Microsoft set to purchase Activision Blizzard in $68.7 billion deal [Updated]
Industry-shaking purchase could grow Xbox's sizable slate of exclusive franchises. Enlarge Microsoft announced plans on Tuesday morning to purchase gaming mega-publisher Activision Blizzard for a record-setting $68.7 billio.....»»
Windows 11 might nag you about AI requirements soon
Microsoft is said to be working on strengthening Windows 11 to support upcoming advanced AI features......»»
Apple releases eight small AI language models aimed at on-device use
OpenELM mirrors efforts by Microsoft to make useful small AI language models that run locally. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) In the world of AI, what might be called "small language models" have been growing in populari.....»»
BlizzCon 2024 is not happening despite Blizzard’s strong 2024 lineup
Blizzard Entertainment confirmed that BlizzCon 2024 is not happening, but it will leave the door open for the event to return in the future......»»
Toyota will spend $1.4 billion to build electric 3-row SUV in Indiana
This is a different new 3-row EV from the one Toyota will build in Kentucky. Enlarge / This Toyota factory in Indiana is getting a $1.4 billion investment so it can assemble a new three-row electric SUV for the automaker. (credit.....»»
iPad Apple event announced, FineWoven winding down, Apple TV FIFA deal
Benjamin and Chance get hyped for the just-announced Apple event, entitled ‘Let Loose’ set for May 7, in which we expect Apple to finally update the iPad hardware lineup. There’s also rumors that Apple is preparing to end FineWoven case product.....»»
DEAL: Grab the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus for up to 15% Off!
Interested in Samsung's latest flagship? Check out this deal. The post DEAL: Grab the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus for up to 15% Off! appeared first on Phandroid. It probably goes without saying that Samsung’s new Galaxy S24 series phones are.....»»
Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update ruined the Start Menu
Microsoft has started to roll out an update to Windows 11 that will introduce ads in the Start Menu - way to go, Microsoft. The post Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update ruined the Start Menu appeared first on Phandroid. The Start Menu h.....»»
How to disable ads in Windows 11’s Start Menu
Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update will show ads in the Start Menu, so if you hate the idea, here’s how to turn it off. The post How to disable ads in Windows 11’s Start Menu appeared first on Phandroid. Microsoft has started to ro.....»»
The Anker Soundcore Life Q20 headphones are DIRT CHEAP right now!
If you’re looking for a pair of noise-canceling headphones, then this limited time deal for the Anker Soundcore Life Q20 is for you! The post The Anker Soundcore Life Q20 headphones are DIRT CHEAP right now! appeared first on Phandroid......»»
Honda to spend $11 billion on four EV factories in North America
The new facilities are in addition to the previously announced EV hub in Ohio. Enlarge / Honda is investing CAD$15 billion (US $11 billion) to expand EV manufacturing in North America with four sites in Ontario, Canada. (credit:.....»»
The Mars Sample Return mission has a shaky future, and NASA is calling on private companies for backup
A critical NASA mission in the search for life beyond Earth, Mars Sample Return, is in trouble. Its budget has ballooned from US$5 billion to over $11 billion, and the sample return date may slip from the end of this decade to 2040......»»
Crutchfield is having a huge sale on Onkyo home theater receivers
If you've always wanted to purchase an Onkyo home theater receiver, certain models are on sale from Crutchfield with eye-catching discounts of as much as $580......»»
Toyota invests $1.4 billion in Indiana plant for large EV
The investment will add 340 jobs and a new battery pack assembly line, but details signal that either the Toyota Sienna or Toyota Highlander will become a full EV in 2026......»»
VinFast founder commits $1 billion as EV maker bleeds cash
Vietnamese billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong pledged to invest at least another $1 billion of his personal wealth into VinFast Auto Ltd., providing the capital needed for expansion of the struggling electric vehicle maker......»»
Asbury Q1 net income slips 19%; $4.2 billion in revenue sets record
Asbury Automotive Group produced $147.1 million in net income during the first quarter, down 19 percent from a year earlier as falling profit margins offset rising vehicle sales and revenue......»»
IBM acquires HashiCorp in multi-billion dollar deal to boost cloud reach
HashiCorp agrees to $6.4 billion takeover deal by IBM as the companies look to take on more of the market......»»
INSANE LIMITED TIME deal shaves 84% off the Morento Smart Air Purifier!
If you’re concerned about the air quality you’re breathing in, then check out the Morento Smart Air Purifier in this crazy deal! The post INSANE LIMITED TIME deal shaves 84% off the Morento Smart Air Purifier! appeared first on Phandroid......»»
Samsung launches a new “super fast” 50W charger
Samsung has launched a new 50W dual charger, but it might not be available for purchase in the US as it has only launched in Europe so far. The post Samsung launches a new “super fast” 50W charger appeared first on Phandroid. While Chi.....»»
IBM to buy HashiCorp in $6.4 billion cash deal, expanding cloud portfolio
IBM and HashiCorp have entered into a definitive agreement under which IBM will acquire HashiCorp for $35 per share in cash, representing an enterprise value of $6.4 billion. HashiCorp’s suite of products provides enterprises with extensive Inf.....»»
Sugar in baby food: Why Nestlé needs to be held to account in Africa
Nestlé has been criticized for adding sugar and honey to infant milk and cereal products sold in many poorer countries. The Swiss food giant controls 20% of the baby-food market, valued at nearly US$70 billion......»»