Computers vs. TV: Which is less likely to promote dementia?
When it comes to health issues, not all forms of being sedentary are equal. Enlarge (credit: Dennis Fischer Photography) Standing desks—and even biking desks—are a response to a growing body of studies showing that a seden.....»»
New infection mechanism in SARS-CoV-2 discovered
Researchers from Heidelberg Medical Faculty, Heidelberg University Hospital and German Cancer Research Center investigate molecular relationships that promote infection and spread of SARS-CoV-2. The results may provide a starting point for developmen.....»»
Eli Lilly drug shown to slow Alzheimer’s progression
Dementia experts hail "watershed moment" after trial results for donanemab antibody treatment. Enlarge / Alzheimer’s patient brain scans, provided by Eli Lilly. The US company has reported full findings of its phase 3 clinical.....»»
M3 Macs may launch this year — with a surprising addition
Apple may launch a stack of new M3 Macs in October, just months after the company brought out computers packing the M2 chip. Here’s why they’re coming so soon......»»
An inside look at Lenovo’s goal of filling the world with more sustainable computers
Lenovo has been focused on sustainability for years now, but its recent innovations are going continuing to push forward......»»
Rosé renaissance: Spanish study uncorks ultrasound for superior wine quality
Since the International Organization of Vine and Wine (OIV) approved the use of ultrasound to promote the extraction of grape compounds back in 2019, its application for obtaining superior red wines has been studied extensively......»»
Researcher hatches new technology to save endangered birds
A researcher from the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is creating "smart eggs," unique data collection devices to promote reproduction in endangered bird populations......»»
App Store turns on newly announced ad slot for Today tab
Apple last month announced a new advertising format for the App Store, so that developers have even more options to promote their apps to iPhone and iPad users. The company said the new ads in the Today tab of the iOS App Store would become visible.....»»
Dell refurbished Prime Day sale has laptops and PCs from just $79
Dell has a huge sale on many of its refurbished laptops and desktop computers. We've picked out the best......»»
Indie Dev Sales event begins tomorrow with best deals on iOS and macOS apps
Every year, many independent developers come together to promote their apps during Indie Dev Sales – a sales event with the best deals on iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS apps. Like Amazon Prime Day, the Indie Dev Sales event also kicks off on July 1.....»»
A quantum Szilard engine that can achieve two-level system hyperpolarization
Quantum computers, machines that perform computations exploiting quantum mechanical phenomena, could eventually outperform classical computers on some tasks, by utilizing quantum mechanical resources such as state superpositions and entanglement. How.....»»
Researchers grow bio-inspired polymer brains for artificial neural networks
The development of neural networks to create artificial intelligence in computers was originally inspired by how biological systems work. These "neuromorphic" networks, however, run on hardware that looks nothing like a biological brain, which limits.....»»
Novel microwave isolator points the way to new radio cameras and quantum computers
Researchers at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ) have invented a novel microwave isolator and have demonstrated, for the first time, its basic principle that enables small isolators; essential for future quantum computers. This is.....»»
Helping plants and bacteria work together reduces fertilizer need, finds new study
Helping to promote the natural relationship between plants and bacteria could reduce reliance on environmentally damaging fertilizers, a study has found......»»
Dark red iPhone 15 Pro, mint green iPhone 15 may land this fall
Apple's featured color for the iPhone 15 Pro is going to be a dark red, a leaker claims, with a new green also on the way for the iPhone 15.Each year, Apple designates specific special colors that it will use to promote its iPhones. The colors, limit.....»»
Nominate those who drive industry diversity
Notable Champions of Diversity program will recognize those who have made significant efforts to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and their community during the last several years......»»
I’m a longtime Mac user, but I’m so jealous of Windows 11’s ChatGPT Copilot
Generative AI software like ChatGPT and spatial computers like Vision Pro are the future. You might not see it immediately, but these nascent technologies will … The post I’m a longtime Mac user, but I’m so jealous of Windows 11’s ChatGPT.....»»
Scientists edge toward scalable quantum simulations on a photonic chip
Scientists have made an important step toward developing computers advanced enough to simulate complex natural phenomena at the quantum level. While these types of simulations are too cumbersome or outright impossible for classical computers to handl.....»»
Proton Pass is free, but I think the paid Plus version is the way to go
Swiss software developer Proton released another end-to-end encrypted product this week, and it’s the kind of app you should have installed on all your computers. … The post Proton Pass is free, but I think the paid Plus version is the way to.....»»
Apple livestreaming through Chinese e-commerce apps, but no bargains to be had
It would be hard to imagine iPhones being sold through a home shopping TV channel, but apparently Apple livestreaming in Chinese online shopping apps is a thing. Livestreaming is a popular way for Chinese brands to promote themselves, but most of it.....»»
Slow walking could be sign of dementia in older dogs
Dogs who slow down physically also slow down mentally, according to a new study from North Carolina State University. Measuring gait speed in senior dogs could be a simple way to monitor their health and to document decline in their neurological func.....»»