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Oldest known dog breed reveals hidden human history - Popular Science

The Iditarod is the longest annual sled dog race– covering over 1,500 miles across Alaska. But there’s another impressive, long-distance sled dog journey worth considering: their slow motion race through time. A close look into canine genetics reveals sled dogs have been around and on the move for thousands of years. Specifically, the Greenland sled dog–called Qimmeq (singular), or Qimmit (plural) in Greenlandic–has a history traceable all the way back 9,500 years to Zhokhov Island in Eastern Siberia. And they’ve been a distinct, isolated group for about 1,000 years of that time. They are among the oldest (and possibly the oldest) dog breed on Earth.

In a new study published July 10 in the journal Science, paleogeneticists mapped the path of these culturally important canines from their ancient origin up to the present day. The findings reveal new insights into Greenland sled dogs’ spread and movement over millennia and also the accompanying human history. The research could prove critical to preserving healthy sled dog populations far into the future.

A Greenland sled dog, or Qimmeq, puppy. CREDIT: Tatiana R. Feuerborn. 1,000 years of partnership

Throughout their long history, Qimmit have remained working dogs–still almost exclusively bred by mushers to pull sleds for transportation and to assist in hunts, Tatiana Feuerborn, lead study author and a paleogeneticist at the National Human Genome Research Institute at the National Institutes for Health, tells Popular Science.

“They’re a working dog that has been performing the same task with the same people for 1,000 years or more. That’s what sets them apart from other Arctic and sled dog breeds,” Feuerborn adds.

Alaskan huskies and malamutes, by comparison, are more intermixed with other types of dogs. And, now that these once-Arctic dogs are frequently bred as companion animals, rather than sled pullers, they’re the byproducts of a different type of selection.

Feuerborn and her co-authors dug into that distinctive history and sequenced 92 whole dog genomes, spanning from ancient times to the present day. Older samples came from museums, from bones collected at archaeological sites or fur preserved in traditional Inuit clothing. The 63 contemporary Qimmit genomes were provided by Greenlandic mushers who took cheek swaps and saliva from their own pups.

Tatiana taking DNA samples. CREDIT: Tatiana R. Feuerborn.

The research team separated the DNA into three major groupings: pre-contact between the Inuit and Europeans, post-contact until 1998, and then post-1998 to present-day samples. Next, they compared the genome groupings to each other. They also contrasted their dataset with three other major sources: previously analyzed DNA from ancient samples like the Siberian Zhokhov dog and a 3,700-year-old dog from Teshepuk Lake in Alaska, other modern dogs from around the world, and outgroups like wolves and black-backed jackals.

Modern dogs, ancient genes

They found that Qimmeq genetics have remained remarkably consistent over time, going back to the earliest known sled dogs. From their Siberian origin point nearly 10,000 years ago, the scientists were able to trace Qimmeq movement with people across the Arctic ice into Alaska, then across the Canadian Arctic to the northwest of Greenland. Because of how similar Qimmit genomes are to Alaskan and Canadian dogs from thousands of years prior, the researchers infer that Inuit spread across the North American Arctic unfolded rapidly–in as little as one to two centuries–before the Greenland sled dogs became relatively isolated.

Based on sled dog genetic markers, Feuerborn and her colleagues suggest the Inuit arrived in Greenland between 800 and 1,200 years ago. These dates are a few centuries earlier than most estimates, suggesting the Inuit got to Greenland sooner than previously thought, she says.

“We’re not the first people to say this… but this is some of the first quantifiable evidence that really lends credence to it,” she notes.

In the scope of archaeological time, a century or two may not seem like much, but it could shift the narrative around whether the Inuit or the Norse Vikings made their way to the land mass first, she notes. “There’s been this debate back and forth…so now this might push a little more towards the earlier arrival of the Inuit into the North,” she says

The researchers then looked at various populations of Qimmit living in Greenland. They found the oldest dog genomes split cleanly into four groups: northern, western, eastern, and northeastern populations. The finding mirrors human DNA results and supports the idea that, since the peopling of Greenland, different Inuit groups had limited amounts of mixing, instead staying largely in their distinct regions and settlements.

The direction of human development in Greenland has long been a question, with competing counterclockwise and clockwise theories. Tracing Qimmeq genetics indicates that both sides of the discussion have credence. Inuit movement in Greenland seems to have branched in both directions from the initial, northern settlement point, in two waves, per the study.

The northeastern findings are especially notable because they confirm the existence of a pre-European-contact human community in that region. Previously, this group was only indicated by scant archaeological findings and they died out without leaving a clear historical record. The level of canine inbreeding, drops in genetic diversity, and estimated dog population size over time there, indicates that people in the area likely struggled with famine and couldn’t maintain robust sled dog numbers, according to Feuerborn. Elsewhere, known historical events like well-documented famines, a canine distemper outbreak, and a rabies outbreak are also clearly reflected in the dog DNA.

Mixing with wolves?

One surprise came in the analyses of wolf gene markers within Qimmit. Surprisingly, despite many historical records of Greenlanders purposefully outbreeding their sled dogs with local wolves to boost pack health, there was little evidence that Qimmit are more closely linked to wolves than any other sled dog groups.

“We know in the recent era that these hybridization events have occurred,” Feuerborn says, so “we were shocked” by the results.

It’s possible that, despite these purposeful outbreeding events, wolf genes don’t persist in the sled dog population because they’re not all that beneficial after all. Qimmit are under very strong selection to be good team players, willing to work with humans, strong endurance athletes, cold-tolerant, and to be able to subsist off a very specific all-meat and blubber diet. If they fail on any one count, they won’t survive over the long term, she explains. “If a wolf-dog hybrid can’t perform well, they’re not going to be maintained in the population.”

But another possibility is that they just didn’t have enough samples to parse out wolf influence in the sled dogs’ genes. In any paleogenetic research, there’s always the chance of inadvertent bias or missed connections because the sample pool is necessarily small. “More samples from the regions of interest would potentially give us a different or a more nuanced answer,” notes Feuerborn.

Sled dogs need many qualities, including being strong team members, endurance athletes, and working well with humans. CREDIT: Carsten Egevang. Snowmobiles can’t smell polar bears

In total though, the research is an illuminating glimpse into Qimmeq history and important information for the dogs’ future conservation. Modern technologies, lifestyle changes, and climate change have led to Qimmit population declines. In 2002, there were about 25,000 in Greenland. As of 2020, there were around 13,000. However, sled dogs retain an important cultural place in Greenlandic society, as living markers of heritage and history– as well as a critical practical role.

Greenland’s geology means that settlements around the landmass are still separated by vast, roadless expanses of land. In most cases, snowmobile or dog sled are the only means of overland travel between the various coastal enclaves. “Unlike a snowmobile, sled dogs aren’t going to break down and they’re not going to run out of gas,” Feuerborn says. “They definitely are the optimum resource,” for transportation and for hunting, she notes. After all, snowmobiles can’t smell seals or polar bears, nor travel quietly enough to avoid scaring off potential prey.

Preserving a healthy Qimmeq population requires an understanding of their current status, how much inbreeding is occurring, and what the minimum necessary numbers are for avoiding the spread of deleterious mutations. And so, despite declines, all signs seem positive. “They’re actually really healthy dogs,” says Feuerborn. She hopes her work helps them stay that way.

“Of course, conservation normally focuses on wild species,” she notes. “But dogs have been so intrinsically tied to human history as the first domesticated animal. They have been at the formation of every human society. In Greenland in particular, these dogs have been there all along. Being able to preserve that cultural history alongside the genetic history is important. It has immense cultural value.”

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Prime Day iPad Deals Feature Up to $120 Off iPad Air, iPad Mini, and iPad - MacRumors

iPads have had some of the biggest discounts during Prime Day this year, and you can still find multiple record low prices on the iPad, iPad mini, and iPad Air today. Our main post has all of the Apple Prime Day deals that you can find on Amazon this year.

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Amazon is taking up to $55 off Wi-Fi and cellular models of Apple's 11th generation iPad for Prime Day. Prices start at $279.00 for the 128GB Wi-Fi iPad, down from $349.00, a new all-time low price on this model.

$70 OFF128GB Wi-Fi iPad for $279.00
$70 OFF256GB Wi-Fi iPad for $379.00
$70 OFF512GB Wi-Fi iPad for $579.00
iPad Mini 7

Amazon has record low prices on every Wi-Fi model of the iPad mini 7 this week, starting at $379.00 for the 128GB Wi-Fi tablet, down from $499.00. You'll also find a few deals on cellular models during this sale.

$120 OFF128GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $379.00
$120 OFF256GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $479.00
$120 OFF512GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $679.00
M3 iPad Air

Amazon this week has discounts across nearly the entire M3 iPad Air lineup, offering $100 off these tablets. Prices start at $479.00 for the 128GB Wi-Fi 11-inch M3 iPad Air, down from $599.00.

