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Japan Today
04-07-2025
- Health
- Japan Today
Japan's first 'smartphone dementia' clinic opens in Tokyo and online
By SoraNews24 Smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives, for better or worse. Whether it's finding your way around town or keeping in touch with loved ones around the world, it's hard to even imagine what life was like before they came along. This is what is known as 'smartphone dementia,' also called 'digital dementia' in other parts of the world. This is when an excess of online time causes your brain to forget more relevant information, like what time your dentist appointment was or why you walked into the kitchen for the third time. The human brain is a lot like a drawer. If you take the time to properly organize things like a nice underwear drawer, you always know where your underwear is, and life is easy. But using the internet, especially quick content services like TikTok, so many little knick-knacks get tossed into your brain that it becomes a junk drawer. This can lead to cases where you never find that hex wrench to tighten up your shelf or realize you threw away that iPhone 4 case to make space only two days before you end up needing it. In other words, your frontal lobe becomes a mess of trivial information, making it hard to access the important things in life. As a result, the smartphone dementia sufferer experiences symptoms similar to an actual dementia sufferer, with the exception that a person with smartphone dementia still retains the cognitive ability to be aware of it. The other main differences are that smartphone dementia can affect people of all ages but is reversible with the right treatment, and that's where the Kanamachi Ekimae Neurological Clinic comes in. This is the first clinic to offer a smartphone dementia program to help people use their devices in ways that don't diminish their quality of life. They mention warning signs of smartphone dementia as always having a smartphone on hand, having trouble recalling people's names quickly, forgetting how to write kanji characters (akin to forgetting how to spell in English), having to take photos of things to remember them, always feeling sleep deprived, lacking motivation, and poor organizational skills for everyday tasks. Treatment depends on a patient's current smartphone usage habits and mental condition, based on an interview and dementia tests if necessary. It can vary from simple lifestyle alterations to medication as needed, and although the clinic is in Tokyo, consultations can be done from anywhere in Japan online. Whether you require the help of medical professionals or not, the key lesson to stave off smartphone dementia is to take enough time away from your phone or other devices to savor the finer things in life. Source: Kanamachi Ekimae Neurological Clinic, PR Wire, Friday Digital Read more stories fro SoraNews24. -- Hachiji juppun mae – A Japanese phrase that even Japanese people can't agree on the meaning of -- Police to ticket cyclists riding on sidewalks, which amounts to almost all cyclists in Japan -- The Great Parm Exhibition coming to Harajuku, Tokyo for frozen treat's 20th anniversary External Link © SoraNews24
SoraNews24
02-07-2025
- Health
- SoraNews24
Japan's first 'smartphone dementia' clinic opens in Tokyo and online
Ugh, the name of the clinic is on the tip of my tongue… Lemme check my smartphone. Smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives, for better or worse. Whether it's finding your way around town, keeping in touch with loved ones around the world, or getting high-quality news from reliable sources like SoraNews24, it's hard to even imagine what life was like before they came along. That's especially worrying for me because they only came along in the latter half of my life… Apparently, I'm not alone when it comes to suffering from what is known as 'smartphone dementia,' also known as 'digital dementia' in other parts of the world. This is when an excess of online time causes your brain to forget more relevant information, like what time your dentist appointment was or why you walked into the kitchen for the third time. The human brain is a lot like a drawer. If you take the time to properly organize things like a nice underwear drawer, you always know where your underwear is, and life is easy. But using the Internet, especially quick content services like TikTok, so many little knick-knacks get tossed into your brain that it becomes a junk drawer. This can lead to cases where you never find that hex wrench to tighten up your shelf or realize you threw away that iPhone 4 case to make space only two days before you end up needing it. ▼ This is your brain on smartphones. In other words, your frontal lobe becomes a mess of trivial information, making it hard to access the important things in life. As a result, the smartphone dementia sufferer experiences symptoms similar to an actual dementia sufferer, with the exception that a person with smartphone dementia still retains the cognitive ability to be aware of it. The other main differences are that smartphone dementia can affect people of all ages but is reversible with the right treatment, and that's where the Kanamachi Ekimae Neurological Clinic comes in. This is the first clinic to offer a smartphone dementia program to help people use their devices in ways that don't diminish their quality of life. ▼ Moderation is the key. They mention warning signs of smartphone dementia as always having a smartphone on hand, having trouble recalling people's names quickly, forgetting how to write kanji characters (akin to forgetting how to spell in English), having to take photos of things to remember them, always feeling sleep deprived, lacking motivation, and poor organizational skills for everyday tasks. Treatment depends on a patient's current smartphone usage habits and mental condition, based on an interview and dementia tests if necessary. It can vary from simple lifestyle alterations to medication as needed, and although the clinic is in Tokyo, consultations can be done from anywhere in Japan online. Whether you require the help of medical professionals or not, the key lesson to stave off smartphone dementia is to take enough time away from your phone or other devices to savor the finer things in life, like maintaining a bonsai tree, building Gundam models, or taking photos of trains… Oh wait, don't do that last one. It rarely ends well. Source: Kanamachi Ekimae Neurological Clinic, PR Wire, Friday Digital Featured image: Pakutaso Insert images: © SoraNews24, Pakutaso ● Want to hear about SoraNews24's latest articles as soon as they're published? Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
