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wellness
Technology Therabody's $400 CryoTherm Palm Cools Hands to Boost Athletic Performance
Therabody has launched the CryoTherm Palm, a $399.99 recovery device that cools the hands to delay fatigue and maintain grip strength. The product, tested by University of Southern California soccer players, resulted in 58 percent more reps in final sets. It offers three levels of cold and heat therapy, plus contrast mode, with a 120-minute battery life.
Technology Why Enterprise Tech Leaders Should Care About AirPods and Pacemaker Interference
A 2022 study found that magnetic fields from Apple AirPods and other consumer electronics can trigger magnet-safe mode in cardiovascular implants, potentially preventing detection of heart irregularities. Cardiologists advise keeping devices at least six inches from implants, a consideration for enterprise device procurement and workplace safety policies.
Technology Samsung XR meditation demo eases blood donation stress, sparks everyday app idea
Samsung employees in South Korea tested immersive meditation using the Samsung Galaxy XR headset while giving blood, a program set to expand globally. The author suggests three additional XR applications: gamifying exercise, encouraging reading with eye-tracking, and making chores fun. The demo will also appear at Augmented World Expo in Long Beach.