BBC reports that Apple may remove its messaging and calling services, iMessage and Facetime, from the UK if the country’s politicians vote through an update to the law called the Investigatory Powers Act (IPA) 2016. The proposed update in the UK legislation includes giving the country’s authorities access to backdoors in messaging services to investigate […]
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Three musical subwoofers from Monitor Audio
Monitor Audio, known for its products at the higher end of the hi-fi scale, is launching three new affordable subwoofers with advanced diaphragm technology. This is intended to give the new Anthra series a higher degree of musicality than competitors in its price range. The technology involves lightweight and highly rigid C-CAM diaphragms with high […]
Posted inAI
Apple is reported to be building a competitor to ChatGPT
News agency Bloomberg has been in contact with sources who indicate that Apple is developing a ChatGPT-like tool, currently known as “Ajax,” although some have already started calling it “AppleGPT.” The name Ajax is said to be based on the fact that Apple’s chatbot is building a language model developed using the machine learning framework […]
Posted inSpace
Company wants to change the direction of asteroids with a catapult
The non-profit organization, The Aerospace Corporation, has developed a concept that could be used to alter the course of asteroids that pose a threat to Earth. It involves a catapult-like solution designed to land on asteroids that are on a collision course with Earth. Once the catapult has landed on an asteroid, the idea is […]
Posted inAI
Clippy makes a comeback as a smart assistant on Windows
If you miss the old Office assistant Clippy (Clippit), there is now an unofficial chat assistant for Windows 10 and Windows 11 that looks like Clippy. The Clippy assistant for Windows is not developed by Microsoft themselves, but rather by a company called FireCube Studios. The new version has borrowed its intelligence from OpenAI: ChatGPT […]
Posted inBike Advisor
Soon, bikes with built-in ChatGPT will be available
The German bike company Urtopia has unveiled a bike that integrates OpenAI’s chatbot, ChatGPT, which is designed to assist cyclists with various tasks. The bike assistant with ChatGPT features voice recognition, allowing the cyclist to ask questions that are then answered through the system’s built-in speaker. The assistant also integrates with Apple’s health features as […]
Posted inCars
Lamborghini doesn’t need Audi for the Huracán replacement
In 1998, Audi acquired Lamborghini. The Gallardo model was launched, and it was a collaboration that Audi was involved in developing from the ground up. Audi received the R8 model, and eventually, the Gallardo was replaced by the Huracán. Now, Lamborghini is going strong, and therefore, they won’t need Audi’s assistance when developing a successor […]
Posted inEntertainment
“The Flash” bombs at the box office
The past week brought gloomy figures for major film companies overall as two commercial blockbusters underperformed at the box office. In addition to the disappointing numbers from “The Flash,” which earned just under $140 million globally, with only $55 million from the domestic market in the USA, Pixar also has a reason to be down. […]
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BMW’s autonomous driving system now approved for 130 km/h
The new BMW 5 Series and 7 Series have now been approved to use autonomous driving technology up to 130 km/h in Germany. This applies to the Highway Assistant function, and it is the first system to be approved for this speed. Mercedes’ Drive Pilot system is also approved but only for speeds up to […]
Posted inApple
Apple is producing a 3D Godzilla series for Vision Pro
Apple appears to be already working on content from Apple TV+ specifically tailored for the new Vision Pro. According to ScreenTimes, the new series, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, will be filmed in a format that allows it to be viewed in 3D with a Vision Pro. Presumably, the series will also utilize spatial audio to […]
Posted inCars
Aston Martin Bulldog finally surpasses 200 mph
In 1979, Aston Martin unveiled the concept car Bulldog. The plan was to produce between 15 and 25 units, but it never materialized due to the project being deemed too expensive. Only one example of the Aston Martin Bulldog was built, and it was claimed that the car would exceed 200 mph, but it was […]
Posted inSmartphones
Pixel 8 appears to have better performance
Google started using its own Tensor chips with the Pixel 6 series almost two years ago, but so far, the chips haven’t quite matched up to those from Qualcomm and Apple. However, this fall, the chip could take a big leap in performance as Google is rumored to upgrade the processor cores. According to Android […]
Posted inTechnology
Intel’s Meteor Lake will have a VPU
Intel has revealed some more details about its upcoming System on a Chip (SoC), Meteor Lake, during the ongoing Computex exhibition in Taiwan. Intel states that Meteor Lake will feature an integrated VPU (Vision Processing Unit), making it the first SoC of its kind according to Intel. According to The Register, Intel’s VPU is based […]
Posted inAudio
JBL updates its Classic speakers
During the Hi-Fi show in Munich, Harman showcased upgraded versions of its retro speakers, L82 Classic and L100 Classic. Both the L82 Classic MkII and L100 Classic MkII feature improved woofer design: L100 now has a 30 cm bass driver, and L82 has a 20 cm mid/bass driver. According to Harman, these upgrades result in […]
Posted inComputer Software
Now you can customize the appearance of Chrome more easily
The latest version of Google’s web browser, Chrome, is equipped with a feature that allows users to make changes to Chrome’s appearance, including different colors and themes. The new feature is accessed at the bottom right corner when opening a new tab in Chrome. This opens a sidebar where you can choose new colors and […]
Posted inCars
Tesla Model Y is now the world’s best-selling car
The Tesla Model Y has accomplished something that no other electric car has achieved before – becoming the world’s best-selling car. Last year, the model became the best-selling in Europe and California, and the fourth best-selling in China. However, during the first quarter of this year, it became the best-selling car worldwide, dethroning the Toyota […]
Posted inApple
Was Final Cut Pro on iPad worth the wait?
