Rod Pyle, a space historian and author who has created and offered executive leadership and innovation training at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Rod has gotten praise and appreciation for his work from the departing Deputy Director of NASA and the Chief Knowledge Officer of the Johnson Space Center. Here is an experience shared by Rod on a month on Mars.

The Haughton-Mars Project on Devon Island served as a reminder of both one conceivable future and our frenzied and violently altering past. It is a vast, desolate, and ominous terrain, covered in grit and dust, with boulders and other structures that are uniformly sharp enough to sever skin. However, the far views show gentle undulating plains with sporadic buttes, gullies, and low hills. The valleys wind interminably from one place to another, with a few trapped lakes of brilliant meltwater scattered everywhere.

It has features that have been sculpted over eons by beautiful but extinct glaciers and regularly polished by scouring, grit-filled, fierce winds. It is primarily red in color. And despite all the risks posed by its rocky surface, magic lives there. The landscape makes false claims about nearby and distant features, making it impossible for someone who lives in a city like myself to judge distance by sight. There are no bushes, trees, electricity wires, buildings, or other obstructions. The majestic boulder resting in the midst of the plain could be ten feet tall or three times that height, and the valley to the left could be two miles away or just a few hundred yards away.

Although lateral visual estimations could be off, this is not extremely concerning. But after a while, the outrageously inaccurate perceptions of z-axis distance—that is, the distance between you and another object—agitate the primitive brain.

Rod made a point of thinking back on the trip and making sure that he committed each event — and the location itself — to memory, and in as vivid a way as possible while he went through the motions to help tie up the visit. Although difficult, the surroundings are an utopia compared to Mars.

For the rest of his days, he said, he will think back on this trip. “I had dreamt about living on Mars since I was a little boy during the Space Race as a result of my obsessive reading of science fiction. Although there is still a long way to go before humanity settles on other planets, with the NASA Artemis lunar program’s first flight just a few weeks away, we would finally be making progress after 50 years “Rod stated.

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Massive display smartphones are in high demand. It is visible in the latest iPhone 14 lineup. All of them are massive phones. The massive iPhone 14 Plus iPhone 14 series has effectively killed the mini. What if you can get an iPhone 13 mini at $0.

This incredible offer comes from Verizon, a US telecom company that is offering a massive price cut to allow you to enjoy the iPhone 13 mini for free. It is normally priced at $599, but the deal allows you to own it for $0.

However, you must meet certain requirements in order to receive this iPhone for free. All you have to do is own the device while signing up for a Verizon plan. Furthermore, the deal takes an intriguing turn in that you do not need to trade in an old smartphone to receive this discount. Here is how you can get this free iPhone 13 mini deal from Verizon.

• Select Add a new line with ‘Specific plans required.’ “A new line is required,” beneath the variants option.
• Continue by selecting a new user option, which will bring up a new screen where you must enter your ZIP code and confirm your location.
• Following that, you will see several Verizon plans to get the iPhone 13 mini for free, from which you can select one and proceed to make payment for the 36-month period.
• Make the payment, and you’re done; you’ll soon be able to enjoy the last iPhone mini phone.

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On October 5, four astronauts will launch to the International Space Station (ISS) for a six-month stay aboard the orbital laboratory. The launch will take place from the Kennedy Space Center using SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket as part of NASA’s Crew 5 mission. The team, which consists of three US astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut, will work alongside Russian cosmonauts to conduct several critical experiments during their mission.

While our #Crew5 crew orbits the Earth this fall, they'll be working on @ISS_Research to keep our hearts healthy—in outer space and back on the ground: https://t.co/IFfJAgKDLY pic.twitter.com/eZmYdgd4aC

— NASA (@NASA) September 28, 2022

Here are the experiments these astronauts will conduct

Project Eagle

Project Eagle, funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), would investigate the effects of spaceflight on the properties of heart muscle cells derived from stem cells. According to NASA, this experiment will aid scientists in developing a functional 3D heart tissue model that will be used to test new drugs. When it comes to stem cells, scientists have discovered that cells grown in microgravity can form 3D cultures with better structure and properties than 2D cultures grown on Earth. Notably, researchers have previously successfully cultured cardiac cells on the ISS and returned the cells to Earth for further study in order to discover and test new drug treatments.