iPhone owners warned as two popular models added to doomed ‘vintage' list & there's a costly consequence for Apple fans
TWO beloved iPhone models have been doomed to Apple's dreaded "vintage list" and affected users must be careful going forward. Tech companies routinely discontinue products after so many years to make way for shiny new gadgets. 3 iPhone 7 was released back in 2016 Credit: Alamy 3 The iPhone 8 was the last flagship iPhone to feature a Touch ID button Credit: Alamy 3 Both move into Apple's 'vintage' list Credit: Alamy Apple downgrades its older devices into a When a device falls into the vintage category it means repairs can become quite difficult. The definition is important for Apple fans, as once your iPhone enters the vintage stage getting it repaired can become tricky. While these devices are still eligible for repair, it is based on the availability of parts which will soon run out. Read more about Apple Apple defines iPhones and other products as vintage when sales were stopped more than five years ago but less than seven years ago. After seven years, they become obsolete resulting in no hardware service at all. The latest additions to the vintage list are the iPhone 7 Plus and the These were announced way back in September 2016 and September 2017 respectively. Most read in Tech The iPhone 8 was notable for being the last flagship iPhone to feature the home button and Touch ID, before it was axed entirely for Face ID on the Apple's list currently only lists the 64GB and 256GB versions of the iPhone 8 as vintage, but the 128GB version isn't. Apple reveals 'Safety Check' trick to instantly stop exposing your pics and location The (PRODUCT)RED versions of the iPhone 8 were already on the vintage list. Elsewhere, Apple bumped the Here is the full list of "vintage" iPhones as it now stands: iPhone 4 (8GB) iPhone 5 iPhone 6 iPhone 7 Plus iPhone SE iPhone 8 (64GB, 256GB) iPhone 8 Red iPhone 8 Plus Red iPhone X And these are the iPhones that are obsolete: iPhone iPhone 3G (China mainland) 8GB iPhone 3G 8GB, 16GB iPhone 3GS (China mainland) 16GB, 32GB iPhone 3GS (8GB) iPhone 3GS 16GB, 32GB iPhone 4 CDMA iPhone 4 CDMA (8GB) iPhone 4 16GB, 32GB iPhone 4 GSM (8GB), Black iPhone 4S iPhone 4S (8GB) iPhone 5C iPhone 5S iPhone 6 Plus iPhone 6s (32GB) iPhone 6s Plus (32GB) Time to upgrade? Analysis by Jamie Harris, Assistant Technology and Science Editor at The Sun If you own an affected device you only really have two choices. Fix any issues you're aware of now while parts are still available - but bear in mind that the cost to get this repair may not be worth it compared to the value of your smartphone today. Or, upgrade. Of course, upgrading to a brand new phone is expensive but it may cost you less in the long run compared to repairs, especially as your current phone will be more prone to further breakages and is likely to go completely kaput soon.
The Verge
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Verge
Grid's framed retro gadgets are up to 40 percent off for Father's Day
Whether you're hunting for a last-minute graduation gift or an early Father's Day present, Grid Studio's deconstructed gadgets are worth a look. The company transforms old-school electronics into collages in shadowbox-style frames, which make for truly memorable gifts. And now through May 27th, many are currently steeply discounted in honor of Father's Day. From vintage smartphones to classic gaming consoles, there are plenty of nostalgic gadgets on sale. Apple fans can snag classics like the iPhone 4 for $99 ($70 off), matching its all-time low, or go even further back with the first-generation iPhone 2G for $299 ($400 off). For gamers, the Game Boy Color is on sale for $149 ($100 off) and the PlayStation Portable 1000 (PSP) for $99, down from $229. Even better, in some instances, you can also get an extra 15 percent on other pieces when you use the promo code FA15 like the original NES controller, which is available for $143.65 (around $55 off). That also includes other kinds of tech, like the i Pod Photo for $169.15 ($80 off), the Xbox One Controller for $143.65 ($55 off), and even the iconic Nokia 3310 from the year 2000 for $118.15 ($51 off). Grid Game Boy Color $24936% off $159 Grid's framed Game Boy Color puts Nintendo's famed handheld from 1998 on full display, including the casing, buttons, and even the internal gadgetry. $159 at Grid
The Star
22-05-2025
- The Star
Apple adds iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone 8 to vintage list: What it means for users
The company touted the iPhone 7 plus as the first iPhone to feature an additional 12-megapixel telephoto lens as part of its dual rear camera setup. — Apple Apple has added two new entries to its vintage products list. Website 9to5Mac reported that the iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone 8 (64GB and 256GB) has become the latest entries in the 'iPhone products vintage worldwide' list. Previous entries include iPhone 4 (8GB), iPhone 5 and iPhone X. According to Apple on its support page, products are considered vintage when the company stopped distributing them for sale more than five and less than seven years ago. Once the company has stopped distributing a product for sale for more than seven years, it will be classified as obsolete by Apple. All hardware services will be discontinued and service providers can no longer order parts for obsolete products. Apple device owners may obtain service and parts from service providers for a minimum of five years from when the company last distributed the product for sale. The iPhone 7 Plus was first released in Malaysia back in 2016, priced from RM3,799. The company touted the model as the first iPhone to feature an additional 12-megapixel telephoto lens as part of its dual rear camera setup. AR feature on iPhone 8. — Apple Apple released the iPhone 8 in 2017, priced from RM3,649 where wireless charging was introduced for the first time for the iPhone. The company also claimed the device as the first smartphone designed for augmented reality.
