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Apple is going to pay up to $14.4 million (CAD) to eligible members of a class-action lawsuit in Canada that said that the company purposefully dialed back the performance of some older iPhones.CBC reports that each claimant can expect to receive between $17.50 and $150, depending on the number of claims submitted (via MacRumors).In late 2017, it came to light that Apple was slowing down some older iPhone models and this created an impression that the company was doing so to force people to upgrade to a new model. Apple responded by explaining that since aged batteries become less capable of delivering peak energy loads,…
We have stepped into the third month of the year, so it’s time to get serious about the goals we set for ourselves. One way to stay on track is to be more mindful of your screen time and we think a device like the PC tablet Surface Pro 9 can help you be more productive. Best Buy has massively discounted the slate, so it’s the perfect time to gift it to yourself. The Surface Pro 9 is not just another tablet. It’s more of a laptop hybrid and is aimed at professionals, particularly those who are always on the go.It’s…
In addition to the March 2024 Pixel Feature Drop that began to roll out today with new features for Pixel phones, watches, and tablet, Google has also begun to roll out its March 2024 monthly software update (build AP1A.240305.019.A1) to eligible Pixel devices. The update includes a quite lengthy changelog of both fixes and improvements for supported Pixels running Android 14. Supported devices include the Pixel 5a (5G), Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet, Pixel Fold, Pixel 8, and Pixel 8 Pro.March 2024 Pixel Update Changelog:Apps: General improvements for stability and…
The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra may not be Samsung’s top-of-the-line tablet anymore, but this awesome slate is still worth it and is currently an even bigger bang for your buck after an awesome price cut at Best Buy.Currently, the retailer has the 128GB version of the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra on sale for $300 off its price. This means you can now snag this amazing slate for just $799.99 instead of its usual cost of $1,099.99. However, we should warn you that this deal has been available for quite some time, meaning it may expire soon. This is why, it’s…
Future of Families: How reproductive technology can reverse population decline Speakers: Antonio Regalado, Sr Editor of biomedicine and special guest Martín Varsavsky, Founder of Prelude Fertility Birth rates have been plummeting in wealthy countries, well below the “replacement” rate. Even in China, a dramatic downturn in the number of babies has officials scrambling, as its population growth turns negative. What’s behind the baby bust and can new reproductive technology reverse the trend? Startup companies are working on ways to reduce the cost of IVF, allow same-sex couples to reproduce, and extend parenthood far later into life. Related Coverage #Roundtables #Future…
Extreme ultraviolet lithography (EUV) machines are huge, about the size of a school bus. And they are expensive, too. Only one company, Dutch firm ASML, makes the machines which are used to etch circuitry patterns on silicon wafers. As chips get smaller and carry billions of transistors, these patterns have to be thinner than human hair and that’s where the EUV machines come in.The latest generation of EUV machine, known as the High-NA EUV, is expected to be used to help build chips using a 2nm process node and smaller. As we told you back in December, Intel was the…
Recorded on October 11, 2023 How does AI work? Speakers: Mary Beth Griggs, Science editor and Will Douglas Heaven, Sr Editor for AI Everyone’s talking about large language models and image generators built on artificial intelligence. Many people have tested out tools like ChatGPT or DALL-E 2 and been amazed at the results, or disturbed by their tendency to hallucinate. But how do the algorithms underpinning these new generative tools actually work? And what’s the best way to evaluate their capabilities? Related Coverage It’s time to talk about the real AI risks AI hype is built on high test scores. Those tests…
As if Apple didn’t have enough legal actions it has to juggle, a proposed class action lawsuit (via Bloomberg) accuses the tech giant of more antitrust violations. This time, Apple is accused of “rigging the competitive playing field” using its dominating 70% share of the cloud platform market that it owns thanks to iCloud. The suit states, “Apple has marked up its iCloud prices to the point where the service is generating almost pure profit. Apple’s ability to sustain these prices is a testament to its monopoly power.”Bloomberg notes that the proposed class action would include a nationwide class and…
