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Teenagers’ unpredictable moods are being deciphered thanks to wearable technology developed by a local university. Researchers at King’s College London say their new device can decipher the meaning behind grimaces, fake smiles and wide-eyed expressions. Their study, which is expected to foster better relationships between parents and teens, was published in the journal Frontiers. In the study, a team from Manchester Metropolitan University gave young people aged 14 to 16 a head-worn device to wear at home. Cameras tracked family members’ facial movements as the teens interacted with their parents at home, while algorithms deciphered their emotions. Using AI, the…

Unlock Editor’s Digest for freeFT editor Roula Khalaf has chosen her favorite stories in this weekly newsletter.Most kitchen appliances clutter your cupboards, clog your drawers, and aren’t very useful. Basically, buying them is like throwing your money down the drain. I think a lot of people who cook are trying to compensate for poor to average cooking skills, or worse, laziness. Many people say that all a decent chef needs is a sharp knife, good pots and pans, and imagination, and I believe that to be true. The only place you can store your spiralizer is in the trash. But…

As a relatively new wine lover, you’ve probably received all kinds of gimmicks imaginable as gifts from family and friends, right? Or maybe you’re an experienced and well-funded connoisseur with an obsession with fermented fruit. You might be looking to go all out, procure a variety of gizmos for yourself, and take your wine game to elite status with the latest and coolest experience-enhancing tools. Armament. Looking at all these different types of hardware fills me with satisfaction for the tools I have, as well as positive FOMO for tools that were previously unavailable. Your social media feed is torturously…

At one point, I wasn’t sure if the Rabbit R1 even existed. This Teenage Engineering-designed, AI-powered device came out of nowhere and was one of the most talked-about devices at CES, and it felt fun and quirky, way better than any other AI company out there. CEO Jesse Lyu literally promised the world with his $199 device.Well, let me tell you, Rabbit, this is true. Last night I went to the posh TWA Hotel in New York City with a few hundred reporters, creatives, and especially enthusiastic R1 buyers. After a few hours of photo booths, specialty cocktails, and an…

Montserrat Andrée Carty | Longreads | April 23, 2024 | 3,251 words (12 minutes) When I introduce myself to a friend of a friend, I say, “I’m Montse [Mohnt-seh].” At the sight of his bewildered face, I try to help. “Or you can call me Mon-sea.” I’m accustomed to giving people in the United States options, to ensure they are comfortable.  “Wait, why do you have two names?” he asks.  Two names, two identities—this is what I’ve always known. Though behind this name, there are more than two cultures. I grew up in a cultural stew with a Spanish-French mother,…

If you prepare properly for your vacation, it’s more likely to be stress-free.And it’s no different on cruises, where one cruise ship employee shares her top advice on 7 things to do before boarding.The person behind this advice is Lucy Sotherton, who runs the Cruising At Crew YouTube channel.After working on ships for 10 years, the Birmingham native frequently shares her cruising expertise, tips and tricks to help the public have the best experience possible.Lucy previously talked about the one important question to ask your crew. She also revealed that there are concerns about sexually transmitted diseases among staff, but…

Today marks World Earth Day, a global event dedicated to raising awareness and promoting the importance of sustainability. Held annually on April 22nd, this event is a great opportunity to think about our impact on the environment, both individually and collectively. There are many things you can do to be more sustainable at home, such as taking extra care to reduce your energy usage and using reusable packaging. But it’s not easy to find eco-friendly gadgets that don’t produce waste themselves, especially those that use earth-friendly materials.To celebrate today, I’ve compiled five of my favorite sustainable gadgets to use in…

Written by Shannon McGuigan 09:23 April 21, 2024, updated 10:34 April 21, 2024 Please share or comment on this article: A veteran cruise ship official reveals seven essential items to have in your bag for a smooth and relaxing trip.Lucy Sotherton, 28, has nine years of experience working on cruise ships around the world.Originally from Birmingham, Lucy regularly shares her inside knowledge on how to have the best time at sea on her YouTube channel ‘Cruising as Crew’.Forgetting essentials when you’re in the middle of the ocean can be a real nightmare.However, Lucy shared the top seven essentials that passengers…

I have between 5 and 8 phones on my desk at any given time. By “my desk” I mean a combination of tables and countertops throughout the house. So when I saw reviews for the Humane AI Pin start pouring in last week, I did what any logical person would do. I grabbed the nearest cell phone and tried to turn it into my AI wearable.Humane wants you to believe that its AI Pins represent cutting-edge consumer technology. Reviews and pin guts are not. It appears to be using a 4-year-old Snapdragon processor and running a custom version of Android…

A veteran cruise ship official reveals seven essential items to have in your bag for a smooth and relaxing trip.Lucy Sotherton, 28, has nine years of experience working on cruise ships around the world.Lucy, originally from Birmingham, regularly shares insider information on how to have the best time at sea on her YouTube channel ‘Cruising as Crew’.Forgetting essentials when you’re in the middle of the ocean can be a real nightmare.However, Lucy shared the top seven essentials that passengers should check before setting sail. Veteran cruise seafarer Lucy Sotherton (pictured) has revealed seven essential items to keep in your bag…