Fitbit Sense 2: everything we know so far
Fitbit's second-gen stress-busting smartwatch could arrive on wrists soon – and here's what we're expecting......»»
Qualitative study examines how ordinary people "sense" water quality
Seeing—and tasting—is believing: A qualitative study of communities living along the Philippines' bustling Marikina River underscores the importance of taking into account local peoples' everyday experiences, practices, and perceptions in establi.....»»
The Vagus Nerve’s Crucial Role in Creating the Human Sense of Mind
Like a highway system, the vagus nerve branches profusely from your brain through your organs to marshal bodily functions, including aspects of mind such as mood, pleasure, and fear......»»
Q&A: Researchers examine link between light pollution and interest in astronomy
Picture walking outside on a dark, cloudless evening. You look up to admire the stars—maybe even a planet, if you're lucky—and a sense of wonder washes over you. New research from the University of Washington shows this might be more than a memor.....»»
Poor countries recycle far more imported plastic than previously thought—but it"s not enough
Countries like Malaysia import many metric tons of plastic waste from Europe each year, paying a few pennies per kilo. This might seem strange, but according to Kai Li, it makes sense......»»
The Official Fitbit Site will be Going Away Soon
The site bids farewell in October. The post The Official Fitbit Site will be Going Away Soon appeared first on Phandroid. Things have been a bit rocky for Fitbit these past few months – following rumors that Google will be discontinu.....»»
NIST proposes barring some of the most nonsensical password rules
Proposed guidelines aim to inject badly needed common sense into password hygiene. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the federal body that sets technology standards.....»»
Evolved in the lab, found in nature: Uncovering hidden pH sensing abilities in microbial cultures
In a study led by Sarah Worthan, Ph.D., a postdoctoral researcher in the Behringer Lab at Vanderbilt University, scientists have successfully evolved microbial cultures that possess the ability to sense pH changes, enabling rapid responses to environ.....»»
Fitbit users struggle with “very frustrating” app bugs for months
People have been complaining about some of the issues since at least April. Enlarge / Fitbit's Charge 6. (credit: Google) Users of Fitbit’s iOS and Android apps have been reporting problems with the apps' ability to sy.....»»
Caterpillars Sense Hungry Wasps’ Electrical Field
Predators’ electricity gives caterpillars an early warning.....»»
Do bacteria age?
Any organism that lives, grows and reproduces must also age. People often think of aging in the physical sense—gray hair, slowed movements and wrinkles—but aging fundamentally occurs on a molecular level, inside of cells......»»
This Pixel Watch 3 feature is now coming to older Fitbits
After debuting on the Pixel Watch 3, Fitbit's new Daily Readiness score is now coming to older watches and Fitbit trackers......»»
Remembering where your meals came from key for a small bird’s survival
For small birds, remembering where the food is beats forgetting when it's gone. Enlarge (credit: BirdImages) It seems like common sense that being smart should increase the chances of survival in wild animals. Yet for a.....»»
Making sense of the strikingly different ways consumers and economists view markets
When it comes to the very basics of economics—production, trade and labor—average consumers and economists are on vastly different pages......»»
25 years ago, this underrated supernatural thriller was overshadowed by The Sixth Sense
Twenty-five years ago, this acclaimed supernatural thriller was overshadowed at the box office by The Sixth Sense. Does it still hold up after all this time?.....»»
Surf therapy connects people to water—ocean health depends on this "blue attunement"
As a lifelong surfer, born to pioneering surfing parents and named after a wave, the ocean has shaped my identity and sense of belonging. The movement and touch of ocean waves ignites a whole cascade of changes in emotions in me and affects how I sen.....»»
Making sense of crime scene DNA patterns
Piecing together the evidence to accurately replicate the movements of a culprit at a crime scene is becoming a more exact science, with new investigations by Flinders University and other experts on various DNA transfer scenarios......»»
Ars Technica system guide: Falling prices are more exciting than new parts
Falling prices mean you can get more for your money than you could last year. Enlarge / AMD's Ryzen 7700X makes enough sense to feature in our higher-end gaming build. (credit: Andrew Cunningham) It's been a while since.....»»
RNA editing plays critical role in fruit flies" sense of smell and social interactions
Imagine your DNA as a set of instructions or a recipe book that tells your body how to make everything it needs to function, from proteins to cells. Every time the body needs to build something, it reads these instructions. But sometimes, the body ca.....»»
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......»»