The silliest iPhone apps of all time
04 Sep
Science & Technology

The silliest iPhone apps of all time

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Technology tamfitronics Image: AppleSometimes you wonder what you’re supposed to do with all the technology in your trouser pocket. The answer? Well, some developers have given it some very special thought. Here’s a selection of the most bizarre apps that turn your iPhone into a veritable marvel of uselessness.Is It Dark Outside?App StoreApp StoreApp StoreHave you ever desperately wondered if it’s dark outside, but just didn’t have the heart to get up and check? Is It Dark Outside? solves the problem for you. The app checks whether the sun has set—and that’s it.Ideal for anyone who thinks windows are overrated or wants to practice living in a bunker for potential zombie apocalypses. And those who can’t be bothered to look at the sunset time in the Weather app—or to just ask Siri.Pimple PopperApp...
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Lagos Turns to Blockchain to Tackle Land Fraud
04 Sep
Science & Technology

Lagos Turns to Blockchain to Tackle Land Fraud

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Technology tamfitronics By Mark Hunter21 hours agoTue Sep 03 2024 08:38:32Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Lagos State Government has prepared a groundbreaking initiative incorporating blockchain and NFTs to revolutionize the real estate sectorThe strategy has aimed to digitize property records and streamline real estate transactionsThe plan has been revealed as the latest attempt to enhance transparency using blockchain for property deedsThe Lagos State Government is preparing to revolutionize the real estate sector through a groundbreaking initiative that incorporates blockchain technology and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). This innovative strategy aims to digitize property records, streamline real estate transactions, and enhance transparency within the industry. The plan, revealed last month, is the latest attempt to use blockchain in relation to property deeds, a task for which it is ideally suited.Technology tamfitronics Digital Twins to Assist With...
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Coming soon: Our 2024 list of Innovators Under 35
04 Sep
Science & Technology

Coming soon: Our 2024 list of Innovators Under 35

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Technology tamfitronics This year’s innovators are finding smart ways to address climate change and wrest control of AI. Stephanie Arnett/MIT Technology Review | Adobe Stock To tackle complex global problems such as preventing disease and mitigating climate change, we’re going to need new ideas from our brightest minds. Every year, MIT Technology Review identifies a new class of Innovators Under 35 taking on these and other challenges. On September 10, we will honor the 2024 class of Innovators Under 35. These 35 researchers and entrepreneurs are rising stars in their fields pursuing ambitious projects: One is unraveling the mysteries of how our immune system works, while another is engineering microbes to someday replace chemical pesticides. Each is doing groundbreaking work to advance one of five areas: materials science, biotechnology, robotics, artificial intelligence, or climate...
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Watch: Tips on Finding a Good Nursing Home
04 Sep
Health News

Watch: Tips on Finding a Good Nursing Home

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Health News tamfitronics Finding a nursing home for yourself or a parent can be daunting. Many facilities are understaffed and the worker shortages have gotten worse since the start of the pandemic. KFF Health News senior correspondent Jordan Rau shares tips about finding nearby homes, evaluating staffing levels, what to look for when visiting, and more.Find additional resources here.CreditsHannah NormanVideo producerFrancis YingVideographerOona TempestIllustratorRelated TopicsAgingMedicaidMultimediaNursing HomesVideoContact UsSubmit a Story Tip
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