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mental-health20 days ago•13 min saved

The Filter Loop: How Endless Instagram Scrolling Warps Body Image

A new study links prolonged Instagram use and heavy exposure to filters with a distorted body image, where people increasingly confuse others’ faces with their own, fueling dissatisfaction and potential mental-health risks. While not proving causation, researchers describe a possible digital erosion of identity and urge practical steps: set digital boundaries, limit screen time, cut back on filters, follow diverse real-body creators, and practice mindful digital detox.

via NDTV|

#body-image #filters #instagram

tech1 month ago•41 min saved

Camp Snap 2 Slims Down, Adds Filters and Transparent Retro Shells

Camp Snap 2 is 15% slimmer than the original screenless camera, keeps an 8MP JPEG sensor, bundles six built-in filters, adds five new transparent cases and four transparent colors, adds a 30.5mm lens thread for physical filters, a battery-saver sleep mode, Camp Lock for kid use, and a screw-secured memory card door, all for $69.95; the Camp Snap Pro remains 16MP.

via The Verge|

#cameras #camp-snap-2 #filters

gaming3 months ago•7 min saved

Arc Raiders Adds Live Map-Conditions Tracker to Help Plan Runs

Arc Raiders now features a live Map Conditions tracker on its site, showing current and upcoming map states and allowing filters by map (Buried City, Dam Battlegrounds, Spaceport, Stella Montis, The Blue Gate) and condition. The tool, accessible via About > map conditions, offers a handy planning aid for players, a welcome addition after the game's launch.

via Eurogamer|

#arc-raiders #embark-studios #filters

technology3 months ago•2 min saved

Amazon debuts getitfast to spotlight 1- and 3-hour delivery options

Amazon launches a getitfast page and new search filters to surface items eligible for 1-hour and 3-hour delivery, expanding availability to hundreds of cities and over 2,000 locations seven days a week. 1-hour delivery costs $9.99 for Prime members or $19.99 for non-members; 3-hour delivery costs $4.99 for Prime or $14.99 for non-members, while standard same-day remains free for Prime orders over $25 (or $12.99 for non-members). The rollout follows earlier 30-minute tests and a push to speed delivery via robots and new fulfillment centers, with potential impact on local businesses as it grows.

via The Verge|

#amazon #delivery #filters

technology3 months ago•11 min saved

Camp Snap Review: Style Over Substance for $70

The Camp Snap is a $70 pocket camera that leans into disposable-camera nostalgia with a screen-free, ultra-simple design; it offers a removable microSD card, a tiny monochrome LCD, and a PC-based filter system, but image quality is mediocre and it lacks wireless connectivity or on-device controls, making it more of a style play than a practical camera—easy to use but outclassed by pricier rivals like the Flashback.

via CNET|

#budget-camera #camp-snap #filters

photography5 months ago•4 min saved

OM System’s OM-3 Astro Brings Nebulas to Life with In-Camera Stacking

OM System unveils the OM-3 Astro, a nebula-focused variant of the OM-3 with an adjusted IR-cut filter that enables 100% transmission of Hα light for vivid nebulae, plus COLOR1/COLOR2 profiles tailored for astro and starry landscape work. It adds Starry Sky AF, Live Composite for in-camera light painting, Night Vision UI, and a 50MP in-camera High-Res composite created from 12 shots (usable on tripod/equatorial mounts). Two new body-mount filters—BMF-LPC01 light-pollution suppressor and BMF-SE01 soft filter—will work with OM-3 Astro and multiple OM bodies. Pricing is US $2,499.99 and CAD $2,999.99, with filters at US $339.99 and CAD $279.99, shipping in March (filters launching next month).

via PetaPixel|

#astrophotography #filters #high-res-composite

technology5 months ago•22 min saved

Gmail filter glitch floods inboxes as Google works on fix

Gmail users reported that automatic filters misclassified messages, flooding inboxes with clutter and triggering spam warnings; Google confirmed the issue and said it's actively working to resolve it, with reports of delayed messages and two-factor authentication hiccups.

