#Mobile devices

[allthecanadianpolitics]

Calgary's public and Catholic school boards have revealed new rules banning the use of cellphones, tablets, laptops and smartwatches in classes, aligning with a ministerial order from the province to prevent distractions from learning. The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) unveiled its approach to regulating personal mobile devices on Tuesday. Calgary Catholic School District (CCSD) chief superintendent Bryan Szumlas informed parents of its new rules in an email on Friday. The rules cover use of personal mobile devices as well as devices capable of communicating with them like headphones or Bluetooth speakers. [...] Students in kindergarten to Grade 6 in both school districts will not be allowed to use any personal mobile device while at school, with exceptions made in certain circumstances for health or medical reasons, or specialized learning needs.

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[novelties-and-notions]

Accessibility

To the Anonymous of the Lil Pics:

If it is not too much trouble, could you – or anyone else reading this – kindly confirm whether the "lil pics" at the bottoms of the posts are now displaying in an acceptable way on your mobile device(s)?

As they are only avatars it is not necessary to see them in detail. They simply identify the author of each post. But they should display neatly at a small size.

We have done such testing as we can here at Novelties and Notions headquarters, and they look OK here, but may not display correctly on other devices – or you may perhaps still find them irritating.

Your assistance and feedback are greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

[thelaundrybitch]

How To - Tumblr Community Labels: Mobile Device

Hey Friends!

I decided to make a standalone instructional for Mobile Devices; hopefully, it will be less confusing this way.

Please don't steal my hard work or pictures, but absolutely REBLOG to help fellow Tumblrinas!

First, you will need to go to your own page by clicking on the *person* icon on your options bar:

Next go to the *Settings* Icon:

That should bring up these options:

Click on ACCOUNT SETTINGS.

Once your Account pops up, the first thing you want to do is scroll down and check out your birthday settings!

*Fun fact! If you don't have your year set or if you are underage, Tumblr automatically blocks certain content.*

Click on BIRTHDAY and make sure your birthday and YEAR are both correct.

Once you've made sure your birthday and year are in there, keep scrolling!

You are looking for CONTENT YOU SEE.

Once you click on it, you come to the COMMUNITY LABELS options:

You need to click into each one of these categories to set them to your own preferences.

Please read through these CAREFULLY! And choose what is best FOR YOU!

You are responsible for the content you want to see and read!

Now, unfortunately, there is no option to opt-out of the:

"Hide additional potentially mature content"

This is only available through a laptop or PC.

💻🖥️

Again, when going through these options, please choose what is best FOR YOU.

And remember! If you don't like the content you are seeing coming across your dashboard, you can always change your settings.

Please be responsible, choose wisely, and keep yourself and everyone else safe while rummaging through all the fantastic content on this Hellsite (affectionate).

As always, please reach out if you have questions or need assistance!💕

theLaundryBitch 💙💜

Love to you all!

[aozorawireless-iriscchen]

Look, Santa Claus is on his way~

Countdown to Christmas: 5 days Kindly reminder: there are only 5 days for Christmas Eve. Have prepared the gifts for your loved ones ?

AOZORA Wireless accompanies with you for welcoming the New Year~

[jcmarchi]

Immortality's Unsettling Mystery Comes To PlayStation 5 This Month

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Immortality's Unsettling Mystery Comes To PlayStation 5 This Month

Sam Barlow’s acclaimed interactive cinematic mystery game Immortality is making its way to PlayStation 5 on January 23. The game first arrived on Xbox Series X/S and PC in August 2022.

Like Barlow’s previous works, Her Story and Telling Lies, Immortality sees players interacting with live-action footage to solve the mystery behind the disappearance of fictional actress Marissa Marcel (Manon Gage). Once a promising young star, Marcel only made three movies – none of which were ever released – before she vanished. 

Learning what happened to Marcel involves searching out dozens of clips of each film’s behind-the-scenes footage, scrubbing them for clues, and finding related videos using the ability to “match cut.” This mechanic allows players to click on elements within a scene (like a person or object) to uncover new clips featuring that selected element. The PS5 version enhances these mechanics with new haptic feedback and controller speaker features.

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Immortality’s unsettling atmosphere, inventive mechanics, and strong storytelling earned it a place on Game Informer’s Top 10 Games of 2022. Immortality is also available now on Xbox Series X/S, PC, and mobile devices via Netflix. 

[jolikmc-thoughts]

So. I uninstalled and reinstalled Google Chrome on my mobile device. And... all of my logins, Bookmarks, and everything are completely gone. Absolutely and totally erased without a god damn trace.

Thanks, Google. Appreciate that.

