Designing with accessibility in mind: a conversation
At TechCrunch Sessions: Justice, we examined the importance of ensuring products are designed to be accessible from the beginning. And how building the expertise of disabled technologists and advocates and into the DNA of your company from the start.....»»
Using virtual reality to get inside the criminal mind
Psychologists from Edith Cowan University (ECU) have used virtual reality (VR) technology in a new study that aims to better understand criminals and how they respond when questioned. The results are published in the journal Scientific Reports......»»
Mouse study finds genetic variation determines the actions of gene regulatory factors
A recent study from the University of Eastern Finland shows that genetic variation determines chromatin accessibility and the binding of transcription factors. Chromatin consists of DNA and proteins attached to it. The density of this packaging is re.....»»
How to create custom voice commands for iPhone
One of the greatest things about the iPhone is the wealth of accessibility features available straight out of the box, and one of the most robust features made available in the iPhone's accessibility suite is voice commands. Here's how to set up voic.....»»
3 dramas on Amazon Freevee you should watch in January
If you don't mind sitting through some commercials, these are the three dramas on Freevee that you should watch in January......»»
The 2024 Kia EV9, an electric three-row SUV designed with the US in mind
Kia bets on edgy design, a futuristic interior, and plenty of interior space. Enlarge / The 2024 Kia EV9 takes many of the things people love about the Telluride but does them on one of the best purpose-built EV platforms in the.....»»
80 years later, GCHQ releases new images of Nazi code-breaking computer
GCHQ unveils new docs on Colossus, a 1943 marvel that let allies "read Hitler's mind." Enlarge (credit: GCHQ | Benj Edwards) On Thursday, UK's Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) announced the release of previo.....»»
It’s Time to Design for Repair
A Conversation With Jude Pullen Trying to repair almost anything can be a frustrating exercise. Repair is made more difficult by the way devices are designed and the ability to repair a device could be improved greatly if different design decisions.....»»
10 best gaming monitors of 2024: tested and reviewed
Need a screen upgrade for the latest games? These are the best gaming monitors available today for all sorts of budgets and with different features in mind......»»
It’s time to design for repair
A conversation with Jude Pullen Trying to repair almost anything can be a frustrating exercise. Repair is made more difficult by the way devices are designed and the ability to repair a device could be improved greatly if different design deci.....»»
Can central banks fight climate change? Researcher explains role in promoting sustainable financial practices
When you think of ways to reduce carbon emissions and cool a scorching planet, involving the U.S. Federal Reserve Board may not immediately spring to mind......»»
Sludge Videos Are Taking Over TikTok--And People"s Mind
“Sludge content” is a type of viral video that features multiple clips playing simultaneously on a screen. Experts unpack what it may be doing to the brain.....»»
Molecularly designing polymer networks to control sound damping
The world is filled with myriad sounds and vibrations—the gentle tones of a piano drifting down the hall, the relaxing purr of a cat laying on your chest, the annoying hum of the office lights. Imagine being able to selectively tune out noises of a.....»»
An undercounted group of Arab American and Muslim voters may have outsized impact on 2024 presidential election
Though domestic issues tend to motivate most U.S. voters, the war in the Middle East may be the dominant issue in mind for an increasingly important voting block: Middle Eastern and Muslim Americans......»»
Protecting coral "nurseries" is as important as safeguarding established coral reefs, new study shows
When imagining corals, the picture that comes to mind is usually a stationary one: a garden of rock-like structures covering sections of the ocean floor. Reef conservation efforts typically focus on preserving established coral and protecting them fr.....»»
Samsung’s 2024 TVs are bigger and packed with AI and accessibility features
Samsung's CES 2024 lineup of QLED and OLED TVs offer up some bigger sizes, advanced AI features, and accessibility features for better sound and picture......»»
How to instantly change text between upper, lower, and title case on a Mac
If you've ever found yourself needing to change the capitalization of an entire block of text at the same time, you'll know it can be mind-numbingly tedious. Thankfully, there is a way to make things easier on Mac.On macOS, there is a wealth of optio.....»»
5 best anthology TV series you should watch right now
From genre-defining classics like The Twilight Zone to modern mind-benders like Black Mirror, these are the best anthology TV series worth watching today......»»
Removing the biggest barrier to quantum adoption: accessibility
Removing the biggest barrier to quantum adoption: accessibility.....»»
Study reveals a higher market valuation of cash holdings of firms adopting electronic voting
Firms worldwide are increasingly adopting electronic voting, enabling shareholders to cast their votes online instead of attending shareholder meetings in person. Shareholders can enjoy superior accessibility to the meetings with electronic voting co.....»»
15 open-source cybersecurity tools you’ll wish you’d known earlier
Open-source tools represent a dynamic force in the technological landscape, embodying innovation, collaboration, and accessibility. These tools, developed with transparency and community-driven principles, allow users to scrutinize, modify, and adapt.....»»