These smart earplugs block noise, but keep your smartphone alerts

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With all the sensory input being transmitted to us through headphones, smartphones and interactive screens, the next great technological solution may revolve around figuring out how to turn all those signals off.

Now, a new wearable called Hush, created by three engineering students from the University of California, San Diego, is using smart-device technology to do just that — at least when it comes to hearing

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The smart earplugs, which use noise-canceling technology to block outside sounds, work in concert with your smartphone via an associated app (compatible with both iOS and Android); they help you achieve complete silence, without having to miss important updates and alarms on your mobile device Read more...

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