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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2766: Pedometers

Posted on March 24, 2022 · Episode: 2766 Do Wrist Mounted Pedometers Really Work? Today, an investigation.

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Posted on July 31, 2020 · Houstonians are turning to online gaming during the pandemic to stay connected and go on virtual adventures.

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Apple Aims To Help Parents Crack Down On Kids’ iPhone Use

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Posted on June 4, 2018 · Apple will allow users to get reports on how much their kids are using particular apps on their iPhones and iPads. The announcement follows pressure from shareholders about the overuse of technology.

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Apple Apologizes For Slowdowns, Lops $50 Off Battery Replacement Cost

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Posted on December 29, 2017 · "We know that some of you feel Apple has let you down. We apologize," the company said in announcing a plan to help customers speed up their older iPhones

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Apple Says It Slows Older iPhones To Save Their Battery Life

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Posted on December 21, 2017 · Apple is responding to owners of older phones who have increasingly said they notice slower performance after they upgrade their device's software

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