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We Consulted Fitness Experts to Learn the Truth About Vibration Plates for Weight Loss

Step aside mom jeans, scrunchies and denim on denim, there's another trend making a comeback. Vibration plates are trending once again. Similar to the mid-20th-century vibrating belt machines, vibration plates have been said to provide the body with various benefits and can even be a tool for weight loss. But is the hype backed by science and expert opinions, or is it all social media hearsay? To find out if you should add a vibration plate to your workout routine, we asked personal trainers an

How Android phones became an earthquake warning system

If you're the owner of an Android phone and live in a seismically active region, there's a chance your phone has popped up an unusual warning. Not one that asks for permission to share personal information, or potential malware, but something far more serious: There's an earthquake nearby, and you have up to a minute or two to get to a safer location. Starting in the US in 2020 and expanding internationally since, the system is called Android Earthquake Alert (AEA), and it's on by default in mo

You should stop putting your phone face up on the table - here's why

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET A friend of mine recently told me, "I always keep my phone on silent mode… which doesn't matter because I compulsively look at it every three minutes anyway." He's not the only one. From becoming a text addict to having full-blown smartphone dependency, the urge to look at and interact with our "flat things" has been deeply ingrained into our collective behavior for some time now. Also: I ditched my phone for this E Ink handset for two weeks - here's my buying advice now

Can You Lose Weight and Gain Strength on a Vibration Plate? We Consulted Fitness Experts

Vibration plates are making a comeback. Similar to the mid-20th-century vibrating belt machines, vibration plates have been said to provide the body with various benefits and can even be a tool for weight loss. But is the hype actually backed by science and expert opinions, or is it all social media hearsay? To find out if you should add a vibration plate to your workout routine, we asked personal trainers and other fitness experts about the actual benefits, risks, how to use a vibration plate

New Prime Day Deals Updated Live—183 Handpicked & Trusted Deals

The year's tippy top Prime Day deal has arrived at my house. That is, of course, the double cassette remix edition of Charli XCX's Brat, called Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat for just $16. The Amazon delivery driver just dropped it off and it is not completely different but it is still Brat. And because I live in the Boonies* of Missouri it's still Brat Summer here and might be for another two or three years. *Yesterday, the WIRED Reviews team was surprised to learn tha

Can Whole Body Vibration Plates Actually Help You Lose Weight? We Asked Fitness Experts

Many wellness trends have come and gone over the years, but one is currently having a resurgence. You may remember the vibrating belt machines from the mid-20th century that were promoted as weight loss aids. These vibration plates are once again popping up on social media and in the fitness community, but are they just a gimmick or do they really promote weight loss? Some claim they are an excellent alternative workout method with several health benefits. However, researchers continue to study

Robinhood expands its global push, minutes from crypto chief's old cramped apartment in Cannes

CANNES — Fifteen years after flipping burgers at a McDonald 's and teaching himself to code at night in a cramped apartment near the French Riviera, Robinhood crypto chief Johann Kerbrat is back. The last time he lived around Cannes, he was 21 — with no connections, no funding, and no formal business training. But he had a knack for programming and a drive to solve real-world problems. Kerbrat, who is now senior vice president and crypto GM at Robinhood, quit his job just before starting unive

Stop putting your phone face up on the table - here's why

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET A friend of mine recently told me, "I always keep my phone on silent mode… which doesn't matter because I compulsively look at it every three minutes anyway." He's not the only one. From becoming a text addict to having full-blown smartphone dependency, the urge to look at and interact with our "flat things" has been deeply ingrained into our collective behavior for some time now. Also: I ditched my phone for this E Ink handset for two weeks - here's my buying advice now

Why I always put my phone face down on a table - and it's not just about being polite

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET A friend of mine recently told me, "I always keep my phone on silent mode… which doesn't matter because I compulsively look at it every three minutes anyway." He's not the only one. From becoming a text addict to having full-blown smartphone dependency, the urge to look at and interact with our "flat things" has been deeply ingrained into our collective behavior for some time now. Also: Best early Prime Day deals 2025: 30+ sales on tech products live now Monitoring your p

Why you should always put your phone face down on a table (hint: it's not just about being polite)

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET A friend of mine recently told me, "I always keep my phone on silent mode… which doesn't matter because I compulsively look at it every three minutes anyway." He's not the only one. From becoming a text addict to having full-blown smartphone dependency, the urge to look at and interact with our "flat things" has been deeply ingrained into our collective behavior for some time now. Also: Best early Prime Day deals 2025: 30+ sales on tech products live now Monitoring your p

The Kiwi Ears Étude deliver tactile bass with vibration-powered IEM tech

Paul Jones / Android Authority TL;DR The Kiwi Ears Étude in-ear monitor (IEM) introduces Kiwi Vibration Transducer (KVT) tech for tactile low-end immersion. The IEMs combine 10mm beryllium-plated dynamic drivers with three balanced armatures. The Étude are on sale now for $119 at Amazon, Linsoul, and other retailers. Kiwi Ears recently unveiled the Étude, a pair of high-end in-ear monitors (IEMs) that the brand promises can deliver exceptional bass response via the brand’s all-new Kiwi Vibra

Do Whole Body Vibration Plates Actually Promote Weight Loss? We Asked Fitness Experts

Countless weight loss and fitness trends have come and gone over the years, from gimmicky products that provided minimal results to science-backed health tools that genuinely worked. You may remember the vibrating belt machines from the mid-20th century that were promoted as weight loss aids. Trends often cycle back around, so it's relatively unsurprising that vibration plates are re-emerging as the latest fitness trend once again. Some claim they are an excellent alternative workout method with

The latest Android 16 QPR1 beta finally organizes Android’s messy sound settings

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is cleaning up Android’s “Sound & vibration” settings page in the upcoming Android 16 QPR1 update. Instead of one long list, the new layout groups settings into distinct categories like “sound patterns” and “Audio.” The volume sliders also get a modern design, while other options are relocated to make the page feel less cluttered. After more than 16 years of development, the Android OS is packed with features. If they weren’t organized, navigat