Softbank plans to cancel out angry customer voices using AI
Real-time voice modification tech seeks to reduce stress in call center staff. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images / Benj Edwards) Japanese telecommunications giant SoftBank recently announced that it has been developing "emot.....»»
Ineos Automotive plans bigger dealer footprint in U.S.
Ineos has 18 U.S. dealerships and a pair of stores in Canada. The upstart automaker is looking to add to its dealership count in 2024......»»
How Apple plans to save the Vision Pro
Apple wants to get its Vision Pro headset back on track and increase sales, but it might look elsewhere for the product that ends up saving its VR efforts......»»
Google is bringing AI to the classroom — in a big way
The company plans to integrate its Gemini AI into the Workspace for Education software suite......»»
Apple"s iPhone assembly automation goal has hit some bumps in the road
Thanks to automation, the Cupertino-based tech giant plans to reduce the number of workers assembling the iPhone by as much as half, but that could have disastrous effects on international labor markets.Apple already uses robots, like Daisy, in its d.....»»
How to use voice in Character.AI
Here are the ins and outs of working with voices on Character.AI......»»
X will soon limit the ability to livestream to Premium subscribers
There’s been a lot going on at X recently when it comes to attempts to make more money from the platform. After Elon Musk confirmed his plans to introduce a small fee for new users, X has now confirmed that it will soon limit the ability to livestr.....»»
Amazon’s new AI-powered Alexa will cost up to $10/month
AI is getting infused into everything these days, and Amazon’s Alexa is the latest service to receive an AI upgrade. According to a new report, Amazon plans for its AI-powered Alexa to come with a monthly price tag for the first time: a $5-10 month.....»»
Amazon is swapping plastic pillows for paper in its packaging
Plans to transition to paper packaging will see Amazon remove at least 95% of plastic air pillows from North American packages......»»
Thinner design Apple products, bigger screen Apple Watch rumors, more iOS 18 tidbits
Benjamin and Chance are back with a review of this week’s Apple news, including thoughts on the rumored bigger watch sizes coming this fall, Apple’s plans to design thinner iPhone and MacBook Pro models, and the abrupt cancellation of Apple Pay L.....»»
Samsung Android 15 Update: Good & Bad News for Galaxy Users
There’s good news and bad news for Samsung Galaxy users regarding the company’s plans for Android 15 and its One UI 7 update. Let’s start with the bad news. According to tipster Ice Universe, Samsung’s upcoming One UI 7 update.....»»
Learn anything with these new customer deals from Udemy
With these new customer deals from Udemy you can learn anything and everything your heart desires. From life skills and hobbies to upskilling for work......»»
Apple Intelligence plans in China still unclear due to legal concerns
How Apple Intelligence will work in China remains unclear, as the company has to navigate the country’s generative AI regulations. A new report says that Apple concluded it was unlikely to get approval to use a system developed outside of China,.....»»
AT&T is raising the prices of its grandfathered plans
It seems that AT&T really wants customers in their grandfathered plans to upgrade as they will be raising their prices on their old plans. The post AT&T is raising the prices of its grandfathered plans appeared first on Phandroid. Carriers.....»»
YouTube cracks down on Premium plans bought with a VPN
It seems that YouTube is cracking down on Premium subscriptions bought using VPNs, so if that’s you, you might have your sub canceled. The post YouTube cracks down on Premium plans bought with a VPN appeared first on Phandroid. YouTube h.....»»
How to brainstorm and mind-map in Freeform
Apple's included Freeform app is a versatile tool for note-taking, doodles, collaborative planning, and much more. Here's how to use it as a mind-mapping tool for visualizing plans, projects, and ideas on your Mac, iPhone, and iPad.Freeform is includ.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: June 19, 2024 – Apple Vision plans, even more about iOS 18
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsore.....»»
Ford said to plan further job cuts in Europe amid sales slump
Ford plans more restructuring in key European markets amid slumping sales and the loss of its top executive in the region to VW......»»
Service teams avert cat-astrophe
Dealership service departments are used to customers complaining their engine is making knocking or pinging sounds. But the service crew at West Herr Chevrolet of East Syracuse in New York recently heard a different engine complaint. "A customer p.....»»
CarMax to report Q1 earnings as competitors gain steam; used supply, affordability remain concerns
Used-vehicle retailer CarMax Inc. plans to report its fiscal first-quarter earnings on June 21......»»
AT&T announces up to $20/month price increase for older ‘Unlimited’ plans
AT&T has announced another price increase, this time affecting customers who are grandfathered into retired unlimited plans. The carrier says that prices will increase by as much as $20 per month starting in August. more….....»»