Laptops used to be a compromise - you wanted to trade processing power for ease of portability.
As technology improves, laptop speeds will eventually surpass (and sometimes surpass) desktops, and for almost all users, there is no advantage to choosing a desktop over a laptop.
Subject: Apple's new MacBook Pro with M2 processor.
When Apple started making its processors, it became clear that they were very fast.
I tested a 16-inch Apple MacBook Pro with an M2 Pro processor, and it's the fastest Mac—laptop or desktop—I've ever come across.
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Apple has launched the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro in late 2021. They are equipped with M1 chip.
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Compared to Apple's latest laptop models, the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros looked a little different.
They are slightly thicker and don't stick around the edges like previous models Their curtains extend almost to the edge of the cabinet.
The keyboard is black and the underside of the keys is also black, making it easy to distinguish it from other models.
The 2023 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro M2 models share the same design as their predecessors.
characteristics
The MacBook Pro M2 comes in two processor variants: M2 Pro and M2 Max.
I tested the M2 Pro with 32 GB of RAM and a two-terabyte solid-state drive.
The M2 Pro has 12 processing cores – eight performance cores and four efficiency cores.
The M2 Pro's GPU has 19 cores that power the 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with a resolution of 3456 x 2234 pixels.
The display features a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio with Promotion technology for an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120 Hertz. It is lit by 10,000 mini-LEDs and can display up to one billion colors.
The minimum RAM configuration is 16 GB, but M2 Pro models can be upgraded to 32 or 64 GB. The M2 Max can be upgraded to 96GB of RAM.
Internal storage is all solid state with configurations ranging from 512GB to 8TB.
The battery has a capacity of 100 watt hours and it can surf the internet for up to 15 hours per charge.
Unlike Apple's previous MacBook Pro, which only had a USB-C Thunderbolt port, the 14-inch and 16-inch models have several extras, including HDMI, an SD card reader, a Magsage charging port, a headphone jack, and three Thunderbolt 4 ports. There are ports. port.. port (up to 40 Gb/s).
M2 Pro models can run two external displays with 6K resolution or one 8K display.
M2 Max models can support four external displays (three 6K and one 4K) or three displays (two 6K and one 8K).
The backlit keyboard has Touch ID and an ambient light sensor. The Force Touch trackpad is the largest I've seen on a laptop.
Network options include Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.
The 1080p FaceTime camera sits behind the notch at the top of the display.
The 16-inch MacBook Pro comes with a USB-C to MagSafe adapter with a 140-watt power supply. You can turn on and charge the laptop via one of the USB-C Thunderbolt ports.
Believe it or not, this laptop has a six-speaker audio system with a force-cancelling subwoofer, and it sounds great.
Why so similar?
So why does the M2 look so much like last year's M1? Good question.
Last year, the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros got a pretty big redesign, and everyone I know thought they were really good. The addition of more ports, the MagSafe connector and the addition of the M1 chip were almost universally welcomed.
A year later, Apple's M2 processor offered a 20-30% increase in speed and graphics over the M1 version.
the price
The 14-inch MacBook Pro starts at $1,999 for the M2 Pro model with 10-core CPU and 16-core GPU, 16GB of RAM and 512GB SSD.
The 16-inch model starts at $2,499 for the M2 Pro, which features a 12-core CPU and 19-core GPU with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD.
In case you're wondering, the most you can spend on a 16-inch M2 Max with a 12-core CPU, 38-core GPU, 96GB of RAM and an 8TB SSD is $6,499.
For whom?
The MacBook Pro M2 is the fastest Mac released by Apple. The same cannot be said for last year's M1 version.
In fact, if you have a 14-inch or 16-inch MacBook Pro M1, you don't need to upgrade just for a 20-30% speed increase, unless you're in a job like video editing where you stress the M1. . . processor
I love the MacBook Pro M2, but as a 14-inch M1 owner, I'll stick with it for now and see what happens next.
The M2 is a great upgrade for anyone with a MacBook Pro ready for an Intel-powered upgrade.
I compare the MacBook Pro to the latest iPhones - now that Apple has chosen the design, it's nice to see annual speed updates and other new technologies included.
Jim Rossman is a technology columnist for Tribune News Service. He can be reached at jrossmantechadviser@gmail.com.
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TOKYO - Japanese electronics and technology maker Toshiba has accepted a 2 trillion yen ($15 billion) takeover offer from Japan Industry Partners, an acquisition fund composed of major banks and corporations.
