tombs Are Definitely Raided

This time the tombs are looking deadlier than ever. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/in-the-first-trailer-for-tomb-raider-tombs-are-definitely-raided/

More Evidence That Pink Snow Will Be a Problem for the Planet

Glaciers covered in pink snow—caused by snow-dwelling red algae melting faster than the surrounding white ice from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/more-evidence-that-pink-snow-will-be-a-problem-for-the-planet/

Google Throws £1m in Vague Direction of Anti-Terrorism Efforts

"Please stop saying we're hosting bad videos now, please." from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/google-throws-1m-in-vague-direction-of-anti-terrorism-efforts/

When Male Ducks Hang Out Together Their Penises Get Longer

Male ducks have some of the weirdest junk in nature. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/when-male-ducks-hang-out-together-their-penises-get-longer/

Government Wants Tech Giants to Auto-Delete Terror Content

And your tweets. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/government-wants-tech-giants-to-auto-delete-terror-content/

Viacom Leak May Have Exposed Hundreds of Digital Properties—Paramount Pictures, Comedy Central, MTV, and More

An Amazon server containing a gigabyte’s worth of credentials and configuration files belonging to Viacom were discovered online and unsecured. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/viacom-leak-may-have-exposed-hundreds-of-digital-properties-paramount-pictures-comedy-central-mtv-and-more/

Yoko Ono Turns on John Lemon

This is like one of those Daily Mail reading comprehension tests. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/yoko-ono-turns-on-john-lemon/

Thunderstorm Turns Into a Nuclear Reactor and Blasts Wind Turbine With Particles

The chances of these gamma-rays giving you super powers are disappointingly small. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/thunderstorm-turns-into-a-nuclear-reactor-and-blasts-wind-turbine-with-particles/

Sex Doll-Sharing Service Taqu Suspended After Angering Chinese Communist Party

Oh darn. I bet there were so many people looking forward to sharing a sex doll. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/sex-doll-sharing-service-taqu-suspended-after-angering-chinese-communist-party/

Don't Fire Nerf Guns into People's Eyes, Says Doctor

In other news, the sky is blue. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/dont-fire-nerf-guns-into-eyes/

How to Stop Pirate Bay and Other Sites From Hijacking Your CPU to Mine Cryptocoins

Find out how to stop websites hijacking your CPU for profit. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/how-to-stop-pirate-bay-and-other-sites-from-hijacking-your-cpu-to-mine-cryptocoins/

The 'Godfather' of Autonomous Driving: We Gotta Wreck the Sky

What did the sky ever do to him? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-godfather-of-autonomous-driving-we-gotta-wreck-the-sky/

All of the Best Augmented Reality Tricks Your iPhone Can Do Right Now

All the coolest things that make use of Apple's new ARKit framework. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/all-of-the-best-augmented-reality-tricks-your-iphone-can-do-right-now/

The Second Wave of Xbox One X Pre-Orders is Now Available

Grab one without the gaudy green 'PROJECT SCORPIO' logo. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-second-wave-of-xbox-one-x-pre-orders-is-now-available/

VPN Deals of the Week

Secure your smartphone with a VPN. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/vpn-deals-of-the-week-4/

Jerk Humans Immediately Shoot First Wild Bison Seen in Germany for Over 250 Years

Trigger-happy German officials decided the best course of action upon spotting the vulnerable species was to shoot it dead. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/jerk-humans-immediately-shoot-first-wild-bison-seen-in-germany-for-over-250-years/

Want a First Class Train Upgrade? You Can Bid for It

Virgin East Coast has partnered with Seatfrog to let you win your first class upgrade, eBay style. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/want-a-first-class-train-upgrade-you-can-bid-for-it/

How Star Wars is Expanding Its Online Presence With a New Science-Based Show

Science and Star Wars takes a fun, explosion-filled look at a galaxy far, far away and its relationship to real-life technology. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/star-wars-expanding-online-presence/

Do These 7 Dead Simple Safety Checks to Make Sure Your Accounts and Devices Are Safe

Our best tips to keep your personal information safe online. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/do-these-7-dead-simple-safety-checks-to-make-sure-your-accounts-and-devices-are-safe/

Manchester's Police Force is Still Using Windows XP

Around 20% of their computer systems still use the 16-year old software. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/manchesters-police-force-is-still-using-windows-xp/

A Big Leak Just Revealed Google's 4 Most Important Devices 2 Weeks Early

Google's big reveals from their upcoming October 4 event have been leaked. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-big-leak-just-revealed-googles-4-most-important-devices-2-weeks-early/

This 1980s-Style Thor: Ragnarok Trailer is an Absolute Delight

Let's take a trip back in time. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-1980s-style-thor-ragnarok-trailer-is-an-absolute-delight/

The Best Gadgets and Gear for Students New and Old

Whether you're brand new to student life, or you're going back for another year, here are the things you can buy to make your life more comfortable. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-best-gadgets-and-gear-for-students-new-and-old/

These Dinosaurs Had Colourful Eggs Just Like Birds

The discovery suggests that some dinosaurs behaved a lot more liked birds than we thought. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/these-dinosaurs-had-colourful-eggs-just-like-birds/

Waters Exposed By Massive Antarctic Iceberg Now a Protected Area

The area exposed by the iceberg hasn’t seen daylight for about 120,000 years, so it’ll be fascinating to see what develops. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/waters-exposed-by-massive-antarctic-iceberg-now-a-protected-area/

How Star Wars Is Expanding Its Online Presence With a New Science-Based Show

Science and Star Wars takes a fun, explosion-filled look at a galaxy far, far away and its relationship to real-life technology. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/__trashed-166/

Hopeful Martians Emerge From 8-Month Experiment to Find Earth Horrific As Ever

Let's hope tomorrow's headline doesn't read "Horrified Scientists Return To Their Mars Simulation Dome, Refuse To Come Out". from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/hopeful-martians-emerge-from-8-month-experiment-to-find-earth-horrific-as-ever/

