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Truecaller adds a new AI feature to detect and block more spam calls

Caller ID app Truecaller today blocks between 38 and 40 billion spam calls annually for its 374 million+ users. Now, in hopes of getting more people to sign on to its premium tiers, its turning up the dials on its filtering tech. A new Max update for Android premium subscribers uses AI to block every [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 19 Mar 2024 10:00 am

How distrust in western vaccines was born during colonialism

German colonial medicine's dark legacy includes unethical experimentation, but also breakthroughs like Bayer 205 for sleeping sickness, highlighting the complex history of Western medicine in Africa.

The Times of India 19 Mar 2024 9:33 am

Nvidias keynote at GTC held some surprises

Monday's keynote was, in a way, a return to the company's original mission. 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 19 Mar 2024 8:07 am

NVIDIA's GPUs powered the AI revolution. Its new Blackwell chips are up to 30 times faster

In less than two years, NVIDIAs H100 chips, which are used by nearly every AI company in the world to train large language models that power services like ChatGPT, made it one of the worlds most valuable companies . On Monday, NVIDIA announced a next-generation platform called Blackwell, whose chips are between seven and 30 times faster than the H100 and use 25 times less power. Blackwell GPUs are the engine to power this new Industrial Revolution, said NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang at the companys annual GTC event in San Jose attended by thousands of developers, and which some compared to a Taylor Swift concert. Generative AI is the defining technology of our time. Working with the most dynamic companies in the world, we will realize the promise of AI for every industry, Huang added in a press release . NVIDIAs Blackwell chips are named in honor of David Harold Blackwell, a mathematician who specialized in game theory and statistics. NVIDIA claims that Blackwell is the worlds most powerful chip. It offers a significant performance upgrade to AI companies with speeds of 20 petaflops compared to just 4 petaflops that the H100 provided. Much of this speed is made possible thanks the 208 billion transistors in Blackwell chips compared to 80 billion in the H100. To achieve this, NVIDIA connected two large chip dies that can talk to each other at speeds up to 10 terabytes per second. In a sign of just how dependent our modern AI revolution is on NVIDIAs chips, the companys press release includes testimonials from seven CEOs who collectively lead companies worth trillions of dollars. They include OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis, Oracle chairman Larry Ellison, Dell CEO Michael Dell, and Tesla CEO Elon Musk. There is currently nothing better than NVIDIA hardware for AI, Musk says in the statement. Blackwell offers massive performance leaps, and will accelerate our ability to deliver leading-edge models. Were excited to continue working with NVIDIA to enhance AI compute, Altman says. NVIDIA did not disclose how much Blackwell chips would cost. Its H100 chips currently run between 25,000 and $40,000 per chip, according to CNBC , and entire systems powered by these chips can cost as much as $200,000. Despite their costs, NVIDIAs chips are in high demand. Last year, delivery wait times were as high as 11 months. And having access to NVIDIAs AI chips is increasingly seen as a status symbol for tech companies looking to attract AI talent. Earlier this year, Zuckerberg touted the companys efforts to build a massive amount of infrastructure to power Metas AI efforts. At the end of this year, Zuckerberg wrote, we will have ~350k Nvidia H100s and overall ~600k H100s H100 equivalents of compute if you include other GPUs. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/nvidias-gpus-powered-the-ai-revolution-its-new-blackwell-chips-are-up-to-30-times-faster-001059577.html?src=rss

Engadget 19 Mar 2024 5:40 am

LACERA decreases venture capital allocation range, but experts say it doesnt signal a trend

The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) voted to decrease its allocation range to venture capital at a March 13 meeting. The board of investments voted to decrease its allocation range to venture capital and growth equity from between 15% and 30% of the pension systems private equity portfolio, to between 5% and 25%. [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 19 Mar 2024 4:46 am

RESPAWNs 3085 ergonomic racing-style gaming chairs start from $121 low (Reg. $180)

Amazon is offering the RESPAWN 3085 Ergonomic Gaming Chair for $121.49 shipped. Down from $180, saw fewer discounts over 2023 than some of RESPAWNs other gaming chairs, with the biggest discount dropping costs to $136 during Black Friday sales. Todays deal comes in as a 33% markdown off the going rate, beating our previous mention by $15 and marking a new all-time low. This updated 2023 model sports the popular high-back racing style, with a black treatment contrasted by white accents. It is thoroughly padded on the main cushion, the integrated headrest, and on the arms, giving you ergonomic comfort contoured for your body for however long your gaming sessions or work day might last. It features height adjustment, center-tilt control, flip-up arms, and 360 degrees of swivel action. Youll find more colorways for this chair model below. more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 4:15 am

Mintlify says customer GitHub tokens exposed in data breach

Documentation startup Mintlify says dozens of customers had GitHub tokens exposed in a data breach at the start of the month and publicly disclosed last week. Mintlify helps developers create documentation for their software and source code by requesting access and tapping directly into the customers GitHub source code repositories. Mintlify counts fintech, database and [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 19 Mar 2024 3:45 am

When Will Apple Announce WWDC 2024 Dates?

The 35th annual Worldwide Developers Conference isn't set to take place until June, but we are creeping closer to the general time when Apple tends to announce the dates for its developer event. Apple could make its first WWDC event date announcement in less than two weeks at the end of March or the beginning of April. Here are Apple's past WWDC announcement dates: 2023 - Wednesday, March 29 2022 - Tuesday, April 5 2021 - Tuesday, March 30 2020 - Friday, March 13 2019 - Thursday, March 14 2018 - Tuesday, March 13 2017 - Thursday, February 16 2016 - Monday, April 18 2015 - Tuesday, April 14 2014 - Thursday, April 3 Given these dates, we could see a WWDC announcement from Apple anytime from Tuesday, March 26 to Friday, March 29, though Apple might also hold the announcement until the next week, unveiling dates on Tuesday, April 2. WWDC Date Possibilities For the last several years, Apple held WWDC during the first week of June, and that's also the most likely target date this year. June 3 to June 7 would make the most sense based on past WWDC events, though June 10 to June 14 is also possible. Past WWDC dates: 2023 - June 5 to June 9 2022 - June 6 to June 10 2021 - June 7 to June 11 2020 - June 22 to June 26 2019 - June 3 to June 7 2018 - June 4 to June 8 2017 - June 5 to June 9 2016 - June 12 to June 17 2015 - June 8 to June 12 2014 - June 2 to June 6 WWDC Software Announcements Apple will unveil iOS 18 , iPadOS 18, macOS 15, watchOS 11, tvOS 18, HomePod Software 18, and visionOS 2 at WWDC this year, and the updates will be provided to developers directly after the keynote event. Betas will be limited to developers for the first month or so, but if Apple follows tradition, the software will be made available through public betas in July 2024. iOS 18 is the only update that we've heard much about, and Apple is said to be focusing heavily on artificial intelligence this year. There will be new AI additions across the OS, and Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman believes it could be one of the biggest updates we've seen to the iPhone in years. All of the rumors about what's coming in iOS 18 can be found in our roundup. Possible Hardware Announcements at WWDC There are no rumors yet that Apple will introduce new hardware, but we are waiting on refreshes for several Macs. Apple has yet to update the Mac Studio , Mac mini , or Mac Pro with M3 chips, so there is a possibility that some of these new Macs will see a debut at WWDC. Read More We have a dedicated WWDC 2024 roundup that will be updated on a regular basis as we learn more about what to expect from this year's developer event. Related Roundup: WWDC 2024 Related Forum: Apple, Inc and Tech Industry This article, When Will Apple Announce WWDC 2024 Dates? first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 19 Mar 2024 3:43 am

Nvidia launches a set of microservices for optimized inferencing

At its GTC conference, Nvidia today announced Nvidia NIM, a new software platform designed to streamline the deployment of custom and pre-trained AI models into production environments. NIM takes the software work Nvidia has done around inferencing and optimizing models and makes it easily accessible by combining a given model with an optimized inferencing engine [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 19 Mar 2024 3:30 am

Nvidia enlists humanoid robotics biggest names for new AI platform, GR00T

Its tough to argue with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang when he notes, Building foundation models for general humanoid robots is one of the most exciting problems to solve in AI today. The humanoid form factor is one of the most hotly contested topics in the world of robotics at the moment, raising venture capital by [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 19 Mar 2024 3:30 am

TechCrunch Space: $paceX

Welcome back to TechCrunch Space. This is an uncommonly SpaceX-heavy issue. Apologies (or you're welcome). 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 19 Mar 2024 3:30 am

Enjoy kebobs, shawarma, rotisserie and more with NutriChefs vertical rotating oven at $90

Amazon is offering the NutriChef Vertical Rotating Oven for $90 shipped, after clipping the on-page $20 off coupon . Already down from its $129 price tag, this appliance spent 2023 regularly fluctuating between its MSRP and a $90 annual low, completely missing out and even disappearing from storefronts before Black Friday and Christmas sales. Now its back today as a combined 30% markdown off the going rate, beating out our previous mention by $12 and landing at the fourth-lowest price overall while also being the lowest price we have tracked in the last year. more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 3:25 am

Greenworks 24V 600 PSI cordless power cleaner falls to $124 (Save $76), more from $174

Amazon is offering the Greenworks 24V 600 PSI Cordless Power Cleaner with two 2.0Ah batteries for $123.99 shipped. Regularly fetching $200, it began 2023 with a discount to $145 before quickly rising back to its MSRP. Throughout the rest of the year it saw regular discounts, often once per month to higher varying prices until September and December saw a return to the $145 rate it began at. Since 2024 began, it has been slowly trickling down past the 2023 low, with todays deal coming in as a 38% markdown off the going rate, landing it at the second-lowest price we have tracked just $4 above the all-time low from 2022. more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 2:59 am

Apple Working on Solution for EU Core Technology Fee Possibly Bankrupting Apps That Go Unexpectedly Viral

