When Conan Throwbrien takes the stage, the atmosphere is tense. The discordant jazz and color bar glitches set a tone of unease. The host’s jokes appear on the screen, ranging from ridiculous celebrity kids names to diet water sales booms. It’s a delicate dance of selecting which joke to tell, hoping for laughter but fearing
As someone who has always been curious about the behind-the-scenes of self-driving technology, stumbling upon Sophia Tung’s livestream of a San Francisco parking lot rented by Waymo was nothing short of fascinating. Tung, a software engineer, has provided a unique window into the world of Waymo robotaxis during their downtime. The journey began on July
Apple has been a dominant player in the tech industry, known for its innovation and cutting-edge features. Recently, there have been rumors circulating about the upcoming iPhone SE and the possible inclusion of Apple Intelligence features. This has sparked curiosity and excitement among tech enthusiasts and consumers alike. The iPhone SE has always been Apple’s
Technology has become an essential part of our daily lives, but when it comes to children and their devices, parents often have reservations. With the rise in cyberbullying and the distractions that phones bring, many parents are hesitant to give their kids a smartphone. However, there is a more pared-down alternative available in the market
Quantum computers have shown promise in revolutionizing information processing, including applications in machine learning and optimization. However, their widespread deployment is hindered by noise sensitivity, leading to errors in computations. Quantum error correction has been proposed as a solution to address these errors, but it comes with significant resource overheads. An alternative approach, quantum error
The recent federal court ruling regarding Google’s dominant position in internet search has sparked a debate among users and industry experts. While many acknowledge Google’s search engine as the best available in the United States, concerns have been raised about the company’s methods of maintaining its monopoly. D.C. Federal Judge Amit Mehta’s decision highlighted Google’s
VirtualFriend, the first Virtual Boy emulator for the Vision Pro, has finally arrived, allowing users to experience Nintendo’s most short-lived console in immersive 3D once again. As a tech journalist with a deep love for all things Nintendo, I couldn’t wait to try out this app and relive some childhood memories. After downloading VirtualFriend, I
The advancement of Large Language Models (LLMs) has been revolutionary in the field of Artificial Intelligence. From the inception of ChatGPT in 2022 to the recent releases of GPT-4o, Claude 3, and Gemini Ultra, these models have continuously pushed the boundaries of what was previously thought possible. However, there is now a hint of stagnation
Tesla’s recent decision to discontinue the $60,990 RWD Cybertruck, the most affordable version of its electric truck, while simultaneously raising the price of the AWD Cybertruck by $20,000, has left many consumers scratching their heads. With the new price of $99,990, the Cybertruck’s base model now sits at a staggering $39,000 higher than its initial
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently unveiled a new set of rules aimed at regulating the use of artificial intelligence in phone calls and text messages. This proposal is a part of the FCC’s broader effort to crack down on fraudulent activities like robocalls and scams. One of the key provisions in the FCC’s proposal