Liquid behavior

The liquid behavior experiment, developed by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), would aid in the study of how liquids behave in gravitational environments other than Earth’s. According to NASA, this experiment is unique in that it will be the first direct observation of liquid behavior in environments that simulate the gravity of the Moon and Mars.

Advanced bioprinting

Notably, some of the experiments will be delivered to the ISS for the astronauts using Northrop Grumman’s Cygnus spacecraft in early November, including an upgraded BioFabrication Facility (BFF). NASA will use the upgraded facility to print new cells and, eventually, full-fledged organs for transplant as well as bioprinting foods and medicines on demand. According to the agency, microgravity allows for the printing of higher-quality tissue samples than is possible on Earth.

The CARDIOBREATH experiment

The astronauts will investigate cardiorespiratory system deconditioning and how it affects blood pressure control in the CARDIOBREATH experiment, which is funded by the Canadian Space Agency (CSA). Years of data analysis have revealed that astronauts’ cardiovascular, respiratory, and musculoskeletal systems change during spaceflight, with long-term consequences.

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The Realme 9i 5G smartphone was released on August 18, 2022. The phone has a 6.60-inch touchscreen display with a refresh rate of 90 Hz and a resolution of 1080×2400 pixels (FHD+). The octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 810 processor powers the Realme 9i 5G. It has 4GB and 6GB of RAM. It is powered by a 5000mAh battery and runs Android 12. It is compatible with proprietary fast charging.

Features of Realme 9i 5G

In terms of cameras, it has a 50-megapixel camera with an f/1.8 aperture on the back. Autofocus is available on the rear camera setup. It has a single front-facing camera with an 8-megapixel sensor and an f/2.0 aperture for selfies.

It is powered by Android 12 and comes with 64GB or 128GB of internal storage that can be expanded via a microSD card (up to 1024GB) with a dedicated slot. This has a dual-SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that supports Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM cards. The Realme 9i 5G weighs 187.00 grammes and measures 164.40 x 75.10 x 8.10mm (height x width x thickness). This phone is available in Metallica Gold, Rocking Black, and Soulful Blue.

Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, GPS, Bluetooth v5.20, USB Type-C, 3G, 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India), and 5G are among the connectivity options on this phone.

Price

This smartphone from Realme is smartly priced in India starting from ₹ 14,999.

Key Specifications

• Display – 6.60-inch (1080×2400)
• Processor – MediaTek Dimensity 810
• Front Camera – 8MP
• Rear Camera – 50MP
• RAM – 4GB, 6GB
• Storage – 64GB, 128GB
• Battery Capacity – 5000mAh
• OS – Android 12

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OnePlus has released a number of televisions in both the Indian and global markets in recent years. Many users have been impressed by the company’s televisions due to their high picture quality and low prices. The Chinese company released the 50 Y1S Pro Budget Smart TV with a 4K screen, MEMC, and ALLM in July. According to a reliable source, OnePlus is preparing to launch a new 55-inch LED TV in India.

OnePlus TV 50 Y1S Pro Specifications

A 50-inch 4K UHD display is included with the OnePlus TV 50 Y1S Pro. It has a Gamma Engine for real-time image quality improvement and supports HDR10+, HDR10, and HLG formats. The TV sports a premium and stylish bezel-less design. It has two full-range speakers with a total audio output of 24W and Dolby Audio support for an immersive experience.

It has 3x HDMI 2.1 (1x eARC), 2xUSB 2.0, optical, ethernet, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. In terms of software, the TV runs Android TV 10. Additionally, OnePlus’ OxygenPlay 2.0 interface is available. The Oneplus TV has 2GB of RAM and 8GB of storage. It is compatible with Google Assistant, Alexa, and Chromecast.

