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WIRED
4 days ago
- WIRED
The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Is Both a Square and a Circle. A Squircle!
Julian says the bigger Watch8 Classic got close to two full days on one charge. That's with a few auto-tracked activities per day, too. Naturally, expect the 44-mm Watch8 to sit somewhere in the middle, likely a day and then a few hours extra. (You could extend that battery life a bit if you also purchased a Galaxy Ring, as the ring and the watch share health-monitoring tasks when used together.) In addition to brighter screens, there's also the by-now standard dual-frequency location tracking, which helps with fitness tracking, and the new Running Coach feature, which copies what Google introduced last year on the Pixel Watch 3. Google Assistant has also been replaced with Gemini, but I mostly used it as I would Siri, for simple verbal commands like turning on the flashlight or starting a timer. It's also worth noting here that Samsung recently switched to a new Dynamic Lug system. Instead of using a tiny pin to swap bands, you just slide and click to swap proprietary bands in and out. I first failed to notice this because this is how you swap the bands on last year's Samsung Watch Ultra, as well as the Apple Watches. Personally, I like this system a lot because I find using the tiny pins to be horrible and annoying, and they break my nails. But I'm sorry for everyone who was expecting to be able to use your old round watch bands on the new squircle watch. Samsung offers four new bands with Dynamic Lugs, but that's not many if you've been building your collection for a while now. Eat Your Veggies Courtesy of Adrienne So I compared basics like my step count, sleep tracking, and heart rate to my Oura ring and was shocked by how closely the two matched. On one day, the Watch8 tracked me as having walked 14,100 steps; the Oura, 14,099 (thanks, dual-frequency GPS!). Sleep counts and heart rates were tallied mostly, too. Automatic activity tracking worked well, as it usually does with Samsung watches. Dog walks got picked up within a minute or two, as did runs and pool swims.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Man gets sucked in MRI machine due to his metallic chain: Precautions one should take while going for ultrasound, X-Ray, MRI and CT scan
MRI Scan machineRepresentative image Sometimes life is stranger than fiction and a recent incident wherein a man lost his life due to a medical mishap is one such incident. According to reports, in a bizarre turn of events, a man died after he was sucked into an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) machine due to a metallic chain he was wearing while he was at a medical facility in Westbury, on New York's Long Island. The tragic incident happened when the man entered the MRI room without permission, while his wife was undergoing a knee scan. According to a statement by the Nassau County Police Department, reported by BBC, the man walked into the MRI room without permission while still wearing a heavy metal chain around his neck. The powerful magnetic force of the MRI machine pulled him in, leading to his sudden death. The victim's wife, Adrienne Jones-McAllister, explained that she had asked her husband to come inside and help her get up after her MRI knee scan. Unfortunately, he was wearing a 9-kilogram metal chain with a lock, commonly used for weight training, which triggered the tragic accident. Adrienne emotionally shared with CNN, 'At that instant, the machine switched him around, pulled him in, and he hit the MRI.' She added, 'He went limp in my arms.' Despite desperate efforts by the MRI technician to pull him away, the powerful magnetic force was too strong. Adrienne recalled pleading, 'Could you turn off the machine? Call 911. Do something. Turn this damn thing off!' This heartbreaking event highlights the extreme dangers of bringing metal objects into MRI rooms. Here we list some precautions you should take before undergoing ultrasound, X-Ray, MRI, and CT scan: 1. Precautions to take before undergoing ultrasound Ultrasound uses sound waves to create images of internal organs. It is considered very safe as it does not involve radiation. However, there are still basic precautions to follow: - Follow fasting instructions: For abdominal ultrasounds, doctors often recommend fasting for 6-8 hours. This reduces gas in the intestines, giving clearer images. - Full bladder requirement: For pelvic or pregnancy ultrasounds, a full bladder may be required to enhance image quality. Follow your doctor's guidance about drinking water before the test. - Avoid lotions or creams: Do not apply lotions or powders on the area being examined, as they can interfere with the ultrasound waves. 2. X-Ray precautions X-rays use a small amount of ionizing radiation to capture images of bones and organs. The exposure is minimal but requires care. - Inform if pregnant: X-rays are generally avoided during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary, as radiation can affect the fetus. - Remove metal objects: Metallic items like jewellery, belts, or clothing with zippers should be removed before undergoing an X-Ray as metal can distort the image. - Minimal exposure: Always ensure the procedure is justified by a doctor to avoid unnecessary exposure to harmful radiation. 3. MRI precautions MRI uses powerful magnets and radio waves to produce detailed images. Though it doesn't use radiation, it comes with its own risks. - Metal screening: Remove all metal objects. People with pacemakers, cochlear implants, or certain metal implants must inform the technician, as the magnetic field can interfere with these devices. - Claustrophobia onsideration: MRI machines are enclosed spaces. And so, if you have claustrophobia, do inform your doctor and technician before hand. In such cases, sedation or open MRI options may be considered. - Stay still: Movement can blur images, so staying completely still is crucial for accurate results. 4. CT scan precautions CT scans use X-rays to produce cross-sectional images and involve higher radiation doses than standard X-rays. - Contrast dye allergy: Inform your doctor if you have allergies, especially to iodine-based dyes, which are often used in CT scans. - Hydrate well: Drink plenty of water before and after the scan to help flush out contrast dye. - Avoid if you are pregnant: Like X-rays, CT scans are avoided during pregnancy unless absolutely essential.
