Smartphone sensors are capable of detecting if you are high on cannabis
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Researcher leads new study that shows data from smartphone sensors combined with time features can detect a cannabis high.
Joseph Shavit
- Sep 22, 2021
Scared of spiders -- they now have an app for that
Fear of spiders is one of the most common phobias and leads to a variety of limitations in everyday life.
Joshua Shavit
- Sep 15, 2021
‘Headspace’ app could benefit people with asthma
People with asthma given access to a popular mindfulness app improved symptoms and quality of life after just three months.
Joseph Shavit
- Aug 22, 2021
These Glicerin-Filled 'Smart Glasses' Adjust To Your Vision Automatically
Created by a team led by Prof. Carlos Mastrangelo these, app controlled, smart glasses feature "liquid lenses" that change shape.
Joshua Shavit
- Aug 6, 2021
Scientists can now track your circadian rhythms with a smartwatch
Smartwatches are handy devices for people to keep track of the number of steps they take per day or to track their mile time during a run
Joshua Shavit
- Aug 4, 2021
New app helps relieve back pain
Researchers tested the app using a randomized controlled trial that included 461 patients with back pain from Norway and Denmark
Joseph Shavit
- Aug 2, 2021
US AI firm launches Europe's first commercial robotaxi service
The launch opens the door for cities across the EU to adopt this ground-breaking alternative form of transportation.
Joseph Shavit
- Jul 29, 2021
New app uses AI to tell you what your cat is feeling
If you’ve ever wondered if your cat is happy, there’s an app for that. Tably is a new app released by pet health company Sylvester.ai.
Joseph Shavit
- Jul 24, 2021
Too Hot? New Apps Let Users Rent Private Swimming Pools by the Hour
Scorching temps. Baking cars. Thermostats straining under the load trying to maintain 78 degrees at home. Why not go for a dip and cool down
Joseph Shavit
- Jul 20, 2021
AI Powered App Scans A Pile of LEGOs and Shows What You Can Build
There are two types of people when it comes to LEGO storage. Those who keep meticulous sets or those who haphazardly bin their legos.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 18, 2021
AI app could help diagnose HIV more accurately
Researchers could transform the ability to accurately interpret HIV test results, particularly in low- and middle-income countries
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 7, 2021
A robotic third eye to navigate the world
Industrial design student Minwook Paeng has created a robotic Third Eye that is fixed to the forehead and looks out for obstacles
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