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Washington Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
Hip-hop duo EarthGang have an AI strategy: Be more human
EarthGang had been exploring the intergalactic world of Southern hip-hop for more than a decade when the duo released its 'EarthGang vs. the Algorithm: RIP Human Art' EP in 2023. Two years on, as the rest of the world has caught up with algorithms and artificial intelligence and their effects on art, the Atlanta-based act, composed of musical partners Dot and Olu, is taking the long view on the technology.
WIRED
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- WIRED
Lelo's Dot Is Surprisingly My New Favorite Vibrator
I didn't expect 2025 to be the year that my longtime favorite vibrator would be replaced, but here we are. The winner of such a regal spot in my bedside table drawer? The Lelo Dot, a clitoral pinpoint vibrator. I've come across a few pinpoint vibrators in my life as a sex toy reviewer, but I usually dismissed them mostly based on looks: pokey, aggressive, and somewhat medieval. In most cases, the pinpoint was made of hard ABS plastic, making it even more uninviting. It's here that the Dot immediately stood out against other pinpoint vibrators with its super-soft and flexible silicone. Being able to easily move the pinpoint with my fingers made it more welcoming, too. Precise Vibes Courtesy of Lelo From the moment the precision tip touched my clitoris, I knew I was dealing with something far different from other vibrators. While traditional vibrators, like wands, bullets, and G-spot vibrators, diffuse vibrations so they travel in waves across and/or inside the vulva, that wasn't happening with the Dot. Because of the tip, the vibrations are precise, meaning you can explore the glans of the clitoris in an intimate way that you just can't with vibrators that have bigger heads. If you thought that every part of your glans experiences pleasure in the same way, then you're in for a treat—it doesn't. For example, I've learned that the most sensitive part of my glans is the upper left area that's closest to the prepuce, also known as the clitoral hood. When I use toys, I know that if I angle the vibrators, no matter how big the head, so that the majority of the pressure and intensity is on that area, that's what feels best for me. When you reduce the head size down so it's just a point, as is the case with the Dot's design, then you can focus on that one itty-bitty spot, giving you more to discover in sensations. You're not just stimulating the vulva and its money spot, the clitoris—you can stimulate the money spots within the money spot, increasing pleasure exponentially. Having so much control over such a small and extremely sensitive area allowed me to experience orgasms in a new and more intense way, and the Dot also makes multiple orgasms easier to achieve. There's something about pinpoint stimulation that leaves the body craving more, so you succumb to that desire and give it more. Orgasm after orgasm, like I'd never had with a traditional vibrator, made me ever-so briefly concerned. So far, I've managed to live my entire life without any addictions, but with the Dot, I couldn't help but wonder, 'Am I going to turn into Charlotte York? Is the Dot to me what the Rabbit was to her? Have I finally found a vice with which I'll need to grapple?' I've only had the Lelo Dot for almost a month so far, so it's hard to say. But if ever there were a vibrator that would lead me down a road of obsession and lust, the Dot is it. Near Perfect for Those With Vulvas Courtesy of Lelo While the precision is certainly the best part about the Dot, it has other features that make it a must-have for those with vulvas. Like the majority of Lelo toys, it's 100 percent waterproof, has a run time of two hours (which takes two hours of charging to get there), and is USB rechargeable. Note, though, that only one end of the included charging cable is USB-A. The connector that goes into the Dot is a barrel charger, which isn't as convenient as USB-C.
