Voice assistants have come a long way since their inception, with Samsung’s Bixby being one of the key players in the market. Launched in 2017 with the Galaxy S8 smartphone, Bixby offered a range of functions such as live translations and restaurant recommendations. However, traditional voice assistants have been limited in their conversational abilities, primarily
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Before the era of smartphones dominated by the iPhone and Android, there was a revolutionary device known as the T-Mobile Sidekick. This iconic soap bar of a phone made it incredibly easy to be productive and get things done. The Sidekick introduced features like cloud sync, unlimited data, real web browsing on mobile, and seamless
Organic electrochemical transistors (OECTs) have gained attention in the world of electronics due to their ability to modulate electrical current with minimal changes in voltage applied to their gate electrode. These transistors, based on organic superconducting materials, show promise in the development of brain-inspired and wearable technologies. Notable advantages of OECTs include their amplification and
When it comes to training for a race or improving your fitness, having the right smartwatch can make all the difference. Garmin has long been known as a leader in the multisport watch category, but their watches can often come with a hefty price tag and a complex platform that can be intimidating to newcomers.
In a state-of-the-art research center in Romania, engineer Antonia Toma stands ready to activate the world’s most powerful laser. This laser, operated by the French company Thales, holds the promise of groundbreaking advancements across various sectors, from healthcare to space exploration. The technology behind this powerful laser is rooted in the pioneering work of Nobel
The Oculus Quest 1, released only five years ago, is already facing planned obsolescence with the recent announcement from Meta. As of May, new apps released in the Quest Store will no longer be playable on the Quest 1. This decision is not based on the Quest 1’s lack of power to handle the apps,
WhatsApp, the popular messaging service owned by Meta, has recently made a significant change to its user interface on Android smartphones. The update involves moving the four navigation tabs from the top of the screen to the bottom, making it easier for users to navigate through the app with one hand. Changes in User Interface
The concept of self-driving vehicles has long been a dream for both robotics researchers and the automotive industry. While significant investments have been made in the development and testing of autonomous vehicles, their deployment in real-world settings has been limited. One area of research that has gained traction in recent years is automated valet parking
AT&T recently announced that it is currently investigating a data breach that occurred two weeks ago. The breach resulted in the publication of millions of customers’ data on the dark web, a hidden part of the internet that can only be accessed through special software. As a response, the company has reset the passcodes of
The field of voice synthesis has evolved significantly since the introduction of the Speak & Spell toy in 1978. With the help of deep-learning AI models, software can now generate incredibly realistic voices and even mimic existing voices with just a small sample of audio. OpenAI recently unveiled Voice Engine, a text-to-speech AI model capable