How accurate is Fitbit"s calorie counting?
Most fitness trackers keep a fair number of the same stats: things like steps taken, distance traveled, and, of course, calories burned. But how accurate is the calorie counter on a Fitbit?The quick answer: Definitely not 100 percent accurate. The sl.....»»
GoldenEar subwoofers are up to $755 off for a limited time
Upgrade your soundbar with deeper and more accurate bass by buying a GoldenEar subwoofer, which are on sale from Crutchfield with discounts of up to $755......»»
Apple"s four new open-source models could help make future AI more accurate
Apple has publicly shared four open-source models boasting of enhanced accuracy for queries, which could help the development of future AI models.A Siri icon superimposed on Apple ParkAs the tech industry continues to race forward with AI development.....»»
DEAL: Grab the Fitbit Versa 4 for $50 Less!
It comes with a nice set of features geared towards tracking your health and fitness. The post DEAL: Grab the Fitbit Versa 4 for $50 Less! appeared first on Phandroid. Fitbit’s Versa devices have always walked the fine line between f.....»»
8 features I want on the Fitbit Sense 3 (if there is one)
It's unknown whether there will even be a Fitbit Sense 3. If there is, there are a few features we'd like to see on the wearable device......»»
iPhone 17 Could Shake Up Screen Sizes
According to an analyst who is typically very accurate, at least one of Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 models will have a different display size. Apple hasn’t announced the 2024 iPhone 16 models yet, but we’re already hearing some juicy.....»»
This rumor might have spoiled Spider-Man 4’s 2025 release date
Spider-Man 4 has been the talk of the town for the past few months. And it hasn’t always been good news. If rumors are accurate, … The post This rumor might have spoiled Spider-Man 4’s 2025 release date appeared first on BGR......»»
Column: When counting auto sales becomes almost as hard as autonomy
Mercedes-Benz USA is the latest automaker to buck traditional sales reporting, making the nation's retail market even more opaque......»»
A novel machine learning model for the characterization of material surfaces
Machine learning (ML) enables the accurate and efficient computation of fundamental electronic properties of binary and ternary oxide surfaces, as shown by scientists from Tokyo Tech. Their ML-based model could be extended to other compounds and prop.....»»
Fitbit’s New Sleep Experience Lands in the App
Fitbit is rolling out a redesigned sleep experience this week to give you info that’s easy to see, including all of your previous night’s sleep at a glance without having to go looking for it. In this new sleep experience, things like sle.....»»
Mapping the world"s salted soils: A leap forward in combating land degradation
A team of researchers has developed an approach that maps the soil salt content around the world with an exceptional detail of 10 meters. This advance tackles the pressing need for accurate assessments of soil salinity, a formidable challenge that je.....»»
New diagnostic tool achieves accuracy of PCR tests with faster and simpler nanopore system
Over the past four years, many of us have become accustomed to a swab up the nose to test for COVID-19, using at-home rapid antigen tests or the more accurate clinic-provided PCR tests with a longer processing time. Now a new diagnostic tool develope.....»»
Cracking the code of flash floods: New insights from China"s mountainous regions
Recently, researchers have made breakthroughs in flash flood forecasting by studying how different rainfall patterns affect flash floods in China's mountainous regions. This research leads to the possibility of more accurate and localized flood warni.....»»
Exclusive: Beats Solo4 headphones will pack USB-C, re-engineered sound, and 50 hour battery for $199
Update: We’re told May 2 is the release date for Beats Solo4 headphones. Early May sounds busy. No word on when this guy makes a come back. It’s been a few days since Apple announced new Beats Solo headphones. 2,764 days and counting to b.....»»
Leaves of three, let it be? Wide variability among poison ivy plants makes identification more challenging
We've all heard the classic saying "leaves of three, let it be," which means don't touch the poison ivy. But just how accurate is that timeless phrase? While this specific mnemonic device exists to deter people from touching poison ivy, it turns out.....»»
New satellite dataset sheds light on Earth"s plant growth
Gross Primary Production (GPP), the process through which plants convert carbon dioxide and sunlight into glucose and oxygen, is the Earth's largest carbon flux. Accurate quantification of GPP is crucial for understanding carbon budgets and their imp.....»»
Scientists discover a key quality-control mechanism in DNA replication
When cells in the human body divide, they must first make accurate copies of their DNA. The DNA replication exercise is one of the most important processes in all living organisms and is fraught with risks of mutation, which can lead to cell death or.....»»
An on-chip photon-counting reconstructive spectrometer with tailored cascaded detector array
Superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors (SNSPDs) have been widely used in various applications requiring single photon detection thanks to their attractive performances. Since SNSPDs are thin films of serval nanometers in thickness, they are.....»»
Crowdsourced data provides accurate biodiversity picture to aid conservation efforts
Data collected by people recording wildlife on their smartphones could improve biodiversity monitoring and help to prevent global nature loss, according to a new study......»»
"World of Warships: Legends" sails onto iPhone and iPad
Experience epic naval battles with historically accurate ships, renowned commanders, engaging events, and collaborative content in "World of Warships: Legends," now available on mobile.'World of Warships: Legends' now available on iPhone and iPad Fro.....»»
Sniffing out bacteria: Team develops a novel approach for rapid bacterial species identification
Do you ever wonder how researchers identify bacterial infections? Traditionally, they collect samples from the infected site, grow the bacteria in a lab, and analyze them using a method called MALDI-ToF-MS. Although accurate, this method is time-cons.....»»