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January 21st, 2023 | NASA regains contact with mini-helicopter on Mars

Jan 22, 2024
NASA regains contact with mini-helicopter on Mars, password restrictions discussed, Flipper Zero showcased as a multi-tool device, memories of Bell Labs, Google's incognito mode tracking revealed, long-living fish, accusation of plagiarism against author, introduction of 'auto' in C programming, case for Rust in the base system, and breakthrough in cancer treatment discussed.
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  • NASA's mini-helicopter on Mars has regained contact with Earth, allowing for further analysis and future flight possibilities.
  • Ensuring digital identity security involves balancing user-friendly practices with robust protection and exploring the uses of alternative tech gadgets like Flipper Zero.

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NASA's Ingenuity Helicopter Reconnects After Signal Loss on Mars

NASA's Ingenuity helicopter, after experiencing signal loss on its 72nd Mars flight, has reconnected with its team on Earth. The team is now analyzing new data to understand the communication dropout and determine future flight possibilities.

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