A new smartwatch app evaluated in a study shows promise for detecting major epileptic seizures with rapid alerts to caregivers and clinicians. The results indicate high sensitivity in identifying tonic clonic seizures and highlight potential to improve safety, while noting the need for further validation and real world testing.
Counterpoint Research analysts say Agentic AI marks the next phase of the industry by moving computing toward on device, action driven experiences and reducing reliance on traditional apps. Qualcomm shares face selling pressure as investors weigh factors behind QCOM declines. Agentic AI refers to autonomous systems that act on behalf of users by setting goals, planning steps, and using tools to complete tasks with minimal supervision. Unlike generative AI which mainly responds, agentic AI takes proactive actions, learns from its environment, and adapts to handle complex multi step workflows. Companies are shifting toward these systems with major players including OpenAI, Microsoft, Alphabet among others.
The FBI has issued a new warning to iPhone and Android users urging them not to install certain foreign developed apps, particularly those from overseas developers with weak privacy practices. This post first appeared on The Yucatan Times.
The White House released a new smartphone application on Friday designed to deliver official information and updates directly from the White House to the public, highlighting immediate policy notes and presidential communications.
Luxembourg based fintech Yowpay has partnered with Huawei to launch an open banking smartwatch point of sale application that enables merchants to accept payments from a wearable device while linking real time data in a secure open banking framework.
Researchers report that a smartphone based training app aimed at treating premature ejaculation helped participants substantially extend their sexual performance over a 12 week period, with results highlighted in Digital Trends.
A rewritten English version of CNBC's feature about a 24-year-old who ditched her smartphone and social media and invites readers to try app abstinence.
A University of Washington led project introduces DopFone, a smartphone based solution designed to track fetal heart rate with high accuracy outside clinic settings, offering a safer and more affordable option for remote prenatal monitoring. The description outlines how the system works, its focus on safety and privacy, and how access is structured within paid plans to support sustainable development and broader adoption.
A speculative overview of Meta's smartwatch ambitions including WhatsApp on the wrist, a potential 2026 launch, AI health tracking, Malibu 2 rumors, and competition with Huawei and Apple.
The game launched worldwide on Wednesday.