Former Google CEO and chairman, Eric Schmidt, recently made headlines when he claimed that Google was blindsided by the early rise of ChatGPT due to its employees prioritizing working from home over winning. This statement was made during an interview with Stanford students, but the video was later removed from the university’s YouTube channel after
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Google recently unveiled their new 45W USB-C charger during a Made by Google event. While this device did not receive a main stage reveal, it is still a significant addition to Google’s lineup of accessories. The new charger replaces the previous 30W option and boasts a more rounded design with the USB-C port positioned underneath,
The intersection of technology and sports has brought to light a new concern – cybersecurity threats to wireless gear-shifting systems in high-end bikes. A team of computer scientists has identified vulnerabilities in these systems that could potentially be exploited to gain an unfair advantage in races like the Tour de France. Wireless gear-shift systems are
Valve, the renowned gaming company, has been known to have big dreams when it comes to revolutionizing the gaming industry. One of its long-awaited promises was the idea of every PC maker having their own “Steam Machine,” a PC game console running the company’s Linux-based SteamOS. However, it took a decade for this dream to
Valve, renowned for groundbreaking games like Half-Life and Portal, is rumored to be working on a new hero shooter titled Deadlock. Although the company has not made any official announcements regarding the game, an early development build has made its way to nearly 20,000 players, offering a glimpse into what could be the next big
Recently, Patreon announced that memberships sold on their iOS app will now be subject to Apple’s 30 percent commission on in-app purchases. According to a post by Patreon, Apple is forcing the platform to use their in-app payment system starting in November or face the risk of being removed from the App Store. Creators’ Dilemma
Have you ever wondered what happens to self-driving taxis when the world is asleep? A software engineer, Sophia Tung, has been livestreaming a San Francisco parking lot rented by Waymo to give its robotaxis somewhere to go during their downtime. The livestream, complete with LoFi study beats, offers a glimpse into the mysterious world of
The iPhone SE has always been known as Apple’s budget compromise, offering a cheap yet reasonably powerful iPhone with an outdated form factor. However, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the next iPhone SE, expected to be released as early as the beginning of 2025, will be equipped with Apple Intelligence features. This means that the
In a world where children are constantly exposed to the internet and digital distractions, finding a suitable device for them can be a challenge. The Fitbit Ace LTE offers a unique solution as a kid-friendly smartwatch alternative. Priced at $199.95, this wearable device is designed specifically for children, with features such as LTE connectivity for
The Virtual Boy emulator, VirtualFriend, has recently been released for the Vision Pro, allowing users to revisit Nintendo’s most short-lived console in immersive 3D. As a tech journalist with a passion for retro gaming, I was excited to test out this new app and see if it lived up to my nostalgic memories of the