Fallout 4 mod uses voice AI to add sensible reactions, more RPG-like choices
More than 300 lines added for cannibals, lunkheads, and other role-players. Enlarge / Just because you're still alive in a retro-futuristic-post-apocalyptic Commonwealth doesn't mean you're necessarily witty. (credit: Bethesda /.....»»
Google lays off 100 at YouTube; CEO says more layoffs are coming
Sundar Pichai tells employees to brace for "tough choices... throughout the year." Enlarge / Google is looking pretty dilapidated these days. (credit: Aurich Lawson) Today's Google layoff announcement concerns YouTube,.....»»
The 5 best solar power stations in 2024, chosen by experts
Having a good solar power station can make a big difference, and our choices here are some of the best available on the market......»»
WhatsApp brings voice messages and polls to its Channels feature
WhatsApp on Wednesday announced an update to its Channels feature, which lets someone broadcast messages to a large number of users who follow that channel. With the update, WhatsApp Channels now support audio messages, polls, and more. Read on as we.....»»
Predicting others" preference-based choices is cross-cultural and uniquely human, suggests study
Children across cultures can anticipate other individuals' choices based on their preferences, according to a study published in PLOS ONE by Juliane Kaminski at the University of Portsmouth and colleagues. However, non-human great apes appear to lack.....»»
The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered: best weapons and upgrades for No Return
You have plenty of good options to choose from when playing through The Last of Us 2 Remastered's roguelike mode, but these are some the best choices......»»
Researchers optimize 3D printing of optically active nanostructures
For about 20 years, it has been possible to modify surfaces via nanoparticles so that they concentrate or manipulate light in a desired way or trigger other reactions. Such optically active nanostructures can be found in solar cells and biological or.....»»
The best 4 monitors for Xbox Series X in 2024
A gaming monitor is the upgrade your Xbox Series X deservers. These top monitor picks are your best choices for getting the most out of your Series X gameplay......»»
Get the Google Pixel 7a for $100 Less with this Offer!
The Pixel 7a combines all the essential Pixel basics into one wallet-friendly device. The post Get the Google Pixel 7a for $100 Less with this Offer! appeared first on Phandroid. Google’s Pixel handsets are among the better choices t.....»»
Decorated nanoparticles prevent anaphylaxis without causing side effects in mouse study
Northwestern University researchers have developed the first selective therapy to prevent allergic reactions, which can range in severity from itchy hives and watery eyes to trouble breathing and even death......»»
How Does the World"s Largest Seabird Know Where to Fly?
Wandering albatrosses navigate thousands of miles using “the voice of the sea.”.....»»
Lazy use of AI leads to Amazon products called “I cannot fulfill that request”
The telltale error messages are a sign of AI-generated pablum all over the Internet. Enlarge / I know naming new products can be hard, but these Amazon sellers made some particularly odd naming choices. (credit: Amazon).....»»
Google Assistant loses 17 features as the company lays off employees
Google is cutting a bunch of features from its Assistant voice platform, an announcement which parallels the recent layoffs at the tech giant......»»
Engaging children with science helps with long-term interest in STEM, research finds
Engaging children early with science can have long term impacts on subject choices at GCSE and A level, and improve uptake of STEM subjects, according to new research......»»
ID R&D introduces voice clone detection to protect users against audio deepfakes
ID R&D introduced voice clone detection as a new option for its IDLive Voice liveness detection product. Detecting voice clones and audio deepfakes can prevent fraud and crime, deter bad actors, and help preserve trust in the authenticity of digital.....»»
Transmitting a domino reaction using redox chemistry achieved for the first time
Domino reactions occur when the transformation of one chemical group stimulates the reaction of another attached group, or another molecule, leading to a rapid knock-on effect through the system like a row of falling dominoes. Researchers at Hokkaido.....»»
3 underrated shows on Peacock you need to watch in January
Catch a blast from the past with our choices for the three underrated shows on Peacock that you need to watch in January......»»
Volkswagen adds ChatGPT voice recognition to some models
The automaker claims ChatGPT will enhance its existing voice-recognition system......»»
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......»»
3 underrated movies on Max you need to watch in January
We've gone over every new film this month to narrow our choices down to the three underrated movies on Max that you need to watch in January......»»
What is Discord? What you need to know about the messaging app
Discord is a video game-focused voice and chat app that you'll want to start using if you're a gamer. Here's everything you need to know about Discord......»»