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Have you ever missed a notification because your phone was on vibrate and the environment was too noisy? Well, Google's latest Android 15 update for select Pixel phones is here to fix that. Meet Adaptive Vibration, a clever feature that uses your phone's microphone and sensors to adjust vibration in

AI and Climate: New Perspectives from Newsweek

On the 72nd floor of One World Trade Center, Newsweek hosted two exciting events in September. Experts in medicine and climate action gathered to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) can solve problems in their fields. One event focused on using AI to help doctors with tough tasks, so they can s

DJI's New Air 3S Drone: Half the Price, Double the Detail!

Ever wondered if you could get stunning aerial shots without breaking the bank? DJI has just released the Air 3S drone, and it's giving the pricey Mavic 3 Pro a run for its money. This new drone packs a punch with a 1-inch image sensor and 50MP main camera. Both cameras offer autofocus and impressiv

iPad Mini Gets a Big Boost with A17 Pro Chip

After a three-year hiatus, Apple has given the iPad mini a much-needed update, though you might not notice it at first glance. The seventh-generation iPad mini looks quite similar to its predecessor, with a Touch ID sensor on the power button and a slender-edged screen. However, under the hood, ther

A Unlikely Partnership: AMD and Intel Join Forces Against Qualcomm

You might be surprised to hear that AMD and Intel, long-time rivals in the processor game, are teaming up. They're leading a new group called the x86 ecosystem advisory group. This group aims to shape the future of a key part of computing called the x86 architecture. It's been around for almost 50 y

SpaceX's Giant Rocket Lands Successfully: Musk Proves Doubters Wrong

In a historic moment, SpaceX managed to land its massive Super Heavy booster rocket back at its Texas launch site. This success is a big deal for Elon Musk, often accused of making promises he can't keep. He's been promising reusable rockets to cut costs and make space travel easier, and this landin

Pixel 9's Top Features: Underwater Photos and More!

Google is rolling out its October 2024 Pixel Drop with the launch of Android 15. This update brings new features to all Pixel devices, with some Pixel 9 perks trickling down to older models. The Pixel 9 boasts an exciting new Gemini Extension. It lets you find info saved in screenshots using voice

The Meta Quest 3S: A Week of Discovery

The Meta Quest 3S has been a game-changer for me after Hurricane Helene. Unlike its pricier sibling, the Quest 3, the 3S offers a similar experience without the hefty price tag. The mixed reality feature is impressive, allowing me to interact with my living room while playing games. It's like turnin

Hidden Messages in AI Chatbots: A Secret Text Adventure

Imagine if someone could slip secret messages into your AI chatbot that only the AI could read. Sounds like something from a spy movie, right? Well, it's happening in the real world thanks to a quirk in the Unicode text encoding standard. These hidden characters can be used to smuggle malicious inst

Adobe's New AI Tool Makes Videos from Text