iPhone vs Android: Two different photography and machine learning approaches
A controversy with Samsung's phone cameras has renewed the conversation surrounding computational photography, and highlights the difference between it, and Apple's approach in iOS.Apple's computational photography aims for realismIt isn't a big secr.....»»
Google’s Android and Chrome extensions are a very sad place. Here’s why
It was a bad week for millions of people who rely on Google for apps and Chrome extensions. Enlarge (credit: Photo Illustration by Miguel Candela/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) No wonder Google is having troub.....»»
As you may expect, the internet already says that Apple"s headset is doomed, apparently
Apple's AR headset hasn't been announced yet and there are already those who insist it is a flop that is dead on arrival — just like they said with the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and even the Mac.Tim Cook hoping the headset worksWe've been dealing.....»»
Apple petitioned India for slacker labor laws, and unions are fighting back
Apple and Foxconn successfully lobbied India's Karnataka region to extend legal working hours in factories, but labor unions are starting to push back.Foxconn has now had formal approval for its new iPhone factory by the Karnataka authorities, and i.....»»
Oppo Find N2 review: Beautiful hardware that Android just can’t deal with
Square-screened Android devices don't play well with the app ecosystem. Enlarge / The inner display of the Oppo Find N2. (credit: Ron Amadeo) One of the more interesting designs we've seen in the wild world of foldable.....»»
Apple is accelerating hiring efforts for generative AI engineers
Apple is again recruiting for Machine Learning engineers for both Apple AR and "Conversational and Generative AI."Apple is hiring AI engineers with AR experienceFor a company that is accused of being behind on AI because it isn't publicly leveraging.....»»
iPhone in India: Foxconn to manufacture smartphones in Karnataka by April 2024
Apple's decision to manufacture iPhones in India aims at diversifying away from China.....»»
Commuter app ETA arrives on CarPlay with travel times and traffic conditions
ETA is an iPhone and Apple Watch app dedicated to prominently displaying travel times and traffic conditions. The latest version of ETA puts that information on the screen in your car too. more… The post Commuter app ETA arrives on CarPlay with.....»»
Vimeo is killing off its TV apps in favor of casting
YouTube alternative Vimeo has announced that it's ending support for its apps on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Android TV in favor of casting......»»
Shared modeling can help schools predict, avert dropouts
A research team co-led by Cornell found that for schools without the resources to conduct learning analytics to help students succeed, modeling based on data from other institutions can work as well as local modeling, without sacrificing fairness......»»
Machine learning-based protein annotation tool predicts protein function
Microbes drive key processes of life on Earth. They affect global elemental cycles—the movement of carbon, nitrogen, and other elements. They also promote plant growth and affect the development of diseases. These roles are essential in every ecosy.....»»
Apple responds to dubious iPhone security claim by Russia, vowing to never create a backdoor to iOS
Earlier today, the Federal Security Service accused the NSA of hacking iPhones of citizens and foreign diplomats in Russia as part of a an espionage operation. Apple has now responded indirectly to Russia’s claim that the alleged operation include.....»»
Accelerating nanoscale X-ray imaging of integrated circuits with machine learning
Researchers from MIT and Argonne National Laboratory have developed a machine learning technique that could greatly accelerate the process of nanoscale X-ray imaging of integrated circuits, potentially revolutionizing the way we manufacture and test.....»»
STM MagPod review: MagSafe-compatible stand, grip, & selfie-stick all in one for your iPhone
The STM MagPod is a handy multi-function stand that magnetically connects to your iPhone thanks to a MagSafe-compatible mount.Our iPhone on the STM MagPodSTM, which stands for Smarter Than Most, tries to create slightly more creative and functional p.....»»
Download the iPhone 14 WWDC23 schematic wallpaper from Basic Apple Guy
Basic Apple Guy released his incredibly detailed and slick iPhone 14 and 14 Pro schematic wallpapers last fall and now he’s shared a new version with a gorgeous gradient. Here’s how to get the iPhone 14 WWDC23 schematic wallpaper. more… The p.....»»
SongCapsule Quiz is a fun new iPhone game that uses your Apple Music playlists
Back in the old days of the iPod with Click Wheel, Apple had a mini game called Music Quiz. As the name suggests, the player had to guess the name of the song that was playing. Sorcererhat, the company behind the popular SongCapsule app (formerly Ne.....»»
Android and Wear OS are about to bunch of new features
Google has announced a bunch of updates that they will be pushing out to Android and Wear OS devices, so here’s what you can look forward to. New smartphone designs and new hardware features are reasons to get excited over technology, b.....»»
Here’s why Android users jump ship to the iPhone
Ever wonder why some Android users might jump ship for Apple’s iPhone? Here’s why, according to a recent survey. Just because a person might have used an iPhone for years doesn’t mean that they will continue to do so for the foresee.....»»
Google’s Pixel 7a has Some Serious Issues
Terrific camera and software aside, what exactly does the Pixel 7a need to work on? Let's take a look. A few days back, we published our review of the Pixel 7a, Google’s newest mid-range Android entry. As far as “affordable̶.....»»
Best power banks for the iPhone 13 Pro in 2023
Charge your iPhone 13 Pro anywhere and anytime with these power banks. Despite being a year old, the iPhone 13 Pro is a great flagship smartphone to have even in 2023. It delivers superb performance, thanks to the Apple A15 Bionic processor.....»»
Russia claims Apple is helping US spy on thousands of iPhone users
Russia says that the National Security Agency (NSA) has been spying on Russian officials and civilians using iPhone backdoor vulnerabilities created for the US by Apple.Moscow, RussiaThe NSA has previously tried to get public opinion on its side as i.....»»