Companies like Twitter and Facebook have begun to carve out a space for users that’s more like real life—with more options between shouts and whispers. Public Blast or Private Chat? Social Media Maps a Middle ...This entry was posted in Gear on January 11, 2020 by Arielle Pardes
A wave of startups wants to make brain-computer interfaces accessible without needing surgery. Just strap on the device and think. Mind Control for the Masses—No Implant NeededThis entry was posted in Gear on January 2, 2020 by Arielle Pardes
The option, now available everywhere, is supposed to help nudge Twitter in a less toxic direction. Twitter’s ‘Hide Replies’ Option Gives Users More ControlThis entry was posted in Gear on November 22, 2019 by Arielle Pardes
Blind users have been fighting for a more inclusive web for over 20 years. Are lawsuits like the one against Domino’s going to make a difference? The Internet Is for Everyone, Right? Not With a Screen ...This entry was posted in Gear on October 24, 2019 by Arielle Pardes
Timeshifter cribs NASA-backed science to help you recalibrate your biorhythms after switching time zones. Tired of Jet Lag? This App Will Help Reset Your ...This entry was posted in Gear on October 16, 2019 by Arielle Pardes
A new machine learning model suggests small tweaks to your outfit, points to the future of algorithm-based fashion advice. A Computer Model From Facebook AI Research Group Can Offer ...This entry was posted in Gear on October 9, 2019 by Arielle Pardes
The new offering expands on Instagram's "Close Friends" list, providing a completely separate space for sharing photos and messages with your besties. Instagram’s New App, Threads, Is Just for Your Inner CircleThis entry was posted in Gear on October 3, 2019 by Arielle Pardes
The device converts the electrical conductivity of houseplants into audio, giving plants the chance to sing. The PlantWave Device Lets Your Houseplants Play MusicThis entry was posted in Gear on September 25, 2019 by Arielle Pardes
A new class of apps can use machine intelligence to determine if your text conversations are imbued with hidden romantic sparks. Flirty or Friendzone? New AI Scans Your Texts for True ...This entry was posted in Gear on September 16, 2019 by Arielle Pardes
Stitch Fix is launching a new service, driven by machine learning, that builds an outfit to suit your personal style. Need Some Fashion Advice? Just Ask Stitch Fix’s AlgorithmThis entry was posted in Gear on September 12, 2019 by Arielle Pardes