New forecasting models could help prevent heat-related deaths
For parts of southern Europe, extreme heatwaves are now the rule, not the exception. New accurate and reliable weather prediction models could help regions better 'anticipate, prepare for, respond to and recover from' these increasingly extreme weath.....»»
Activists rally at Apple Park for reinstatement of child safety features
Protesters at Apple Park are demanding that the company reinstate its recently abandoned child safety measures.Image credit: Heat Initiative (via X)Nearly three dozen protesters gathered around Apple Park on Monday morning, carrying signs that read,.....»»
New plasma escape mechanism could protect fusion vessels from excessive heat
The furious exhaust heat generated by a fusing plasma in a commercial-scale reactor may not be as damaging to the vessel's innards as once thought, according to researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory.....»»
Tesla won"t launch freshened Model Y this year, says CEO Elon Musk
"No Model Y 'refresh' is coming out this year," Elon Musk wrote on the social media platform X on June 8 in response to a question. Analysts see aging models as a drag on Tesla's sales growth......»»
AI trained on photos from kids’ entire childhood without their consent
Kids "easily traceable" from photos used to train AI models, advocates warn. Enlarge (credit: RicardoImagen | E+) Photos of Brazilian kids—sometimes spanning their entire childhood—have been used without their consen.....»»
Craig Federighi says Apple hopes to add Google Gemini and other AI models to iOS 18
As part of its WWDC announcements today, Apple revealed a partnership with OpenAI to bring ChatGPT natively to iOS 18. During a followup interview on Monday, Apple executives Craig Federighi and John Giannandrea elaborated on Apple’s AI goals – a.....»»
Craig Federighi & John Giannandrea talk Apple Intelligence at WWDC
After the WWDC keynote, Apple's Craig Federighi and John Giannandrea sat down to talk more in-depth about its AI efforts with Apple Intelligence — including about how the company trained the models.iJustine, John Giannandrea, and Craig Federighi (f.....»»
Which Mac models are needed to run macOS Sequoia
Here's what Macs will run the new macOS 15, which is to be unveiled at WWDC 2024.The new macOS 15 is expected to support all of the same Macs as macOS SonomaEvery year, Apple announces new features for the Mac and often they are ones that push the ha.....»»
Apple announces new version of Siri powered by AI: smarter and more personal
Apple today unveiled a new version of Siri, that it promises is more natural and helpful. The new Siri is powered by Apple Intelligence generative AI models. Siri has a new UI, which features a glow around the device bezel. Responses appear in new.....»»
Apple integrates ChatGPT deeply into iOS 18
Apple Intelligence is the core of generative AI features in iOS 18, but Apple will also let users sign in with their OpenAI account and use ChatGPT models as well. Once connected, users can select ChatGPT as their model to use inside Siri and as p.....»»
These are the Apple Watch models compatible with watchOS 11
Apple on Monday announced watchOS 11, the next major software update for Apple Watch. The update comes with new fitness and health features, as well as bringing Live Activities and the Translate app to Apple Watch. However, not every Apple Watch mode.....»»
iOS 18: Here’s the list of iPhone models compatible with the update
After many rumors, Apple finally announced iOS 18 at WWDC 2024 on Monday. The new version of the iPhone operating system comes with a new Home Screen that lets users customize the icons, as well as a redesigned Photos app, Apple Intelligence, and muc.....»»
iOS 18 Officially Supports These iPhone Models
As expected, Apple’s new iOS 18 operating system supports all iOS 17-powered models though some features will be limited to newer iPhones. Apple today confirmed iOS 18, the next operating system for iPhone. Alongside the update’s new feat.....»»
watchOS 11 Doesn’t Support Three Popular Apple Watches
In a bit of a surprise, Apple’s new watchOS 11 update drops support for three Apple Watch models. Apple today confirmed watchOS 11, the next operating system for Apple Watch. Alongside the update’s new features, the company also confirmed.....»»
iPadOS 18 Drops Support For These iPad Models
Rumors suggested Apple’s new iPadOS 18 update would drop support for iPads with the A10X Fusion chip and those leaks were spot on. Apple today confirmed iPadOS 18, the next operating system for iPad. Alongside the update’s new features, t.....»»
"Smart" chemistry allows recycling of networked rubbery materials
Oak Ridge National Laboratory scientists ingeniously created a sustainable, soft material by combining rubber with woody reinforcements and incorporating "smart" linkages between the components that unlock on demand. The smart linkages allow heat to.....»»
Study: An estimated 135 million premature deaths linked to fine particulate matter pollution between 1980 and 2020
A study led by researchers from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) revealed that fine particulate matter from 1980 to 2020 was associated with approximately 135 million premature deaths globally. The findings were published i.....»»
Researchers use 3D visualization to predict, prevent hurricane damage
Beginning annually on June 1, hurricane season poses a major threat to Texas coastal communities, causing both physical and financial damage to the areas they hit. This damage can be staggering; when Hurricane Harvey hit in 2017, it cost Galveston $1.....»»
Best projector deals: Replace your TV with a big screen from $66
Elevate your home theater setup by buying from these projector deals, which include affordable options and premium models from brands like Epson and Samsung......»»
Quilt wants to change the way you heat and cool your home
Quilt is a ductless mini-split system that gives you impressive control over your heating and cooling needs, while also helping reduce your energy bills......»»
Apple announces ‘Apple Intelligence’: personal AI models across iPhone, iPad and Mac
As part of its WWDC keynote, Apple today unveiled its AI strategy, with a suite of features aimed to be powerful, intuitive, integrated, personal, and private. Apple Intelligence features are available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Apple Intelli.....»»