Month: December 2023

Putting an electrical stimulator on the neck can help combat sleep deprivation Feeling tired? Applying electricity to a nerve in the neck with a handheld device can reduce fatigue and improve multitasking in sleep-deprived people, according to a new study conducted on U.S. Air Force volunteers. Previous research found that electrically stimulating the brain with…

Fall 2023 Special – “This exceptionally efficient heating technology is the very same method employed to ensure the comfort of astronauts on their journeys to the illustrious International Space Station. It is with tremendous delight that we announce the recent declassification of this breakthrough technology, allowing us to extend our warm embrace, and alleviate the…

KEY POINTS Logos of online social media and social networking sites displayed on a smartphone screen on August 01, 2023 in Bath, England. Matt Cardy | Getty Images News | Getty Images SINGAPORE — As more businesses turn to social media to sell their merchandise, online shoppers in Singapore are exploring new buying experiences —…

This wearable device provides real-time ECG monitoring of a fetus This article is part of our exclusive IEEE Journal Watch series in partnership with IEEE Xplore. Although a pregnancy is an exciting time for expecting parents, it can involve many trips to a doctor’s office to monitor the health of the fetus. Currently, the most common method…

The reigning OLED technology will survive only in small displays Asus’s ROG Swift PG32UQX is an unexpected revelation. This beefy 32-inch monitor, clad in gaudy plastic and odd, cyclonic swirls, packs a display technology rarely available for computers: Mini-LED. Virtually unknown a few years ago, it is set to become the new default for high-end televisions, computer…

Learn when to spring for a professional and when to DIY. For at-home cosmetic procedures, you can buy an extensive array of tools and do the work yourself; however, this too can be pricey, and in some cases not as effective. Key Takeaways When you want to improve your appearance, options abound. You can go…

With time to order gifts dwindling, the need for a quick checkout process is high. With the holidays right around the corner, online shopping is in full swing. With time to order gifts dwindling, the need for a quick checkout process is high. Luckily, adding to your cart and sending your order on its way…

Procter & Gamble price hikes boost revenue while Gillette write-down weighs on earnings KEY POINTS A Procter & Gamble (P&G) logo is seen during the 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE) at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) on November 7, 2023 in Shanghai, China. VCG | Getty Images Procter & Gamble on Tuesday reported mixed quarterly earnings…

KEY POINTS Consumer spending remained remarkably resilient throughout 2023, even in the face of prolonged inflation and high interest rates. But that’s unlikely to continue, according to Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist at the National Retail Federation. “A year ago, many commentators were skeptical and calling for a recession, but the recession never came. With each passing month, consumers kept…

An inexpensive solution to hearing well in loud environments Musicians require ear protection that faithfully reproduces attenuated sound over a wide frequency range, like these over-the-ear headphones with embedded microphones.  JAMES PROVOST Many of us have gotten used to being able to dampen unwanted sound, thanks to the noise-cancellation technology found in, for example, Apple’s AirPods…