Technology News for Sunday 10th March 2024

1. Meet Pi, the world's 'friendliest' chatbot powered by the new Inflection-2.5 LLM

In less than a week, two Large Language Models (LLMs) have been launched that are closer to or even better at tasks than OpenAI's GPT-4. After Anthropic's Claude 3 captured the attention of the AI community, Inflection AI launched its latest LLM, ...

2. Mazda moves to more luxury, technology with newest SUV models

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- With a catchy reggae-style theme song, "Zoom Zoom" was Mazda's slogan and ad campaign throughout most of the 2000s and 2010s. Sporty vehicles in a sea of less-sporty offerings. Today, there's still lots of sporty flair in the ...

3. Aerith's Fate in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Is Causing a Rift Among Fans

In the 1997 game, Aerith meets her end at the hands of Sephiroth, who brutally stabs her in front of the game's hero, Cloud Strife, and by extension the players. It was a permadeath ...

4. 11 Best Mario Day Deals on Nintendo Switch Games and Accessories

It's an occasion when Nintendo typically discounts games from the Mario universe, plus consoles and accessories. We've gathered up a list of the best deals below. Most of them will end by March 17, though some might sell out or expire a little earlier.

5. How to take the perfect nap

Ever wake up from a nap feeling extra groggy? Naps can be beneficial for your mental and physical health — but there are a few things you need to know. NPR's Life Kit has tips for the optimal nap. Copyright 2024 NPR.

6. How hot does the 15-inch M3 MacBook Air get?

The new 15-incher peaked 46 degrees Celcius at the keyboard during a stress test. Last year, Max Tech measured the 2023 version at 43 degrees Celcius (albeit on a different benchmark test).