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Hear, hear… I believe it’s the first time ever I’m worried Apple might not be able to catch up to the competition, and do it “later but better”.Historically, Cupertino’s always been the one that waits for new features to mature before bringing them to its products. However, the vast majority of these features have been related to hardware – like the first periscope zoom camera on iPhone 15 Pro Max.But I was checking out Microsoft’s new Surface Laptop, which is powered by AI, and the same type of chip found in smartphones, and it hit me… Apple has fallen behind…
It’s quite possible that the U.S. sanctions that were intended to prevent Huawei from obtaining cutting-edge chips could fail. That’s because Huawei filed a patent to use self-aligned quadruple patterning (SAQP) lithography to build 3nm chips using multi-patterning techniques. The multi-patterning techniques are the subject of another patent filed by state-funded chip manufacturing company SiCarrier which, according to Tom’s Hardware, confirms that China’s largest foundry SMIC is interested in using SAQP to produce 3nm chips for Huawei using Deep Ultraviolet (DUV) lithography machines.Currently, only TSMC and Samsung Foundry are building 3nm smartphone chipsets which currently require the use of Extreme…
Now that Verizon has created a “strategic partnership” with AST Space Mobile, the “Big Three” U.S. carriers are getting set up to deliver satellite connectivity to their customers. A couple of weeks ago, AT&T signed a deal with the same AST Space Mobile that runs through 2030. Satellite coverage for AT&T and Verizon customers will be dependent on five low-earth orbiting satellites that will be launched this summer from Cape Canaveral, Florida. T-Mobile, always the “Un-carrier,” is taking a different approach and is working with Elon Musk’s SpaceX and its wholly-owned Starlink subsidiary.Abel Avellan, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of AST…
Samsung Galaxy users woke up to an unexpected surprise recently – their beloved Messages app started crashing. In less than a day, complaints flooded online forums like Reddit and Samsung’s official channels, with users reporting that the app would forcefully shut down whenever they tried to start a new conversation.This glitch was particularly frustrating because it left users unable to access their conversations, memories, and important message threads. Basic troubleshooting steps like clearing the cache or restarting the phone proved ineffective, leaving many users scrambling for a solution.Android Authority reported on the issue, highlighting the widespread frustration among Samsung Galaxy…
The rollout of Google’s Find My Device (FMD) network to all Android devices has been a gradual process, leaving many users in a state of anticipation. While some have already received the update, others are still waiting to access the enhanced network. However, recent experiences have revealed an unexpected way to activate the FMD network: by setting up a supported tracker.Android users have been eager to test the FMD network’s capabilities, especially with the release of compatible trackers from brands like Chipolo and Pebblebee. However, the lack of network access on certain devices has been a source of frustration for…
Google’s Live Caption, a beloved accessibility feature for Android users, is about to receive several enhancements that promise to make it even more user-friendly. At the recent Google I/O event, the tech giant unveiled a number of major accessibility features coming to Android, including a significant update to Live Caption.The update, which was expected to roll out this month, introduces a new “grab bar” that allows users to effortlessly adjust the number of caption lines displayed on their screens. This is a welcome addition for users who have been seeking more control over the caption display, especially those who may…
Google’s Gemini AI has been making waves (both positive and negative), but only one version of it, Gemini Nano, harnesses the power of smartphone hardware. Up until now, only the Google Pixel 8 Pro and a few select phones have had Nano support. When the standard Pixel 8 was initially left out, users voiced their displeasure. Google then listened and backtracked, announcing that Nano would indeed come to the Pixel 8 and even the Pixel 8a.There’s a twist, though. Unlike the automatic Nano integration on the Pixel 8 Pro, users of the Pixel 8 and 8a will need to manually…
When it comes to popularity, the clamshell foldable Galaxy Z Flip 3, Galaxy Z Flip 4, and Galaxy Z Flip 5 have been the most popular foldable devices over the last three years. Because of the form factor of the device, Samsung uses two different batteries on these models. Last year’s Galaxy Z Flip 5 carried a 971mAh and a 2,620mAh cell which Samsung marketed as having a typical battery capacity of 3700mAh matching the typical battery capacity of the Galaxy Z Flip 4.With the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra, which will be known as the Razr+ (2024) in the U.S.,…
