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Arjun Sha
OpenAI has finally unveiled its next flagship model called GPT-4o which is a truly multimodal model. And it will be available to all ChatGPT users including free and paid users. On top of that, all ChatGPT Plus features are being made available to free users as well. OpenAI says the update will roll out in the next few weeks. Besides that, OpenAI has also launched a desktop app for macOS.
India’s First: Chennai Doctors Embrace the Apple Vision Pro for Surgery
Sagnik Das Gupta
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Using the Apple Vision Pro, doctors of Chennai's GEM Hospitals have performed nine laparoscopic procedures alongside a series of gastrointestinal procedures. The doctors have also used the mixed reality headset for spine and eye surgeries, making the total number of such surgeries go over 30. Dr. R Parthasarathy, the surgical gastroenterologist and COO at the hospital stated that the device allows him to see superimposed virtual screens in the real world, that display critical information like the patient's CT scans, MRI images, and so on. This prevents him from craning his neck having to constantly look up at the monitor.
Ajith Kumar
Get ready to experience the intense battle royal play in the form of an anime as the Singaporean game developer Garena officially announced that the anime adaptation of Free Fire is now under development in a press release. The Kadokawa Company is co-producing the animation. Kadokawa Blue Feather has been charged with developing this fresh anime adaptation. The release date of the anime Garena Free Fire is unknown, but it will premiere in Japan and streaming platforms worldwide.
The Xiaomi-owned POCO brand has confirmed POCO F6's launch date in India and it's May 23. For those unaware, the POCO F6 is supposedly a rebranded Redmi Note 13 Turbo. The phone is rumored to come with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, triple-rear cameras, and a 5000 mAh battery with 90W fast charging.
The day we all have been waiting for is here finally. In chapter 1114, Vegapunk discussed a certain well-known figure that we are already acquainted with and that is none other than Joy Boy, who is said to be the main character in this tale existed during void century. Joyboy is claimed to have used the rubbery powers back then, just as Luffy battles now using the godly powers of Sun God Nika. In addition, Vegapunk claims that Joy Boy was the first person to set sail for the oceans and the first person to be called a "Pirate" in this universe.
Apple's M4 processor's impressive benchmark scores have prompted Qualcomm to reconsider their upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 application processor's design. The redesign, finalizing in June, aims for a 4.26GHz clock speed using Qualcomm's own Phoenix cores, targeting Apple's A18 chip.
Quelling all rumors, OpenAI has finally announced an event for May 13 at 10 AM PT (10:30 PM IST). It was anticipated that OpenAI would release its ChatGPT search engine challenging Google's dominance. However, Sam Altman says that the company will demo some new stuff that works like magic.
Radojka Travar
Minecraft snapshot 24W19B mostly focuses on making some technical changes and fixing old and relevant bugs. Those include performance boost, new cave sounds, added new vibrations for certain actions, fixed crash due to a villager dying and more. The mace was nerfed in the previous 24W18A snapshot and those changes include reduced attack damage and speed, smash attack calculation changes, additional density damage reduced and incompatibleness of all damage enchantments.
ChatGPT’s New Feature Will Make It Easy to Analyse Files from Cloud Storage
Sagnik Das Gupta
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An X user going by the username @legit_rumors has now spotted that ChatGPT is set to get a new Context Connector feature. With this feature, ChatGPT users will now be able to directly fetch their online Google Drive and Microsoft One Drive files and analyze that data using the AI chatbot.
Microsoft is working on a Start Menu Companion feature that will bring Adaptive Cards similar to live tiles on the Windows 11 Start menu. It's currently being tested on the latest Windows 11 Insider Beta build.
ASUS ROG Ally X Arrives Next Month with Some Significant Upgrades
Abubakar Mohammed
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Following ROG Ally's success, ASUS is gearing up for a yearly refresh of the console and will be launching Ally X. The improved version will supposedly come with more RAM, a huge battery upgrade, a new black SKU, and much improved repairability.
A new report now confirms that OpenAI is going to release its ChatGPT search engine on Monday (May 13). The report also says that the OpenAI search engine will include citations and source real-time information from the web. The search engine has now been indexed by Bing and DuckDuckGo as well.
Sampad Banerjee
It seems Microsoft Xbox plans to launch a mobile gaming app store sometimes in July this year. This will be a web-based app store, and will allow gamers to download first-party Xbox titles like Candy Crush, Minecraft, and even Call of Duty games from there.
Windows 11 Snipping Tool Gets QR Code Scanning and Emoji Support
Abubakar Mohammed
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In a new update to Windows 11 Insiders, Microsoft is rolling out new features to the Snipping Tool. Version 11.2404.37.0 of the Snipping Tool now comes with QR code scanning and will let users use Emoji as a markup asset in screenshots. It also brings a bunch of improvements to shapes and color opacity in the tool.
