Susan Fourtané
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Susan Fourtané is a Science and Technology Journalist, a professional writer with over 18 years experience writing for global media and industry publications. She's a member of the ABSW, WFSJ, Society of Authors, and London Press Club.
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Is a smart home robot Apple's next big thing?
Apple home robotics could potentially be the tech company's next big thing. Engineers at an Apple robotics division have reportedly been working on embedding Artificial Intelligence (AI) into personal home robots. In other words: giving Siri a body and mobility to talk to you while following around the house.
By Susan Fourtané 2 years ago in 01
Apple U.S. lawsuit: the saga continues
On Wednesday, 10 April, the case accusing Apple of monopolising the smartphone market was reassigned to District Judge Julien Neals in New Jersey after another judge said “he could not hear it due to a potential conflict of interest.”
By Susan Fourtané 2 years ago in Futurism
Recollections
The sunlight begins to dim behind the tall shadowed trees. Pine trees, spruces, and birches seem to be stretching up like arrows into the sky. The now barely visible black trails are snaking through the underground. It’s quiet. Suddenly, chilly wind slips through leaves, cracking undergrowth with each of Lucy’s rapid steps. “Was that a wolf howling?” She stops for a moment.
By Susan Fourtané 2 years ago in Chapters
Coffee before exercising increases fat-burning and weight-loss
A strong coffee first thing in the morning followed by a workout session or a half an hour run is a great way to kick-start the day. According to research, a cup of coffee accelerates fat-burning consequently increasing weight-loss.
By Susan Fourtané 2 years ago in Longevity
Charity shop chronicles: Discovering the unexpected in charity shop treasures
A few days ago, Owen /Crazy Sheep wrote an article about a rather interesting vintage book he found when browsing in a charity shop. He found an almost 100-year-old French cookbook! Of course, the French book was written in French, as you can guess.
By Susan Fourtané 2 years ago in Geeks
Alice A. Ball discovered the world’s first treatment for leprosy
The story of Alice A. Ball is a tragic one. She was a remarkable young woman who did so much for humanity in her short life. Yet, she died as the result of discovering the treatment that would help and save others.
By Susan Fourtané 2 years ago in History
Apple U.S. lawsuit: Apple and Apple users under attack
The United States of America has filed an antitrust lawsuit against one of its most prodigious children: Apple. The U.S. is accusing the tech company of monopolising the smartphone market and thus crushing competition. I just can’t get my head around this utterly ridiculous statement. But then again, that’s the Biden administration for you all, right?
By Susan Fourtané 2 years ago in Futurism
Wearable tech: Samsung is too late to the smart ring party
I am laughing at how late Samsung decided to enter the smart ring party, almost 10 years late. It’s been so long since the introduction of the world’s first smart ring, the first generation of the Ōura Ring, almost a decade ago, that I find it funny that a leading company such as Samsung is entering the smart ring party so late.
By Susan Fourtané 2 years ago in Futurism
Eggs Benedict, simplified. Top Story - February 2024.
First, here is a little background. There is a general misconception (mostly) that eating healthy implies following an array of complicated recipes which use lots of ingredients, many more spices, and take lots of time to prepare or/and cook. Many times in the past, I found myself searching for something new to prepare for my meals. There are lots of recipes with beautifully staged, photoshopped photos out there.
By Susan Fourtané 2 years ago in Feast
Integrating AI into higher education
Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be controversial when we think about it as an educational tool. Yet, there is a plethora of opportunities where colleges and universities can effectively integrate AI into their teaching and learning.
By Susan Fourtané 2 years ago in Futurism