Since Apple announced plans for the 0.50 euro Core Technology Fee that apps distributed using the new EU App Store business terms must pay, there have been ongoing concerns about what that fee might mean for a developer that suddenly has a free app go viral. Apple's VP of regulatory law Kyle Andeers today met with developers during a workshop on Apple's Digital Markets Act compliance. iOS developer Riley Testut, best known for Game Boy Advance emulator GBA4iOS, asked what Apple would do if a young developer unwittingly racked up millions in fees. Testut explained that when he was younger, that exact situation happened to him. Back in 2014 as an 18-year-old high school student, he released GBA4iOS outside of the App Store using an enterprise certificate. The app was unexpectedly downloaded more than 10 million times, and under Apple's new rules with Core Technology Fee, Testut said that would have cost $5 million euros, bankrupting his family. He asked whether Apple would actually collect that fee in a similar situation, charging the high price even though it could financially ruin a family. In response, Andeers said that Apple is working on figuring out a solution, but has not done so yet. He said Apple does not want to stifle innovation and wants to figure out how to keep young app makers and their parents from feeling scared to release an app. Andeers told Testut to stay tuned for an answer. What we are trying to do is tear apart a model that has been integrated for 15 years. And so for 15 years, the way we've monetized everything was through the commission. It covered everything from technology to distribution to payment processing, and the beauty of that model is that it allowed developers to take risks. Apple only got paid if the developer got paid, and that was an incredible engine for innovation over the last 15 years. We've seen it go from 500 apps to more than 1.5 million. To your point, we've seen kids everywhere from 8-year-olds, 9-year-olds, 10-year-olds, to teenagers come up with some amazing applications and it's been one of the great success stories of the App Store. In terms of the Core Technology Fee and our business model, we had to change. The mandates of the DMA forced us to tear apart what we had built and price each component individually. And so we now have a fee associated with technology, tools, and services, we now have a fee associated with distribution and the services we provide through the App Store, and then we have a separate fee for payment processing if a developer wants to use it. To your point - what is the impact on the dreamer, the kid who is just getting started. It could be a kid, it could be an adult, it could be a grandparent. We want to continue to encourage those sorts of developers. We build a store based on individual entrepreneurs, not so much catering to large corporate interests. And so we really wanted to figure out how do we solve for that. We haven't figured out that solution here. I fully appreciate that. We looked at the data. We didn't see many examples of where you had that viral app or an app just took off that incurred huge costs. That said, I don't care what the data said. We don't care what the data said. We want people to continue to feel... and not be scared... some parents... hey, I've got four kids who play around with this stuff. I don't have five million euros to pay. This is something we need to figure out, and it is something we're working on. So I would say on that one, stay tuned. It is not clear when Apple might come up with a solution or what that solution might be, but it sounds like the company might soon have some kind of option for these rare fringe cases when an app goes unexpectedly viral. The 0.50 euro Core Technology Fee (CTF) that Apple is charging applies to all apps created under Apple's new business terms, both those distributed in the App Store and those distributed outside of the App Store in the European Union. The CTF must be paid for every first app install over one million installs. A free app that is distributed outside of the App Store and downloaded over a million times will owe 0.50 euros for every subsequent first install, aka the first time a customer downloads an app on a device each year. The fee is incurred whether or not an app charges, creating a situation where an app developer could owe Apple money without ever making a dime. As it stands, the CTF is a major unknown for any kind of freemium or free app built under the new business terms that might go viral, effectively making it very risky to develop a free or freemium app outside of the App Store. A free or freemium app that gets two million annual first installs would need to pay an estimated $45,290 in fees per month, or more than half a million dollars per year, even with no money earned. That's not a sustainable model for free apps, and freemium apps would need to earn at least 0.50 euros per user to break even. App developers are able to continue to use Apple's current App Store business terms instead of adopting the new terms, paying just 15 to 30 percent commission to Apple with no change. That prevents distribution outside of the App Store, and it prevents developers from using third-party alternative payment solutions in the App Store. Adopting any of the new features that Apple has implemented because of the Digital Markets Act requires opting in to the updated business terms. Apple has been tweaking the app ecosystem rules that it introduced in the European Union based on developer feedback. Developers can now opt back in to the current App Store rules after trying out the new rules, though this is only available one time. Apple also recently did away with an app marketplace restriction that required alternative marketplaces to offer apps from any third-party developer that wanted to participate. Third-party app stores are now able to offer apps only from their own catalog, and developers will soon be able to distribute apps directly from their websites as long as they meet Apple's requirements. Note that all of these changes are limited to the European Union, and the App Store is operating as before in the United States and other countries. Tags: App Store , European Union , Apple Developer Program This article, Apple Working on Solution for EU Core Technology Fee Possibly Bankrupting Apps That Go Unexpectedly Viral first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 19 Mar 2024 2:37 am

HONOR Partners With Black Myth: Wukong For Spatial Audio On The MagicBook Pro 16

HONOR has unveiled an exciting collaboration with the highly anticipated action role-playing game, Black Myth: Wukong , showcasing an innovative advancement in spatial audio technology on the newly launched HONOR MagicBook Pro 16; Boasting six speakers, including four woofers and two tweeters, the MagicBook Pro 16 claims the title of the worlds first spatial audio laptop on a Windows-based platform. With a focus on elevating the gaming experience, HONOR tailored the sound composition, production plans, and design concepts of the MagicBook Pro 16 to align with the immersive world of Black Myth: Wukong. Leveraging HONORs Spatial Audio Technology, the laptop enhances the games sound effects, transporting players into dynamic in-game environments like jungles, valleys, caves, and deserts. The spatial audio technology meticulously reproduces sound details, capturing character interactions, weapon swings, and spellcasting with remarkable precision. For a glimpse of the spatial audio experience offered by the HONOR MagicBook Pro 16, a preview audio feed is available here . The collab between HONOR and Black Myth: Wukong underscores a commitment to delivering unparalleled gaming immersion and sets the stage for an exciting release on August 20, 2024 . For more information about the game, check out this link on the Epic Store. HONOR Partners With Black Myth: Wukong For Spatial Audio On The MagicBook Pro 16 , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .

Ubergizmo 19 Mar 2024 2:10 am

X users are still complaining about arbitrary shadowbanning

Users of Elon Musk-owned X (formerly Twitter) continue complaining the platform is engaging in shadowbanning aka restricting the visibility of posts by applying a temporary label to accounts that can limit the reach/visibility of content without providing clarity over why its imposed the sanctions. Running a search on X for the phrase temporary [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 19 Mar 2024 2:09 am

Playtrons wildly ambitious gaming OS aims to unite stores, lure core casuals

Headed by former Cyanogen CEO, it's a Linux OS that might not be fully open.

Ars Technica 19 Mar 2024 2:06 am

mophies 20,000mAh 20W USB-C Powerstation XL power bank is now $48 (Reg. $60)

Today only, as part of its Lightning Deals, Amazon is now offeringmophies 2023 model Powerstation XL Power Bank for $48 shipped . This 20,000mAh solution regularly fetches $60, much like it is directly from ZAGG , and is now at the lowest price we can find. Todays deal comes within $8 of the Amazon all-time low with a solid 20% in savings. It debuted for the first time back in February of last year alongside the morepowerful 27,000mAh model that goes for $174with some extra features in tow. Todays discounted mophie Powerstation XL brings 20,000mAh of power to yourEDC or travel kit alongside a pair of USB-A ports and a 20W USB-C PD Fast Charging input/output. mophie says it is made of 50% post-consumer recycled plastic with a fabric finish that prevents scuffs and scratches it also ships with a 2-year warranty and also includes a 4-light LED power indicator for a heads-up look at the internal batterys charge status. Get a closer look right here and head below for more. more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 2:03 am

LG CineBeam UHD 4K Smart Projector casts 140-inch screen for return $997 low (Reg. $1,500)

Amazon is offering the LG CineBeam HU70LAB UHD 4K Smart Home Theater Projector for $996.99 shipped. Down from its $1,500 price tag, this projectors prices fluctuated for most of 2023 between its MSRP and $1,200. As fall rolled around costs began dropping further on occasion with Black Friday sales bringing it down to its $997 low. Todays deal comes in as a repeat of last months 34% markdown off the going rate and returning costs to the all-time low from Novembers Black Friday sales. more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 2:02 am

Insights from Runtime: How Kubernetes Resource Management Influences Cloud Development

The evolution of software portability converges naturally with the proliferation of easily scalable infrastructure made available by cloud computing providers. The clearest The post Insights from Runtime: How Kubernetes Resource Management Influences Cloud Development appeared first on Gigaom .

