Imec and Holst Centre announce an innovative body patch that integrates an ultra-low power electrocardiogram (ECG) chip and a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio. This unique combination fuses power-efficient electronics and ...
Electronics & Semiconductors
Oct 11, 2011
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After the smartphone, the intelligent watch promises to become the latest hi-tech trend, allowing wearers to peek at messages and even take calls without touching their phones.
Consumer & Gadgets
Feb 28, 2013
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(Phys.org) —The smartwatch as a killer form factor in computer wearables is still up for debate. For some consumers, even the greatest-looking designs will not justify the cost of wearing a general-purpose smart device ...
A new separation process that depends on an easily-distinguished physical difference in adhesive forces among cells could help expand production of stem cells generated through cell reprogramming. By facilitating new research, ...
Cell & Microbiology
Apr 7, 2013
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Developing and evaluating motion-capture technology to help older adults "age in place" has been the focus of researchers at the University of Missouri for more than a decade. Previous research has utilized video game technology ...
Engineering
Jun 1, 2016
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You know the feeling. It's impossible to resist. You just need to yawn.
Plants & Animals
Jul 6, 2018
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The security of wearable fitness trackers could be improved to better protect users' personal data, a study suggests.
Security
Sep 14, 2017
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A new power scheme for cardiac pacemakers turns to an unlikely source: vibrations from heartbeats themselves.
General Physics
Mar 2, 2012
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More hospitals and doctors are starting to use data from fitness trackers and health apps to help treat patients. But they are moving cautiously. The technology has a lot of potential, but there are key challenges to work ...
Hi Tech & Innovation
Feb 20, 2015
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If you've been to a gym lately, you've probably noticed how popular fitness trackers have become.
Consumer & Gadgets
Aug 14, 2014
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