The Irish Sun
22-07-2025
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Family reveals horror new detail after husband is sucked into hospital MRI machine by his huge 20lb chain and killed
A MAN who tragically died after being pulled into an MRI machine by his 20-pound chain was stuck to the machine for an hour before being freed, his family claims. Keith McAllister, 61, was undergoing an MRI scan at a clinic on New York's Long Island on Wednesday afternoon. 4 Keith McAllister, 61, died after being pulled into an MRI machine by his necklace Credit: Enterprise 4 Keith's family say he was stuck to the machine for an hour Credit: Enterprise 4 His wife Adrienne Jones-McAllister recounted the freak accident to local media Credit: 12 News Long Island Keith's wife, Adrienne Jones-McAllister, was at Nassau Open MRI in Westbury for a scan of her knee when the incident unfolded. In a She wrote: "While my mother was laying on the table, the technician left the room to get her husband to help her off the table. "He forgot to inform him to take the chain he was wearing from around his neck off when the magnet sucked him in. Read more world news "My mother and the tech tried for several minutes to release him before the police were called. "He was attached to the machine for almost an hour before they could release the chain from the machine." The grieving daughter went on to explain that Keith suffered several heart attacks after the incident. She added that, despite reports claiming Keith wasn't authorised to be in the room, it was the technician who brought him in. Most read in The US Sun Wife Adrienne previously told News 12 Long Island that she asked the technician to bring her husband to hep her get up from the table. Keith was wearing a large metallic chain around his neck - which turned into a "torpedo" and caused him to be pulled off his feet and into the machine. Man who died after being sucked into MRI machine 'was brought into room by technician' before 'going limp in wife's arms Adrienne said she saw the scanning device "snatch him" as he approached her. "At that instant, the machine switched him around, pulled him in, and he hit the MRI," she said, adding, "He went limp in my arms, and this is still pulsating in my brain." Adrienne recounted the agonising moments when she told the technician to turn off the machine and call 911. She revealed that it was not the first time the pair had visited Nassau Open MRI, even claiming that the staff member had previously discussed Keith's huge chain. Keith used the chain regularly for weight training, his wife said. The powerful magnetic field generated by an MRI machine can pull metal objects in with great force. For this reason, patients are asked to remove metal items and change their clothes before having MRI scans or going near machines. Dr. Payal Sud, a doctor from North Shore University Hospital, told "If this was a chain that was wrapped around the neck, I could imagine any kind of strangulation injuries that could happen. Asphyxiation, cervical spine injuries." North Shore says that MRI machines can be especially dangerous for people with oxygen tanks, in wheelchairs or even those wearing magnetic jewelry. 4 Keith wore the chain regularly during weight training, his wife said Credit: Enterprise
Scottish Sun
22-07-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Family reveals horror new detail after husband is sucked into hospital MRI machine by his huge 20lb chain and killed
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAN who tragically died after being pulled into an MRI machine by his 20-pound chain was stuck to the machine for an hour before being freed, his family claims. Keith McAllister, 61, suffered fatal injuries in the freak accident while his wife was undergoing an MRI scan at a clinic on New York's Long Island on Wednesday afternoon. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Keith McAllister, 61, died after being pulled into an MRI machine by his necklace Credit: Enterprise 4 Keith's family say he was stuck to the machine for an hour Credit: Enterprise 4 His wife Adrienne Jones-McAllister recounted the freak accident to local media Credit: 12 News Long Island Keith's wife, Adrienne Jones-McAllister, was at Nassau Open MRI in Westbury for a scan of her knee when the incident unfolded. In a GoFundMe set up for burial costs, Samantha Bodden revealed new details about her dad's horrific final moments. She wrote: "While my mother was laying on the table, the technician left the room to get her husband to help her off the table. "He forgot to inform him to take the chain he was wearing from around his neck off when the magnet sucked him in. "My mother and the tech tried for several