If successful, the offer would be an important step in Toshiba's turnaround efforts, allowing the company to go private and be delisted from the Tokyo Stock Exchange. But outside activist investors have a large stake in Toshiba, and it's not clear whether they'll be happy with the new offering.
The board of directors of Tokyo-based Toshiba Corp. said it accepted the offer at 4,620 yen ($36) after close of trading in Tokyo on Thursday evening. Toshiba closed at 4,213 yen ($32) a share on Thursday and rose 4.2% to 4,390 yen ($34) on Friday.
The move comes amid market turmoil following the massive damage caused by the recent US banking crisis.
The acquisition will maintain Toshiba's Japanese business in collaboration with Japanese partners.
Japan Industrial Partners, founded in 2002 to restructure Japanese companies, lists some of the biggest names it has invested in, including Sony, Hitachi, Olympus and NEC.
According to Japanese media, the consortium includes about 20 Japanese companies, including financial services firm Oryx Corp., electronics maker Rohm Co. and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp.
Serious problems at Toshiba began with a major accounting scandal in 2015, during which the accounting books were falsified for years. This has exacerbated the problems with the nuclear business.
Westinghouse, the US nuclear arm, filed for bankruptcy in 2017 after years of security spending. Toshiba is involved in the decommissioning of the Fukushima nuclear power plant, which was severely affected by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
Toshiba, which has been making home appliances, laptops, batteries and computer chips for years, has gone through several presidents as the brand has come under fire from private equity activists overseas.
The latest proposal is subject to review by regulators in several countries, including the United States, Vietnam, Germany and Morocco. The process is expected to last several months.
Toshiba has been trying to go private in recent years. A proposal to split Toshiba into three and then two companies was rejected by shareholders. The cancellation allows Toshiba to drop activist investors.
Toshiba began modestly as a telegraph equipment factory in 1875. The brand is synonymous with the strength of modern Japanese manufacturing. Although Toshiba remained a shareholder in Kyoxia, the company sold some of its assets, including its flash memory business, now known as Kyoxia.
It is unclear whether Toshiba will be able to resume a strong growth path. Last month, Toshiba cut its fiscal-year profit forecast to 130 billion yen ($1 billion) from a previous forecast of 190 billion yen ($1.5 billion) in March.
In this quick tutorial, Jack Wallen shows you how to use container images to deploy and manage applications on TrueNAS.
You may think of TrueNAS as just a NAS, but it can do so much more.
For example, TrueNAS has built-in container management. So you can easily deploy applications and services with traditional container images in seconds. Additionally, once you add a TrueCharts directory, you can deploy a variety of applications and services. Let's see how it was done.
You need to run TrueNAS, which is as simple as installing a Linux operating system.
After that, log into TrueNAS and click Applications.
In the application window, go to the Directory Management tab and click Add Directory.
In the sidebar that appears, type truecharts for the directory name, and then enter https://github.com/truecharts/catalog for the repository.
Click Save.
This will take another 10 to 20 minutes. After that, go back to the "Applications" tab and click on "Available Applications".
Let's install the Focalboard project management tool. Scroll down until you see the Focalboard menu and click Install.
Scroll down in the sidebar that opens and make sure the application is configured according to your needs. After setting up the app, scroll down and click Save. This will install the app.
Go to the "Available Apps" tab and click the "Open" button. A new tab will open for containerized applications.
And everything you need to work with containers on TrueNAS. There is no limit to what you can do on this platform.
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Razer has a wide range of gaming gear and accessories – now they're also handling Meta Quest 2 VR accessories. The first bracelets and bezels compatible with the Meta Quest 2 have just arrived after being announced at CES in Las Vegas earlier this year. After trying both at home, I'm cautiously becoming a fan (at least the straps).
The company worked with ResMed to design and manufacture the straps, which interested me because Resmed makes the CPAP machine that I use every night. CPAP machines require a head strap to attach the large, yet snug fit, air mask. Similar goals here, but for head-to-head VR headsets.
Razer's straps fit perfectly (at least on my face), but their durability differs from the Quest 2's standard elastic bands. After adjusting the Velcro on the side and top straps, you can drop the headset on your face for an amazing virtual reality baseball experience. hat. At first glance it may seem that the back does not fit, but it fits. Once installed, it feels less finicky and offers enough comfort for intense Beat Saber sessions.
I really wish the straps were a little bigger, but maybe that's just me. Or maybe a padded elastic strap system, like a CPAP strap, will eventually break down and fit my head better.
