Technology

Test program that would lock up students' phones at school advances in Pa. Senate's education committee

Parents who want to reduce their kids' screen time should start by reducing theirs, study finds

parents kids screen time

ShopRite to bring scan-as-you-go smart carts to some Philly region stores

ShopRite Smart Carts

Here's how to protect phones, laptops and cars from damage in extreme heat

Electronics heat Unsplash

Navigating Without Nuisance: The Role of Popup Blockers

A lap top with a pop up blocker

What Are Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS) Tools?

A visual of a hacker on a computer

TSA tests handheld language translation devices at Philadelphia airport

TSA Translation Devices

The Navy Yard's self-driving shuttle is ready to begin transporting riders

Navy Yard Shuttle

How to Cut Expenses and Game More Affordably

Child playing a video game online

Can a mobile app help people tackle substance abuse? This Conshohocken company believes so

Substance Abuse App

Navigating Cyberattacks and the Power of AI-Driven Cybersecurity Solutions

Pixabay illustration showing of cybersecurity with globe and lock

Cybersecurity 101: Safeguarding Your Digital Life From Cyber Shadows

Cybersecurity text image

Artificial intelligence in health care needs more regulation, WHO says

Pennsylvania to be first state to test ways ChatGPT can help state employees do their jobs

pennsylvania chatgpt

Mammography AI can cost patients extra. Is it worth it?

Mammogram AI Software

How Technology is Reshaping the Workplace

Photo Of People Doing Handshakes

Redefining Communication - Timekettle WT2 Edge Translator Earbuds

Timekettle WT2 Edge Translator Earbuds - Main

Millions of Comcast's Xfinity customers told to reset their passwords following data breach

Cyberattack on Hershey Company left hackers with access to personal data

New TikTok feature allows users to save songs directly to Spotify, Apple Music

tiktok add music app

Apple's new MacBook Pro, iMac models use its most powerful computer chips yet

apple imac

Philly musician says 'everyone should be concerned' about sale, layoffs at indie platform Bandcamp

Bandcamp Layoffs

New Jersey woman sues Tinder for allegedly letting scammers use her photos

Tinder Lawsuit New Jersey

Privacy advocates say the Phillies' facial recognition entrance puts their fans' data at risk

Phillies Facial Recognition

TikTok's new Shop feature lets users buy and sell products directly through the app

Apple's iPhone 15 uses a new charger, has an upgraded camera and can help people get roadside assistance

Apple iPhone 15

Artificial intelligence may influence whether you can get pain medication

Pain Medication AI

Hackers in ransomware attack on Philly-area hospitals post patient data for sale on dark web

Delaware County Memorial Hospital

Phillies fans can now use facial recognition to enter Citizens Bank Park

Phillies Facial Recognition

Comcast creates new backup router that keeps internet connected during power outages

Comcast Backup Router

Jefferson Health warns Cherry Hill hospital patients of potential data breach

Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital

Snapchat's AI chatbot made a mysterious post and users are creeped out

New Temple University safety app allows students to contact police with one tap

Temple Safety App

A wearable device may one day help women detect breast cancer early – and at home

Breast Cancer Screening Bra

Some city services, including Philly 311, disrupted by network, internet issues

Philly Network Outage

Fintech Revolution: Transforming the Traditional Banking Landscape

FinTech Charts on a Laptop

Smart tattoos could be the next wearable health technology

Smart Tattoos

Philly's new airport security wait-time tracker eases travel stress with real-time data

How Philly is using Threads, the new social media app from Meta

TikTok unveils new music streaming service, top songs charts

tiktok music

New Live Nation app pairs music with meditation

live nation app

Threads, Meta's new social media app, aims to rival Twitter

Over $1 billion of federal funding will expand broadband internet access in Pa.

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