Nanoprinted high-neuron-density optical linear perceptrons perform near-infrared inference on a CMOS chip
Today, machine learning permeates everyday life, with millions of users every day unlocking their phones through facial recognition or passing through AI-enabled automated security checks at airports and train stations. These tasks are possible thank.....»»
Webb captures iconic Horsehead Nebula in unprecedented detail
The NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope has captured the sharpest infrared images to date of one of the most distinctive objects in our skies, the Horsehead Nebula. These observations show a part of the iconic nebula in a whole new light, capturi.....»»
Researchers discover "topological Kerr effect" in two-dimensional quantum magnets
In a recent collaboration between the High Magnetic Field Center of the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of Chinese Academy of Sciences, and the University of Science and Technology of China, researchers introduced the concept of the topological.....»»
James Webb captures the edge of the beautiful Horsehead Nebula
A new image from the James Webb Space Telescope shows the sharpest infrared view to date of a portion of the famous Horsehead Nebula......»»
Gurman: New iPad Pro may actually be powered by the M4 chip, touting AI features
In a surprise move, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports today in his Power On newsletter that the upcoming iPad Pro may actually be powered by the M4 chip, skipping the M3 altogether. The company would tout the AI capabilities of the new iPad range.....»»
New iPad Pro rumored to debut with M4 chip
A new rumor claims that the forthcoming iPad Pro, scheduled to debut on May 7, could be the first Apple product with the next-generation M4 chip powering it.New iPad Pro logo on the backIt seems unlikely that the iPad Pro would skip the M3 chip outri.....»»
5 great Bill Skarsgård movies you should check out
Bill Skarsgård will dominate this year with three high-profile releases, but if you're seeking other films that he stars in, look no further than these gems......»»
Some users are randomly getting locked out of their Apple ID accounts
Overnight, a notable portion of iCloud users were getting logged out of their accounts across all of their devices, and the only way back in was to perform a password reset.Web-based iCloud login pageThe log-outs weren't — or aren't, it's not clear.....»»
Tesla’s 2 million car Autopilot recall is now under federal scrutiny
NHTSA has tested the updated system and still has questions. Enlarge / A 2014 Tesla Model S driving on Autopilot rear-ended a Culver City fire truck that was parked in the high-occupancy vehicle lane on Interstate 405. (credit: C.....»»
Hackers try to exploit WordPress plugin vulnerability that’s as severe as it gets
WP Automatic plugin patched, but release notes don't mention the critical fix. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Hackers are assailing websites using a prominent WordPress plugin with millions of attempts to exploit a high-.....»»
Best SSD deals: Samsung 990 Pro discounts
If you're looking to upgrade to a high-speed SSD, then these deals will save you a pretty penny......»»
Is Sea of Thieves cross-platform?
Sea of Thieves is all about getting a group of friends together to take to the high seas. But is Sea of Thieves cross-platform? Here's what you need to know......»»
Optical barcodes expand range of high-resolution sensor
The same geometric quirk that lets visitors murmur messages around the circular dome of the whispering gallery at St. Paul's Cathedral in London or across St. Louis Union Station's whispering arch also enables the construction of high-resolution opti.....»»
High-precision blood glucose level prediction achieved by few-molecule reservoir computing
A collaborative research team from NIMS and Tokyo University of Science has successfully developed an artificial intelligence (AI) device that executes brain-like information processing through few-molecule reservoir computing. This innovation utiliz.....»»
Does fighting inflation always lead to recession? What 60 years of NZ data can tell us
There is an ongoing global debate over whether the high inflation seen in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic can be lowered without a recession......»»
Amazon drops Apple"s M3 MacBook Air to record low $989
Apple's recently released M3 MacBook Air has dropped to an all-time low of $989 at Amazon while supplies last.The month-end $989 promotion applies to Apple's standard 13-inch MacBook Air with the M3 chip — and every color is eligible for the $110 i.....»»
Arizona TSMC facility continues to fight cultural battles, rising costs & logistical hurdles
Apple chip partner TSMC faces significant barriers that impede the Arizona chip fabrication facility's progress, and the culture clash between American and Taiwanese employees doesn't seem to be getting batter.TSMC's Arizona facility grapples with ri.....»»
Meta says it will take years to make money from generative AI – but what about Apple?
Pretty much every tech company has been investing in generative AI for the past two years, and Apple is rumored to finally bring new AI-based tools to iPhone users soon with iOS 18. However, the costs of operating such tools are quite high, and Meta.....»»
iPhone 18 will probably get TSMC"s newly announced next-generation 1.8nm chip process
TSMC has announced a breakthrough chip fabrication technology, with reduced node size, increased performance and better power management — all of which should ultimately lead to faster iPhones and Macs.TSMC has just announced an all-new chip produc.....»»
Researchers establish a high-throughput multiscale evaluation method for thermal stress in thermal barrier coatings
Thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) are widely used in gas turbine engines to obtain elevated working temperatures and improve engine efficiency. The phase transition of the ceramic layer is accompanied by a large volume difference, causing the concentra.....»»
Towards novel promising perovskite-type ferroelectric materials: High-pressure synthesis of rubidium niobate
Capacitors are crucial components in electronic devices such as smartphones and computers. They are made of dielectric materials that polarize on the application of the voltage. Currently, barium titanate (BaTiO3) is the most widely used material for.....»»