minutes to release him before the police were called. "He was attached to the machine for almost an hour before they could release the chain from the machine." The grieving daughter went on to explain that Keith suffered several heart attacks after the incident. She added that, despite reports claiming Keith wasn't authorised to be in the room, it was the technician who brought him in. Wife Adrienne previously told News 12 Long Island that she asked the technician to bring her husband to hep her get up from the table. Keith was wearing a large metallic chain around his neck - which turned into a "torpedo" and caused him to be pulled off his feet and into the machine. Man who died after being sucked into MRI machine 'was brought into room by technician' before 'going limp in wife's arms Adrienne said she saw the scanning device "snatch him" as he approached her. "At that instant, the machine switched him around, pulled him in, and he hit the MRI," she said, adding, "He went limp in my arms, and this is still pulsating in my brain." Adrienne recounted the agonising moments when she told the technician to turn off the machine and call 911. She revealed that it was not the first time the pair had visited Nassau Open MRI, even claiming that the staff member had previously discussed Keith's huge chain. Keith used the chain regularly for weight training, his wife said. The powerful magnetic field generated by an MRI machine can pull metal objects in with great force. For this reason, patients are asked to remove metal items and change their clothes before having MRI scans or going near machines. Dr. Payal Sud, a doctor from North Shore University Hospital, told CBS: "The dangers [of not following protocol] could be catastrophic and it underscores why we have all the safety precautions in place. "If this was a chain that was wrapped around the neck, I could imagine any kind of strangulation injuries that could happen. Asphyxiation, cervical spine injuries." North Shore says that MRI machines can be especially dangerous for people with oxygen tanks, in wheelchairs or even those wearing magnetic jewelry.
Daily Mirror
20-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Heartbreaking final act of man sucked into MRI machine as helpless wife watched
Keith McAllister, 61, entered an MRI room to help his wife, Adrienne Jones-McAllister, get up from the table. It was the last time the couple would see each other A heartbroken wife has shared the last thing her husband did before he died in a freak MRI accident. Keith McAllister, 61, tragically passed away after he was pulled into the machine by his chain necklace at Nassau Open MRI in Westbury, Long Island, on Wednesday. He endured multiple heart attacks after being rescued from the machine and later died, said Nassau County Police. His distraught wife Adrienne Jones-McAllister has spoken out about the ordeal, and admitted the last thing he did was wave goodbye to her, before his body went "limp". She says Keith had entered the room to help her get up after she had an MRI on her knee. Adrienne had asked the worker to call him over for support. However, she claims that the technician allowed her husband in the room without asking him to remove his 20-pound weight-training chain. As soon as he walked over to the table she was sitting on, the machine was able to "snatch him" immediately. Speaking about the horrific moment, she said: "At that instant, the machine switched him around, pulled him in and he hit the MRI." Adrienne begged the worker to turn it off and recalled: "I said: 'Could you turn off the machine, call 911, do something, turn this damn thing off. He went limp in my arms, and this is still pulsating in my brain." Adrienne claimed that the technician had seen Keith wearing the chain before, reports News 12 Long Island. "That was not the first time that guy has seen that chain," she claimed. "They had a conversation about it before." She paid tribute to her "hard working" husband and added that she "loved him so much." Adrienne continued: "I haven't been able to sleep, I'm barely eating, I just can't believe [it]. I'm still trying to wrap my head around the whole thing. He waved goodbye to me, and his whole body went limp." A spokesperson for Nassau County Police Department said, the man "entered an unauthorised Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) room while the scan was in progress." In the statement, they added: "The male victim was wearing a large metallic chain around his neck causing him to be drawn into the machine which resulted in a medical episode." In an update two days later, police confirmed that he had "succumbed to his injuries and was declared deceased by a hospital physician."
