Author: Tim Rogers
During Tesla’s third-quarter earnings call, Elon Musk announced plans to launch a ride-hailing service for self-driving Tesla vehicles in California and Texas by 2025. He mentioned that the service has been tested with employees in the Bay Area. This goes beyond his earlier promise of an “unsupervised” Full Self-Driving software version for Model 3 and Model Y owners in those states. Tesla’s VP of software engineering, David Lau, clarified that the current vehicles cannot operate without human intervention, despite ongoing tests with safety drivers in place. The Full Self-Driving software currently serves as an advanced driver assistance system, requiring the…
Another day filled with exciting matches unfolded in the Thunderpick WC 2024 CS2 tournament. Group C took center stage, featuring powerhouse teams such as Heroic, Ninjas in Pyjamas, Imperial, and Legacy. Let’s dive into the highlights of who advances and who faces elimination, all in pursuit of a spot in the Thunderpick World Championship LAN Finals next month. Heroic Dominates NiP to Secure Top Spot Credit: Enos Ku | © ESL Heroic asserted their dominance in Group C by comfortably defeating Ninjas in Pyjamas in a convincing 2-0 series. The first map, Dust2, showcased a 13-2 victory for Heroic, setting…
The year 2023 witnessed a breakthrough from Boox with the introduction of Palma. This innovative device merged the functionalities of e-readers and smartphones by combining e-paper technology with Android. Initially, it was marketed as a compact Kindle-like device that could easily fit into a pocket. The idea of a portable e-reader resonates with many individuals who have experienced the inconvenience of carrying a larger device around. As someone who has struggled to manage a Kindle on public transport, the concept of a pocketable e-reader seems highly appealing. Beyond its portability, Boox has grander visions for the Palma line. The upcoming…
Yike wasted no time in securing a new team for the upcoming 2025 LEC Season, as he has officially joined Karmine Corp. Image Credit: Riot Games Completing Karmine Corp’s Lineup for the 2025 Season Shortly after G2’s elimination from Worlds 2024, former jungler Martin “Yike” Sundelin has made the move to Karmine Corp for the upcoming season. After being allowed to explore options by G2, Yike was sought after by various teams, with KC ultimately securing his services. Despite interest from other teams like GIANTX and Rogue, Yike opted to join the French organization under the leadership of Kameto. Rising…
Livewire, a marketing company, recently released a new study that delves into the expectations of the next generation of consumers regarding brand marketing. Known as the “Next-Gen Attention Study,” it revealed that Gen Z and Alpha individuals expect brands to advertise to them within the gaming environment. They not only expect in-game advertising but also authentic brand experiences within the game. Livewire’s platform offers insights into this “attention economy” and how brands can effectively engage with a young audience with evolving needs and preferences. The study, based on data from 1,801 gamers in the UK, U.S., and Australia, found that…
Apple has just released developer betas for iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2, introducing new Apple Intelligence features such as Genmoji, Image Playground, Visual Intelligence, Image Wand, and ChatGPT integration. These updates are coming right before the public launch of OS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, which bring enhancements like writing tools, image cleanup, article summaries, and a new typing input for the revamped Siri interface. In addition to these updates, Apple is providing APIs for three crucial Apple Intelligence features: Writing Tools API, Genmoji API, and Image Playground API. These APIs are meant to assist…
Focus Entertainment Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is getting an important update this week, addressing recent changes that made the game too difficult for many players and sparked controversy among fans. Developer Saber Interactive has announced Patch 4.1, set to release on Thursday, October 24, with a host of changes aimed at addressing player concerns following the controversial Patch 4.0. Game director Dmitriy Grigorenko issued a statement in the patch notes expressing gratitude for player feedback and explaining the rationale behind some of the changes. One major complaint was the Ruthless difficulty level, which players found too easy after Patch…
Avast One Gold for Mac MSRP $179.99 “Avast One for Mac offers powerful, free antivirus software with virus scans and browser blocking.” Pros Excellent malware protection record User-friendly app Customizable plans 24/7 live support Free app includes a VPN Cons Big price increases on renewal Free VPN has a 5GB/month cap Avast is an antivirus software developer that supports macOS, and the Avast One package includes extra cybersecurity features that go beyond simple malware scans. Antivirus, ransomware protection, malware blocking, and more are available in free and paid subscription plans. A few months ago, I reviewed Avast One for Windows…
Fortnite Reload has emerged as a standout feature in recent seasons of Fortnite, offering players a break from the chaotic metas of cars and Super Hero items with a Chapter 1-inspired mode that draws in a large player base. While the mode has been limited to the same map thus far, exciting changes may be on the horizon as Epic has teased a new Fortnite Reload map. As we approach the end of the current Fortnite season and the conclusion of a Chapter, significant changes are on the horizon for the game. While anticipation builds for the return of Chapter…
Apple Intelligence, the company’s generative AI offer, will be officially launched to the public four months after its unveiling. The platform is set to be included in the upcoming public versions of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, expected to debut next week. Speculation points to a Monday release for these operating system upgrades. Early versions of Apple Intelligence have been accessible to developers testing beta versions of the mentioned operating systems. These early features include writing tools, image enhancement capabilities, article summaries, and a new typing input method for Siri. Apple recently released developer versions of iOS…