$120 OFF11-inch M3 iPad Air (128GB Wi-Fi) for $479.00
$120 OFF13-inch M3 iPad Air (128GB Wi-Fi) for $679.00
11-inch M3 iPad Air

128GB Wi-Fi - $479.00, down from $599.00

256GB Wi-Fi - $579.00, down from $699.00

512GB Wi-Fi - $779.00, down from $899.00

1TB Wi-Fi - $979.00, down from $1,099.00

13-inch M3 iPad Air

128GB Wi-Fi - $679.00, down from $799.00

256GB Wi-Fi - $779.00, down from $899.00

512GB Wi-Fi - $979.00, down from $1,099.00

1TB Wi-Fi - $1,179.00, down from $1,299.00

If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.

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128GB Wi-Fi - $479.00, down from $599.00

256GB Wi-Fi - $579.00, down from $699.00

512GB Wi-Fi - $779.00, down from $899.00

1TB Wi-Fi - $979.00, down from $1,099.00

13-inch M3 iPad Air

128GB Wi-Fi - $679.00, down from $799.00

256GB Wi-Fi - $779.00, down from $899.00

512GB Wi-Fi - $979.00, down from $1,099.00

1TB Wi-Fi - $1,179.00, down from $1,299.00

What Happens if Trump Kills Section 8? - Planetizen

What Happens if Trump Kills Section 8? Shelterforce Thu, 07/10/2025 - 10:00 Primary Image

In “What Happens if Trump Kills Section 8?,” Shelterforce explores the devastating implications of the Trump administration’s FY 2026 budget proposal to nearly eliminate HUD's rental assistance programs — cutting funding for Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs), Section 8, public housing, and supportive housing by 43 percent, and consolidating them into an underfunded, block-granted lump sum.

The article recounts Althea Matthews’ struggle — who lost her NYC home, then found an EHV, and now faces losing it again — highlighting how this proposed budget threatens housing stability for millions, especially seniors, people with disabilities, and extremely low-income families. Officials warn the cuts could lead to homelessness surges, bankrupt public housing authorities, and dismantle support systems that have been painstakingly built. The piece underscores that, while block grants are pitched as efficient, in reality they strip accountability and equity, putting vulnerable renters at grave risk.

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NFL Apps Rolling Out on CarPlay Starting With These Teams - MacRumors

As spotted by 9to5Mac's Zac Hall, NFL team apps are rolling out on CarPlay.

The official Buffalo Bills and Chicago Bears apps gained CarPlay support earlier this year, followed by the official New Orleans Saints app this week. All three apps are developed by a company named YinzCam, which says it develops the official apps for a total of 25 NFL teams, 18 NHL teams, 17 NBA teams, 16 MLS clubs, and more.

In the CarPlay apps, fans can listen to live audio and radio broadcasts for their favorite team's games, right on their vehicle's dashboard.

YinzCam will presumably continue to roll out CarPlay support across its portfolio of NFL apps, but for now only Bills, Bears, and Saints fans can take advantage. The only NFL teams that the company does not develop apps for are the Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Los Angeles Rams, and New England Patriots.

Starting with iOS 18.4, released in late March, CarPlay apps that stream audio for live sports events can show a scoreboard for the game on the CarPlay screen, right alongside controls for the audio feed. The revamped Now Playing view can show team logos, scores, the game clock, and more. Based on screenshots shared by YinzCam last month, however, it appears that the company has not yet implemented this feature.

Related Reading: iOS 26 Upgrades CarPlay in These 10 WaysRelated Roundup: CarPlayTag: NFLRelated Forum: HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto Technology
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Review: Aqara's G410 Doorbell Camera Brings HomeKit Support and Hub Features for $130 - MacRumors

Smart home accessory maker Aqara today launched the Doorbell Camera Hub G410, which integrates with HomeKit and offers HomeKit Secure Video Support.

I was able to test the Doorbell Camera Hub G410 ahead of launch, and it's a solid doorbell camera, and even better if you have an Aqara setup or plan to get more Aqara products. The G410 includes a Matter controller and it is able to serve as a hub for other Aqara Zigbee devices, like Aqara's door locks, so you don't need a standalone hub that doesn't serve another purpose. For Thread-based devices, it's also a Thread border router that can improve connectivity.

Aqara's camera has a unique look that sets it apart from other cameras like Ring. It has a simple, sleek look with a large main camera and a button that can be pressed to ring the doorbell below. If you have the wiring for a doorbell set up, you can use that to power it, or you can use 6 AA batteries that come with it. There are also multiple options for mounting, including a sticky backing or screws. Aqara includes a wedge plate that can be used to angle the doorbell out from the wall if needed. I don't know the IP rating of the G410, but it has survived rain and heat with no issue.

6AA batteries is a lot of batteries, so a wired connection might be the best option. I haven't had the doorbell long enough to get a good feel for how long the battery lasts, but Aqara says the batteries should be good for up to five months. Other camera systems like Ring include a rechargeable battery, but with the Aqara doorbell, you'll need to keep standard AA batteries on hand. That can be a good thing or a bad thing depending on whether you prefer standard batteries or a proprietary battery pack. To get to the batteries, you need to unscrew the backing from the side, which is an extra step during replacement that's inconvenient.

Setup requires connecting the Chime to the Aqara app, then following the steps to pair the doorbell. From there, it can be added to ‌HomeKit‌ through the Aqara app's settings. This is a ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌ camera when linked to ‌HomeKit‌, so it respects those settings. You can choose different recording modes for when people are home and when people are away, turning off video recording entirely if you want. Facial recognition is also supported, and it can detect people who are stored in the People album of your Photo Library.

There's a Chime that is included with the G410, and that's the hub component. It needs to be plugged in all the time, and you need to supply your own power adapter. Unlike the accompanying chime from Ring, Aqara's model attaches to a surface using mounting tape that's included. The Chime and the G410 both play a sound when the doorbell is pressed, so you can position the Chime anywhere inside to be able to hear the doorbell.

The video feed is wide-angle with a 176 degree field of view that captures most of what's around it. It's 2K video, and it's fairly crisp in good lighting, but it's nothing outstanding. It's comparable to Ring video footage. When the doorbell is on and recording, the light on it turns red. When it's off, there's no light. The light can be turned off in the settings.

The button to sound the doorbell is satisfying to press, and it's larger and easier to press than buttons on Ring doorbell cameras. Volume and tone of the doorbell can be customized, and you can even upload your own MP3 sound.

There's a motion detection option that can be paired with other devices, as well as alarms that will sound if it's over or under operating temperature outside (-4 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit). You can also set up automations with other ‌HomeKit‌ devices in the Home app, or in the Aqara app with Aqara devices. If you have an Aqara lock, for example, the doorbell camera can be set to start recording when the lock is accessed.

At night, there's an infrared night vision option. It's not the clearest video ever, but it's adequate to see what's going on around your home if someone is close. I appreciate that there are two versions of night vision, one that's the standard black and white and a second that turns on a light to capture color. Select areas can be excluded either in the Home app or the Aqara app, and audio recording can be turned off if desired.

Face detection, lingerer detection (for when someone is approaching), doorbell ringing, and tamper detection are all Aqara app settings that the doorbell can detect. Facial recognition is done on device with no data uploaded to Aqara or Apple, though there is an option to save recorded videos to the cloud when a face is detected. For when you don't want the doorbell to ring, there is a do not disturb option. If you're in an area that your doorbell is at risk of being stolen, there's a tamper alarm and a setting that prevents it from being reset without the Aqara app.

Aqara says there's a mmWave sensor that can better detect people while filtering out other movement, and I haven't seen it struggle, but my Ring cameras also don't have a problem with person detection so I'm not sure how to judge the sensor. There is a built-in microphone and sensor so you can converse with someone that comes to the door. There are also robot, clown, and anonymous voice options if you want to disguise your voice for some reason. Video recording seems to start when motion is detected, and the live view loads within a couple of seconds when you open up the app.

While Aqara supports cloud-based storage, both through ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌ and through the Aqara HomeGuardian service, local storage is also an option. The doorbell takes a microSD card (up to 512GB) and video can be saved locally. The microSD card is in the Chime that's inside the house, so it can't be tampered with. Having Aqara's paid cloud service and ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌ is confusing, but if you want to use the G410 with ‌HomeKit‌ and have a paid iCloud plan for ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌, you don't need HomeGuardian. If you don't use ‌HomeKit‌ or have ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌, you can only use local storage unless you pay for HomeGuardian.

Aqara provides a free 30-day trial, but it does cost $4.99 per month for one camera or $9.99 for multiple cameras, with yearly purchase options also available. With HomeGuardian, there's continuous recording and 90-day storage for footage, but that footage is stored on Aqara's servers rather than in ‌iCloud‌ or locally. I don't think HomeGuardian is absurdly priced or anything, but I do think it's confusing for consumers in conjunction with ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌. Aqara doesn't do much to explain ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌ in the Aqara app, or how it can be used as an alternative to HomeGuardian.

Given that this is an Apple-focused site, most people here are probably going to want to use the G410 with ‌HomeKit‌ and the ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌ functionality rather than Aqara's paid solution. Almost all ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌ cameras have a wired connection, but the G410 can be battery operated, and as far as I know, there aren't many HSV cameras that are able to do that.

