Huge funding round makes “Figure” Big Tech’s favorite humanoid robot company
Investors Microsoft, OpenAI, Nvidia, Jeff Bezos, and Intel value Figure at $2.6B. Enlarge / The Figure 01 and a few spare parts. Obviously they are big fans of aluminum. (credit: Figure) Humanoid robotics company Figure.....»»
Apple Readies macOS Monterey 12.7.5
Apple is preparing a new macOS Monterey 12.7.5 update for Mac devices still running the aging operating system. The company today released the macOS Monterey 12.7.5 Release Candidate, or RC. The Release Candidate is the first, and final, version of t.....»»
GM logistics supplier Proficient Auto raises $215 million in IPO
The company, which transports finished vehicles from manufacturers and shipping ports to auto dealerships, provides services to GM, Stellantis, Toyota and other automakers......»»
Sonos takes a cue from Apple, citing ‘courage’ as why its new app is disliked
Not loving the new Sonos app? Cut ’em some slack—it took courage. That’s what the company says in response to criticism from customers. more….....»»
Zscaler swats claims of a significant breach
On Wednesday, a threat actor named “InteIBroker” put up for sale “access to one of the largest cyber security companies” and immediately ignited speculation about which company it might be. InteIBroker claims to have access to.....»»
Robot dogs armed with AI-aimed rifles undergo US Marines Special Ops evaluation
Quadrupeds being reviewed have automatic targeting systems but require human oversight to fire. Enlarge / A still image of a robotic quadruped armed with a remote weapons system, captured from a video provided by Onyx Industries......»»
Professor sues Meta to allow release of feed-killing tool for Facebook
Section 230 immunity isn’t just for Big Tech companies, lawsuit says. Enlarge (credit: themotioncloud/Getty Images) Ethan Zuckerman wants to release a tool that would allow Facebook users to control what appears in the.....»»
Unearthing the impacts of hydrological sensitivity on global rainfall
Georgia Tech researcher Jie He set out to predict how rainfall will change as Earth's atmosphere continues to heat up. In the process, he made some unexpected discoveries that might explain how greenhouse gas emissions will impact tropical oceans, af.....»»
219 laptops are discounted in Best Buy’s Spring sale — From $159
Best Buy has a huge sale on laptops right now as part of its Spring sale. There are dozens of great laptops here and we've picked out some of our favorites......»»
Best Buy Spring sale: Save on 177 TVs, including a 50-inch for $230
Best Buy has a huge sale on TVs with dozens of models heavily reduced, from OLEDs to QLEDs, HDTVs, and everything in between. Here are the highlights......»»
Bose, Sony, and more: 131 headphone prices slashed, from $8
Best Buy has a huge sale on headphones with many major brands seeing huge discounts. Here are some of our favorites......»»
Huge soundbar sale discounts 147 models from LG, Samsung, and more
There's a huge sale on soundbars right now as part of the Best Buy Spring sale and we've picked out some of our favorite deals......»»
Best Buy Spring sale: Save on TVs, laptops, appliances, and more
Best Buy has a huge Spring sale going on right now with massive discounts on seemingly everything you can think of. Here are our highlights......»»
The Nokia 3210 Lives Again, this time with Modernized Features
It comes with Snake as well. The post The Nokia 3210 Lives Again, this time with Modernized Features appeared first on Phandroid. While Finnish company HMD Global is slowly moving towards its own branding for new (and old) smartphones, it.....»»
Sonus Faber brings flagship tech to its new Sonetto G2 speakers
Italian speaker makers Sonus faber announce that its upcoming Sonetta G2 collection will be the first to adopt some tech from its flagship Suprema lineup......»»
Dazzling drone display flies straight into the record books
A San Francisco-based company called UVify has set a new world record for the most drones used in an aerial display......»»
4 Best British Technology and Science YouTube Channels
Mrwhosetheboss Arun Rupesh Maini, better known as Mrwhosetheboss, is a British YouTuber known for his technology-related content. He has the UK’s most subscribed tech influencer, with a whopping 3.26 million subscribers. Arun’s... The post 4 Best.....»»
Robot dogs armed with AI-targeting rifles undergo US Marines Special Ops evaluation
Quadrupeds being reviewed have automatic targeting systems but require human oversight to fire. Enlarge / A still image of a robotic quadruped armed with a remote weapons system, captured from a video provided by Onyx Industries......»»
Samsung Galaxy Android 15 Update Shows Signs of Life
Samsung’s much anticipated Android 15 update with One UI 7 broke cover recently and it’s a sign the company’s prepping a beta for Galaxy devices. Google recently pushed its Android 15 beta to Pixel devices so it should come as no su.....»»
New iPad Pro demand likely to be low for two reasons – TrendForce
You might expect the introduction of the first OLED screens and uber-thin form factor to result in strong iPad Pro demand, but a new forecast from market intelligence company TrendForce suggests it may actually be lower than last year. The company.....»»
Apple Vision Pro to receive exclusive Marvel immersive app: ‘What If…? An Immersive Story’
Today the Walt Disney Company announced it would be launching its “first-ever interactive Disney+ Original story coming exclusively to Apple Vision Pro.” What If…? An Immersive Story is described as a new app for Vision Pro that will enable.....»»