Here Are the First Concrete Numbers Showing How Rarely Twitter Takes Action on Abusive Behaviour Reports

A 12 per cent action rate against harassment reports isn't anywhere near optimal. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/here-are-the-first-concrete-numbers-showing-how-rarely-twitter-takes-action-on-abusive-behaviour-reports/

iOS 11 Will Break a Lot of Very Cool Apps

Apple is finally neutering older 32-bit apps, so some of your favourite games or productivity tools won’t load with iOS 11 installed. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/ios-11-will-break-a-lot-of-very-cool-apps/

Russian Military Accidentally Fires at Civilians During War Games

An unnamed source says two people, who may have been journalists, were seriously injured and are now in hospital. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/russian-military-accidentally-fires-at-civilians-during-war-games/

You Can Now Download iOS 11

No more tiptoeing around Apple's potentially buggy public beta. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/you-can-now-download-ios-11/

What Would Happen If Everyone in the World Lost Their Sex Drive?

What would a world without a sex drive look like? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/what-would-happen-if-everyone-in-the-world-lost-their-sex-drive/

Why the Music in Wonder Woman is the Exception to the Rule

This video breaks down how Wonder Woman's theme is used throughout her film, in ways we haven't seen for a very long time. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/why-the-music-in-wonder-woman-is-the-exception-to-the-rule/

Why Is Someone Clogging Swiss Toilets With Tens of Thousands of Euros?

Someone was in a real hurry to flush £80k down the toilet. Literally. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/why-is-someone-clogging-swiss-toilets-with-tens-of-thousands-of-euros/

Scientists Store Light as Sound on a Microchip for the First Time

The research is cool and an important step forward in the field from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/scientists-store-light-as-sound-on-a-microchip-for-the-first-time/

How Do Astronauts Look After Their Mental Health?

NASA is funding a study to work out how to treat the mental health of Astronauts on long-duration space missions. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/how-do-astronauts-look-after-their-mental-health/

Gin Wong, LA Architect Who Inspired The Jetsons, Dies at 94

RIP Mr. Wong. We thank you for a steadfast and optimistic glimpse of tomorrow that amazingly still endures today. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/gin-wong-la-architect-who-inspired-the-jetsons-dies-at-94/

This Free App Adds An iPhone X Notch to Your Android Phone

It'll add a screen-blocking bar to whatever you're doing. For the true iPhone X simulation. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-free-app-adds-an-iphone-x-notch-to-your-android-phone/

Fake Whales Stranded on Lincolnshire Beach

They survived. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/fake-whales-stranded-on-lincolnshire-beach/

US Startup Wants First Time Buyers to Host an Airbnb for 357 Days a Year in Exchange for a Home Down Payment

Forget a traditional mortgage... just share your house with strangers for a few years. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/us-startup-wants-first-time-buyers-to-host-an-airbnb-for-357-days-a-year-in-exchange-for-a-home-down-payment/

Craig David Declared the UK's Unofficial Figurehead for Malware

Viewed an illegal stream on Monday, computer was oddly slow on Tuesday, HD was remotely encrypted on Wednesday, etc. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/craig-david-declared-the-uks-unofficial-figurehead-for-malware/

Why the Navy Plans to Use 12-Year-Old Xbox 360 Controllers on Its Most Advanced Subs

It's cheaper, easier to replace and also happens to be a great way to lure a new generation of young gamers into the US Navy. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/why-the-navy-plans-to-use-12-year-old-xbox-360-controllers-on-its-most-advanced-subs/

Amazon's New Fire HD 10 is Available to Preorder Now

It's the most powerful Fire tablet yet. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/amazons-new-fire-hd-10-is-available-to-preorder-now/

A Running List of Uber's (Predictably Lukewarm) Apologies

Could Uber be a contender for 2017's most evil company? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-running-list-of-ubers-predictably-lukewarm-apologies/

Roads Department Gamifies Throwing Rubbish Out of the Car

In the bright orange tube for 10 points. Littered all around it for minus five. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/roads-department-gamifies-throwing-rubbish-out-of-the-car/

Kingsman: The Golden Circle Is Almost Too Much Fun for Its Own Good

Imagine you were 10 years old and given five minutes to tear through a toy store from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/kingsman-the-golden-circle-is-almost-too-much-fun-for-its-own-good/

Why Is Someone Clogging Swiss Toilets With Tens of Thousands of Euros in Cash?

Someone was in a real hurry to flush £80k down the toilet. Literally. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/why-is-someone-clogging-swiss-toilets-with-tens-of-thousands-of-euros-in-cash/

Toys R Us Files For Bankruptcy in the US - But Your UK Toy Shopping is Safe For Now

We owe millions, said Geoffrey from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/toys-r-us-files-for-bankruptcy-in-the-us-but-your-uk-toy-shopping-is-safe-for-now/

Are Wolves Better Problem Solvers Than Dogs?

Domestication may have dumbed-down man's best friend. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/are-wolves-better-problem-solvers-than-dogs/

Happy Talk Like a Pirate Day! Most Holidays are Fake, Here's Why

What's a Pirate's favourite letter? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/happy-talk-like-a-pirate-day-most-holidays-are-fake-heres-why/

Amazon's 'Frequently Bought Together' Suggestions Show Homemade Bomb Ingredients

Dangerous items are being grouped together by the online retail giant. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/amazons-frequently-bought-together-suggestions-show-homemade-bomb-ingredients/

If an Obi-Wan Kenobi Movie Happens, He'll Probably Look Like This

Obi-Wow Kenobi from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/if-an-obi-wan-kenobi-movie-happens-hell-probably-look-like-this/

The Fight Over DRM Standards for Streaming Video Is Over and Big Business Won

The decision sets a dangerous precedent for international copyright law. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-fight-over-drm-standards-for-streaming-video-is-over-and-big-business-won/

