An image of a dog along with how it appears in the new light-activated polymer displaySara Patch/Ivan AprahamianA novel 3D display could be an acrylic cube with an internal image that can be easily erased and rewritten. This technology enables the creation of 2D, 3D, and even animated images.However, the display begins with a...
Credit: PixabayAccording to a new study, ChatGPT is mediocre at diagnosing medical conditions, with an accuracy rate of only 49%. Researchers emphasize that their findings demonstrate AI should not be the sole source of medical information, underscoring the necessity of keeping the human element in healthcare.The ease of accessing online technology has led some...
The mosquito-tracking Bzigo Iris will set you back $339BzigoMosquitoes are experts at evading capture indoors, often vanishing after failed attempts to swat or catch them mid-air. The Bzigo Iris addresses this issue by tracking and pinpointing their location for you.Created by the Israeli startup Bzigo, the Iris initially drew our attention back in 2020...
Credit: A 64-year-old patient with ALS has become the first person in the world to use Apple's Vision Pro AR/VR spatial computer via the Stentrode brain-computer interfaceSynchronMinimally Invasive Approach to Brain-Computer InterfacesRather than removing part of the skull to install a brain-computer interface like Neuralink, Synchron uses electrodes that are introduced through the jugular...
Credit: PixabayElon Musk's ambitious eye implants, which aim to surpass normal human vision, are unlikely to achieve this goal. Scientists using 'virtual patients' have highlighted the limitations of this technology, showing that even the best engineering cannot fully replicate human neurophysiology in restoring sight.Elon Musk's ambitious eye implants, which aim to surpass normal human...
A face-tracking system, pictured here using generative tools, is keeping watch over Japanese supermarket employees to make sure they're smiling enough for CorporateAeon, a leading Japanese supermarket chain, has introduced a new AI system designed to evaluate and "standardize" employee smiles.On July 1, the company announced the implementation of a "smile-rating AI system" called...
Credit: PixabayResearchers at USC have created a new technique for accurately predicting the spread of wildfires. By integrating satellite imagery with artificial intelligence, their model represents a significant advancement in wildfire management and emergency response.Described in a preliminary study published in Artificial Intelligence for the Earth Systems, the USC model uses satellite data...
The Nano Transparent Screen technology can reportedly be mass produced for a tenth of the price of transparent OLED screensKIMMTransparent OLED technology has advanced significantly since its early prototypes over a decade ago, yet the screens remain relatively expensive. Researchers in Korea have now developed a 100-inch NTS display that they can mass-produce at...
Ultrahuman's new app platform, PowerPlugs, hosts a variety of apps for its smart ringsUltrahumanWearable technology has evolved far beyond simple step counting. Today, wearables like smartwatches and smart rings can continuously monitor health metrics such as sleep patterns, heart rate, and overall wellness. These devices empower users to gain insights into their bodies, stay...
The 7-inch touchscreen can serve as a mini monitor for compact work and play, or as a secondary screen to boost productivityNot everyone has space for a large desktop computer at home or in the office, making a mini-PC an appealing choice. Startup Miniproca has introduced a model on Kickstarter featuring octa-core processing power,...
