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Meta Unveils New AI Technologies—But Its Agents Are Confusing Facebook Users

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Meta has unveiled a new suite of artificial intelligence systems. Meta Platforms, Facebook's parent company, has unveiled a new suite of artificial intelligence systems.

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NASA Hubble Space Telescope is on a Hunt for Small Main Belt Asteroids

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NASA's Hubble Space Telescope embarks on a cosmic treasure hunt for small belt asteroids. NASA's Hubble Space Telescope embarks on a cosmic treasure hunt, scanning the vast expanse to capture the trails of small asteroids that dart through…

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World's First AI Beauty Pageant 'Miss AI' Announced, AI Models Actually Compete for Prizes

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WAICA's pageant marks a significant milestone in the world of artificial intelligence, aiming to celebrate the accomplishments of AI creators globally.

Google Combines Android and Pixel Divisions for the Sake of AI

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Google's Android software and Pixel hardware divisions are set to be combined for faster AI feature integration.

Fallout Renewed for Season 2 on Amazon Prime Video—Here's What to Expect

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Amazon Prime Video renews Fallout for Season 2. The highly successful and celebrated Fallout series adaptation is now renewed for Season 2 on Amazon Prime Video, and this means that Lucy, The Ghoul, Maximus, and more character progression…

TSMC Plans Price Hikes for Chips Made Outside Taiwan, Impacting Device Costs

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This decision comes as TSMC prepares to launch its first-ever plant in Arizona, which is expected to begin full-scale production later this year.

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Razer Kishi Ultra: Multi-Device Gaming Controller Available for iPhone 15, Android, PC, and MORE

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Razer Kishi Ultra is available for multiple devices, with the gaming controller's massive compatibility.

Google Maps to Get Satellite Connectivity Feature Thanks to Android’s Upgrade

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Google Maps may soon connect to satellites for its navigation as part of Android's upgrade. Android will soon upgrade its services with satellite connectivity features, but another app within the platform may also enjoy this technology,…

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YouTube 8K Streaming Now Available on Meta Quest Headsets

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YouTube now offers 8K streaming quality to the Meta Quest experience. The latest version of YouTube for Quest offers 8K quality streaming to the Meta wearables, significantly improving the users' watching experience on the headset.

X Loses Hyundai Ads Over Pro-Nazi Content... Again

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Advertisements on X are appearing next to antisemitic content again, with Hyundai being the latest platform to pause ads. Hyundai paused its advertising on the platform due to "brand safety" issues.

Apple Watch Fall Detection Saves Cyclist After Bike Accident

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Real estate broker Eric Zollinger met an accident that injured him. Fortunately, his Apple Watch automatically alerted 911, ultimately saving his life.

Facebook: 'Comment with AI' Feature Now Live, Reports Claim its Bad

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Facebook now brings 'Comment with AI' feature using its generative model. The 'Write with AI' offers AI-generated comments depending on the emotion the user wants to impart to the OP.

Apple Audit Finds Nearly 100,000 Working iPhones Were Stolen, Shipped to China Instead of Scrapped

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A new report unfolds a "dirty little secret" Apple has kept. Hundreds of thousands of iPhones that should be shredded are instead shipped to China.

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Meta Unveils Llama 3-Powered Meta AI Assistant

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Meta Platforms unveils Meta AI Assistant powered by Llama 3, expanding globally with real-time image generation and strategic partnerships to challenge AI rivals.

TikTok Implements Major Policy Changes to Combat Misinformation, Harmful Content

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Almost all social media sites have misinformation if not conspiracy theories. TikTok, for instance, has been battling to get rid of them in a long internet battle.

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New Apple Patent Teases Smart MagSafe Wallet's Missing Card Alert

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If you forget your physical card in your wallet, this Apple patent will alert you about your missing card with the help of the smart MagSafe wallet.

Huawei Pura 70 Series Launches with Strong Demand, Pro and Ultra Models Out of Stock

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Huawei's Pura 70 series has made a significant impact in the smartphone market with its sophisticated camera technology and stylish designs.

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Refurbished Apple Watch Ultra 2 Units at 15% Discount in China

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If your money won't allow you to buy a brand-new Apple Watch 2, maybe the refurbished model can convince you to make the purchase this time.

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Delta Free Emulator Now Available on Apple App Store: What Does it Offer to Gamers?

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The Delta emulator, the successor to the original GBA4iOS emulator, has finally arrived on iOS. It supports seven classic Nintendo consoles.

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NASA Roman Space Telescope's Eyes Are One Step Closer in Peering Through the Galaxy's Mysteries

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Engineers have completed a crucial phase in assembling NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope.

Intel Unveils the World’s Largest Neuromorphic System to Advance Sustainable AI

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Intel has announced the development of Hala Point, touted as the world's largest neuromorphic system.

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Unveiling the Best Skype Alternatives of 2024: Next-Gen Video Calling Apps are Here

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Gone are the days when Skype was the most used software for video calling, but there's no room to be sad since there are alternatives to the app we once loved.

Best Android Browsers to Use Beyond 'Almighty' Google Chrome

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When we hear about Android browsers, Google Chrome is the first thing that comes to mind. However, there's no harm in trying other options.

Alphabet Introduces X Bellwether that Leverages AI to Predict Natural Disasters

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Alphabet's moonshot factory X has introduced Project Bellwether, a new initiative that uses AI to predict natural disasters.

Meta Should Not Force its 'Pay or Consent' Data System to Users, According to EU Watchdog

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An EU watchdog has advised Meta against enforcing a "consent or pay" system on its users for data protection.

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How Google Hangouts Started: From Early Years to Google Chat Transition

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Google Hangouts was previously a standalone app for video calls and chats. The company has made several changes over the past years as it has evolved.

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NASA James Webb Space Telescope Makes Shocking Discovery Regarding a Cold Brown Dwarf

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Astronomers utilizing the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have stumbled upon a shocking discovery concerning a cold brown dwarf.

Make Laughing Easier With the Best Meme Generators for iPhone and Android of 2024

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The best memes on the internet are made with humor and appeal to the masses. If you want to get started in creating one, here are some of the meme generator apps you can use.

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Boston Dynamics Atlas Timeline: Look Back on the Retired Robot and Its New Replacement

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After retiring the old model, Boston Dynamics makes Atlas a modern, more mobile bot. Yesterday, news about Boston Dynamics' Atlas flooded the world as the company retired it, with the old robot bidding its final wave to the audience.

China's Baidu Unveils New AI Tools for Chatbot Creation

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China's Baidu has unveiled new AI tools allowing people with no coding knowledge to create their own AI chatbots.