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The best Apple Watch to buy
The best Apple Watch to buy The best Apple Watch for most people is the Apple Watch SE 3, which offers an always-on display, improved health features, and fast charging at a price of $249. If health monitoring is your primary focus, the Apple Watch Series 11 has a slight edge with advanced sensors for […]
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These prebuilt PCs are about to cost more due to rising RAM prices
These prebuilt PCs are about to cost more due to rising RAM prices Rising RAM prices are affecting prebuilt PC manufacturers, including CyberPowerPC, Maingear, and Skytech Gaming. The price of RAM has surged by 500% globally, while SSD prices have risen by 100%, impacting the cost of building gaming PCs. CyberPowerPC plans to adjust its […]
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Strong iPhone 17 sales may push Apple ahead of Samsung this year
Strong iPhone 17 sales may push Apple ahead of Samsung this year Counterpoint Research predicts Apple’s iPhone 17 sales will push it ahead of Samsung as the number one phone manufacturer this year. The report estimates Apple will ship 243 million phones, while Samsung will ship 235 million, with Apple holding a 19.4% share of […]
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From concrete to community: How synthetic data can make urban digital twins more humane
From concrete to community: How synthetic data can make urban digital twins more humane Urban digital twins are high-tech models of cities that replicate buildings, roads, and utilities, but often ignore how people use them, creating an incomplete picture. The solution to this problem lies in using synthetic data that closely approximates real people’s data, […]
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A database could help revive the Arapaho language before its last speakers are gone
A database could help revive the Arapaho language before its last speakers are gone A database is being used to revive the Arapaho language, which has fewer than 100 speakers today, all over the age of 70. The language has been in decline due to Euro-American pressure and boarding schools suppressing its use, but tribal […]
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Aqara’s $99 Wi-Fi smart lock is a good-looking budget option
Aqara’s $99 Wi-Fi smart lock is a good-looking budget option Aqara’s $99 Wi-Fi smart lock offers a sleek design and supports Amazon Alexa and Google Home. The B50 smart lock features a backlit keypad, allowing for secure entry and control via voice commands or an app. Users can create custom PIN codes with optional “anti-peek” […]
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Some of our favorite gifts will cost you less than $25
Some of our favorite gifts will cost you less than $25 Get great gifts for under $25 without breaking the bank. Discover practical and fun gift ideas that won’t feel like a cheap impulse purchase. Find affordable options, including some under $10, that still offer value and quality. Score unexpected deals on items like Nintendo […]
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Zombies, Run! isn’t headed for the grave after all
Zombies, Run! isn’t headed for the grave after all Zombies, Run!, a popular fitness app, was initially sold to a new company but has been bought back by co-creator and author Naomi Alderman. The app, which combines running/walking with post-apocalyptic audio storytelling, had around 10 million users worldwide when it was first founded in 2012. […]
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Jony Ive and Sam Altman say they finally have an AI hardware prototype
Jony Ive and Sam Altman say they finally have an AI hardware prototype OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and former Apple designer Jony Ive have revealed that they are currently prototyping a new AI hardware device. The device, rumored to be screen-free and roughly the size of a smartphone, aims to embody simplicity, beauty, and playfulness […]
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‘Holy shit’: Gemini 3 is winning the AI race — for now
‘Holy shit’: Gemini 3 is winning the AI race — for now Gemini 3, a new AI model from Google, has been released to widespread fanfare and is already making waves in the industry. The model has surpassed competitors’ products on various benchmarks and is currently topping the charts on LMArena, a crowdsourced AI evaluation […]
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More than half of new articles on the internet are being written by AI – is human writing headed for extinction?
More than half of new articles on the internet are being written by AI – is human writing headed for extinction? More than half of new articles on the internet are being written by artificial intelligence (AI), according to a recent study by Graphite, which analyzed over 65,000 randomly selected articles. The impact of AI-generated […]
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More than half of new articles on the internet are now being written by AI – is human writing headed for extinction?
