This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grists weekly newsletter here. Two white men in their 60s live hundreds of miles away from each other, one in Arizona and the other in Washington state. They are the same age and have identical socioeconomic backgrounds. They also have similar habits and are in roughly the same physical shape. But the man in Arizona is aging more quickly than the man in Washington 14 months faster, to be exact. Neither man smokes or drinks. Both exercise regularly. So why is the subject living in the desert Southwest more than a year older at the cellular level than his counterpart in the Pacific Northwest? A study published this week in the journal Science Advances makes the case that extreme heat is aging millions of Americans more quickly than their counterparts in cooler climates. The impact of chronic exposure to high temperatures, researchers found, is equivalent to the effect of habitual smoking on cellular aging. As global average temperatures continue to rise due to the greenhouse gas effect caused by burning fossil fuels, wider swaths of the global population are being exposed to extreme heat, which has killed more than 21,000 Americans since 1999. In 2023, Phoenix, Arizona, where some of the people analyzed in the study live, saw 31 days straight of temperatures above 110 degrees Fahrenheit. That year was the warmest year on record globally a record that was quickly surpassed by 2024. Exposure to above-average heat has serious short-and long-term health repercussions. People may experience heat-related illness, such as dehydration and fainting, or sustain heat stroke the most serious form of heat-related illness that can lead to death. Older adults and young children are particularly vulnerable to these impacts because they have trouble thermoregulating, or maintaining a steady internal body temperature. Over months and years, heat exposure can exacerbate existing chronic conditions like kidney and cardiovascular disease, and raise a persons risk of mental health issues and dementia. Eun Young Choi, a postdoctoral gerontological researcher at the University of Southern Californias Leonard Davis School of Gerontology and the lead author of the study, wanted to find out what might be driving the long-term health consequences of exposure to extreme heat on a cellular level, particularly in people approaching their 60s. She was particularly interested in nonclinical manifestations of heat exposure, meaning she hoped to capture how heat was affecting people who werent showing up in emergency rooms with heat-related illness or heat stroke. Her hypothesis was that heat was chipping away at overall health, whether or not someone could feel it acutely. In order to test that theory, Choi analyzed blood samples from more than 3,600 people over the age of 56 who had participated in a large national health and retirement study. Those participants had taken a blood test in 2016 or 2017. Choi and her coauthor, Jennifer Ailshire, then used weather and climate data to estimate how many heat days, as defined by the National Weather Service, each participant had been exposed to in the years, months, and days leading up to the date of the blood test. They sorted the participants into demographic groups based on race, socioeconomic status, exercise habits, and other factors, and then compared the people in those groups to each other using a series of biological tests that determine how quickly a persons cells are aging. Read Next: A crisis of isolation is making heat waves more deadly With longer-term heat exposure one year and six years we see a consistent association between heat and [cellular] age across different biological tests, Choi said. People living in places where temperatures are at or above 90 degrees F for half of the year have experienced up to 14 months more biological aging compared to people living in areas with fewer than 10 days of temperatures at or above 90 degrees. This study is one of the first empirical assessments suggesting that longer-term exposure to heat is directly associated with an acceleration of the aging process, said Vivek Shandas, a professor at Portland State University who studies the effects of climate change on cities and was not involved in the study. It adds to the existing work by suggesting that near-term mortality may be the result of older adults having longer-term and periodic exposures to heat. Two previous studies found that people exposed to heat age more quickly, and studies in mice consistently show that heat ages cells, but Chois study is the first nationally representative research to draw the connection. The size and diversity of her pool of subjects helped drown out many of the factors that usually sully this type of data. Choi didnt find any major differences between demographics an indication that heat damages cells across the board in older individuals. What Choi didnt account for, however, are all the ways people adapt to protect themselves from heat. Some people, particularly wealthier Americans, might stay inside with the air conditioning blasting all day and night. Previous research has shown that above-average temperatures dont affect all populations equally. Extreme heat is particularly dangerous for people who live in urban areas with patchy tree cover and lots of concrete. These zones, in places like New York City