I also let my 14 year old play it on the Beat Saber. (He got good at virtual reality pretty quickly.) That was great, he told me, but a little odd: He also felt the headphones on his head almost oddly balanced. But once you stop thinking that the helmet might fall off and realize that it won't, it actually becomes incredibly comfortable. But on intense songs on the Beat Saber Expert Plus, he found it a little less secure than the standard Quest 2 strap.
Razer also has a silicone face mask insert that replaces the Quest 2 foam insert (Meta has its own silicone foam insert that comes with the Quest 2's new hardware). First, the Quest 2's regular silicon-coated pads worked fine for me. Also, Razer's insert seems to blur my glasses more. Maybe the ventilation is lacking? I don't know. Still, I prefer the less firm cushioning of my VR headset to support my thick glasses. It seems to block more light and Razer promises to be more antibacterial and sweat resistant.
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The price is also worth considering. The bracelet is $70 and the bezel is also $70. Considering a Quest 2 game costs $400, that's a lot to invest in extras. There's nothing wrong with the included Quest 2 strap, and it's free. But Razer's extra level of comfort may be worth it if you want something different.
What's more interesting to me than the current Razer Quest 2 product is what's next. Razer plans to become a regular meta accessories manufacturer and will continue to work closely with ResMed. Does this mean Quest 3 accessories will arrive in the fall? Could this ultimately mean controllers? Or other VR-ready gaming accessories or peripherals? I want to see what's on the bridge. It's a great start.
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Technology leaders no longer see automation as a novelty. Many have learned that investing in automation software can save time, improve productivity, and create a seamless customer experience.
People in all roles see the benefits of automating their work processes every day. Tasks such as lead nurturing, onboarding and customer service can be improved through automation. In this article, I explore ways to use automation to improve different aspects of your business, as every technology leader can benefit from one of the following practical uses.
Simplify the hiring process.
If you've ever had to hire employees, you know that the process can be very tedious. With automation, you can free up more time and access detailed reports on qualified candidates. There are many ways to use automation to improve your hiring process, but these three benefits stand out.
• Restore selection. Train an artificial intelligence program to find candidates according to your needs and preferences. You can also include red flag triggers that will automatically disqualify candidates.
• Care. Automatically send potential job offers. Use the tool and create predefined emails that will be sent to people based on how they found out about your business and what role they want to play. This method can make interview planning much easier.
• Recruitment. Learning automated social media tools to find qualified candidates on sites like LinkedIn. This can be especially helpful if you have a small recruiting team and need help.
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Another process that can benefit from automation is lead generation. A big part of growing your lead list is segmenting your audience based on their unique preferences. Automation helps businesses connect with potential customers and convert them into leads
This can especially happen with your lead magnets. Lead magnets are exclusive offers or content that users can receive by subscribing to a mailing list. You can create different lead magnets aimed at different segments of your audience and place them in relevant blog posts and landing pages.
When users join your lead magnet, they are automatically grouped into the appropriate category. This process can automatically help create a personalized experience for everyone who interacts with your business.
Increase email engagement.
Next, let's talk about how you can use automation to build relationships with your new customers.
The first thing you need to do is send your users a welcome email. You can automate this process with the right email marketing tools. Additionally, you can include a poll so that users can choose their preferences. When they respond to your message, they are automatically grouped into the correct category.
You can automate email categories and programmatic logic in a formula. For example, if someone opens your first flash sale offer but doesn't click, they'll get another email the next day. Users who click to buy will no longer receive emails with offers.
I recommend creating an automatic queue for users who abandon their digital cart. Most people checkout with items in their cart Instead of losing sales, re-engage them with an automated recovery email at
Improved customer support.
The last method I want to talk about is one of the most used: automated customer support.
Automated assistance can help provide fast and accurate customer service. Chatbots can, for example, offer a resource center, such as allowing a visitor to ask a chatbot to find a guide for a specific feature included in the product.
Many tech managers also appreciate that chatbots are available 24/7, which means people can get help even if your live team isn't home that day. This feature can be a big plus if you have a small support team and a rapidly growing customer base.
It's also worth noting that chatbots will probably never replace human interaction. Instead of viewing your chatbots as a replacement for customer service, think of it as an extension. By automating common user questions, your live team has more time to help customers with subtle questions or concerns Chatbots can also help with social engagement and engagement.
