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How to Make a Fitbit for an Elephant

The accelerometers give scientists information about whether animals are swimming, walking, running, or even sprinting up a hill......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredFeb 4th, 2021

Seal species carries "genetic scars" after being hunted to the edge of extinction, new research reveals

Northern Elephant seals have staged a remarkable comeback after narrowly escaping extinction by hunting, but new research reveals lasting genetic effects in the present population......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsSep 27th, 2024

Female elephants rumble to say "let"s go!" Namibian study shows males do too, a sign of unexpected social bonds

In elephant family groups made up of related females and their young, it is clear that the animals produce vocal sounds to coordinate action. This happens when it's time to leave a waterhole, for example. The matriarch or dominant female steps away f.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsSep 20th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsSep 19th, 2024

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......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsSep 13th, 2024

AI system identifies elephant trumpeting calls to improve safety for villagers

In an article published in the International Journal of Engineering Systems Modelling and Simulation researchers demonstrate how a trained algorithm can identify the trumpeting calls of elephants, distinguishing them from human and other animal sound.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsSep 9th, 2024

Northern elephant seals use deep-sea research sonar as dinner bell

Northern elephant seals were repeatedly captured on camera in the deep Pacific Ocean using sonar from an Ocean Networks Canada (ONC) observatory as a dinner bell to forage for their next fish feast, according to a new study led by University of Victo.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsSep 5th, 2024

Indonesia arrests man for selling rhino horn via social media

Indonesian authorities arrested a man trying to sell elephant tusks and the horns of critically endangered rhinos via social media......»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 29th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsAug 21st, 2024

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.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsAug 19th, 2024

Google denies report 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.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsAug 19th, 2024

This Fitbit is specifically designed for kids, and it’s on sale today

The Fitbit Ace LTE, a smartwatch for kids that will keep them moving through fun challenges, is available from Best Buy for only $200 following a $30 discount......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsAug 16th, 2024

In Mississippi, discovery of elephant fossil from the ice age provides window into the past

Fossil hunter Eddie Templeton was out exploring in Mississippi when he came across a remarkable find in a steep embankment. It appeared to be part of an ice-age elephant tusk......»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 16th, 2024

The Fitbit Inspire 3 is 20% off for a limited time

The Fitbit Inspire 3 is one of the best fitness wearables around and it's currently on sale at Amazon for 20% off, but for a strictly limited time......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsAug 16th, 2024

Moving forwards, Fitbit smartwatches may no longer be a thing

It seems that it is possible that we may no longer see Fitbit smartwatches in the future as Google will focus more on trackers. - The post Moving forwards, Fitbit smartwatches may no longer be a thing appeared first on Phandroid. It has be.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsAug 14th, 2024

Save up to 20% with the Fitbit Inspire 3!

Grab the Fitbit Inspire 3 for a much lower price! The post Save up to 20% with the Fitbit Inspire 3! appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re in the market for a competent fitness tracker to use with your Android or iOS smartphone, the.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsAug 12th, 2024

Elephants on the move: Mapping connections across African landscapes

Elephant conservation is a major priority in southern Africa, but habitat loss and urbanization mean the far-ranging pachyderms are increasingly restricted to protected areas like game reserves. The risk? Contained populations could become geneticall.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 6th, 2024

You Might Want to Check your Fitbit Device for these New Features

Several features make their way to Fitbit's 2022-series devices. The post You Might Want to Check your Fitbit Device for these New Features appeared first on Phandroid. If you own a Fitbit device, then you might want to check your smart we.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsJul 27th, 2024

One elephant can sustain more than 2 million dung beetles in east African savannas, study finds

How many dung beetles are there in East Africa? That question inspired a research project more than 20 years ago when Frank Krell was a research entomologist with the Natural History Museum London. Throughout a three-year-long project along with his.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJul 23rd, 2024

This Deal Gets You the Fitbit Sense 2 for up to $70 OFF!

Missed Prime Day? There's still some good stuff left! The post This Deal Gets You the Fitbit Sense 2 for up to $70 OFF! appeared first on Phandroid. When talking about bang-for-your-buck fitness trackers, Fitbit’s wide selection of d.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsJul 19th, 2024

The Fitbit Versa 4 is 20% CHEAPER with this Deal!

Fitbit currently has a number of great deals going on. The post The Fitbit Versa 4 is 20% CHEAPER with this Deal! appeared first on Phandroid. Fitbit’s line of Versa smartwatches have always been a pretty good option for everyday hea.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsJul 19th, 2024