Mid East Info
25-07-2025
- Mid East Info
LG QNED EVO TV RAISES THE BAR FOR LCD TVS WITH QUANTUM COLOR AND MINI LED PRECISION - Middle East Business News and Information
Dubai, July, 2025 – LG Electronics (LG) has officially unveiled its 2025 QNED evo TV lineup for the Gulf, bringing cutting-edge LCD television technology and superior picture quality to consumers across the region. Engineered to boost home entertainment standards by offering an immersive viewing experience powered by vibrant colors, stunning contrast, and advanced AI innovation, the QNED evo models push the boundaries of LCD technology, and represent a pinnacle of visual excellence. Integrated with LG's unique combination of Quantum Dot and NanoCell technologies, these advanced screens achieve a 100% Color Volume certification for an incredibly rich and vibrant color palette, further enhanced by Mini LED backlighting, precisely controlled by Precision Dimming Pro, which maximizes bright and dark areas to reveal the finest details even in the most challenging scenes. The QNED evo series – including models like the QNED92 – are predominantly powered by the α8 AI Processor 4K Gen2, built to elevate picture quality by upscaling HD/FHD content to detailed 4K and enhancing depth, ensuring every frame is delivered with breathtaking clarity and realism. For heightened facial recognition, enhancing sharpness by frame and refining facial details for natural representation, the QNED9M – the world's True Wireless TV, with 4K 144Hz wireless transfer with visually lossless quality through the Zero Connect Box – benefits from the Super Upscaling of the α9 Gen8 AI processor. And when it comes to exceptional audio capabilities, the α8 AI Processor plays a crucial role for the QNED evo, upmixing simple mono/stereo sound to a virtual 11.1.2ch surround sound for an enriched aural landscape. Beyond picture and sound, however, QNED evo models count on AI to extend hyper-personalized user interaction, making every interaction effortless and perfectly aligned with the viewer's desires. That means features like AI Voice ID, AI Concierge, AI Search, AI Chatbot, and AI Picture & Sound Wizard, seamlessly integrating with the AI Magic Remote, allowing the TV to recognize users by voice, recommend tailored content, answer questions, and automatically adjust picture and sound settings to individual preferences. Designed to meet the diverse preferences and viewing environments of LG's customers across the region, 2025 QNED evo TVs offer a wide range of large-format displays, from 50-inches to an ultra-big cinema design 100-inch option, and each size specifically tailored to its design. With a relentless focus on performance, design, and innovation, LG's QNED range is truly redefining what's possible in LCD technology. About LG Electronics Media Entertainment Solution Company: The LG Media Entertainment Solution Company (MS) is a recognized innovator in televisions, audio, displays and smart TV platforms. The MS Company enhances the media entertainment experience with its OLED TVs, renowned for perfect black and perfect color, and premium LCD QNED TVs, all powered by the personalized webOS smart TV platform. The MS Company also offers Information Technology solutions (gaming monitors, business monitors, laptops, projectors, cloud devices and medical displays) as well as Signage solutions (Micro LED signage, digital signage, hospitality displays and signage software solutions) that are designed to maximize customers' work efficiency and deliver strong value.
Web Release
25-07-2025
- Web Release
LG QNED EVO TV RAISES THE BAR FOR LCD TVS WITH QUANTUM COLOR AND MINI LED PRECISION?
LG QNED EVO TV RAISES THE BAR FOR LCD TVS WITH QUANTUM COLOR AND MINI LED PRECISION? LG Electronics (LG) has officially unveiled its 2025 QNED evo TV lineup for the Gulf, bringing cutting-edge LCD television technology and superior picture quality to consumers across the region. Engineered to boost home entertainment standards by offering an immersive viewing experience powered by vibrant colors, stunning contrast, and advanced AI innovation, the QNED evo models push the boundaries of LCD technology, and represent a pinnacle of visual excellence. Integrated with LG's unique combination of Quantum Dot and NanoCell technologies, these advanced screens achieve a?100% Color Volume certification?for an incredibly rich and vibrant color palette, further enhanced by?Mini LED backlighting, precisely controlled by?Precision Dimming Pro, which maximizes bright and dark areas to reveal the finest details even in the most challenging scenes. The QNED evo series – including models like the QNED92 – are predominantly powered by the??8 AI Processor 4K Gen2, built to elevate picture quality by upscaling HD/FHD content to detailed 4K and enhancing depth, ensuring every frame is delivered with breathtaking clarity and realism. For heightened facial recognition, enhancing sharpness by frame and refining facial details for natural representation, the QNED9M – the world's True Wireless TV, with 4K 144Hz wireless transfer with visually lossless quality through the Zero Connect Box – benefits from the Super Upscaling of the ?9 Gen8 AI processor. And when it comes to exceptional audio capabilities, the ?8 AI Processor plays a crucial role for the QNED evo, upmixing simple mono/stereo sound to a virtual 11.1.2ch surround sound for an enriched aural landscape. Beyond picture and sound, however, QNED evo models count on AI to extend hyper-personalized user interaction, making every interaction effortless and perfectly aligned with the viewer's desires. That means features like?AI Voice ID, AI Concierge, AI Search, AI Chatbot, and AI Picture & Sound Wizard, seamlessly integrating with the AI Magic Remote, allowing the TV to recognize users by voice, recommend tailored content, answer questions, and automatically adjust picture and sound settings to individual preferences. Designed to meet the diverse preferences and viewing environments of LG's customers across the region, 2025 QNED evo TVs offer a wide range of large-format displays, from 50-inches to an?ultra-big cinema design 100-inch option, and each size specifically tailored to its design. With a relentless focus on performance, design, and innovation, LG's QNED range is truly redefining what's possible in LCD technology.