This Steampunk Raspberry Pi Doubles as a Retro Gaming Console

You can stuff a Raspberry Pi into just about anything. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-steampunk-raspberry-pi-doubles-as-a-retro-gaming-console/

Our First Look at David Tennant and Michael Sheen in Good Omens

The hairstyles alone are worthy of their own show. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/our-first-look-at-david-tennant-and-michael-sheen-in-good-omens/

The Last Photo Cassini Took Was Its Forever Home on Saturn

Cassini's with its beloved gas giant now. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-last-photo-cassini-took-was-its-forever-home-on-saturn/

Leading Science Journal Finally Apologises for Offensive Editorial About 'Whitewashing' Science

If only they hadn't published it in the first place. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/leading-science-journal-finally-apologises-for-offensive-editorial-about-whitewashing-science/

If You Have Gigantic Ears No One Will Know You Bought These £37 Knockoff AirPods

Then again, if you want to look like you've got soup spoons hanging from your earholes, these are the headphones for you. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/if-you-have-gigantic-ears-no-one-will-know-you-bought-these-37-knockoff-airpods/

Virgin Velvet Spiders Allow Themselves to Be Eaten By Their Foster Kids

It sounds upsetting, but it's also kind of...sweet? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/virgin-velvet-spiders-allow-themselves-to-be-eaten-by-their-foster-kids/

Here's a Funny YouTube Bug I've Been Playing With All Day

This easily-replicable bug causes bizarre cosmetic aberrations on YouTube—and it appears to work on any video. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/heres-a-funny-youtube-bug-ive-been-playing-with-all-day/

Your Copy of Avast's 'PC Cleaner' CCleaner Could Be Full of Malware, Update Now

If you're using the free version of CCleaner, your device could be at risk. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/your-copy-of-avasts-pc-cleaner-ccleaner-could-be-full-of-malware-update-now/

Stop Wasting My Time With This Stupid Planet X Doomsday Conspiracy Theory

Granted, the world really is falling apart, but not because of some imaginary planet. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/stop-wasting-my-time-with-this-stupid-planet-x-doomsday-conspiracy-theory/

Everything You Need to Know About Augmented Reality Now That it’s Invading Your Phone

Forget virtual reality, because AR is powering the next batch of magic tricks heading to your phone from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/everything-you-need-to-know-about-augmented-reality-now-that-its-invading-your-phone/

Internet Addiction Needs to Be Recognised as a Disorder Before it Can Be Treated

Classic internet addiction symptoms can be similar to drug and alcohol addiction. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/internet-addiction-needs-to-be-recognised-as-a-disorder-before-it-can-be-treated/

How to Fake Matrix-Style Bullet-Time Effects Without a Hollywood Budget

Pretty cool stuff. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/how-to-fake-matrix-style-bullet-time-effects-without-a-hollywood-budget/

John Wick 3 is Happening, and it's Out in 2019

Start the clock: there's 20 months to go until we get more Keanu Reeves on-screen shredding. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/john-wick-3-is-happening-and-its-out-in-2019/

Blade Runner 2049 International Posters Give a Good Look at the Main Cast

Get a good look at the main cast with these international posters. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/blade-runner-2049-international-posters-give-a-good-look-at-the-main-cast/

Jonathan Frakes Let Slip an Unexpected Star Trek: Discovery Spoiler

The revelation comes from a stop on The Continuing Voyage convention tour in Chicago. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/jonathan-frakes-let-slip-an-unexpected-star-trek-discovery-spoiler/

Waymo Wants to Delay Its October 11th Court Date With Uber

“It’s now clear why Uber had fought so hard to hide these materials from Waymo and the Court/” from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/waymo-wants-to-delay-its-october-11th-court-date-with-uber/

Experts Are Divided Over Google's Depression Screening

"There are reasons to be concerned that data generated by a depression screening programme might be used to market antidepressants." from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/experts-are-divided-over-googles-depression-screening/

Research Suggests Drone 'Strikes' To Your Head Probably Won't Kill You

Although probably best to try and avoid them all the same. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/research-suggests-drone-strikes-to-your-head-probably-wont-kill-you/

Aldi's Wine Advent Calendar Will Have You Fat and Lazy Before Christmas Even Starts

Wine for breakfast for 24 days is how they do it in Germany. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/aldis-wine-advent-calendar-will-have-you-fat-and-lazy-before-christmas-even-starts/

Kellogg's Puts a Unicorn on Breakfast

Weird unicorn trend officially endorsing Fruit Loops. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/kelloggs-puts-a-unicorn-on-breakfast/

Handmaid's Tale Cleans Up at the Emmys

It took home five of the awards. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/handmaids-tale-cleans-up-at-the-emmys/

Local Elections Test ID-to-Vote System

Surely it'll only make voting even more of a tiresome chore? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/local-elections-test-id-to-vote-system/

Lego's Old Fishing Store Might Be the Best Ideas Set Yet

It needs to be on any Lego fan's wishlist. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/legos-old-fishing-store-might-be-the-best-ideas-set-yet/

Man Who Saved the World From Nuclear Armageddon in 1983 Dies at 77

Rest in peace, Stanislav Petrov. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/man-who-saved-the-world-from-nuclear-armageddon-in-1983-dies-at-77/

That Annoying Bixby Button on your S8 Can Finally be Disabled

Bye bye Bixby. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/that-annoying-bixby-button-on-your-s8-can-finally-be-disabled/

Director Darren Aronofsky Answers A Few Pressing Questions About mother!

