Reporting that a man has been in remission of HIV for a year and a half after receiving a stem cell transplant without medication increases the likelihood that he is the second person to be cured of the disease.… Read More “Stem cell transplants: Researchers report on the second case of a “cured” HIV patient”
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The ‘tree of death’ is so toxic that the mere contact with its leaves and fruits could kill you
Along the coasts of the Caribbean, Central America, the northern edges of South America and even in South Florida, you can find a kind of pleasant looking beach tree, often loaded with small yellow-green fruits very similar to apples, whose pleasant aroma invites you to take a bite out of them.… Read More “The ‘tree of death’ is so toxic that the mere contact with its leaves and fruits could kill you”
HAL-9000 and Alexa take home automation to new heights
Get to know a device that joins two artificial bits of intelligence to control your home.
Often, the vast majority of times, the reality is what inspires the world of the seventh art.… Read More “HAL-9000 and Alexa take home automation to new heights”
IBM has patented a technology that Black Mirror has warned of
Sometimes reality is a little too much like fiction. That is what this new patent filed by IBM, which wants to “filter” our environment through augmented reality, makes us think.… Read More “IBM has patented a technology that Black Mirror has warned of”
Nvidia introduces Deep Learning supercomputers, promotes AI
Artificial intelligence was the central theme of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s opening speech at the GPU Technology Conference. His company vigorously promoted an AI future and unveiled the new DGX-2 supercomputer, which is designed to accelerate machine learning.… Read More “Nvidia introduces Deep Learning supercomputers, promotes AI”
Augmented Reality: iOS 11.3 is rolled out, brings ARKit 1.5 and new Emoji
Apple announces that iOS 11.3 will be rolled out to users starting today. The update includes version 1.5 of ARKit, which supports 2D image recognition and can now also use vertical surfaces such as walls and doors as a reference layer for digital extensions.… Read More “Augmented Reality: iOS 11.3 is rolled out, brings ARKit 1.5 and new Emoji”
Siren – Smart socks: These smart socks alert people with diabetes to injuries
Diabetic neuropathy is one of the most common complications of diabetes, affecting mainly the legs and feet. Skin lesions in these areas if not detected early can lead to ulcers or more severe consequences.… Read More “Siren – Smart socks: These smart socks alert people with diabetes to injuries”
Australia’s obstetricians are now training with virtual reality
With “Road to Birth,” the University of Newcastle in Australia is focusing on virtual reality and augmented reality to train its obstetrician students.… Read More “Australia’s obstetricians are now training with virtual reality”
Zara deploys augmented reality in its stores
Little by little, the big brands are getting involved in augmented reality. Zara, in turn, played the game by announcing the launch of an AR application in its stores from April 18.… Read More “Zara deploys augmented reality in its stores”
Nokia 5233 exploded and killed an 18-year-old girl
An unfortunate accident occurred in India, where 18-year-old Uma Oram died after her mobile phone Nokia 5233 exploded, trying to save the girl, but died as a result of numerous injuries.… Read More “Nokia 5233 exploded and killed an 18-year-old girl”