Refinery29
23-07-2025
- Health
- Refinery29
This Skin Gadget Zapped Away My Acne Breakout Overnight
All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission. From pimple patches to spot treatments and lasers, there's little I haven't tried in the name of clear skin. When it comes to beauty tech specifically, I'm hardly a novice, either — LED masks, sleek hair stylers, high frequency wands, cleansing tools… I use 'em all! But if I had to use only one for the rest of my life, it would easily be the ZIIP microcurrent tool. ZIIP, co-founded by facialist Melanie Simon, is perhaps best known for the ZIIP Halo — a small, computer-mouse-shaped device that treats myriad skin concerns, from wrinkles to puffiness to yes, acne. I'm 31, and genetically blessed with few wrinkles and good bone structure, so while I loved the Halo (truly, it was a cornerstone of my wedding skin prep), I almost exclusively used it to ward off breakouts. At £379.99, the Halo is far from cheap — and if you're only interested in it for acne treatment, I might not have recommended it. But here's where the ZIIP Dot microcurrent tool comes in. Unlike the Halo, the ZIIP Dot Acne Treatment Device doesn't require a companion app to select which treatment to load. It arrives preset with a 90-second spot treatment routine (60 seconds of Treat mode, followed by 30 seconds of Calm to reduce inflammation) and a six-minute full-face routine (four minutes of Treat mode and two minutes of Calm). What is microcurrent and how can it improve acne? The ZIIP looks like a mini doughnut and has two thin, slightly curved electrical nodes on the underside of the device, which deliver the microcurrent. Microcurrent is perhaps most popular for 'snatching' (the ability to sculpt and tone facial muscles), but I've personally noticed the most dramatic improvements in my acne. Sure enough, some research suggests that microcurrent is an effective treatment for alleviating a type of bacteria that contributes to acne. ZIIP Dot, £169.99 Shop This ZIIP Ziip Dot BUY £169.99 Ziip Is the ZIIP Dot good for acne? I tend to break out most on my chin and jawline, but occasionally get acne in congested areas like my nose. The Dot is small enough to get into hard-to-reach spots, and I liked that you can start your treatment right away without having to pull up and sync the device with the app. In the box was a bottle of Clear Gel (one of the various conductive gels the brand offers), along with a charging cable and manual. It's super lightweight and fits comfortably in my hand. After cleansing and patting my skin dry, I apply a few pumps of gel all over my face. Pressing and holding the Dot's power button activates the full-face routine and I slowly glide the device over my face. I tend to notice a slight warming sensation when the microcurrent 'finds' the active acne — this is totally normal! Depending on how severe the breakout is, things can get a little tingly, but nothing unbearable. (Compared to other devices I've tried, I find that ZIIP's are not only the most effective but also the most gentle.) After use, I wipe the Dot clean with a towel, rinse off any excess gel and proceed with the rest of my nighttime skincare routine. The morning after using this for the first time, I swear that the early rumblings of a cystic pimple were gone. (Formerly, I'd only seen results that fast with a dermatologist appointment and cortisone injection.) The one-two punch of microcurrent to kill bacteria and nanocurrent (a lower intensity) to quell inflammation — at its core, that's what acne is, after all — is a pimple's worst nightmare and my new best friend. But what do the experts think? Dr Zainab Laftah, a consultant dermatologist at The Shard, says that while there is promising anecdotal evidence that micro- and nanocurrent devices like the ZIIP can reduce inflammation and speed up healing, there is a lack of clinical data compared to the evidence base for traditional acne treatments such as topical salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide and tretinoin, which she says are the 'gold standard' for treating active acne. However, Dr Laftah adds, 'If you are already using proven topical therapies and are looking to reduce inflammation and enhance the healing process, a device like the ZIIP Dot may serve as a helpful adjunct.' Dr Laftah says that it's generally safe to use a microcurrent tool like the ZIIP Dot alongside retinol or exfoliating acids, as long as you avoid applying retinoids or acids within 24 hours of the treatment. This is because they can lower the skin's tolerance, increasing the risk of irritation, she says. How do you use the ZIIP Dot to treat acne? ZIIP recommends using the Dot two to three times a week, which is perfect for keeping breakouts at bay. Dr Laftah recommends avoiding areas with active infections, open sores, severe acne cysts or broken and inflamed skin, as currents could worsen irritation or delay healing . Overall, the full-face routine has really helped maintain clear skin, but I've also used the spot treatment for a quick zippity-zap if I'm in a rush. Depending on the stage my acne is at, that's been enough to reduce the lifespan and severity of the breakout dramatically. (In my aforementioned example, I was able to 'catch' the pimple before it had a chance to wreak havoc; since I tend to scar easily, this was still a great tool to have to reduce hyperpigmentation.) If acne is your primary skin concern, then at £169.99 (half the price of the Halo), the Dot is an amazing addition to any acne-haver's routine. I love that it's compact enough to easily travel with — great news if your skin tends to flare up after a long flight. With this sleek new skin gadget as part of my acne routine, I feel like I'm truly taking care of my skin — and that's a very, very good thing.