Director Darren Aronofsky weighs in on the inspiration behind the film and answers some frequently asked questions about it's more bizarre scenes. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/director-darren-aronofsky-answers-a-few-pressing-questions-about-mother/

The Oldest Snow Patch in Scotland is About to Melt

It's even got a name: the Sphinx. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-oldest-snow-patch-in-scotland-is-about-to-melt/

Sebastian Stan Filmed His Avengers: Infinity War Scenes Without Ever Reading the Script

Or are they just wiping his mind in-between takes? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/sebastian-stan-filmed-his-avengers-infinity-war-scenes-without-ever-reading-the-script/

Ryanair Cancels Hundreds of Flights After 'Messing Up' Pilot Holidays

Thank god all the pilots will get a nice holiday — but you might not, if you booked with Ryanair. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/ryanair-cancels-hundreds-of-flights-after-messing-up-pilot-holidays/

One Year After Bricking Third-Party Ink With Update, HP Is Back on Its Bullshit

The astronomical prices printer makers charge for cartridges have long been a favourite subject of internet comedians (with more than one noting that printer ink is now more valuable than gold), so it came as a bit of a surprise when HP actually made some concessions after pushing out an update that bricked unofficial ink cartridges last year from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/one-year-after-bricking-third-party-ink-with-update-hp-is-back-on-its-bullshit/

Cassini Took One Last Look at a Mysterious Glitch in Saturn's Rings Before It Died

Cassini's last ever photo is of a mysterious disturbance in Saturn's rings. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/cassini-took-one-last-look-at-a-mysterious-glitch-in-saturns-rings-before-it-died/

The Pirate Bay Added a CPU-Hijacking Bitcoin Miner to Some Pages

The secret addition of Coinhive to one of the world’s most popular file-sharing websites is throwing up red flags. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-pirate-bay-added-a-cpu-hijacking-bitcoin-miner-to-some-pages/

Facebook's 'Fake News' Solution Isn't Going to Solve the Problem

A more active approach would put Facebook in a cost-intensive role it doesn’t want. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/facebooks-fake-news-solution-isnt-going-to-solve-the-problem/

Ever Wanted to Meet a Famous 17th-Century Painter? Oculus Gear VR Has You Covered

Meet Rembrandt in this nifty new VR experience. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/ever-wanted-to-meet-a-famous-17th-century-painter-oculus-gear-vr-has-you-covered/

Channing Tatum's Smarmy Southerner Spy Makes an Entrance in New Kingsman: The Golden Circle Clip

The 21 Jump Street actor is rocking quite the Southern drawl. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/channing-tatums-smarmy-southerner-spy-makes-an-entrance-in-new-kingsman-the-golden-circle-clip/

Ford Funded That Weirdo in a Car Seat Costume Who Pretended to be a Self-Driving Car

Idiocy for idiocy’s sake is still alive and well in this bizarre experiment. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/ford-funded-that-weirdo-in-a-car-seat-costume-who-pretended-to-be-a-self-driving-car/

Warner Bros. is Building a 'Director-Driven' Superhero Universe, Says Nightwing Director

In Warner's world, the filmmaker is king, according to the Nightwing helmer. Still doesn't explain Suicide Squad, mind. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/warner-bros-is-building-a-director-driven-superhero-universe-says-nightwing-director/

Bing's New Fact-Checking Feature Should Let Users Kick Fake News Squarely in The Keester

New tags and suggestions from fact-checking sites should help steer you away from bogus stories. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/bings-new-fact-checking-feature-should-let-users-kick-fake-news-squarely-in-the-keester/

Harry Dean Stanton's Unmistakable Humanity Grounded Some of Film's Best Moments

No one played the role of average Joe quite like the late, great character actor. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/harry-dean-stantons-unmistakable-humanity-grounded-some-of-films-best-moments/

Journalist Nearly Banned From YouTube and Gmail For Posting Al-Qaeda Videos From Chelsea Manning Trial

YouTube’s latest push to ban terrorist propaganda across its ubiquitous video platform is getting off to a rough start from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/journalist-nearly-banned-from-youtube-and-gmail-for-posting-al-qaeda-videos-from-chelsea-manning-trial/

Why This Exoplanet’s Hellish Atmosphere Is a Big Deal in the Search For Alien Life

The same gases and compounds that make it so inhospitable could also be signs of living organisms at work. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/why-this-exoplanets-hellish-atmosphere-is-a-big-deal-in-the-search-for-alien-life/

James Cameron's True Lies Is Being Turned Into a TV Show

Fox has already greenlit the pilot for this small screen take on the Arnie blockbuster. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/james-camerons-true-lies-is-being-turned-into-a-tv-show/

Five Horror Directors, Including Gremlins' Joe Dante, Are Collaborating on a New Anthology Film

The Twilight Zone-esque tale stars Mickey Rourke as a creepy projectionist. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/five-horror-directors-including-gremlins-joe-dante-are-collaborating-on-a-new-anthology-film/

Dude Gets Drunk, Proceeds to Drive Stolen Golf Buggy to McDonald's. Because of Course he Does.

When you're gagging for a Big Mac, needs must. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/dude-gets-drunk-proceeds-to-drive-stolen-golf-buggy-to-mcdonalds-because-of-course-he-does/

Gardener in Suffolk Finally Claims £1m Euromillions Jackpot After Forgetting About His Ticket For a Month

A campaign in local papers helped jogged the unsuspecting millionaire's memory. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/gardener-in-suffolk-finally-claims-1m-euromillions-jackpot-after-forgetting-about-his-ticket-for-a-month/

Cassini Is Gone and I'm Not Crying You're Crying

These final images are Cassini’s swansong. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/cassini-is-gone-and-im-not-crying-youre-crying/

Review: Lenovo's Best Gaming Laptop Drops the Ball in One Very Crucial Way

A lacklustre design and a pretty, but ultimately just OK keyboard mean this laptop disappoints more than it delights. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/review-lenovos-best-gaming-laptop-drops-the-ball-in-one-very-crucial-way/

The Cassini Team Reflects on How it Feels to Say Goodbye to Their Spacecraft

Meet the people who shepherded the spacecraft from concept to completion over 13 years. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-cassini-team-reflects-on-how-it-feels-to-say-goodbye-to-their-spacecraft/

