Google Messages will get a backup and restore function for easy transfer between devices
Google Messages has now become the standard messaging app on many Android phones and tablets, helping to drive the adoption of RCS (Rich Communication Services) around the world. Google Messages now has a backup and restore feature for your chats.
«GPON only»: Internet «Kyivstar» fully switches to fiber
One of the largest Internet providers in Ukraine «Kyivstar» will build only GPON fiber networks, which are less dependent on electricity. The existing FTTB networks will be recycled.
Elon Musk’s AI startup is now worth more than Twitter at the time of acquisition
Last year, Elon Musk launched an artificial intelligence startup, and now its valuation has reached $50 billion, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Ajax presents DoorBell video doorbell with AI, IndoorCam surveillance camera and other security devices
Ajax Systems held the sixth annual presentation of the latest security technologies at the Ajax Special Event. In addition to devices, the company presented software products and services.
Xiaomi will release Redmi K80 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Elite in a week — images and specifications
Xiaomi has revealed the release date of Redmi K80 and K80 Pro smartphones on an official poster. In addition, images of the smartphones in all colors and photos have appeared.
EcoFlow RIVER 3: new charging stations starting at UAH 13 thousand are now available in Ukraine
EcoFlow has expanded the range of charging stations available in Ukraine by launching the new EcoFlow RIVER 3 line. The series consists of four models with different functions and capabilities that support Pogo-Pin, GaN, X-GaNPower and X-Guard technologies. Some versions provide a switching speed to UPS mode of 10 ms.
Google cancels Pixel Tablet 3
According to new reports, Google has decided to cancel the development of the Pixel Tablet 3 tablet codenamed Kiyomi. The decision was made last week, and all teams working on the device were transferred to other projects.
«Reserve+» now allows you to apply for a deferral online for parents with many children
The «Reserve+» app has a new feature that allows parents with many children to apply for a deferment from mobilization. This applies to those who are raising three minor children in a joint marriage. This was announced by Deputy Minister of Defense for Digitalization Kateryna Chernogorenko.
ChatGPT has learned to write better texts — OpenAI has updated GPT-4o
OpenAI has introduced an updated GPT-4o model with significant improvements. The new version creates more natural and relevant texts and provides deeper analysis of uploaded files.
Gemini Live now speaks Ukrainian: examples of how to use the AI assistant in everyday life
Gemini Live personal AI assistant is now available in Ukrainian. This means that you can have natural conversations with the assistant, get answers to questions, complete tasks, and much more – all in your native language.
Stellantis has created a new STLA Frame platform for electric vehicles with an autonomy of more than 800 km
Stellantis (a group of 18 automotive brands) has unveiled its newest development in the field of electric vehicles – the STLA Frame platform. This new platform is specially designed for full-size pickups and SUVs and aims to provide «best-in-class capabilities».
Netflix is being sued for «poor quality» broadcast of Mike Tyson’s fight with Jake Paul
According to Netflix’s management, Mike Tyson’s fight with Jake Paul became a sporting event «with the most views in history», but this influx of viewers also affected the quality of the broadcast.
Sony Alpha 1 II: new flagship mirrorless camera with improved autofocus, stabilization and screen at $6500
Sony has unveiled the second generation of its flagship Alpha 1 camera. Keeping with the company’s tradition of obscure names, the new camera is called Alpha 1 II.
Sony PlayStation 6 processors will appear in 2026 — AMD is preparing UDNA architecture
According to an insider, AMD is preparing to introduce a UDNA gaming graphics chip. Processors for the Sony PlayStation 6 based on it will go into production in less than two years.
Google Gemini artificial intelligence now has «memory» of user characteristics
Google’s Gemini chatbot has been given the ability to memorize certain details about users, such as their interests and personal preferences. This feature is being rolled out to subscribers who have access to Gemini Advanced. It will allow the AI chatbot to customize responses according to your needs and preferences.
Apple has canceled free repair of MacBook with a keyboard «butterfly»
Apple is officially completed a program for free repair of the «butterfly» keyboard in MacBooks of previous years. Such keyboards often fail and have caused many complaints in the past.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim cameras: details of 200+50+50 megapixel sensors and compact periscope of new design
Earlier this month, an Ice Universe insider reported that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim will have an Ultra camera, but did not reveal any more details. Now, another informant, Sanju Choudhary, claims to know the exact specifications of the sensors that will be used in this device. The Slim model is likely to replace the S25 FE.
