Technology News for Tuesday 9th July 2024

1. 7 Words That Suggest a Text Was Written With AI

Scientists analyzed millions of texts from before and after the ChatGPT era to see which words were hallmarks of AI writing.

2. Logitech's $80 supercapacitor gaming mouse is the most versatile it's ever made

But Logitech mice that work with the Powerplay mousepad are expensive, heavy, or both, and none of them double as a Bluetooth mouse so I can wirelessly pair them to my laptop, handheld, or phone.

3. Microsoft employees in China banned from using Android phones

In response to prior data breaches and as part of its new Secure Future Initiative, Microsoft has advised its staff in China that when authenticating identity and accessing the corporate network or logging onto work machines, Android devices will no longer ...

4. Xiaomi launches Redmi 13 5G, Buds 5C, RVC X10, and more: Prices, features

Featuring a dual glass back design, the smartphone comes with IP53 rating for dust and water resistance and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, paired with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB on- ...

5. Amazon launches Alexa-powered 'Echo Spot' smart alarm clock: Check details

The Amazon Echo Spot will be available in select markets during the Amazon Prime day sale, which kicks off on July 21. The smart alarm clock is anticipated to launch in India soon. Advertisement. Amazon Echo Spot. Harsh Shivam New Delhi.

6. 2024 Best of the Best Video Games

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7. AI PCs: The New Arena for Tech Titans in a Evolving Landscape

Tech giants like Qualcomm Incorporated QCOM and Microsoft Corporation MSFT are reportedly embarking on an ambitious marketing blitz to promote a new breed of computers known as “AI PCs.” These machines promise advanced artificial intelligence (AI) ...

8. PUBG x Automobili Lamborghini

? The sales periods shown below are subject to change. Automobili Lamborghini in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS. Introducing the Lamborghini Urus S and the limited edition Countach LPI 800 ...

9. How Sasha DiGiulian confronts falling and failing can motivate us all

Achieving progress when 90 percent of the time you're failing is a challenging mental exercise. Discover the tools and techniques that help American climbing star Sasha DiGiulian. Written by Thomas Peeters.

10. UToledo Physicists Innovate Solution, Extend Lifespan of Perovskite Solar Cells

Silicon dominates the current commercial solar cell industry, offering an attractive combination of low cost, high efficiency and long lifespan. But metal halide perovskites present a promising alternative, as researchers have repeatedly proven at The ...

11. Amazon's Echo Spot is back with better sound and no camera

Ahead of Prime Day 2024, Amazon has launched an updated version of its Alexa-connected smart speaker / alarm clock, the Echo Spot. Similar to the one that launched in 2017, it's designed to sit on your nightstand and offer control via a small ...

12. The Spread of DMA-Like Competition Policies around the World

The act requires large digital service providers, defined as “gatekeepers,” to abide by ex-ante competition rules that preempt anticompetitive behavior. The increase in copycat legislation using the DMA as a template will inevitably ...

13. Vampire Survivors is coming to Apple Arcade

Vampire Survivors, the hit bullet hell survival game where you take on hordes of pixelated monsters, is coming to Apple Arcade on August 1st, Apple announced on Tuesday. The game is already available for free on iOS, but this new version (technically ...

14. Samsung's Mysterious Galaxy Unpacked Deal Ends Tomorrow

On the promotional website, Samsung mentions that buyers can also save $1500 when one of the new gadgets is pre-ordered after they're announced. The website reads like you must to sign up for the reservation gift to get this extra $1500 off, but I don't ...

15. Three new games, including Temple Run: Legends and Vampire Survivors , come to Apple Arcade in August

And on August 29, players with Apple Vision Pro can tear down fantastical castles with every swish and flick of their fingers, and in any physical space they desire, in the spatial version of the highly rated physics-based puzzle game Castle Crumble.

16. Phishing scam targeting iCloud users through text messages

TAMPA, Fla. - If you have an iPhone, then you know your iCloud login information is important. It holds the keys to email passwords, bank info and pictures. However, scammers have figured out a way to con people into handing it over for free.

17. Microsoft Releases July 2024 Security Updates

Microsoft released security updates to address vulnerabilities in multiple products. A cyber threat actor could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. CISA encourages users and administrators to review the ...

18. Europe's new Ariane 6 rocket launches on long-awaited debut mission (video)

That wasn't an acceptable situation for European space officials, who don't want to be dependent on SpaceX's workhorse Falcon 9 and other foreign rockets to loft their big payloads. So they've been eagerly awaiting today's launch.

19. Google's dark web monitoring service will soon be free for all users

Since last year, Google has monitored dark web leaks of stolen account information for Google One subscribers, such as phone numbers and physical addresses. But, starting later this month, Google's dark web reports will be available to anyone with a ...

20. Nomad's new power adapter doubles as an Apple Watch charger — and we tried it

Nomad is launching the 65W AC Power Adapter Apple Watch Edition today on its website. It's only available in one color (classic Nomad gray, for anyone wondering), and it's priced at $100. Nomad doesn't seem to be making this a limited edition, so you ...

21. Early Prime Day deals take up to 33% off Apple's latest AirPods Pro, Max and more

The latest AirPods are currently matching the lowest price we've seen on these buds. These are a great option if you're looking for a pair of wireless earbuds to integrate into your Apple ecosystem.

22. The Rise Of AI PCs: A New Era For Computer Sales

I have watched an intriguing alliance between Qualcomm and Microsoft develop since it started in 2016. Qualcomm had developed more powerful Snapdragon chips and began working with Microsoft to make its Windows run on an ARM processor.