For those who have ever wondered what happens to self-driving taxis when everyone else is fast asleep, a remarkable YouTube channel is providing a glimpse into the mysterious world. Sophia Tung, a software engineer, has been livestreaming a San Francisco parking lot rented by Waymo for their robotaxis to rest during their downtime. The takeover
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The Fitbit Ace LTE is a wearable device specifically designed for children, offering a more pared-down alternative to full-fledged smartwatches. Priced at $199.95, it is currently on sale for $30 off at various retailers until August 25th. Unlike traditional smartwatches, the Ace LTE is focused on providing features that are suitable for children, such as
In the world of tech, rumors and speculations often pave the way for exciting innovations and advancements. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the upcoming iPhone SE, expected to be released as early as the beginning of 2025, is anticipated to include Apple Intelligence features – a component currently limited to the iPhone 15 Pro. This
In a recent federal court ruling, Google was accused of maintaining an illegal monopoly in internet search. The judge recognized Google as the best general search engine in the United States, but also highlighted the company’s tactics to dominate the market. Google spends billions of dollars to ensure its search engine is installed as the
Quantum computers are seen as the future of computing, with the potential to outperform conventional computers in certain tasks. However, their large-scale deployment is hindered by the sensitivity to noise, which leads to errors in computations. Quantum error correction is a technique designed to address these errors on-the-fly, while quantum error mitigation works more indirectly
The release of the Virtual Friend app has brought back a nostalgic experience for those who have a special place in their hearts for Nintendo’s short-lived console, the Virtual Boy. This emulator, available for Vision Pro, iOS, and iPadOS, allows users to play Virtual Boy games in immersive 3D, providing a trip down memory lane
The development of large language models (LLMs) has been a remarkable journey since the release of ChatGPT in 2022. Each iteration of LLMs, from GPT-3 to GPT-4 and beyond, has brought about significant improvements in power and capacity. However, recent releases such as GPT-4o have shown signs of a potential slowdown in progress. This trend
Recently, Tesla made significant changes to its Cybertruck lineup, discontinuing the $60,990 RWD version of the angular EV truck. This move came as a surprise to many, as the company also increased the price of the next-in-line AWD Cybertruck by $20,000. Now priced at $99,990, this decision raised the EV’s price floor by a staggering
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has recently put forth a proposal that aims to regulate the use of artificial intelligence in robocalls. This initiative builds upon the FCC’s existing ban on AI-generated robocalls without prior consent, with the new rules focusing on disclosure requirements for callers utilizing AI technology. The proposed rules by the FCC
Imagine a world where a robot stands at the crosswalk, directing children when it’s safe to cross. Introducing CrossBot, a revolutionary prototype designed by Hovannes Kulhandjian, an associate professor in electrical and computer engineering at Fresno State. While the idea of a robotic crossing guard may sound like something out of a science fiction movie,