Apple's new iPhone 16 lineup introduces significant enhancements, particularly with artificial intelligence capabilities and an improved Siri experience. The AI upgrades allow the phones to perform tasks more efficiently, with smarter predictive text, advanced photo editing features, and more personalized user experiences. Siri is also expected to become more proactive, understanding user context better, offering more relevant suggestions, and even performing more complex tasks with natural language commands. These updates are set to make the iPhone 16 lineup a standout with cutting-edge tec ..read more

Google Docs' long-standing dominance in the collaborative document editing space is facing new challenges. Over the past two months, two major players have entered the arena, potentially reshaping the landscape of online document creation and editing. Last month, Proton, best known for its privacy-focused email and VPN services, unveiled its 'Docs' feature. This new offering places a strong emphasis on user privacy, boasting end-to-end encryption for all aspects of document editing. According to Proton, "Docs in Proton Drive are built on the same privacy and security principles as all our se ..read more

Some details on the iPhone 16 have leaked, and they have many calling this the biggest upgrade Apple has made to the iPhone in years - so, what's new ..read more

In This Video: Major technology and robotics companies are advancing their efforts to develop and train artificial intelligence models. These AI systems are being designed to perform a wide range of roles and functions, preparing for a future where AI is integral to various industries and aspects of everyday life. Video Courtesy of NBC News ..read more

  Hackers have been targeting Windows 10 and 11 users with malware for over a year, but a fix has finally arrived in the latest Windows update released on July 9th. This vulnerability, exploited by malicious code since at least January 2023, was reported to Microsoft by researchers. It was fixed on Tuesday as part of Microsoft’s monthly patch release, tracked as CVE-2024-38112. The flaw, residing in the MSHTML engine of Windows, had a severity rating of 7.0 out of 10. Security firm Check Point discovered the attack code, which used “novel tricks” to lure Windows users into executing remo ..read more

AI Weekly Roundup: Exciting Developments in Image and Video Generation This week saw a flurry of activity in the AI world, with several new tools and updates released for image and video generation. Let's dive into the most noteworthy developments: Luma AI Launches Dream Machine Luma AI released Dream Machine, their competitor to AI video tools like Sora, Veo, Pika, and Runway. While some claim it's on par with Sora, initial testing suggests it's not quite there yet in most scenarios. However, it does excel in certain areas. Key points about Dream Machine: - Initially had long queue times (u ..read more

Apple is about to make waves in the digital payment space when iOS 18 goes live - support for Apple Pay on non-Safari desktop web browsers. That's right, apple pay in Windows PCs inside of Chrome or Firefox. It appears Apple's goal is to make Apple Pay something  people use for every transaction they make. Apple demonstrated the new feature for a group of developers at WWDC 2024 who shared the details with us.  Here's How it Will Work... If you’re browsing the web on a desktop browser that isn’t Safari and you spot an Apple Pay button, you’re in luck, clicking that button will now ..read more

Like every week, there has been a torrent of AI news, reflecting the rapid progress and growing implications of this transformative technology. While many updates represent incremental advancements, some developments carry profound future implications, and a few are simply downright bizarre and amusing. The AI Landscape's Overwhelming Complexity An infographic from First Mark Capital vividly illustrates the staggering complexity of the current AI landscape. Dubbed the "2024 ML/AI/Data Landscape," the image depicts the sheer number of companies involved in this space, encompassing both establi ..read more

Apple has introduced a new safety feature in their latest iPhone software update to help protect your personal information if your iPhone is ever stolen. It's called Stolen Device Protection. What it does: If your iPhone is stolen, this feature makes it harder for someone else to access your private stuff on the phone, like your bank details, saved passwords, or Apple ID. It works by requiring Face ID or Touch ID instead of just a passcode to take certain actions on the phone. For example, if your iPhone is in an unfamiliar location, the thief would need to use Face ID or Touch ID to make pa ..read more

  Mark Zuckerberg is constructing a $397 million compound in Hawaii that seems to be more than a family home. With blast-proof doors, an enormous underground bunker, and fortress-like security, the extravagant compound seems seems to be ready for a lot more than vacations. There’s nothing subtle about Silicon Valley billionaire Zuckerberg’s efforts to transform over 500 hectares of pristine Kauai coastline into a secluded doomsday retreat for his family. Critics contend Zuckerberg has overridden ancient indigenous property rights and indulged an extreme passion for privacy that seems ..read more