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14 Apple Products That Failed Miserably
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Present day Apple is one of the richest and most powerful companies in the world. Lately, it seems they can do no wrong. The iPad was ridiculed in 2010 by tech experts as an unnecessary toy - until they sold almost 20 million units in the first year alone. People line up for days in [...] The post 14 Apple Products That Failed Miserably appeared first on Goliath.
How Light Propulsion Will Work
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Like many new technologies, light propulsion was originally conceived as a tool of war and national defense. But the "Star Wars" missile defense system may eventually send rockets, rather than missile-destroying lasers, into space.
AI Completed Beethoven's Unfinished 10th Symphony. Here's How It Sounds
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Famed composer Ludwig von Beethoven died leaving just a few notes for his 10th Symphony. More than 200 years later, scientists use artificial intelligence to finish the job.
One in Six Say They'd Rather Die 'Young.' What Age Is That?
Think you're going to die young? You might want to rethink that. According to new research, your preferred life expectancy influences when you die.
How Much Do You Know About Trains?
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Trains are one of the most common forms of transportation in the world, with millions of people riding them each year. Do you actually know anything about them, though? Find out with this quiz!
What if we covered a city in a giant glass dome?
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Domed cities would provide the same temperature year-round, no rain or snow, and the ability to go outside without worrying about a sunburn. Have they been tried before, and what about the people who enjoy their seasons?
5 Times Marketers Totally Missed the Mark
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Several major companies have been under fire recently for offensive marketing tactics and ads. HowStuffWorks looks at a few that have made headlines in recent years.
How Smart Windows Work
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With energy bills on the rise, homeowners are looking for new ways to use less power around the house. A cutting-edge window technology called the "smart window" allows consumers to fully or partially block light by turning a knob or pressing a button.
Classic Airplanes
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Every one of these classic airplanes was the product of loving care of an intelligent design team doing the best work of their era. Learn how aviation evolved and find links to classic airplane profiles, from the early years through today's jet age.
Which Time Period Is Your Soulmate Stuck In?
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Get out your time machine and crank it up, it's time to find your other half! But which year are you going to? Take this quiz now and we'll guide you in the right direction!