Mathematicians devised challenging problems to test the reasoning of Gemini, Claude, and GPT-4o — they failed almost all tests
The most advanced AI models have solved only 2% of complex mathematical problems developed by the world’s leading mathematicians.
Introducing the Asus ROG Phone 9 and 9 Pro — you can play even on the back
The Asus ROG Phone 9 and ROG Phone 9 Pro are powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite, have a maximum refresh rate of 185 Hz, and you can play not only on the screen.
Valve is developing Steam Controller 2 and gamepad for VR headsets, — The Verge
Valve, which announced plans to create a successor to the iconic Steam Controller two years ago, has moved from words to deeds. According to blogger Brad Lynch, Valve has started preparations for the mass production of Steam Controller 2, codenamed Ibex.
Sony PlayStation Portal becomes a standalone cloud console — but not for everyone
Sony released PlayStation Portal update, which puts the PS5 accessory in a different class. However, it is not free.
Recovery of the processor market: China leads the way, laptops gain momentum
According to a recent report by Jon Peddie Research, the PC processor market showed significant growth in the third quarter of 2024 compared to the second quarter. After a downturn in 2021 and 2022, the market is finally recovering at a rapid pace.
Sony PlayStation 5 story: the best gaming computer of our time
Four years ago, the Japanese company released the next best-selling Sony PlayStation 5, which once again provoked crazy queues and a shortage of the most desirable gaming «computer» modernity. This console has deservedly gained its popularity, and now we will understand why. In the final part of the series of articles about Sony PlayStation game…
A garbage man found a PC at work — top-of-the-line NVIDIA RTX and AMD Threadripper
Reddit user Seizo, who works as a garbage truck driver, found a real gem in his beautifully fragrant workstation. The computer contained an NVIDIA RTX 2080 Ti, and that’s not all.
Register «Oberig» will automatically receive the results of medical examinations of persons liable for military service from the EHEA ─ draft law
The National Security Committee recommends that the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine approve draft law No. 12066. This document provides for permission to access the medical information of conscripts, persons liable for military service and reservists, as well as its inclusion in the «Oberig» register.
Only 20% of recipients used national cashback: what do Ukrainians spend their money on?
In September, Ukrainians received UAH 37.2 million in payments under the «National Cashback» program. The Ministry of Economy analyzed how the recipients of the payments used these funds.
Microsoft Teams will get «live» translation — your voice will sound in 9 different languages
In early 2025, Microsoft will add the «translator» feature to Teams, which will be powered by artificial intelligence and allow each participant to speak (or listen to others) in the language of their choice.
All NVIDIA RTX 50xx can get a 12V-2×6 power connector, even the younger ones
After the launch of the GeForce RTX 40 series, NVIDIA introduced the 12VHPWR connector, which not only chairs were burning. His successor 12V-2×6 will have no alternative.
Windows 365 Link is a mini-PC for streaming Windows 11 from the cloud. For only $349
Microsoft plans to release a new mini-PC specially designed for its cloud service Windows 365. The Windows 365 Link is a $349 device that works as a thin client, connecting to the cloud and streaming Windows 11 to the screen.
Free cheese? The gamer received the RTX 3060 from Temu for free and is waiting for the rest of the components to check if it’s a real video card
Getting free gaming hardware, especially an expensive one like the RTX 3060, is rare. However, user LudM on the PCMR subreddit said that he received a Chinese RTX 3060 from the Temu platform for free. Now he is waiting for the rest of the components for his PC to assemble the system and check if it is a genuine RTX 3060 and not a fake.
The IT specialist turned his home into a place for friendly LAN gaming parties. It cost more than $1 million
Software engineer Kenton Varda, who is the head of technical at Cloudflare Workers, spent more than 3 years and at least a million dollars to turn his Austin home into the perfect venue for local gaming parties. This house, known as the LAN Party House, is equipped with 22 computers and a special server room. However, not everyone receives…
Ukraine modernized «Neptune» missiles and scaled up their production, — Ministry of Defense
The Minister of Defense of Ukraine spoke about modernization and the production of domestic R-360 missiles «Neptune», their number and development «Palyanytsia».
