Yaroslav Kushta/Getty Images Is artificial intelligence (AI) the answer — or at least a partial answer — to nagging software quality issues? Software quality has been a challenge since the first computers were built eight decades ago, and in a world awash in technology networks and solutions, the problem has only grown more acute. A […] More
oxygen/Getty Images OpenAI’s Whisper, an artificial intelligence (AI) speech recognition and transcription tool launched in 2022, has been found to hallucinate or make things up — so much so that experts are worried it could cause serious damage in the wrong context. Last week, the AP reported that a researcher at the University of Michigan […] More
rob dobi/Getty Images The holiday shopping season is almost upon us, and with all the great sales and promotions come the usual cyber scams. While generally quick and convenient, shopping online can leave you vulnerable to scammers if you’re not cautious. Based on a consumer survey, a new report from Norton looks at how scams are […] More
lupengyu/Getty Images Singapore will set aside SG$ 440 million ($332.6 million) to boost its deep tech startup ecosystem, hoping the funds will lure more global venture capital (VC) firms to invest in its local community. A new “one-stop platform”, including a physical facility, will also be launched to bring together local and global tech startups […] More
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Getty Images/Jackyenjoyphotography Even though many AI image generators are vying for your attention today, they each have different strengths and, as a result, different use cases. However, all AI can be judged on certain metrics — such as the overall quality of the rendition — and that’s what Artificial Analysis’s Text-to-Image Arena tests are for. […] More
As far as value goes, no brand is beating Nothing and its impressive lineup of earbuds that deliver amazing sound, long battery life, and prices that are nearly unbelievable when we think of brand quality. I can see this most clearly with the new Nothing Ear (open) earbuds that are as comfortable as can be and deliver supreme sound (even though it’s an open earbud, a type of earbud that historically tends to sacrifice volume and audio strength for situational awareness), an eight-hour battery life in the earbud and a 30-hour battery life in the case, and a form factor that you can truly wear anywhere. I took the Nothing Ear (open) out on a run, wore them in the office and on commutes to and from, on calls, and on strolls, and was pleased with its unobtrusive design, which made the earbuds feel nearly invisible, the audio strength, which kept things loud and the bass booming while also keeping me aware of the noises around me, Nothing’s thoughtful touch controls, and its substantial battery. These are the earbuds you’d want to exercise in, whether you’re working out at a busy gym, going on a silent stroll, or running on a car-packed street, because of how they deliver a lightweight, comfortable build and audio that is loud yet aware. At its highest level, the earbuds get crazy loud (and experience some sound leakage, I’ll be honest). But while you’re listening with these, you probably won’t need to raise the volume up all the way because the sound is substantially loud, clear, crisp, and bass-forward at mid-level volume. Keep in mind that these earbuds don’t have noise cancellation because they are open earbuds that prioritize awareness, so you’ll want to consult the other noise-canceling picks on this list if silence is what you’re looking for during your workouts. Lots of the choices on this list also have the aforementioned qualities, but you’d be hard-pressed to find a pair that retails for $150. These do. Nothing Ear (open) specs: Weight: 4.8g | Battery life: 8 hours in earbud, 30 in case | Bluetooth version: 5.3 | Waterproof: IP54 | Noise cancellation: None More
Mint Images/Getty Images Sitting for hours in one place on long flights without access to some of life’s comforts and conveniences can be dreadful. In those situations, your devices are the only real escape, but that experience is entirely dictated by your internet connection, which is typically weak on flights — until now. Also: The […] More