GigaOm 19 Mar 2024 2:01 am

LEGOs new Creator 3-in-1 2024 sets see first discounts from $16 (Save 20%)

LEGOs new collection of Creator 2024 sets are on sale for the very first time today. The whole new lineup of 3-in-1 models that launched back in January are now 20% off at Amazon. Easily the most popular of these sets is the new Wild Safari Animals at $51.99 shipped . This drops from $65 for the first and only time as a $13 discount. It assembles a 780-piece set that is mainly based around a giraffe. There are also two other builds, including a pair of gazelles and a buildable lion. Get a closer look in our launch coverage and then shop all the other deals from $16. more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 1:52 am

Costco 1-Year Gold Star Membership with a $20 Digital Costco Shop Card for $60

Saving on household goods can make a major difference in your annual spending. For a lot of Americans, a Costco membership helps with just that.For a limited time only, you can get a Costco 1-Year Gold Star Membership + $20 Digital Costco Shop Card* is available for just $60 . You can get a Costco 1-Year Executive Gold Star Membership + $40 Digital Costco Shop Card for $120 . more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 1:50 am

Microsoft is planning some more pre-Build AI announcements

It's shaping up to be a busy spring for Microsoft , which has multiple events lined up over the next few months. Not only is there a work and Copilot-centric event this Thursday and almost certainly an Xbox showcase coming up in early June , but Build is on the horizon. The company's major developer conference is set to run from May 21 until May 23. However, three days apparently isn't long enough to cram in everything Microsoft wants to talk about. The company sent Engadget an invite to a private event taking place on May 20, the day before Build starts. Details are scant, but Microsoft says CEO Satya Nadella will dig into its AI vision across hardware and software. There won't be a livestream of the briefing, but reporters who attend in person will learn the news first and get hands-on demos. Microsoft having an AI vision that spans across hardware and software lines up with recent reports that the company is gearing up to release its first AI PCs. This week's event is expected to include at least the business and commercial-focused versions of the OLED Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6. The consumer variants of the systems may not arrive until later this spring , though those are expected to have significant processor upgrades that will deliver huge performance and efficiency gains, according to Windows Central . They're slated to have Intel Core Ultra or Snapdragon X Elite chips with next-gen neural processing units. These chips are said to be capable of supporting more advanced AI features that Microsoft plans to bring to Windows later this year, such as on-device Copilot and a tool called AI Explorer. The latter has been described as a searchable timeline of all of your activity on a device. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-is-planning-some-more-pre-build-ai-announcements-194843363.html?src=rss

Engadget 19 Mar 2024 1:18 am

Fisker Suspends Its EV Production

After the difficult launch of its Ocean SUV, Fisker says it's pausing production for six weeks.

Wired 19 Mar 2024 1:18 am

Save $562 on Goal Zeros Yeti 1500X 1,516Wh power station at $1,239 low

The official Goal Zero Amazon storefront is offering its Yeti 1500X Portable Power Station for $1,238.50 shipped. Regularly $1,800, this particular model didnt receive any discounts in 2023 until September, with major price cuts occurring during Black Friday and Christmas holiday sales. Todays deal comes in as a 31% markdown off the going rate, giving you $562 in savings and marking a new all-time low. It even beats out Goal Zeros website where it is listed at a higher discounted rate of $1,300. more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 1:11 am

Therabodys spring sale takes 15% off percussion massagers and recovery gear from $126

For a limited time only, you can now save up to $120 on Therabody products, including a massage gun, recovery boots, and more be sure to use the code SPRING15 at checkout. Leading the way in Therabodys Spring Sale are the RecoveryAir JetBoots, now available for $679 , marked down from the original price of $799. With these recovery boots , you are able to boost circulation, delay any onset muscle soreness, and relieve general muscle fatigue; theyre wireless and can be controlled with your fingertips. Free shipping on orders over $99. Keep reading below to learn more about Therabodys Spring Sale . more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 1:08 am

TCLs 85-inch 120Hz mini-LED Google TV with AirPlay 2 lands at new $1,700 low ($700 off)

Both Best Buy and Amazon are now offering the best price yet on the 2023 model TCL 85-inch Class QM8 Q-Class mini-LED QLED 4K HDR Smart Google TV for $1,699.99 shipped . Regularly $2,400 at Best Buy, this is up to $700 in savings and the lowest price we can find. This one is also now at a new Amazon all-time low at $100 below the previous best price we tracked. Youre also looking at one of the more affordable 85-inch mini-LED displays that also delivers some notable higher-end specs like a native 120Hz panel, FreeSync Premium Pro (AMD Adaptive Sync), and Apples AirPlay 2. Head below for more details. more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 1:04 am

Google Pixel Tablet with magnetic charging dock starts from $399 (Save $100+)

Amazon is now offering theGoogle Pixel Tablet 128GB for$399 shipped. This is $100 off the usual $499 price tag and marking the second discount to date. It comes within a penny of the all-time low from back in December and is $50 under our previous mention. Those who need added storage can save on the elevated 256GB capacity at $449 . This is $150 off the usual $599 price tag and matching the all-time low for only the second time. We explore the whole experience below the fold, or you can just hop over to our hands-on review , too. more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 12:59 am

New iPads may be coming, but Apple Pencil 2 drops to to $79 Amazon all-time low (Reg. $129)

Amazon is now offering one of the best prices yet on Apple Pencil 2. The latest flagship iPad stylus drops down to $79 shipped from its usual $129 price tag. This is $50 off and marking the second-best price to date. Weve seen it down at $71 before, but that was back in December ahead of the holidays. Now, its on sale for the first time since while coming within $8 of that all-time low. This is the best Amazon has offered it for, too. more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 12:59 am

Dell tells remote workers that they wont be eligible for promotion

Report highlights big turnaround from Dell's previous pro-WFH stance.

Ars Technica 19 Mar 2024 12:37 am

Why Elon Musks AI company open-sourcing Grok matters and why it doesnt

Elon Musks xAI released its Grok large language model as open source over the weekend. The billionaire clearly hopes to set his company at odds with rival OpenAI, which, despite its name, is not particularly open. But does releasing the code for something like Grok actually contribute to the AI development community? Yes and no. [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 19 Mar 2024 12:30 am

Your home theater needs the Sonos Sub Gen 3 now that its on sale for $700 (Save $99)

Amazon is offering the latest Sonos Sub Gen 3 for $699.99 shipped. This smart subwoofer expands the rest of your Sonos setup with some added bass and drops from its usual $799 going rate. This is the second-best price to date and only the second offer of the year. Its an extra $19 under our previous 10% off mention, too. Todays offer is the lowest weve seen since the Black Friday price. more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 12:28 am

Introducing Hydrow Vista: The most immersive rower on the market

Connected rowing company, Hydrow , today launched the release of its newest rower The Hydrow Vista. Featuring cutting-edge technology and a whisper-quiet rowing experience, the Hydrow Vista is now available for preorder for $3,995 . Keep reading below to learn more. more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 12:21 am

LGs unique new StanbyME Go briefcase monitor sees first discount to $997 (Save $200)

LGs incredibly unique StanbyME Go portable monitor is going on sale for the first time since launching last fall. The briefcase monitor now sells for $996.99 shipped at B&H and comes with $200 in savings from its $1,197 MSRP. This is the only time weve seen it fall from that going rate since August when it first hit store shelves with a launch promotion down at $1,000. Youll also find it on sale directly from LG as well as over at Amazon. We take a closer look below the fold and over in our launch coverage . more

9To5Toys 19 Mar 2024 12:09 am

Tesla settles with Black worker after $3.2 million verdict in racism lawsuit

Tesla and Owen Diaz both appealed $3.2 million verdict before deciding to settle.

Ars Technica 19 Mar 2024 12:00 am

Telegram raises $330 million fresh capital through bond sales

Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov said on his channel today that the company secured $330 million in investment through bond sales last week. Durov said that the offering was oversubscribed with favorable terms to the company. This bond offering was oversubscribed, and we were delighted to have global funds of the highest caliber with [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 18 Mar 2024 11:44 pm

YC-backed digital bank Onyx Private tells customers its closing their accounts

Miami-based Onyx Private, a Y Combinator-backed digital bank that provided banking and investment services for high-earning Millennials and Gen Zers, is terminating its bank operations. In a March 13 email to a customer viewed by TechCrunch, with a subject line that read: Important Notice: Termination of Bank Operations and Account Closure Onyx wrote, We are [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 18 Mar 2024 11:32 pm

Amazons multi-platform Xbox-style Luna Wireless Gaming Controller drops to $50 today

Amazon is now offering its official Luna Wireless Gaming Controller for $49.99 shipped. Regularly $70, this is nearly 30% off the going rate and the lowest price we can find. This is the best we have tracked all year long and lands within $10 of the Black Friday listing. For those unfamiliar, the Luna controller works across your ecosystem of devices and platforms including Windows, Mac, Fire TV, Fire tablet, iPhone, iPad, Chromebook, and Android gear as a go-to shop wireless gamepad. Alongside screen switching support, it features Xbox-style asymmetric thumbsticks, easy-access bumpers, precise triggers, responsive action buttons, and a 4-way directional pad. More details below. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 11:23 pm

Razers ultra lightweight ambidextrous Viper V2 Pro gaming mouse now $50 off at $100

Amazon is now offering the Razer Viper V2 Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse from $99.99 shipped in black and white. Regularly $150, this is up to $50 in savings and the lowest price we can find. The black model is matching the lowest price we have tracked on Amazon with the white variant coming within $4 of the lowest we have tracked. Weighing in at 58 grams, this is one of lightest esports mice ever created, according to Razer. Delivering a 30K optical sensor that runs on a wider variety of surfaces including glass, it features a 90-million click lifecycle with zero double-clicking issues and the brands HYPERWIRELESS connectivity standard lightning-fast, ultra-low-latency gaming with industry-leading wireless performance. The up to 90 hours of battery life on a single charge is a nice touch as well. Head below for more. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 10:49 pm

Rivian owners can use Tesla Superchargers now, once they get their free adapter

Rivian owners can now use Tesla Supercharger stations to juice up their electric trucks and SUVs, after a software update issued during the weekend. The company first announced the integration last year , along with plans to include Teslas North American Charging Standard (NACS) ports in forthcoming vehicles. These ports wont start showing up until 2025, so Rivian has also started a program to send Tesla-made NACS adapters to current customers. The adapters will be free of charge, which calls to mind the move Ford made last month as it continues to transition to the NACS charging standard . Rivian will send out one free adapter per customer, based on the vehicles VIN number. The company hasnt announced whether this is a limited time offering or how much additional adapters will cost. As a comparison, Ford will begin charging $230 for these adapters in July. Rivian owners can select Tesla Superchargers as a charging option via the vehicles infotainment system or the manufacturers smartphone app. Everything is handled by Rivian, so theres no need to download or use the Tesla app to pay for charging. Rivians chief software officer, Wassym Bensaid, told The Verge that this will give customers access to over 15,000 more DC fast chargers across the country. The move to incorporate NACS charging into its vehicles will not impact Rivians proprietary network. The company still plans on installing thousands of DC fast chargers at hundreds of locations throughout the next few years, as part of its growing Adventure Network. Teslas charging standard is widely considered to be the best available option for EV owners , as these chargers are known to be more reliable than CCS and CHAdeMO chargers . Teslas standard is also more readily available, with more than 55,000 Supercharger stations worldwide. It wasnt so long ago that Teslas Supercharger network was exclusive to the companys vehicles. Those days are gone. Just about every major automobile manufacturer has announced plans to join the NACS party, including Subaru , Volkswagen , Honda , Toyota and Lexus , among many others. As for Rivian, the company says customers can access most V3 Tesla Superchargers using the adapter, but only some V2 chargers. The just-announced Rivian R2, R3 and R3X vehicles will all come with factory-installed NACS ports. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/rivian-owners-can-use-tesla-superchargers-now-once-they-get-their-free-adapter-170804461.html?src=rss

Engadget 18 Mar 2024 10:38 pm

Qualcomms Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 cuts down the companys flagship SoC

The s moniker doesn't make it better than the old 8 Gen 3 chip.