and Chicago, are called urban heat islands, and they can get up to 7 degrees F hotter than surrounding rural areas. Urban heat islands tend to coincide with neighborhoods where nonwhite communities were historically confined by racist zoning practices, which is one reason that the average person of color is exposed to more severe heat in urban areas than the average non-Hispanic white person. These populations are also less likely to be able to afford air conditioning. We know that some demographics, such as those working outside, unhoused populations, people living in urban heat islands, incarcerated populations, and lower-income residents generally have longer periods of exposure to extreme heat (over decades), Shandas said. Accordingly, we might draw on these findings to suggest that some certain populations will need greater attention and care as we see forecasts for heat waves. Choi hopes future studies will continue to tease out these differences, particularly because by 2040, 1 in 5 Americans will be 65 or older up from 1 in 8 in the year 2000. The results of Chois study also have implications for all age groups, not just people in their 50s and older. I dont think the underlying biology is significantly different, she said. We would expect to see some significant effects of heat in younger adults. And we really need to track people from their birth to older ages to see whether any of these effects can be reversible. This article originally appeared in Grist at https://grist.org/health/extreme-heat-cellular-age-aging-smoking/. Grist is a nonprofit, independent media organization dedicated to telling stories of climate solutions and a just future. Learn more at Grist.org

By Ed Cara Published March 2, 2025 | Comments (0) | When delivered up the nose, the experimental antibody treatment foralumab might be able to keep the immune system from going haywire after a traumatic brain injury. Di Studio via Shutterstock The best treatment for a hard knock on the head might someday involve a quick sniff of a nasal spray. Researchers have found early evidence in mice that an antibody-based treatment delivered up the nose can reduce the brain damage caused by concussions and more serious traumatic injuries. Scientists at Mass General Brigham conducted the study, published Thursday inNature Neuroscience. In brain-injured mice, the experimental spray appeared to improve the brains natural acute healing process while also reducing damaging inflammation later on. The findings could lead to a genuine prophylactic against the long-term impacts of traumatic brain injuries and other conditions like stroke, the researchers say. Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, are a persistent public health problem. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 200,000 Americans were hospitalized by a TBI in 2020, while nearly 70,000 died as a result. Scientists are also learning that TBIs, including the mild ones that we call concussions, can cause lingering neurological issues and may even raise the risk of dementia decades later. While there are ways to reduce the acute harm caused by TBIs, such as plenty of rest for concussions or surgery for serious injuries, theres no established medication for preventing the chronic effects of it (that said, brain rehabilitation therapy is often an important part of recovery). In recent years, however, Mass General Brigham researchers have been studying an experimental lab-made antibody called foralumab thats shown promise for neurological conditions like multiple sclerosis. So they decided to see whether foralumab might also be useful for TBIs. Foralumab, developed by the company Tiziana Life Sciences, targets a specific group of proteins that interact with the brains immune cells, called CD3. This suppression of CD3, the teams earlier work has suggested, increases the activity of certain immune cells known as regulatory T cells (Treg). As the name implies, these cells help regulate the brains immune response to make sure it doesnt go haywire.Traumatic brain injury is a leading cause of death and disabilityincluding cognitive declineand chronic inflammation is one of the key reasons, said lead researcher Saef Izzy, head of the Immunology of Brain Injury Program at Brigham and Womens Hospital, in a statement from Mass General. In their latest mice study, the researchers found that foralumabvia the increased activity of Treg cellsimproved aspects of the brains immediate healing from a traumatic injury. The dosed mices microglia (the brains unique first line of immune defense) became better at eating and cleaning up after damaged cells, for instance. Afterward, the drug also appeared to prevent microglia from becoming chronically inflamed, As a result, relative to mice in a control group, mice treated with foralumab up to three days post-injury experienced greater improvements in their motor function and coordination.These findings suggest that nasal anti-CD3 represents a promising new therapeutic approach for treating TBI and potentially other forms of acute brain injury, the researchers wrote. Studies in mice and other animals are only the first step in proving that a new drug or vaccine can work as hoped. Quite obviously, more research is needed to validate the drugs potential for TBI treatment. But foralumab has already shown early positive results in human trials for MS, with other trials for Alzheimers and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis having started or soon to be underway. That raises hope that this antibody can become a new and much needed treatment option for numerous brain conditions, TBI included.Daily NewsletterYou May Also Like By Ed Cara Published February 6, 2025 By Ed Cara Published January 19, 2025 By Ed Cara Published January 16, 2025 By Ed Cara Published January 12, 2025 By Ed Cara Published December 4, 2024 By Ed Cara Published December 3, 2024

