NASA’s new launch pad can shoot out 1,000,000 gallons of water a minute

Posted on September 18, 2019September 18, 2019 by Authcom

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Whenever there’s a high-profile NASA mission on the horizon you can expect to hear about the various tests leading up to an eventual launch. Firing huge rocket engines is cool, and testing new instruments on a rover is pretty exciting, too, but spewing a bunch of water across a launch pad? Well, It’s a little less glamorous, but still needs to be done.

The mobile launch pad for the upcoming Artemis I mission, called Pad 39B, will be the last piece of solid ground that astronauts will stand on before embarking on a mission to the lunar surface. As such, NASA has to ensure that all of its systems are in perfect working order well in advance of the big day, and a recent water flow test shows that things are shaping up nicely.

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The way Netflix recommends shows and movies might surprise you

Posted on September 17, 2019September 17, 2019 by Authcom

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It’s practically impossible to keep up with the sheer volume of new titles that hit Netflix every single month. From original programming to a revolving door of popular TV shows and movies, Netflix in September alone will introduce nearly 100 new titles for subscribers. And when you add that to an already sizable library of content, figuring out to watch can sometimes be a bit daunting.

Given the absolute avalanche of content Netflix houses, many subscribers simply rely upon the streaming giant’s recommendation algorithm to determine what programs to watch next. And from my personal experience, the algorithm tends to be spot-on more often than it isn’t. Interestingly enough, the recommendation algorithm isn’t entirely based on what Netflix thinks you might enjoy. Every so often, the algorithm will try and present a program that Netflix wants you to give a shot.

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FDA warns of cancer-causing impurity in popular heartburn drug Zantac

Posted on September 17, 2019September 17, 2019 by Authcom

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Heartburn, and its even uglier cousin, acid reflux, can leave a person feeling incredibly uncomfortable, which is why drugs meant to treat such conditions are so popular. But, given the choice, most people would likely choose a bit of digestive discomfort over other more serious conditions like, oh I don’t know, cancer.

Apparently, that’s a choice that some will now have to consider, as the FDA is alerting heartburn sufferers that rely on the medication ranitidine — sold under the brand name Zantac — that the drugs may be tainted with a potentially cancer-causing impurity.

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Amex Platinum deep dive: A rundown of the countless ways this card will make your life better

Posted on September 17, 2019September 17, 2019 by Authcom

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When you’re on the hunt for a credit card that comes with generous rewards and perks, it might be tempting to zero in on cards that offer big five- and six-digit welcome bonuses right up front. It’s super-enticing to see a card like The Platinum Card® from American Express with its welcome offer of 60,000 points (after using the card to spend $5,000 in your first three months) and pretty quickly think about signing up.

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These $6 outdoor dusk-to-dawn LED light bulbs are better than smart bulbs, and not just because they’re cheaper

Posted on September 17, 2019September 17, 2019 by Authcom

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Smart LED light bulbs are great for a number of different things, but some people use them outside their homes just to automatically turn on at night and off again in the morning. Smart bulbs are great for that, of course, but there’s another option that’s even smarter. Philips LED Dusk-to-Dawn A19 Frosted Light Bulbs don’t rely on Wi-Fi to turn on when it gets dark out and off again when the sun comes up. Instead, they have built-in ambient light sensors — and on top of that, they only cost $6.47 each when you buy a multi-pack!

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Here are the bullet points from the product page:

Philips Dusk to Dawn A19 LED light bulbs are equipped with a built in light sensor that turns the lights on automatically when the sun goes down and turns the light off when the sun rises. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use, these bulbs have standard E26 base for most fixtures. Not for use with Philips HUE products
These Dusk to Dawn Sensor bulbs provide 800 Lumen’s of soft white light, equivalent to 60-watt incandescents with 75% less energy use. With 2700-Kelvin soft white light, these light bulbs offer the comfort and security you need in a with the benefits of long life and energy savings you want
Best-in-class Philips LEDs provide turn on instantly with energy-efficient flicker-free, natural light that won’t degrade over time. Unlike cheaper imitations, Philips LED offers clean, natural lighting with exceptional clarity
LED light bulbs last up to 10X longer than incandescent and halogen bulbs. Unlike fluorescent and compact fluorescent bulbs, Philips LEDs are mercury-free so they don’t contribute to hazardous waste
This pack of 6 Dusk to Dawn A19 Philips LED Sensor Light Bulbs comes with a 10-year warranty if registered. Each bulb is expected to deliver a lifetime of up to 22,000 hours (based on three hours per day), saving you the cost and hassle of frequent bulb replacement
COMFORTABLE LIGHT: Our products meet strict test criteria including flicker, strobe, glare and color rendition to ensure they meet EyeComfort requirements. Switch to Philips LED, light that’s designed for the comfort of your eyes

