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Instagram"s Threads is a "much-needed" Twitter competitor

Some of the people using Threads on its first day tell the BBC what they think about the app and its future......»»

Category: hdrSource:  bbcJul 6th, 2023

Balancing quantity and quality: How X/Twitter"s algorithm influences our consumption of news

Are we only seeing the kind of news we want to see on social media? What effects do personalized algorithms have on our perception of news quality? Do algorithms help us serendipitously encounter information that we didn't expect? These are the quest.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News12 hr. 36 min. ago

Braving sharks and hordes of urchins, scientists are growing kelp one forest at a time

The weathered UC Davis Marine Laboratory looms in thick fog on the edge of the ocean near Bodega Bay. Inside, an experiment is playing out that gives a badly-needed boost to Northern California's kelp forests—underwater cathedrals of green and gold.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News16 hr. 36 min. ago

Public health initiatives needed to promote healthy working at home, say researchers

Home-worker's perceptions of their workload and their ability to switch off after the working day are among a list of factors associated with health and well-being related behaviors......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News16 hr. 36 min. ago

Mac monitors could finally receive the big upgrade they’ve always needed

A rumor suggests Apple may be strategically planning to introduce a 90Hz refresh rate for the Studio Display......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Ensuring a bright future for diamond electronics and sensors by perfecting the growth process

Researchers are developing new ideas about the best ways to make lab-grown diamonds while minimizing other forms of carbon, such as soot. These diamonds aren't destined for rings and necklaces, though. These are the kinds that are needed for the comp.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

The iPad Mini 7 is Proof that We Need Good Compact Android Tablets

There's still room for a proper Android-powered competitor. The post The iPad Mini 7 is Proof that We Need Good Compact Android Tablets appeared first on Phandroid. If you’ve been paying attention to Apple’s recent product laun.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Elon Musk turns X’s block button into a “glorified mute button”

X change lets blocked users see posts made by the people who blocked them. X, formerly Twitter, is now letting blocked users see posts made by the people who blocked them. "We're.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Meta details "adult classifier" tool for catching teens who lie about their age on Instagram

Meta details "adult classifier" tool for catching teens who lie about their age on Instagram.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Nuts! NY authorities euthanize Instagram squirrel star

A squirrel named Peanut who was propelled to the heights of internet celebrity has been euthanized, New York authorities said Friday, biting a government staffer on the way out......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 2nd, 2024

Citizen science platforms reveal more resources needed to protect birds in Germany

Member states of the European Union are obliged to designate Special Protection Areas (SPAs) as part of the Natura 2000 network. These areas are designed to guarantee the preservation and restoration of bird populations. However, due to the paucity o.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 1st, 2024

Tech billionaire Elon Musk"s social media posts have had a "sudden boost" since July, new research reveals

On July 13, shortly after Donald Trump was targeted by an assassination attempt, Elon Musk, the billionaire owner of X (formerly Twitter), tweeted to his more than 200 million followers:.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 1st, 2024

Satellite imagery may help protect coastal forests from climate change

Sea-level rise caused by climate change poses a serious and often unpredictable threat to coastal forests, and new tools are needed to help mitigate damage and allocate conservation resources......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 1st, 2024

A new dental scam is to pull healthy teeth to sell you expensive fake ones

It turns out you may not have needed those implants after all. Becky Carroll was missing a few teeth, others were stained or crooked. Ashamed, she smiled with lips pressed closed......»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 1st, 2024

Samsung’s Vision Pro competitor is one step closer to a 2025 release

Samsung has confirmed that it will be releasing an XR device in 2025, after several years of teasing collaboration with Qualcomm and Google......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 1st, 2024

Instagram-famous squirrel named Peanut seized by New York state authorities

Instagram-famous squirrel named Peanut seized by New York state authorities.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 1st, 2024

Best Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) power banks

These are the best Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) power banks to help you charge it whenever needed. The post Best Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) power banks appeared first on Phandroid. The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) is officially.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsOct 31st, 2024

NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for October 31

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle. Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about fin.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsOct 31st, 2024

NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for October 31

Connections: Sports Edition is a New York Times word game about finding common sports threads between words. How to solve the puzzle. Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the kn.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsOct 31st, 2024

Google’s Pixel Weather Appears to be Widely Rolling Out to Older Pixel Devices

As a part of the October Pixel Feature drop, Google shared that it was planning to push the Pixel Weather app to older Pixel devices, including the Pixel 6. But as is the case with almost every feature drop, the timing was vague or needed a rollout.....»»

Category: mobileSource:  droidlifeRelated NewsOct 31st, 2024

99% of CISOs work extra hours every week

The most common challenge for CISOs is resource constraints: not enough staff, budget or technology to support the security program needed or meet compliance requirements, according to DirectDefense. Cybersecurity industry faces ongoing talent shorta.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 31st, 2024