USB-IF is, once again, trying to logo its way out of USB-C confusion
Core issue remains: USB-C cables can look the same and act totally different. Enlarge / The USB-IF is planning new logos to go with the upgraded capabilities of USB-C 2.1 cables and chargers. (credit: USB-IF) In just a few years, the USB-C por.....»»
Youth grapple with interpreting the unspoken for their immigrant families
UC Merced researchers are shedding light on a little-explored aspect of cross-cultural communication that involves no spoken words but sometimes can cause confusion and anguish for children acting as interpreters for older family members......»»
Google says running AI models on phones is a huge RAM hog
Google wants AI models to be loaded 24/7, so 8GB of RAM might not be enough. Enlarge / The Google Gemini logo. (credit: Google) In early March, Google made the odd announcement that only one of its two latest smartphones.....»»
WWDC, Apple Ring, and five years of Apple TV+ on the AppleInsider Podcast
We now have a date for WWDC 2024, we have perhaps more idea than ever of just what it will cover, and we have ever increasing rumors of a smart Apple Ring. All we need now is the release of new iPads.Apple's WWDC 2024 logo superimposed on an iPadWe c.....»»
Greg Joswiak has given a not-so subtle hint about what will be at WWDC
Following the confirmation that WWDC 2024 will be held from June 10, Apple SVP of Marketing Greg Joswiak has given a reasonably obvious hint that the event will feature AI.Siri logo inside a WWDC 2024 graphicOn March 26, Apple announced that its Worl.....»»
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.....»»
Buying affordable ethical chocolate is almost impossible—but some firms are offering the next best thing
With supermarket aisles piled high with assortments of chocolate treats, the choice can seem overwhelming. The array of ethical options—some with certifications, others with marketing claims about sustainability—can just add to the confusion......»»
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.....»»
Apple working on technology to make a futuristic all-glass MacBook Pro
Newly revealed research shows Apple is looking at mimicking the iPhone's glass back for an all-glass MacBook Pro, which could also incorporate a touchscreen.Someone can't draw an Apple logo.If you could only go by the newly-revealed patent applicatio.....»»
F1’s pursuit of sustainability drives Pirelli to unveil forest-friendly tires
The Forest Stewardship Council has given its approval to Pirelli's natural rubber. Enlarge / You'll notice the Forest Stewardship Council's logo on the sidewall to the right of the Pirelli logo. (credit: Pirelli) Formula.....»»
Ford, Forever 21 partner on limited-edition clothing line
Available online or in stores now, the 28-piece collection features the Blue Oval logo as well as Mustang and Bronco graphics......»»
Google’s Gemini AI now refuses to answer election questions
Gemini is opting out of election-related responses entirely for 2024. Enlarge / The Google Gemini logo. (credit: Google) Like many of us, Google Gemini is tired of politics. Reuters reports that Google has restricted th.....»»
How to sync a PS4 controller to pair it with a console or device
For owners of a PS4 or PS4 Pro system, syncing up your controllers shouldn’t be an issue, but we’re here to clear up any confusion you might have in our guide......»»
Open Source Hardware Certifications For February 2024
The Open Source Hardware Association (OSHWA) runs a free program that allows creators to certify that their hardware complies with the community definition of open source hardware. Whenever you see the certification logo, you know that the cer.....»»
The AI wars heat up with Claude 3, claimed to have “near-human” abilities
Willison: "No model has beaten GPT-4 on a range of widely used benchmarks like this." Enlarge / The Anthropic Claude 3 logo. (credit: Anthropic) On Monday, Anthropic released Claude 3, a family of three AI language model.....»»
Discord leaker Jack Teixeira pleads guilty, seeks light 11-year sentence
Jack Teixeira avoids spy charges, reduces sentence from up to 60 years. Enlarge / This photo illustration created on April 13, 2023, shows the Discord logo and the suspect, national guardsman Jack Teixeira, reflected in an image.....»»
AT&T will pay a miserly $5 per account in outage compensation
AT&T will be providing bill credits to customers over the major February 22 outage, but the $5 credit will be paid on a per-account basis instead of per line.An AT&T logo on a buildingOn February 22, AT&T suffered from an outage that affected its cel.....»»
Google plans “Gemini Business” AI for Workspace users
Google's first swing at this idea, "Duet AI," was an extra $30 per user per month. Enlarge / The Google Gemini logo. (credit: Google) One of Google's most lucrative businesses consists of packaging its free consumer app.....»»
Films imported through Movies Anywhere may not play in 3D on Apple Vision Pro
Purchased films upgraded to 3D by Apple will sometimes only play in 2D on Apple Vision Pro if ownership was imported through Movies Anywhere — and there doesn't appear to be a fix.Movies Anywhere logoMovies Anywhere aims to end the confusion of whi.....»»
Android 15 Developer Preview 1 is out for the Pixel 6 and up
Low-level developer features include fs-verify support, more screen-sharing modes. Enlarge / The Android 15 logo. This is "Android V," if you can't tell from the logo. (credit: Google) It's that time of year again. And.....»»
Google upstages itself with Gemini 1.5 AI launch, one week after Ultra 1.0
Google confusingly overshadows its own pro product a week after its last major AI launch. Enlarge / The Gemini 1.5 logo, released by Google. (credit: Google) One week after its last major AI announcement, Google appears.....»»