The Broadway Production of Disney's Frozen Looks Predictably Beautiful

Beautiful costumes, big sets, and lots of smiling faces. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-broadway-production-of-disneys-frozen-looks-predictably-beautiful/

The Hottest Known Temperature On Earth Was Caused By an Ancient Asteroid Strike

Some like it really, REALLY hot. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-hottest-known-temperature-on-earth-was-caused-by-an-ancient-asteroid-strike/

Chrome Will Soon Block Autoplay Videos With Sound — Here's Why You Should Be Worried

A drive to clean up the web, or a disguised move to further solidify Google’s monopoly? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/chrome-will-soon-block-autoplay-videos-with-sound-heres-why-you-should-be-worried/

How Facebook Tricks You Into Trusting Algorithms

This excerpt from Franklin Foer's WORLD WITHOUT MIND shows why you really should trust Facebook's News Feed. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/how-facebook-tricks-you-into-trusting-algorithms/

The Motorised Longboard Is the Vape of Transport and I Love It

You won’t find an electric skateboard of this quality and price that’s anywhere near as light as the Halo Longboard. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-motorised-longboard-is-the-vape-of-transport-and-i-love-it/

Netflix's Punisher Series Will Be the Most Dark and Brutal Part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe

His story will be drastically different from anything we've seen from Marvel's screen outings so far. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/netflixs-punisher-series-will-be-the-most-dark-and-brutal-part-of-the-marvel-cinematic-universe/

No, Scientists Did Not Say Light Drinking During Pregnancy Was Okay

“We don’t know if light drinking harms pregnancy” does not mean “Pregnant women should drink alcohol.” from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/no-scientists-did-not-say-light-drinking-during-pregnancy-was-okay/

Psychologists Think Google Probably Shouldn't Be Your Therapist

Experts are concerned about whether Google will use data regarding its users' mental health responsibly. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/psychologists-think-google-probably-shouldnt-be-your-therapist/

Why Do Facebook’s Algorithms Keep Abetting Racism?

Call it algorithmic ignorance. Or maybe algorithmic idiocy. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/why-do-facebooks-algorithms-keep-abetting-racism/

Citing Russian Ties, America Boots Kaspersky Software From Government Agencies

We're not sure being headquartered in Russia and the word “cyber” are enough to suggest collusion with Russian intelligence services. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/citing-russian-ties-america-boots-kaspersky-software-from-government-agencies/

See How Aegon Conquered Westeros in Game of Thrones' Official Animated Miniseries

Is HBO testing the waters to see whether Aegon’s story could carry an entire series? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/see-how-aegon-conquered-westeros-in-game-of-thrones-official-animated-miniseries/

Cassini Is Gone and I'm Not Crying You're Crying

These final images are Cassini’s swansong. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/__trashed-96/

Hackers Have Already Started to Weaponise Artificial Intelligence

In the wrong hands, AIs could be used to perform rapid-fire hacks, develop intelligent malware, and target entire vulnerable populations. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/hackers-have-already-started-to-weaponise-artificial-intelligence/

Liquid Cats, Vagina Speakers and More From the Strangest Science Papers of 2017

Sometimes award-winning scientific discoveries require playing the didgeridoo and then falling asleep. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/liquid-cats-vagina-speakers-and-more-from-the-strangest-science-papers-of-2017/

Super-Accurate Sculpture of Ancient Sea Creature Is Surprisingly Adorable

This remarkable recreation offers an entirely new perspective on a well-known species. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/super-accurate-sculpture-of-ancient-sea-creature-is-surprisingly-adorable/

Biologist Subjects Himself to an Electric Eel Attack for Science

It’s no secret that the electric eel is a species not to be messed with. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/biologist-subjects-himself-to-an-electric-eel-attack-for-science/

Darren Aronofsky's mother! is Incredibly Fascinating and Unbelievably Frustrating

It’s gruelling and gruesome. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/darren-aronofskys-mother-is-incredibly-fascinating-and-unbelievably-frustrating/

Huge Wafts of Smoke From North American Wildfires Have Traveled All the Way to Europe

It’s not uncommon for smoke from fires in North America to reach Europe, but it's larger, thicker, and more persistent this time. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/huge-wafts-of-smoke-from-north-american-wildfires-have-traveled-all-the-way-to-europe/

It Took 297 Agonising Tries For This Complex Rube Goldberg Machine to Work Flawlessly

Between each attempt, all of the steps had to be rebuilt, reset, and re-assembled. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/it-took-297-agonizing-tries-for-this-complex-rube-goldberg-machine-to-work-flawlessly/

The Lego Movie Sequel Will Focus on Gender Issues, and That Sounds Great

This premise is actually promising in a lot of ways. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-lego-movie-sequel-will-focus-on-gender-issues-and-that-sounds-great/

Sniffer Dogs Trained to Find USB Sticks and Gadgets go on Patrol

Scientists say we're just a few hundred years of evolution away from developing a dog that can tell us when a phone needs charging. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/sniffer-dogs-trained-to-find-usb-sticks-and-gadgets-go-on-patrol/

Apple's Touch ID is Probably Doomed and That's Okay

Fingerprint-based ID may be convenient, but the security risk won't be missed. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/apples-touch-id-is-probably-doomed-and-thats-okay/

Wonder Woman Blu-Ray Launches in Spectacular Fashion

Hundreds of brightly-lit drones took to the LA sky. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/wonder-woman-blu-ray-launches-in-spectacular-fashion/

The Shape of Water's Redband Trailer Promises a Dark and Thrilling Fairy Tale for Adults

How is a deaf woman supposed to be with her beloved fish-man if he's being hunted by government scientists? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-shape-of-waters-redband-trailer-promises-a-dark-and-thrilling-fairy-tale-for-adults/