Educational Spaces as Cultural and Civic Hubs in the Middle East: 7 Projects Redefining Public EngagementSave this picture!Issam Fares Institute American University of Beirut / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Luke HayesEducation has long been a driving force in the Middle East, shaping knowledge, encouraging innovation, and strengthening cultural identity. In recent years, educational architecture in the region has expanded beyond its academic function, evolving into public gathering spaces and cultural hubs. These institutions are designed not only for learning but also for dialogue, research, and collaboration, often integrating open courtyards, multi-use public areas, and architectural elements that reflect local heritage. Whether through their physical openness, adaptability, or connection to the urban environment, these spaces reinforce the idea that universities and research centers are essential to civic life.This shift is visible in built projects across the region. In Lebanon, the Issam Fares Institute at AUB provides accessible spaces for research and policy discussions, while the Sheikh Nahyan Centre for Arabic Studies serves as an intellectual and cultural meeting point. In Saudi Arabia, KAUST and Princess Nora Bint Abdulrahman University integrate research, education, and public engagement within expansive campuses. In Jordan, the International Amman Academy creates a village-like environment that blends learning with outdoor public space. In Egypt, the Jameel Center in Downtown Cairo, originally part of the American University in Cairo, has been reactivated as part of the GrEEK Campus, a hub for technology and entrepreneurship. Together, these institutions demonstrate how educational spaces in the Middle East are evolving into centers for social, intellectual, and cultural exchange.Read on to discover how these institutions are redefining educational architecture in the Middle East. Related Article Spaces that Educate: The Role of Architectural Design on International Education Day Issam Fares Institute / Zaha Hadid Architects Hamra, LebanonSave this picture!The Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs at AUB, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, is a research and policy center that integrates into the university's campus. The building is designed to be accessible, with multiple entry points that connect it to key circulation routes, making it a natural part of the daily movement of students and faculty. One of its defining architectural features is the cantilevered structure, which reduces its footprint and creates a shaded courtyard beneath, functioning as an informal gathering space. The building's layout is open and interconnected, with research lounges, seminar rooms, and a reading area arranged to encourage interaction. The double-height entrance courtyard acts as an extension of the surrounding landscape, providing a covered public space for casual meetings and discussions. Inside, transparent partitions and open circulation routes promote visibility and engagement between different working areas. The 100-seat auditorium is positioned to allow for larger public events and lectures without disrupting the daily functions of the institute. Through its design, the building encourages a fluid exchange of ideas, using spatial openness and circulation to support its role as a hub for research, discussion, and policy development.Princess Nora Bint Abdulrahman University / Perkins & WillSaudi ArabiaSave this picture!Princess Nora Bint Abdulrahman University (PNU), designed by Perkins+Will in collaboration with Dar Al-Handasah, is the largest woman-only academic and cultural hub. It is designed exclusively for women's education and professional development in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Serving 60,000 students, the campus integrates academic, medical, and recreational facilities along with a monorail system, creating a self-sufficient urban environment. Architecturally, the university incorporates regional design elements, such as mashrabiya-style latticework, which provides privacy while maintaining visibility in exterior spaces. The project was built as a fully realized master plan, ensuring all facilities were completed simultaneously rather than evolving over time. Beyond classrooms, the campus includes research centers, sports facilities, and gathering spaces, supporting both education and social interaction. Its design reflects a dedicated space for women's higher learning, creating both academic growth and public engagement within a structured and secure environment.IAA / Symbiosis Designs LTDAmman, JordanSave this picture!The International Amman Academy (IAA), designed by Symbiosis Designs, is organized as a "garden village" campus, integrating educational spaces with outdoor areas that encourage