The timeline for events in the Aqara app is easy to use to find what you're looking for, with multiple view options and filters. It doesn't have alerts for animals, vehicles, or package deliveries, but ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌ does that if you're looking for that functionality.

Bottom Line
Aqara's Camera Hub G410 is an affordable video doorbell, with an option to use ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌ or local storage. If you have other Aqara products, want a ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌ doorbell, or if you're just looking for a reasonably priced video doorbell, the G410 is worth considering.

How to Buy
The Aqara Doorbell Camera Hub G410 in black or gray can be purchased from the Aqara website for $130 with a 1-month HomeGuardian plan included. There's also a G410 Select model that's available for $135, and it includes a 3-month HomeGuardian free trial. The Select model comes in black or white.Tag: Aqara
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Mad emperor Caligula may have been a big plant guy - Popular Science

By most historical accounts, the Roman Emperor Caligula was a nightmare–a sadistic, debaucherous, and unstable despot. However, some new reevaluations of primary source documents and ethnobotanical fieldwork now suggests there was more to the madman than tyrannical bloodlust. According to a study published in the Proceedings of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts, Caligula was also fond of learning about medicinal plants.

Few ancient rulers are as infamous as Caligula. Ruling Rome from only 37 to 41 CE, historical accounts indicate that the young Roman Emperor managed to pack an impressive amount of cruelty, debauchery, and bizarre edicts into reign. Although initially depicted in a more positive light, sources like Suetonius’ The Twelve Caesars describe Caligula as a “monster” by the time of his assassination in 41 CE. Among his many misdeeds: the emperor wantonly ordered the torture and execution of enemies, engaged in multiple incestuous relationships, and declared himself a god. At one point, he even planned to appoint his horse as a consul.

An overlooked anecdote

However, Suetonius’ biography of Caligula also includes an often overlooked anecdote—one that caught the eye of experts at the Yale Ancient Pharmacology Program (YAPP). According to the 2nd century text, an unknown Roman senator who rose to the high rank of praetor once requested that Caligula grant him a leave of absence due to an undescribed ailment. The senator then traveled 65 miles northwest of Athens to the ancient Greek town of Antikyra to receive treatments concocted from “hellebore.”

Once there, he made the unwise choice: the senator asked Caligula to extend his stay. Instead, the Roman Emperor apparently ordered his execution, allegedly joking afterwards that, “a bloodletting was necessary for one whom hellebore had not benefited in all that time.”

But what is hellebore, and why the town of Antikyra? Furthermore, how did the doomed senator and Caligula already know about them? To find out, a team from YAPP decided to scour available historical texts as well as orchestrate a trip to the tiny town itself.

A view of Antikyra as seen today. Credit: YAPP Ancient Rome’s Mayo Clinic

“It is remarkable that Antikyra is mentioned in the historical record since it was never an important cultural or economic destination,” Trevor Luke, a YAPP faculty affiliate and Florida State University associate professor of classics as well as study co-author, said in a statement.

Luke and his colleagues found that while not a cultural or trading hub, the port town was known for medical concoctions based on a flowering plant called hellebore. These included treatments for, “melancholy, insanity, epilepsy, and gout,” according to the study. Ancient texts also mention two types of hellebore—white hellebore for head issues, and black hellebore for the bowels.

“Our work suggests that Antikyra functioned as a kind of Mayo Clinic of the Roman world—a place where affluent and influential Romans visited for medical treatments not widely available elsewhere,” explained Andrew Koh, YAPP’s principal investigator and research scientist at the Yale Peabody Museum.

There was a major problem. The “hellebore” growing today isn’t necessarily the hellebore of ancient Rome. Today’s botanical taxonomies didn’t exist then, and plant identities often also shift over time and place. The study’s authors cite an interview with an herbalist living in Antikyra today as an example: the individual knew “elleboro” to be a dwarf elderberry, but the ancient text descriptions don’t resemble the latter plant at all. Today, the closest area to host large amounts of “hellebore” matching its Roman description is about 25 miles north of Antikyra—over 2,500 feet above sea level on the southern slopes of Mount Helicon.

Regardless of the sourcing, Antikyra’s various hellebore potions were famous enough by the first century BCE for Roman “bigwigs” like the senator to know of them, said Luke. He and his team also believe Caligula was well aware of the town’s speciality. After all, it promised potential cures for many of his own major issues, including epilepsy, insomnia, and “insanity.”

An example of hellebore collected from Greece. Credit: YAPP Alternative treatments and theories

Trevor and Koh theorize that Caligula, already aware of Antikyra and how long a hellebore treatment should take, believed that the senator was abusing his leave of absence. What’s more, the “bloodletting” quip implies the emperor previously read De Medicina, a medical treatise written during the reign of Tiberius, Caligula’s predecessor. In it, the author recommends bloodletting to epileptics as an alternative to hellebore.

“It’s [also] possible that Suetonius is wrong, and that Caligula wasn’t ordering the man’s execution but simply prescribing an alternative treatment that he had read about or knew from his own experience,” said Luke.

Importantly, the team cautions that this is not meant to absolve Caligula of his many other atrocities. If anything, some of those accounts only further bolster the hypothesis that the emperor was well-versed in botany. He was a notorious fan of poisoning his enemies, for example, and the Hellenistic Jewish philosopher Philo described him as misusing the works of Apollo, god of medicine. Caligula was also convinced that his own father, Germanicus, died from poisoning, a belief that may have encouraged him to study medicinal plants in order to avoid the same fate.

Koh, Luke, and colleagues next plan to study the phytochemicals in hellebore specimens harvested from Greece, as well as test their biochemistry and efficacy against ancient medicine’s claims. In the meantime, they say their reevaluation isn’t meant to clear Caligula’s name, but instead offer a more complex look at the man.

“We’re presenting a more complete and well-rounded version of Caligula as a ruler who was in tune with the medical wisdom of his day,” said Luke.

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Sean Duffy Targets Rainbow Crosswalks in Road Safety Efforts - Planetizen

Sean Duffy Targets Rainbow Crosswalks in Road Safety Efforts Diana Ionescu Thu, 07/10/2025 - 09:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption A rainbow crosswalk in San Francisco, California.

In a purported effort to reduce traffic fatalities, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has directed states to remove “rainbow crosswalks” — “even though a 2022 Bloomberg study showed that multi-colored "asphalt art" actually cuts crashes between motorists and vulnerable road users by 50 percent on average.”

Writing in Streetsblog USA, Kea Wilson notes that Duffy’s letter to state governors sought to address traffic deaths on arterial roads — not the smaller neighborhood roads usually home to multicolored crosswalks. “Moreover, advocates pointed out that many American arterials are sorely lacking in any crosswalks at all, nevermind ones that double as horizontal murals.”

Although some critics of non-traditional crosswalks say they could decrease safety, evidence shows that brighter, more colorful crosswalk treatments can actually improve safety. “Many advocates have actually pushed to add rainbow crosswalks to the list of recommended markings in the MUTCD because of their potential to save lives, along with other revisions like prompting traffic engineers to install more frequent and better-protected crosswalks on neighborhood arterials.”

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Sean Duffy Targets Rainbow Crosswalks in Road Safety Efforts Diana Ionescu Thu, 07/10/2025 - 09:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption A rainbow crosswalk in San Francisco, California.

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5 Reasons to Buy an iPhone 17 Air in September - MacRumors

We're just a couple months away from the launch of new iPhone models, and rumors are starting to really pick up. This year, we're expecting an all-new iPhone 17 Air, which will be the first notable redesign to the ‌iPhone‌'s form factor since the ‌iPhone‌ 12 launched.

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It's super thin. As we saw in a video of a dummy model shared by Majin Bu, the ‌iPhone 17 Air‌ looks sleek and modern. It's thinner than any ‌iPhone‌ that has come before it, and we're expecting it to be super light in the hand due to the thin design.

No frills. Since it's thin, Apple had to cut space. There's a 48-megapixel single-lens rear camera instead of multiple cameras to swap between, so if you like a straightforward setup, this is the ‌iPhone‌ for you. No fussing with Telephoto lenses or Ultra Wide lenses, but you do get Apple's best and most versatile lens. Plus a front-facing selfie camera, of course.

Price. Apple's fresh new design isn't going to be the most expensive ‌iPhone‌. It's going to be priced similarly to the iPhone 16 Plus that it's replacing, and it won't be as expensive as the iPhone 17 Pro models.

The A19 Pro chip. The latest rumors say it's going to get the same A19 Pro chip that Apple plans to use for the Pro models, but with one fewer GPU core. It should also have 12GB RAM, so it's going to be a super-capable thin device.

The colors. The ‌iPhone 17 Air‌ could come in a very light blue shade that's almost silver, possibly like the M4 MacBook Air. It's also expected to be available in black, silver, and light gold, and if the black shade is similar to the dummy model in the video, it should look quite nice.