US DOJ demands that Google sell Chrome browser, — Bloomberg
At the beginning of the year, the court recognized Google as a monopolist in search and since then, regulators have been thinking about how to overcome the company’s anticompetitive practices.
«Reserve+» mistakenly put more than 700 thousand Ukrainians on the wanted list: the app is to be transformed with automatic military registration
Approximately 710 thousand Ukrainians liable for military service were mistakenly displayed in the «Reserve+» application as wanted persons. This was stated by Deputy Minister of Defense for Digitalization Kateryna Chernogorenko.
«Red Threat»: AMD pushes Intel out of the top 10 desktop processors on Amazon
For a long time, consumers have been favoring Intel desktop processors. But the release of not very successful recent models has tipped the consumer’s scales in the other direction. And now the top ten most popular CPUs on Amazon consist exclusively of AMD chips.
The new Garmin Instinct 3 start watch will support solar charging
Garmin seems to be preparing to release a new Instinct 3 smartwatch that will have a solar charging version. Information about this appeared on the support page on the brand’s official website, where the cost of repairs for various Garmin products was indicated.
Oppo releases Reno 12F collector’s smartphone for Harry Potter fans — with wand and snitch
The box also contains a pleasant surprise — a letter of acceptance to Hogwarts.
Elon Musk changed X algorithms for self-promotion and promotion of Republicans – study
After Elon Musk acquired Twitter (now X), some people expressed fears that the new owner would use the social network for self-promotion and political campaigning. A new study has confirmed these assumptions – X’s algorithms now really «like» two things: Elon Musk himself and Republicans.
iPhone owners hear strangers’ conversations on speakerphone due to unknown glitch
At least two reports say that some iPhone owners have started hearing strangers’ voices in the speakers of their smartphones.
Intel postpones Arc Battlemage GPU announcement until December, but wants to be in time for CES 2025 to get ahead of the competition
It seems that Intel has decided to postpone the presentation of its new products. The chipmaker is approaching the release of new discrete GPUs, but recent reports suggest that this event will take place later than planned.
Again? Again! Apple plans to create its own TV
In 2009-2011, there were rumors about Apple’s own TV set, and although it didn’t happen in the end, it appears that the company hasn’t abandoned the idea.
«Not for desktops»: Intel has no plans for 3D V-Cache in gaming processors
Intel’s technical communications manager Florian Meislinger says the company has no plans to implement AMD’s 3D V-Cache analog in custom processors.
Another AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D burned out on the same board — MSI launches investigation
Both AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processors were affected on the same MSI motherboard. The network suspects users are to blame, but the coincidence is alarming.
Models from OnlyFans are receiving «letters of happiness» from the tax authorities and are planning to travel abroad
Recently, Danylo Hetmantsev, chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Finance, Taxation and Customs Policy indignantHe wrote that beautiful Ukrainian ladies earn millions of dollars on the OnlyFans platform and do not share their earnings from activities prohibited in Ukraine with the state. Then he wrote that the tax authorities received…
Samsung Galaxy A26: new mid-budget smartphone will get the same Exynos 1280 chip as its predecessor
A new mid-budget Samsung smartphone, the Galaxy A26, is expected to be unveiled soon. Renders and some specifications of this device have already appeared online. The images were shared by an OnLeaks insider.
People don’t distinguish ChatGPT poems from Shakespeare and Byron (research)
ChatGPT is probably a future Nobel Prize winner in literature.
A first look at Wi-Fi 8 — same peak and better real-world speeds
Wi-Fi 8 is still a long way off, but MediaTek’s wireless division has released some details. For the first time, the update won’t chase peak speeds.
Google withdraws from political advertising in the EU due to uncertainty over new rules
Google will stop displaying political ads in the European Union. This decision was a response to new rules that will soon come into force in the EU.
Google to launch «disposable» addresses for primary email privacy and spam protection
Google is working on a new email security system that will allow you to create one-time email addresses or pseudonyms — they can be shared with other users, programs, or sites, and received emails will be forwarded to the main one, thus protecting its privacy.
Artificial intelligence imitating a grandmother and exhausting phone scammers is created in the UK
The British mobile operator O2 has developed Daisy (or dAIsy) artificial intelligence that imitates the most popular target of fraudsters — an elderly woman.
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