Solar power is something we will see more and more of in the coming decades. But the technology seems to have needed a boost for a while. Well, that boost may finally be here. Scientists have discovered a crystal that allows us to print solar panels onto any surface, and it could revolutionize the solar power world.

One of the biggest scientific breakthroughs in the last decade has been the discovery and use of CRISPR. While some may know it as the gene-editing process, there are many applications to this technology that scientists have yet to discover.

In this Digital Life Hack, Kim walks you through everything you need to do to keep your Apple or Android smartphone running smoothly. Improve your battery life, increase your phone's available memory and say goodbye to unexpected crashes and restarts. Kim tells you which apps hog your storage, how to check for malware, why you need to keep up with updates and much more.

The first commercial spaceport is under construction. That means yes, you can go to space — but be prepared to pay a pretty penny. Scientists are working on a new way to perform organ transplants you'll have to see to believe, and a new headphone brand blows your earbuds out of the water.

When designing new robots, engineers often look to nature for inspiration. Nature has already played a role with some ingenious solutions to common problems. These robots can do some pretty amazing things, and they all have real-world counterparts.

Nine years ago, Ohio native Ian Burkhart's whole life changed after a wave pushed him into a sandbar — paralyzing the former athlete. Now, thanks to BATTELLE NeuroLife® technology, Ian is able to use his hand again. A muscle stimulation device and a brain-computer interface pair up to give him back some of his freedom. Kim and Ian talk about his injury and the ways advancements in technology are changing lives.

Are you tired of weeding through the videos that seem interesting but end up being a disappointment? Stop wasting hours of your life searching YouTube feeds and follow my channel instead! I'll show the videos you actually want to watch and keep you up to date with the latest technology and news — and, of course, incredibly cute videos!

Robocalls interrupt us constantly, fool us into answering with numbers that look a little too familiar, and scam Americans out of millions of dollars every year. That's exactly why we put together a guide to help. Learn all Kim's best tricks for stopping annoying robocalls, in one place for easy reference.

Navigating the digital world can be intimidating and sometimes downright daunting. But I'm here to help! Do you want to cut the cable? Maybe you’d like advice on starting your own online business. Or perhaps someone in your family is misusing tech and you need some help. 

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