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Latest Google Pixelbook 2 leak shows the device in action weeks before launch

Posted on September 17, 2019September 17, 2019 by Authcom

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Google’s Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL may be the stars of the show at its hardware event next month, but they won’t be the only devices unveiled at the event. Google will undoubtedly bring a variety of new products to its October event, and one of those products might have leaked a few weeks early. This week, 9to5Google shared two new images which appear to feature the display of the unannounced Pixelbook 2 powered on and running.

As 9to5Google notes, a device codenamed “Atlas” has been appearing in rumors and leaked documents since last year, and those rumors seemed to point to the device being a next-gen Pixelbook. Based on those rumors, the design of the Pixelbook would be receiving a modest, but noticeable, update.

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Lawsuit accuses AT&T of shady attempt to pump up DirecTV Now numbers

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AT&T has been accused in a lawsuit of some pretty shady tactics meant to help the company boost the subscriber numbers for its streaming TV initiative formerly known as DirecTV Now.

These tactics include leaning on employees to create fake users for the service and adding multiple “fake” accounts to a real customer’s phone number, all in service of making DirecTV Now seem more successful than it was. That’s according to the text of the lawsuit, which can be read here, and accuses the company of tricking investors.

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Mars’ North Pole looks so bizarre in new photo by ExoMars orbiter

Posted on September 17, 2019September 17, 2019 by Authcom

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The Mars we often seen in photos from rovers and orbiters is dry, dusty, and barren, but there are parts of the planet that, when viewed separately, could trick you into thinking you’re looking at a totally foreign alien land. The latest snapshot captured by the ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter fits perfectly into that latter category.

The image was captured using the CaSSIS camera, one of the orbiter’s many instruments, and it shows the frosty dunes that cover the northern region of Mars that is rarely seen up-close. It also definitely looks at least a little bit like cookie-flavored ice cream.

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iPhone 11 preorders start strong as consumers flock to the Pro models

Posted on September 17, 2019September 17, 2019 by Authcom

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There’s no getting around the fact that iPhone sales over the past few years have been somewhat stagnant at best. This, though, shouldn’t come as much of a surprise given that iPhone users are holding onto their devices for much longer than in years past on account of improved durability and incremental upgrades.

The iPhone 11, though, might be just the device to compel existing iPhone owners to upgrade. With the early iPhone 11 reviews already out, the general consensus appears to be that Apple’s next-gen iPhone is a tremendous upgrade thanks to a best-in-class camera and outstanding battery life. What’s more, early reports suggest that iPhone 11 pre-orders are already more impressive than what Apple saw with its 2018 iPhone lineup.

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Surface Pro 7 specs leak ahead of Microsoft’s big Windows 10 event

Posted on September 17, 2019September 17, 2019 by Authcom

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Microsoft will hold a press event on October 2nd, where it will introduce several Surface hardware updates, as well as a huge surprise, if rumors are to be believed. We’re talking about the expected updates for the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop lines, but also a couple of Surface 2-in-1 devices that will be new to Microsoft’s line, powered by AMD and ARM chips. The latter is also tied to a different type of Windows 10 experience that could supposedly power Windows-on-ARM devices.

The surprise announcement could come in the form of Centaurus, which is the code name of Microsoft’s rumored dual-screen Surface. The device isn’t expected to launch this year, but Microsoft could still unveil it to showcase its advancements when it comes to this particular form factor. While we wait for Microsoft’s launch event, however, we can tell you what to expect from the upcoming Surface Pro 7 in terms of specs and prices.

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