Boston Dynamics shows the new Atlas robot at work
A few months after introducing the hydraulic-free version of Atlas, Boston Dynamics shared a video demonstration. While not spectacular, it highlights the robot's future direction.
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Google Play Store will reportedly get an AI-powered Ask a Question feature
Google is reportedly developing an AI-based feature for the Play Store to answer user queries on apps and help find them.
OpenAI is developing an AI inference chip in collaboration with Broadcom
OpenAI is developing a specialized AI inference chip together with Broadcom. It has also secured manufacturing capacity at TSMC and will begin producing the chips in 2026.
Innovative Eyewear unveils Lucyd Armor AI safety glasses
Innovative Eyewear has unveiled the Lucyd Armor AI-powered safety glasses with all-day access to AI chatbots like ChatGPT. The safety glasses can be used by workers that require ANSI Z87.1 certified eye protection for jobs like co...
TikTok partners with Giphy to upgrade DMs with AI-powered gif-picker
TikTok has announced that it will soon enhance the way users express themselves with .gifs that come up as a result of AI-generated suggestions. The animated images in question will all come courtesy of Giphy thanks to a new agree...
Linux creator Linus Torvalds labels AI industry as 90 percent marketing
Linux creator Linus Torvalds offers a sobering perspective on AI at the Open Source Summit, describing it as "90 percent marketing" while acknowledging its future potential.
Microsoft accuses Google of funding a shadow campaign against its cloud services
Microsoft is accusing Google of leading an astroturf group that will discredit it in the eyes of competition authorities. Google has filed a complaint with the European Commission, calling out Microsoft for anti-competitive licens...
Meta is reportedly building an AI search engine
Meta is reportedly building an in-house AI-powered search engine for its Meta AI chatbot. The bot currently uses Google and Bing to answer questions about current events.
Anona launches the new Aurora security camera and Holo WiFi smart lock with voice assistant support
Anona has announced its new smart home security suite, including an Aurora security camera and the Holo WiFi smart lock. Anona’s new smart home security devices are compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa. The Aurora security c...
Stable Diffusion models to be hosted locally on Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro with other AI features coming too
According to a reliable leaker, Google is working to launch various new AI features alongside the Pixel 10 and Pixel 11 series. Allegedly, Stable Diffusion-based models will finally run locally too, albeit perhaps only for Pixel 1...
Leaker provides insights into state of new Google camera features headed to Pixel smartphones
It seems that Google could have a whole host of camera features in development for its Pixel smartphone division. Allegedly, a new Ultra Low Light video mode is in development that can capture footage at as low as 5 lux, among oth...
Researchers are saying that OpenAI's Whisper tool makes stuff up
OpenAI's transcription tool Whisper is used in medical centers to translate and transcribe patient interviews. According to researchers, it is prone to hallucinating information, including racial commentary and fake medications.
Google might be working on an AI agent that controls web browsers
Google is reportedly working on an AI agent that can take control of web browsers to automate mundane tasks. Codenamed Project Jarvis, the function will be part of Google's next-generation Gemini model.
Next Mac Mini touted for upgrade to ray-tracing as well as Apple Intelligence in new leak
The launch of the next Mac Mini is thought to be both imminent and a lot, with a substantial design upgrade for Apple's most compact desktop PC. Now, the late 2024 device might be touted as even more of an upgrade due to its M4 si...
Not sold on AI – survey reveals what smartphone users really want
A new survey by CNET shows that artificial intelligence (AI) is less of a priority for smartphone buyers than expected. Despite the investments made by leading manufacturers in AI-supported functions, the core needs of users remai...
Google Gemini 1.5 (previously Google Bard) might get a successor in December
As everyone races for the release of next-gen AI models these days, Google is also getting ready to unleash Gemini 2.0. While the December launch of this flagship AI product is a mere rumor for the time being, an official statemen...
Gemini gains lock screen control: Google expands Android AI assistant's capabilities
Google's Gemini is set to become more powerful on Android with upcoming lock screen functionality for messages and calls. The AI assistant is getting a streamlined interface and expanded capabilities, positioning it to potentially...
Sam Altman denies reports of a new OpenAI model in December
Sam Altman has denied reports that OpenAI is going to launch a new model in December.
