In noisy situations, your words and gestures help you to be understood
Communication seems natural to us, but there are plenty of situations where background noise makes it hard for us to understand each other. In those moments, gesturing can come in handy, particularly if conversations in your native language are takin.....»»
Some Google products will disable “Hey, Google” commands during meetings
Google Meet Hardware knows you're in a meeting, so it will disable the hotword. Enlarge / The lettering "Hey Google" on the Google pavillon at the CES consumer electronics show in Las Vegas in 2018. These words activate Google Assista.....»»
Fauci to step down in December; Biden extends “deepest thanks”
Fauci, 81, has advised seven presidents on infectious disease threats. Enlarge / Director of National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Anthony Fauci gestures as he waits for the beginning of a hearing before the Subcommitte.....»»
"Wordle" today: Here"s the answer, hints for August 20
Saturday at last! Whether you've got a busy weekend ahead or you're planning on doing very little, what better way to kickstart things than with a new Wordle? If the week has fried your brain and you suddenly can't remember what words even are, we've.....»»
Portable Power Stations
Put away the gas can. Noisy, smelly generators used to be the only way to get electricity off the grid, but a new generation of portable power stations are now more than capable of taking their place. By combining modern batteries and high-power inve.....»»
A monumental case looks to crack open the world of auto-warranty robocalls
No sentence in the English language may be more infuriating than the following 12 words: "We have been trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty.".....»»
Rethinking how youth learn about climate change
This summer's fires, floods and heat waves have reinforced what we already know—the effects of climate change are happening now and the need for action is urgent. But what steps should be taken to mitigate and adapt are often not well understood. T.....»»
How to customize mouse gestures on Mac
Just like a touchscreen device, you can use mouse gestures to scroll, swipe between apps, and zoom. Here’s how to customize mouse gestures on your Mac......»»
14 Apple AirPods tips and tricks that you need right now
From customizable taps and gestures to engaging in some Dolby Atmos-powered audio, here are 14 tips and tricks for getting the most out of your Apple AirPods......»»
Fluid One gives you point-and-click control of your smart home, from your smartphone
The new Fluid One smart home system aims to give you control of your smart home by pointing your phone at a device, gestures, or location......»»
Apple researching wearable glove input device, to simplify interactions with AR & VR
Apple is researching how users can interact with computer systems, with one idea being a glove that could be used for gesture controls, and could potentially provide haptic feedback in some situations.Render of the rumored Apple VR headsetInteraction.....»»
Open science is facing headwinds
Within the scientific community, the words "open science" have been on everyone's lips in recent years. Open science entails a great promise of a democracy of knowledge, and it is considered to be a universally good thing. In the words of the UN Decl.....»»
For Some Dolphins, the Key to Mating is Rolling with a Tight, Noisy Crew
A pair of studies show that male bottlenose dolphins rely on wingmen when wooing mates—and that they cultivate these friendships by being vocal......»»
Every James Bond Car Ranked Worst To Best
James Bond is known for many things, including driving surreal vehicles in very dangerous situations. In many cases, the cars are as memorable as the movie. James Bo.....»»
MiniTool Power Data Recovery 11.3 helps users with various data loss situations
MiniTool has released its data recovery software for Windows – MiniTool Power Data Recovery to version 11.3. The released version brings users brand-new data filtering options and continues to improve its data recovery capabilities. Designed da.....»»
Apple patent describes more Apple Pencil gestures, and even a camera [U]
Update: Apple has today extended this patent with additional claims, which Patently Apple suggests is intended to better protect the invention. This doesn’t necessarily make it more likely that Apple will implement additional gestures, but it seem.....»»
When Students Acquire Spatial Skills, Their Verbal Abilities Boost
Learning to visualize objects might improve thinking in words, a finding that could enhance teaching methods.....»»
Understanding the Principles of Behavioral Design
Let's try to understand deeply this field called Behavioral Design or in other words — the architecture of choice. Continue reading........»»
Locked-in syndrome and the misplaced presumption of misery
Surveys suggest most LIS patients are happy. Researchers want that more widely understood. Enlarge (credit: Amy DiLorenzo | Getty Images) In 1993, Julio Lopes was sipping a coffee at a bar when he had a stroke. He fell into.....»»
Scientist studies how torrential rainfall will change our rivers
Beneath the surface of rivers lurks a hazard that isn't well understood—but could wreak havoc on people and communities near the water......»»
Gesture-based communication techniques may ease video meeting challenges
Researchers have developed and demonstrated the potential benefit of a simple set of physical gestures that participants in online group video meetings can use to improve their meeting experience. Paul D. Hills of University College London, U.K., and.....»»