
What does Wi-Fi stand for? - New Scientist
Wi-Fi became a ubiquitous technology in laptops more than a decade ago and the phrase is in daily use. Now the wireless networking technology can be found in our watches, phones, …
Hedy Lamarr | Actor and second world war inventor | New Scientist
Jan 19, 2000 · When Wi-Fi standards were first defined in 1997, they allowed for both FH and DS systems, but DS quickly became the dominant system and there are no FH Wi-Fi devices in …
The man who can hear Wi-Fi wherever he walks - New Scientist
Nov 12, 2014 · Technology The man who can hear Wi-Fi wherever he walks Frank Swain has been going deaf since his 20s. Now he has hacked his hearing so he can listen in to the data …
Wireless routers could spy on your breathing and heartbeat
Apr 22, 2015 · A radar-like system that fits inside a Wi-Fi box can record health data and keep tabs on your mood – without you even noticing
Tiny chip could enable super-secure quantum Wi-Fi - New Scientist
Jul 2, 2024 · Technology Tiny chip could enable super-secure quantum Wi-Fi A 1.8-millimetre-wide silicon chip with over 1000 components could help quantum devices communicate …
Google Stadia - New Scientist
Google Stadia is a streaming service for playing video games over the internet. Instead of having to buy a high-spec computer or console to play games, people need only a Wi-Fi controller …
Wireless devices: a health threat during pregnancy?
Jun 9, 2014 · A group of doctors, scientists and non-profit organisations have launched an unofficial campaign encouraging pregnant women to limit their exposure to radiation from …
Backpack generates a powerful punch - New Scientist
Sep 8, 2005 · The up-and-down motion of the backpack as the wearer walks could be harnessed to power cellphones with Wi-Fi or GPS connections A backpack that generates electricity as …
Wi-Fi camera emails pictures without a PC - New Scientist
Sep 16, 2005 · Kodak is to offer consumers a Wi-Fi enabled camera that can take high-quality digital pictures, then email them to friends and store them automatically in an online image …
The best new sci-fi of April 2025 features an ... - New Scientist
Apr 2, 2025 · From robot rights to ageing and climate change, this month’s science fiction squares up to the big topics, with new titles from authors including Nick Harkaway and Eve Smith