The headlines say it all. Canada is on track to smash its all-time record for air pollution this year, and it’s all due to smoke from raging wildfires. The country has already endured seven months of unprecedented levels of smoke, prompting health warnings and forcing many Canadians to stay inside. This is a serious reminder… Continue reading Canada’s Wildfire Smoke Smashes Annual Pollution Record in Just Seven Months
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A bigger MacBook Air may cure Apple’s slumping laptop sales
Apple has always been a pioneer in the technology market and has consistently pushed the envelope when it comes to innovative MacBook designs. The introduction of the 12-inch MacBook, a slimmer and lighter version of its iconic Air, marked a successful refresh of its laptop lineup. However, Apple’s laptop sales have been slumping compared to… Continue reading A bigger MacBook Air may cure Apple’s slumping laptop sales
NASA’s powerful new air quality monitor has launched into space
NASA recently launched a powerful new air quality monitoring satellite, the High-Resolution Dynamics Limb Sounder (HIRDLS), designed to monitor and measure the Earth’s atmosphere. HIRDLS is an instrument on board the Aura satellite, which was launched on July 15th of this year. It measures gases, particles, and aerosols in the stratosphere, ultraviolet radiation, and the… Continue reading NASA’s powerful new air quality monitor has launched into space
How Paris Plans to Keep Athletes Cool Sans Air Conditioning During the 2024 Olympics
Amid record-breaking temperatures across the globe and warnings about their potential to disrupt major sporting events, Paris has come up with an innovative solution to keep athletes, audience members and officials cool during the 2024 Summer Olympics. The City of Light has unveiled radical plans to beat the heat during the two-week event without having… Continue reading How Paris Plans to Keep Athletes Cool Sans Air Conditioning During the 2024 Olympics
Apple’s M2-powered MacBook Air is nearly matching its lowest price to date
Apple has recently released an updated version of its flagship lightweight laptop, the MacBook Air. The new model is powered by the company’s M2 processor, and is one of the strongest and most powerful models the company has yet produced. To the delight of Apple fans, the new M2-powered MacBook Air is now nearly matching… Continue reading Apple’s M2-powered MacBook Air is nearly matching its lowest price to date
Ikea Finally Has an Air Quality Sensor That’s Actually Useful
Ikea, the powerhouse of Swedish furniture, recently unveiled an air quality sensor that promises to make customers’ lives easier. The sensor, being sold at Ikea stores worldwide, not only measures air quality, but it can also take corrective action when problems are detected. The air quality sensor scans the air for pollutants and volatile organic… Continue reading Ikea Finally Has an Air Quality Sensor That’s Actually Useful
Apple’s M1 MacBook Air for $799 is still easy to recommend
Apple recently released their new M1 MacBook Air for the low price of $799 – proving that the power of a laptop doesn’t necessarily have to come with an expensive price tag. With all the features that Apple has managed to cram into such a relatively light and affordable device, the M1 MacBook Air still… Continue reading Apple’s M1 MacBook Air for $799 is still easy to recommend
Backed Electrolux
Innovation and technology are key components when it comes to creating smarter, healthier homes. Recently, a French startup called Mila has found exciting success. Backed by Swedish consumer appliances giant Electrolux, this company recently secured $52 million in external funding and is valued at around $600 million. Mila has built an ambitious project: creating a… Continue reading Backed Electrolux