Alcohol-Free Budweiser Coming to the UK for Today's Millennial Lightweights

Alcohol-free beer in danger of becoming trendy. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/alcohol-free-budweiser-coming-to-the-uk-for-todays-millennial-lightweights/

Waymo Scores Key Legal Win, Will Get to See Super Secret File Made About Some of Its Former Employees

With trial set to begin in a month, Waymo's win comes just in time. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/waymo-scores-key-legal-win-will-get-to-see-super-secret-file-made-about-some-of-its-former-employees/

iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus: All The UK Network Deals Announced So Far

You can pre-order an iPhone 8 from today, so we've rounded up all the deals from the UK networks. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/iphone-8-and-iphone-8-plus-here-are-the-uk-network-deals-announced-so-far/

Classic Ladybird Books are This Month's Very Interesting New Stamps

Stamps are interesting and you know it. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/classic-ladybird-books-are-this-months-very-interesting-new-stamps/

Salmon Spill Sends Thousands of Invasive Fish Swimming Up and Down the Pacific Coast

This potentially negligent act could have harmful consequences for native fish populations. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/salmon-spill-sends-thousands-of-invasive-fish-swimming-up-and-down-the-pacific-coast/

Nothing But Water Powers This Tricycle That Goes From 0 to 62 MPH In Half a Second

Somehow a motorcycle helmet just doesn’t seem like enough safety equipment. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/nothing-but-water-powers-this-tricycle-that-goes-from-0-to-62-mph-in-half-a-second/

John Lewis Launches In-Store Sleepovers to Test the Beds

Live the catalogue dream. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/john-lewis-launches-in-store-sleepovers-to-test-the-beds/

Origin of Zero Symbol Centuries Older Than Previously Thought

Proof, once again, that our historical predecessors were much more advanced than we give them credit for. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/origin-of-zero-symbol-centuries-older-than-previously-thought/

University Researchers Want Us To Use 'Forgotten' Words

Don't be swerk, I'm not here to betrump you. Using these wlonk new words will awhape any old sillytonian. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/university-researchers-want-us-to-use-forgotten-words/

5 Things Google Needs to Do to Make the Pixel 2 Great

Even though last year’s Pixel was a success in many ways, there are a number of improvements I’d like to see on the Pixel 2. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/5-things-google-needs-to-do-to-make-the-pixel-2-great/

Vevo Just Got Hacked

Roughly 3.12TB of internal files have been posted online, and some of them appear quite sensitive. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/vevo-just-got-hacked/

It Looks Like We Were Wrong About a Basic Property of Mars

The Red Planet is a lot lighter than you might think. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/it-looks-like-we-were-wrong-about-a-basic-property-of-mars/

You Have to Be Hopelessly Devoted to Antique Computers to Build a Commodore 64 VR Rig

If you don’t have the budget for an Oculus Rift headset, here’s a far cheaper solution. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/you-have-to-be-hopelessly-devoted-to-antique-computers-to-build-a-commodore-64-vr-rig/

Hubble Telescope Observes Goth Jupiter

WASP-12b is as dark as an angsty teen's soul. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/hubble-telescope-observes-goth-jupiter/

The Case of a Brain-Damaging 'Sonic Weapon' in Cuba Is Only Getting Stranger and Scarier

The most difficult part of the case is that the symptoms tend to differ from person to person. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-case-of-a-brain-damaging-sonic-weapon-in-cuba-is-only-getting-stranger-and-scarier/

Robots Made From DNA Could One Day Transport Medicine Inside Your Body

New research from across the pond highlights the tremendous potential of this pint-sized technology. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/robots-made-from-dna-could-one-day-transport-medicine-inside-your-body/

Former Employees Are Suing Google Over Alleged Gender Discrimination

The company maintains that it doesn’t have a gender discrimination issue, but emboldened employees are challenging that notion. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/former-employees-are-suing-google-over-alleged-gender-discrimination/

A Genetic Testing Company Just Screwed Up 50,000 Cancer Screenings

These developments raise worrying questions about how clinician-ordered DNA testing is regulated. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-genetic-testing-company-just-screwed-up-50000-cancer-screenings/

Elon Musk Releases an Explosive Mega-Collection of His Greatest Rocket Failures

In honour of all those livestreams we watched hoping to see history be made, but also hoping to see a big ol’ explosion. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/elon-musk-releases-an-explosive-mega-collection-of-his-greatest-rocket-failures/

These Smart Glasses Could One Day Turn Your Nose Into a Secret Remote Control

This might be the direction we need to take with smart wearables. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/these-smart-glasses-could-one-day-turn-your-nose-into-a-secret-remote-control/

These Completely Wireless Jaybird Headphones Are Almost Amazing

If only their connection didn't keep dropping out. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/these-completely-wireless-jaybird-headphones-are-almost-amazing/

How Aliens We've Never Met Could Help Humanity Escape Self-Destruction

At this point, we need all the help we can get. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/how-aliens-weve-never-met-could-help-humanity-escape-self-destruction/

This Is the iPhone 8 You Should Buy

If you’re thinking about placing an order for an iPhone 8 today (starting at 8am GMT), we’ve got some tips. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-is-the-iphone-8-you-should-buy/

Silicon Valley's 'Bodega' of the Future is a Vending Machine

Bodega is a startup that wants to take on the convenience store. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/silicon-valleys-bodega-of-the-future-is-a-bougie-vending-machine-with-no-cats/

Twitter Rewards Bad Behaviour, Says Twitter Co-Founder

Why does the internet feel so fundamentally broken? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/twitter-rewards-bad-behaviour-says-twitter-co-founder/

NASA's Curiosity Rover Captures Spectacular Images as It Climbs Toward a Mysterious Outcrop

Over the past few days, NASA’s Curiosity rover has been making a steady climb towards a strange Martian ridge. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/nasas-curiosity-rover-captures-spectacular-images-as-it-climbs-toward-a-mysterious-outcrop/

