"Digitally literate" Gen Z and Millennials" pandemic experience shaped by social media
Younger people's experience of the COVID-19 pandemic was shaped by their savvy use of social media platforms, navigating mis- and dis-information, subjective content loops, big-tech algorithms and emerging "splinter platforms," a new University of Me.....»»
Here"s the average Social Security check at age 62 — is it enough for you to collect your benefits early?
Here"s the average Social Security check at age 62 — is it enough for you to collect your benefits early?.....»»
TikTok Studio is a new platform to help creators manage their account
As TikTok increasingly invests in tools for creators, the social network announced on Friday a new TikTok Studio platform, which aims to help creators manage many aspects of their account in one place, whether on their smartphone or computer. mor.....»»
Best VR headset Memorial Day deals: save on Meta Quest 2, HTC VIVE XR Elite
These early Memorial Day deals on VR headsets will let you experience a virtual 3D world for a lot less......»»
Do We Have Enough Bird Flu Vaccines for a Potential Pandemic?
The U.S. government has a stockpile of H5N1 vaccines, and several companies could make millions more if needed. But scaling up the supply could take time.....»»
Experience Immersive sizzle reel for Apple Vision Pro updated with new scenes, sports
Apple has updated the short sizzle reel included in the immersive video section of the Apple Vision Pro Apple TV app to include scenes from American football, basketball, and other content.Apple Vision Pro Immersive ExperienceApple Vision Pro has had.....»»
Ivar Says ‘Viking Experience’ Still Haunts Him, Confirms Reason For War Machine Change
Ivar Says ‘Viking Experience’ Still Haunts Him, Confirms Reason For War Machine Change.....»»
BlueSky DMs might be here, but you probably shouldn’t use them yet
Bluesky DMs are here, further proof that every social media app eventually morphs into each other. However, after reading into the company’s announcement, I’d really … The post BlueSky DMs might be here, but you probably shouldnR.....»»
Ditching Google Search paid off in the most unexpected way
When I first thought about removing Google Search from my computing experience years ago, it seemed like a nightmare scenario. How would I be certain … The post Ditching Google Search paid off in the most unexpected way appeared first on BGR......»»
9to5Mac Daily: May 22, 2024 – New Xfinity bundle, Vision Pro Paris experience, more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Subscrib.....»»
X Likes will be made private, but Likes count will still show
The social network formerly known as Twitter has confirmed that X Likes are to be made private, so only the author of the post can see who has liked it. The company says that this is to protect people who are afraid to publicly Like “edgy” conten.....»»
Arc Search for iPhone goes conversational with ‘Call Arc’ feature
Today in the latest update to Arc Search for iPhone, search is becoming more conversational. The new ‘Arc Search’ feature aims to replicate the dynamics of talking on the phone, providing Arc users with a more voice assistant-like experience......»»
Ransomware fallout: 94% experience downtime, 40% face work stoppage
Within the last 12 months, 48% of organizations identified evidence of a successful breach within their environment, according to Arctic Wolf. To fully understand the gravity of this statistic, it is important to understand that, although 48% of thes.....»»
Marvel"s "What If...? - an Immersive Story" coming to Apple Vision Pro on May 30
Marvel fans can step into the MCU and help save the day with an exclusive, immersive experience, available on Apple Vision Pro.Marvel Studios 'What If...' "What If...? — An Immersive Story," will feature elements from the original Disney+ animated.....»»
Affinity update adds QR code generator, variable font support
Affinity 2.5 is here, with a handful of new tools including a QR code generator, some user experience upgrades, and support for ARM on Windows.Affinity's new QR code generatorAffinity, known for its line of creative software geared toward photographe.....»»
macOS Sonoma Users Complain About Microsoft Word Lag
macOS Sonoma users have taken to forums and social media to complain about abnormal lag impacting Microsoft Word. According to 9to5Mac, the issue has been around for several months, but we’ve seen an uptick in the number of complaints in the da.....»»
Doctors engage the public by bringing a human side to social media
A few years ago, doctors flooded social media with photos of themselves in swimsuits, along with the hashtag #medbikini. The reason? A recently published study suggested it was "unprofessional" for women physicians to post photos of themselves in bik.....»»
"Facebook probably knows I sell drugs"—how young people"s digital footprints can threaten their future prospects
Social media and messaging apps such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and Messenger are increasingly used to buy and sell drugs in many countries. New Zealand is no exception......»»
Study: Social networks can influence perception of climate-change risk
A new paper co-written by a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign urban and environmental economics expert shows that social networks can play a significant role in influencing the financial behaviors and perception of catastrophic risks brought ab.....»»
Researchers discover distinct life cycle stages of the ectosymbiotic DPANN archaeon Nanobdella aerobiophila
Archaea are ubiquitous microorganisms whose evolution shaped the biosphere of Earth. Their evolutionary paths are truly fascinating. A great example is an ectosymbiotic lifestyle which is found among DPANN archaea......»»
Are some routes more prone to air turbulence? Will climate change make it worse? Your questions answered
A little bit of turbulence is a common experience for air travelers. Severe incidents are rare—but when they occur they can be deadly......»»