DVDFab unveils Bookfab AI AudioBook Creator to tap into top revenue-generating market
DVDFab has unveiled the Bookfab AI AudioBook Creator. The tool allows audiobook creators to quickly convert text to audio with a variety of realistic-sounding voices speaking English or Japanese. In the consumer audio market, audi...
OxygenOS 15 brings advanced customisation, Open Canvas multitasking to OnePlus 12 on October 30
OnePlus's OxygenOS 15 update will be based on Android 15, and debut a host of new customisation options, a smoother, snappier UI, and a selection of new Gemini-powered AI features for both image editing and productivity workflows. The OxygenOS 15 update will roll out to the OnePlus 12 starting on October 30, with other devices receiving the update in the following weeks.
Reliance and Nvidia are partnering to build AI infrastructure in India
Nvidia has announced a partnership with Reliance Industries to help India build AI infrastructure. The deal will give Reliance access to Nvidia's Grace Hopper Superchip and DGX Cloud.
China's semiconductor patent surge: 42 percent growth amid U.S. sanctions
China surges ahead in semiconductor patent race despite industry challenges. The country witnessed a staggering 42 percent increase in patent applications, while the U.S. saw a modest 9 percent growth.
Humane AI Pin gets a permanent price cut but it comes at a cost
Humane now offers the Ai Pin at a lower price tag but it has also removed some accessories. On the plus side, the device now boasts simple but key features it didn't have at launch.
Nvidia partners with Indian IT firms to boost AI development
Nvidia is partnering with Indian IT firms to spur AI development in the country. The partnership aims to create new jobs and upskill the Indian service market for future AI development.
Apple criticizes AI photos: iPhone is supposed to depict reality, not fantasy
Compared to the AI features of Android or Windows, Apple Intelligence offers a fairly limited range of functions. According to Apple, this is partly intentional, as Apple's software boss criticizes AI image processing for the re...
New MvACon AI system boosts self-driving car perception accuracy
Researchers have developed MvACon, a breakthrough AI enhancement that helps self-driving cars better understand their surroundings through improved 3D object detection. The system seamlessly integrates with existing autonomous veh...
Bambu Lab’s PrintMon Maker creates cute 3D printable characters from text and image prompts
Bambu Lab has launched an AI based text-to-3D tool that lets you create Pokemon-like characters from your own imagination. PrintMon Maker generates full-colour 3D models, which can then be edited, refined and printed directly from...
TSMC blocks Huawei's covert AI chip manufacturing attempt
TSMC caught a suspicious chip design order that closely matched Huawei's AI processor specifications, leading to a swift report to US authorities. The incident reveals ongoing attempts by Chinese tech firms to circumvent trade res...
Artificial gut intelligence – AI analyzes stool and evaluates digestive health
The US start-up Throne has developed an AI-supported toilet camera that analyzes stool and urine samples and informs users whether they are drinking enough or how their digestion reacts to certain foods.
Baidu CEO predicts 99 percent of AI companies will fail despite market boom
Baidu CEO Robin Li predicts a major shakeout in the AI industry, suggesting 99 percent of current AI companies won't survive despite the sector's explosive growth. Drawing parallels to the dot-com bubble, he sees a long road ahead...
Nvidia and India in preliminary talks to develop AI chip
Nvidia founder and CEO Jenson Huang has proposed a partnership with India to develop an AI chip. The American chipmaker reportedly wants to leverage design talent in the country.
IBM launches Granite 3.0 open-source AI models for businesses
Covered by the terms of the Apache 2.0 license, the IBM Granite 3.0 family of AI models targets enterprise customers and provides top performance alongside (allegedly) the most comprehensive set of risk and harm detection capabili...
Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered Honor Magic 7 series to bring Autopilot AI
Qualcomm has just unveiled the Snapdragon 8 Elite, and the Honor Magic 7 series will be among the first lineups to feature it. Honor has also announced that its new flagship phones will bring Autopilot AI and AI-empowered hardware.
Google's nuclear-powered AI: Tech giant partners with Kairos Power for nuclear-powered data centers
Google plans to power its AI data centers with small nuclear reactors, partnering with Kairos Power. This bold move aims to meet the growing energy demands of AI technology while maintaining sustainability.