For more on what to expect from the ‌iPhone 17 Air‌, make sure to check out our iPhone 17 Air roundup.Related Roundup: iPhone 17 AirRelated Forum: iPhone
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5 Reasons to Buy an iPhone 17 Air in September - MacRumors

It's super thin. As we saw in a video of a dummy model shared by Majin Bu, the ‌iPhone 17 Air‌ looks sleek and modern. It's thinner than any ‌iPhone‌ that has come before it, and we're expecting it to be super light in the hand due to the thin design.

No frills. Since it's thin, Apple had to cut space. There's a 48-megapixel single-lens rear camera instead of multiple cameras to swap between, so if you like a straightforward setup, this is the ‌iPhone‌ for you. No fussing with Telephoto lenses or Ultra Wide lenses, but you do get Apple's best and most versatile lens. Plus a front-facing selfie camera, of course.

Price. Apple's fresh new design isn't going to be the most expensive ‌iPhone‌. It's going to be priced similarly to the iPhone 16 Plus that it's replacing, and it won't be as expensive as the iPhone 17 Pro models.

The A19 Pro chip. The latest rumors say it's going to get the same A19 Pro chip that Apple plans to use for the Pro models, but with one fewer GPU core. It should also have 12GB RAM, so it's going to be a super-capable thin device.

The colors. The ‌iPhone 17 Air‌ could come in a very light blue shade that's almost silver, possibly like the M4 MacBook Air. It's also expected to be available in black, silver, and light gold, and if the black shade is similar to the dummy model in the video, it should look quite nice.

‘Architectural Epidemiology:’ Centering Public Health in Urban Design - Planetizen

‘Architectural Epidemiology:’ Centering Public Health in Urban Design Diana Ionescu Thu, 07/10/2025 - 08:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption Gillett Square, East London.

“What if buildings and neighborhoods were planned with health and climate risks in mind, just like businesses use financial data to guide their decisions?” Liz York poses this question in an op-ed for Next Cities, leaning on the findings in Adele Houghton and Carlos Castillo-Salgado’s new book, Architectural Epidemiology.

Just as a doctor might diagnose a patient based on symptoms and environmental exposures, Houghton and Castillo-Salgado’s framework helps designers, developers and policymakers diagnose the health of a place.

The process uses place-based data about health and climate to inform customized development strategies. In the South Bronx, one of New York City’s most environmentally burdened neighborhoods, an affordable housing development “took an indoor-focused strategy” to improve air quality for residents. “With no regulatory leverage to reduce nearby traffic or emissions, the project team instead designed a protective shell: a high-performance building envelope, mechanical exhaust and ventilation systems, low-VOC materials and a no-smoking policy. These features directly addressed local respiratory and cardiovascular risk data, providing a sanctuary of clean air in a polluted context.”

Other, larger projects have the opportunity to be part of a broader health equity initiative. In East London’s Hackney borough, a project called Gillett Square that dates back to the 1980s transformed a former parking lot and surrounding area into a square surrounded by workspaces and retail prioritized for local businesses and cultural groups. “Importantly, these design moves responded to both immediate and long-term public health concerns identified in the Architectural Epidemiology framework: exposure to air pollution, heat vulnerability, mental health stressors and pedestrian safety risks.”

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Publication Next City Publication Date Mon, 07/07/2025 - 12:00 Publication Links What If We Designed Cities Like a Doctor? 2 minutes

‘Architectural Epidemiology:’ Centering Public Health in Urban Design - Planetizen

‘Architectural Epidemiology:’ Centering Public Health in Urban Design Diana Ionescu Thu, 07/10/2025 - 08:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption Gillett Square, East London.

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Publication Next City Publication Date Mon, 07/07/2025 - 12:00 Publication Links What If We Designed Cities Like a Doctor? 2 minutes

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Clean the air while you clean up on savings with air purifiers up to 45% off for Prime Day - Popular Science

Whether you’re coughing through wildfire smoke, sneezing at pollen, sidestepping highway fumes, or suffering the headaches of new furniture off-gassing, air purifiers are a must-have, especially for asthma sufferers. We love these devices for making our home air cleaner, quieter, and more comfortable—particularly in the summer, when allergens and emissions are at their worst. And right now, some of our favorite models are seeing steep discounts for Amazon Prime Day, which ends July 11. Check out our air purifiers for asthma roundup and best smart air purifier roundup for expert recommendations—but don’t wait to hit “Buy” if you want to breath easy. Remember, if you don’t have an active Amazon Prime subscription, you can sign up for a free 30-day trial here.

Blueair Blue Signature — $349.99 (was $449.99) The modern design helps it fit nicely in any room.

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Blueair just released its flagship Blue Signature, and this new favorite is already getting a rare 20% discount—it’s just $349.99 for Prime Day. This is its first-ever sale, and we’re fans of this fan. We’ve been running it in our house for a few weeks now, and the sleek aesthetic fits in beautifully. The display is clean and easy to read, and the real-time sensor is legit—it kicks into high gear as soon as we start cooking or even blow-drying hair in the next room. It’s intuitive, responsive, and refreshingly unobtrusive. You can even use the top as a sidetable and monitor the functions via Wi-Fi. For a just-launched model with premium filtration and automation, this is the kind of Prime Day price you don’t skip.

Blueair Pure 311i Max — $173 (was $229.99) You don’t always need the biggest purifier.

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Want to save even more on a last-gen. model that still impresses? The Blueair Pure 311i Max, now $173 (was $229.99—that’s 25% off), was our previous daily driver, and it’s still a standout. It’s in our best air purifiers roundup and our guide to smoke-fighting air purifiers for a reason—it works, and it’s quite quiet while doing it. This connected model is perfect for bedrooms or home offices, where stealth and effectiveness matter. Same smart sensors, same reliability, and a price that makes grabbing a second unit for another room a no-brainer.

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Blue Pure 211i Max — $199 (was $349.99)
Blue Pure 511i Max — $94.99 (was $139.99)

Other air purifier deals

Coway Airmega AP-1512HH Mighty (White & Black) — $154.99 (35.42% OFF, down from $239.99)
Coway Airmega 400 (White) — $354.99 (45.3% OFF, down from $649)
Coway Airmega 100 (White) — $84.99 (34.62% OFF, down from $129.99)
Coway Airmega 250 — $259 (35.09% OFF, down from $399)
Coway Airmega ProX (Beige and White) — $655.99 (34.4% OFF, down from $999.99)
Coway Airmega 350 (White and Beige) — $245.99 (27.44% OFF, down from $339)
Coway Airmega 450 (White and Beige) — $324.99 (34.87% OFF, down from $499)
Coway Airmega Aim (Marshmallow) — $99.49 (33.67% OFF, down from $149.99)
LEVOIT Air Purifier for Home Bedroom, Smart WiFi Alexa Control — $70 (was $89)
LEVOIT Air Purifier, Covers Up to 1074 ft² by 56W High Torque Motor — $85 (was $99)
LEVOIT Air Purifier for Home Large Room Up to 1074Ft² with Air Quality Monitor — $110 (was $140)
LEVOIT Air Purifiers for Home Large Room Up to 1878 Ft² with Washable Pre-Filter — $150 (was $190)
LEVOIT Air Purifiers for Home, Large Room Up to 2933 Ft² With HEPA Sleep Mode — $250 (was $300)

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This flash deal from The Home Depot has DeWalt power tools and kits for ridiculously low prices - Popular Science

You can find lots of tool deals out there on shopping holidays, but right now The Home Depot is running deep discounts on some very serious hardware. This one-day flash sale has dropped prices on tons of pro-grade tools from DeWalt. These are powerful devices meant for real jobsites or serious enthusiasts, so go grab some and get to work.

DeWalt 20V MAX XR Cordless Brushless Reciprocating Saw, 20V 6.0Ah Battery, 20V 4.0Ah Battery, and 20V 2.0Ah Battery $228 (was $398) Show me a room I couldn’t demolish with this kit. It doesn’t exist.

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If you’ve ever done demolition of any kind, you know that a reciprocating saw is the perfect tool. A precise two-finger trigger controls the 1-1/8 in. strokes, which make quick work of everything from timber to metal depending on the blade you choose. It’s powerful, but light so it’s easy to handle. Plus, this kit comes with a trio of batteries that work across the DeWalt arsenal, so you can grab this tool and others and they’ll work together nicely.

I have gone through several reciprocating saws in my life, so I’ll definitely be picking up one of these.

DeWalt 2400 PSI 1.1 GPM Cold Water Electric Pressure Washer $199 (was $399) Pressure washing is like meditation only more fun.

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While most of the deals focus on battery-powered tools, this pressure washer is fully half-off right now. This 2400 PSI machine comes with a total of five different nozzles, so it can be gentle enough to clean a car without damaging it, but also belligerent enough to blast embedded grime off of your sidewalk. It’s easy to move thanks to the integrated wheels and it runs relatively quietly despite its power.

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OWC Takes $100 Off Popular 14-Port Thunderbolt Dock During Prime Day-Like Sale - MacRumors

OWC kicked off a new sale this week, offering big Prime Day-like discounts on a variety of USB-C docks, memory cards, external drives and enclosures, and Mac accessories. Some of these deals won't be applied until you add the items to your cart, at which time an automatic coupon will be applied to your order.

Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with OWC. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.

There are a few notable deals in this sale, including $100 off the popular 14-Port Thunderbolt Dock for Mac, available for $179.99, which is the first time we've tracked a big discount on the dock all summer. If you purchase a qualifying new or used Mac at the same time as this dock, you can get an additional $20 off the accessory at checkout.

SITEWIDE DEALSOWC Summer SaleDocks and Hubs

OWC USB-C Travel Dock - $34.99, down from $49.99

Thunderbolt Mini Dock - $89.99 when added to cart, down from $129.99

Thunderbolt Hub - $109.99 when added to cart, down from $129.99

14-Port Thunderbolt Dock - $179.99, down from $279.99

Thunderbolt Go Dock - $199.99 when added to cart, down from $349.99

Memory Cards

480GB OWC Atlas Pro - $159.99 when added to cart, down from $199.99

960GB OWC Atlas Pro - $329.99 when added to cart, down from $399.99

External Drives and Enclosures

2TB Envoy Pro FX SSD - $299.99 when added to cart, down from $379.99

4TB Envoy Pro FX - $459.99 when added to cart, down from $649.99

Miscellaneous

2M USB-C to USB-C Charging Cable - $3.99, down from $14.99

Matias Wireless Multi-Pairing Keyboard - $49.99, down from $69.00

If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.

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OWC USB-C Travel Dock - $34.99, down from $49.99

Thunderbolt Mini Dock - $89.99 when added to cart, down from $129.99

Thunderbolt Hub - $109.99 when added to cart, down from $129.99

14-Port Thunderbolt Dock - $179.99, down from $279.99

Thunderbolt Go Dock - $199.99 when added to cart, down from $349.99

Memory Cards

480GB OWC Atlas Pro - $159.99 when added to cart, down from $199.99

960GB OWC Atlas Pro - $329.99 when added to cart, down from $399.99

External Drives and Enclosures

2TB Envoy Pro FX SSD - $299.99 when added to cart, down from $379.99

4TB Envoy Pro FX - $459.99 when added to cart, down from $649.99

Miscellaneous

2M USB-C to USB-C Charging Cable - $3.99, down from $14.99

Matias Wireless Multi-Pairing Keyboard - $49.99, down from $69.00

If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.

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Study: London Low-Traffic Neighborhoods See 35% Drop in Road Injuries - Planetizen

Study: London Low-Traffic Neighborhoods See 35% Drop in Road Injuries Diana Ionescu Thu, 07/10/2025 - 07:00 Primary Image

A new study found a 35 percent drop in overall road injuries in one of London’s low-traffic neighborhoods (LTN), areas designed to prioritize people on bikes and on foot.

As Ron Johnson explains in Momentum, “the injury reduction inside LTNs was consistent across different user groups and locations, although the benefit was smaller in outer London LTNs introduced since 2020. Where LTNs were removed, injury levels rose back to pre-intervention rates.” According to the researchers, the LTNs prevented over 600 injuries during the study period.

Further, the analysis addressed a common criticism, that LTNs could potentially shift dangerous traffic to other streets, finding that cyclists and motorcyclists on boundary roads around LTNs also saw a decrease in injury rates.

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Publication Momentum Magazine Publication Date Wed, 07/09/2025 - 12:00 Publication Links Low-Traffic Neighborhoods Cut Serious Road Injuries by a Third, Study Finds 1 minute

Study: London Low-Traffic Neighborhoods See 35% Drop in Road Injuries - Planetizen

Study: London Low-Traffic Neighborhoods See 35% Drop in Road Injuries Diana Ionescu Thu, 07/10/2025 - 07:00 Primary Image

A new study found a 35 percent drop in overall road injuries in one of London’s low-traffic neighborhoods (LTN), areas designed to prioritize people on bikes and on foot.

Geography United Kingdom Category Transportation Tags

Publication Momentum Magazine Publication Date Wed, 07/09/2025 - 12:00 Publication Links Low-Traffic Neighborhoods Cut Serious Road Injuries by a Third, Study Finds 1 minute

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Australia’s ghost crabs decapitate baby sea turtles - Popular Science

Life can get off to a rough start for loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) hatchlings. In fact, it can look more like a feeding frenzy with the sea turtles as the featured dish. After they hatch from their nests on the beach, Australia’s golden ghost crabs (Ocypode convexa) will trap the turtles by gripping their necks. Then they decapitate the turtle and feed on their severed heads. It’s a grisly scene for the turtles that is detailed in a study published earlier this year in the journal Animals.

The crabs along Australia’s western coast prey on loggerhead sea turtles. CREDIT: Casper Avenant, ECU and DBCA.

“Previous studies are mostly limited to evidence of loggerhead turtle nest disturbances and egg counts,” said Casper Avenant, a study co-author and marine biologist from Edith Cowan University in Western Australia. “While even fewer studies have investigated the mechanics of hatchling predation once they have emerged from the nest.”

Found along the west coast of Australia, ghost crabs are smaller than a walkie talkie. During the day, they shelter in the high tide water mark where it is cool, emerging at night in search of food. As omnivores, they mostly eat leafy brown algae, but they are a deadly enemy for both hatchlings and sea turtle eggs during the nesting season (mid-November to late February).

Golden ghost crabs are small crabs only found in Australia’s western coast. CREDIT: Casper Avenant, ECU and DBCA.

“On beaches where ghost crab densities are high, multiple crabs can feed on hatchlings emerging from nests over several nights, often resulting in partial destruction of turtle clutches,” study co-author and Edith Cowan University coastal ecologist Glenn Hyndes added. “As an endangered species, a high level of predation of eggs and hatchlings could be an issue for the long-term survival of loggerhead turtle populations.”

Since hatchling predation usually occurs at night and in remote locations, it is difficult for scientists to capture this behavior without disturbing it. However, infrared videography can help record what’s going on on the beach without disturbing the turtles or crabs.

The team on this new study used the special cameras to watch the golden ghost crabs feed along the Ningaloo Coast at Bungelup Beach and Gnaraloo Bay on Australia’s central western coast. Earlier studies found that more than 35 percent of loggerhead eggs were preyed upon within nests at Ningaloo, including 80 percent at one single rookery. Of the hatchlings at Ningaloo, 45 percent were eaten.

When approaching a sea turtle egg, the ghost crab will snip a distinctive slit into eggshells. They’ll then use this hole to consume the egg’s contents, according to Avenant.

Ghost crabs will cut holes into egg shells and eat the insides. CREDIT: Casper Avenant, ECU and DBCA.

As for feeding on the hatchlings, ghost crabs use their large claw to restrain the small turtles, while the small claw cuts through the soft skin around the neck. This partially or fully severs the turtle’s head before the crab feeds from the cavity.

“In terms of predator behaviour, it was interesting to note that ghost crabs display similar approaches for breaching eggshells when subduing and feeding on hatchlings,” said Avenant. “We also found that ghost crabs appear to anticipate the emergence of loggerhead hatchlings, often congregating near nests in the moments prior to emergence.”

Infrared videography allows biologists to observe this behavior while not disturbing the crabs. CREDIT: Casper Avenant, ECU and DBCA

They also compared this behavior in the wild with those in an aquarium setting at the Minderoo Exmouth Research Laboratory. The aquarium-based feeding showed that the ghost crabs preferred to feed on animal flesh over brown algae.

According to the team, this research indicates that ghost crabs are effective predators of the early life phase of sea turtles with a taste for meat.

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You don’t need to eat your carrots to see in the dark — you just need these night vision binoculars - Popular Science

Superman can see in the dark, and now so can you with these Double Barrel 720p Digital Night Vision Binoculars that bring everything into view. Normally $297.99, right now you can get prepped for all your upcoming night hikes, animal watching, camping, or hiking trips for just $119.99, a 59% savings over the regular price.

These binoculars use two 3W infrared LEDs in the eyepiece to illuminate the night, giving you an unsurpassed glimpse into the dark. No matter how much or how little ambient light you find yourself with, you’ll be able to see your surroundings — at as much as 200 to 300 meters even in full darkness.

They also feature a 4x zoom that brings you right into the action — and you can record video and take pictures of what you observe. You can even play it back so you know exactly what you recorded on the included 32 GB TF card. (A USB cable for transfer is included.) And it’s no grainy shaky-cam resolution either: the binoculars record high-definition 1280×720 video at 30 frames per second.

Whether you’re hunting game, birding, or exploring your campsite, these binoculars are expedition-ready: Weighing just 2.2lbs, they are also IP56-rated water-resistant, including against strong jets of water. The compact design means they’ll fit right into your bag, so you won’t miss a moment, no matter how dark it gets.

These double-barrel digital binoculars ship anywhere in the contiguous U.S. and come backed with the manufacturer’s one-year warranty. (It’s important to note, though, that all sales are final.) Don’t let the wonders around you during another camping trip or night walk pass you by: You may not be Superman, but you can still see in the dark — and save a bundle while you’re at it.

Get the Double Barrel 720p Digital Night Vision Binoculars for $119.99 (reg. $297.99).

