Month: August 2024
Watch: rocket explodes during test for UK’s first vertical launch
A rocket engine has exploded during tests for a landmark space flight from the UK. The fire erupted at SaxaVord Spaceport, which aims to host the first vertical launch into orbit from Western Europe. German startup Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) has exclusive access to the spaceport’s first launch pad. On Monday evening, RFA planned to complete a nine-engine test of its launch vehicle. But disaster soon struck. At 22.42 CEST, the company announced that an “anomaly” had destroyed the first stage of the RFA ONE rocket. Footage of the incident shows the engine sending a fireball into the night sky. A longer video from…This story continues at The Next Web
A rocket engine has exploded during tests for a landmark space flight from the UK. The fire erupted at SaxaVord Spaceport, which aims to host the first vertical launch into orbit from Western Europe. German startup Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) has exclusive access to the spaceport’s first launch pad. On Monday evening, RFA planned to complete a nine-engine test of its launch vehicle. But disaster soon struck. At 22.42 CEST, the company announced that an “anomaly” had destroyed the first stage of the RFA ONE rocket. Footage of the incident shows the engine sending a fireball into the night sky. A longer video from…
This story continues at The Next Web
The Morning After: Zoom can now handle one million simultaneous participants
Zoom just announced that webinar calls can now support up to one million simultaneous participants. This was after various political groups used the video conferencing platform to raise money for Vice President Kamala Harris’ election campaign. The company now offers various tiers for webinar calls that feature max capacities of 10,000 connections through to 500,000 and, of course, one million attendees — for a price. Booking a one-time webinar for a million people will set you back a cool $100,000.
Just check your mic is working, please…
— Mat Smith
The biggest stories you might have missed
Apple’s 9th-generation iPad hits an all-time low of $199
The 22 best PC games you can play right now
X closes its operations in Brazil
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Apple Podcasts gets a web interface for easier browsing and listening
Your library, top charts, subscriptions and more in your browser.
Apple Podcasts on the web has a look and feature set more like the company’s standalone app. The platform is accessible from any web device, with more tools beyond simply playing episodes — even if you don’t have a desktop or mobile app installed. Apple says even without an Apple log-in, you’ll still be able to browse and listen.
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Waymo’s 6th-generation autonomous fleet has fewer sensors
But ‘without compromising safety.’
Waymo
Alphabet’s Waymo has revealed its sixth-generation Driver system, with a more efficient sensor setup. Despite having a reduced camera and LiDAR sensor count, it maintains the same safety levels of past rides, the company says. This new system is built into Geely Zeekr EVs, following a collaboration announced back in 2021. It’s a… boxier ride. This is not a Jaguar.
Continue reading.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/general/the-morning-after-zoom-can-now-handle-one-million-simultaneous-participants-111523850.html?src=rss
Zoom just announced that webinar calls can now support up to one million simultaneous participants. This was after various political groups used the video conferencing platform to raise money for Vice President Kamala Harris’ election campaign. The company now offers various tiers for webinar calls that feature max capacities of 10,000 connections through to 500,000 and, of course, one million attendees — for a price. Booking a one-time webinar for a million people will set you back a cool $100,000.
Just check your mic is working, please…
— Mat Smith
The biggest stories you might have missed
Apple’s 9th-generation iPad hits an all-time low of $199
The 22 best PC games you can play right now
X closes its operations in Brazil
You can get these reports delivered daily direct to your inbox. Subscribe right here!
Apple Podcasts gets a web interface for easier browsing and listening
Your library, top charts, subscriptions and more in your browser.
Apple Podcasts on the web has a look and feature set more like the company’s standalone app. The platform is accessible from any web device, with more tools beyond simply playing episodes — even if you don’t have a desktop or mobile app installed. Apple says even without an Apple log-in, you’ll still be able to browse and listen.
Waymo’s 6th-generation autonomous fleet has fewer sensors
But ‘without compromising safety.’
Alphabet’s Waymo has revealed its sixth-generation Driver system, with a more efficient sensor setup. Despite having a reduced camera and LiDAR sensor count, it maintains the same safety levels of past rides, the company says. This new system is built into Geely Zeekr EVs, following a collaboration announced back in 2021. It’s a… boxier ride. This is not a Jaguar.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/general/the-morning-after-zoom-can-now-handle-one-million-simultaneous-participants-111523850.html?src=rss
Refi Rates Drop Over the Last Week: Current Refinance Rates on Aug. 20, 2024
Several important refinance rates fell. If you’re hoping to refinance your home, keep an eye out for lower rates.
Several important refinance rates fell. If you’re hoping to refinance your home, keep an eye out for lower rates.
Home Loan Rates Decline: Current Mortgage Rates for Aug. 20, 2024
Quite a few major mortgage rates declined. It’s still expensive to buy a house, but there’s more good news in the housing market.
Quite a few major mortgage rates declined. It’s still expensive to buy a house, but there’s more good news in the housing market.
Those Long, Relaxing Baths Are Tripling Your Water Bill
Shower your way to massive water bill savings.
Shower your way to massive water bill savings.