Tag: algorithms
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Exploring the Engineering Behind Everyday Tech: Unveiling the Complex Systems of Google Maps, LED Wristbands, Spotify, and More
The Wall Street Journal’s Tech Behind series explores the intricate technology that powers everyday devices and platforms that have become integral parts of our lives. The latest episode delves into Google Maps’ complex data collection system, LED wristbands used in concerts and events, Spotify’s recommendation algorithm, the speed and security of tap-to-pay technology, noise-cancelling headphones,…
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Exploring the Science and Future of Noise-Canceling Headphone Technology
The latest examination of noise-canceling headphones reveals the intricate technology that allows these devices to create silence within microseconds. The video explains how sound waves can be canceled by introducing an inverse wave, a concept integral to the function of noise-canceling headphones. Experts from Bose and former scientists from Dolby Laboratories discuss the evolution of…