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Throughout history, the pursuit of technology to help us work harder, faster and more safely has led to some truly incredible inventions that have changed the world we live in — from the ancient tools first used by our ancestors to 21st-century breakthroughs such as bionic eyes and artificial intelligence (AI). Our expert writers and editors address the groundbreaking developments in robotics, quantum computing and much more with the latest future technology news, articles and features.
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This bizarre vortex doesn't just look cool — it can be a key cog in making scalable high-speed 6G networks a reality
By Roland Moore-Colyer published
Flexible plates and nanotubes could pave the way for adaptable controllers for terahertz 6G signals.
Best DSLR Nikon D850 at its lowest-ever price today, 4th of July
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals We named it 'Best DSLR' for wildlife and astrophotography, grab the Nikon D850 while it's at its lowest ever price in the run up to Prime Day.
Computer inspired by Japanese art of paper-cutting has no electronics and stores data in tiny cubes
By Owen Hughes published
The new mechanical computer uses 64 physical cubes to represent binary bits and is inspired by kirigami — the Japanese art of paper-folding and cutting.
We've tracked down a massive deal on one of the best fitness trackers in 2024
By Kate Carter published
Deals Save over $100 on Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 in gold at Amazon ahead of Prime Day
This robot could leap higher than the Statue of Liberty — if we ever build it properly
By Owen Hughes published
Engineers say they have created a design for a robot capable of jumping 400 feet into the air — and it could one day be heading for space.
AI is rapidly identifying new species. Can we trust the results?
By Patrick Pester published
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the way scientists monitor wildlife and find new species, but how effective are these new systems?
Save 64% on Occer 12x25 binoculars at Amazon
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals Pocket these compact and lightweight Occer 12x25 binos for just $26 in this pre-Prime Day deal at Amazon.
'Night vision lenses' could give you power to see in the dark using simple eyeglasses
By Roland Moore-Colyer published
Super-slim night-vision tech could be within reach thanks to a new material breakthrough that can capture infrared and visible light at the same time.
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