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37 editor-approved Prime Day deals under $30 - Popular Science

Prime Day deals are still coming in hot—kinda like your iced coffee from morning before you got that Stanley tumbler to keep it insulated all day. Sure, the headlines are all about big-ticket Prime Day steals (looking at you, Ninja CREAMi), but let’s not ignore the real heroes: under-$30 deals that make everyday life a little better. From discounted LEGO sets to Supergoop! sunscreen and LANEIGE blurring powder, these Prime Day finds prove you don’t need to drop hundreds to feel like a savvy shopper stocking your home. Check out the best Prime Day deals under $30 before they sell out—because they definitely will. Remember, if you don’t have an active Amazon Prime subscription, you can sign up for a free 30-day trial here.

STANLEY Quencher H2.0 Tumbler with Handle and Straw 40 oz — $27 (was $45) Just give in and get one already. They’re great.

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Stanley made big mugs THE thing to carry. This 40-ounce mother of mugs carries as much fluid as a 7-Eleven Super Big Gulp while stylishly keeping hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold, and it still fits in most car cup holders. Be warned: Stanley deals are going out of stock fast, and only some colors—think Almond Rose and Fuschia—are available for under $30 right now. Move fast.

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LEGO Classic Large Creative Brick Box 10698 Building Toy Set — $25.59 (was $59.99) This is the perfect gift for anyone with an imagination.

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People love a creative Lego set that becomes, say, the Millennium Falcon, Old Trafford, or a cute flower bouquet. The problem is that those masterpieces usually stay masterpieces forever. If you need a set of bricks to actually play with or fuel original designs, this box of classic blocks is it. The play set includes two green base plates, six toy tires with rims, and more than 700 other bricks in 33 colors.

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Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen – SPF 40 – $30.40 (was $38) The sun is your enemy. Defeat it.

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Technically just over $30, but it’s 20% off this beloved (and usually pricey) sunscreen. If your current bottle is running low—or if you’re still rationing those pea-sized dollops—consider this your nudge to restock. Dermatologists recommend using a full ounce on any exposed skin and reapplying every two hours, after swimming, or if you’re super sweaty. Yeah, you probably need another tube. Unseen Sunscreen feels almost like a dry powder on the skin. It’s never tacky, greasy, or shiny. It’s powerful protection in a tube, and your future sun-damage-free self will thank you.

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LANEIGE Neo Blurring Powder — $17.50 (was $25) Treat your skin with a treat. LANEIGE See It

I would say Korean skincare products work like magic, but that belittles the shocking amount of science behind them. LANEIGE specializes in hydrating skin, infusing products like this blurring powder with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, peptides, antioxidants, amino acids, and plant extracts. This lightweight powder mattifies your face without looking cakey, and its no-spill packaging makes it great for your travel bag or daily routine. Prime Day offers an excellent chance to snag those TikTok sensations for less.

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Opinion: LOS has ‘No Redeeming Quality’ - Planetizen

Opinion: LOS has ‘No Redeeming Quality’ Diana Ionescu Thu, 07/10/2025 - 05:00 Primary Image

Writing in Fast Company, Andy Boenau argues that the Level of Service (LOS) standard used by transportation agencies, which privileges vehicular throughput above all else, is one of the most destructive tools in U.S. transportation planning.

As Boenau explains, LOS is “entirely about how long a vehicle waits at an intersection or slows down during rush hour. The built environment is shaped around that metric.” Taxpayers are then forced to pay for projects that improve traffic speed without regard to safety or other considerations.

With infrastructure designed for high-volume, high-speed, low-delay motor vehicles, anyone wanting to walk or ride a bike is put into a lethal game of Frogger. When a city does create bus and bicycle infrastructure to shift trips from vehicles to other modes, the traffic report cards don’t reflect the fact that people have options.

For Boenau, “There’s no redeeming quality to LOS;” planners and engineers should instead shift their thinking to prioritize safety and mobility for all road users, not just those in cars.

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Publication Fast Company Publication Date Wed, 07/09/2025 - 12:00 Publication Links The old traffic math that keeps destroying neighborhoods 1 minute

Opinion: LOS has ‘No Redeeming Quality’ - Planetizen

Opinion: LOS has ‘No Redeeming Quality’ Diana Ionescu Thu, 07/10/2025 - 05:00 Primary Image

For Boenau, “There’s no redeeming quality to LOS;” planners and engineers should instead shift their thinking to prioritize safety and mobility for all road users, not just those in cars.

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Publication Fast Company Publication Date Wed, 07/09/2025 - 12:00 Publication Links The old traffic math that keeps destroying neighborhoods 1 minute

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5 Reasons to Skip This Year's iPhone 17 Pro - MacRumors

Apple will launch its new iPhone 17 series in two months, and the iPhone 17 Pro models are expected to get a new design for the rear casing and the camera area. But more significant changes to the lineup are not expected until next year, when the iPhone 18 models arrive.

If you're thinking of trading in your iPhone for this year's latest, consider the following features rumored to be coming to the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models – as well as a rumored new premium iPhone model for 2026. Taken together, they may just give you pause for thought.

Under-Display Face ID
The iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to feature under-display Face ID, placing the TrueDepth camera beneath the screen – though the front-facing camera will remain visible.

While The Information's Wayne Ma claims these models will ditch the Dynamic Island for a single pinhole cutout, other sources disagree. Display analyst Ross Young and Bloomberg's Mark Gurman both report that the Dynamic Island will still be present, just smaller, contradicting claims of its complete removal.

C2 Modem
Apple plans to include its next-generation C2 modem in the iPhone 18 Pro models, according to supply chain analyst Jeff Pu. The chip will succeed the C1 modem, which debuted in the lower-cost iPhone 16e as Apple's first in-house cellular modem. The C2 is expected to bring faster speeds, improved power efficiency, and support for mmWave 5G in the United States – a feature missing from the C1.

Apple's modem roadmap is part of a long-term strategy to reduce reliance on Qualcomm, which currently supplies 5G modems for the rest of the iPhone lineup. The company has been working on developing its own cellular chips for years, aiming for deeper integration and greater control over power management and performance.

A20 Chip
Apple's upcoming A20 Pro chip, set to power the iPhone 18 Pro models, will reportedly be built using TSMC's third-generation 3nm process – the same node expected for the A19 Pro chip in this year's iPhone 17 Pro, according to analyst Jeff Pu. This suggests that year-over-year performance gains between the A19 Pro and A20 Pro may be modest, at least in terms of raw CPU and GPU improvements.

However, Pu notes that the A20 Pro will feature a more advanced packaging method known as CoWoS (Chip on Wafer on Substrate). This technology enables tighter integration between the processor, unified memory, and the Neural Engine, which could potentially enhance performance in AI-related tasks. The shift could be part of Apple's broader push to support on-device Apple Intelligence features in future iPhones, as the company ramps up its machine learning capabilities.

New Camera Image Sensor
Samsung is working on a new three-layer stacked image sensor, reportedly intended for the iPhone 18. The sensor, referred to as PD-TR-Logic, integrates three layers of circuitry, which would improve camera responsiveness, reduce noise, and increase dynamic range. The leak comes from a source known as "Jukanlosreve," who claims the sensor is being developed specifically for Apple's 2026 iPhone lineup.

Sony has long been Apple's sole image sensor supplier, so Samsung's entry would be a big shift in the iPhone’s camera supply chain. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo in 2024 said he expected Samsung to begin shipping 48-megapixel Ultra Wide camera sensors to Apple for iPhones as early as 2026, which is when the iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to be released.

2026 Foldable iPhone

Tired of the classic iPhone form factor? Multiple rumors suggest that Apple's first foldable iPhone will launch in the fall of 2026, with the device coming alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models. Rumors suggest that the foldable ‌iPhone‌ will feature a display that's around 5.5 inches when closed, and 7.8 inches when opened up. It will fold in half like a book, similar to the Galaxy Fold devices, rather than the Galaxy Flip.

The foldable ‌iPhone‌ could be as thin as 4.5mm when unfolded, and 9 to 9.5mm when it's closed, which would make it incredibly thin when used in its full-screen mode. Apple put considerable effort into hinge design, and the device is expected to have almost no visible crease. It will use under-display cameras, though it may feature some kind of Touch ID authentication feature rather than Face ID due to space constraints. It will, of course, be expensive. In the past, Kuo has said he expects Apple to price the foldable ‌iPhone‌ at $2,000 to $2,500, and that was before Apple was facing steep tariffs in China.

Foldable iPhone Expected Next Year: All the Rumored Features So Far

With the iPhone 18 lineup, Apple is going to change the way that it releases new iPhones. The more expensive iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max iPhones will launch in the fall of 2026 as usual, alongside the new foldable iPhone, but the more affordable iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e models won't come out until spring 2027.Related Roundup: iPhone 18Related Forum: iPhone
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Say goodbye to blurry zoom — this smartphone telescope is now 27% off - Popular Science

Want a front-row view without the front-row price tag? This high-definition monocular telescope lets you see the action up close, whether you’re in the nosebleeds or on the sidelines. Perfect for concerts, sporting events, nature walks, and more, you can now grab this must-have gadget for just $39.99 (reg. $54.99).