Price and Discounts

OnePlus TV 32|40|43 Y1 would cost Rs 9,499 (including a bank discount) instead of Rs 18,999. RedCoins will allow users to save an additional Rs 1500.

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The Vivo Y73 smartphone was released on June 10, 2021. The device has a 6.44-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1080×2400 pixels. The octa-core MediaTek Helio G95 processor powers the Y73. It includes 8GB of RAM. The  Y73 runs Android 11 and is powered by a 4000mAh battery. This phone is compatible with proprietary fast charging.

In terms of camera, the Y73 on the rear packs a triple camera setup comprising a 64-megapixel (f/1.79) primary camera; a 2-megapixel (f/2.4) camera, and a 2-megapixel (f/2.4) camera. Autofocus is available on the rear camera setup. It has a single front-facing camera with a 16-megapixel sensor and an f/2.0 aperture for selfies.

The Y73 runs Funtouch OS 11.1 is based on Android 11 and packs 128GB of built-in storage that can be expanded via microSD card (up to 1000GB) with a dedicated slot. The Y73 is a dual-SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that supports Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM cards. The Vivo Y73 weighs 170.00 grams and measures 161.24 x 74.30 x 7.38mm (height x width x thickness). It was released in the colors Diamond Flare and Roman Black.

Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, GPS, Bluetooth v5.00, USB Type-C, 3G, 4G, and 5G with active 4G on both SIM cards are among the connectivity options on the Y73. The phone’s sensors include an accelerometer, an ambient light sensor, a gyroscope, a proximity sensor, and an in-display fingerprint sensor.

Vivo Y73’s price in India starts at Rs. 19,990.

• Display – 6.44-inch (1080×2400)
• Processor – MediaTek Helio G95
• Front Camera – 16MP
• Rear Camera – 64MP + 2MP + 2MP
• RAM – 8GB
• Storage – 128GB
• Battery Capacity – 4000mAh
• OS – Android 11

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The Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate is yet another ROG series gaming device. From display to battery and configurations to storage, Asus has supported all the areas to offer customers an extraordinary gaming experience. Besides that, the device will also support other basic requirements of users all too well.

Complete Specs and features of Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate

The brand has managed to install a beautiful AMOLED display on this smartphone. The size of this display is 6.78-inches and it does have an aspect ratio of 20.4:9. Besides that, it has a resolution of 2448 x 1080 pixels, a pixel density of 395ppi, and a refresh rate of 165Hz refresh rate that would enable users to play heavy games and scroll online posts fluidly.

A 50MP Main Camera, a 13MP Ultra-Wide Angle Camera, and a 5MP Macro Camera are accessible on the back side of this phone On the front, there is also a 12MP shooter that claims to support both still and moving photography.

This phone’s powerful performance is fueled by a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 MT6983 chipset, 16GB RAM, and an Octa-core processor with a Single-core, 3.05GHz, Cortex X2, a Tri-core, 2.85GHz Cortex A710, and a Quad-core, 1.8GHz, Cortex A510 layout. A Mali-G710 MP10 GPU contributes to the device’s gaming performance.

To promote this powerful performance, the brand has filled this phone with a 6000mAh battery. To recharge this Li-Polymer battery, Asus has included a 65W Fast Charging system.

A limited type, 512GB inbuilt storage of the ROG Phone 6D Ultimate allows customers to keep their apps, images, documents, and other stuff. Bluetooth v5.3, 4G VoLTE, A-GPS with Glonass, Mobile Hotspot, NFC, 5G, and USB Type-C are among its connectivity features.

Pricing of Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate

The price of this smartphone in India is expected to be Rs. 108,780 and is expected to be launched on Dec 21, 2022.

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OPPO Reno 9 is the upcoming mobile that is a great combination of functionality and style. The phone is expected to be released in India on September 29, 2022, at a starting price of Rs 42,999. This lightweight, sleek, and stylish phone will be available in a variety of color options.

