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"Aphantasia", Absence of Visual Imagination, Shown Detectable Through Pupil Dilation

Long-time Slashdot reader drinkypoo writes: Researchers at UNSW Sydney have discovered that aphantasia, or lack of visual imagination, can be detected by lack of pupillary response. Pupillary response to both real and imagined objects was measured an.....»»

Category: topSource:  slashdotApr 24th, 2022

YouTube Premium users are accidentally being shown ads

It seems that due to a potential bug, YouTube Premium users are being shown ads when they shouldn’t be seeing any. The post YouTube Premium users are accidentally being shown ads appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re not a fan of ads.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated News22 hr. 1 min. ago

Agrivoltaics for sustainable food, energy and water management in East Africa

Combining solar power production with agriculture can significantly boost crop yields, conserve water and generate low-carbon electricity for areas particularly vulnerable to climate change, a new study has shown......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 13th, 2024

Here are 5 ways Visual Intelligence will make your life easier [Video]

I have been using Apple’s new Visual Intelligence feature since the moment iOS 18.2 Developer Beta released a few weeks........»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Xiaomi plays nice with Apple with its new HyperConnect feature

Xiaomi has recently shown off a demo for their HyperConnect feature, allowing users to share files with Apple users. The post Xiaomi plays nice with Apple with its new HyperConnect feature appeared first on Phandroid. Android and iOS are t.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

LED light strategy deters Great White shark attacks

Surfers could be protected from future shark attacks following new discoveries about how to trick sharks' visual systems made by Professor Nathan Hart, head of Macquarie University's Neurobiology Lab, Dr. Laura Ryan and colleagues......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

A Popular Decongestant Doesn’t Work. The FDA Is Finally Doing Something About It

Oral phenylephrine was shown to be ineffective for treating nasal congestion over a year go. This week, the FDA took the first steps toward removing it from pharmacy shelves......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

See Motorola’s latest updates to its rollable phone concept

Motorola has shown off concept hardware for its Rizr rollable phone, and now a patent shows how it's working to make it a usable, everyday phone......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 11th, 2024

This Deal Slashes 60% OFF the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma!

A highlight of the controller is its built-in lighting setup, which adds some visual flair to your gaming sessions. The post This Deal Slashes 60% OFF the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma! appeared first on Phandroid. As far as third-party gaming.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

Struggling with relationships? You may be too materialistic

Digital technology and social media have revolutionized communication, making people more connected than ever. Yet many developed nations are struggling with loneliness and data has shown that while we have more ways to connect with others, the quant.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Are these tiny insects the world"s laziest bugs?

At less than 3mm long, you may not think Dunatothrips aneurae seem like much. And—as I have shown in a new study published in the Journal of Animal Ecology—you'd be absolutely right. That's because these may be the world's laziest insects......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Snow seen on Mount Fuji after record absence

Snow has finally fallen on Mount Fuji, images showed Wednesday, after warm weather led to the Japanese mountain's longest-ever stint with bare slopes......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

The PS5 Pro’s biggest problem is that the PS5 is already very good

For $700, I was hoping for a much larger leap in visual impact. In many ways, the timing of Sony's 2016 launch of the PS4 Pro couldn't have been better. The slightly upgraded vers.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Bio-based fibers could pose greater threat to environment than conventional plastics

Bio-based materials may pose a greater health risk to some of the planet's most important species than the conventional plastics they are designed to replace, a new study has shown......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

The "27 Club" isn"t true, but it is real—a sociologist explains why myths endure and how they shape reality

There's a certain allure to the notion that some of the world's brightest stars burn out at the age of 27. The so-called 27 Club has captivated the public imagination for half a century. Its members include legendary musicians Jimi Hendrix, Janis Jop.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

New book explores the relationship between beauty and crisis

Creating and nurturing beauty in dark times helps us endure another day. Beauty can help us appraise how we live and how we can build better lives. Its presence or absence is a critique of the social and political structures that are necessary to all.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Man Utd: The myth of the "all-powerful" football manager is why so many of them get the sack

The sacking of a top football manager is not unusual. It happens frequently, every season. The latest (well-compensated) victim is Erik ten Hag, who was shown the door at Manchester United on October 28 2024......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

iOS 18.2 with Image Playground and Visual Intelligence expected in early December

A new report suggests that the actual launch date for iOS 18.2 will be the first week of December, featuring new graphics tools including Image Playground and Genmoji.iOS 18.2 will focus on graphics tools that leverage Apple Intelligence.The Bloomber.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Spotify vs. Pandora: which streaming service should you choose?

Spotify vs. Pandora -- which music streaming platform is best for you? From visual interface to music discovery features, we'll help you weigh these two giants......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

iOS 18.2 with Image Playground and Visual Intelligence now expected in early December

A new report suggests that the actual launch date for iOS 18.2 will be the first week of December, featuring new graphics tools including Image Playground and Genmoji.iOS 18.2 will focus on graphics tools that leverage Apple Intelligence.The Bloomber.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 3rd, 2024

The new Mac mini will be Apple’s fastest desktop Mac, as shown by M4 Pro Geekbench scores

The new will be Apple’s fastest desktop Mac, ever, eclipsing the M2 Ultra performance of Mac Studio and Mac Pro. The base M4 Mac mini will be blazing fast too, but for single core and multi-core, the M4 Pro is the new desktop king (We expect the h.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsNov 1st, 2024