interaction. The layout consists of multiple buildings connected by open courtyards and gardens, rather than a single institutional block. The gardens are designed with thematic elements, ranging from playful areas for younger students to more reflective spaces for older students, creating different environments for gathering, movement, and learning outside the classroom. At the entrance, the administrative building includes an art gallery, providing a public-facing cultural space within the campus. A defining feature of the campus is the wind towers, which are integrated into the buildings to provide natural ventilation, daylight, and cooling. These towers also serve as visual markers, creating a rhythm across the school's skyline. Through its open circulation, public spaces, and layered architectural design, IAA acts as civic and cultural hubs, incorporating elements that extend beyond classrooms to create spaces for gathering, reflection, and cultural expression.The Abdul Latif Jameel Center / Dar Al-HandasahCairo, EgyptSave this picture!Save this picture!The Abdul Latif Jameel Center for Middle East Management Studies, designed by Dar Al-Handasah and completed in 1989, is an educational and cultural hub in Downtown Cairo. Originally built as part of the American University in Cairo (AUC), the center integrates modernist design with Mamluk architectural influences, featuring fair-faced concrete faades, wooden mashrabiyyas, and marble arches. These elements reference Cairo's historic architectural vocabulary while serving functional purposes, such as passive cooling and light control.Beyond its role in business education and management training, the Jameel Center has evolved into a key part of Cairo's innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem. Today, it is incorporated into the GrEEK Campus, a major technology and startup hub, extending its use beyond academia. Situated in the heart of Downtown Cairo, the center remains an active space for learning, collaboration, and cultural exchange, reflecting how educational buildings in the Middle East continue to adapt and serve broader societal needs.Gooyesh Institute / SATRAP Architectural StudioIsfahan, IranSave this picture!The Gooyesh Institute, designed by SATRAP Architectural Studio, is a multi-purpose educational and cultural hub that combines language training facilities with public gathering spaces. The four-story building, covering 918 square meters, houses classrooms, a library, administrative offices, an internet area, a bookstore, and a cafeteria, making it a space for both learning and social interaction. The faade design integrates Persian architectural references, featuring a 'Metal Amood' structure that wraps the building, creating a visual identity while filtering light and shadow throughout the day. The faade also incorporates engraved text, including educational quotes, reinforcing the institute's role as a space for knowledge exchange.Inside, the layout is designed for flexibility, with hybrid mechanical systems for climate control and intelligent energy management. The combination of educational functions, communal spaces, and an expressive architectural identity establishes the Gooyesh Institute as a gathering space that extends beyond its role as a language school, engaging with the urban environment and broader community.King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) / HOK Thuwal, Saudi ArabiaSave this picture!King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), designed by HOK, is a large-scale academic and research hub in Saudi Arabia that integrates educational, residential, and cultural functions. The campus and university town were planned together, providing facilities for students, faculty, and researchers in a connected environment. The main campus consists of ten buildings facing the Red Sea, housing administrative offices, student services, a library, a mosque, labs, and research centers. A coastal studies center is also part of the university's expansion.The architectural design incorporates passive cooling strategies, with large shaded walkways, perforated roofs, and fountains to regulate temperature. Open courtyards and circulation routes between buildings create gathering spaces, reinforcing KAUST as a place for both research and social interaction. The library and research buildings include open bridges and triple-height spaces, visually connecting different areas and encouraging collaboration. With its combination of academic, public, and residential spaces, KAUST is designed as an educational and cultural hub, supporting scientific research while integrating elements of traditional Middle Eastern architecture in a contemporary setting.Sheikh Nahyan Centre for Arabic Studies / Fouad Samara Architects Koura, LebanonSave this picture!The Sheikh Nahyan Centre for Arabic Studies and Intercultural Dialogue (CASID) at the University of Balamand, designed by Fouad Samara Architects, is a cultural and academic hub dedicated to intellectual exchange and research on Arabic heritage. Positioned on a sloping site with views of the campus, a walnut grove, and the Mediterranean Sea, the building is designed to be open and accessible from all sides, reinforcing its role as a platform for dialogue and learning. CASID follows the spatial logic of traditional Levantine courtyard buildings, but instead of enclosing