Final Cut Pro was finally released for iPadOS, but the question is whether it was worth the wait? In short, it appears that Apple has delivered. However, the biggest drawback seems to be that the app lacks support for editing from external storage, which means that an iPad with, for example, 128 GB of storage […]
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Volkswagen elevates the Touareg
Volkswagen is now rolling out an update for the third generation of the Touareg, with a focus on lighting. The car receives new and stylish LED Matrix headlights, new taillights, and an illuminated Volkswagen emblem on the rear hatch. Other minor changes have been made to the exterior and interior. In terms of engines, there […]
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Today, Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro are released for iPad
About two weeks ago, we learned that Apple is finally releasing the “pro” apps Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad, and today is the day for the apps to actually be released. Final Cut Pro is compatible with iPad models featuring the M1 chip or later, and Logic Pro will be available on […]
Posted inGaming
EU approves Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard
The European Commission has decided to approve Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, a deal that entails Microsoft purchasing the gaming company for $68.7 billion, making it the largest deal ever in the gaming industry. However, the European Commission has set a condition for the approval of the acquisition. They require that Microsoft must license all […]
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Bang & Olufsen to create speakers with Ferrari logos
Bang & Olufsen has long collaborated with the automotive industry, mainly focusing on in-car audio. Currently, if you buy a Ferrari, you can get it with Burmester audio instead of B&O. However, the two companies have been working together in Formula 1, where the B&O logo is visible on Scuderia Ferrari’s cars. Now they are […]
Posted inCars
Volvo EX90 and Polestar 3 face delays
In early March, rumors circulated that Volvo was experiencing software problems with the EX90 and Polestar 3, which would result in delays for the new electric models. However, this was quickly denied, and they promised that deliveries of at least the Polestar 3 would begin this year. That is no longer the case, and it […]
Posted inTechnology
Microsoft invests in nuclear fusion
Microsoft has signed an agreement with the American company Helion Energy to purchase energy generated through nuclear fusion. According to the agreement, Helion is set to start delivering energy to Microsoft as early as 2028, which is quite a bold move considering that no one has yet succeeded in producing electricity through nuclear fusion. Many […]
Posted inCars
No, there won’t be a new Hyundai Pony
In July of last year, Hyundai showcased the concept car N Vision 74, described as a modern interpretation of the classic Pony Coupe from 1975. It was really cool, and many were excited to see it become a reality. Recently, rumors surfaced suggesting that the concept would lead to a production version and that it […]
Posted inEntertainment
Trailer: The Crowded Room
The Crowded Room follows Danny Sullivan (Tom Holland), a man who is arrested following his involvement in a shooting in New York City in 1979. A captivating thriller told through a series of interviews with curious interrogator Rya Goodwin (Amanda Seyfried), Danny’s life story unfolds, revealing elements of the mysterious past that shaped him, and […]
Posted inApple
Apple releases Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad
Finally, it’s time for Apple to release Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad. Video and music creators no longer have to rely on less powerful apps like iMovie and Garageband if they are using an iPad instead of a Mac. Both Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad have completely new touch […]
Posted inCars
Volvo EX30 to be presented on June 7th
Volvo has decided to move up the premiere of the small electric crossover, the EX30, by a week. Instead of June 15th, it will now be presented on June 7th. At exactly the same time, it will be possible to place an order for the car. The EX30 will share a lot with the Zeekr […]
Posted inBike Advisor
VanMoof S5 to be released tomorrow
In April last year, VanMoof presented its new S5 and X5 bicycles, which were supposed to be launched in July 2022. That did not happen. Now, almost exactly 13 months since the presentation, it is finally time for the launch of the e-bikes. News in these models includes new motors, the new interface called the […]
Posted inComputer Software
Teams to get animated backgrounds
Microsoft Teams will be getting animated backgrounds, which means you can be a bit flashy in your virtual meetings. It remains to be seen what they will look like, but if you interpret the images of the backgrounds that Microsoft has released, it looks like they will be quite artistic and something that belongs in […]
Posted inComputer Software
Google is going to replace the padlock icon in Chrome
Most people are familiar with the padlock icon at the top of the browser, but the question is how many actually know what it means. According to Google, not enough, which has led to the decision to remove the icon from Chrome and replace it with a “settings” icon (as seen in the image below). […]