Ars Technica 18 Mar 2024 10:37 pm

Rivian starts offering adapters to access Teslas Supercharger network

Rivian customers can now request an adapter to tap into Teslas vast North American network of Superchargers, making it the second automaker to do so behind Ford. The company announced Monday that it will start shipping adapters to Rivian owners one per VIN starting in April for free, though it didnt say if [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 18 Mar 2024 10:34 pm

Insignias adjustable standing desks return to $200 low (Save $100) for one-day discount

Best Buy is offering three Insignia Adjustable Standing Desks for $199.99 shipped through the end of the day. Down from their usual $300 price tags, these desks saw very few discounts over 2023, with all three of them usually only brought down in costs during major sales events like Black Friday or Christmas. Prices often fluctuate down and around $250, with the biggest discounts taking things down further to $200. Todays deal comes in as a 33% markdown off the going rate and lands as a return to the all-time lowest price that we have tracked. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 10:34 pm

Tests show how the M3 MacBook Airs best feature can hinder performance

Macworld One of the major differences between the MacBook Air and the MacBook Pro is that the Air lacks cooling fans. That means the Air will slow down its performance if the task at hand causes the computer to generate excessive heat. Thats always been the case with the Airs, but apparently, its jumped to a new extreme with the M3 MacBook Air. Max Tech has done some extensive benchmarking with the M3 MacBook Air and discovered that when using the M3 Air in clamshell mode with two external displays , one of the laptops major new features, the laptop throttles so much that performance could be cut in half. Max Tech was able to do this by running the 3D Mark Wildlife Extreme benchmark for 20 minutes. After the sixth minute, the performance starts to dip and it continues to do so until about 50 percent of the performance is lost. Weve mentioned (and experienced) the MacBook Air throttling with past models, and even saw some of it while testing the new M3 MacBook Air with the laptop open. The clamshell mode (where the Air is closed while connected to external displays) shows a more drastic drop than weve seen with past Air models due to the laptops lack of a fan. The argument can be made that the situation that causes the drop is an outlier, but its not3DMark Wild Life Extreme is a 3D graphics test that performs tasks commonly used in high-end games, and Apple touts the Air as a capable gaming laptop. Also, the throttling isnt just with this one benchmark test. Max Tech saw a similar drop in Cinebench 2024 and with an Adobe Lightroom Classic image import. How to maintain M3 MacBook Air performance in clamshell mode Max Tech tried a few different things to prevent the M3 MacBook Air from throttling down. First, they used a Svalt Cooling Block , which is a laptop stand that also doubles as a heat sink, drawing away heat thats dissipating through the bottom of the case. Then they used the Svalt Cooling Block with a Svalt Cooling Fan Fx . Both methods reduced the amount of throttling, with the Block/Fan setup being better than with just the Block. Lastly, they cracked the Air case, installed thermal pads, and placed the Air on the Block with a Fan. This setup was the most successful, showing little to no throttling or performance loss. In fact, in some tests, the Air slightly outperformed the M3 MacBook Pro . Using the Svalt Cooling Block with the Cooling Fan Fx is a simple method to address the problem, but its a pricey onethe Block is $279 and the Fan is $49. Add that to the price of the $1,699 15-inch MacBook Air used in Max techs testing, and youre paying $2,023, which is $24 more than the $1,999 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro that will soon be updated to support two displays in clamshell mode like the Air. Cheaper stands with cooling fans are available, but its not known how effective they are for this purpose. Adding thermal pads is also relatively easy, but not everyone feels comfortable with cracking open a MacBook to access the inner workings. Why does the MacBook Air have no fans? So Apple can make it as thin and light as possible. However, the technology does exist where Apple could put fans in the Air without making the laptop bigger. A few months ago, I saw a demonstration of a hacked MacBook Air outfitted with Frores AirJet , which is what Frore calls a solid-state active cooling chip. Theyre fans that are a little bigger than the size of an SD Card. The AirJet drew the heat away from the Airs CPU, which allowed it to maintain performance. AirJet isnt a product consumers can buy, but it could be an option down the line as processors get more powerful and basic needs get more demanding. Apple has not commented on Max Tech findings, but Apple has always positioned the MacBook Air as a general consumer laptop that can do the occasional heavy-duty task usually done with a pro-level app. If you find yourself doing load-heavy work consistently, a MacBook Pro (which has cooling fans) is more appropriate. For more about the MacBook Air, check out our M3 MacBook Air superguide . Apple 13-inch MacBook Air (M3, 2024) Price When Reviewed: $1,099 (base) Best Prices Today: $1,049.99 at Amazon $1099 at Adorama $1099 at Apple Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (M3, 2024) Price When Reviewed: $1,299 (base) Best Prices Today: $1,234 at Amazon $1299 at Adorama $1299 at Apple Read our full Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (M3, 2024) review MacBook

Macworld 18 Mar 2024 10:29 pm

Elon Musks xAI releases Grok source and weights, taunting OpenAI

Amid criticism of OpenAI's closed models, Musk makes the Grok-1 AI model free to download.

Ars Technica 18 Mar 2024 10:25 pm

New iPads Likely to Begin Shipping in April

Apple's new iPad Pro models with OLED displays will likely begin shipping to customers in April, according to information shared today by Ross Young , CEO of display industry research firm Display Supply Chain Consultants. Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman also said the new iPad Pro models might not ship until deeper into April in his Power On newsletter on Sunday: I've repeatedly said that new software for the iPad Pro a variant of iPadOS 17.4 designed for the updated models won't be complete until the end of March or even sometime in April. Once the OS is finished, Apple needs to send it off to the factories to be installed on the new hardware. That process could last a couple weeks, probably taking us deeper into next month. Young expects Apple to announce the new iPad Pro models in late March or early April, so the devices could still be unveiled later this month. Gurman has also said that an announcement is possible as early as the end of March. Young reiterated that Apple plans to launch a larger 12.9-inch iPad Air as well, and it will likely be announced alongside the new iPad Pro models. The following iPad-related announcements are expected in March or April: Two new iPad Pro models with the M3 chip, OLED displays, a thinner enclosure , a landscape-oriented front camera , a redesigned rear camera bump and other design tweaks, and possibly MagSafe wireless charging Two new iPad Air models with the M2 chip and a landscape-oriented front camera , including a first-ever 12.9-inch model A new Magic Keyboard for the iPad Pro with a larger trackpad, a partially-aluminum enclosure , and other design tweaks A new Apple Pencil Gurman previously ruled out an Apple Event for the new iPads . Instead, the devices will likely be announced in a press release on the Apple Newsroom website, like the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models with the M3 chip were earlier this month . Young said Samsung will be the exclusive supplier of OLED displays for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro, while Samsung and LG will apparently split orders for the 11.1-inch model. Related Roundups: iPad Air , iPad Pro Tags: Mark Gurman , Ross Young Buyer's Guide: iPad Air (Don't Buy) , 11 iPad Pro (Don't Buy) , 12.9 iPad Pro (Don't Buy) Related Forum: iPad This article, New iPads Likely to Begin Shipping in April first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 18 Mar 2024 10:22 pm

SpaceX building hundreds of spy satellites for US government, report says

Satellites to rack targets on the ground for US intelligence, Reuters writes.

Ars Technica 18 Mar 2024 10:10 pm

macOS Sonoma 14.4: Reasons Not to Update

Since Apple unveiled macOS Sonoma 14.4 on March 7 , the transition to the latest software update has not been entirely smooth for everyone, and a number of issues have been reported by users that significantly impact their daily workflow. This article lists the most prominent challenges users have faced since updating to macOS Sonoma 14.4, and offers potential solutions where available. USB Hub and Monitor Ports Lost Connectivity Some users have experienced connectivity issues with USB hubs and monitors with USB ports since updating to macOS 14.4, with several reports of mice, keyboards, and other peripherals no longer being detected. While Apple works on a fix, a handful of users have had some success by changing the setting Allow accessories to connect to Ask for new accessories under the Security section of System Settings Privacy & Security. Java Processes Unexpected Terminations Oracle last week warned that the macOS 14.4 update can cause Java processes to terminate unexpectedly on Macs. The issue affects all Java versions from Java 8 to the early access builds of JDK 22, and there is no workaround available. Affected users might be unable to return to a stable configuration unless they have a complete backup of their systems prior to the OS update. Printer Operation Removed or Corrupted Drivers The update may remove or corrupt printer drivers . Specifically, the core CUPS software for printing operations over a network seems to be removed. HP printers in particular appear to be affected, but the exact commonalities between the reports, such as the use of Microsoft Defender or JAMF mobile device management software , are not entirely clear. Some users have found a workaround by granting Full Disk Access to certain processes in System Settings Privacy & Security. Despite these attempts, a comprehensive solution has not yet been found. PACE/iLok Protections Audio Unit Plugins Crash There have been reports of compatibility issues with PACE products, including the iLok License Manager , connected to Apple silicon Macs running macOS 14.4. The problem specifically impacts plugins from various manufacturers that are safeguarded by PACE/iLok, including those made by Universal Audio , when used with host DAWs such as Logic Pro. Temporarily setting a DAW and the iLok License Manager application to run in Rosetta mode appears to circumvent the issue. Consider Not Updating If you anticipate that any of these problems could significantly impact your daily operations or productivity, it may be prudent to delay updating to the latest version of macOS Sonoma until Apple addresses these concerns with a subsequent fix. Have you identified any other issues since updating? Let us know in the comments and we might include them here if they turn out to be commonplace. Related Roundup: macOS Sonoma Related Forum: macOS Sonoma This article, macOS Sonoma 14.4: Reasons Not to Update first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 18 Mar 2024 10:06 pm