How should we regulate AI? Speakers: Melissa Heikkilä, Senior reporter for AI and Charlotte Jee, News editor There’s little doubt that artificial intelligence will be subject to more regulation in the years ahead. Major tech companies have requested it, and multiple countries and regions are now moving forward with plans to pass new rules governing the technology’s development or use. Broadly speaking, these proposed policies aim to redirect AI toward serving societal goals or address potential biases that put people at risk. Related Coverage #Roundtables #regulate
Are you a tech enthusiast on your hunt for a new Galaxy smartwatch, but you have just $150 in your pocket? Well, it seems Lady Luck is on your side! Once again, Walmart’s deal on the old but gold Galaxy Watch 4 Classic is back, meaning that $150 is enough to get you the one with Bluetooth connectivity!This promo has been available on multiple occasions at the merchant, and it’s currently only available on the Bluetooth models in Black. Despite its somewhat advanced age, the Samsung smartwatch still packs a punch with its awesome features and iconic design featuring a…
The AI Economy Speakers: Mat Honan, Editor in chief and David Rotman, Editor at large There’s no doubt that generative AI will impact the economy—but how, exactly, remains an open question. Despite fears that these AI tools will upend workers and exacerbate wealth inequality, early evidence suggests the technology could actually help level the playing field for some. But only if we deploy it in the right ways. Meanwhile, the demand for chips that underpin modern AI including generative tools is expected to grow significantly. And the US is spending billions to reshore the industry. Global competition for these chips…
If you still haven’t had enough great Samsung deals for today and want to slash (way) more than 150 bucks off the list price of the top-of-the-line new Galaxy S24 Ultra, we’d like to draw your attention for a few seconds to the device manufacturer’s official US website… for a change.That’s where a massive Discover Samsung Spring Sale is currently taking place, and at least for 24 hours, by far the most attractive promotion sees the aforementioned S Pen-wielding 6.8-inch giant drop to as little as $299.99… in a 512GB storage variant… with an additional $100 credit also included at…
If you are an Oppo Smartphone user still on Android 13, you’ll be happy to know that the company has released its timeline for the next slate of devices that will receive ColorOS 14. Powered by Android 14, ColorOS 14 will update your device to the latest version of the operating system and promises several exciting new features and improvements.This month’s list is pretty much identical to last month’s, making this month’s updates a continuation of the process that already began last month. A wide range of Oppo smartphones will receive the ColorOS 14 update in March if they haven’t…
Researchers have known for decades that amniotic fluid holds fetal cells. That’s what allows doctors to diagnose conditions like Down syndrome and sickle-cell disease before birth via amniocentesis, in which a needle is used to take a sample of the fluid. The vast majority of these cells, 95% or more, are dead cells sloughed off by the fetus, says Mattia Gerli, a stem cell biologist at University College London and an author of a paper on the work published in Nature Medicine today. But what the researchers homed in on was the much smaller fraction of live cells in amniotic…
How often do you see one of the best phones in the world score a Christmas-level discount in March? Not very, but there’s clearly something in the early spring air right now as far as high-end Galaxy handsets are concerned.Just like the Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, S24 Ultra, and S23, Samsung’s latest Android-powered flip phone is available at a special price at the time of this writing with no strings attached and no hoops to jump through whatsoever. While you’d normally have to pay $999.99 and up for an unlocked Galaxy Z Flip 5, Amazon is currently charging a cool…
Some companies are deep into their AI journey, delivering advanced AI-enabled products and services, but many businesses are at the early stages and are struggling with where and how to best apply AI in their business. AI is complex, requiring new skills, tools, and technologies. To accelerate AI development and integration, organizations can benefit from a trusted partner that has AI expertise across the complete technology stack. The right AI solution provider can help determine the best AI strategy for a company’s specific business model and provide comprehensive, unified services, advanced infrastructure, and tools specifically designed for AI. Discover the…