A Raspberry Pi home automation project enables controlling lights, sensors, and smart devices via open-source software, turning any house into a smart home.

Scrolling on your smartphone while on the toilet may be doing more than passing the time. A new study has found it could raise your risk of hemorrhoids by nearly 50%, thanks to the extra minutes spent ...

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Aliro is based on Apple’s NFC Home Key technology and will support UWB unlocking, allowing any smartphone to securely unlock any door lock, regardless of ecosystem or brand. The Aliro standard is ...

A Japanese town is considering a non-binding ordinance that would limit daily smartphone use for residents of all ages to two hours. The proposed guidelines suggest that children between 6 and 12 ...

A new study reveals that scrolling on your phone while on the toilet may increase the risk of hemorrhoids, with the time spent seated emerging as a stronger predictor than straining. Study: Smartphone ...

Carrot peels, often discarded, are a nutritional powerhouse with versatile applications. Rich in antioxidants and fiber, they enhance soups, transform into crispy snacks, and boost smoothies. In the ...

A new study suggests that bringing your smartphone into the bathroom could raise your risk of hemorrhoids by nearly 50%. Researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) in Boston found ...

As Britain braces itself for cooler weather and a higher energy bills, experts have shared a cheap way to cut down on costs - and it's not by using a smart meter. Ofgem's new price cap, which takes ...

As Apple prepares to release new iPhones this week, industry veterans shared their predictions for what will be the next big thing in personal computing. By Brian X. Chen and Tripp Mickle Reporting ...

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