More than half of new articles on the internet are now being written by AI – is human writing headed for extinction? More than half of new articles on the internet are now being written by artificial intelligence (AI), according to a recent study by digital marketing firm Graphite. The impact of AI-generated content raises […]
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OnePlus 15R will get a late launch next month
OnePlus 15R will get a late launch next month The OnePlus 15R will be officially announced on December 17th, alongside the OnePlus Pad Go 2 and Watch Lite. The phone and tablet will release in the US, Europe, and India, while the budget watch will only be available in Europe. The OnePlus 15R’s availability in […]
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Microsoft is speeding up and decluttering File Explorer in Windows 11
Microsoft is speeding up and decluttering File Explorer in Windows 11 Microsoft is speeding up and decluttering File Explorer in Windows 11 by preloading it to improve launch performance. The preloading feature can be disabled, allowing users to control when File Explorer runs in the background. Changes have been made to the context menu to reduce clutter, […]
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$2B Counter-Strike 2 crash exposes a legal black hole: Your digital investments aren’t really yours
$2B Counter-Strike 2 crash exposes a legal black hole: Your digital investments aren’t really yours The $2 billion Counter-Strike 2 crash exposes a legal black hole where digital investments aren’t protected by traditional laws, leaving players and investors with limited recourse. The crash highlights the lack of regulation in digital economies, which are governed primarily […]
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When fake data is a good thing – how synthetic data trains AI to solve real problems
When fake data is a good thing – how synthetic data trains AI to solve real problems Artificial intelligence researchers are increasingly using synthetic data, artificially generated examples that mimic real ones, to train AI models due to the scarcity or rarity of real data. Synthetic data can be useful for training AI systems, but […]
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The app that will instantly improve your Windows PC
The app that will instantly improve your Windows PC The author has been keeping busy with various activities, including reading about prediction markets and checking out new movies. The author is a fan of Hilary Duff and Matt Belloni, but doesn’t provide any further information about why they’re interesting. The author mentions playing the game […]
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Student cheating dominates talk of generative AI in higher ed, but universities and tech companies face ethical issues too
Student cheating dominates talk of generative AI in higher ed, but universities and tech companies face ethical issues too Higher education institutions face ethical concerns beyond student cheating when it comes to generative AI, including copyright infringement, student privacy, and unequal access to technology. The adoption of generative AI can exacerbate inequalities in education if […]
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Sony’s last-gen XM4 headphones are over 50 percent off for Black Friday
Sony’s last-gen XM4 headphones are over 50 percent off for Black Friday Sony’s last-gen XM4 headphones are on sale for Black Friday, with a discount of over $200 off the original list price. The current deal brings the price down to $159.99 at Best Buy, making it the lowest price seen this year. The Sony […]
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Sony’s entire DualSense lineup is $20 off, including the limited edition models
Sony’s entire DualSense lineup is $20 off, including the limited edition models Sony’s entire DualSense lineup is on sale for $20 off, including standard models and limited edition designs. The sale runs through December 18th and includes discounts on PlayStation 5 consoles, accessories, and the standard DualSense Wireless Controller. The standard DualSense Wireless Controller is […]
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Learning with AI falls short compared to old-fashioned web search
Learning with AI falls short compared to old-fashioned web search Learning with large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT may not be as effective as traditional web search for developing deep knowledge on a topic. A new study found that people who relied on LLMs to summarize information tended to develop shallower knowledge, write shorter and […]
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Apple TV wants to go big
Apple TV wants to go big Apple TV+ is expanding its content offerings to compete with other streaming services. In 2022, Apple won an Oscar for Best Picture with the indie film CODA, marking a significant achievement for the company. CODA was created on a modest budget of around $10 million and went on to […]
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AI is providing emotional support for employees – but is it a valuable tool or privacy threat?
AI is providing emotional support for employees – but is it a valuable tool or privacy threat? Employers are increasingly using AI-powered systems to assess workers’ psychological well-being and provide emotional support in the workplace, raising concerns about privacy and potential misuse. The use of AI for emotional support in the workplace has shown some […]
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Stereogum soldiers on in the era of streaming and AI
Stereogum soldiers on in the era of streaming and AI Stereogum, an indie rock music blog, was launched on January 1st, 2002, by founder Scott Lapatine. The site initially focused on music discovery and posting MP3s, reflecting the early days of online music sharing. Over time, Stereogum shifted its focus to music journalism, adapting to […]
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The best gifts for dads that have everything (but deserve more)
The best gifts for dads that have everything (but deserve more) Dads who say they have everything can be challenging to shop for, but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. The Verge has compiled a list of gift ideas for dads of all interests and hobbies. From tech gadgets to unique experiences, our suggestions cater […]
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How LimeWire ended the Napster music revolution
How LimeWire ended the Napster music revolution LimeWire was a file-sharing platform that played a significant role in ending the Napster music revolution. The platform allowed users to share and download music files, contributing to the widespread adoption of peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing. LimeWire’s popularity peaked around 2005-2006, coinciding with the rise of broadband internet […]
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The Asus Falcata is an ambitious split ergo gaming keyboard that falls short
The Asus Falcata is an ambitious split ergo gaming keyboard that falls short The Asus ROG Falcata is an ambitious split ergo gaming keyboard that falls short of its goals. The keyboard features compact halves that fit together for easy travel, making it a convenient option for gamers on-the-go. The Falcata boasts Hall effect technology, […]
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How soapy micro dramas became Hollywood’s next big bet
How soapy micro dramas became Hollywood’s next big bet Soapy micro dramas have become Hollywood’s next big bet, with streaming services like Netflix and Amazon investing heavily in these types of shows. The rise of soapy micro dramas can be traced back to the failure of Quibi and Go90, two short-form video platforms that aimed […]
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‘Simulation theory’ brings an AI twist out of ‘The Matrix’ to ideas mystics and religious scholars have voiced for centuries
‘Simulation theory’ brings an AI twist out of ‘The Matrix’ to ideas mystics and religious scholars have voiced for centuries The simulation hypothesis proposes that reality might be a computer-generated simulation created by a more advanced civilization, echoing ideas mystics and religious scholars have explored for centuries. The idea gained popularity through philosopher Nick Bostrom’s […]
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Why two tiny mountain peaks became one of the internet’s most famous images
Why two tiny mountain peaks became one of the internet’s most famous images The little mountain icon has become a universally adopted symbol to signal a “missing image” or something to come on digital platforms, and its origins are rooted in semiotic convergence and convergent design evolution. The icon’s resemblance to Japanese SLR camera dials, […]
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