Amazon all-time low hits TCLs 75-inch Q6 smart Google TV down at $600 ($200 off)

Amazon is now offering its best price ever on the TCL 75-inch Q6 QLED Q-Class 4K HDR Smart Google TV at $599.99 shipped. Regularly $800 at Best Buy where it is now matched, youre looking at $200 in savings and the lowest price we can find. Todays deal undercuts the previous best and the Black Friday price by $48 to deliver a new Amazon all-time low. As many of the most popular smart TV brands ready the launch 2024 lineups, we are starting to see new all-time low pricing on many of last years most sought-after models, and this one delivers a notable option at its best price yet. Details are down below. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 10:01 pm

Wallbox Pulsar Plus lvl 2 EV charger with NEMA 14-50 plug starts from $449 low (Reg. $649)

Best Buy is offering the Wallbox Pulsar Plus Level 2 EV Charger with NEMA 14-50 plug for $599 shipped . Down from its usual $649, weve seen this model go for far lower during 2023, with the biggest discount dropping costs to a $500 low some third-party retailers have offered it for less during occasional short-lived sales events. Where this deal gets even better, though, is with a My Best Buy Plus membership that takes off another $150 from the price tag, dropping it to a new all-time low. The membership only costs you $50 a year , and not only does that give you $100 more in savings on this charger, but it extends the extra savings across a wide array of appliances, devices, and more. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 9:56 pm

Humorous Apple Ad Highlights iPhone 15 Storage

Apple's latest ad for the iPhone 15 models focuses on the device's storage, highlighting the 128GB of available storage space for the entry-level device. The ad features a man looking through his photos, and each photo on the device sings Don't Let Go by Terrace Martin, Mr. Talkbox, and PJ Morton. He ultimately decides not to delete his images. The spot ends with the tagline Lots of storage for lots of photos. While the standard iPhone 15 models and the iPhone 15 Pro models start with 128GB of storage, Apple offers 256GB and 512GB upgrade options, with an additional 1TB option for the iPhone 15 Pro. The iPhone 15 Pro Max models start with double the storage at 256GB, with 512GB and 1TB available when upgrading. Tag: Apple Ads This article, Humorous Apple Ad Highlights iPhone 15 Storage first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 18 Mar 2024 9:51 pm

Best Practices for Implementing an ASM Solution

In the ever-changing realm of digital technology, organizations are witnessing an unprecedented expansion of their digital footprints. This expansion is not unique The post Best Practices for Implementing an ASM Solution appeared first on Gigaom .

GigaOm 18 Mar 2024 9:42 pm

Brewing kombucha in silicone bags makes for less alcohol, faster process

Using glucose instead of sucrose also results in less alcohol and less sour vinegar taste

Ars Technica 18 Mar 2024 9:35 pm

Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones are up to $250 off ahead of Amazon's Spring Sale

Amazon's Big Spring Sale officially begins this Wednesday, but as with all such sales, a number of deals went live early , including on Google's latest Pixel smartphones. The 128GB-capacity Pixel 8 Pro is 25 percent off, which deducts $250 from the list price and brings the handset to $749. That beats the all-time-low price we saw for Black Friday last November. Larger capacity models are seeing discounts as well, with all three colors that Amazon carries included. If you'd rather buy direct, you can get the same discount from Google's online shop, which also has the Google-exclusive Mint color. A similar discount goes to the 128GB Pixel 8 which is 29 percent off and down to $499 instead of $699 at both Amazon and from Google . Again, that's the lowest price we've tracked and the discounts extend to the larger capacity models. We named the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro the best Android smartphones on the market thanks to their speedy chips, brighter screens and improved cameras. Plus the suite of AI-enabled tools are more than just gimmicks and actually help you out with things like search, taking better photos and a more capable Google Assistant. Perhaps the best part is Google's commitment to seven years of software support, which means these phones can stay in your pocket for far longer than the average mobile. As for the difference between the two phones, the Pro model has a larger screen at 6.7 inches versus the Pixel 8's 6.2 inches. The Pro also has a screen with a 400-nit higher peak brightness, more RAM and a third, telephoto camera. Both have the same chip and many of the same AI tools. Those looking for an even steeper deal should check out the Google Pixel 7a , which is also down to a record-low price of $374 at both Amazon and Google . We not only named this the best mid-range Android phone in our guide to smartphones , it's also the splurge pick in our budget Android guide . Your Spring Sales Shopping Guide : Spring sales are in the air, headlined by Amazons Big Spring sale event . Our expert editors are curating all the best spring sales right here. Follow Engadget to shop the best tech deals from Amazons Big Spring Sale , hear from Autoblogs car experts on the best spring auto deals on Amazon , and find spring sales to shop on AOL, handpicked just for you. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/google-pixel-8-and-pixel-8-pro-smartphones-are-up-to-250-off-ahead-of-amazons-spring-sale-160352403.html?src=rss

Engadget 18 Mar 2024 9:33 pm

Robloxs new AI features reduce the time it takes to create avatars and 3D models

Roblox is introducing two new AI technologies to reduce the time it takes to create avatars and 3D models, the company announced on Monday. The technologies, which were built on Roblox artificial intelligence, are designed to help creators eliminate time-consuming avatar setup and texturing steps when building content on the Roblox platform. The first feature [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 18 Mar 2024 9:30 pm

Call for speakers: Present at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024

Tech aficionados, startup enthusiasts, marketing wizards, and venture capitalists on the rise seize the opportunity to showcase your expertise at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, happening from October 2830 in San Francisco. Share your insights and shape the conversation! Apply to speak at TechCrunch Disrupt Were assembling a lineup of industry experts spanning the startup landscape [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 18 Mar 2024 9:30 pm

Amazon just knocked $200 off Philips 3200 fully-auto espresso machine with frother at $599

Alongside ongoing price drops on the Breville Barista machines , Amazon is now offering the Philips 3200 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine with the LatteGo Milk Frother down at $599 shipped. Regularly $799, this is a 25% price drop and the lowest we can find. Delivering $200 in savings, this is matching the lowest prices we have tracked on Amazon for this one outside of a couple price drops into the $550 range. This is also the lowest price we have tracked there since the brief holiday sale events at the end of last year. Scope out the details on this pro-grade espresso solution below. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 9:29 pm

YouTube lays out new rules for 'realistic' AI-generated videos

Many companies and platforms are wrangling with how to handle AI-generated content as it becomes more prevalent. One key concern for many is the labeling of such material to make it clear that an AI model whipped up a photo, video or piece of audio. To that end, YouTube has laid out its new rules for labeling videos made with artificial intelligence. Starting today, the platform will require anyone uploading a realistic-looking video that is made with altered or synthetic media, including generative AI to label it for the sake of transparency. YouTube defines realistic content as anything that a viewer could easily mistake for an actual person, event or place. YouTube If a creator uses a synthetic version of a real person's voice to narrate a video or replaces someone's face with another person's, they'll need to include a label. They'll also need to include the disclosure if they alter footage of a real event or place (such as by modifying an existing cityscape or making it look like a real building is on fire). YouTube says that it might apply one of these labels to a video if a creator hasn't done so, especially if the altered or synthetic content has the potential to confuse or mislead people. The team notes that while it wants to give creators some time to get used to the new rules, YouTube will likely penalize those who persistently flout the policy by not including a label when they should be. These labels will start to appear across YouTube in the coming weeks, starting with the mobile app and then desktop and TVs. They'll mostly appear in the expanded description, noting that the video includes altered or synthetic content, adding that sound or visuals were significantly edited or digitally generated. YouTube However, when it comes to more sensitive topics (such as news, elections, finance and health), YouTube will place a label directly on the video player to make it more prominent. Creators won't need to include the label if they only used generative AI to help with things like script creation, coming up with ideas for videos or to automatically generate captions. Labels won't be necessary for clearly unrealistic content or if changes are inconsequential. Adjusting colors or using special effects like adding background blur alone won't require creators to use the altered content label. Nor will applying lighting filters, beauty filters or other enhancements. In addition, YouTube says it's still working on a revamped takedown request process for synthetic or altered content that depicts a real, identifiable person's face or voice . It plans to share more details about that updated procedure soon. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/youtube-lays-out-new-rules-for-realistic-ai-generated-videos-154248008.html?src=rss

Engadget 18 Mar 2024 9:12 pm

MrBeast and Prime Video announce largest game show in history

The biggest content creator on YouTube, MrBeast announced on Monday that hes filming a game show for Amazons Prime Video. On X, he wrote: Big news gamers Im going to be filming the largest game show in history and releasing it on Prime Video! Over 1,000 contestants, $5,000,000 prize, and many other world records. Big [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 18 Mar 2024 9:11 pm

EcoSmarts ECO 36 240V electric tankless water heater keeps temps high at new $399 low