[myinstafollow]

Unveiling the Ultimate Camera Duel: iPhone 15 Pro Max vs. Samsung S23 Ultra

Hey there, photography enthusiasts! 📸 Looking to upgrade your smartphone for an enhanced photography experience? 🌟 Look no further! We've got an exhilarating camera showdown for you, pitting two heavyweights against each other: the iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Samsung S23 Ultra. 💥

Our tech experts have meticulously tested these powerhouses, delving into their lens capabilities, sensor performance, and groundbreaking features. 🚀 Join us on this thrilling journey as we dissect every pixel, every detail, and every innovation that these devices bring to the table. 📱💡

From the intricate details of portrait mode to the awe-inspiring night photography, we leave no stone unturned in this comprehensive analysis. 🌙✨ Discover how these smartphones redefine the boundaries of mobile photography and elevate your shooting experiences to unprecedented heights.

So, are you Team iPhone 15 Pro Max or Team Samsung S23 Ultra? 🤔 Dive into our in-depth comparison and make an informed decision that aligns perfectly with your photographic aspirations. 🔍

Click here to read the full article: Camera Showdown: iPhone 15 Pro Max vs. Samsung S23 Ultra

[pingworldusa]

Apple iPhone 15: everything we know, from features to design

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[vivaciouscynner]

Before I think of the ramifications, I can only think of good things coming out of the EU decision to force mobile manufacturers to allow users to access the rechargeable battery from the phone by 2027.

Look, if we're worried about dropping the phone into a pool of water, let me try to calm things down by telling you that if my vibe can be waterproof, so can my far more annoying vibe that has wifi and a display screen.

Look, in all seriousness, the more control given to the end user, the better, just as long as there's ample customer support for those products.

[trapangeles]

Revolutionizing Rap Marketing: How QR Codes Are Transforming the Music Industry

QR code marketing is a powerful tool that can be used to promote music for rap artists. QR codes are a type of two-dimensional barcode that can be scanned using a smartphone camera. When scanned, the code will take the user to a specific webpage, such as a music video or artist website. Here are some ways QR codes can be used to promote music for rap artists:

On flyers and posters: QR codes can be printed on flyers and posters promoting an artist's music. When someone scans the code, they can be taken directly to the artist's music video or website to learn more about the artist and their music.

On merchandise: QR codes can be printed on merchandise such as t-shirts and hats. Fans can scan the code to be taken to the artist's music video or website to purchase music or learn more about upcoming shows.

In-store promotions: QR codes can be used to promote an artist's music in-store. Stores can place QR codes near the checkout or on in-store displays. When someone scans the code, they can be taken to the artist's music video or website to learn more about the artist and their music.

Social media: QR codes can be shared on social media platforms such as Instagram and Twitter. Fans can scan the code to be taken directly to the artist's music video or website to purchase music or learn more about upcoming shows.

Live events: QR codes can be displayed on screens during live events such as concerts or festivals. When someone scans the code, they can be taken directly to the artist's music video or website to learn more about the artist and their music.

In conclusion, QR code marketing is an effective way for rap artists to promote their music to fans. By using QR codes on flyers, merchandise, in-store promotions, social media, and live events, artists can increase their reach and exposure to potential fans. QR codes are easy to create and can be used on a variety of promotional materials. By utilizing QR code marketing, rap artists can connect with fans in new and exciting ways, ultimately increasing their fanbase and music sales.

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[invisiblefoxfire]

The other day while fumbling with my phone I somehow inadvertently turned on the "AI" powered voice-activated bullshit. It filled up my whole screen with invitations to their innovative new bullshit I didn't fucking ask for and in fact had already tried my best (and failed, clearly) to explicitly disable on the entire device.

Enraged, while I desperately searched for an X to press to make the thing close (hard to find because it wanted to scan my fucking voice), I said "what the fuck is this bullshit? turn this the fuck off. TURN THIS THE FUCK OFF."

And then my phone, which I had tried repeatedly to remove all traces of voice activation and "AI" from, played to me out loud in a text to speech voice, "I may be a machine, but the language you use is still important." And refused to close until I asked it nicely.

(I didn't, by the way. I continued fucking swearing at it until I located a way to turn it off with my HANDS. I would have thrown it out the window before I said please to my fucking phone.)

Fuck this shit. It is not a person, it does not have feelings, it does not have a mind, it does not have a personality, it does not have a soul, it is a very fancy calculator which I bought and paid for, and someone has programmed it to scold me (nearly 40 fucking years old) for swearing at my TELEPHONE.

I don't even take that kind of shit from my FRIENDS AND FAMILY. My TELEPHONE - no, the people who programmed my telephone to try to maximize its use to them for data mining - were trying to censor my language to make me think of it as a person that I should be considerate of.