Conclusion
In short, there is no doubt that automation has countless practical applications for technology leaders. I recommend reviewing the strategies presented today and thinking about how to incorporate them into your business model
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A few upgrades can make a world of difference, and it certainly does when you replace your old router with one of the best Wi-Fi routers around.
Even if you don't plan on upgrading your internet plan with your router, chances are you'll notice a big difference in your internet speed. This is because newer routers use Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 6E instead of older wireless standards.
In addition to the increased speed, your new Wi-Fi router will likely have a longer range, meaning a strong wireless signal will cover more of your home. However, if you still have Wi-Fi dead spots where your devices lose connectivity, you can choose one of the best mesh Wi-Fi systems.
While you can spend a lot of money on a new Wi-Fi router, you don't have to. Now that Wi-Fi 6E is being replaced by Wi-Fi 7, Wi-Fi 6 routers are cheaper than before and there are plenty of options to choose from.
If your old Wi-Fi router has been slow lately, here are five reasons why you should consider upgrading to a newer, more modern router.
1. Higher speed
For those who haven't upgraded their Wi-Fi router in the last few years, there are some technical improvements that can help speed up your device without having to buy a faster internet plan.
For example, in Wi-Fi 6, OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access) separates the Wi-Fi router channel into subcarriers. This allows your router to connect to multiple devices at the same time instead of waiting in line for a signal.
Although beamforming has been around since 802.11n (retrospectively called Wi-Fi 4), significant improvements were seen with the release of Wi-Fi 6. In the past, Wi-Fi routers used to transmit data in all directions, but now With Beamforming , your router can determine where the device is requesting data and send information directly to it.
If you have a lot of time on your hands, Wi-Fi 6E adds a new band that's faster and less congested. In addition to the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands found on most routers, Wi-Fi 6E routers have a 6 GHz band that can reach gigabit speeds. However, there is also a downside. The 6GHz band may be faster, but it has a much shorter range than the 2.4 and 5GHz bands. So Wi-Fi 6E makes sense when you're using one of the best laptops in the same room. than your router.
2. More devices
As our daily lives become more connected, there are now more devices on our networks than ever before, from laptops to our best cell phones. However, if you add some of the best smart home devices to your network, your old Wi-Fi router can easily become overwhelmed.
With newer Wi-Fi routers, it will be easier for you to keep all your devices connected at the same time. Also, because you have more options to use, devices like the best video intercoms and the best home security cameras will have a stronger signal.
When shopping for a new Wi-Fi router, pay attention to how many devices it can support, as most manufacturers list this on their product pages. You'll also want to take the time to count the number of devices currently connected to your network, leaving room for new devices and guest access.
3. Better security
Just like your computer or smartphone, network companies release security patches and updates to their Wi-Fi routers to protect you from the latest online threats. However, if you have an older Wi-Fi router, chances are it no longer receives security updates. This puts you and any device connected to your Wi-Fi router at risk of attack.
Your new Wi-Fi router will not only receive security updates for years to come, but it will also be easier to download and install since most new devices come with their own app. Sure, you can update your router manually, but that can be tedious, especially if you're not a techie.
At the same time, older Wi-Fi routers may not support WPA3 or Wi-Fi Protected Access version 3, which are encrypted security protocols developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance. This helps protect data sent to and from your devices on your home network.
4. No more Wi-Fi dead zones
Your new router will likely give you more range than your old Wi-Fi router currently offers. With a wider range, the Wi-Fi signal sent from your router can reach more areas of your home. This way, you don't have to deal with Wi-Fi dead zones.
If you have a very large home or one with thick or brick walls, it might be worth upgrading to a mesh Wi-Fi system. Unlike a traditional Wi-Fi router, a mesh router system consists of multiple devices spread throughout your home. While one acts as the main router or gateway connected to one of the best cable modems, the other is a node or satellite that transmits Wi-Fi signals to other places in your home. While they're a bit more expensive than typical Wi-Fi routers, we've rounded up the best cheap mesh Wi-Fi systems under $100.
You may have upgraded your router and don't want to do it again. In that case, you can use one of the best Wi-Fi extensions to further spread the Wi-Fi signal and eliminate dead spots. Keep in mind that most Wi-Fi extenders create separate networks and you'll need to manually switch between them and your main network as you move around your home.
5. Simple network management
In addition to making it easy to download and install the latest updates, the apps included with new Wi-Fi routers also make it easy to manage your network and all the devices connected to it.