Amazon is offering the Ecosmart ECO 36 36kw 240V Electric Tankless Water Heater for $399 shipped. Normally fetching $749, it saw many discounts over 2023, with the largest among them dropping costs to a $425 low during Black Friday and Christmas sales. Its first 2024 discount just last month saw costs drop further to $413, with todays deal coming in as an even bigger 47% markdown off the going rate, beating out our previous mention by $14 and marking a new all-time low. This 240V water heater has a 6-gallon capacity and is only 3.6 inches by 21 inches by 17 inches, taking up far less space than a standard water heater while being 99.8% energy efficient and saving you 50-60% on heating costs. Its sleek and compact design features a digital output temperature display, and fits pipes with a 3/4-inch NPT. It does require a 4 x 40A breaker. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 9:10 pm

Esports league postponed after players hacked midgame

On Sunday, two competitive esports players appeared to get hacked during a live streamed game, prompting the organizers to postpone the tournament. Players were competing in the Apex Legends Global Series, a competitive esports tournament for the popular shooter game Apex Legends, which has a $5 million total prize pool. During two separate games, two [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 18 Mar 2024 9:09 pm

Load up on multi-platform Linkind Matter smart plugs from $7.50 a pop: 2 for $18, more

Update: Both the 2- and 4-packs are now even lower. Details below. The official Linkind Amazon storefront is now offering one of the best prices yet on its 2-pack of Matter Smart Plugs down at $19.99 $17.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon to redeem the discounted price. Regularly $30, this is 73% off the most recent going rate and the best we can find. Todays deal is $2 under the previous low we tracked and one of the lowest prices youll find on Matter plugs, outside of the 4-pack. Youll also find the 4-pack on sale for $33.99 $29.99 shipped , or $8.50 per plug, for the lowest we can find. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon here as well. This bundle carries a $70 regular price tag and you can get more details on these plugs below. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 9:09 pm

9to5Toys Daily: March 18, 2024 Save on M1 MacBook Air, Google Pixel 8, more

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available. Apples M1 MacBook Air drops down to $613 with this open-box deal or new at $650 in-store Google Pixel 8 Pro new all-time low live at $749 (Save $250), Pixel 8 starts at $499 Ankers new 15W Qi2 chargers fall to all-time lows: 3-in-1 at $82, power bank $48, more more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 9:00 pm

YouTuber Dunkeys publishing company is releasing its first game on May 9

YouTube sensation Dunkey, aka videogamedunkey or Jason Gastrow, has added game publishing to his resume. He started a company called Big Mode last year, which is releasing its first title on May 9 . Animal Well is a sidescrolling Metroidvania platformer that will show up on the PS5, the Nintendo Switch and PCs. Theres a trailer thats absolutely oozing with retro-gaming goodness. Now, Dunkey didnt make this game. Big Mode is a publisher and not a developer. A company called Shared Memory is behind Animal Well , which is just a solo dev named Billy Basso. Hes been working on the game for seven years and his hard work shows from the trailer. Animal Well looks to lean a bit into psychedelia. Theres a blistering color palette, a synth-heavy soundtrack and, of course, a giant white cat that takes up the whole screen. There also looks to be tough platforming sections and the kinds of power ups that populate the Metroidvania genre. In any event, this looks like yet another delicious appetizer before Hollow Knight: Silksong eventually releases in the year 2087 . While Basso hasnt released any games on his own yet, the developer did work on Octodad: Deadliest Catch and Bugsnax , among others. As for Dunkey, hes a YouTuber, but one with pretty good taste. He knows his stuff and loves trashing bad games. If youve ever seen a meme taking the piss out of the beleaguered PlayStation mascot Knack, Dunkey probably had something to do with it . Animal Well is the first game published by Big Mode, but not the last. The company has major plans for the future, including a bullet hell shooter called Star of Providence . Big Mode is also accepting submissions from developers, though not if the game includes NFTs, crypto or blockchain. If only Starbucks had such discerning taste . This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/youtuber-dunkeys-publishing-company-is-releasing-its-first-game-on-may-9-152519368.html?src=rss

Engadget 18 Mar 2024 8:55 pm

Today only, take up to 75% off activewear at Macys including hoodies, joggers, more from $5

Right now, you can save up to 75% off activewear during Macys Activewear Flash Sale including deals on shorts, shirts, joggers, jackets, bras, and more for the whole family. Leading the way is the Mens Essential Fleece Big Logo Hoodie by adidas, available for $22 , marked down from its original price of $60. Available in four colorways Gray, Olive, Black, and Scarlet this hoodie is roomy and cozy, providing you with plenty of warmth and featuring a drawstring hood and a kangaroo pocket. Pair it easily with joggers or jeans for a simple, classic fit. Standard shipping rates apply. Head below to learn more about Macys Activewear Flash Sale . more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 8:49 pm

Battlefield 2042 Season 7: Breaking Point gameplay and first impressions [Video]

Battlefield Season 7 is right around the corner, and like most updates , EA/Dice invited members of the press and creators to take a sneak peek and try out whats coming up in a capture event. While we couldnt try out everything that will be released throughout the full season, we did get to try the new maps, and most of the new weapons, and get a feel for some of the other core changes made to gameplay coming in Battlefield 2042 Season 7. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 8:47 pm

Mark and Graham Spring Getaway Sale takes up to 50% off luggage, tote bags, towels, more

Mark and Graham is getting your ready for your spring and summer vacations with up to 50% off hundreds of styles . Prices are as marked. Customers receive free delivery on orders of $50 or more. A standout from this sale is the Concourse Vegan Leather Travel Bag thats marked down to $110 , which is $50 off the original rate. This bag can easily fit your 15-inch MacBook and is a great bag for everyday or travel. It also has a trolley passthrough for your luggages retractable handle and a large slip pocket to store your essentials. Better yet, this would make a fantastic gift idea and it can be monogrammed for a personal touch as well. Score even more deals by heading below, or you can shop the entire sale here . more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 8:43 pm

Velotric adds T1 ST e-bike with Apple Find My to spring sale for return $1,099 low (Reg. $1,499)

Velotrics spring into March sale is in full swing, taking up to $500 off of a selection of its e-bikes, with bundle options available for some models as well. A new addition to the offerings is the T1 ST e-bike for $1,099 shipped . Normally going for $1,499, this e-bike sees regular discounts during sales events, with todays price having last been seen during Black Friday sales. It comes in as a 27% markdown off the going rate and lands as a return to the all-time low. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 8:42 pm

YouTube now requires creators to disclose when realistic content was made with AI

YouTube is now requiring creators to disclose to viewers when realistic content was made with AI, the company announced on Monday. The platform is introducing a new tool in Creator Studio that will require creators to disclose when content that viewers could mistake for a real person, place or event was created with altered or [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 18 Mar 2024 8:38 pm

App analytics firm Sensor Tower acquires rival Data.ai

Sensor Tower, a leading app analytics firm, is acquiring rival Data.ai in a move that consolidates the mobile intelligence industry, creating a powerhouse that could dominate the sector and provide aggressively competitive insights into the app economy. Sensor Tower and Data.ai help businesses and developers gain insight into how mobile apps are performing offering [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 18 Mar 2024 8:30 pm

Amazon discounts Fire tablets by 35 percent ahead of the Big Spring Sale

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is almost here, and deals on its Fire tablets are already trickling in. Take the new Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet , down to $95 from $140 a 32 percent discount. This sale brings the 32GB device to only $15 more than its all-time low since launching last October. Amazon's new Fire HD 10 tablet is a solid boost from its predecessor, thanks, in part, to 25 percent faster performance and 3GB of RAM. It has a 10.1-inch HD touchscreen with 1,920 x 1,200 resolution, 5MP front and rear-facing cameras, and 13 hours of battery life. Plus, it offers a microSD slot that can be used to add another 1TB of storage. This model does feature lockscreen ads, and it currently costs $110 to buy the device without them. Then there's Amazon's 32GB Fire HD 8 tablet , down to $65 from $100 thanks to a 35 percent discount. The eight-inch HD, 1280 x 800 resolution screen also features lockscreen ads at this price. The Fire HD 8 tablet's processor works 30 percent faster than its predecessor, and it has 2GB of RAM. For $30 less than the Fire HD 10 tablet, it offers similar features, just with not as high-quality (or large) a screen. The Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet and Fire 7 Kids tablet are among the other models on sale, with 22 percent and 36 percent discounts, respectively. Your Spring Sales Shopping Guide : Spring sales are in the air, headlined by Amazons Big Spring sale event . Our expert editors are curating all the best spring sales right here. Follow Engadget to shop the best tech deals from Amazons Big Spring Sale , hear from Autoblogs car experts on the best spring auto deals on Amazon , and find spring sales to shop on AOL, handpicked just for you. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/amazon-discounts-fire-tablets-by-35-percent-ahead-of-the-big-spring-sale-145954252.html?src=rss

Engadget 18 Mar 2024 8:29 pm

Spigens regularly $60 30W ArcPack USB-C Power Bank charges your kit at $27 today

The official Spigen Amazon storefront is now offering its 30W ArcPack USB-C Power Bank for $26.99 shipped. Regularly $60 at Amazon and carrying an even higher $70 list directly from Spigen , this is a sizable 55% price drop and the lowest price we can find. Todays deal also comes in at roughly $5 under the price drops we tracked last fall to deliver one of the best we have seen since its launch last summer. Designed to add some portable power to your EDC or travel kit, this power bank carries a 10,000mAh internal battery and USB-C output ready to give your smartphone and other tech a boost when away from an outlet. It sports PD PPS 30W high-speed charging and recharging capabilities alongside an included storage pouch and a 3.3-foot USB-C cable. Head below for more details. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 8:28 pm

Save $300 on stainless steel Apple Watch Series 8 with Milanese loop band at $499

