Artificial Intelligence (AI) assistants have become an integral part of our daily lives, helping us with a wide range of tasks. However, assessing the real-world capabilities of these AI assistants has always been a challenge. In a recent study, researchers at Apple introduced ToolSandbox, a novel benchmark designed to address crucial gaps in existing evaluation
Apple’s recent decision to enforce a 30 percent commission on in-app purchases for Patreon memberships has sparked controversy and concern among creators and users alike. This move will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the way Patreon operates and the income creators receive through the platform. Starting in November, Patreon creators will be required to
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