The phone is expected to have a 6.7-inch (17.02-cm) display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, which will bring content to life. The mobile will guarantee a faster and lag-free performance while watching videos, playing intense graphics games, or browsing the web since it is said to be equipped with Octa-core (2.2 GHz, Dual-core, Kryo 570 + 1.8 GHz, Hexa Core, Kryo 570) processor. Moreover, the upcoming mobile phone will be equipped with 8 GB of RAM so that you can switch between multiple apps without any interruptions.

This forthcoming mobile from OPPO is lauded to run the Android v12 operating system. And, it might be housing a 5000 mAh battery which will let users use the gadget for long hours for playing games, listening to songs, watching movies, and more for a longer duration without having to worry about battery drainage.

It is rumored that there will be a 64 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP. Features on the rear camera setup might include Digital Zoom, Auto Flash, Face detection, and Touch to focus. You will also be able to take stunning selfies and make video calls with the OPPO Reno 9, which is expected to have a 32 MP front camera.

Various connectivity options on the OPPO Reno 9 are rumored to include WiFi – 802.11, b/g/n, Mobile Hotspot, Bluetooth – v5.1, and 5G supported by the device (network not rolled-out in India), 4G (supports Indian bands), 3G, 2G. Moreover, sensors on the smartphone might include a Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, and Gyroscope.

OPPO Reno 9 smartphone price in India is likely to be Rs 42,999. OPPO Reno 9 is rumored to be launched in the country on September 29, 2022. As for the color options, the OPPO Reno 9 smartphone may come in Black, Gold colors.

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OnePlus 11R is a flagship investment that comes with a slew of advanced features. Its multifaceted configuration sheet is ready to provide an enjoyable operational experience throughout. A 128GB internal storage space and the Android v12 OS are also very useful.

The OnePlus 11R has a 6.55-inch Fluid AMOLED display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a pixel density of 402ppi, and a 21.5:9 aspect ratio. On this bezel-less display, the brand has included a punch-hole for the front camera. Furthermore, Corning Gorilla Glass v5 provides precise resistance to accidental damage. The OnePlus 11R’s back end features a 48MP f/1.8 Wide Angle Main Lens, an 8MP f/2.4 Telephoto Camera, a 50MP f/2.2 Ultra-Wide Angle Lens, and another 2MP f/2.4 Depth Lens. The brand has installed a 16MP f/2.4 Wide Angle Lens on the front of the smartphone, which captures beautiful images.

The OnePlus 11R is outfitted with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset and a Hexa-core processor with a triple Kryo 680 layout. This processor contributes to exceptional performance while operating at the maximum speed of 2.84GHz. The device’s internal functions are also supported by an Adreno 660 GPU and 8GB RAM. The smartphone’s operational energy is provided by a 5000mAh battery that supports 65W Fast Charging. It is a non-removable battery of the Li-Polymer type.

The OnePlus 11R comes with 128GB of internal storage that cannot be expanded. The smartphone supports 5G and 4G VoLTE networks, as well as Bluetooth v5.1, Wi-Fi, Mobile Hotspot, USB Type-C, A-GPS, and Glonass.

OnePlus 11R price in India is expected to be Rs. 45,490. It is expected to be launched on Oct 20, 2022.

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Bigg Boss 16, one of the most popular reality TV shows, is set to premiere soon. The show, hosted by Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, will premiere on October 1. Many well-known names from the Hindi film industry will appear as contestants on the show, and now actor, dancer, and Bigg Boss Marathi season 2 winner Shiv Thakare’s name has been finalized and confirmed for season 16, and he may be seen entering the BB house in the first episode.

In 2017, Shiv Thakare appeared on TV shows such as Anti-Social and Roadies Rising. He later appeared on Bigg Boss Marathi in 2018 and won the season’s trophy. Shiv joined the Roadies Revolution Pune audition panel in 2020. He recently became an entrepreneur, launching his own deodorant brand.

Bigg Boss Hindi had previously invited BB Marathi 1 winner Megha Dhade to compete in the 12th season, and she did so successfully. However, she was unable to win the competition. It remains to be seen how Shiv Thakare fared in Bigg Boss Hindi.

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