Amazon is now offering the best price yet on one of the more premium Apple Watch Series 8 styles out there. The 45mm GPS + Cellular model comes with a stainless steel case alongside a Milanese Loop band at $499 shipped . This would have originally run you $799, the price it has sold for just about all year. Now, you can save $300 while locking in a new all-time low. By comparison, youd pay $729 for the newer Series 9 version of this wearable. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 8:22 pm

Apple Publishes Details About New 'MM1' AI Model

Apple researchers have developed a new method for training large language models (LLMs) that seamlessly integrates both text and visual information. The company's findings, detailed in a research paper titled MM1: Methods, Analysis & Insights from Multimodal LLM Pre-training , showcase a new approach to creating more intelligent and flexible AI systems. By utilizing a diverse dataset comprising image-caption pairs, interleaved image-text documents, and text-only data, Apple's claims that the MM1 model sets a new standard in AI's ability to perform tasks such as image captioning, visual question answering, and natural language inference with a high level of accuracy. Apple's research focuses on the combination of different types of training data and model architectures, which enables the AI to understand and generate language based on a mix of visual and linguistic cues. This capability is vital for tasks that require a nuanced comprehension of the world, such as interpreting complex images or answering questions that involve visual elements. The paper also highlights the MM1 model's exceptional in-context learning abilities, particularly in the largest 30 billion parameter configuration of the model. This version apparently exhibits remarkable capabilities for multi-step reasoning over multiple images using few-shot chain-of-thought prompting, a technique that allows the AI to perform complex, open-ended problem solving based on minimal examples. This research emerges as part of Apple's broader initiative to enhance its AI capabilities amid growing competition. Earlier today, Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman reported that Apple is in discussions with Google to license Google's Gemini generative large-language models to power new features coming to the iPhone as part of iOS 18 . Tag: Artificial Intelligence This article, Apple Publishes Details About New 'MM1' AI Model first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 18 Mar 2024 8:16 pm

Of course Apple wants to bring Google's Gemini AI to iPhones

Apple is reportedly in talks with Google to integrate its Gemini AI in iPhones, Bloomberg reports , a move that should help both companies compete with OpenAI and its (heavily invested) partner Microsoft. While it might seem like an admission that Apple is lagging behind on AI, the partnership fits if you think of generative AI models as an evolution of web searching, something Google already provides to all of Apple's devices. According to the report, Gemini could be the cloud-based generative AI engine for Siri and other iPhone apps, while Apple's models could be woven into the upcoming iOS 18 for on-device AI tasks. Bloomberg notes that Apple has also had discussions with OpenAI about using its own models, and it could still end up partnering with another AI outfit, like Anthropic. Apple could conceivably even work with multiple partners until its own generative models are up to snuff. But teaming up with Google makes the most sense, especially since the search giant is already giving Apple millions to bring search to the Safari browser. Apple needs some sort of generative AI solution that it can implement this year (its own Ajax model will likely take years to match Gemini and OpenAI), and Google needs a quick way to bring its AI smarts to billions of devices. There are regulatory concerns to consider the Department of Justice has already sued Google over its search dominance, including the way it pays Apple and other companies to use its search engine. But given the specter of Microsoft and OpenAI's partnership which turned the Bing search engine into an artificial intelligence hype machine overnight, and is now powering all of Microsoft's Copilot AI solutions the potential gains could be worth the risk for Apple and Google. There are still technical issues for Google to deal with too: Gemini was recently under fire for inaccurately rendering historical images. But even considering potential growing pains, a partnership with Apple helps both companies. And it also gives Apple room to develop its own models while OpenAI and Google deal with the growing pains of generative AI. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/of-course-apple-wants-to-bring-googles-gemini-ai-to-iphones-144604811.html?src=rss

Engadget 18 Mar 2024 8:16 pm

Late-stage VCs may be preventing their startups from going public in 2024

While some investors are loudly bemoaning that the IPO window cant stay shut forever, other VCs themselves are actually part of the problem. A lot of standard VC deal terms give investors the ability to block an IPO or acquisition if they didnt think the timing or price was right, Eric Weiner, a partner at [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 18 Mar 2024 8:13 pm

LinkedIn wants a piece of Wordles success

Hello, and welcome back toEquity, the podcast about the business of startups, where we unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines. This is our Monday show, in which we take a look back at the weekend and whats ahead in the week. Were coming to the end of earnings season, which means that there [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 18 Mar 2024 8:12 pm

Anker and Jackery Introduce Discounts on Portable Power Stations, Bluetooth Speakers, and More

Anker and Jackery are kicking off the week with discounts on portable power stations, as well as a wide array of wall chargers and other USB-C accessories. All of the products in this sale can be found on Amazon, and some will require you to clip an on-page coupon then head to the checkout screen before you see the final sale price Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Highlights of Jackery's deals include the Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station , available for just $99.99, down from $149.00. This is a miniature-sized portable power station that can fit in the palm of your hand and weighs just 2.13 lbs, while featuring a 31,000 mAh capacity and 128W output. For these Jackery products, you can enter the code JAPLUS05 on Amazon and get an extra 5 percent discount when you purchase over $1,000 through March 25. $49 OFF Jackery Explorer 100 Plus for $99.99 Switching to the Anker deals, some of the best markdowns can be found on the company's Soundcore brand of Bluetooth speakers. You can get the Soundcore Motion 300 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker for $63.99, down from $79.99, and the Soundcore Motion X600 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker for $149.98, down from $199.99. Anker also has a huge collection of batteries, cables, hubs, and more on sale. $16 OFF Soundcore Motion 300 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker for $63.99 $50 OFF Soundcore Motion X600 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker for $149.98 Jackery Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station - $99.99, down from $149.00 Solar Generator 300 Plus Portable Power Station - $479.00 with on-page coupon, down from $579.00 Expansion Battery Pack for 1000 Plus - $698.99, down from $799.00 Explorer 2000 Pro Portable Power Station - $1,199.00, down from $1,899.00 Expansion Battery Pack for 2000 Plus - $1,199.00 with on-page coupon, down from $1,599.00 Anker Audio Soundcore Motion 300 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker - $63.99, down from $79.99 Soundcore Motion X600 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker - $149.98, down from $199.99 Portable Batteries Nano Portable Charger with Built-In Lightning Connector - $18.99, down from $29.99 Nano Power Bank with Built-In USB-C Cable - $37.99 with on-page coupon, down from $49.99 Prime Power Bank 20,000 mAh with 100W Charging Base - $157.24 with on-page coupon, down from $184.99 Power Stations Portable Power Station with Smart Display + Retractable Light - $109.99 with on-page coupon, down from $149.99 SOLIX F1200 Portable Power Station - $749.00 with on-page coupon, down from $1,098.00 SOLIX F2000 Portable Power Station - $1,399.00 with on-page coupon, down from $1,999.00 Wall Chargers 20W USB-C Charger - $13.99, down from $16.99 65W 3-Port USB-C Charger - $33.99 with on-page coupon, down from $55.99 100W 3-Port USB-C Charger - $42.99, down from $74.99 6-in-1 Nano Charging Station - $45.99, down from $65.99 Prime 67W 3-Port Charger - $49.99, down from $65.99 Hubs 4-Port USB-C Hub - $15.99, down from $19.99 10-in-1 USB-C Hub - $75.00, down from $149.99 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Related Roundup: Apple Deals This article, Anker and Jackery Introduce Discounts on Portable Power Stations, Bluetooth Speakers, and More first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 18 Mar 2024 8:04 pm

Columbia Mens Rugged Ridge III Full Zip Sherpa Fleece now 65% off (Reg. $100)

Right now, Columbia is hosting a Winter Sale event where you can get up to 65% off best-selling winter apparel, including the Mens Rugged Ridge III Full Zip Sherpa Fleece (what a mouthful!) for $35 , marked down from its original price of $100. Available in two colorways, Black and Dark Mountain, this Sherpa fleece is the perfect transitional piece as we move from winter into spring. It can act as a base layer or a mid-layer depending on the weather, and it will keep you cozy no matter the season. Standard shipping rates apply. Head below to learn more about Columbias Rugged Ridge III Full Zip Sherpa Fleece . more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 8:00 pm

SanDisks 512GB Ultra microSD card just hit one of its best prices at $28, more from $13

Amazon is now offering the SanDisk 512GB Ultra microSDXC UHS-I Memory Card down at $27.99 shipped. Originally $60, this model fetches closer to $35 these days at Amazon and elsewhere and is now at the best price we can find. Todays deal is also the second-best price we have ever tracked on Amazon, having only ever been beaten out by limited holiday sales last year at $25. Ready for your gaming consoles, Android handsets, tablets, drone setups, and cameras, it comes with the included SD adapter for full size applications and Class 10 support for full HD video recording and playback. This one clocks in at 150MB/s, leaving it in between the typical 130MB/s models and the faster 200MB/s options that will cost you even more. Head below for additional details. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 7:58 pm

Logitechs 11-inch Combo Touch iPad Pro keyboard folio now $132 (Reg. $200)

Amazon is now offering the 11-inch iPad Pro Logitech Combo Touch Keyboard Case for $132.31 shipped. This is 34% off the usual $200 price tag and marking a new all-time low. It was last on sale at $150 earlier in the year and is now another $18 off to hit the lowest price weve ever seen. You can also still save on the 12.9-inch mdoel at $140 , down to a new low from $230. Head below for more. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 7:55 pm