IBM's Latest Quantum Computer Does Record-Breaking Chemistry

“The whole community will find better ways to handle errors and I think that will be really exciting.” from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/ibms-latest-quantum-computer-does-record-breaking-chemistry/

This Guy's Simple-Looking Camera Tricks Are Actually Pretty Amazing

We’re going to just assume that Parry lives in an M.C. Escher painting and the laws of physics don’t apply to his home. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-guys-simple-looking-camera-tricks-are-actually-pretty-amazing/

Radiohead & Hans Zimmer Team up for the BBC's Blue Planet II

Thom Yorke gets to do his whale song impression as usual. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/radiohead-hans-zimmer-team-up-for-the-bbcs-blue-planet-ii/

Samsung's Flexible Flip Phone Might Be Coming Next Year

A flexible touch screen could breathe some new life into the concept, or it could just end up as a gimmick. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/samsungs-flexible-flip-phone-might-be-coming-next-year/

Apple Says Face ID Demo Fail is a Feature so Please Stop Laughing Now

"It was supposed to do that" is the explanation. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/apple-says-face-id-demo-fail-is-a-feature-so-please-stop-laughing-now/

Why a Drug Company Is Selling Patents to a Native American Tribe

How, exactly, is this legal? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/why-a-drug-company-is-selling-patents-to-a-native-american-tribe/

Don't Rip up Ancient Graves to Make Cute Little Stone Stacks

That other pile of rocks is more important. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/dont-rip-up-ancient-graves-to-make-cute-little-stone-stacks/

Thanks to Brexit, John Lewis' Profits Are Down By Half

Its profits for the first half of the year have fell by 53.3 per cent. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/thanks-to-brexit-john-lewis-profits-are-down-by-half/

Liverpool's Own Digital Currency Keeps Banks Out of the Loop

Money spent through the app-based currency goes direct to businesses, commission free. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/liverpools-own-digital-currency-keeps-banks-out-of-the-loop/

Lego's Ultimate Collector's Series Millennium Falcon is Proof Lego Isn't Just a Kid's Toy

It's the biggest and most expensive Lego set ever made. So we got our hands on one and built it. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/legos-ultimate-collectors-series-millennium-falcon-is-proof-lego-isnt-just-a-kids-toy/

This Inflatable Suitcase Made Out of Old Lorries Works Surprisingly Well

This idea sounds so weird, I can’t believe it really works. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-inflatable-suitcase-made-out-of-old-lorries-works-surprisingly-well/

Game of Thrones' Finale Will Have Multiple Versions

Can't trust anybody when it comes to leaks. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/game-of-thrones-finale-will-have-multiple-versions/

Martin Skhreli Gets Himself Thrown in Prison Ahead of Schedule

A chilling reminder of what can happen when you disrespect the Wu-Tang clan (and try to pay someone to assault a politician). from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/martin-skhreli-gets-himself-thrown-in-prison-ahead-of-schedule/

Yes, The iPhone 8 and iPhone X Do Support Fast Charging — But It'll Cost You £75 Extra

I suppose they did say "fast charging capable ." from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/yes-the-iphone-8-and-iphone-x-do-support-fast-charging-but-itll-cost-you-75-extra/

Polaroid Is Finally Making Proper Instant Film Cameras Again

On the 80th anniversary of the original company's founding, Polaroid is back with its new film camera, the OneType 2. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/polaroid-is-finally-making-proper-instant-film-cameras-again/

The New £10 Note is Now in Circulation

Vegans still can't eat it. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-new-10-note-is-now-in-circulation/

Every Room in My House Needs a Voice-Tracking, Licorice-Launching Catapult

We're docking a few points for the use of inferior sweets, but otherwise it's pretty cool. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/every-room-in-my-house-needs-a-voice-tracking-licorice-launching-catapult/

Horrible Flesh Eating Parasite Could Get a Vaccine One Day

A cure for an awful affliction that strikes over a million people every year might be on the horizon. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/horrible-flesh-eating-parasite-could-get-a-vaccine-one-day/

iPhone X Alternatives: Great Phones For People Who Don't Want to Spend £1,000

There are many cheaper alternatives to the iPhone X that still deliver a high-quality experience. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/iphone-x-alternatives-great-phones-for-people-who-dont-want-to-spend-1000/

This Solid Gold iPhone X Costs £53,000

For anyone who feels the £999 iPhone X is just too reasonably priced, here's a much swankier alternative. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-solid-gold-iphone-x-costs-53000/

Scientists Link ‘Cat’ Parasite to Common Neurological Disorders

New findings link it to several brain conditions, including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, epilepsy, and even some cancers. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/scientists-link-cat-parasite-to-common-neurological-disorders/

A Few Last Words on the Best Spacecraft of Our Lives, Before It Dies

This Friday, the probe will plunge itself into the planet’s atmosphere, becoming one with the very object of its fascination. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-few-last-words-on-the-best-spacecraft-of-our-lives-before-it-dies/

Giraffes Could Have Evolved Their Long Necks For a Surprising Reason

The story involves complex giraffe maths. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/giraffes-could-have-evolved-their-long-necks-for-a-surprising-reason/

Is AppleCare Still Worth It for the iPhone?