Fitbit just announced a new smartwatch, the Ace LTE, aimed at getting kids aged seven and up moving and grooving. However, it’s not your average smartwatch, as this one is all about turning exercise into a game.Think of it like a mini arcade on your wrist. The Ace LTE has fun 3D games that use the watch’s motion sensors and sounds to make things super interactive. The more kids move, the more they get to play. Plus, Fitbit will be adding new games to the mix every few months to keep things fresh. Video format not supported But it’s not…
Generative AI, like predictive AI before it, has rightly seized the attention of business executives. The technology has the potential to add trillions of dollars to annual global economic activity, and its adoption for business applications is expected to improve the top or bottom lines—or both—at many organizations. While generative AI offers an impressive and powerful new set of capabilities, its business value is not a given. While some powerful foundational models are open to public use, these do not serve as a differentiator for those looking to get ahead of the competition and unlock AI’s full potential. To gain…
Garmin’s smartwatches may be fancy wearables made for outdoor enthusiasts, but most of them fall in the premium category, which means they also sport premium price tags.But if you are a cash-strapped tech enthusiast, don’t despair! You can get a premium Garmin smartwatch without breaking the bank as long as you take advantage of this deal. Amazon is selling the sleek Garmin Vivoactive 4S at a whopping $141 discount, cutting a whole 43% off the watch’s usual price. Thanks to that price cut, you can treat yourself to this awesome wearable for less than $190. Granted, we’ve seen better deals…
“As applications move to the cloud, more and more opportunities are getting unlocked,” says Vinod Mamtani, vice president and general manager of generative AI services for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. “For example, the application of AI and generative AI are transforming businesses in deep ways.” No longer simply a software and infrastructure upgrade, cloud is now a powerful technology capable of accelerating innovation, improving agility, and supporting emerging tools. In order to capitalize on cloud’s competitive advantages, however, businesses must ask for more from their cloud transformations. Every business operates in its own context, and so a strong cloud solution should…
A new model of the Nothing Phone (2a) may be in development, as a device with the model number A142P has recently received Bureau of Indian Standard certification. The model number is remarkably similar to that of the Phone (2a), which is A142, suggesting that the new device — codenamed “PacManPro — could be a variant of the existing model.As noted by MySmartPrice, the “Pro” in the codename could indicate that the new phone may feature upgrades and enhancements compared to the standard Phone (2a). However, it is unlikely to simply be a new colorway, as the recently introduced blue…
If you’ve ever struggled to unlock your phone with your finger because it’s wet, cold, or dirty, then you know how much of an annoyance that could be. Thankfully, this could soon be a thing of the past, thanks to a new fingerprint scanning technology from Goodix. The company just launched an ultrasonic under-display fingerprint sensor that’s already making waves in the Vivo X100 Ultra.This isn’t your average fingerprint scanner, as it uses sound waves instead of light to read your fingerprint. This makes it possible for it to work even if your fingers aren’t perfectly clean or dry, and…
It is easy to convince ourselves that we now live in a dematerialized ethereal world, ruled by digital startups, artificial intelligence, and financial services.Yet there is little evidence that we have decoupled our economy from its churning hunger for resources. We are still reliant on the products of geological processes like coal and quartz, a mineral that’s a rich source of the silicon used to build computer chips, to power our world.Three recent books aim to reconnect readers with the physical reality that underpins the global economy. Each one fills in dark secrets about the places, processes, and lived realities…
Nothing has officially unveiled the Phone (2a) Special Edition, a vibrant new take on its transparent smartphone design. This limited-edition model marks the first time the company has combined red, yellow, and blue—all primary colors used separately in previous Nothing products—into a single device.Phone (2a) Special Edition. A story of colour.At the very core of Nothing is transparency. This idea of distilling things down to their most basic, yet beautiful form. If we apply this notion to colour we are left with red, yellow and blue. The primary colours. pic.twitter.com/54X2aYgQEN— Nothing (@nothing) May 29, 2024The transparent aesthetic that Nothing is…