Two AirPods 4 models coming this year with noise-cancellation and a lower price

Macworld Bloomberg leaker-analyst Mark Gurman has reiterated his prediction, which we covered back in December , that not one but two new sets of AirPods will launch in 2024. But we now have rather more details of the upcoming wireless earbud launch. In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Gurman reveals that the new models will enter formal production in May, setting the stage for a release around September or October [2024]. That means they could appear alongside the iPhone 16 , or at a second fall event if Apple decides to pursue that strategy again. Either way, this should be a big deal. For one thing, AirPods fansof which there are manyhave been starved of new releases in recent years. The only thing they got in 2023 was a USB-C case for the 2nd-gen AirPods Pro, which came out in September 2022. And the last time a non-Pro model came out was back in 2021. For another, the new models incorporate a lot of changes from the status quo. Releasing a pair of non-Pro AirPods at the same time is a new strategy (designed to simplify the range, which currently presents customers with both the 2nd- and 3rd-gen AirPods but no obvious way to tell them apart or understand why the latter costs more). And targeting the budget range, which the cheaper of the two models is expected to do, is a new strategy. Both the B768(E) and B768(M) models (the final letters in those codenames standing for entry and mid-tier respectively) will see a physical redesign, improved fit, and USB-C-equipped cases, but unsurprisingly only the mid-tier model will get new features worth mentioning: active noise cancellation, and Find My speakers in the case. Gurman adds that there will be new AirPods Pro as well, but not until 2025. He says, intriguingly, that these will feature low-resolution cameras that can scan the environment around a user. For all the latest news and rumors, check out our regularly updated guide to the new AirPods . Or, if you cant wait until the fall, pick up a bargain on one of the current models with our roundup of the best AirPods deals . Headphones

Macworld 18 Mar 2024 7:48 pm

Our favorite budget wireless earbuds are cheaper than ever right now

The Anker Soundcore Space A40 tops our guide to the best budget wireless earbuds , and right now Amazon has the noise-canceling pair on sale for a new low of $49. That's a buck less than the previous low we saw around the holidays last year. Anker sells the earbuds for $100, though they're often available for less than that; for the last two months, they've typically gone for $59 on Amazon. This offer is sold by Anker directly and comes a couple days ahead of Amazon's wider Big Spring Sale sales event. We like the Space A40 for blending pleasant sound with strong active noise cancellation (ANC) and most of the features you'd find on more expensive earbuds. That ANC isn't quite as powerful as higher-end pairs like Sony's WF-1000XM5 , especially when it comes to muting voices and other treble-range sounds, but it still punches well above its price range. It'll automatically adapt to the noise level of your surroundings by default, though you can manually set it to different intensity levels as well. While this isn't the most detailed-sounding set of earbuds you can buy, it's a more pleasant listen than most budget-level options we've tested. It boosts the upper-bass range out of the box, but it doesn't come off as bloated or sloppy. If you don't like the default sound profile, you can pick from one of several EQ presets or customize the EQ curve yourself through Anker's companion app. The actual earpieces are light and comfortable, with an IPX4 water-resistance rating that's enough to survive most workouts. They last around eight hours per charge, with another 40-ish hours available through a compact case that supports wireless charging. They can also connect to two devices at once. There are still some trade-offs: The mics are mediocre for phone calls; the touch-based controls are a little limited; and there's no wear detection, so your music won't pause automatically when you take out an earbud. But at this price, the pros should outweigh the cons. This discount comes as part of a wider sale on Anker headphones that includes the Soundcore Liberty 4 NC , the runner up in our guide, on sale for $80. That's a $20 discount. The Space A40 is a better value, but that pair offers most of the same benefits for those who prefer a more AirPods-style design. Other in-ear and over-ear models are also discounted. Your Spring Sales Shopping Guide : Spring sales are in the air, headlined by Amazons Big Spring sale event . Our expert editors are curating all the best spring sales right here. Follow Engadget to shop the best tech deals from Amazons Big Spring Sale , hear from Autoblogs car experts on the best spring auto deals on Amazon , and find spring sales to shop on AOL, handpicked just for you. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/our-favorite-budget-wireless-earbuds-are-cheaper-than-ever-right-now-141811885.html?src=rss

Engadget 18 Mar 2024 7:48 pm

Next iPad Air Again Rumored to Feature Landscape Front Camera

The next-generation iPad Air will be equipped with a landscape front camera, according to the leaker known as ShrimpApplePro. If this information is accurate, the front camera on the next iPad Air would be located in the bezel to the right of the screen when the device is held upright. As a result, the front camera would be positioned at the top of the iPad when the device is in landscape orientation, making it centered with the user's eyes during video calls. This change would be especially beneficial to those who use the iPad Air with a Magic Keyboard. On the current iPad Air, the front camera is in the top bezel above the screen, resulting in it being off-center in landscape orientation. The leaker does not expect the next iPad Air to have any other significant design changes. They also cast doubt on a larger 12.9-inch iPad Air , but that model has been widely rumored by multiple sources, so it would be surprising if it did not launch. A landscape front camera had already been rumored for both the next iPad Pro and iPad Air , so it is becoming an increasingly likely design change. Apple already repositioned the front camera on the entry-level iPad 10 a few years ago, so it would make sense for the change to be expanded to the entire iPad lineup eventually. During Face ID setup, iPad needs to be in landscape with the camera at the top of the screen, read hidden code in iPadOS 17.4 . Apple is expected to unveil new iPads in late March or in April. ShrimpApplePro has a mixed track record with Apple rumors over the past few years. The leaker accurately revealed details about devices like the iPhone 15 Pro and Apple Watch Series 9, but they were incorrect about the Apple Watch Ultra 2 being available in a Space Black finish and the iPad mini being updated in 2023. Related Roundup: iPad Air Tag: ShrimpApplePro Buyer's Guide: iPad Air (Don't Buy) Related Forum: iPad This article, Next iPad Air Again Rumored to Feature Landscape Front Camera first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 18 Mar 2024 7:45 pm

Sonys new PS5 Pro reportedly launching this holiday, 3x faster speeds, better ray tracing, more

After alleged internal specs on an upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro hit the interwebs late last year , a new report is putting more fuel under the fire of what is starting to feel like an all but imminent reveal of the upgraded PS5 Pro. It appears a technical overview document from Sony has surfaced, detailing what to expect from PS5 Pro ahead of what some are suggesting a holiday 2024 launch window. Hit the jump for all of the details on the what might very well be early details on PlayStation 5 Pro and its graphical prowess. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 7:35 pm

5 ways to make your Facebook account bulletproof

Hackers and scammers keep looking for ways to break into your Facebook account. Kurt CyberGuy Knutsson has some tips to make sure your account is secure.

Fox News 18 Mar 2024 7:30 pm

Quilt is building AI assistants for solutions teams

The job of so-called solutions professionals people like sales engineers, solutions architects and consultants revolves around pitching complex enterprise tech to potential customers. Its important work. But despite this being the case, rarely are solutions teams adequately staffed and resourced, according to entrepreneur Dan Chen. Solutions teams bring technical credibility to the selling [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TechCrunch 18 Mar 2024 7:30 pm

Just $35 gets you Rokus Express 4K AirPlay 2 streamer and Voice Remote Pro (Reg. $50)

Amazon now offers theRoku Express 4K Streaming Media Player for$34.99 shipped. Matching the all-time low for only the second time, this drops down from the usual $50 price tag it launched with last fall. As one of the first discounts period, this is $15 off and beats our previous mention by $5. We did see it at this price over Black Friday, but thats the only other time. This bundle includes one of the latest releases from Roku alongside its more premium Voice Remote Pro both of which we break down in our launch coverage or below the fold. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 7:29 pm

Todays best iOS app deals: 2112TD Tower Defense, Lock Notes Pro, Hello Tower, more

Your Monday morning collection of the best iOS game and app deals is now ready and waiting after the jump. Just be sure to also check out the deals we are tracking on Twelve Souths Apple Watch band TimePorter mount , these offers on Apples M1 MacBook Air , and Apples 15-inch M2 MacBook Air as well. As for the App Store software deals, highlights include titles like 2112TD Tower Defense Survival, Lock Notes Pro, Hello Tower, Delivery From the Pain, Sentinels of the Multiverse, and more. Head below for a complete look at todays best iOS game and app deals. more

9To5Toys 18 Mar 2024 7:23 pm

Gold Nanoparticles Promise Antibiotic-Free Bacterial Eradication

An interesting study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation unveils a promising solution to combat bacterial infections, particularly those encased in stubborn biofilms, without relying on traditional antibiotics . Led by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania and Stanford University, the study introduces sugar-coated gold nanoparticles as a novel approach to both diagnose and eradicate biofilms that contribute to dental decay and delayed wound healing. Biofilms, formed by bacteria like Streptococcus mutans and Staphylococcus aureus, pose a significant challenge as they protect microbes from antibiotic treatment and impede tissue recovery. The newly developed nanoparticles, encapsulating gold spheres within larger cage-shaped structures, offer a dual function: efficient photothermal therapy to kill bacteria and photoacoustic imaging for precise visualization of biofilms. The study utilized near-infrared lasers to heat gold nanoparticles administered to infected teeth and skin wounds, effectively eliminating biofilms. (Image: Hajfathalian, et al.) The nanoparticles, coated in dextran to attract bacteria, demonstrated remarkable effectiveness in preclinical trials. When applied to infected teeth and wounded skin of rats and mice, the nanoparticles swiftly eliminated biofilms in as little as one minute, surpassing the performance of conventional antimicrobial agents like chlorhexidine and gentamicin. For Those Allergic to Antibiotics or Facing Resistant Strains of Bacteria The key advantage of this approach lies in its antibiotic-free nature, offering a crucial alternative for individuals allergic to antibiotics or facing resistant strains of bacteria. Moreover, the rapid and targeted action of photothermal therapy ensures minimal damage to surrounding tissue while effectively eradicating biofilms. Lead researcher Maryam Hajfathalian highlighted the cost-effectiveness and simplicity of the treatment, emphasizing its potential to revolutionize infection management. Future studies will explore the preventive and therapeutic capabilities of this innovative strategy, aiming to address issues like cavity prevention and accelerated wound healing. Gold Nanoparticles Promise Antibiotic-Free Bacterial Eradication , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .

Ubergizmo 18 Mar 2024 7:11 pm