Konka 110A8 presented as world's best-lit 110-inch 8K TV
Konka asserts that it has hit a new world record for brightness zones packed into a 110-inch 8K screen with its new 110A8. The miniLED TV is touted to achieve the best detail for its size as a result of its new "pixel-level precis...
Meta unveils OMat24: AI-powered materials discovery goes open-source
Meta's Open Materials 2024 (OMat24) aims to revolutionize AI-driven materials discovery with a massive open-source dataset and top-performing models. This initiative could accelerate research in battery technology, sustainable fue...
From targeting tumors to tackling pollution: The impact of AI-designed proteins across modern industries
AI-powered tools like AlphaFold are transforming protein design, pushing the development of COVID-19 vaccines, cancer-targeting proteins, snake venom neutralizers, and enzymes that break down plastics and convert waste into biofue...
Unity launches Unity 6 game development engine with native Windows on Arm support, updated Sentis AI library, and improved graphics performance
Unity has launched the Unity 6 game development engine for Windows, Macs, and Linux computers. The new version adds a native Windows on Arm editor and app compilation, an updated Sentis AI library, and better graphics with improve...
The ChatGPT app for Windows is simply an Electron-based web app
The ChatGPT app for macOS came out in May this year. After five months, OpenAI has finally released the ChatGPT app for Windows. However, instead of a native app, it is just an Electron-based web app.
Flo is the most downloaded period tracking app on Play Store
CheckMag Discover Flo, the most popular period tracking app that empowers women with personalized insights for menstrual and reproductive health.
Warner Bros tipped to put some fun in long-haul flights and taxi rides (in a few years from now)
A new patent by Warner Bros details an AI-based system designed to let strangers have enjoyable multiplayer gaming sessions while in transit.
Five AI music generators that are actually good
CheckMag The AI music landscape is evolving at an astounding pace. Many websites are now available that let one bring ideas to life with just a few mouse clicks.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 7 review: Without TrackPoint buttons, with Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060
P1 with hint of ThinkPad Z. For the new Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 7, the new design is the main attraction. The high-end workstation is more premium, repairable and easier to use. At its core lies the new haptic Sensel touchpad, which successfully takes over the function of the formerly dedicated TrackPoint buttons.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2 kg
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2 kg
Fujitsu unveils FMV Zero WU5/J3: World's lightest 14-inch laptop with AI NPU and rugged carbon-fiber body
Fujitsu has unveiled the FMV Zero WU5/J3 - the world's lightest 14-inch AI laptop. The laptop comes with an AI NPU, rugged carbon-fiber body, and a slew of ports.
Lenovo AI Buddy prototype showcased as Amazon Echo rival of the future
Lenovo has brought some of its latest prototypes to preview at its TechWorld 2024 press conference, most of which are, of course, AI-powered. To that end, the OEM's first AI mouse and “Home AI Brain” have been showcased alongside ...
Lenovo unveils AI agent and educational platform for next-gen PCs
The first-ever AI agent for PCs such as the ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 10 has just been introduced at TechWorld 2024 in the form of Lenovo AI Now. Based on an up-to-date form of Meta's Llama LLM, it is rated to help automate PC manage...
Motorola's Moto AI brings AI-powered features to offer personalized and intuitive phone experience
At the Lenovo TechWorld 2024 event, Motorola introduced Moto AI, which brings multiple AI-powered features under one umbrella. They aim to enhance the smartphone experience by making everyday interactions more intuitive and personalized.
Tesla's Optimus isn't Prime yet and that's okay
CheckMag Tesla does not always deliver on its promises, and the latest news on its humanoid robot proves as much. While that's unfortunate, it does not mean Tesla is a bad company.
Open source AI video generator Pyramid Flow now available online
Hailing from China, Pyramid Flow is an open-source AI model capable of creating virtual hi-resolution (768p) videos. According to the team behind it, this model can generate a five-second 384p video in less than a minute. The MIT ...
Increasing AI demand forces tech companies to retreat from using the most eco-friendly power sources to power data centers
Rapid growth in AI demand has forced tech companies to retreat from more eco-friendly power sources like solar and turn to nuclear power plants to power the latest generative AI. Cooling massive AI data centers has also driven up ...
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