IT'S A FUCKING CALCULATOR. And if you think of your fancy calculator as a person deserving of respect, well. Garfield up there said it pretty well: you are disturbingly susceptible to propaganda. You're the kind of person who will squee over the cute "doggy" while a canine-shaped military robot kills people.

i hate how they market alexa as a ‘member of the family’ like that’s SO fucking blatantly insidious and terrifying also if i wanted an untrustworthy/cold/emotionless machine in my life i��d just talk to my fuckin father 

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[riya2510]

Unleashing the Potential of the 5G Devices Market: Key Trends, Growth Opportunities, and Leading Players

Exploring the Future of the 5G Devices Market: Trends, Opportunities, and Key Players

The global 5G Devices Market is poised for remarkable growth, with a size valued at USD 901.63 million in 2021. It is projected to reach USD 138,651.34 million by 2030, growing at an astonishing CAGR of 74.98% during the forecast period from 2022 to 2030.

Market Key Trends

The 5G devices market is characterized by several key trends that are shaping its future:

Rapid Adoption of 5G Technology: As telecommunications companies continue to roll out 5G networks globally, the demand for compatible devices is surging. Consumers and businesses alike are eager to leverage the enhanced speeds and connectivity that 5G offers.

Diverse Form Factors: The market is witnessing a proliferation of devices across various form factors, including smartphones, laptops, and industrial-grade routers. This diversity caters to a wide range of applications and user needs.

Increased IoT Integration: The integration of 5G technology with Internet of Things (IoT) applications is driving innovation in device development. This includes smart home devices, healthcare applications, and industrial automation tools.Download Free Sample Report with Complimentary Analyst Consultation: https://straitsresearch.com/report/5g-devices-market/request-sample

Driving Factors

Several factors are propelling the growth of the 5G devices market:

Demand for High-Speed Connectivity: The need for faster data transfer and lower latency is a significant driver. As more consumers engage in data-intensive activities such as streaming and gaming, the demand for 5G-enabled devices continues to rise.

Government Initiatives: Many governments are investing in 5G infrastructure to enhance connectivity and support economic growth. This investment encourages manufacturers to develop more 5G-compatible devices.

Technological Advancements: Innovations in semiconductor technology are enabling the production of more efficient and cost-effective 5G devices, making them accessible to a broader audience.

Opportunities

The market presents numerous opportunities for growth:

Emerging Markets: Regions such as Asia-Pacific are rapidly adopting 5G technology due to increasing smartphone penetration and urbanization. This trend presents significant opportunities for device manufacturers.

Expansion of Use Cases: As industries explore new applications for 5G technology—such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and autonomous vehicles—the demand for specialized devices will grow.

Sustainable Development: There is a growing emphasis on sustainability within the tech industry. Manufacturers that prioritize eco-friendly practices in their device production may gain a competitive advantage.Market Segmentation: https://straitsresearch.com/report/5g-devices-market/segmentation

5G Devices Market Segmentation

The market can be segmented based on various criteria:

By Form Factor

Modules

CPE (Indoor/Outdoor)

Smartphones

Hotspots

Laptops

Industrial Grade CPE/Router/Gateway

Other Form Factors

By Spectrum Support

Sub-6 GHz

mmWave

Both Spectrum Bands

This segmentation allows stakeholders to identify specific areas of growth and tailor their strategies accordingly.

List of Key Players in the 5G Devices Market

Several companies are leading the charge in the development of 5G devices:

ZTE Corporation

Cisco Systems Inc.

Nokia Corporation

Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.

Xiaomi Corporation

Motorola Mobility LLC (Lenovo Group Limited)

BBK Electronics Corporation

Keysight Technologies Inc.

These key players are leveraging their technological expertise to innovate and expand their product offerings in the burgeoning 5G market.

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Conclusion

The global 5G devices market is set for unprecedented growth, driven by increasing demand for high-speed connectivity and innovative applications across various sectors. With projections indicating a market size of USD 138,651.34 million by 2030, there are ample opportunities for stakeholders to invest in this rapidly evolving landscape.

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[jcmarchi]

Fluid Superscripts and Subscripts

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Fluid Superscripts and Subscripts

Superscripts and subscripts are essential elements in academic and scientific content — from citation references to chemical formulas and mathematical expressions. Yet browsers handle these elements with a static approach that can create significant problems: elements become either too small on mobile devices or disproportionately large on desktop displays.

After years of wrestling with superscript and subscript scaling in CSS, I’m proposing a modern solution using fluid calculations. In this article, I’ll show you why the static approach falls short and how we can provide better typography across all viewports while maintaining accessibility. Best of all, this solution requires nothing but clean, pure CSS.

