How augmented reality is used in hip replacement surgery
Marcin Samek is thought to be the first person in the New York area to undergo a total hip replacement operation that used augmented reality technology.
Marcin Samek is thought to be the first person in the New York area to undergo a total hip replacement operation that used augmented reality technology.
How robots help older New Yorkers fight social isolation
Many older Americans deal with loneliness and social isolation. New York has partnered with a robotics company to place an interactive "robot" named ElliQ in the homes of about 800 senior citizens. So what does ElliQ do?
Many older Americans deal with loneliness and social isolation. New York has partnered with a robotics company to place an interactive "robot" named ElliQ in the homes of about 800 senior citizens. So what does ElliQ do?
Facebook, Instagram to reveal details on how ads target users
Meta will publicly share information about demographics and money spent on ads created to target people in states posted on their social media platforms.
Meta will publicly share information about demographics and money spent on ads created to target people in states posted on their social media platforms.
Last NYC public payphone removed
The last public payphone in New York City was removed on Monday. The bank of two phones was on 7th Avenue and 50th Street in Midtown Manhattan.
The last public payphone in New York City was removed on Monday. The bank of two phones was on 7th Avenue and 50th Street in Midtown Manhattan.
Texas parents sue Apple over AirPods, alleging Amber Alert damaged son’s hearing
The Amber Alert came across the AirPods so loud that it ripped open the boy's ear drum, causing permanent hearing loss, the lawsuit states.
The Amber Alert came across the AirPods so loud that it ripped open the boy's ear drum, causing permanent hearing loss, the lawsuit states.
New program offers free internet service to 48 million households; see if you qualify
About 40% of Americans qualify for free internet service under a new program launched by the Biden administration. Here's who qualifies.
About 40% of Americans qualify for free internet service under a new program launched by the Biden administration. Here's who qualifies.
Biden: South Korean computer chip plant a model for deeper ties to Asia
President Joe Biden opened a trip to Asia on Friday by touring a South Korean computer chip factory that will be the model for a semiconductor factory in Texas.
President Joe Biden opened a trip to Asia on Friday by touring a South Korean computer chip factory that will be the model for a semiconductor factory in Texas.
Buffalo shooting livestream yanked in under 2 minutes, Twitch says - but critics say not fast enough
Even though Twitch said it pulled the Buffalo shooting video in under two minutes, other versions still spread quickly to other platforms - and they don't always disappear quickly.
Even though Twitch said it pulled the Buffalo shooting video in under two minutes, other versions still spread quickly to other platforms - and they don't always disappear quickly.
Google launches 10 shade skin tone palette to promote 'image equity'
Google says people previously felt 'lumped in' to certain racial categories
Google says people previously felt 'lumped in' to certain racial categories
AI surveillance cameras now being used to detect potential threats
A NYC company is using Artificial Intelligence to instantly allow security cameras to detect weapons and other threats. Thousands are now in use.
A NYC company is using Artificial Intelligence to instantly allow security cameras to detect weapons and other threats. Thousands are now in use.
Using artificial intelligence to detect guns
A Manhattan company is using AI to help security cameras to quickly alert people to possible threats.
A Manhattan company is using AI to help security cameras to quickly alert people to possible threats.
US Navy unveils first ever undersea ‘Orca’ drone
The military vehicle was showcased in a social media post by the Navy’s Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA).
The military vehicle was showcased in a social media post by the Navy’s Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA).
The end of iPods: What you should know as Apple discontinues the iconic line of music players
It was a product that some say helped revive Apple's fortunes, and now, over 20 years since its launch, officials with Apple have discontinued the last product that carries the 'iPod' moniker. Here's what you should know about the once-iconic music player.
It was a product that some say helped revive Apple's fortunes, and now, over 20 years since its launch, officials with Apple have discontinued the last product that carries the 'iPod' moniker. Here's what you should know about the once-iconic music player.
Lithium-ion batteries can be a fire hazard; here are some safety tips
The FDNY said a number of fires have started because of faulty lithium-ion or other rechargeable batteries in an e-bike, e-scooter, and other electronic devices such as phones, tablets, and robotic vacuum cleaners. Here are some safety tips.
The FDNY said a number of fires have started because of faulty lithium-ion or other rechargeable batteries in an e-bike, e-scooter, and other electronic devices such as phones, tablets, and robotic vacuum cleaners. Here are some safety tips.
Elon Musk would reverse Trump Twitter ban, calling it morally wrong
Elon Musk said he would overturn former President Donald Trump's ban from Twitter if his purchase of the company is successful.
Elon Musk said he would overturn former President Donald Trump's ban from Twitter if his purchase of the company is successful.
20 internet providers agree to discount service for low-income Americans
The new program could effectively make millions of households eligible for free internet service through an already existing federal subsidy.
The new program could effectively make millions of households eligible for free internet service through an already existing federal subsidy.
Apple, Google, Microsoft announce support for passwordless sign-ins
Forget passwords. A new, faster and more secure sign-in method is expected to be available across major tech platforms over the course of the coming year.
Forget passwords. A new, faster and more secure sign-in method is expected to be available across major tech platforms over the course of the coming year.
Judge rejects Trump lawsuit challenging ban from Twitter
U.S. District Judge James Donato said Friday that Donald Trump failed to show Twitter violated his First Amendment right to free speech.
U.S. District Judge James Donato said Friday that Donald Trump failed to show Twitter violated his First Amendment right to free speech.
Ms. Pac-Man, Dance Dance Revolution inducted into World Video Game Hall of Fame
The World Video Game Hall of Fame has inducted four more games for their popularity and influence on the industry over time.
The World Video Game Hall of Fame has inducted four more games for their popularity and influence on the industry over time.
Password Safety: Expert provides tips for people on World Password Day; here's what to know
As more and more people utilize the internet for various services, it also means the importance of having a secure password is higher than ever, lest someone falls victim to an account breach. Here's what people can do to secure their online accounts.
As more and more people utilize the internet for various services, it also means the importance of having a secure password is higher than ever, lest someone falls victim to an account breach. Here's what people can do to secure their online accounts.