[ad_1] We’ve been enjoying being able to play around with the AI-powered Circle to Search feature since it arrived – first on the Samsung Galaxy S24 and Google Pixel 8 phones – and it seems it could be getting some new capabilities in the near future. According to well-known tipster @AssembleDebug (via PiunikaWeb), hidden snippets … Read more
[ad_1] AMD is introducing two new adaptive SoCs – Versal AI Edge Series Gen 2 for AI-driven embedded systems, and Versal Prime Series Gen 2 for classic embedded systems. Multi-chip solutions typically come with significant overheads but single hardware architecture isn’t fully optimized for all three AI phases – preprocessing, AI inference, and postprocessing. To … Read more
[ad_1] It might surprise you to know that becoming a sustainability warrior doesn’t necessarily take a calling. Sometimes, it just needs to start as a hobby that you can share with someone you love. That’s how Retrospekt, a Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based technology refurbishment firm got its start – and how, somewhat improbably, I’m now playing with … Read more
[ad_1] April 21, 1995: Rumors swirl that Canon (yes, the Japanese camera company!) might take over Apple in either a partial or complete acquisition. Speculation grows about a possible deal after Apple reveals its latest earnings, which show big improvement but still fall far short of Wall Street’s expectations. Canon buying Apple?!? Although Canon denied … Read more
[ad_1] The role of AI in security has come under severe scrutiny in recent years as companies of all sizes look to establish their footing in the industry. The recent Google Cloud Next 24 event saw a major focus on AI, but security was also a prominent presence, with a number of security-focused releases and … Read more
[ad_1] Apple could run iOS 18’s AI features on-device on the iPhone. Concept: Kevin Kall Apple’s large language model (LLM) that will power iOS 18’s AI features could entirely run locally. This would prioritize user privacy and offer faster response times. However, running AI features on-device will have downsides as they might not be as … Read more
[ad_1] A TikTok ban in the United States is closer than it’s ever been, with the US House of Representatives voting through the relevant legislation on Saturday – meaning it could become law in just a few days. As reported by Android Authority and others, the short-form video and social media app needs to cut … Read more
[ad_1] With no M3 version on the way, iMac mini M2 will stay around until the M4 chip arrives. Photo: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac There will never be a version of the Mac mini with the Apple M3 processor, according to a reliable tipster. Instead, the inexpensive desktop will wait for the next-generation chip. … Read more
[ad_1] You don’t have to be nearly deaf to use a hearing aid. Many doctors urge patients to get started with the devices early, before hearing loss becomes critical. Olive Union’s Olive Max is the first hearing aid I’ve encountered designed for this specific purpose, built for users with “mild to moderate” hearing loss, which … Read more
[ad_1] Just about to jump in the shower and take your AirPods with you? Don’t! We’ll cut to the chase – AirPods offer varying levels of water resistance but taking them in the shower is a big no-no. It’s a surefire way of breaking even the best AirPods or at the very least, invalidating your … Read more