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This telescope lets you see someone’s face from 1,000 meters away or read text on a building from up to 3,000 meters away. It weighs under 14 ounces, making it compact and easy to take on the go. And its high-quality construction, with BAK4 prism glass and fully coated optics, make it durable to keep up with your adventures.

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iPhone 17 Base Model Likely to Stick With 8GB RAM - MacRumors

Apple's iPhone 17 lineup could feature a notable RAM divide, with the base model potentially missing out on a rumored memory boost coming to the more high-end models.

According to leaker Fixed Focus Digital on Weibo, the iPhone 17 will stick with 8GB of RAM while the iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max will jump to 12GB. The leaker previously revealed the iPhone 16e name before its official announcement, lending some credibility to their claim.

For comparison, Samsung's latest Galaxy S25 models, which launched earlier this year, all come with 12GB of RAM. Google's Pixel 9 also comes with 12GB of RAM.

The leaker's information tallies with earlier predictions from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who suggested the same 12GB upgrade for the Air and Pro models. Kuo expressed uncertainty about the base iPhone 17's RAM configuration getting an upgrade due to potential supply constraints, and he has not provided an update on his thoughts since his original April prediction.

All current iPhone 16 models ship with 8GB of RAM, which meets Apple Intelligence's minimum requirement. The base iPhone 17 maintaining this amount would still support Apple's AI features, though the extra memory in higher-end models could enable more sophisticated processing and better gaming performance.

The iPhone 17 lineup is expected to launch around mid-September.Related Roundup: iPhone 17Related Forum: iPhone
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Aqara Debuts G410 Doorbell, G100 Camera, and H2 Dimmer With HomeKit Support - MacRumors

Smart home company Aqara's G410 video doorbell, which is Matter-compatible and supports Apple's HomeKit Secure Video, is now available to buy.

Announced in January, the Doorbell Camera Hub G410 introduces several notable upgrades, including a 2K resolution sensor for sharper video, a 175-degree field of view, and built-in mmWave presence detection to reduce false alerts.

The G410 also supports dual-band Wi-Fi, Thread, and HomeKit Secure Video, as well as options for secure storage via iCloud, local microSD, or NAS. It's ready for both battery-powered and wired setups.

The Aqara G410 video doorbell can be purchased on the Aqara website for $129.99 or through on-line merchants such as Amazon. We'll have a full review of the product soon.

Aqara today also announced the global availability of the Camera G100 ($34.99) and availability in the U.S of the Dimmer Switch H2 ($54.99) with Thread and Zigbee support.

The Camera G100 is a compact indoor/outdoor security camera offering 2K video, IP65 weather resistance, and a built-in spotlight for colour night vision.

It supports 24/7 monitoring and integrates with Apple Home (HomeKit Secure Video), Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and RTSP-compatible platforms. Footage can be stored locally via microSD or NAS, while Aqara's cloud storage is end-to-end encrypted.

Lastly, the H2 is a smart dimmer switch for traditional dimmable lighting, designed to work with or without a neutral wire for broader installation compatibility. It supports both Thread and Zigbee, and its Matter integration enables seamless use with Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, Home Assistant, and Homey.

Like Aqara's G410 video doorbell, the Camera G100 and H2 smart dimmer switch are available to buy directly from Aqara or other online merchants.Tags: Aqara, HomeKit, HomeKit Secure Video
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Foldable iPhone Display Production Begins Ahead of Launch Next Year - MacRumors

Production of foldable OLED displays for Apple's first foldable iPhone have begun ahead of its expected launch next year, Korea's ETNews reports.

The first foldable ‌iPhone‌'s displays are being produced by Samsung Display, who are establishing a production line dedicated to the upcoming Apple device its A3 factory in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do. The production line will make displays exclusively for the foldable ‌iPhone‌ and work on the facility is now believed to be in its final stage. It will be capable of producing 15 million 7-inch foldable OLED panels per year.

Apple's first foldable ‌iPhone‌ is expected to feature an inward-folding OLED display. It will likely sit alongside the other models in next year's ‌iPhone‌ lineup, including the iPhone 18, ‌iPhone 18‌ Air, ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro, and ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro Max. It will be refreshed annually in the fall just like the other models.

Apple is apparently planning to produce six to eight million foldable iPhones in 2026. While Samsung's production capacity of 15 million displays per year far exceeds Apple's requirements for 2026, the supplier is said to be preparing for new models and increasing sales in subsequent years.

Samsung Display apparently has secured an agreement with provide Apple with foldable displays as the sole supplier for several years. While Apple usually prefers to diversify its supply chain where possible, Samsung has unique technological expertise in foldable OLED displays due to offering its own foldable smartphones, which it has been making commercially since 2019.

As a result, Samsung is likely to remain the exclusive supplier of Apple's foldable ‌iPhone‌ displays for some time and a least be a key supplier thereafter. Samsung Display similarly led Apple's transition from LCD to OLED with the ‌iPhone‌ X and ‌iPhone‌ XS.

Apple's first foldable ‌iPhone‌ is expected to feature a super-thin design at 4.5mm, a 4:3 iPad-style 7-inch inner display with no visible crease, a durable hinge, a dual rear camera system with wide and ultra wide options, the "A20" chip, and Touch ID instead of Face ID. It could cost over $2,000.Tags: ETNews, Foldable iPhone, OLED, Samsung
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Meta Offered Apple AI Executive Over $200 Million to Leave - MacRumors

Meta offered one of Apple's top artificial intelligence executives over $200 million to lure him away from the company, Bloomberg reports.

Ruoming Pang, who until recently led Apple's foundation models team, departed the company to join Meta's Superintelligence Labs, a newly established division tasked with building advanced AI systems capable of performing at or beyond human-level intelligence.

At Apple, he was in charge of a team with approximately 100 employees that work on Apple's large language models. Models developed by Pang's team are used for Apple Intelligence features like email summaries, Priority Notifications, and Genmoji.

People familiar with the matter speaking to Bloomberg said Meta's offer to Pang includes a substantial base salary, a signing bonus, and a large stock award that forms the majority of the compensation. The full payout is contingent upon performance milestones and continued employment over several years.

Apple apparently did not even attempt to match the offer. The proposed sum significantly exceeds the compensation of all Apple employees, other than that of CEO Tim Cook. Pang's compensation is among the highest ever offered in a corporate setting, rivaling packages for chief executives at major global banks.

In a podcast interview last month, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said Meta had been offering signing bonuses as high as $100 million to attract top talent: "[Meta] started making these giant offers to a lot of people on our team. You know, like $100 million signing bonuses, more than that in compensation per year."

Apple has reportedly appointed Zhifeng Chen as the new head of its Foundation Models team and implemented more a distributed management structure, with responsibilities split among several senior engineers.

In addition to Pang, Meta's Superintelligence Labs now includes prominent figures such as former GitHub CEO Nat Friedman, AI startup founder Daniel Gross, and Scale AI co-founder Alexandr Wang.Tags: Artificial Intelligence, Bloomberg, Mark Gurman, Meta
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Apple's 'Back to School' Offer Now Available Across Europe - MacRumors

Apple's annual Back to School offer for university students and educational staff is now available in many European countries, after initially launching in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Singapore, India, and the United Arab Emirates last month.

Apple's online educational store is now showing the limited-time promotional offer in a long list of countries. With the purchase of an iPad, MacBook, or iMac, students can receive an accessory such as the Apple Pencil Pro, AirPods 4, or ‌AirPods 4‌ with Active Noise Cancellation for free. Alternatively, for a fee, customers can upgrade to a pricier accessory while retaining their overall saving.

The available accessories, savings, and supplementary costs are as follows (UK pricing):

iPad

‌Apple Pencil‌ Pro (£119.00 savings)

‌AirPods 4‌ (£129.00 savings)

‌AirPods 4‌ with Active Noise Cancellation (£129.00 savings, after paying additional £50.00 fee)

AirPods Pro 2 (£129.00 savings, after paying additional £100.00 fee)

Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch (£119.00 savings, after paying additional £130.00 fee)

Magic Keyboard for ‌iPad Air‌ 13-inch (£119.00 savings, after paying additional £160.00 fee)

Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro 11-inch (£119.00 savings, after paying additional £160.00 fee)

Magic Keyboard for ‌iPad Pro‌ 13-inch (£119.00 savings, after paying additional £210.00 fee)

MacBook

‌AirPods 4‌ with Active Noise Cancellation (£179.00 savings)

‌AirPods Pro‌ 2 (£179.00 savings, after paying additional £50.00 fee)

Magic Mouse (£79.00–£99.00 savings)

Magic Trackpad (£129.00–£149.00 savings)

Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (£179.00–£199.00 savings)

iMac

‌AirPods 4‌ with Active Noise Cancellation (£179.00 savings)

‌AirPods Pro‌ 2 (£179.00 savings, after paying additional £50.00 fee)

The offer is now live in the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, the Netherlands, Hungary, Poland, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, and a few other countries and territories in Europe, as well as in Türkiye.

