Tuesday
Mar192024

8 Canadian standout students selected for prestigious Regeneron ISEF 2024

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Youth Science Canada has announced the names of eight exceptional high school students chosen to represent Canada at the 2024 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). Happening from May 11-17 in Los Angeles, ISEF is the world's premier competition for youth STEM projects.

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Tuesday
Mar192024

At a Glance cuts ties with Google Assistant

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In a surprising move, the ever-present At a Glance widget on Android devices is shedding its Google Assistant branding. Previously known as "Assistant at a Glance," the widget has undergone a silent rebranding.

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Tuesday
Mar192024

Kenko Tokina Pieni M: A tiny digital camera for big nostalgia

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These days, young people have been using digital cameras instead of smartphones to take photos, making it seem like the trend of "everything old is new again" applies to tech, too. So we aren't surprised to see products like the Pieni M, a tiny but fully functional digital camera by Kenko Tokina. Pieni, meaning "small" in Finnish, lives up to its name. Despite its size, it takes photos and videos, offers a watercolour effect for your pictures, and has various filters. It even has a small LCD screen for previewing and a USB port and microSD support for transfer.

While the image quality might not rival smartphones, the Pieni M is perfect for those seeking a nostalgic aesthetic. It's small enough to hold between two fingers and has a strap for easy carrying. Available in black and grayish blue, it caters to fans of unique photography gadgets. The Kenko Tokina Pieni M retails online for around €48 (roughly CA$71).

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Tuesday
Mar192024

YouTube Music gains long-awaited Hum to Search feature

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Great news for music lovers who struggle to recall song titles! YouTube Music is finally rolling out the "Hum to Search" functionality, similar to the one available in the main YouTube app since October. This feature utilizes artificial intelligence to recognize melodies you hum, sing, or play on another device. On Android, you'll find a dedicated "Song" button next to the search bar for quick access, while iOS users might already have the feature through an earlier update.

While it doesn't automatically save identified songs to a playlist like Spotify, finding that catchy tune you can't remember is now a breeze. This addition brings YouTube Music more in line with its predecessor, Google Play Music, and offers a convenient way to discover music.

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