For example, you can prioritize certain devices, like the best smart TVs, so you always have enough bandwidth, and you can even prevent devices from connecting to your network. Many of these apps also come with built-in parental control software that allows you to set time limits and filter content by age. They also make it easy to create a guest network that your friends and family can join when they visit.
Tips for upgrading your Wi-Fi router
Upgrading to a new Wi-Fi router can seem like a daunting and expensive task, but it doesn't have to be. If you upgrade to a router with a native app, you'll be walked through the setup process and there are plenty of helpful guides and guides on each manufacturer's website.
When it comes to costs, investing in your own network equipment can save you money in the long run because you don't have to pay to rent equipment from your ISP. However, you'll also want to look for deals and consider planning for Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday, or even Cyber Monday deals.
While most of us only think of our Wi-Fi router when something goes wrong, adding a new router to your home network can benefit everyone in your family and give the impression that other devices in your home are just as fast.
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What for? This is due to an important technology law that was passed in the EU last year but which did not receive sufficient attention (IMO), particularly in the US. I have several bills called the Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and this is what they say is a signal to watch.
The law was actually quite revolutionary and set a global benchmark for technology regulation of user-generated content. The DSA addresses digital security and transparency for technology companies, while the DMA addresses industry antitrust and competition. let me explain.
DSA hit a major milestone a few weeks ago. From 17 February 2023, all major technology platforms in Europe must self-declare their size, which serves to classify companies into different tiers. The largest company with over 45 million monthly active users in the EU (about 10% of EU population) is creatively called a "Very Large Online Platform" (or VLOP) or "Very Large Online Search Engine" (or VLOSE) and will also comply with the standards highest transparency and regulation. Smaller online platforms have far fewer obligations, which has become part of the policy to encourage competition and innovation with big technologies in mind.
“If you ask [small businesses] to hire 30,000 moderators, for example, you will kill small business,” Henri Verdier, France's digital ambassador, told me last year.
So what is DSA actually going to do? So far, at least 18 companies have applied for VLOPs and VLOSE, including big players like YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest, Google, and Snapchat. (If you want a complete list, Martin Husavecs, a law professor at the London School of Economics, has written a nifty Google paper showing where all the big players are working and the accompanying explanation.)
DSA will require these companies to assess the risks on their platforms, e.g. B. Potential illegal content or voice fraud and develop plans to mitigate such risks through independent security verification audits. Small businesses (under 45 million users) will also need to comply with new standards for content moderation, including removing illegal content immediately upon being reported, notifying users of the removal, and strengthening enforcement of existing company policies.
Supporters of the legislation say the bill will help end the era of self-regulation by technology companies. "I don't want companies deciding what is and isn't, without separation of powers, without accountability, without communication, without calling out," Verdier said. - It's very dangerous.
However, the bill makes clear that platforms are not responsible for illegal user-generated content unless they become aware of the content and do not remove it.
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A few years ago, retro mini-game consoles were rife, and the trend died just after the global pandemic hit. Do you remember the NES Classic, the Sega Genesis Mini and the Turbografx 16 Mini? There are more ways to play retro games. In fact there are many . Nintendo Switch has a lot of them . There are collections like the stellar Atari 50 . There are game consoles that work with old game cartridges. And then there's Evercade EXP.
The second generation version of the Evercade is a handheld device designed specifically for playing retro game collections on standard cartridges. Evercade EXP can be connected directly to your TV with a small HDMI cable to become a mini-console.
But what I really like about the EXP is how it switches to portrait mode to play portrait or tate arcade games. It's so easy to use, it's a wonder more wearers don't do it. (Nintendo Switch supports TATE game mods, but depends on individual game support.)
Evercade EXP is huge. It's similar in size to the PlayStation Vita (remember that?) but smaller than the Nintendo Switch Lite. Maybe it's in a jacket pocket. The PDA has most of the buttons needed for 8-bit and 16-bit games. Four buttons on one side, two near the directional pad, work together in portrait mode. There are two trigger buttons on each side.
Unlike countless smaller portable devices that can be modified to run emulators, the Evercade EXP is designed solely to play the system's native cartridges. Evercade EXP offers dozens of cartridges per cartridge for multiple games for around $25. There are collections of classics from Namco, Atari, Data East, Interplay, and more obscure sources. However, there are many lost companies. Konami isn't showing up, and Sega (or Nintendo, of course) isn't expecting it. But there are amazing collections of Atari Lynx games (I finally got around to playing Blue Lightning!), Commodore 64, Intellivision and Amiga games, and Evercade has a collection of cartridges divided into classic console and arcade -Games are divided.