In a recent update we got to know that Ralph Ineson will play the main villain in Fantastic Four and is going to play the live action version of Galactus in the MCU. This will make Fantastic Four's cast an all-star cast where Julia Garner will be seen as the Silver Surfer.
New Nintendo Switch 2 leaks have surfaced online as multiple sources claim to know more about the device. According to the compiled leaks of Android Authority, Switch 2 will have could have 12GB of RAM, 2x 6GB LPDDR5X modules capable of 7,500MT/s transfer speed, and 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. Another leak from Brazilian streamer tvPH suggests that the Nintendo Switch 2 will be revealed in March 2025 as more information will come in Fall 2024.
As per a new report from Bloomberg, Xbox is planning more layoffs at their ZeniMax studios, which they purchased for $7.5 billion in 2020. Moreover, Xbox president Matt Booty claimed that the reason for the shutdown of three studios was them being understaffed, thus, prompting a restructuring. The Xbox team is of the opinion that the resources should be allocated to other prominent projects.
Hope is the Thing with Feathers is an OST for the Harmonious Choir The Great Septimus and Sunday battle at the end of the 2.2 missions. You can obtain the Hope is the Thing with Feathers OST in Penacony and play it in the Astral Express. This OST is located in the Golden Hour, east of the Clockie Statue. Speak with the Vexed Pepeshi Guest and Lonely Intellitron Guest to get it.
Early Geekbench scores for the Apple M4 chipset has just surfaced online and it has broken all records in the consumer chipset segment. Its single-core score has breached the 3,800 mark, outranking the Snapdragon X Elite and x86 chips from Intel and AMD. Apple is running the Apple M4 at 4.4GHz.
App Mall Arrives on ChromeOS: A New Way to Explore Chromebook Apps
Abubakar Mohammed
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Google is now rolling out App Mall on ChromeOS which is a way for users to discover apps, games, and download popular apps. The feature was first spotted in March but can now be enabled by flipping a flag in "Chrome://flags". ChromeOS' Discover app also recommends a few apps; hence, it will be interesting to see if App Mall ends up replacing it.
Moto Buds and Buds+ Launched in India: Price and Specifications
Abubakar Mohammed
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Motorola has launched its latest audio products the Moto Buds and Buds+. The Buds come with a stronger 50dB ANC while the Buds+ have 46dB ANC. The Buds+ get wireless charging, are tuned by Bose, and have dual-dynamic drivers (11 + 6 mm). The Buds cost Rs. 4,999 while the Buds+ cost Rs. 9,999.
Genshin Impact Natlan Update Will Downgrade Visual Performance on Older Devices
Sanmay Chakrabarti
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Genshin Impact will do a major visual overhaul in the version 5.0 Natlan update, upgrading the overall visuals and functions of the game. This means that the game will have a higher performance requirement after the Natlan update while keeping the minimum requirements the same. Players may see a slight visual performance drop after the Natlan update, as the resolution of some image details of smaller objects and the effect range of some special effects will be decreased for older devices.
The Office Follow-up Series Set in the Same Universe Officially Ordered by Peacock
Aparna Ukil
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The Office is an American sitcom that has entertained us for years and now, even after a decade of its final episode, no one can question its popularity. Well, an unnamed follow-up series to the celebrated media franchise is across the horizon and here's everything you should know about it.
Disney+, Hulu, and Max to Offer a Bundle Plan and It’s Cable All over Again
Shashank Shakya
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In a recent update, it was revealed that Warner Bros and Disney are merging together to provide a Disney Plus, Hulu and HBO Max bundle. This bundle will be released in the United States in summers and as of now, we don't have a confirmed release date or pricing for this bundle.
CMF's next phone has been leaked yet again and this time we have some specifications, pricing and other details. It will be budget phone featuring a 6.5-inch display with Gorilla Glass protection, 5,000 mAh battery, single rear camera, MediaTek Dimensity SoC and will run a cut down version of Nothing OS with 3+4 years of software updates.
Together we can start singing the Elbaf song as Elbaf arc is technically expected to begin this November (or little earlier) according to the Shonen Jump's official website. The new details surfaced online after the staff updated the information about the One Piece World Collectible Figure Elbaf which is set to release during November 2024. As we are already aware, Egghead is in its climax and it is likely that it will conclude in the next six months and mark the beginning of Elbaf arc in the One Piece manga.
In a recent financial earnings call for the quarter, EA boss Andrew Wilson sharee some updates on the games in development at the studios responsible for Battlefield titles. As per the boss, he is positive of the progress, and based on his playthroughs, called them great live-service.
Google has quietly released their much anticipated Pixel 8a at an attractive price of $500 featuring specs like a 120Hz refresh rate OLED display, Tensor G3 chipset, 64+13MP camera setup, and 7 years of major Android updates. It comes with all the latest AI features and will also get Gemini Nano support later down the line.
