Technology News for Monday 8th April 2024

1. Apple MacBook Air M3 review: the laptop to beat

The M3 chip is about 18% faster than the M2 and considerably faster than Intel-based Macs or PC laptops from a few years ago. Note that the base model has only 8GB of memory.

2. Today's Google Doodle combines art and science to get in on the total solar eclipse frenzy

For the solar eclipse that happened in August 2017, Google created an animated doodle that shows two space aliens playing volleyball with the moon. Rotating in circles through the air, the moon partially covers the sun. Google's logo is covered in stars ...

3. AI is coming for Google's search

Israel moves some of its troops from southern Gaza to prepare for an operation in the city of Rafah, Google is considering charging for AI-powered search, and European defence companies are worried about their reliance on China for a ...

4. Google Marks Total Solar Eclipse With Animation: Here's How It Works

In the animation, Google users who search about the total solar eclipse can see a graphic overlay depicting the phenomena. ... Total Solar Eclipse: A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun,. New Delhi:.

5. Simple tips to safely photograph the eclipse with your cellphone

If you plan to check out Monday's total solar eclipse and the only camera you own is one that doubles as a phone, with a little preparation (and precaution) you might still be able to get some relatively good shots. The eclipse gives astronomy clubs an ...

6. How To Stop The Solar Eclipse From Damaging Your Phone Or Camera

Protective filters are therefore especially important to protect eyes, phones and cameras when using magnifying lenses, and Ralph Chou, an eclipse safety expert and professor emeritus at the University of Waterloo in Canada, stressed they must be worn or ...

7. Publishers fear Google's 'top-level seller' status within Privacy Sandbox proposals

Publishers' concerns regarding Privacy Sandbox are well documented; they are apprehensive that the new system could significantly reduce the effectiveness of targeted advertising in Google Chrome. This, in turn, could lead to a substantial dip in ad ...

8. IPhone SE 4 Rumors: What May Be Next for Apple's Budget Phone

The 2022 iPhone SE was an incredible value. Kevin Heinz/CNET. Apple's mainline phones, like the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro, usually ...

9. Experts warn not to look at solar eclipse with your phone camera — but share tricks for safely taking pictures

Cellphone cameras should not be pointed directly at the sun, as it may damage the phone's sensor, experts say. Smartphones were never designed for taking photos of the sun or the moon, according to NASA ...

10. Scoop: VR, immersive art hub to replace Charlotte Pipe warehouse in Uptown

"Space Explorers: The Infinite," a virtual reality experience set at the International Space Station, will kick off Blume Studios' programming in the former Charlotte Pipe and Foundry warehouse this September 20 to November 10.

11. Nothing's next set of earbuds might include a Playdate-inspired glow-up

Consumer tech startup Nothing, which is expected to launch its newest earbuds later this month, will also debut a new color variant that evokes a certain yellow handheld, according to leaked renders shared by Android Headlines.

12. Fresh Off Epic Games Deal, Disney Bolsters Video Game Executive Ranks

Disney's top gaming executive, Sean Shoptaw, has been promoted to executive VP of the division. Related Video. And the division is announcing two big new hires: Ray Gresko ...

13. Don't Miss Out on the Perfect Solar Eclipse Photo: Tips on Taking Pictures Today

You'll want to protect your camera and its lenses, too, if you're among the throngs who'll be aiming a smartphone or DSLR at the sun in hopes of capturing that perfect image to share on social media of the last total solar eclipse in the US for the next 20 ...

14. Photos of the solar eclipse in Portland

Oregonian photographer Mark Graves captured photos of the eclipse in Southeast Portland. Graves shot the images on a Sony A9ii camera with a Canon 400 mm 2.8 lens.

15. Google's New Update Brings Unique iPhone Feature To Android Phones

Apple's ingenious Find My feature has been around for several years, helping users find mislaid iPhones, iPads and AirTags, for instance. Today, Google has announced its own version: Find My Device. Here's what's coming.

16. Sony Music bought the podcast company Neon Hum Media.

Sony Music's global podcast division has acquired Neon Hum Media, Deadline is reporting. As a part of the acquisition, Neon Hum's founder Jonathan Hirsch will be taking over as vice-president of global podcasts and head of US creative at Sony Music.

17. See NASA's Initial Moon Buggy Concepts, Expected on the Moon by 2030

Three private U.S. companies—Intuitive Machines, Lunar Outpost and Venturi Astrolab—have been selected by NASA to advance preliminary concepts for the Artemis mission's next lunar terrain vehicle (LTV). They will have the next ...

18. Sony Music's Global Podcast Division Acquires Neon Hum Media

Jonathan Hirsch to Lead US Creative Business. New York and Los Angeles – April 8, 2024 – Sony Music's Global Podcast Division today announced the acquisition of podcast production company Neon Hum, streamlining the company's U.S. creative division and ...

19. How to watch the solar eclipse in Fortnite, Minecraft

National Esports Association and NASA have teamed up to bring a virtual experience of the eclipse. A handful of Minecraft and Fortnite streamers and their livestream will appear alongside live eclipse footage brought to you by ...