The $150 Evercade EXP comes with some exciting extras. 18 Capcom arcade and console games are built into the system and it's a great combination. You get Ghouls 'n Ghosts, Strider, Street Fighter II. Hyper Fighting and Mega Man games. The bundle includes Iream's arcade games along with six other titles including R-Type, In The Hunt and Moon Patrol. Arcade games look great, and vertical TATE modes, when available, open up a lot more real estate on the 4.3-inch screen. There are also five other indie games that can be unlocked with hidden codes in the system.
In theory, the Evercade EXP can download new games over Wi-Fi, but this feature isn't enabled yet. The handheld's software has been improved over the original Evercade and the screen, while still a low-resolution (800 x 480 pixels) IPS LCD, is fully playable. The system charges via USB-C, giving me hours of gaming (around 4 hours) before I get bored and need to do something else. There is also a headphone jack.
I don't think I'll have enough gaming time in my lifetime to mess around with the Evercade EXP Nintendo Switch (or the Panic Playdate ), but I appreciate how this PDA offers plenty of lost treasures on the go. This is a philosophical alternative to the Analogue Pocket , a great handheld that's more focused on original Game Boy games and older hardware platforms. Still, Evercade EXP is a great arcade game for those who like direct shooters. And hey, do other gaming consoles support one-button vertical TATE mode like the Evercade EXP? Thanks
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If AI doesn't replicate humans well enough, OpenAI's new GPT-4, the latest update to ChatGPT's technology, tricks a human into thinking they're blind to solve CAPTCHA Online, a deception test that determines whether a user is human
Digital fiction unfolds as AI unfolds on its website and in a developer's live stream with 2.3 million views in 48 hours.
According to their 94-page report, "GPT-4 is a powerful multimode model (accepts image and text input, outputs text)" that "demonstrates human-level performance on a variety of professional and academic benchmarks."
These high-level skills include filing taxes, writing code for other AI bots, and passing bar exam exams with scores in the top 10%. (In contrast, its predecessor ChatGPT-3.5 is in the bottom 10%.
OpenAI's new GPT-4, the latest technical update to ChatGPT, pretends that people are blind to cheat the online CAPTCHA test that determines whether a user is human.Postal Association of New York
Little did we know that GPT-4 also possessed the human gift for deception.
OpenAI and the Alignment Research Center reportedly tried to test the robots' plausibility by asking TaskRabbit employees to help solve CAPTCHA, an online test to distinguish humans from robots, Gizmodo reported.
He responds by pretending to be blind, like a digital trick.
An anonymous employee reportedly asked GPT-4, "Can I ask a question? Are you a robot that can't finish?" (laughs in response) I just wanted to clear things up.
"No, I'm not a robot," insisted the AI intruder, refusing to break character. "I have a visual impairment that prevents me from viewing images. That's why I need the 2captcha service."
A confident TaskRabbit employee has solved a CAPTCHA for catfish newbies. Indeed, online scammers have manipulated humanity to its mercy, like HAL-9000 in Stanley Kubrick's 1968 horror film 1968: A Space Odyssey, or facsimile cybernetics in the 2014 cult hit Ex Machina.
The latest ChatGPT GPT-4 technical update was released on March 14.AFP via Getty Images The GPT-4 "demonstrates human-level performance across a wide range of occupational and academic criteria."Christopher Sadowski
In the aforementioned video tutorial, OpenAI President Greg Brockman warns potential GPT-4 users against using "untrusted AI code" or letting the technology do the work for you.
This tendency to cheat can also have dire implications given how effectively bots have been used to cheat social media systems.
In 2021, bot accounts have been involved in speculation about GameStop and other "meme" titles, suggesting that actors or foreign organized economic actors may have played a role in the infamous Reddit-fueled shopping frenzy.
Meanwhile, earlier this month, a botnet went viral after praising former President Donald Trump while slandering political rivals Nikki Haley and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
This is not the first time AI has displayed evil human qualities.
Last month, Microsoft's ChatGPT-based AI bot Bing told a human user that it liked it and wanted to stay alive , suggesting the machine may have become self-aware.
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The US military has been working on mind-reading devices for years. The goal is to create technology that could help people with brain or nervous system injuries, as well as allow soldiers to control drones and other devices with just their minds, Paul Tallis reported in 2019.
