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Demis Hassabis thinks the world needs an AI watchdog with the power to hit the brakes if frontier models become too dangerous.Writing in a blog post, the Google DeepMind CEO and cofounder said the US should lead the initiative, arguing that the country is the best place to set global standards “given its economic and technical standing.” The organization, which could resemble existing regulators like the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, would be made up of leading independent experts and representatives from open-source communities and would have the authority to evaluate frontier models before they are released and coordinate an industry-wide…
If you found yourself on this page after Googling “How to lose weight”, you’re not alone. I’ve searched for it countless times, along with hunting for any tech, gadgets, apps, or quick fixes that could help. And therein lies the trap. I found it easy – very, easy – to whip up a list of tech that could help me lose weight. Smartwatches, fitness trackers, apps – the list is endless. But as anyone who grew up in a household of dust-laden ab-rollers, crunch machines, and other wacky fitness nonsense peddled to the masses in the 90s can attest to,…
Whether you’re heading off-grid for a weekend hike or pitching up somewhere with a view, being properly kitted out makes all the difference. We’ve rounded up all the best camping accessories to make sure your next trip runs smoothly. From illuminated tent pegs that shine bright all night, to compact campfires that can charge your smartphone, the gear below is guaranteed to upgrade your outdoor adventures. Oh, and check out our guide to the best outdoor speaker, too, as well as packing an Apple Watch Ultra. With summer well underway, there’s never been a better time to get out and…
Introduction For a firm with such small-screen OLED pedigree, Samsung’s 4K TV lineup was lacking for the longest time. That finally changed in 2022; now we’re five years into the QD-OLED renaissance, with the flagship S99H now leading the way. It’s the firm’s brightest OLED yet, backed by a glare-free panel that doesn’t compromise on contrast and a design that takes inspiration from the Frame lifestyle TV. At launch you could get a 55in version for £2400; the 65in set tested here for £3200; a 77in model for £4300, or the 83in for £5900 – although because Samsung doesn’t make…
The macOS 27 Golden Gate public beta is here, and anyone with an M-series Mac now has easier access to test-drive Apple’s latest changes — including a more subdued Liquid Glass aesthetic. That’s reason enough to be at least a little excited for macOS 27 (particularly if you’re on Tahoe and disliking all the transparency). But there are other things that make trying out this beta a little more appealing than usual.There was a rumor earlier this year that this new macOS would focus on performance optimizations, bug fixes, and a bunch of small quality-of-life improvements, rather than being a…
Apple has just released public betas for iOS 27 and other major OS updates that are set to publicly launch this fall. The big new feature this year is Siri AI, the delayed AI-powered revamp to Siri. It actually works — which is big praise! — though it keeps things brief.Other betas available now include iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, and macOS 27 Golden Gate. If you want to test out Apple’s upcoming updates, fair warning that you may run into issues like unexpected glitches or a battery that drains faster than you’re used to. Use your best judgment on whether…
This year’s Google Pixel 11 lineup might come in a bunch of funky colors. A series of now-deleted Amazon listings spotted by 9to5Google show what appear to be placeholders for Google’s upcoming Pixel 11 in hot pink Fuchsia (Hibiscus), vibrant green Moss (Pistachio), and Midnight (Obsidian) black.We’ve seen two sets of names for the Pixel 11’s rumored colorways so far, and, confusingly, both variations are included in the early Amazon listings, according to 9to5Google. The Pixel 11 Pro listings spotted by 9to5Google reportedly showed the device in a dusky green Pine (Olive), a frosty blue Light Fog (Fog), pastel purple…
OnePlus and its parent company, Oppo, plan to announce in the coming days that OnePlus brand will be leaving the US and European markets, according to a machine translation of a WinFuture report.Should the exit actually happen, it will mark a conclusion to months of rumors about the future of OnePlus. Android Headlines said in January that OnePlus was being “dismantled,” though OnePlus, in a statement at the time, said that “OnePlus North America continues to operate, with full guarantee of users’ after-sales support, software updates, and rights commitments.”In March, 9to5Google reported that OnePlus might cease operations in global markets.…
iOS 27 escaped the developer world today with the launch of the first public beta. I’ve been testing the new operating system since early June, looking for quirks and seeing if it can live up to the hype Apple promised in the keynote.This year’s iOS upgrades are what one might call a Snow Leopard update. That means it’s light on new features and instead focused on fixing things that were broken and speeding up processes across the OS. App launches, Photos search results, and AirDrop transfers should all be faster. The Messages app now supports in-line replies and end-to-end encryption…
As the famous saying goes: “smart people back up”. OK, we just made that up, but it should be a famous saying, and it’s very much the right thing to do. So here’s how to back up your iPhone and/or iPad. Our advice is to back up your Apple devices today, and keep doing so – automatically to iCloud and/or regularly to your Mac or PC. Many devices fail every single day, often without warning. Don’t let your data be consigned to oblivion when there’s really no need. This is especially important if you run beta software. The iOS 27…
Microsoft is testing a cleaner version of the Windows 11 search menu that strips it of recommended content and ads. In a blog post on Monday, Microsoft announced that it’s rolling out the decluttered Search Box to Windows Insiders in the Experimental channel as the company looks to regain trust with users and fix Windows.One of the biggest changes is a revamped search homescreen that displays only your recent searches. Currently, when you open the search menu, it shows your recent searches alongside several distracting tiles on the right pane, containing things like the image of the day, daily quizzes,…
Siri has been on the Apple Watch since day one, though I’m usually hard-pressed to find people who actually make good use of it. It’s kind of just… been there — mostly as a way to set timers when my hands are full. But after playing around with the watchOS 27 developer beta, I get the sense that’ll start to change. Not for everyone, and definitely not overnight, but the upgrade from plain ol’ Siri to Siri AI feels like a significant shift in how Apple — and other tech companies — think we ought to be using our smartwatches.To…