Orangutan diplomacy: Why Malaysia"s scheme is attracting criticism before it starts
Malaysia plans to gift orangutans to major economic partners, as a way of improving its international image and building alliances. The "orangutan diplomacy" plan was confirmed by the nation's plantation and commodities minister, Johari Abdul Ghani,.....»»
US pricing announced for the Polestar 4 EV; starts at $54,900
The midsize SUV will have up to 300 miles of range—but no rear windshield. Enlarge / The Polestar 4 went on sale in China late last year, then in Europe and Australia in January. Now it's North America's turn. (credit: Jonathan.....»»
WWDC 2024 starts on June 10 with announcements about iOS 18 and beyond
Speculation is rampant that Apple will make its first big moves in generative AI. Enlarge / The logo for WWDC24. (credit: Apple) Apple has announced dates for this year's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). WWDC24 wi.....»»
Android 15 gets satellite messaging, starts foldable cover app support
Google still isn't letting Play Store apps use RCS, though. Enlarge / The Android 15 logo. This is "Android V," if you can't tell from the logo. (credit: Google) Android 15 continues its march toward release with the A.....»»
14-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro starts from $1,605, AirTags at $24, Eve Cam, more
If you need more than 8GB of memory, today’s 14-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro discounts are right up your alley. Pricing starts at $1,605 for the usually $1,999 MacBook and comes joined by AirTags from $21 each and a rare chance to save on the HomeKit-en.....»»
Here’s BMW’s electric replacement for the X3—production starts in 2025
BMW has developed an all new EV platform with better efficiency and more tech. Enlarge BMW provided flights from Washington to Lisbon and accommodation so Ars could be briefed on the Vision Neue Klasse X. Ars does not a.....»»
Preventing another "Jan. 6" starts by changing how elections are certified, experts say
The 2024 presidential election may be a rematch between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, but preventing a repeat of Jan. 6, 2021—when false claims of a stolen election promoted by Donald Trump and his allies led to an insurrec.....»»
Apple starts rolling out new AirTag firmware update
Apple is rolling out a new version of AirTag firmware today, the first update since October. Here’s how to check your AirTag firmware version. more….....»»
Apple Watch Series 9 starts at $299 (Save $100) in today’s best deals, Apple Pencil 2 $79, more
Spring discounts mean you can add Apple Watch Series 9 to your workout kit for all-time lows starting at $299. Those $100 discounts come joined by Apple Pencil 2 at $79 as well as a chance to score any of Samsung’s new AirPlay 2 TVs at $100 off. Hi.....»»
Apple pushes back on criticism, says it’s fully complying with the DMA
With iOS 17.4 this month, Apple debuted a number of new features as part of its efforts to comply with the Digital Markets Act in the EU. These efforts include alternative app marketplaces, new business terms for developers, and support for third-par.....»»
Elon Musk’s xAI releases Grok source and weights, taunting OpenAI
Amid criticism of OpenAI's closed models, Musk makes the Grok-1 AI model free to download. Enlarge / An AI-generated image released by xAI during the open-weights launch of Grok-1. (credit: xAI) On Sunday, Elon Musk's AI.....»»
Apple protests criticism that it"s not complying with EU laws
Apple has told an official hearing of the European Commission that it has fully complied with the new Digital Markets Act, despite complaints from rivals.Apple claims that it is in compliance with EU DMANow that the Digital Markets Act is fully in fo.....»»
BMW apologizes after criticism from annual Chinese consumer show
BMW 530Li transmission shaft was singled out on the country's annual consumer day gala television show for producing "disturbing" noises......»»
Amazon"s Big Spring Sale starts March 20, but you can grab official Apple products from $7.99 right now
A 5-day Amazon Spring Sale is on the horizon starting March 20, but there are aggressive discounts in effect now on Apple products and accessories. We've rounded up the best deals on Macs, iPads, AirPods, AirTags and more.Grab Apple deals ahead of th.....»»
iPhone 14 Pro starts at $719 in Wednesday’s best deals, $239 off Apple Watch Series 9, more
All of today’s best deals are now live for Wednesday. We’ve rounded up price cuts on iPhone 14 Pro starting at $719, as well as even deeper deals on stainless steel Apple Watch Series 9 styles at $239 off. Hit the jump for all that and more in th.....»»
Apple refutes criticism of its carbon neutral plans by showcasing its rainforest efforts
Aiming to show that its carbon reduction efforts are not mere "climate-washing," Apple has spotlighted how its Restore Fund is contributing to the restoration of a Brazilian rainforest, and attempts to save over 3,000 types of tree from extinction.Wo.....»»
Ind. dealership group starts high school program to develop future auto technicians
Many dealerships look to community college training programs as a source of future auto mechanics. An Indiana dealership group is starting even earlier in its search — high school......»»
The 2024 Moto G Power packs wireless charging, 8GB RAM in a $300 phone
The 2024 Moto G starts arriving at the end of March at most budget carriers. The 2024 Moto G and Moto G Power. [credit:.....»»
How to Fix MacBook Battery Drain
If your MacBook Pro or MacBook Air’s battery life starts draining fast, you’ll want to take some steps to alleviate the problem before getting in touch with Apple support. In most cases, your MacBook Air or MacBook Pro battery life proble.....»»
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor director Stig Asmussen starts new studio, Giant Skull
We spoke to Stig Asmussen, the game director behind the Star Wars Jedi series and God of War 3, about forming his new studio, Giant Skull......»»
Zuck insists Quest 3 is also a computer and not just for games in latest Vision Pro criticism
Shortly after Vision Pro was released last month, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took to Threads to offer his “review” of the product. At the time, Zuckerberg concluded that not only is the Meta Quest 3 a better value than Vision Pro, it’s also the b.....»»