Take a look: "Reading Rainbow" is having a moment on TikTok
TikTok is in its math era this week. Two mathematical trends went viral, while Patsy Cline's "Crazy" sparked some collective catharsis across our FYPs. Butterfly in the skyThis week's inescapable TikTok trend combines classroom aesthetics and the Rea.....»»
I wasted my day on Bluesky Social and no, I"m not sorry
Bluesky is the social media flavor of the moment and yes I am here for it......»»
Stopping the TikTok ban is reportedly a Trump priority
One of the biggest apps on the App Store, TikTok, is currently on its way to being banned in the US starting in early 2025. But according to a new report, President-elect Donald Trump intends to stop the ban from happening. more….....»»
Here are 5 ways Visual Intelligence will make your life easier [Video]
I have been using Apple’s new Visual Intelligence feature since the moment iOS 18.2 Developer Beta released a few weeks........»»
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus is 23% Cheaper at the Moment
It packs a large display and access to the latest Android apps. The post The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus is 23% Cheaper at the Moment appeared first on Phandroid. While Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S-series tablets are ideal devices for a hig.....»»
Teaching methods must change to address globally poor reading skills, experts say
New research led by a team from Royal Holloway and the World Bank asserts that teaching methods should improve, after discovering that global literacy goals will not be met without major intervention......»»
Does my Kindle have a headphone jack?
Amazon's new 2024 Kindle lineup is here, but there's one crucial thing to know if you're upgrading from an older model and want to go beyond reading......»»
Youth social media: Why proposed legislation won"t fix harms related to data exploitation
Ontario school board lawsuits against social media giants including Meta, Snapchat and TikTok are seeking damages— money paid as a remedy—for the disruption of the educational system......»»
Over 500,000 Govee space heaters recalled due to’ fire and burn hazards’
Several Govee space heater models sold on Amazon and TikTok are being recalled due to the potential for being fire and burn hazards......»»
HomeKit Weekly: Track your HomeKit device batteries with HomeBatteries
Keeping tabs on battery-powered HomeKit accessories like the can be challenging. From smart locks to motion sensors, battery status is often out of sight, out of mind—until the moment a device fails to respond. Enter HomeBatteries, an app designed.....»»
Spotify users can now easily share songs on TikTok
TikTok already lets users add a song to their Spotify library without leaving the app, and both platforms are now introducing another quite convenient feature: the ability to easily share Spotify songs on TikTok. more….....»»
Consumer privacy risks of data aggregation: What should organizations do?
In September 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released an eye-opening report that digs into the data habits of nine major tech giants, including Amazon (Twitch), ByteDance (TikTok), Discord, Facebook, Reddit, Snap, Twitter, WhatsApp, and YouT.....»»
The Ars redesign is out. Experience its ad-free glory for just $25/year.
No better moment than now. Whew—the big event is finally behind us. I'm talking, of course, about the Ars Technica version 9 redesign, which we rolled out last month in response.....»»
For fame or a death wish? Kids’ TikTok challenge injuries stump psychiatrists
As clinicians see more TikTok challenge injuries, explaining them is often hard. Kids and teens can make some pretty hairbrained choices sometimes. But when a kid's choice is to e.....»»
iOS 18.2 adds Safari Live Activity for file downloads
Live Activities are having a moment. Yesterday Apple rolled out a popular Live Activity for tracking election results via Apple News. Now, a new Safari Live Activity has been discovered in the latest iOS 18.2 beta for tracking a file’s download pro.....»»
Firms that read more perform better: Researchers analyze online reading habits from employees across firms worldwide
By analyzing online reading behavior across millions of firms worldwide, a new study out of the Complexity Science Hub (CSH) connects how much information companies consume and how the consumption relates to their size......»»
Is the election making you feel adrift and wobbly? That"s "zozobra," and Mexican philosophers have some advice
Ever had the feeling that you can't make sense of what's happening? One moment everything seems normal, then suddenly the frame shifts to reveal a world on fire, struggling with war, climate change and political violence and upheaval......»»
Report reveals challenges facing transnational families
A new report from the University of Reading brings to light the unique and often overlooked challenges faced by families living across national borders......»»
The new 2024 Mac Mini is Apple’s IBM PC moment and this tiny computer is the final nail in the desktop PC’s coffin: here’s why
The new 2024 Mac Mini is Apple’s IBM PC moment and this tiny computer is the final nail in the desktop PC’s coffin: here’s why.....»»
Get $40 OFF when you buy the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE!
They're even more affordable at the moment. The post Get $40 OFF when you buy the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE! appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re looking for relatively-affordable wireless earbuds, then the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE are.....»»
Video shows moment dog recognizes owner after being lost for five months in the wilderness
Video shows moment dog recognizes owner after being lost for five months in the wilderness.....»»