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MIT's new AI can teach itself to control robots by watching the world through their eyes — it only needs a single camera
By Tristan Greene published
The new training method doesn't use sensors or onboard control tweaks, but a single camera that watches the robot's movements and uses visual data.

Scientists achieve 'magic state' quantum computing breakthrough 20 years in the making
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet published
Scientists demonstrate a process called "magic state distillation" in logical qubits for the first time, meaning we can now build quantum computers that are both error-free and more powerful than supercomputers.

Best spotting scopes in 2025 for birdwatching and wildlife observation
By Matt Morris published
In time for Prime Day, we've rounded up the best spotting scopes, which offer greater magnification than binoculars.

Best trail cameras: Capture wildlife photos and videos the easy way
By James Abbott published
These are the best trail cameras to suit all budgets and requirements for tracking and photographing wildlife.

Meet Skydweller: A solar-powered drone that can fly for 90 days straight — it's wider and 160 times lighter than a Boeing 747
By Peter Ray Allison published
Skydweller is a solar-powered drone that can fly for up to three months without landing, with researchers hoping to one day achieve much longer flight times.

Penny-sized laser could help driverless cars see the world so much clearer
By Rory Bathgate published
Researchers have created an ultrasensitive laser the size of a penny that could improve lidar technology, boosting autonomous vehicles in the process.

Best macro lenses 2025: Get close to nature with incredible detail
By Kimberley Lane last updated
From flowers to fine textures, these macro lenses bring tiny subjects into sharp focus — find the perfect lens to elevate your close-up photography.

Missed Prime Day? These camera, telescope and binocular deals are still live — just in time for the Perseids and Sturgeon moon
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals We've rounded up the best camera deals from Sony, Nikon, Canon and more — save $$$'s on your next mirrorless or DSLR camera.
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