As social media platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and others continue to grow in popularity, adolescents are spending more of their time online navigating a complex virtual world. New research suggests that these increased hours spent online may be associated with cyberbullying behaviors. According to a study by the University of Georgia, higher social media addiction … [Read more...] about Social media addiction linked to cyberbullying: Identifying as male and more hours spent online also contributed
Samsung offering up to 50 percent off wearables and accessories in Canada
Samsung is offering up to 50 percent discount off select wearables and accessories with free shipping on all orders. The deals include discounts on the Galaxy Buds, the Galaxy Watch, chargers and more. The offers are currently on and are available online until April 9th. Here are some of the gadgets on sale: To check out more deals, take a look at Samsung’s website. Source: … [Read more...] about Samsung offering up to 50 percent off wearables and accessories in Canada
Nintendo and Niantic’s Pikmin AR game now being tested in Singapore
Despite only being revealed last week, new details about Niantic’s upcoming Pikmin mobile game are already starting to be released by the developer, including launching a new beta test in Singapore. We're excited to announce that, in partnership with @Nintendo, we've begun testing our Pikmin-based mobile app in Singapore! Register now to participate in this all-new Pikmin … [Read more...] about Nintendo and Niantic’s Pikmin AR game now being tested in Singapore
Koodo raising price of international long-distance add-on and Easy Roam in April
Koodo customers received emails warning of an upcoming price increase to a free international long-distance add-on coming in April. Further, Koodo customers will see an increase to their Easy Roam price when roaming internationally and in the U.S. Spotted by RedFlagDeals (RFD) forum user ‘silverknight921,’ the Koodo email notes that “the cost of 1000 Long Distance Minutes will … [Read more...] about Koodo raising price of international long-distance add-on and Easy Roam in April
12-months of Xbox Live Gold on sale for $47
If you’re looking to renew your Xbox Live Gold subscription or purchase the service for the first time, online game code selling platform G2A is currently offering 12-months of the platform for $47.49. This is 32 percent off Xbox Live Gold’s regular price of $69.99. While Game Pass Ultimate is arguably a better deal than Xbox Live Gold given it gives subscribers access to … [Read more...] about 12-months of Xbox Live Gold on sale for $47
Scientists develop ultra-thin terahertz source
Physicists from the University of Sussex have developed an extremely thin, large-area semiconductor surface source of terahertz, composed of just a few atomic layers and compatible with existing electronic platforms. Terahertz sources emit brief light pulses oscillating at 'trillion of times per second'. At this scale, they are too fast to be handled by standard electronics, … [Read more...] about Scientists develop ultra-thin terahertz source
Google Wear OS now has a new manage button for notifications
Google’s latest update to Wear OS allows users to manage the operating system’s notification panel in one step. To check notifications on Wear OS, users need to swipe up from the home screen, and if there aren’t any notifications, you’ll see a message saying ‘All clear,’ ‘No notifications,’ or ‘Check again later.”‘ With the latest update, you’ll now see a ‘Manage’ button below … [Read more...] about Google Wear OS now has a new manage button for notifications
New early warning system for self-driving cars: AI recognizes potentially critical traffic situations seven seconds in advance
A team of researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) has developed a new early warning system for vehicles that uses artificial intelligence to learn from thousands of real traffic situations. A study of the system was carried out in cooperation with the BMW Group. The results show that, if used in today's self-driving vehicles, it can warn seven seconds in advance … [Read more...] about New early warning system for self-driving cars: AI recognizes potentially critical traffic situations seven seconds in advance
Bang & Olufsen announces new high-end Beoplay Portal Xbox gaming headset
If Microsoft’s recently released Xbox Wireless Headset isn’t high-end enough for your tastes, Bang & Olufsen’s recently announced Beoplay Portal gaming headset could be more your speed. The pricey Beoplay headset was designed with the Xbox Series X, Series S, Xbox One and PC (with an Xbox Wireless adapter) in mind and supports both an Xbox wireless connection and Bluetooth … [Read more...] about Bang & Olufsen announces new high-end Beoplay Portal Xbox gaming headset
Unique AI method for generating proteins will speed up drug development
Artificial Intelligence is now capable of generating novel, functionally active proteins, thanks to recently published work by researchers from Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden. "What we are now able to demonstrate offers fantastic potential for a number of future applications, such as faster and more cost-efficient development of protein-based drugs," says Aleksej … [Read more...] about Unique AI method for generating proteins will speed up drug development