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health1 month ago•46 min saved

ADHD Handwriting Sparks Viral TikTok Debate

A BuzzFeed piece reports that ADHD handwriting is going viral after a TikTok teacher notes a student’s comment about her handwriting, suggesting ADHD traits. The clips show a range of pen grips, angled papers, and a mix of cursive and print, prompting viewers to share their own writing styles and discuss whether this is a genuine ADHD symptom or simply a personal habit. The trend has sparked broader conversations about neurodiversity and everyday writing challenges, including cramps and the push to “write the right way.”

via BuzzFeed|

#adhd #handwriting #health

tech1 month ago•36 min saved

Meta Ray-Ban Display adds gesture handwriting, video capture, and dev tools for all users

Meta is rolling out new features for the Meta Ray-Ban Display smart glasses, letting users write messages with hand gestures via the wristband across WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram, and native Android/iOS messaging; it also adds a 'display recording' feature to capture video combining what you see on the lens, the real world, and surrounding audio, expands walking directions nationwide and in major international cities, and opens up developer preview to deploy web apps to the glasses.

via The Verge|

#display-recording #handwriting #meta

technology2 months ago•99 min saved

Paper meets pen: ReMarkable Paper Pure rekindles my love of handwriting

Tom's Guide tests the ReMarkable Paper Pure, a 10.3-inch monochrome digital paper tablet priced at $399 (or $449 for the bundled kit). The author finds the handwriting experience surprisingly tactile and closer to writing with pen on paper than an iPad, thanks to a low 21 ms latency and the lack of a backlight, though it feels like a regression for keyboard users. It’s a distraction-free note tool with file transfer, AI handwriting cleanup, and calendar integration, but its lack of color and a web browser makes it more of a smart notepad than a full tablet.

via Tom's Guide|

#distraction-free #handwriting #latency

science2 months ago•7 min saved

Paper Calendars Boost Memory Encoding More Than Digital Scheduling

A University of Tokyo study finds handwriting on paper strengthens memory encoding and recall more than typing on tablets or smartphones, with MRI showing stronger hippocampal and related brain activity; the fixed spatial cues and tactile feel of paper appear to enhance learning and may influence creativity, even as digital tools offer convenience.

via The Daily Galaxy|

#digital-tools #handwriting #memory

education5 months ago•4 min saved

New Jersey Reinstates Cursive for 3rd–5th Graders

New Jersey will require third-, fourth-, and fifth-graders to learn cursive, taking effect for the next full school year after Gov. Murphy signed the bill on his last day in office. Proponents say handwriting improves memory, writing speed, and the ability to read historic documents, while critics question its relevance in a digital era. The move aligns New Jersey with about two dozen other states that have revived cursive mandates, and the article notes local enthusiasm as well as skepticism. The outgoing governor’s successor, Mikie Sherrill, will oversee implementation.

via The New York Times|

#cursive #education #handwriting

education2 years ago•5 min saved

"Regional and National Handwriting Contest Victories: Students Shine in Penmanship Competitions"

The Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest crowned its 2024 grand champions, highlighting a resurgence of interest in handwriting as California became the 22nd state to require cursive instruction in schools. Studies have shown that writing by hand benefits memory, cognitive development, and fine motor skills. Educators and researchers emphasize the importance of handwriting in early reading development and its impact on brain activity and memory. The contest winners expressed their love for handwriting, and lawmakers and educators agree on the significance of incorporating handwriting into the curriculum alongside technology.

via NBC News|

#bipartisan-support #cognitive-development #education

health2 years ago•5 min saved

"Eating Kimchi Daily: A Surprising Solution to Obesity Risk"

Dermatologists warn against tweens using upscale skincare products, suggesting a simple routine instead; writing by hand may improve learning by enhancing brain connections; moderate kimchi consumption is linked to a lower risk of obesity, but should be eaten in moderation due to high sodium levels; taking a walk in nature can improve attention and problem-solving abilities; driving after using cannabis, especially edibles, can impair safety and experts recommend waiting at least four hours before driving.

via Yahoo Life|

#cannabis #handwriting #health

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Can You Spot the Robot-Written Handwriting? AI Mimics Human Penmanship"

Scientists have developed an AI, called HWT, that can imitate human handwriting almost indistinguishably, raising concerns about potential fraud and fake documents. The AI was trained using handwriting samples from six different human writers and was preferred over other existing handwriting generation technologies by 81% of participants in a study. Unlike previous approaches using generative adversarial networks (GANs), the researchers used vision transformers to capture individual handwriting characteristics. The AI-created handwritten text could benefit people with disabilities and improve machine learning models' ability to process handwritten script. However, there are concerns about potential fraudulent use of this technology.

via Daily Mail|

#ai #artificial-intelligence #fraud

technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"Revolutionary Ballpoint Pen: Writing with Customizable LEDs"

Researchers at the McKelvey School of Engineering have developed ink pens that allow individuals to handwrite flexible, stretchable optoelectronic devices on various materials, including paper, textiles, rubber, plastics, and 3D objects. The pens use specially designed inks made of conductive polymers, metal nanowires, and perovskites to create multicolor LEDs and photodetectors. This innovative handwriting approach enables the creation of functional devices quickly, easily, and cheaply, opening up possibilities for personalized wearables, disposable electronics, and next-generation wearable electronics. The technology has potential applications in education, smart packaging, medical sensors, and more, and could democratize electronic manufacturing.

via Phys.org|

#ballpoint-pen #fabrication #handwriting

health3 years ago•3 min saved

Experts Reveal 5 Effective Health Hacks.

Experts suggest easy health hacks to improve sleep, reduce inflammation, increase immunity, and manage anxiety. Breathing through the nose generates nitric oxide, which helps relax the body, while writing by hand activates neural pathways in the brain that help us learn and remember more clearly. Choosing heat-stable saturated fats for cooking and organic extra virgin olive or avocado oil for salad dressing can help lessen inflammation. Exposure to sunlight helps produce vitamin D, which is great for the immune system. Shaking arms and hands for 30 seconds or tapping vigorously at the chest and breathing deeply can discharge anxiety and release pent-up tension.

via Best Life|

#anxiety #handwriting #health