Can you train a parrot to use Alexa, and should you?
Can parrots use Alexa voice commands to control Echos or even order items? You may be surprised just what these intelligent birds can get away with -- and how......»»
Secrets of night parrot unlocked after first genome sequenced
Researchers at CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, have sequenced the first genome of the night parrot, one of the world's rarest and most elusive birds. The development will answer questions about population genetics and biology that could b.....»»
How to change Alexa’s voice (and language)
Is Alexa's default voice not your cup of tea? You can change Alexa’s settings and have her speak in another language or regional accent. Here’s how......»»
Women train to fight fire with fire in Portugal
Women from around the world gathered in northwest Portugal this week to practice a traditional technique of deliberately burning land to prevent the kind of wildfires—intensified by climate change—that have killed hundreds across Europe......»»
New iPhone SE rumor aligns with previous leaks that suggest a new design
A leaker with a mixed track record has jumped on the iPhone SE 4 rumor train by repeating design leaks that have been shared before.iPhone SE 4 could look like iPhone 14, but with one rear cameraThe fourth-generation iPhone SE has previously been rum.....»»
Zuckerberg’s AI announcement raises privacy and toxicity red flags
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s AI announcement has raised major concerns, after he said that the company had more user data than was used to train ChatGPT – and would soon be using it to train its own AI systems. The company’s plan to use Facebo.....»»
Meta wants to use your Instagram posts to train its AI
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has hinted that the company will be using public Facebook and Instagram photos to train its AI. The post Meta wants to use your Instagram posts to train its AI appeared first on Phandroid. If you’ve uploaded a lo.....»»
Best Gadgets to Look Out for in 2023 on Amazon
Amazon's best gadgets for 2023 include the Amazon Echo Dot (4th Generation), Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice Remote, Amazon Kindle Paperwhite, Ring Video Doorbell Pro, Anker PowerCore 10000 Portable Charger, Philips Hue Smart Bulb, Bose QuietComf.....»»
The 6 best smart displays for Alexa and Google Home in 2024
Google, Amazon, and Meta are offering smart displays for video calls, smart home management, watching shows, and more. See which ones are the best......»»
Parrots found to use "beakiation" to traverse small perches
A trio of osteopathic researchers at the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine has found that one species of parrot uses its beak in a novel way to traverse small perches. In their project, reported in the journal Royal Soc.....»»
Amazon Alexa vs. Home Depot Hubspace: everything to know about these two smart home platforms
Amazon Alexa continues to dominate the smart home market, but Home Depot is making strides with its Hubspace platform. Here's a closer look at both......»»
Amazon’s $1.4B Roomba bid fails, leading to iRobot layoffs and CEO resignation
Concerns over stifled competition, Alexa tie-ins reportedly sink deal in Europe. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Amazon will no longer pursue a $1.4 billion acquisition of iRobot, maker of Roomba robot vacuums after the c.....»»
Uh-oh, it looks like Amazon might start charging for Alexa as well
A new report claims that Amazon is planning to revamp Alexa with AI features and that they will start charging for it. The post Uh-oh, it looks like Amazon might start charging for Alexa as well appeared first on Phandroid. Amazon was kind.....»»
Amazon plans to charge for Alexa in June—unless internal conflict delays revamp
Report claims Amazon is struggling to build a subscription version of Alexa. Enlarge / Amazon demoed future generative AI capabilties for Alexa in September. (credit: Getty) “If this fails to get revenue, Alexa is in.....»»
Amazon might launch a paid version of Alexa later this year
Amazon is reportedly working on a new version of Alexa, called Alexa Plus, that will feature generative AI and carry a monthly fee. Here's what we know so far......»»
Chameleon AI program classifies objects in satellite images faster
A new AI program can train neural networks using just a handful of images to rapidly characterize in satellite and drone data new objects such as ocean debris, deforestation zones, urban areas and more......»»
Rare Australian parrot faces multi-virus threat
A critically endangered parrot, with a population numbering as few as 70 in the wild, could be at further risk after being found to carry a half-dozen previously undetected viruses......»»
BMW, Amazon Alexa CES collaboration marks next phase of voice assistant battle
Amazon is one of several large players in the vehicle voice assistant market, a club that also includes Google and Cerence......»»
OpenAI also wants to pay for licensing news articles, but not as much as Apple
Ever since chatbots like OpenAI’s ChatGPT became popular, there have been discussions about how these platforms use third-party content to train their AI models without paying any kind of license fee. Following the report that Apple has been negoti.....»»
Amazon’s two-month-old Echo Show 8 is 40% off for a limited time
The third-generation Amazon Echo Show 8, a smart display powered by Alexa, is already on sale from Amazon with a $60 discount that lowers its price to $90......»»
OpenAI and Microsoft sued by NY Times for copyright infringement
The NY Times has filed a lawsuit accusing OpenAI and its backer, Microsoft, of infringing its copyright by using its content to train their AI-powered products......»»