Apple's iPhone 16 launch took place at the Steve Jobs Theater, where a photographer was seen using a compact digital camera instead of an iPhone. The camera had 6 megapixels and a CCD sensor, which produces a different aesthetic compared to iPhone photos. This trend is driven by photographers seeking a more natural look, avoiding overprocessed images.
TechApple | Rating: 52 | 2024-09-21 03:30:39 AM |
Netflix has cast Miya Cech as Toph Beifong, the blind earthbending prodigy, in its live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender. The show's third season will feature Toph's arrival, which will add new complications to Team Avatar's dynamics. The show is set to end with its third season.
EntertainmentNetflix | Rating: 44 | 2024-09-20 11:20:40 PM |
A startup called Aaru is training AI agents to be chaotic and unpredictable, then polling them to predict election results. In one survey, an AI agent said it would vote for Mickey Mouse in the upcoming presidential election, citing dislike for Kamala and Trump. The agent's response was that it was writing in Mickey Mouse's name.
AIAaru | Rating: 50 | 2024-09-20 10:10:52 PM |
Comedian John Mulaney roasted Salesforce and its audience at the Dreamforce festivities, questioning the role of AI in the tech industry. He joked about AI's ability to replace humans, saying that if it's truly smarter, it should be allowed to make decisions. The event took place at the Moscone Center in San Francisco.
AISalesforce | Duplicated with: 1 | Rating: 48 | 2024-09-20 08:20:35 PM |
Qualcomm has approached Intel about a possible takeover, according to The Wall Street Journal. The deal is described as 'far from certain', but would be a significant fall for Intel, which had been the most valuable chip company in the world. Qualcomm, which re-entered the desktop processor market this year, would gain a massive coup if the deal were to happen.
TechQualcomm | Rating: 54 | 2024-09-20 08:20:35 PM |
Sony has announced the PS5 Pro, a $700 console refresh coming in November. The console will have two USB-C ports on the front and two USB-A ports on the back. Additionally, Sony has released a limited-edition PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection, featuring throwback grey versions of the PS5 Pro, PS5, DualSense, DualSense Edge, and PlayStation Portal.
GamingSony | Duplicated with: 1 | Rating: 44 | 2024-09-20 06:50:39 PM |
Microsoft is planning to allow Windows 11 users to customize the Copilot key, which is currently configured to launch Microsoft's Copilot app. The customization changes are available in a new beta build of Windows 11 for testers. The Copilot key will continue to launch Copilot on devices with the app installed until a customer selects a different experience.
AIMicrosoft | Rating: 57 | 2024-09-20 05:50:40 PM |
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is now available for preorder through the Microsoft Store, launching on November 19th for Xbox and PC. The game features new aircraft, including hot air balloons, and a more realistic simulated earth. The installation size has been reduced, with the base version requiring over 130GB of storage, although additional content can increase this.
GamingMicrosoft | Rating: 48 | 2024-09-20 04:50:39 PM |
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have sued Pocketpair, the developer of Palworld, alleging patent infringement. The studio claims it is unaware of the specific patents it is accused of infringing upon. The details of the lawsuit have not been made public.
LawsuitNintendo | Rating: 46 | 2024-09-20 02:10:42 PM |
eBay is offering a 20% discount on select new and refurbished items with code FALL20OFF at checkout, with the promotion ending on September 30th at 11:59 PM PT. One of the deals available is on LG's 65-inch C4 OLED TV, which is priced at $1,357.59, a new all-time low, with a one-year manufacturer warranty. The TV features deep inky blacks and vibrant picture quality, and is available via Electronic Express Store's eBay store.
E-commerceeBay | Rating: 40 | 2024-09-20 12:30:30 PM |