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health1 month ago•5 min saved

Snooze Dilemma: When Hitting Snooze Helps or Hurts Sleep

A global six‑month study tracked more than 21,000 adults and found snoozing is common (about 2.4 extra alarms per morning); the health impact is mixed: some data suggest snoozing can reduce morning grogginess for well‑rested individuals, but it may disrupt sleep schedules and REM sleep, and evidence that a few extra minutes affect next‑day performance is limited. If snoozing masks underlying sleep problems, focus on sleep hygiene and maintaining a consistent wake time, and consult a clinician to address root causes if sleep issues persist.

via The New York Times|

#alarm #circadian-rhythm #health

technology2 months ago•1 min saved

How I Removed the iPhone Alarm Slider

The article explains how to remove the new alarm slider introduced in iOS 26.1 by enabling the 'Prefer Single-Touch Actions' toggle in Accessibility settings, allowing users to stop alarms with a tap instead of the slider, which can be more convenient and less frustrating.

via CNET|

#accessibility #alarm #ios261

health1 year ago•0 min saved

The Science Behind Waking Up Naturally for Better Sleep

A neurologist explains that waking up naturally, rather than with an alarm, can lead to feeling more rested because it allows the body to complete its natural sleep cycles. This process helps ensure that you wake up during a lighter stage of sleep, which can make you feel more refreshed and alert.

via The Conversation|

#alarm #health #neurology

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

Unexplained iPhone glitch triggers daily alarm at 9:25am, sparking fear and confusion

A British TikToker named Angele Sofia is experiencing a bizarre iPhone glitch where an alarm goes off at 9:25 am every morning, despite her not having scheduled it. She has posted videos seeking help on TikTok, with various users suggesting fixes such as checking the Health app or deleting certain apps, but none of them have resolved the issue. Ms. Sofia is now considering retiring her phone and has reached out to Apple for assistance.

via Daily Mail|

#alarm #apple #iphone-glitch

politics2 years ago•0 min saved

Biden's Polling Numbers Raise Concerns for Democrats

Weak polling numbers for Joe Biden have raised concerns among Democrats, prompting alarm within the party.

via Financial Times|

#alarm #democrats #joe-biden

international-relations2 years ago

Uncertainty looms over US military aid to Ukraine

Concerns are rising in Washington over the future of US military aid to Ukraine, as the Biden administration faces pressure to take a tougher stance against Russia. The alarm stems from fears that a reduction or withdrawal of military assistance could leave Ukraine vulnerable to Russian aggression, particularly in light of recent escalations along the Ukrainian border. The issue has sparked debates within the US government, with some advocating for increased support to Ukraine while others argue for a more cautious approach.

via Financial Times|

#alarm #future #international-relations

business2 years ago•0 min saved

Trust Company's Missed Payments Raise Concerns Among Chinese Investors

Chinese investors are growing increasingly concerned after a trust company, China Credit Trust, missed payments on its wealth management products, raising fears about the stability of the country's financial system. The incident highlights the risks associated with China's shadow banking sector, which has seen rapid growth in recent years.

via Financial Times|

#alarm #business #chinese-investors

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Never Oversleep Again with This iPhone Alarm Trick"

A trick using the Shortcuts app on iPhones allows users to set up an automation that creates a backup alarm in case the wake-up alarm is turned off instead of snoozed. By following a few simple steps in the Shortcuts app, users can ensure that a secondary alarm is automatically set for a specific time, providing a backup option if the initial alarm is accidentally turned off. This automation can be customized to repeat on specific days of the week and can be deactivated manually if necessary.

via BGR|

#alarm #automation #iphone

climate-change2 years ago•0 min saved

Unprecedented Global Heatwave Breaks Records

Scientists are alarmed by the increasing number of global heat records being broken, highlighting the urgency of the climate crisis. Rising temperatures are a clear indication of the ongoing climate change, and the trend is expected to continue unless significant action is taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

via Financial Times|

#alarm #climate-change #climate-crisis

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Rising Kia and Hyundai car thefts continue in multiple US cities.

Vehicle theft rates have increased by 17% since 2019, with a car being stolen every 39 seconds in the US. Car theft is common for three primary reasons: stripping car parts for resale, reselling the car as a legitimate vehicle, and committing another crime using the vehicle. To prevent car theft, lock doors and roll up windows, hide valuable items, park in lit areas, know what's in the vehicle, and install an alarm. The countries with the highest vehicle theft rates in 2020 were New Zealand, Uruguay, Sweden, Canada, and Australia.

via Detroit Free Press|

#alarm #car-theft #crime

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Pixies Apologize for Disrupting Google Pixel Alarms with Hit Song

Google Assistant's Quick Phrases feature, which allows users to end an alarm early by saying "stop," has been found to be triggered by the Pixies' song "Where Is My Mind?" due to a section where the lead singer says "stop." Other songs with the word "stop" don't seem to trigger the feature in the same way. The Pixies apologized for the issue on their official Twitter account.

via Engadget|

#alarm #google-assistant #pixies

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Pixies' Song "Where Is My Mind?" Causes Alarm Cancellation on Google Assistant

The Pixies' song "Where Is My Mind?" is causing problems for Google Assistant alarms on Pixel phones, as the word "stop" in the song is being mistaken for a command to turn off the alarm. Android Police and Redditors were unable to replicate the phenomenon with other songs featuring the word "stop." The Pixies apologized for the issue on Twitter.

via Stereogum|

#alarm #assistant #google

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Google Pixel introduces Adaptive Charging with battery status notification.

Google's Pixel Adaptive Charging feature, which helps preserve long-term battery life by not reaching a 100% charge until you wake up, may no longer require an alarm to work. Previously, users had to manually set an alarm for the feature to activate, but now it appears to be working automatically based on when the user starts using their device in the morning. This could allow for more flexibility for users with different sleep schedules or those who don't use their Pixel for alarms. Google has yet to update its support documentation to reflect this change.

via 9to5Google|

#adaptive-charging #alarm #battery-life

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Apple's Latest Updates: Improved Alarms, Voice Isolation, and Automatic Video Dimming"

The upcoming watchOS 9.4 update for Apple Watch will prevent users from accidentally silencing their alarm while sleeping. The update will disable the "Cover to Mute" gesture for wake-up alarms set in Sleep Focus mode, ensuring that the alarm will not be silenced unintentionally if the user's hand covers the display for three seconds. The update is expected to be released publicly next week.

via MacRumors|

#alarm #apple-watch #sleep-focus-mode

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Pixel Watch update fixes late alarms and adds new safety features.

Google has acknowledged the issue of late alarms on the Pixel Watch and has attributed it to the power-saving "Doze" functionality. The fix for the issue will be included in the March 2023 update for the Pixel Watch, which will take a week or two to roll out. Additionally, an update for the clock app will be released via the Play Store "in the coming weeks." The update will also bring minor changes and the previously announced Fall Detection feature to the watch.

via Ars Technica|

#alarm #google #pixel-watch