Microsoft’s new AI can simulate anyone’s voice with 3 seconds of audio
Text-to-speech model can preserve speaker's emotional tone and acoustic environment. Enlarge / An AI-generated image of a person's silhouette. (credit: Ars Technica) On Thursday, Microsoft researchers announced a new tex.....»»
X-ray footage shows how Japanese eels escape from a predator’s stomach
It took escaping eels 56 seconds on average to free themselves from death. Enlarge / "The only species of fish confirmed to be able to escape from the digestive tract of the predatory fish after being captured.” (credit: Hasega.....»»
Rolling in the deep: Street flooding can be predicted in seconds with machine learning models
Getting around on a rainy day often involves dodging puddles—or sloshing through them. But during downpours, shallow pools can quickly become roadway ponds that cripple transportation, threaten safety and undermine emergency response......»»
A forced Windows update is coming next month
Support for Windows 11 22H2 is ending soon and Microsoft will be automatically initiating an update on eligible machines next month......»»
Microsoft performs operations with multiple error-corrected qubits
Microsoft boosts error correction on Quantinuum machine, partners with Atom Computing. Enlarge / Quantinuum's H2 "racetrack" quantum processor. (credit: Quantinuum) On Tuesday, Microsoft made a series of announcements re.....»»
Target just slashed $500 off Samsung’s flagship soundbar, the HW-Q990D
The Samsung HW-Q990D soundbar will elevate your home theater setup's audio. It's expensive though, so don't miss this chance at a $500 discount from Target......»»
How to merge and unmerge cells in Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Excel has numerous powerful data analysis functions, but sometimes you need to do something simple like merge some cells. Here's how......»»
Apple takes direct aim at Microsoft’s Copilot+ PCs in new AI-focused Mac promos
Apple is ramping up its efforts to promote the Mac as a powerful platform for artificial intelligence. In the Apple Store app and various places around the web, Apple is promoting that the Mac is the “best AI PC.” Notably, the company is also tak.....»»
Toyota and Lexus offer SiriusXM 3-year payment option
Consumers, weary with subscription fatigue, can access streamlined vehicle audio services with one upfront fee......»»
The Plaud Note is the first AI gadget I think you should buy
The Plaud Note is an AI gadget that records, transcribes, and summarizes voice notes and calls. Could it have been an app? Yes. Is it better? Definitely, yes......»»
How to insert footnotes in Word on PC and Mac
Adding a footnote to a Microsoft Word document isn't difficult at all. In this quick guide, we'll show you how to insert footnotes in Word in just a few clicks......»»
How to use Microsoft Excel: a guide for beginners
You don’t have to struggle or scratch your head when it comes to using Microsoft Excel. This guide for beginners will get you off to a solid start with Excel......»»
Lenovo’s version of the Surface Pro is on sale for $270
The Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2, a much cheaper alternative to the Microsoft Surface Pro 9, delivers the same versatility for only $270 after Lenovo's $100 discount......»»
Beyerdynamic launches new flagship wireless earbuds and headphones
Beyerdynamic's Aventho 300 and Amiron 300 are the company's new flagship wireless audio products......»»
JLab brings dual-driver, hi-res sound to its best sports earbuds
JLab's Epic Sport ANC 3 brings new sound quality and spatial audio it its best earhook earbuds......»»
Reeder launches new app that unites RSS with video, audio, and social feeds
Reeder, the 15-year-old RSS reader for Apple devices, just launched a major new version that takes the app in entirely new directions. The new Reeder brings together RSS feeds with all kinds of other data sources. Podcasts, YouTube, Mastodon and Blue.....»»
ASUS unveils new laptops with Microsoft’s Copilot+ AI features
At IFA 2024, ASUS has unveiled a couple of new laptops, the Vivobook S 15 and ProArt PZ13, both of which are powered by Copilot+. The post ASUS unveils new laptops with Microsoft’s Copilot+ AI features appeared first on Phandroid. At IFA.....»»
Best Sonos deals: Save $280 on speakers, soundbars and more
Right now you can save big on one of the best brands in the audio business with the the best Sonos deals on soundbars, Bluetooth speakers, and more......»»
New AI model “learns” how to simulate Super Mario Bros. from video footage
Despite limitations, "MarioVGG" makers think AI video could one day replace game engines. At first glance, these AI-generated Super Mario Bros. videos are pretty impressive. The more you watch, though, the more glitches you'll se.....»»
Microsoft Teams online vs. desktop: Which is best?
You can use Microsoft Team on your PC using the web app or the desktop app. Which is best? Let's take a look......»»
This new Lenovo laptop opens and contorts itself with a voice command
Lenovo has unveiled an experimental laptop that can twist fully around and is activated by just your voice......»»