Technology News for Sunday 6th October 2024

1. ChatGPT is turning into an unreal cultural chameleon

There have been improvements made over the years, especially in text-to-text translators. But ChatGPT's advanced voice mode was able to seamlessly go back-and-forth between languages with live, human-sounding responses and minimal errors.

2. 2026 McLaren W1

Everything. From the cutting-edge V-8-and-radial flux electric motor hybrid powertrain to the F1-derived active aerodynamics, the W1 is the latest incarnation of McLaren's assault on street-going performance—but we're sure it'll be a hoot on the track too.

3. McLaren's $2.6M W1 Supercar Wouldn't Seem Out of Place in Formula 1

For a car with such an abbreviated name, the McLaren W1 packs a vast amount of engineering tech. It's also more advanced in some key areas than a contemporary Formula One car. That's one hell of a USP. At its heart sits an all-new V8 hybrid powertrain ...

4. The 10 Best Prime Day iPad Deals That Are Already Live

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days (a.k.a. October Prime Day) is a few days away, but you can already find big savings on several popular Apple devices, including iPads. Our shopping editors have been sifting through the best Prime Day iPad deals that are ...