Monthly Archives: November 2023

Magsafe charging valet tray helps your area look less cluttered

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If you have several devices that you want to charge at the same time, your desk can look like a tangle of wires and other charging paraphernalia. I am not the neatest person when it comes to my desk so that’s not such an uncommon or uncomfortable situation for me. But for those who are a bit concerned with how their work area will look, wireless charging is probably the best solution to avoid such clutter. If you have several devices though, you might also need several wireless charging pads, unless you get one that can charge multiple gadgets at once.

Designer: Courant

For Mac users, Courant is an accessory maker that they constantly look to (if they can afford premium devices though). The MAG:3 is their latest MagSafe wireless charging device and this time it looks like a minimalist valet tray for your iPhone, AirPods, and other small items that you can place there to make your side table or desk more organized. It is available in both leather and linen finishes and in several colors for each so you can choose which one best fits your current work or home aesthetic.

The tray is made up of a 7.5W output wireless charger pad for your iPhone, a 5W, non-magnetic Qi wireless charger pad for other compatible devices like Airpods, and a 10W USB-C output at the back part to power other devices like your Apple Watch or another USB-C compatible device. There is also space for things like your wallet, watch, keys, eyeglasses, and other small things that you may need to place beside your devices so you won’t forget any of them before you leave your house or your office.

The carbon-neutral Belgian Linen finish is available in camel, charcoal, and natural colors while the gold-rated Italian Leather finish has the saddle or black color options. It is now available to pre-order on the Courant website but since Black Friday deals are almost upon us, you get a discounted deal for a limited period in case you want to save a few dollars.

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Three in ten US adults still get their news from Facebook

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Even though Facebook has been moving away from providing its users with easy access to news over the past year, it apparently still remains a go-to source for current affairs in the US. According to Pew Research, three out of ten adults in the country still regularly get their news from Facebook, which has outpaced all the other social media websites in the center's study. YouTube comes next in the list, with 26 percent of US adults getting news from the video hosting website, while Instagram takes third place with 16 percent. While apparently not as popular as the first three when it comes to news, TikTok (14 percent), X (12 percent) and Reddit (8 percent) also serve as news sources for the US populace. 

When it was reported a year ago that Meta will no longer be paying publishers to run their content on Facebook's News Tab, a spokesperson said "[m]ost people do not come to Facebook for news, and as a business it doesn't make sense to over-invest in areas that don't align with user preferences." But according to the study, 43 percent of users still get their news regularly from the platform. That is, however, admittedly smaller than the 54 percent of users who used to go to the social network to keep themselves updated and read about the latest events back in 2020. Meanwhile, 43 percent of TikTok users say they're getting news from the app now, compared to 22 percent three years ago. Out of all the social networks in the study, though, X (formerly known as Twitter) has the highest percentage of users (53 percent) who go to the website for news. 

Based on the study's responders, men mostly rely on Reddit to keep them abreast of current events, followed by Twitter and YouTube. Meanwhile, women consume news from Nextdoor the most, followed by Facebook and Instagram. In addition, most of the people who get their news from social media are Democrats or lean Democratic, though "there is no significant partisan difference among news consumers on Facebook, X or Nextdoor." Bottom line is, a lot of people still look to social media websites to read about the latest happenings and new information as they come out. These companies will have to continue keeping a close eye on the spread of misinformation on their platforms, even if they do decide not to focus on news anymore. 

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/three-in-ten-us-adults-still-get-their-news-from-facebook-110526907.html?src=rss

Google Bard is being made available to teens

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Google Bard

Google has announced that it is going to make its Google Bard AI assistant available to teenagers, this will start today and Google has said that access to the platform will be available in most countries. The minimum age to use Google Bard will be 13 although, in some other countries, it will be slightly […]

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Steam Deck OLED unboxing and first impressions

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Steam Deck OLED unboxing

The highly anticipated launch of the new Steam Deck OLED has today arrived in the first next generation handheld game systems have been delivered. If you are interested in learning more about what you can expect from inside the box when you receive your new Steam Deck OLED. Or adjust interested in knowing a little […]

