Comprising a microprocessor, an LCD, a 32.768-kHz crystal, and little else, the basic countdown-timer circuit in Figure 1 operates from a commonly available CR2032 lithium-coin-cell battery. Based on ...

England's first digital "countdown" timers telling pedestrians how long they have to safely cross the road have been unveiled in London. London Mayor Boris Johnson is trialling the technology for 18 ...

Work from home is no less than a task, especially for people like me who are always on-the-move to test cameras, smartphones, and outdoor gadgets for a living. I have been working from home for 21-day ...

Are crosswalk timers a countdown to disaster? Kevin Fleming checks into new research on crosswalk timers and crashes. Crosswalk countdown timers are installed to let pedestrians know how much time ...

Celebrated chefs often compare running a kitchen to running an army, and precise timing is key to their success. But being able to keep track of everything on the stovetop and in the oven can be ...