One of the strangest astronomy stories of the past few years is the sudden appearance of what scientists believe is the first interstellar object ever to be detected in our solar system. The cigar-shaped space rock known as Oumuamua puzzled scientists who attempted to explain what it was and where it may have originated, and there are still more questions than answers.

At first, researchers couldn’t decide whether or not it was an asteroid or a comet, and then debate raged over why Oumuamua appeared to actually speed up after it swung around the Sun and headed back into space. That last point is still the subject of ongoing research, and a new theory to explain its acceleration is set to appear in Astrophysical Journal Letters.

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1. There’s a new theory about the strange asteroid Oumuamua, and aliens aren’t involved

There’s a new theory about the strange asteroid Oumuamua, and aliens aren’t involved originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 12 Mar 2019 at 23:07:24 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Huawei later this month will unveil the P30 series, which is likely to include three models just like its predecessor. The P30 Lite, P30, and P30 Pro will be the stars of a March 26th press conference that will take place in Paris, France, although the phone’s signature feature was already confirmed, and several leaks showed the purported design of the phone. A brand new leak from Taiwan, meanwhile, delivers details about the phones’ specs.

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1. Specs for a brand new Android phone you won’t be able to buy just leaked

Specs for a brand new Android phone you won’t be able to buy just leaked originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 12 Mar 2019 at 21:03:08 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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At this point, there are still tons of unknowns surrounding the streaming video service Apple is reportedly going to unveil at an event March 25, during which we will hopefully get to see, among other things, the first actual clips from shows that will be part of Apple’s forthcoming Netflix rival.

The event, which is set for 10 a.m. local time at the Steve Jobs Theater, is momentous for a few reasons. There’s the announcement itself, which will take the iPhone maker into territory dominated by rivals like Netflix and HBO — streaming giants that have been at this for a long time and know better than anyone how difficult it is to pick creators and shows that generate buzz, viewership and the prestige that creatives team in any field covet.

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1. Some analysts think Apple’s Netflix rival will top 100M subscribers within a few years

Some analysts think Apple’s Netflix rival will top 100M subscribers within a few years originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 12 Mar 2019 at 20:08:36 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sending humans back to the Moon is something that NASA and a number of other space agencies around the world are currently working towards. Getting back there won’t be easy, but that’s not stopping anyone from trying.

It’s been several decades since man has walked on the lunar surface, and the last time we were there, we brought a fancy car with us to help us get around. When humans head to the Moon again, they’re going to need transportation, and a new partnership between Japanese space agency JAXA and carmaker Toyota may solve that problem.

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1. Japan might get an awesome new Moon rover built by Toyota

Japan might get an awesome new Moon rover built by Toyota originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 12 Mar 2019 at 19:06:23 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Microsoft might lack a mobile OS of its own, but that doesn’t mean the company is ignoring smartphones and tablets. The software maker is behind several popular mobile apps for iPhone and Android, and even sells select Android handsets in its stores. In the future, Windows 10 users will also be able to enjoy Android apps on their laptops and desktops, as Microsoft has started testing the Your Phone feature it first teased a few months ago.

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1. Android apps are now available on Windows 10 for Windows Insiders

Android apps are now available on Windows 10 for Windows Insiders originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 12 Mar 2019 at 18:04:50 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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An upcoming spacewalk at the International Space Station will feature two female astronauts for the very first time. NASA didn’t specifically plan it as an “all-woman spacewalk,” but things just kind of shook out that way, and as NASA’s ranks are inching closer to an even split between male and female astronauts, some are wondering about how that might affect upcoming trips to the Moon and eventually Mars.

When NASA’s Apollo missions sent mankind to the Moon things were a lot different for women in NASA and, put simply, the agency was overwhelmingly male. Today, women make up 34% of active NASA astronauts, and while that’s still well short of half, it’s a lot closer than it has been in the past.

So, is it time for a woman to walk on the Moon? NASA administrator Jim Bridenstine thinks so.