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Jeep Avenger e-Hybrid now available in the UK

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Jeep Avenger e-Hybrid

Jeep has announced that its new limited edition Jeep Avenger e-Hybrid SUV is launching in the UK the car will be available to order in the UK from December and the first deliveries will start in Q2 of 2024. Eric Laforge, Head of Jeep Brand in Europe, said: “Jeep’s history of versatile vehicles embodies the […]

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10 Tips to Improve Your Android Phone’s Battery Life

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This guide covers a raneg of tips to improve your Android Phone’s battery life. In today’s fast-paced world, our smartphones have become indispensable tools for communication, entertainment, and productivity. However, with constant usage, battery drain has become a common concern for Android users. Thankfully, there are several simple yet effective strategies to extend your Android […]

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Unity launches a suite of AI tools intended to simplify game creation

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Unity just announced that its Muse AI platform is officially available as an early access build for general use. Originally unveiled back in July, Muse is a package of AI-powered tools intended to streamline the game development process, particularly for those who lack the time or patience for intensive coding. It costs $30 per month.

Unity Muse is described as an “ever-expanding suite of AI-powered features” made for developers of all skill levels. The platform lets you source usable code by interacting with a chatbot. This bot will also answer any questions you may have about what to do next, as it has complete access to the platform’s resource library. These types of bots are becoming a key tool in the game designer’s arsenal.

There’s also a tool designed specifically to streamline the creation of 2D sprites, which is perfect for all of you budding Metroidvania designers out there. It’ll automatically generate sprites that match predetermined parameters and will give you several variations, allowing you to pick the best match.

Muse offers a similar process to generate textures appropriate for use in both 2D and 3D projects. The sprite and texture tools have been trained entirely on data and images that Unity owns or has licensed. This ensures the platform won’t accidentally run afoul of any copyright law. Unity says Muse results will never contain any “people, logos or recognizable artistic styles.”

The company says that the sprite and texture tools are just the beginning. In the coming months, Muse will boast AI mechanisms for animating characters and for setting NPC behaviors, among other tasks. You won’t need to code to do any of it, which is becoming something of a trend in the industry. Muse subscribers also get access to a rapid-prototyping and collaboration platform called Sketch.

The availability of Muse wasn’t the only announcement at today’s Unity Unite conference. The company also provided more details on Sentis, a forthcoming AI-powered neural engine that goes well beyond sprites and textures, as it can solve complicated coding problems and even create new in-game features from scratch. Sentis is currently in open beta and will launch to the public sometime next year.

The company also announced a set of cloud-connected tools to further assist with collaborations and it offered up some availability details on the long-awaited Unity 6. It’s coming next year.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/unity-launches-a-suite-of-ai-tools-intended-to-simplify-game-creation-100039970.html?src=rss

What is the Qi v2.0 wireless charging and why does it matter?

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What is the Qi v2.0 wireless charging

After being unveiled earlier this year during CES 2023 more details about the new wireless charging standard Qi v2.0 has been made available by the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC). This new standard promises to deliver magnetic attachment, expedited charging, and superior efficiency, all under a unified global standard. But how does it compare to Apple’s MagSafe […]

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How drone swarms navigate using liquid neural networks

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Liquid neural networks offer drone swarms superior navigation capabilities

In the ever-evolving world of technology, the drone industry is undergoing a significant transformation. The advent of intelligent drone swarms, morphing capabilities, and hybrid designs is setting the stage for a new era of advanced drone technologies. These innovations are not only enhancing the adaptability and efficiency of drones but also redefining their potential applications […]

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Audi TT Roadster Final edition unveiled

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Audi TT Roadster Final edition

Audi has unveiled a special edition of its TT in the USA, the Audi TT Roadster Final edition, and the car will be limited to just 50 units. It comes with a range of exclusive features including Goodwood Green pearl effect paint, Audi Magnetic Ride, extended leather, a range of carbon fiber inlays, and 20×9 […]

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