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A digital Blood Pressure Monitor side by side with a Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro

8 Min.

PRODUCTIVITY & SERVICES

How Your Next Smartphone Camera May be Able to Detect Diabetes

While many of us eagerly await companies like Apple, Google, and Samsung to unlock non-invasive, accessible solutions for monitoring blood pressure and diabetes, a new contender has entered the scene. A team of researchers from the University of Tokyo brings a promising development, reigniting hope for a future of seamless and effortless health care.

by Camila Rinaldi

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8 Min. Reading time

7 Min.

ENTERTAINMENT

Black Friday, Black Week, and Now Black Month—Isn’t That a Bit Much?

Black Friday is happening at the end of the month! This will be followed by Cyber Monday. However, Singles' Day happens before that, with Black Week starting at some point after. Wait a minute, why am I stumbling across “Black Month” offers everywhere? When the hell am I supposed to make my purchase when there are always offers available? This is all too overwhelming for me. Time to vent my thoughts!

by Carsten Drees

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7 Min. Reading time

A person wearing Apple Vision Pro augmented reality headset against a warm background.

10 Min.

HEADPHONES

After Testing the Apple Vision Pro, This Feature Stands Out as My Favorite

Why isn't anyone talking about this feature of the Apple Vision Pro? No, I'm not referring to porn, even though studies in the US and UK showed that adult content was the number one reason for buying VR glasses for 67% of VR glasses owners. Rather, the feature I want to talk about is Apple Immersive. What is it? Why is it so good? And what does Apple do better here than other VR glasses manufacturers? There are at least five things that come to mind!

by Stefan Möllenhoff

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10 Min. Reading time

We have to be careful that the digital divide doesn't get any bigger!

11 Min.

DEALS & ONLINE SHOPPING

How a Two-Tier Society Emerges with Artificial Intelligence

My view of artificial intelligence (AI) has always been ambivalent until now. With every new development, I tend to oscillate between euphoria and horror. This is because it is so breathtaking what AI can do, but at the same time, there are also potential dangers. I would like to talk about one of these dangers today. I believe the digital divide has massively widened with AI, dividing society across many levels.

by Carsten Drees

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11 Min. Reading time

A man using a smartwatch with a glowing 'AI' symbol, suggesting an AI coaching feature.

9 Min.

SMARTWATCH & TRACKERS

From Step Counters to Smart Coaches: The Impact of AI on Wearable Devices

Wearables are getting smarter, and AI is leading the charge. Every month seems to bring a fresh AI-powered feature from a new wearable company or an update from the old guard. Take Fitbit, for instance—they just rolled out a smarter health service thanks to a Gemini update. This got me diving deep into the world of AI coaches on wearables. The results? Some companies have really fine-tuned their AI, proving that AI isn’t just an add-on—it’s a game-changer for wearable tech.

by Camila Rinaldi

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9 Min. Reading time

Two people wearing VR headsets engage in a virtual reality experience against a digital backdrop.

11 Min.

HEADPHONES

From Gaming to Tactical Training: Hologate's VR for Real-World Scenarios

We stand in front of a door of an apartment building and don't know what's behind. A stranger is allegedly holding hostages in the apartment and threatening them with a knife. After ringing the doorbell several times, we kick the door down. I lean against a door frame and suddenly lost my balance, realizing that none of this was real! No, we weren’t experimenting with the latest party drug trends—instead, we visited Hologate, a company that develops ultra-realistic VR environments under the name “HGXR,” allowing security forces to train safely. Let’s talk about this often-overlooked aspect of VR technology!

by Benjamin Lucks

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11 Min. Reading time

11 Min.

TABLET

Has Apple Lost Its Mojo?

Today, you'll find reviews of the new iPhone 16 series everywhere, along with discussions on iOS 18 features and Apple Intelligence. But since last week’s Apple event, I’ve been wondering: Is everything really okay at Apple? I don’t think so. It seems like things aren’t going as planned in Cupertino. After reflecting on the new products, the event, and Apple’s overall strategy, I can’t help but ask—has Apple lost its mojo, weighed down by its own expectations?

by Carsten Drees

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11 Min. Reading time

Messe Berlin with advertisements for IFA 2024, Haier, Hisense, and Midea in bright sunlight.

5 Min.

ENTERTAINMENT

IFA Highlights the Media and Manufacturers' Tech Blindspot

Tech fairs like IFA and MWC don't pique the interest of many people these days. That's not such a bad thing but it's a shame because this is something that could easily be avoided. Why has the public's interest in these events waned, which has become far too B2B-focused? Basically, the tech and consumer electronics media industries are missing a gigantic opportunity to create a meeting place and, above all, to generate content. Actual content that connects with people.

by Antoine Engels

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5 Min. Reading time

9 Min.

DEALS & ONLINE SHOPPING

AI, My New Best Friend: Exploring the Future of Human-AI Relationships

Smart chatbots like ChatGPT and Google Gemini are getting better at talking and interacting with us in natural ways. So, it's time to think about the kind of relationships we might have with AI. Will they stay as helpful assistants, or could they even become part of our romantic lives? In this piece, we explore the potential benefits and risks of forming emotional connections with intelligent chatbots.

by Carsten Drees

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9 Min. Reading time

7 Min.

ENTERTAINMENT

Gamescom is the Best 2024 Trade Fair but Not Because of Games

Gamescom is the largest video games trade fair in the world. This year, 335,000 visitors attended the event. The question is, how much sense does Gamescom make when games are released online and leaks dominate the news? What is the X-factor for Gamescom's raison d'être compared to E3? Why is this trade fair like a drug for gamers? These questions and more are answered by nextpit.

by Dustin Porth

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7 Min. Reading time