Crime scene investigations just got a high-tech makeover. Scientists have found a clever way to detect blood using a smartphone and a special glowing chemical called luminol. When luminol meets blood, it lights up, and a smartphone can record the whole process in a video. This new method is not just cool; it's also eco-friendly. It uses a tiny amount of luminol comp...
Samsung hasn't boosted the battery size of its Ultra phones in over half a decade. While Chinese brands are packing phones with massive batteries, Samsung sticks to around 5, 000mAh. Why? It's not just about tech; it's about rules. The U. S. has strict rules on lithium-ion batteries. These rules limit phone batteries to 20Wh. Most Samsung phones have batteries just ...
In the heart of rural Tanzania, a silent struggle persists. Gender-based violence (GBV) is a harsh reality for many women in these areas. The problem is made worse by the fact that these communities are often disconnected from the digital world. This is where technology comes in. Smartphones and other tech tools are being used to fight back against GBV. These efforts...
Huawei has rolled out its latest Pura 80 series phones in China. The standout feature is the Pura 80 Ultra's camera. It has a unique dual-lens telephoto camera. This camera uses a switchable system. Two lenses share the same sensor. This is different from other phones that use a single lens with moving parts. The Pura 80 Ultra's lenses offer 3. 7x and 9. 4x optical z...
Infinix has launched the NOTE 50 series, a lineup of mid-range smartphones that prioritize battery performance and fast-charging capabilities without breaking the bank. These devices are designed to be reliable companions for everyday use and emergencies. The NOTE 50 series introduces All-Round FastCharge 3. 0 technology, which combines fast wired and wireless charg...
In the world of breast reconstruction surgery, precision is key. Doctors and patients rely on accurate measurements to plan and execute procedures. Enter digital anthropometry, a fancy term for using technology to measure the human body. Smartphones, with their ever-improving cameras, are now part of this mix. They can capture 3D images of the breast, providing a new...
TECNO is set to unveil the Spark Slim at MWC 2025. This phone is incredibly thin, measuring just 5. 75mm. It's not just about being slim; TECNO claims it has the largest battery in a phone this thin, with a 5, 200mAh capacity. This is a big deal because most super-thin phones have much smaller batteries. The Spark Slim is designed to compete with high-end phones lik...
Water quality is a big deal. It's important for our environment and the systems we build. Alkalinity is a key part of water quality. It's been measured in many ways, from old-school titrations to fancy spectrophotometric and electrochemical methods. Each has its pros and cons. But what if there was a simple, cheap way to do it? That's what a new approach is all about...
Apple's iPhone 16 has landed, but is it the game-changer we were expecting? While the hardware shines, the AI features, centered around Apple Intelligence, feel more like baby steps than leaps. Apple boasts about its new AI, but is it really that impressive given it relies on a relatively small AI model compared to competitors like Google and Microsoft? One has to w...
OnePlus is gearing up to launch its next flagship, the OnePlus 13, and rumors suggest it could arrive as early as October or November. The OnePlus 13 will boast BOE's cutting-edge X2 display. Expect even brighter screens and potentially longer battery life with enhanced eye protection features. It remains to be seen whether this single feature will be enough to m...