The problem with static scaling

The scaling issue is particularly evident when comparing professional typography with browser defaults. Take this example (adapted from Wikipedia), where the first “2” is professionally designed and included in the glyph set, while the second uses <sub> (top) and <sup> (bottom) elements:

Browsers have historically used font-size: smaller for <sup> and <sub> elements, which translates to roughly 0.83x scaling. While this made sense in the early days of CSS for simple documents, it can create problems in modern responsive designs where font sizes can vary dramatically. This is especially true when using fluid typography, where text sizes can scale smoothly between extremes.

Fluid scaling: A better solution

I’ve developed a solution that scales more naturally across different sizes by combining fixed and proportional units. This approach ensures legibility at small sizes while maintaining proper proportions at larger sizes, eliminating the need for context-specific adjustments.

Here’s how it works:

sup, sub font-size: calc(0.5em + 4px); vertical-align: baseline; position: relative; top: calc(-0.5 * 0.83 * 2 * (1em - 4px)); /* Simplified top: calc(-0.83em + 3.32px) */ sub top: calc(0.25 * 0.83 * 2 * (1em - 4px)); /* Simplified top: calc(0.42em - 1.66px) */

Natural scaling: The degressive formula ensures that superscripts and subscripts remain proportional at all sizes

Baseline alignment: By using vertical-align: baseline and relative positioning, we prevent the elements from affecting line height and it gives us better control over the offset to match your specific needs. You’re probably also wondering where the heck these values come from — I’ll explain in the following.

Breaking down the math

Let’s look at how this works, piece by piece:

Calculating the font size (px)

At small sizes, the fixed 4px component has more impact. At large sizes, the 0.5em proportion becomes dominant. The result is more natural scaling across all sizes.

sup, sub font-size: calc(0.5em + 4px); /* ... */ sub /* ... */

Calculating the parent font size (em)

Within the <sup> and <sub> elements, we can calculate the parent’s font-size:

sup, sub font-size: calc(0.5em + 4px); top: calc(2 * (1em - 4px)); sub top: calc(2 * (1em + 4px));

The fluid font size is defined as calc(0.5em + 4px). To compensate for the 0.5em, we first need to solve 0.5em * x = 1em which gives us x = 2. The 1em here represents the font size of the <sup> and <sub> elements themselves. We subtract the 4px fixed component from our current em value before multiplying.

The vertical offset

For the vertical offset, we start with default CSS positioning values and adjust them to work with our fluid scaling:

sup, sub font-size: calc(0.5em + 4px); top: calc(-0.5 * 0.83 * 2 * (1em - 4px)); sub top: calc(0.25 * 0.83 * 2 * (1em - 4px));

The formula is carefully calibrated to match standard browser positioning:

0.5em (super) and 0.25em (sub) are the default vertical offset values (e.g. used in frameworks like Tailwind CSS and Bootstrap).

We multiply by 0.83 to account for the browser’s font-size: smaller scaling factor, which is used per default for superscript and subscript.

This approach ensures that our superscripts and subscripts maintain familiar vertical positions while benefiting from improved fluid scaling. The result matches what users expect from traditional browser rendering but scales more naturally across different font sizes.

Helpful tips

The exact scaling factor font-size: (0.5em + 4px) is based on my analysis of superscript Unicode characters in common fonts. Feel free to adjust these values to match your specific design needs. Here are a few ways how you might want to customize this approach:

For larger scaling:

sup, sub font-size: calc(0.6em + 3px); /* adjust offset calculations accordingly */

For smaller scaling:

sup, sub font-size: calc(0.4em + 5px); /* adjust offset calculations accordingly */

For backward compatibility, you might want to wrap all of it in a @supports block:

@supports (font-size: calc(1em + 1px)) sup, sub ...

Final demo

I built this small interactive demo to show different fluid scaling options, compare them to the browser’s static scaling, and fine-tune the vertical positioning to see what works best for your use case:

Give it a try in your next project and happy to hear your thoughts!

[bluestiches]

FACTS

im so done with seeing articles about kids and screen time that doesnt mention parent behaviors even once. “kids are always on their phones” so are the parents! which the kids look to for how they should behave! ipad babies didn’t chose to only play on their ipads, thats what their parents gave them!

an anecdotal example: when i was a kid, all my parents would do in their minimal free time was watch tv and then they would be surprised when in my sister and i’s minimal free time we would also only watch tv/play video games. they scolded us for not reading books, but they never read books. they scolded us for not going outside but they never went outside.

“kids are always on their damn phones” my mom is in her 60s and opens up candy crush anytime she’s sitting — it isnt just the kids