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The green bubble stigma faced by Android users who send messages to their friends with iPhones is real—even the U.S. government acknowledges it.Hey Google, Where Did My Watch's Battery Life Go?“Many non-iPhone users… experience social stigma, exclusion, and blame” when messaging people with iPhones, the Department of Justice stated in its landmark antitrust lawsuit against Apple on Thursday. However, the problems go way beyond simply the color of a text message. In the complaint, the DOJ highlighted the friction and…

Can AI Replace Human Research Participants? These Scientists See RisksSeveral recent proposals for using AI to generate research data could save time and effort but at a costBy Chris Stokel-Walker Credit: zepp1969/Getty ImagesIn science, studying human experiences typically requires time, money and—of course—human participants. But as large language models such as OpenAI’s GPT-4 have grown more sophisticated, some in the research community have been steadily warming to the idea that artificial intelligence could replace…

After hitting record highs of $974 at the beginning of March, Nvidia stock (NASDAQ: NVDA) took a nosedive. However, after forming a bottom around $841, the shares of the chip-making giant are poised to take another shot at the major psychological level of $1,000. This level is crucial in every stock’s life cycle, as a clear breakout above this level results in a strong, bullish continuation. The recent FOMC statement propelled Wall Street indices to their record highs. The S&P 500 index, NASDAQ 100 index,…

Since last year’s release of Super Mario Bros. Wonder on the Nintendo Switch, one question has plagued me: just what does that goo taste like? In the game, it’s a jelly-like substance in a tempting shade of lime green, and at various points, you can swim through it like thick, goopy water. When you first encounter it, one of the many talking flowers asks, “How’s the goo taste?” But it turns out getting a definitive answer is much harder than I anticipated.Initially, I thought I had it figured out. The goo looks remarkably…

Samsung just launched two mid-range devices that not only look better than any of their predecessors, but they’re also much better phones. Of course, 2024 budget Android phones will be better than the models Samsung released last year. But the Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35 are truly attention-worthy. So much so that the Galaxy A55 isn’t even available in the US, as it’ll likely disrupt the momentum of the Galaxy S24 series.To further prove that point, early Galaxy A55 users have just discovered that the Galaxy A55…

Moto G Power 5G (2024) MSRP $300.00 “The Moto G Power 5G (2024) has excellent battery life and a fun new design. It's a decent $300 phone, but your money is better spent elsewhere.” Pros New leather back is great Loud, clear speakers Two-day battery life Wireless charging and NFC Cons…

By Lauren Perkins, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center March 22, 2024Lunar eclipses happen during the full moon phase when Earth aligns exactly between the Moon and Sun, casting Earth’s shadow on the Moon. This shadowing dims the Moon and can turn it a vivid red for several hours. Visible from one hemisphere of Earth at a time, there are three kinds of lunar eclipses: total, partial, and penumbral. Credit: NASAApril’s solar eclipse has stolen the headlines for many months now, and rightfully so with millions of Americans…

A new rugged IONIQ 5 model is set to hit the market soon. Ahead of its debut, Hyundai’s new IONIQ 5 XRT was caught out in the wild testing for the first time as a new video gives us our closest look yet. Will it compete with Rivian’s recently revealed R3X? IONIQ 5 gets an upgrade with a new variant launching After introducing the new IONIQ 5 update and a sporty N model earlier this month, Hyundai is preparing to launch another variant of its best-selling electric SUV. Hyundai’s new IONIQ 5…

3 As part of the Amazon Big Spring sale, Amazon has a huge sale on Tile trackers with up to 23% off select models. The sale means you can buy tile trackers from just $42 so this is the ideal time to secure your devices more carefully. If you’re keen to learn more, keep reading while we take you through some recommendations or you can tap the button below to see the full Tile sale for yourself. What to shop for in the Amazon Tile tracker sale Tile makes some of the best Bluetooth trackers around with the Tile Mate…

Meditation is often touted as a mental cure-all, purported to help with stress, sleep, mood, focus and even certain medical conditions. I’ve been meditating most of my adult life. I’ve done silent retreats. I’ve been formally trained in various techniques. I’ve had someone in my contacts list who I referred to as a “guru.” So I feel I’m relatively qualified to give some bad news: Meditation won’t fix your life, despite what David Lynch says. However, there’s also some good news: Despite not actually being a cure-all for…