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1. NASA boss says first Martian ‘likely to be a woman’

NASA boss says first Martian ‘likely to be a woman’ originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 12 Mar 2019 at 17:02:11 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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There’s no universal consensus regarding which form of biometric security is best, but what’s clear overwhelmingly clear is that none are perfect. This was made apparent once again last week, as Lewis Hilsenteger (Unbox Therapy) demonstrated on his YouTube channel just how easy it is to deceive the face unlock feature of Samsung’s brand new Galaxy S10. Keep in mind, this is a $900 smartphone that launched just days ago.

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1. Galaxy S10 face unlock tricked by a video of the phone’s owner

Galaxy S10 face unlock tricked by a video of the phone’s owner originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 12 Mar 2019 at 16:35:38 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you have a desk job and you spend most of your day working on a computer, you definitely need glasses that block blue light. It’s so harmful over time, and so easy to protect yourself against that you have to be crazy not to do something about it. If you were unaware of how harmful continuous exposure to blue light is for your eyes, now’s your chance to act. Pick up a pair of Cyxus Blue Light Filter Computer Glasses on Amazon for just $20, and you can block all that harmful blue light without getting glasses that have those crazy yellow lenses.

Cyxus Blue Light Filter Computer Glasses for Blocking UV Headache [Anti Eye Eyestrain] Transpar…: $19.90

Here’s some additional info from the product page:

• ANTI BLUE LIGHT–+0.0x Reading glasses, anti harmful blue ray, provide all-day protection, against the detrimental effect high energy visible blue light and UV400.
• DIMENSION–Lens width: 53mm, Lens height: 43mm, Bridge: 15mm, Frame total: 141mm; Arm: 140mm;
• PC LENS–Glasses lenses are high-end space PC lens with SHMC tecnology , shock resistant and water proof, dust free and easy to clean;
• TRANSPARENT LENS–No color difference, bring you good visual experience.
• LIFETIME WARRANTY–We provide worry-free lifetime warranty(no man-made)and friendly customer service.

Cyxus Blue Light Filter Computer Glasses for Blocking UV Headache [Anti Eye Eyestrain] Transpar…: $19.90

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1. $20 gets you glasses that block blue light from your computer screen without ugly yellow lenses

$20 gets you glasses that block blue light from your computer screen without ugly yellow lenses originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 12 Mar 2019 at 16:12:15 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We’re learning a little more about what the comeback of the Motorola Razr is going to look like, building off of previously reported details that show the phone is being revived as a $1,500 foldable handset exclusive to Verizon.

A number of sites have presented fresh details today about everything from the Razr’s new logo to its internals, with one of the takeaways being that the device will feature specs that foldable offerings from rival smartphone makers will definitely outclass. Let’s take a look at what’s rumored to be in store.

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1. More specs have leaked for Motorola’s upcoming Razr foldable phone

More specs have leaked for Motorola’s upcoming Razr foldable phone originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 12 Mar 2019 at 15:49:04 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We’re huge Instant Pot fans here at BGR Deals, and our regular readers probably know that. It’s not often we would recommend another brand over Instant Pot — especially one that’s even pricier — but there are exceptions to every rule. The Breville BPR700BSS Pro Multi Function Cooker is one of the most advanced and consistent multi-use cookers we’ve ever come across. It has 11 different cooking modes, a nice big color-changing LCD display that indicates what the cooker is doing, and precise controls that let you fine-tune your settings so your food comes out perfect every time. It costs almost $250, but it’s worth every penny if you have the means.

Breville BPR700BSS Fast Slow Pro Multi Function Cooker, Brushed Stainless Steel: $236.98

Here are the key details from the product page:

• Color changing LCD tells you when the cooker is pressurizing, cooking or releasing steam
• 3-Way Safety System/Safety locking lid, automatic hands-free steam release, safety valve
• 11 pressure cook settings plus a custom setting to suit your favorite recipes
• Keep Warm function turns on after cooking so food is ready to serve when you are
• Removable cooking bowl with PTFE and PFOA free ceramic coating
• Capacity : 6 quart (MAX), 1 quart (MIN).Dimensions:12.5 x 13.5 x 14 inches

Breville BPR700BSS Fast Slow Pro Multi Function Cooker, Brushed Stainless Steel: $236.98

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1. This Instant Pot rival costs over $200… and it’s totally worth it

This Instant Pot rival costs over $200… and it’s totally worth it originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 12 Mar 2019 at 15:26:14 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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