Google’s Chess Experiments Reveal How to Boost the Power of AI
By rewarding computers that combined different approaches to solve chess puzzles, Google created an enhanced AI that could defeat its existing champion, AlphaZero......»»
How heat waves are affecting Arctic phytoplankton
The basis of the marine food web in the Arctic, the phytoplankton, responds to heat waves much differently than to constantly elevated temperatures. This has been found by the first targeted experiments on the topic, which were recently conducted at.....»»
NASA to help with the launch of Europe’s unlucky Mars rover
Europe's unlucky Mars rover, known as Rosalind Franklin, has gotten a boost thanks to a new cooperation agreement with NASA......»»
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sues Meta, citing chatbot’s reply as evidence of shadowban
Presidential candidate believes Meta’s chatbot can reliably reveal shadowbans. Enlarge / Screenshot from the documentary Who Is Bobby Kennedy? (credit: whoisbobbykennedy.com) In a lawsuit that seems determined to ignor.....»»
Google Nest Doorbell vs. Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Gen): which is better for your front door?
The Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) and Google Nest Doorbell are two of the most popular video doorbells of 2024. But which is best for your front door?.....»»
This top-rated Anker portable power station is discounted to $199
If you want reliable and high-capacity storage, this deal on Anker's portable power station will let you snag one for just $199......»»
This is what Google Maps’ big redesign looks like
A redesigned Google Maps interface has several quality-of-life changes that have us excited. Here's what's new......»»
This new Google Sheets feature is going to save so much time
Google Sheets just made creating formatted tables possible in just one click......»»
Google Search adds a “web” filter, because it is no longer focused on web results
Google Search now has an option to search the "web," which is not the default anymore. Enlarge / Google continues to change what it means to be the "Google" search engine. (credit: Aurich Lawson) Google I/O has come and.....»»
More efficient bioethanol production might be possible using persimmon tannin to help yeast thrive
While ethanol in alcoholic beverages impairs drinkers' motor functions, it is that same substance that can power motor vehicles in a cleaner, more sustainable manner. What is necessary for the production of ethanol is yeast, but ethanol is among the.....»»
Accelerated discovery research unveils 21 novel materials for advanced organic solid-state laser technology
Organic solid-state lasers (OSLs) hold immense promise for a wide range of applications due to their flexibility, color tunability, and efficiency. However, they are difficult to make, and with over 150,000 possible experiments required to conduct to.....»»
Ambitious goal to sequence RNA could boost US economy
A chemist who leads the University of Cincinnati's Office of Research is playing a role in a scientific undertaking to unlock the secrets of RNA......»»
Google has a magical new way for you to control your Android phone
Google's Project GameFace brings incredible new accessibility features to Android phones. Here's what it can do......»»
Buy the new Google Pixel 8a and free $100 Amazon Gift Card
The Google Pixel 8a was just released, but there's already an offer for it -- a free Amazon Gift Card worth $100 if you buy it for its sticker price of $499......»»
Indy 500 at a crossroads: Iconic racing league is on cusp of starting its hybrid era
IndyCar is finally set to introduce its hybrid system this summer. That makes the 2024 Indy 500 the last time the open-wheel cars will run at the Brickyard without hybrid power......»»
Google Pixel 8a vs. OnePlus 12R: Which $500 phone should you buy?
The Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus 12R are two of the best phones you can buy for $500. But which one is the better purchase for you? Let's find out......»»
Google’s new AI features look like my worst nightmare
Google's I/O keynote was all about AI, and while I went in hoping to see exciting AI with personality, I got the worst, dullest AI imaginable......»»
Whoa, Google Glass might not be completely dead yet
It seems that Google has sort of teased that they are working on a new pair of smart glasses, but don’t get too excited yet. The post Whoa, Google Glass might not be completely dead yet appeared first on Phandroid. It’s probably fair t.....»»
Google fixes third exploited Chrome zero-day in a week (CVE-2024-4947)
For the third time in the last seven days, Google has fixed a Chrome zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2024-4947) for which an exploit exists in the wild. About CVE-2024-4947 CVE-2024-4947 is a type confusion vulnerability in V8, Chrome’s JavaScript and.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: May 15, 2024 – Apple previews iOS 18 accessibility features
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Subscrib.....»»
Google unveils Veo, a high-definition AI video generator that may rival Sora
Google's video synthesis model creates minute-long 1080p videos from written prompts. Enlarge / Still images taken from videos generated by Google Veo. (credit: Google / Benj Edwards) On Tuesday at Google I/O 2024, Googl.....»»