Xiaomi turns Redmi into a sub-brand

Xiaomi’s Redmi brand is taking on a life of its own.  The company is spinning off Redmi, which was previously a product line for the company’s mid-range phones, into a sub-brand, Android Authority reported Thursday. Xiaomi also posted a teaser image on its website featuring...
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MIT researchers are now 3D printing glass

While the thought of a machine that can squirt out endless ropes of molten glass is a bit frightening, the folks at MIT have just about perfected the process. In a paper published in 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing, researchers Chikara Inamura, Michael Stern, Daniel...
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What Is Denuvo, and Why Do Gamers Hate It?

Denuvo is an anti-piracy (DRM) solution that game developers can choose to include in their games. Gamers have been upset about Denuvo for years, and apparently for a good reason: Denuvo slows down games, according to recent tests. What Is Denuvo? Denuvo is a digital...
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This wristband detects an opiate overdose

A project by students at Carnegie Mellon could save lives. Called the HopeBand, the wristband senses low blood oxygen levels and sends a text message and sounds an alarm if danger is imminent. “Imagine having a friend who is always watching for signs of overdose;...
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