Electronics

Future technologies demand batteries that do more work but run cool, so a major new push has begun to remake them. Patent pioneer Esther Takeuchi explains how

Those who responded to our call for images of obscure, obsolete devices did not disappoint. Here are our favorites
 

In the near future access to information and new technology may make profits and privacy obsolete, and force us to redefine the boundaries between humanity and machines

The World Economic Forum's Global Agenda Council meetings are going on this week in Dubai. More than 1000 experts (including Scientific American editor-in-chief Mariette DiChristina) have gathered to discuss big world problems such as climate change, poverty, water shortages, energy and innovation.

This week begins the World Economic Forum's Global Agenda Council meetings. More than 1000 experts (including Scientific American editor-in-chief Mariette DiChristina) have gathered in Dubai to discuss big world problems such as climate change, poverty, water shortages, energy and innovation.

Yondr’s locking gadget-case aims to keep digital distractions down during live performances. Larry Greenemeier reports

 

Thousands of small children swallow tiny batteries each year. A new battery coating could protect kids from internal burns and still allow the batteries to work. Cynthia Graber reports

 

Even as 3-D printing's impact on science, healthcare and consumer electronics grows, these devices aren't likely to find their way into your home anytime soon.

Most software today arrives full of small bugs. But big glitches have lost whole spacecraft or could send tourists driving into the ocean

Mobile apps help you manage your mental health

Software developers know about bugs—but ship products anyway

Physics-flouting design could change sports dynamics