via Engadget|

#filters #gmail #google

technology6 months ago•11 min saved

Inbox Mastery: 10 Gmail Hacks to Reclaim Your Day

Lifehacker shares 10 Gmail hacks to tame inbox chaos—unsubscribing from newsletters, using filters and advanced search to root out junk, marking important messages, deleting spam and trash, cleaning up space, turning emails into tasks, and even trying third‑party tools like SaneBox for deeper cleanup.

via Lifehacker|

#advanced-search #email-management #filters

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Engineers Pioneer 6G Wireless with Revolutionary RF Filter"

Penn Engineers have developed a revolutionary adjustable filter using yttrium iron garnet (YIG) that can prevent signal interference in higher-frequency bands, potentially enabling the next generation of wireless communications, including 6G. This new filter is significantly smaller and more power-efficient than previous models, making it suitable for mobile devices and capable of covering a broad frequency range from 3.4 GHz to 11.1 GHz.

via Tech Xplore|

#6g #electromagnetic-spectrum #filters

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"WhatsApp Introduces Time-Saving Chat Filters for Unread and Group Messages"

WhatsApp owner Meta is updating the chat app with inbox filters, introducing three filter buttons to help users keep track of conversations. The update, set to roll out in the coming weeks, aims to make it easier for people to stay organized and find important conversations. Despite its popularity, WhatsApp has faced struggles and criticism, including alleged hacks and usability issues. The move is part of Meta's efforts to make the messaging service more useful and user-friendly.

via CNET|

#filters #messaging-app #meta

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Google Meet Launches Desktop Face Touch-Up Filters for Enhanced Video Calls"

Google Meet is introducing face touch-up filters for its desktop web app, following the feature's initial launch on mobile last year. Users can choose from two filters, subtle and smoothing, to lightly touch up their complexion before meetings. The filters apply light effects such as complexion smoothing, under-eye lightening, and eye whitening, with the option to toggle Portrait touch-up on or off. The feature will be available to paid users on specific plans, and Google is catching up to competitors like Zoom and Microsoft Teams in offering face filters for video conferencing.

via The Verge|

#desktop #filters #google-meet

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Jennifer Love Hewitt Addresses Backlash and Aging in Hollywood

Jennifer Love Hewitt responded to criticism about her appearance by using filters on her Instagram posts, but even that backfired as people accused her of defending herself. In a recent interview, she discussed the challenges of aging in Hollywood and the constant scrutiny she faces. Hewitt acknowledged that no matter what she does, she can't please everyone, but emphasized the importance of caring about what people think while also not letting negative opinions dictate her self-worth.

via BuzzFeed|

#aging-in-hollywood #body-image #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Jennifer Love Hewitt Addresses Claims of Looking "Unrecognizable" and Opens Up About Aging in Hollywood

Jennifer Love Hewitt addressed claims that she looked "unrecognizable" in a photo, explaining that she had used a filter while getting her hair done and hadn't thought much of it. The photo quickly garnered attention on social media, with people criticizing her appearance. Hewitt responded by sharing more photos with exaggerated filters, but that also received backlash. She discussed the challenges of aging in Hollywood and the pressure to care about public opinion, stating that pretending not to care would be a lie.

via InStyle|

#aging-in-hollywood #entertainment #filters

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Jennifer Love Hewitt Opens Up About the Challenges of Aging in Hollywood

Jennifer Love Hewitt discusses the challenges of "aging in Hollywood" and the hate she received on social media after debuting a shorter haircut. The actress reveals that she feels she can do no right when it comes to aging in the public eye and shares her experience of using filters to combat negative comments. Hewitt acknowledges the pressure to care about public opinion in Hollywood and the difficulty of changing or getting older in the industry. Despite the criticism, fans defended her and praised her appearance.

via Page Six|

#aging-in-hollywood #entertainment #filters

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Jennifer Love Hewitt Opens Up About Aging and Unrecognizability in Hollywood

Jennifer Love Hewitt responded to claims that she looks "unrecognizable" by addressing the challenges of aging in Hollywood and the pressure to meet unrealistic beauty standards. She explained that she used a filter in a video without much thought, which led to criticism. Hewitt denied having a brow lift and clarified that the only procedure she had was microblading. The actress also acknowledged that while she tries to ignore trolls, their comments still affect her.

via USA TODAY|

#aging-in-hollywood #beauty-standards #entertainment