Wednesday Season 2 Is Officially in Production but One Major Character Axed
Aparna Ukil
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Wednesday Season 1 became one of the most viewed Netflix TV shows in 2022 and recently, the news of Season 2 officially being in production started surfacing. Here's all you need to know about it.
Bob Iger Says Marvel Will Reduce the Output of Movies and TV Shows
Shashank Shakya
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In a recent update, Bob Iger has laid out a plan for the release of Marvel that will be carried out after Deadpool and Wolverine. According to Bob, Marvel will release only 2-3 movies per year along with just 2 TV shows, but why is Iger making this change? Find out in this article.
Ajaay Srinivasan
Apple has announced the Apple Pencil Pro along with the new iPad Pro. The Pencil Pro comes with new squeeze sensors for quick tool switching and color changes, a gyroscope for precision control, and haptic feedback to confirm actions. The devices supports Apple Find My and snaps magnetically to the side of the new iPad Pro for pairing, charging, and storing.
Apple Reveals New M4 Chip with 2x Faster Performance than M2 and AI Features
Anmol Sachdeva
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Apple has announced the iPad Pro with a brand-new M4 chip, skipping the M3 altogether. Apple claims that the M4 chip is an outrageously powerful chip for AI. The chip is based on the 2nd generation 3nm chip fabrication process and features a new display engine to support the new iPad Pro's Tandem OLED Display.
Kanika Gogia
Apple announces its new iPad Pro with an OLED screen and M4 chipset. The 2024 iPad Pro features an Ultra Retina XDR OLED panel, an M4 chip, enhanced aesthetics, and other upgrades. The new iPads are available for pre-order starting today and will hit the shelves starting next week.
Xbox Closes Bethesda Studios, Including Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks
Ishan Adhikary
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It seems the cutting off developers from video games studios is becoming a fashion in the industry. Microsoft seems to be taking a step further to shut down some of the most popular developers from Bethesda Studios. These includes teams like Redfall maker Arkane Austin, Hi-Fi Rush and The Evil Within maker Tango Gameworks, and many more. In a mail, head of Xbox Game Studios, Matt Booty has confirmed these actions taking place.
Apple announces its new iPad Air with M2 chipset. For the first time ever, Apple launched a bigger 13-inch iPad Air as well. The 2024 iPad Air models are available for pre-order starting today and will be up for grabs starting May.
Google is working on a new YouTube Music extension for Gemini which will let you play, search and ask for music suggestions using the AI chatbot directly. The feature needs to be enabled from the Extensions menu first from the app. It will use your account details to learn about your preferences and show you suggestions based on them. The feature is still in development and might be available soon.
As per the latest Nintendo Financial reports, The Nintendo Switch 2 hardware will get announced in this year itself at a later date. While there are plans to host a Nintendo Switch Direct, the Switch 2 will not be announced in that showcase.
MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ Launched; Will First Arrive on Vivo and iQOO Phones
Abubakar Mohammed
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MediaTek has launched the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ SoC with "improved" AI capabilities and performance. It's an octa-core SoC with 1+3+4 configuration; a Cortex-X4 clocked at 3.4GHz, 3 x Cortex-X4 clocked at 2.85GHz, and 4 x Cortex-A720 clocked at 2.0GHz. The SoC will first debut on the Vivo X100s series and iQOO Neo9s Pro.
Files by Google App Gets a Built-in PDF Reader but Still Lacks Some Features
Anshuman Jain
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We will soon see a new PDF reader feature native to File by Google app. It will replace the Google Drive PDF viewer that is the default option Android users rely on today. The upcoming PDF reader will feature navigation and text annotation tools with a simple interface. The feature is yet to arrive but some users have already received it.
Motorola Razr 50 Ultra Live Images Leak Online; Hint at Minimal Design Changes
Abubakar Mohammed
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Mototola Razr foldable phones are head turners, and the Razr 40 Ultra was one of the best foldables to launch in 2023. Moto is gearing up for the Razr 50 Ultra launch as the device has appeared on BIS certification website. It may launch before Samsung announces it's foldables, which are reportedly coming in July.
Out of nowhere, Supergiant Games has dropped Hades 2 in early access, without announcing or marketing the launch. PC players can go and buy the game, joining the adventure of Melinoe. As early access successfully launches, Supergiant Games confirm the game will stay in early access for at least the end of 2024, with first major update dropping sometime later this year.
This Solo Leveling Rap Has Fans Going Crazy Over Epic Saitama Reference
Aparna Ukil
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Solo Leveling franchise have gained an immense popularity over the past few years. So, it's not at all shocking seeing fans going crazy about the recently released rap on Pure O Juice as it sheds light on Sung Jin-Woo's journey.