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technology8 hours ago•4 min saved

Google brings Motion Assist anti-nausea dots to Android Pixels via staged Play Services rollout

Google is rolling out Motion Assist, an anti-nausea feature that displays moving dots around the screen to reduce motion sickness, to Pixel phones running Android 17 via a staged Play Services rollout. The dots sync with vehicle motion, can be manually enabled or set to auto, and are customizable in shape, size, color, and opacity. So far it’s limited to Pixels and does not require a separate app update, with Google still clarifying broader availability.

via Ars Technica|

#android #google #motion-assist

technology27 days ago•13 min saved

Dots that ride shotgun: iPhone feature aims to curb motion sickness

A BBC piece explains iPhone’s Vehicle Motion Cues, an accessibility setting that overlays moving dots on screen edges to reflect vehicle motion and help users who suffer motion sickness. Experts discuss why visual motion feedback can aid balance, though effectiveness varies. The feature can be enabled in Settings > Accessibility > Motion > Vehicle Motion Cues, with options to adjust size and color and to activate automatically when motion is detected; Android counterparts are rumored to exist. The piece also notes broader concerns about screen time as devices integrate more into everyday life.

via BBC|

#accessibility #iphone #motion-sickness

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

Apple's Motion Dots Quiet Car Sickness on the Move

A Verge tester reports that Apple's Vehicle Motion Cues—moving dots around a device display that sync with a car's motion—dramatically reduce or eliminate motion sickness when using iPhone, iPad, or MacBook in a moving vehicle, with user-configurable options in iOS, iPadOS, and macOS; while effective, the dots can distract maps and text on long stretches, and can be toggled on/off or via Back Tap on supported devices.

via The Verge|

#accessibility #apple #ios-18

technology4 months ago•2 min saved

Samsung's Hearapy App Uses 100 Hz Sound to Fight Motion Sickness

Samsung launched Hearapy, a mobile app that streams a precise 100 Hz sine wave to the inner ear to stimulate the vestibular system, claiming about 60 seconds of listening can relieve motion sickness for up to two hours. The approach is based on Nagoya University research and may work with Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, though tests suggest it can function with other headphones as well; the app is available on Google Play.

via SamMobile|

#galaxy-buds-4-pro #hearapy #motion-sickness

healthcare7 months ago•8 min saved

Vanda Pharmaceuticals' NEREUS™ Gains FDA Approval for Motion Sickness Prevention

Vanda Pharmaceuticals received FDA approval for NEREUS (tradipitant), the first new drug in over 40 years for preventing motion sickness-induced vomiting, supported by robust clinical trial data showing significant efficacy and safety, marking a major advancement in treatment options for this condition affecting millions.

via PR Newswire|

#fda-approval #healthcare #motion-sickness

health-and-science10 months ago•2 min saved

Music That Reduces Motion Sickness by Half, Science Finds

A study found that soft and joyful music can significantly reduce motion sickness, with soft music decreasing symptoms by 56.7% and joyful music by 57.3%, offering a simple, non-invasive way to improve travel comfort.

via Yahoo|

#brain-activity #eeg #health-and-science

health11 months ago•4 min saved

Cheerful Music May Ease Motion Sickness, Study Finds

A study shows that listening to cheerful or soft music can significantly reduce car sickness symptoms, with joyful tunes decreasing nausea by over 57%, offering a non-invasive, low-cost relief method for motion sickness sufferers.

via Good News Network|

#car-sickness #eeg #happy-music

health11 months ago•2 min saved

Happy Music as a Surprising Remedy for Motion Sickness

A study suggests that listening to uplifting or soft music can reduce motion sickness symptoms, with joyful music decreasing nausea by 14%, while sad music may worsen it. The research, involving EEG monitoring, indicates that positive music might help alleviate discomfort during travel, though further studies are needed due to small sample size.

via ScienceAlert|

#eeg #health #motion-sickness

health-and-science11 months ago•4 min saved

Scientists Discover Simple Ways to Relieve Motion Sickness

Scientists have found that listening to upbeat or stirring music can significantly reduce car sickness symptoms by activating the brain's reward centers and providing distraction, while sad music may worsen nausea. The study suggests music as a low-cost, non-invasive way to alleviate motion sickness.

via The Times|

#brain-activity #car-sickness #distraction-techniques

health11 months ago•3 min saved

Happy Music May Ease Motion and Travel Sickness, Scientists Find

Scientists found that listening to soft and joyful music can significantly reduce motion sickness symptoms, with brain activity measurements supporting these findings, suggesting music as a non-invasive remedy for travel-related nausea.

via Gizmodo|

#brain-activity #eeg #health

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Apple's iOS 18: Transformative CarPlay Upgrades for Easier Phone Use"

Apple is introducing a new software feature called Vehicle Motion Cues to reduce motion sickness when using an iPhone or iPad in a moving vehicle, using animated dots to represent changes in vehicle motion. This is part of a larger release of accessibility features, including Eye Tracking, Music Haptics, Vocal Shortcuts, and Listen for Atypical Speech, aimed at enriching the user experience for all users.

via New York Post |

#accessibility #apple #iphone

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Apple Vision Pro Returns Surge Due to Headaches and Motion Sickness Complaints"

Apple fans are returning the Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset due to complaints of triggering headaches, motion sickness, and discomfort, with some users citing a lack of compelling content as a reason for returning the $3,499 device. Apple advises gradual use and taking regular breaks, while warning that the device may aggravate certain medical conditions.

via The US Sun|

#apple #apple-vision-pro #headaches

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Apple Vision Pro Headsets Prompt Returns Due to Severe Side Effects"

Customers who purchased the $3,500 Apple Vision Pro headset are returning the devices due to complaints of extreme headaches, eye strain, and motion sickness. Some users described the experience as "like a torture session" and reported being unable to wear the headset for more than a few minutes without discomfort. Despite the device's potential to revolutionize the tech industry, numerous customers have already returned their purchases to the Apple Store. Apple CEO Tim Cook first announced the mixed reality headset last June, touting its ability to seamlessly blend the real world with the digital world.

via New York Post |

#apple #headaches #headset

travel2 years ago•9 min saved

"In-Flight Illness: How to Handle Getting Sick on a Plane"

Getting sick on a plane can be challenging, but there are steps to alleviate the issue. Doctors recommend avoiding screens, staying hydrated, eating small amounts of bland food, carrying extra medication, and informing flight attendants if feeling unwell. It's important to watch out for blood clots, avoid flying while sick if possible, and make contingency plans.

via HuffPost|

#airplane-travel #dehydration #health-tips

health2 years ago•3 min saved

"Expert Opinion: Does Smelling Lemon Juice Really Help with Motion Sickness? TikTok Video Goes Viral"

A TikTok video of a woman using lemon juice to alleviate motion sickness has gone viral, prompting a doctor to weigh in on the effectiveness of the remedy. Dr. Joseph Salhab, a gastroenterologist, explains that inhaling an aroma, such as lemon, can trigger a relaxation or soothing effect on the stomach. Research has also shown that aromatherapy, particularly lemon essential oil, is commonly used to relieve nausea and vomiting, with 40% of pregnant women finding it effective. Other alternatives suggested include peppermint and ginger oil, which can be inhaled or applied topically for relief from motion sickness.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#aromatherapy #health #lemon-juice