MarkCoffeyPhoto/Getty Images Wireless internet connections are convenient, but they’re also notoriously unreliable. Nothing proves that point more emphatically than a glitchy video conference call, especially if it’s tied to a crucial business meeting. Also: Yes, you can upgrade that old PC to Windows 11, even if Microsoft says no. These readers proved it The solution, of […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The new Bose Smart Soundbar is available for $499 This soundbar offers premium features like AirPlay, Dolby Atmos, and unique integration with Bose earbuds Its standout software features can be hit-or-miss. –> These days, a soundbar is a vital component of your home TV setup. If your TV speakers aren’t doing […] More
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spfdigital/Getty Images There are currently many artificial intelligence (AI) tools on the market that can take users’ text and images and transform them into images and videos that match the initial prompt. A new patent reveals that audio may soon be an input option to bring your visions to real life. As spotted by MSPowerUser, […] More
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Matthew Miller/ZDNETIt’s only been a couple of years since I started golfing for more than an annual outing with my brother. Most of the time, I have relied on a Garmin watch paired with golf club sensors. That has been quite useful in helping guide me with club selection as I learned more about the game of golf and my performance with my clubs.Apple introduced its high-frequency motion API with the Apple Watch Series 8 and Watch Ultra with the watchOS 10 release in 2022, but it wasn’t until a few months ago that I discovered the potential benefits of this API thanks in part to an Apple article on golfing with an Apple Watch and a discussion with an Apple PR contact.Also: Apple Watch Series 10 vs. Apple Watch Series 8: Is it time to level up?To take advantage of the API that Apple opened up, developers needed to create apps to use the data from the sensors. The timing of my personal discovery of the API and Golfshot’s latest application features was perfect since Golfshot now provides a Swing ID on-range experience that lets you wear your Apple Watch on the driving range, or even in your backyard with plastic practice balls, to evaluate various ways to improve your shot for each club in your golf bag. More
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Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images If you’re a Gmail user (there are nearly 2 billion of us), you’ll want to be aware of a new “super realistic AI scam.” In a recent blog post, Microsoft solutions consultant Sam Mitrovic shared how he recently encountered a scam attempt that was surprisingly real. Also: Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine […] More