Or, more broadly, was it ever worth it? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/is-applecare-still-worth-it-for-the-iphone/

Alarming Study Indicates Why Certain Bacteria Are More Resistant to Drugs in Space

These findings could help to save lives as we venture out into space. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/alarming-study-indicates-why-certain-bacteria-are-more-resistant-to-drugs-in-space/

Kaleidoscopic Drone Footage Takes You To Mind-Bending Places That Can't Really Exist

Watching these European cities fold onto themselves is captivating. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/kaleidoscopic-drone-footage-takes-you-to-mind-bending-places-that-cant-really-exist/

23andMe Wants to Turn Your Genetic Data into a Drug-Discovery Goldmine

According to the company, each 23andMe customer's data contributes to an average of 200 different research studies. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/23andme-wants-to-turn-your-genetic-data-into-a-drug-discovery-goldmine/

Squirrels Organise Their Nuts Better Than Some Humans Organise Their Wardrobes

Cognitively speaking, a little organisation goes a long way. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/squirrels-organise-their-nuts-better-than-some-humans-organise-their-wardrobes/

This Month-Long Timelapse of Life at Sea Makes Me Want to Sail the World

It's so beautiful! from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/this-month-long-timelapse-of-life-at-sea-makes-me-want-to-sail-the-world/

I'm Going to Buy the iPhone X, and I Hate Myself for It

You think I’m an idiot. That’s fine, I do too. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/im-going-to-buy-the-iphone-x-and-i-hate-myself-for-it/

Apple's Creepy New Emoji Are a Gateway Drug to Furrydom

“This is the beginning of a new era.” from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/apples-creepy-new-emoji-are-a-gateway-drug-to-furrydom/

Particles in Tattoos Can Travel to Lymph Nodes, Study Finds

Although tattooing is a millennia-old art form, scientists haven't really studied its basic toxicological aspects until now. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/particles-in-tattoos-can-travel-to-lymph-nodes-study-finds/

Renault's Car of the Future is Also a Spare Room for Your House

Everyone needs somewhere to sit and look at their phone. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/renaults-car-of-the-future-is-also-a-spare-room-for-your-house/

A Pilot Remembers Why She Dreamed of Space Travel in This Lovely Animated Short

The meaning might be obvious, but the execution is rather beautiful. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/a-pilot-remembers-why-she-dreamed-of-space-travel-in-this-lovely-animated-short/

We Took This Autonomous Bus Around The Olympic Park

Buses are cool now. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/we-took-this-autonomous-bus-around-the-olympic-park/

Could a DNA Test Really Predict What You Look Like?

Terrifyingly named biotech firm Human Longevity has published a controversial paper claiming it can do just that. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/could-a-dna-test-really-predict-what-you-look-like/

Bank Boss Says Bitcoin's a Scam Doomed to Crash

Only good for drug dealers, says JP Morgan exec. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/bank-boss-says-bitcoins-a-scam-doomed-to-crash/

You Can No Longer Download Apps on Apple's Desktop iTunes

They're back in the App Store. As they should be. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/you-can-no-longer-download-apps-on-apples-desktop-itunes/

The 5 Best Roald Dahl Books of All Time

Happy Roald Dahl Day! from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/the-5-best-roald-dahl-books-of-all-time/

iPhone X Face ID Raises Some Scary Questions—Here Are Some Answers

It seems like Apple has anticipated a lot of concerns about this new feature, so we might not need to freak out quite yet. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/iphone-x-face-id-raises-some-scary-questions-here-are-some-answers/

Why Has Our Sun Been Freaking Out So Much Lately?

We should keep an eye on how our large-scale technology is affected, but otherwise, scientists say, this is normal star behaviour. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/why-has-our-sun-been-freaking-out-so-much-lately/

BAE Systems Plans Future AR Glasses for the Military

Literally decades away in all likelihood, but is testing overlay concepts right now. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/bae-systems-plans-future-ar-glasses-for-the-military/

Data Analysis Exonerates Rotten Tomatoes for Hollywood's Failures

In other words, don't blame the critics for dying movie profits, blame Hollywood budgets. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/data-analysis-exonerates-rotten-tomatoes-for-hollywoods-failures/

How Much Will the iPhone X Cost on Apple's Upgrade Plan?

Pros: it's pretty simple and could streamline your mobile payments. Cons: money. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/how-much-will-the-iphone-x-cost-on-apples-upgrade-plan/

Researchers Discover 'Atlantis' For Octopuses Off Australian Coast

This is the second discovered site of a gloomy octopus social group, raising the question: what are they up to? from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/researchers-discover-atlantis-for-octopuses-off-australian-coast/

Cellular Apple Watch Series 3 Will Cost £5 a Month on EE in UK

It's exclusive to EE in the UK, and your cellular data is going to cost you £5 a month. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/cellular-apple-watch-series-3-will-cost-5-a-month-on-ee-in-uk/

Alibaba Founder Jack Ma Has Set a New Bar for Tech CEO Weirdness

So...much...pelvic thrusting. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/alibaba-founder-jack-ma-has-set-a-new-bar-for-tech-ceo-weirdness/

iPhones Compared: How the iPhone X Stacks Up Against iPhone 8 and 8 Plus

Here's a rundown of which features come on which handsets. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/iphones-compared-how-the-iphone-x-stacks-up-against-iphone-8-and-8-plus/

New Test Can Detect Traces of Horse Meat in Your Beef

If only this test had been around during the Great Lasagna Fiasco of 2013. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/new-test-can-detect-traces-of-horse-meat-in-your-beef/

Bluetooth Security Flaws Impacting 'Billions of Devices' Come With Some Serious Caveats

Thankfully, iPhones running the most recent OS aren’t affected, and Windows phones are safe too. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/bluetooth-security-flaws-impacting-billions-of-devices-come-with-some-serious-caveats/

When Can You Get All the Shit Apple Announced?

Get your diaries ready. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/when-can-you-get-all-the-shit-apple-announced/

Did Apple Just Kill Rose Gold?

Apple seems to be doing away with its more daring colours. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/did-apple-just-kill-rose-gold/

Everything Apple Announced Today

We’ve compiled an all-in-one list of all the products and features Apple announced at tonight's event. from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/everything-apple-announced-today/

Our Friends at TechRadar Just Went Hands-On With the iPhone X - Here's What They Thought

So is this new iPhone X thing any good? Our good friends at TechRadar were lucky enough to be there playing with the new device. You can check out their thoughts here from gizmodo http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/09/our-friends-at-techradar-just-went-hands-on-with-the-iphone-x-heres-what-they-thought/