itself, it integrates with the surrounding landscape. The eastern section is embedded into the terrain, reflecting traditional hillside construction, while the western section cantilevers out toward the campus, creating a prominent entrance. The rooftop serves as a public space, offering green areas and panoramic views. The use of local materials, such as rough shuttered concrete and honed basalt floors, connects the building to regional construction traditions, while aluminum sun baffles on the western faade reinterpret Arabesque patterns in a modern form. By combining educational spaces with public gathering areas, CASID functions as both a research institute and a cultural meeting point, supporting interdisciplinary exchange within the university and the broader community.This article is part of an ArchDaily curated series that focuses on built projects from our own database grouped under specific themes related to cities, typologies, materials, or programs. Every month, we will highlight a collection of structures that find a common thread between previously uncommon contexts, unpacking the depths of influence on our built environments. As always, at ArchDaily, we highly appreciate the input of our readers. If you think we should mention specific ideas, please submit your suggestions.Image gallerySee allShow lessAbout this authorNour FakharanyAuthorCite: Nour Fakharany. "Educational Spaces as Cultural and Civic Hubs in the Middle East: 7 Projects Redefining Public Engagement" 02 Mar 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1027464/educational-spaces-as-cultural-and-civic-hubs-in-the-middle-east-7-projects-redefining-public-engagement&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

Graa Funicular / Atelier BugioSave this picture! Alexander BogorodskiyArchitects: Atelier BugioAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:163 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Alexander BogorodskiySave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. Following a logic of typological continuity, the mechanical solution of the funicular establishes the connection to the Graa hill. Lisbon's hills have a tradition of transport mechanisms for people, most of them electric, such as various elevatorsboth vertical and inclinedand, more recently, escalators, like the one connecting Rua Garrett to Largo do Carmo.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The typological reference for this funicular was, in many aspects, the Bica Elevator, which provided answers to many of the questions we posed regarding this equipment. At the lower level, continuing the faade of Rua dos Lagares, a building opens a large door onto the street. This public entrance allows access between the street and the funicular through a "station" building, where the equipment is stored when not in use and where passengers are received before beginning their journey. The funicular has only two stops to ensure the desired flow: one at the lower level, on Rua dos Lagares, and the other at the upper level, where it meets the end of Calada da Graa. This upper stop is slightly below the viewpoint level, allowing the funicular to stop on the streetsimilar to the Bica Elevatorbefore beginning its descent.Save this picture!SPATIAL SEQUENCE - At the lower level, on Rua dos Lagares, a small station building continues the streets faade and connects the funicular route to the street through a double-height space. The building houses the mechanism and creates a "gateway" to Graa. The funicular cabin is designed with an axis that divides it into two sections: the opaque section, which contains two doorsone emergency exit and one for passengersand the transparent section, which offers passengers a view of the interior of the Convents enclosure throughout the journey, as the route runs parallel to it. The enclosure is now being transformed into a public garden. The first part of the route runs alongside the enclosure, ascending continuously through the new garden. Then, the funicular enters a small curved tunnel that passes beneath the viewpoint, reaching the connection level with Calada da Graa. As it emerges onto the street, the funicular turns its back to the viewpoints retaining wall, opening up to Jardim Augusto Gil and the river, which unfolds on the horizon of Calada da Graa.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:Lisboa, PortugalLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officeAtelier BugioOfficePublished on March 02, 2025Cite: "Graa Funicular / Atelier Bugio" [Funicular Graa / Atelier Bugio] 02 Mar 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1027156/graca-funicular-atelier-bugio&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