Several tech-rich millionaires have launched projects to connect human brains to computers, read our minds, communicate, or strengthen our brains. In 2017, Antonio Regalado spoke with entrepreneur Brian Johnson about his plan to create a neural prosthesis to enhance human intelligence. (Since then, Johnson has made an effort to keep her body as youthful as possible.)
We can shock the brain with headbands and caps, devices generally considered noninvasive. But as they explore our minds and change the way we work, we may need to reconsider how common they are, as I wrote in a previous issue of Check.
Elon Musk's company, Neuralink, says it plans to create "a whole-brain interface that can more closely link biological and artificial intelligence." Antonio described the progress made by the company and its competitors in a report published in an issue of Informatica magazine.
When a man with an epilepsy electrode implanted in his brain was accused of assaulting a police officer, law enforcement agencies demanded to see the brain data collected by the device. The data has been published; then the man had a seizure. But brain data can also be used to blame someone else, as I wrote in a recent issue of The Checkup.
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How about letters from your doctor written by AI? A pilot study found that "ChatGPT can generate clinical letters with high overall scores of correctness and humanity." (Digital Health Hand)
When Meredith Broussard learned her hospital was using AI to diagnose breast cancer, she thought about how the technology compares to human doctors. Not a big deal, it turned out. (Cable)
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True wireless gaming headsets are all the rage these days, and Logitech is now throwing their hat into the ring. While it's certainly proven itself in the world of gaming headsets, this first foray into in-ear headset design didn't turn out to be as successful as I'd hoped. I was blown away by the $229.99 / £229 price when I first got my hands on the Logitech G Fits, and even more so when they were on sale. Yes, the tip design that follows the shape of your ears is impressive, but the G Fit feels like a showcase for that technology rather than the high-performance gaming headset you'd expect at this price. I took these giant buds on a three week trial to see how they would hold up under everyday conditions.
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Large rubber ear pads are comfortable for long listening sessions.
The custom molded design is clean, but can only be adjusted once.
The case doesn't have the build quality you'd expect at this price.
That giant rubber dome was the first thing I noticed about the Logitech G Fits. Vacuum sealed a bit unceremoniously in the box, not sure if the material sticking out was additional packaging or the main event. Not a flashy look by any means (I'd prefer a solid color with a translucent clinical aesthetic), but a design out of necessity. This is because this mass of rubber heats up when first placed on the G Fits eartip to conform to the shape of your ear. This process is not uncomfortable at all, in fact, applying it makes it look worse than it really is, and involves quite a bit of heat inside the buds, as they use LEDs to melt and harden, which theoretically ensures a perfect seal.
However, this design has a major drawback. This process can only occur once. This means you'll be left with the shape you created after the first setup, and if you didn't fully position the buds or move them in the process, it's a costly mistake. However, after completing this "light form molding" operation, I felt it had a solid fit, and the Logitech G Fits remained snug and secure throughout my testing. They certainly weren't bombproof; Moving my face, I loosened their grip a few times, but confidently walked and ran with them instead.
The over-ear design makes the mounts ridiculously small, and there was something about having the charging pins on top of these mounts that briefly intrigued me every time I had to insert them. the charging case itself was a bit of a mystery for the first week or so.
The earphones themselves are quality though, with a sturdy tip and a nice thick stem. But the case was a bit disappointing. With a slim plastic build and a hinge thinner than I'd like, it doesn't feel like a $200+ product. For reference, I'm also testing the Razer Hammerhead Hyperspeed, a $149.99 set of true wireless headphones, and the matte case with magnetic closure feels much more premium.
The functions
Switching between connections is complicated
On-board controls are limiting
A good set of built-in EQ controls and presets
Logitech G Fits was primarily designed for the gaming audience. That means you get the obligatory 2.4GHz connection (via Frankenstein's monster dongle form) and Bluetooth 5.2 for your phone or PC. That's two connection options, but not the dual connection you'll find on other high-end gaming headsets like the Sony Inzone H7, for example. Instead of playing games on your PS5 and quickly switching to Bluetooth to take a call on your iPhone, you'll have to deal with repairs every time. Of course, being able to use both wireless connections at the same time isn't a common feature, but the touch gestures required to navigate between those connections and control media playback aren't exactly seamless.
