Fitbit announces new Sense 2, Versa 4, and Inspire 3 fitness trackers
The Sense 2 introduces passive AFib detection while you sleep. Enlarge (credit: Fitbit) Today, Fitbit announced the availability of three new fitness trackers: the Inspire 3, Versa 4, and Sense 2. All successors to previous-ge.....»»
Gentler Streak update turns the app into a workout journal
Gentler Sreak, the popular fitness and wellness app available for Apple platforms, is getting another update. This time, the developers behind the app are introducing a new Workout Summaries feature, which essentially turns Gentler Streak into a work.....»»
DEI policies work best when they are designed to include everyone and are backed by evidence, says researcher
As the U.S. becomes increasingly polarized, diversity, equity and inclusion—also known as DEI—efforts have been touted as a way to bridge social divides and promote a sense of belonging for everyone, especially for those who have been traditional.....»»
New school year offers chance to help teens manage stress
Looming college applications. Developing a more nuanced sense of self. Earlier wake-up times. Comparing themselves to peers. Difficult classes. Time management. Striving for independence from parents......»»
New moves for self defense—how plants can inspire future soft robotic design
For plants, cleaning the air, providing food and medicines, and preserving our ecosystem is just another day's work. In the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University, however, plants are being studied in new ways to inspire f.....»»
Xiaomi’s Redmi Watch 5 Active is Priced Insanely Low
It comes with a ton of features at a price that's less than most fitness trackers out there. The post Xiaomi’s Redmi Watch 5 Active is Priced Insanely Low appeared first on Phandroid. Xiaomi’s onslaught of affordable wearable d.....»»
Versa Director zero-day exploited to compromise ISPs, MSPs (CVE-2024-39717)
Advanced, persistent attackers have exploited a zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2024-39717) in Versa Director to compromise US-based managed service providers with a custom-made web shell dubbed VersaMem by the researchers. The malware harvests credentia.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: August 26, 2024 – Apple announces iPhone 16 event
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. Sponsore.....»»
Apple announces CFO transition coming next year, names Luca Maestri successor
Apple has announced a major change for its executive team. The company’s current CFO (Chief Financial Officer), Luca Maestri, will transition out of his role after the end of 2024. more….....»»
Valve officially announces Deadlock, the game we all knew existed
Despite multiple leaks, Valve hadn't officially confirmed the existence of Deadlock. That changed over the weekend......»»
Apple officially announces iPhone 16 event for September 9: ‘It’s Glowtime’
Apple has officially announced its highly-anticipated iPhone 16 event for September 9. The event, which includes an in-person component at Apple Park, will take place on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET. The Apple event invite teases: “It’s Gl.....»»
Xiaomi Announces an Updated Version of the POCO Pad
It's essentially the same model as the earlier one, albeit with 5G connectivity. The post Xiaomi Announces an Updated Version of the POCO Pad appeared first on Phandroid. Xiaomi recently unveiled a newer version of the POCO Pad, which now.....»»
Dual-screen laptops make more sense with this spiral notebook-like hinge
Having two laptop screens needn't mean foregoing a built-in keyboard. On the left is Screen B, on the right is Screen A. [credit:.....»»
Peloton announces $95 “used equipment activation fee”
"Completely ridiculous." Enlarge (credit: Peloton) Peloton will start charging people a one-time $95 "used equipment activation fee" for used bikes purchased from outside of Peloton and its official distribution partner.....»»
Mosquitoes sense infrared from body heat to help track humans down, study shows
While a mosquito bite is often no more than a temporary bother, in many parts of the world it can be scary. One mosquito species, Aedes aegypti, spreads the viruses that cause over 100,000,000 cases of dengue, yellow fever, Zika and other diseases ev.....»»
Anomali announces expanded capabilities for Copilot
Anomali announced new capabilities for Anomali Copilot to help security, and now also IT departments, use the latest innovations in AI to successfully defend, protect, and propel their organizations forward. Anomali Copilot empowers security or IT an.....»»
Google Clarifies that it’s NOT Discontinuing Fitbit Smartwatches
The Versa and Sense live on, supposedly. The post Google Clarifies that it’s NOT Discontinuing Fitbit Smartwatches appeared first on Phandroid. Just recently, there were rumors that Google will be focusing full-time on its Pixel Watc.....»»
Could Apple hold the iPhone 16 event a week earlier than expected?
It’s no secret that Apple usually announces new in September with a special event at Apple Park. My colleague Chance Miller had already speculated here on 9to5Mac about a possible date for the iPhone 16 event this year. However, what if Apple held.....»»
How accurate are wearable fitness trackers? Less than you might think
Wide variance underscores need for a standardized approach to validation of devices. Enlarge (credit: Corey Gaskin) Back in 2010, Gary Wolf, then the editor of Wired magazine, delivered a TED talk in Cannes called “the.....»»
The overshoot myth: We can"t keep burning fossil fuels and expect scientists of the future to get us back to 1.5°C
Record breaking fossil fuel production, all-time high greenhouse gas emissions and extreme temperatures. Like the proverbial frog in the heating pan of water, we refuse to respond to the climate and ecological crisis with any sense of urgency. Under.....»»
Google denies reports that it’s discontinuing Fitbit products
Claims that there will be no new Versas or Senses is incorrect, rep says. Enlarge / The Fitbit Sense 2. (credit: Google) Google is denying a recent report that it is no longer making Fitbit smartwatches. A company spok.....»»