Samsung has unveiled its flagship Galaxy S25 phone series for 2025, and theres a lot to like: Stunning screens, capable cameras, stacks of software features, and plenty of performance. As with most new smartphones, however, many of the most important and useful upgrades arent listed on the spec sheet. If youve picked up a new Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, or Galaxy S25 Ultra, you might miss some of the most useful new features. Here are some tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your new device.1. Turn on Galaxy AIThere are numerous AI tools to try. Screenshot: Samsung David NieldAI is ubiquitous for new smartphones and the Galaxy S25 devices are built for it. They can generate artwork, rewrite text, and much more. Before you get going, you need to turn all of this on, and register for a Samsung account at the same time (if you havent already), which is free to do.Open Settings, then tap Galaxy AI and Continue, and sign up for a Samsung Account (or sign into an existing one). You then get full access to the Galaxy AI apps, including Interpreter (for live translations) and Browsing assist (for website summaries).2. Configure the Edge PanelSamsung phones come with an Edge Panel of shortcuts you can access at any time by swiping across the thin bar on the right of the display. This feature lets you create persistent shortcuts to commonly used apps and untilities. It can make your typical navigation process much quicker. To change the available shortcuts, or change the Edge Panel position, tap Display then Edge Panels from Settings.3. Adjust advanced camera settingsYou can dig deeper into the camera settings. Screenshot: Samsung David NieldThe Galaxy S25 Camera app is more powerful than you might realize at first, and there are plenty of extra settings available to tweak: Tap the Quick Settings button (four dots, just above the camera switcher button) to access some of the most useful options.From the buttons here you can make changes to exposure and color balance, as well as image quality and aspect ratio. For more options, including ISO speed and white balance, swipe across the camera modes under the shutter button, then tap More and Pro.4. Choose your assistantBy default, Galaxy S25 phones use Google Gemini as the digital AI assistant that pops up when you press and hold the power button. To change this to Samsungs own Bixby, open Settings and pick Advanced features > Side button > Long press to make the switch.5. Customize the lock screenYou get plenty of control over lock screen widgets. Screenshot: Samsung David NieldYou spend a lot of time looking at the lock screen, so make sure its customized the way you want it. From Settings, tap Lock screen and AOD to change the clock position, for example, and set how the always-on display (AOD) works when your phone is locked.More settings live in the Wallpaper and style section of Settings. Not only can you customize the lock screen wallpaper from here, you can always tap on the editable areas to change which widgets and which shortcuts are available from the lock screen.6. Transform your drawings with AIGalaxy AI can produce great pictures even if your art skills leave a lot to be desired. Open the Edge Panel from the side of the screen, then tap Drawing Assist: Draw out an image on screen with your finger or the S Pen, then tap Generate to have AI bring it properly to life. The results are somewhat inconsistent, but you can try repeatedly until you get something that fits your needs. 7. Create ambient wallpaperAmbient photos are one of your wallpaper options. Screenshot: Samsung David NieldThe Galaxy S25 can enhance a wallpaper image of your choice with ambient effects that reflect your local weather and daylight conditions. From Settings, tap Wallpaper and style > Change wallpapers > Photo ambient, then pick an image in your phones photo library.This works best with outdoor shots showing wide landscapes. When youve chosen a photo, you can preview some of the effects (like rain and snow) that might appear as conditions change. When youre happy, tap Done to confirm your choice of new wallpaper.8. Create a secure folderYou cant necessarily be sure no one else will ever have access to your phone, but you can lock away the most sensitive apps and files behind another lock screen. Think of it like another layer of security. From Settings, open the Security and privacy menu, and tap More security settings > Secure Folder.9. Get an AI-powered daily briefingThe Now Brief will keep you right up to date. Screenshot: Samsung David NieldOne of the best AI-related features in the One UI 7 software on Galaxy S25 phones is the Now Brief: A daily summary of important information, including weather and calendar updates. Open Settings, then choose Galaxy AI and Now Brief to configure the tool.There are a few different ways to launch Now Brief once youve set it up. By default, there will be a widget for it on the home screen, but you can also get at it from the Edge Panel (if its enabled), and from the notifications generated by Now Brief.10. Tweak the notifications styleYou no doubt get a host of notifications every day, and the Galaxy S25 gives you control over how distracting they are. Open up Settings, tap Notifications, and youre able to select Notification pop-up style to make these interruptions larger or smaller.11. Set up automated routinesA variety of triggers can be used for routines. Screenshot: Samsung David NieldOne of the best features of Samsungs One UI 7 take on Android 15 is access to routines, which you can find by choosing Modes and Routines from Settings. Switch to the Routines tab and you can start getting creative with these automated groups of actions.Tap the + (plus) button top right, then pick a trigger and a related action. For example, you could enable the do not disturb mode every time you turn up to the office, or dim the screen at bedtime every night. There are a host of different options to experiment with.

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