The Dilemma"Decide, Pick one already. Make a decision. Are you sure? That's not good, learn this instead. Do you know enough Javascript? Is VueJs Shinier?" The constant voice inside your head. These among other concerns are thrown at beginners and the fast-paced world of tech does not give learners a break either. First of all, nothing wrong with being a beginner. Everyone needs to be a beginner … [Read more...]
'System Shock' remake should finally hit PC on May 30th
The long-awaited System Shock remake at last has a precise release date, but it's one that marks yet another delay. Publisher Prime Matter previously planned to release the game sometime this month. "We had hoped to bring the game to market by the end of March, but that turned out to be just beyond our reach; we are after all merely human (unlike Shodan!)," it said.Now, the game is scheduled … [Read more...]
The Pixel Fold is reportedly coming in June
/ Google’s folding phone may almost be here after years of rumors. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray">Image: OnLeaks and HowToiSolveThe Google Pixel Fold could be available as … [Read more...]
OpenAI releases GPT-4, a multimodal AI that it claims is state-of-the-art
After months of anticipation, speculation and just plain hype, OpenAI has released a powerful new image- and text-comprehending AI model called GPT-4 that the company calls “the latest milestone in its effort in scaling up deep learning.” GPT-4 is available today via OpenAI’s API and in ChatGPT Plus, OpenAI’s premium subscription for ChatGPT. According to OpenAI, GPT-4 can accept image and text … [Read more...]
OpenAI announces GPT-4 — the next generation of its AI language model
/ OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT has finally revealed GPT-4, capable of accepting text or image inputs. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray">Illustration: The VergeAfter months … [Read more...]
Apple added refurbished iPhone 13 models to its online store
/ Apple also added discounted, refurbished versions of the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max, both of which it no longer sells in new condition.a:hover]:text-black [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-e9 dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray-63 [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-13 dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63">The refurbished base … [Read more...]
Lenovo Yoga 9i (2023) vs Surface Pro 9: Convertible or tablet?
If you're considering buying a new Windows device in 2023, then there are two options you may be looking at. The Lenovo Yoga 9i (2023) is one of the best Windows convertibles you can buy, and the Surface Pro 9 is one of the best Windows tablets. Off the bat, you'll notice the form factors greatly distinguish these devices, but if you dive deeper to look at the display, the performance, … [Read more...]
Fitbit won't make you pay for your own weekly health data anymore
One of our biggest complaints about Fitbit products for years is the fact that you'll need to pay the $10 monthly fee to see your historical data. For example, you could only see up to seven days' worth of your breathing rate, resting heart rate and heart rate variation, and just 90 days of everything else if you didn't shell out. It was one of the biggest drawbacks of devices like the Pixel … [Read more...]
Is a Lack of Role Clarity Hurting Your Engineering Team?
Engineering consulting was not what I thought it would be.As a temporary CTO, I thought I’d spend most of my time helping startups solve engineering problems. Yet one year in, I’ve found that most engineering issues I deal with are actually organizational issues. And the most common organizational issue I’ve seen is a lack of role clarity on engineering teams. Trying to complete projects without … [Read more...]
The Blink Video Doorbell is down to an all-time low of $35
All products recommended by Engadget are selected by our editorial team, independent of our parent company. Some of our stories include affiliate links. If you buy something through one of these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. All prices are correct at the time of publishing. Amazon has rolled out another sale on smart home devices from its Blink brand, bringing a … [Read more...]
First Republic bounces back as SVB panic lessens
Shares of First Republic Bank, a financial institution in the United States that does business with startups, are rebounding today after a punishing start to the trading week. Caught in the wake of the shock collapse of erstwhile rival Silicon Valley Bank, shares of First Republic fell 62% yesterday. Investors, concerned that actions taken over the weekend by the American government to stem a … [Read more...]
Google Pixel 8 Pro gets revealed in newly leaked renders
It's finally happened. We're getting our first look at the Google Pixel 8 Pro. While Google hasn't acknowledged the handset's existence or even teased it, we know that it's coming this year and this could be a first real look at the smartphone. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]
How to stream every game of March Madness 2023
The selection committees have made their picks and the brackets are set. Another installment of arguably the best sports weekend of the year is about to tip off. March Madness or the NCAA basketball tournaments begin today with two First Four games on the men’s side. Thanks to the NCAA’s partnerships with Warner Bros. Discovery for the men’s tournament, and Disney (ESPN) for the women’s, you can … [Read more...]
Beginner Guide To Media Queries
Introduction The internet has become vital in our modern world, where assessing the internet is now a necessity. Several people access the Web through different mediums such as laptops, mobile phones, tablets, etc. The way a webpage displays in each of the mediums varies due to the difference in screen size. As an upcoming developer, personally the technology behind this process was unique but … [Read more...]
Spotify co-president says HiFi is still ‘coming at some point’
/ ‘We are going to do it, but we’re going to do it in a way where it makes sense for us and for our listeners. The industry changed and we had to adapt.’ a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd … [Read more...]
Google is shoving generative AI into Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Meet, Chat and Slides
Google has been scrambling to catch up to to OpenAI for months, ever since the latter dropped its conversational bot, ChatGPT, and took the generative AI industry by storm. Google's first attempted response with the release of its Bard AI (which immediately misquoted easily verifiable stats about the JWST) was tepid at best so the company has announced a new tact: they're packing every single … [Read more...]
First 'Hyper Light Breaker' gameplay trailer reveals fall early access release
Nearly a year after it was first announced, Hyper Light Breaker finally has a gameplay trailer. Developer Heart Machine shared the long-awaited first look through IGN. The studio promised Breaker would be a departure from its predecessor, 2016’s Hyper Light Drifter. The trailer reiterates that, showing how just how much will change with the series switching to 3D. Where Hyper Light Drifter pulled … [Read more...]
4 Easy steps to train your AI model and create personal Avatar generator 😎✨
1. Make the AI modelOpen tryleap.ai, create a new account and log in. Select "Image" -> "Fine Tune" and pick "Create Model". Assign your model a Name, and a Keyword for prompts and click "Create". 2. Provide samples Select "Upload samples", select them in your machine, and click "Upload". It's best to provide 3 or more Sample images to train your AI model against. 3. Train your model Click … [Read more...]
Google Pixel Fold leak sheds light on new details and is slated to arrive in June
It looks like we're getting more details about Google's upcoming Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a. Apparently, both of these devices will be announced during Google I/O 2023. Perhaps what makes this latest bit of information more exciting is that they will both be available to purchase in June. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]
Apple gives shoppers the option to video chat with a salesperson
Do you shop in-person because you invariably have questions for staff? Apple thinks it can offer some of that experience at home. It's rolling out a "Shop with a Specialist over Video" feature that gives US iPhone shoppers a one-way video chat with a retail employee. You can ask for advice on the model to buy, investigate payment options and learn about switching from Android.The video call option … [Read more...]