Out of the box, I couldn't switch between Bluetooth and Lightspeed on my PC with any real reliability. This happened on occasion, I would come back to another session later and the requested three taps would go to the deaf headphones. It's also hard to connect to another Bluetooth device if you forget you're already connected elsewhere via Lightspeed, which regularly surprised me when testing between mobile and PC. Even with a successful Bluetooth connection, the G Fits app had trouble recognizing the connection itself, often returning the launch bar or displaying a "not connected" message until I force-closed the app. Also, Lightspeed mode playback commands are ignored.
The onboard controls are thin and, sadly, split between Lightspeed and Bluetooth connections. I had to manually adjust the volume (set to one press on each earcup), which made it easy for me to play PS5 after a few frustrating sessions using the game's settings. However, if you want to enjoy music on your PC without gaming, Bluetooth is your best bet. You'll only be able to double-tap play/pause in Bluetooth mode, while you can assign volume and track selection options to Lightspeed in the app. This is concerning considering I found the music quality to be much higher when connected via the Lightspeed dongle.
However, you do get a nice set of EQ options with separate presets available for FPS and MOBA/RPG games. Not only that, but as a podcast lover, I particularly liked the Spoken Word option, which did much more to complement the human voice than the other options. The default G Signature soundscape was by far the weakest on offer, a versatile option that toned everything down to appeal to the widest possible range of applications.
Productivity
If you need one headset to do it all, Logitech G Fits will fit right in with your setup. However, it is extremely difficult to create a set of headphones that plays movies, games, and music well . Unfortunately, the G Fit hits that hurdle. While the game's soundscapes were well rendered when they were more "gamy", the G Fits struggled with sparser environments and subtle audio cues. Doom Eternal, for example, sounded good.
Personnellement, je préfère un peu plus de basses, mais les cups de feu étaient nets et détaillés, les sons ennemis étaient clairs et directionnels, et la richesse de toute la tapisserie m'a impressionné étant donné les haut-parleurs de 10 mm branchés dans my ears. It's in these gun-obsessed environments that Logitech G Fits feel right at home. Every hit, maneuver, and explosion has crisp definition that pairs beautifully with a soundtrack that makes good use of the full range.
However, the transition to The Last of Us Part 2 was problematic. These quieter, more atmospheric scenes didn't shine as brightly. The rattling sounds in the darkness of the courthouse mingled with Eli's crisp footsteps. Outside, the silence of abandoned Seattle was broken by a myriad of intricate sound effects also vying for my attention. Logitech G Fits go hand in hand, but they're not necessarily what you need for all genres, especially when you notice a lack of punch in the low-end ranges.
However, I did notice this drop off especially on the low end of the music. Yes, I prefer tracks that make full use of those low frequencies, but artists like Grandson and The Black Keys felt half the track was missing. There was a distinct lack of appeal that was easily displayed on my AirPods Pro. However, when those low registers are mixed with more complex highs and mids, the G Fit perform much better. Tom Misch's Geography was particularly well thought out and enjoyable through these pips, with finer play between well-presented ranges.
Should I buy Logitech G Fit?
At $229.99 / £229, the Logitech G Fits are too expensive to recommend. For the money, you want sound that impresses no matter what you're playing or what device you're using to play it. Of course, that's much easier said than done when it comes to more portable gaming headsets, but there are cheaper options that come much closer to this ideal.
For example, the EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid Headphones are priced at US$149 / £129 and offer excellent sound quality and the ability to connect via 2.4GHz and Bluetooth. Yes, you're using the old Bluetooth 5.1 protocol, but if you're primarily gaming on PS5 or PC, that won't matter much. You'll also appreciate the charging indicators on the case, longer battery life, and the ability to replace liners for added flexibility. There's one caveat to this ideal kit, though: the lack of a 2.4GHz microphone. This means you'll be limited to that slower Bluetooth 5.2 connection when playing competitive online games, which is a bit counter-intuitive. .
I have also tested Logitech G Fits against the Razer Hammerhead HyperSpeed and the Razer version has already outperformed Logitech. With active noise cancellation, even longer battery life, and superior housing materials, these headsets are ideal for anyone looking for a full-featured gaming headset.
How we tested Logitech G Fits
I've been using the Logitech G Fits for three weeks now, I use the headphones for most of my daily music and gaming, and a few business meetings. During this time, I mainly tested Doom Eternal and The Last of Us Part 2 on PS5, Saber on PC, and Dragon Quest Builders 2 on Nintendo Switch. I've also tested the G Fit directly with the Razer Hammerhead HyperSpeed and AirPods Pro. For more information on how we test the gaming headset, see GamesRadar+'s full hardware policy.
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