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The Artemis II crew snapped some mesmerizing photos of Earth
The Artemis II crew captured stunning photographs of Earth during their journey around the Moon, with Commander Reid Wiseman sharing images taken from the Orion capsule. These photos showcase detailed views of our planet, including auroras and zodiacal light. The mission serves as a crucial test for future deep space travel, with a planned return to the Moon for Artemis IV in 2028.
Engadget Podcast: How Apple keeps redefining personal computing at 50
This analysis discusses Apple's 50-year legacy in personal computing and its continued relevance in the industry. The article also touches upon the successful launch of NASA's Artemis II mission and SpaceX's potential IPO, alongside other tech news including a leak from Anthropic and an FCC ban on foreign-made WiFi routers.
The Morning After: NASA’s Artemis II is on a voyage around the Moon
NASA's Artemis II mission successfully launched, marking the first crewed flight around the Moon in the Artemis program. The mission aims to test the Orion capsule's capabilities for future lunar landers, despite minor issues like a malfunctioning onboard toilet. The article also briefly touches on other news including SpaceX's potential IPO, new EVs, Apple executive retirements, battery technology claims, and reviews of audio and projector equipment.
NASA's Artemis II mission has left Earth's orbit
NASA's Artemis II mission has successfully departed Earth's orbit, marking the first human departure from Earth orbit since 1972. The Orion capsule, carrying astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen, completed a critical engine burn to set its course for a 10-day trip around the moon. Despite minor issues with the onboard toilet and Microsoft Outlook, the mission is proceeding as planned.
Exodus Drops Yet Another Sneak Peek, This Time of a Snow-Covered World
Archetype released a new, short gameplay showcase for their upcoming space exploration game, Exodus. The footage features protagonist Jun Aslan exploring a snow-covered alien planet with mysterious structures. Exodus is slated for a 2027 release on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, and is seen as a competitor to The Expanse: Osiris Reborn.
Morning Metaverse
Amazon is reportedly in talks to acquire Globalstar, a move that would allow it to compete with SpaceX's Starlink in the satellite internet market. Separately, NASA's Artemis II crew experienced issues with Microsoft Outlook, requiring remote access from Earth to resolve.
Ny Starfield-film visar mer från den fria rymden
Bethesda has released a new trailer showcasing the upcoming Free Lanes update for Starfield, which aims to improve space exploration. The update, launching on April 7th alongside the paid DLC Terran Armada for PlayStation 5, introduces new regions, autopilot features, and ship crew interactions. It also adds a new resource called X-Tech, asteroid bases, action figures, and pets.
Apparently you can't escape Microsoft Outlook issues even in space as Artemis II astronauts ask NASA for help with…
Astronauts on the Artemis II mission have reported issues with Microsoft Outlook, prompting them to request assistance from NASA. The problems highlight ongoing software challenges even in critical space missions. Microsoft is reportedly working on improving its native Windows applications.
Artemis II crew is like just like us, needs help with Microsoft Outlook issues
The Artemis II crew experienced technical difficulties with Microsoft Outlook and internet connectivity on their personal computing devices during their 10-day mission. Commander Reid Wiseman requested assistance from mission control to resolve the software issues, drawing parallels to common office worker frustrations.
Artemis II crew is just like us, needs help with Microsoft Outlook issues
The four-person crew of the Artemis II space mission experienced technical difficulties with their Microsoft Surface Pro devices, specifically with internet connectivity and the Microsoft Outlook application. Commander Reid Wiseman requested remote assistance from mission control to resolve the software issues. The article also briefly mentions a prior, more critical issue with a toilet fan that was successfully resolved.
The Artemis II mission has started its 10-day journey around the moon
The Artemis II mission, carrying NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen, has begun its 10-day journey around the moon. Launched from Kennedy Space Center, this marks the first crewed Artemis flight and a return to deep space exploration since the Apollo program. The mission includes testing the Orion spacecraft's manual piloting capabilities for future lunar landers.
Bethesda Shares Starfield Free Lanes Deep Dive, Included in PS5 Version
Bethesda has released a deep dive video detailing the "Free Lanes" update for Starfield, which will be included in the base PlayStation 5 version launching on April 7, 2026. This update adds features like planet-to-planet flight, an autopilot function, new gear crafting, ship customization options, and a new companion.
Watch the first crewed Artemis mission take flight
NASA's Artemis II mission, the first crewed flight of the Artemis program, is scheduled to launch today, April 1, from the Kennedy Space Center. The 10-day mission will send astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen on a trip around the moon to study the effects of deep space travel on human health. This marks humanity's first journey into deep space since the Apollo program, with engineers having completed critical checks on the Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft.
Starfield Gets One More Free Lanes Overview Ahead of the Update’s Release
Starfield is receiving a major update on April 7th, introducing the Terran Armada faction and new activities. The update includes a new Cruise Mode for interplanetary travel within star systems, new points of interest, and Legendary Ranks with X-Tech for ship system upgrades. The PlayStation 5 version will also launch on the same day, leveraging Sony's hardware.
Out of the Blue
NASA has begun the countdown for its Artemis II launch mission. This mission marks a significant step in the Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon.
The Science Fiction Series, Movies, and Anime Defining the Genre
This analysis explores the defining elements of the science fiction genre across series, movies, and anime, highlighting themes such as identity, technology, and survival. It discusses various titles like Severance, Dune, 3 Body Problem, and Foundation, examining their unique contributions to the genre's evolution and its capacity to challenge viewers' perceptions of life and the future.
SpaceX loses contact with one of its Starlink satellites
SpaceX has lost contact with Starlink satellite 34343 following an unspecified anomaly on March 29. The satellite experienced a 'fragment creation event' at an altitude of approximately 348 miles, posing no risk to the International Space Station or upcoming missions. LeoLabs suggests the anomaly was likely caused by an internal energetic source rather than external factors.
'STELLAR TACTICS' AVAILABLE NOW
Maverick Games has released Stellar Tactics, a turn-based RPG featuring deep character customization, squad-based combat, and open-world space exploration across over 160,000 star systems. The game is available now on PC platforms including Steam, GOG, and Humble. Stellar Tactics was developed by solo indie studio Maverick Games, founded by Don Wilkins.
Artemis is going to the moon this week, so let’s celebrate by taking a look at some of the best lunar games out there in the black
With NASA's Artemis II mission to the moon scheduled for this week, this article highlights several video games that feature lunar settings or space exploration. Titles like Kerbal Space Program, Deliver Us the Moon, Elite Dangerous, and Lunar Lander are discussed for their unique takes on space travel and moon-based scenarios.
NASA pauses its lunar Gateway plan, a comet reverses its spin and more science news
NASA has announced significant changes to its Artemis moon program, including pausing the development of the lunar Gateway space station in favor of building a $20 billion moon base. The agency also revealed new details about a comet that reversed its spin and released stunning new images of Saturn from the Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes.