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How Safe Are Your Eyes From Smartphone Light? What Studies Say
Many experts advise not to use mobile phones before bed, or reduce the screen time overall.
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How to Check Battery Health on Android Smartphones
Smartphone batteries degrade and lose capacity over time, and a battery replacement eventually becomes necessary. Battery health monitoring is a feature that is now available on select Google Pixel phones with the Android 16 update. Many third-party Android manufacturers have also enabled this convenient feature, allowing users to monitor their pho...
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Samsung Reportedly Developing ‘Listen’ Function for AI-Powered Now Brief in One UI 8
Following the successful rollout of Android 15-based One UI 7, Samsung is already said to be developing the next iteration, dubbed One UI 8. As per a report, the company will introduce additional functionality for the Galaxy AI-powered Now Brief feature. One such feature will let users get an audio version of their daily brief. Such a feature is sa...
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Google Pixel 9a Will Gain Battery Health Assistance Feature to Stabilise Performance and Ageing
Google Pixel 9a will receive a new battery management feature which aims to prolong its life by optimising the charge cycles, the company has confirmed. As per the Mountain View-based tech giant, the Pixel software will manage the lithium-ion battery’s performance and maximum voltage of the handset to help maintain its health as the phone ages, t...
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Excessive Mobile Use Linked To Depression In Teens: AIIMS Bhopal Study
Growing dependence on mobile phones among children and teenagers is leading to a surge in mental health issues, including depression and anxiety, according to a new study.
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New Research Shows Mobile Phones Are Not Linked To Brain Cancer
A systematic review into the potential health effects from radio wave exposure has shown mobile phones are not linked to brain cancer. The review was commissioned by the World Health Organization and is published today.
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Mobile Phones And Brain Cancer Are Not Linked, Says WHO-Led Study
There is no link between mobile phone use and increased brain cancer risk, according to a new World Health Organization-commissioned review of the available published evidence worldwide.
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In Flood-Hit Village, Doctor Helps Woman Deliver Baby Over Phone
A woman in labour; flooded streets; and a doctor giving step-by-step instructions over a mobile phone to ensure safe delivery. The scene recently played out in Madhya Pradesh's Seoni district, said health officials on Wednesday.
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Here's How The Blue Light From Your Phone Is Affecting Your Health
Below we share ways in which your phone's blue light affects your sleep.
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No Mobile Access At Night, "Minor Mode": Key Points From China New Law For Children
Parents in China say the move is good and are offering support to it for now.
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Google Pixel Feature Drop Rolls Out With Macro Focus for Video, Safety Check; Pixel Watch Gets Health Features
Google Pixel and Pixel Watch owners are receiving the company's latest Pixel Feature Drop update. Owners of recent Pixel phones gain new emergency, safety and camera features, while Pixel Watch owners can take advantage of new health tracking functionality as part of the Pixel Feature Drop for June.
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Android 14 Might Introduce Battery Health Feature, Apps Could Use APIs to Reveal Health Statistics
Android 14 may give users insights into their device's battery health when it is released later this year. These include details such as the health of the phone's battery, the manufacturing date, when it was first used, how many charging cycles have been completed, and the charging policy. Users can also reportedly use third-party apps to access th...
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Here's Why You Shouldn't Use Your Phone First Thing In The Morning
"According to research, about 80 percent of smartphone users check their mobile phones within 15 minutes of waking up every morning." writes nutritionist Lovneet Batra
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The Evolution of Smart Wearables: Changing Consumer Behaviour
Palm-sized gadgets that are often called smart wearables have taken the world by storm from health freaks using smartwatches to optimise their workouts, gamers using neckband earphones/TWS to enhance mobile phone gaming experience and fashionistas pairing earbuds and smartwatches with their outfit.
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How To Lose Weight And Eat The Right Amount Of Food: Identify Body Signals
Pooja Malhotra said that identifying these signals is "fairly simple". The first and most important thing to do during a weight loss journey is to put the gadgets, including the mobile phone, away.
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How Safe Are Your Eyes From Smartphone Light? What Studies Say
Many experts advise not to use mobile phones before bed, or reduce the screen time overall.
-
How to Check Battery Health on Android Smartphones
Smartphone batteries degrade and lose capacity over time, and a battery replacement eventually becomes necessary. Battery health monitoring is a feature that is now available on select Google Pixel phones with the Android 16 update. Many third-party Android manufacturers have also enabled this convenient feature, allowing users to monitor their pho...
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Samsung Reportedly Developing ‘Listen’ Function for AI-Powered Now Brief in One UI 8
Following the successful rollout of Android 15-based One UI 7, Samsung is already said to be developing the next iteration, dubbed One UI 8. As per a report, the company will introduce additional functionality for the Galaxy AI-powered Now Brief feature. One such feature will let users get an audio version of their daily brief. Such a feature is sa...
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Google Pixel 9a Will Gain Battery Health Assistance Feature to Stabilise Performance and Ageing
Google Pixel 9a will receive a new battery management feature which aims to prolong its life by optimising the charge cycles, the company has confirmed. As per the Mountain View-based tech giant, the Pixel software will manage the lithium-ion battery’s performance and maximum voltage of the handset to help maintain its health as the phone ages, t...
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Excessive Mobile Use Linked To Depression In Teens: AIIMS Bhopal Study
Growing dependence on mobile phones among children and teenagers is leading to a surge in mental health issues, including depression and anxiety, according to a new study.
-
New Research Shows Mobile Phones Are Not Linked To Brain Cancer
A systematic review into the potential health effects from radio wave exposure has shown mobile phones are not linked to brain cancer. The review was commissioned by the World Health Organization and is published today.
-
Mobile Phones And Brain Cancer Are Not Linked, Says WHO-Led Study
There is no link between mobile phone use and increased brain cancer risk, according to a new World Health Organization-commissioned review of the available published evidence worldwide.
-
In Flood-Hit Village, Doctor Helps Woman Deliver Baby Over Phone
A woman in labour; flooded streets; and a doctor giving step-by-step instructions over a mobile phone to ensure safe delivery. The scene recently played out in Madhya Pradesh's Seoni district, said health officials on Wednesday.
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Here's How The Blue Light From Your Phone Is Affecting Your Health
Below we share ways in which your phone's blue light affects your sleep.
-
No Mobile Access At Night, "Minor Mode": Key Points From China New Law For Children
Parents in China say the move is good and are offering support to it for now.
-
Google Pixel Feature Drop Rolls Out With Macro Focus for Video, Safety Check; Pixel Watch Gets Health Features
Google Pixel and Pixel Watch owners are receiving the company's latest Pixel Feature Drop update. Owners of recent Pixel phones gain new emergency, safety and camera features, while Pixel Watch owners can take advantage of new health tracking functionality as part of the Pixel Feature Drop for June.
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Android 14 Might Introduce Battery Health Feature, Apps Could Use APIs to Reveal Health Statistics
Android 14 may give users insights into their device's battery health when it is released later this year. These include details such as the health of the phone's battery, the manufacturing date, when it was first used, how many charging cycles have been completed, and the charging policy. Users can also reportedly use third-party apps to access th...
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Here's Why You Shouldn't Use Your Phone First Thing In The Morning
"According to research, about 80 percent of smartphone users check their mobile phones within 15 minutes of waking up every morning." writes nutritionist Lovneet Batra
-
The Evolution of Smart Wearables: Changing Consumer Behaviour
Palm-sized gadgets that are often called smart wearables have taken the world by storm from health freaks using smartwatches to optimise their workouts, gamers using neckband earphones/TWS to enhance mobile phone gaming experience and fashionistas pairing earbuds and smartwatches with their outfit.
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How To Lose Weight And Eat The Right Amount Of Food: Identify Body Signals
Pooja Malhotra said that identifying these signals is "fairly simple". The first and most important thing to do during a weight loss journey is to put the gadgets, including the mobile phone, away.