The free accessory is included in addition to Apple's standard year-round 10% educational discount on select Mac and ‌iPad‌ models. In Europe, the promotion ends on October 21. In the U.S., it ends on September 30.Tags: Back to School Promotion, Europe
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‌Apple Pencil‌ Pro (£119.00 savings)

‌AirPods 4‌ (£129.00 savings)

‌AirPods 4‌ with Active Noise Cancellation (£129.00 savings, after paying additional £50.00 fee)

AirPods Pro 2 (£129.00 savings, after paying additional £100.00 fee)

Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch (£119.00 savings, after paying additional £130.00 fee)

Magic Keyboard for ‌iPad Air‌ 13-inch (£119.00 savings, after paying additional £160.00 fee)

Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro 11-inch (£119.00 savings, after paying additional £160.00 fee)

Magic Keyboard for ‌iPad Pro‌ 13-inch (£119.00 savings, after paying additional £210.00 fee)

MacBook

‌AirPods 4‌ with Active Noise Cancellation (£179.00 savings)

‌AirPods Pro‌ 2 (£179.00 savings, after paying additional £50.00 fee)

Magic Mouse (£79.00–£99.00 savings)

Magic Trackpad (£129.00–£149.00 savings)

Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (£179.00–£199.00 savings)

iMac

‌AirPods 4‌ with Active Noise Cancellation (£179.00 savings)

‌AirPods Pro‌ 2 (£179.00 savings, after paying additional £50.00 fee)

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Apple Now Accepting Three New Android Devices for Trade-In - MacRumors

Following the introduction of Samsung's latest foldables yesterday, Apple today began accepting three new flagship Android devices for trade-in.

The three devices are previous-generation flagship models. As indicated on Apple's trade-in webpage, their values are as follows:

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Up to $405

Samsung Galaxy S24: Up to $290

Google Pixel 8 Pro: Up to $205

Prices for the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S23, Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra, and Google Pixel 7 Pro remain the same at up to $330, $180, $135, and $120, respectively.Tag: Apple Trade-In
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Samsung Galaxy S24: Up to $290

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OpenAI to Launch AI Web Browser - MacRumors

OpenAI is planning to introduce a web browser that would be available as an alternative to Safari and Google Chrome, reports Reuters. The AI-powered web browser is "close" to being ready to launch, and it will debut in the coming weeks.

The OpenAI browser will use artificial intelligence to change how consumers browse the web, and it will give OpenAI access to the very web search data that has allowed Google Chrome to remain the top browser option. OpenAI has asked for Google's search data to improve SearchGPT in the past, but Google refused.

Google parent company Alphabet uses information sourced from its Chrome browser to better target ads to customers, plus Chrome is a quick way to ensure that people use Google Search. OpenAI already has SearchGPT, so a browser that integrates its search product is a next logical step.

The browser that OpenAI is developing will keep some user interactions inside a ChatGPT-style interface rather than directing users to click through to websites. It could also include OpenAI's AI agent products like Operator, allowing the browser to complete tasks like making reservations or filling out forms at the direction of the user.

Back in April, an OpenAI executive said that the company would be interested in purchasing the Chrome browser if Google is forced to sell it as part of an antitrust remedy.
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Apple Maps Suddenly Failing to Treat Highway 407 ETR in Toronto Area as Toll Road - MacRumors

Since at least July 4, Apple Maps has failed to treat the privately-owned Highway 407 ETR in the Toronto, Canada area as a toll road, according to complaints from affected users. This issue is not limited to any particular device or software version, with users experiencing the problem across the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and web.

As a result of this issue, local Apple Maps users who have turned on the "Avoid Tolls" setting may still be routed onto the Highway 407 ETR when using turn-by-turn directions. This can prove to be a very costly mistake, as the highway is notoriously expensive, with rates of up to 85 cents (CAD) per kilometer traveled for passenger vehicles.

MacRumors was able to reproduce the issue, and alerted Apple to the matter shortly before publishing, so hopefully a fix is implemented soon.

As of June 1 this year, the Ontario government stopped collecting tolls on the provincially-owned segment of Highway 407, which runs immediately east of the privately-owned ETR segment, as one continuous highway. Apple likely updated its Maps app to reflect this change, but mistakenly treated the entire Highway 407 as a toll-free road.

With the issue now receiving media coverage, it should be in the rearview mirror soon enough.

Thanks, John Naismith!Tag: Apple Maps
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Apple's 'Presto' Wireless Update Tech May Soon Reach the Mac - MacRumors

Apple is able to wirelessly update iPhones that are still in the box using a proprietary system called "Presto," and now 9to5Mac claims that the technology is going to be expanded to the Mac.

With Presto, Apple Store employees can place a sealed iPhone box on the Presto shelf. The ‌iPhone‌ then turns on, and the software the ‌iPhone‌ is running is updated to the latest available version. The process takes between 15 and 30 minutes, and it allows iPhones be updated to Apple's newest software before being sold to a customer.

There are hints of a similar Presto option for the Mac in the third beta of macOS Tahoe. As with the ‌iPhone‌, Macs could be updated to the newest software ahead of when they're sold, which would prevent customers from having to do day-one updates after purchasing a product.

It's not clear how a Presto for Mac feature would work, given that the ‌iPhone‌ version relies on NFC and Macs don't have an NFC chip inside, nor is it known when the functionality could roll out to Apple's retail stores.
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Prime Day iPad Deals Feature Up to $120 Off iPad Air, iPad Mini, and iPad - MacRumors

Prime Day iPad Deals Feature Up to $120 Off iPad Air, iPad Mini, and iPad - MacRumors

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NFL Apps Rolling Out on CarPlay Starting With These Teams - MacRumors

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Review: Aqara's G410 Doorbell Camera Brings HomeKit Support and Hub Features for $130 - MacRumors

Review: Aqara's G410 Doorbell Camera Brings HomeKit Support and Hub Features for $130 - MacRumors

Mad emperor Caligula may have been a big plant guy - Popular Science

Sean Duffy Targets Rainbow Crosswalks in Road Safety Efforts - Planetizen

Sean Duffy Targets Rainbow Crosswalks in Road Safety Efforts - Planetizen

5 Reasons to Buy an iPhone 17 Air in September - MacRumors

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‘Architectural Epidemiology:’ Centering Public Health in Urban Design - Planetizen

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Clean the air while you clean up on savings with air purifiers up to 45% off for Prime Day - Popular Science

This flash deal from The Home Depot has DeWalt power tools and kits for ridiculously low prices - Popular Science

OWC Takes $100 Off Popular 14-Port Thunderbolt Dock During Prime Day-Like Sale - MacRumors

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Study: London Low-Traffic Neighborhoods See 35% Drop in Road Injuries - Planetizen

Study: London Low-Traffic Neighborhoods See 35% Drop in Road Injuries - Planetizen

Australia’s ghost crabs decapitate baby sea turtles - Popular Science

You don’t need to eat your carrots to see in the dark — you just need these night vision binoculars - Popular Science

37 editor-approved Prime Day deals under $30 - Popular Science

Opinion: LOS has ‘No Redeeming Quality’ - Planetizen

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5 Reasons to Skip This Year's iPhone 17 Pro - MacRumors

5 Reasons to Skip This Year's iPhone 17 Pro - MacRumors

Say goodbye to blurry zoom — this smartphone telescope is now 27% off - Popular Science

Apple Vision Pro 2 si farà, ecco quando arriva - TheAppleLounge

Apple Vision Pro 2 si farà, ecco quando arriva - TheAppleLounge

iPhone 17 Base Model Likely to Stick With 8GB RAM - MacRumors

iPhone 17 Base Model Likely to Stick With 8GB RAM - MacRumors

Aqara Debuts G410 Doorbell, G100 Camera, and H2 Dimmer With HomeKit Support - MacRumors

Aqara Debuts G410 Doorbell, G100 Camera, and H2 Dimmer With HomeKit Support - MacRumors

Foldable iPhone Display Production Begins Ahead of Launch Next Year - MacRumors

Foldable iPhone Display Production Begins Ahead of Launch Next Year - MacRumors

Meta Offered Apple AI Executive Over $200 Million to Leave - MacRumors

Meta Offered Apple AI Executive Over $200 Million to Leave - MacRumors

Apple's 'Back to School' Offer Now Available Across Europe - MacRumors

Apple's 'Back to School' Offer Now Available Across Europe - MacRumors

Apple Now Accepting Three New Android Devices for Trade-In - MacRumors

Apple Now Accepting Three New Android Devices for Trade-In - MacRumors

OpenAI to Launch AI Web Browser - MacRumors

OpenAI to Launch AI Web Browser - MacRumors

Apple Maps Suddenly Failing to Treat Highway 407 ETR in Toronto Area as Toll Road - MacRumors

Apple Maps Suddenly Failing to Treat Highway 407 ETR in Toronto Area as Toll Road - MacRumors

Apple's 'Presto' Wireless Update Tech May Soon Reach the Mac - MacRumors

Apple's 'Presto' Wireless Update Tech May Soon Reach the Mac - MacRumors

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