OpenAI Enhances ChatGPT with Eight New Voices, Including Realistic Animal Sounds
September 03, 2024 – According to a blog post published by testingcatalog on September 2nd, OpenAI is set to expand its ChatGPT application by adding new voices through reverse engineering. The upcoming update promises to deliver more natural and expressive voice readings. Evidence suggests that OpenAI intends to introduce eight fresh voices, each identified by…
Qualcomm to Lay Off 226 Employees in San Diego This November
September 21, 2024 – According to the San Diego Union-Tribune, Qualcomm is set to lay off 226 employees in San Diego later this year. The layoffs, effective during the week of November 12th (November 11th to 17th), were announced under the California WARN (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification) Act. The job cuts will impact staff…
Indonesia Offers Incentives to Attract Tesla Investment
Indonesia is Luring Tesla to Invest As a leading player in the electric vehicle industry, Tesla is reportedly planning to build more factories globally. Indonesia is one of the countries that are attracting Tesla’s investment with a series of incentives, including tax breaks and nickel mining. Abundant Nickel Resources Indonesia is a country rich in…
Nothing Phone 2a: A Sneak Peek at the Upcoming Dual-Camera Beast
February 05, 2024 – Rumors are swirling about Nothing’s upcoming smartphone, tentatively dubbed the Nothing Phone 2a, with model number AIN142. Leaked images and default wallpapers have already given tech enthusiasts a sneak peek at the device, and now, spy photos have emerged, offering further confirmation of its rear-facing centered dual-camera design. According to the…
Nikon Z 6III: A New Era in Mirrorless Photography Set for Early 2024 Release
December 13, 2023 – In the ever-evolving world of photography, Nikon continues to push the boundaries with its innovative camera designs. The anticipation for Nikon’s new Z 6III model, a successor to the well-received Z 6 and Z 6II, is building up. Initially expected by many to debut this year, recent reports suggest a slight…
Apple Boosts Battery Life in iPhone 15 Series, Addresses User Concerns
February 21, 2024 – Apple has recently addressed concerns regarding battery life in its latest iPhone models, releasing new data that reveals improved longevity compared to previous generations. According to updated support documents, the batteries in the iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max are designed to retain 80% of their original…
Sony PlayStation CEO Affirms: Game Consoles Stay Central, PC and Mobile Expansion On the Way”
September 18, 2024 – In a recent interview published by Nikkei on September 11th, Sony PlayStation’s Co-CEO Hideaki Nishino emphasized that despite the company’s efforts to expand its audience on PC and mobile devices, game consoles will remain the core of its business in the future. Addressing the value of game consoles, Nishino stated, “Mobile…
Apple Watch Turns 10: Code Reveals Plans for a Major Celebration
November 06, 2024 – MacRumors reported yesterday that Apple is planning a celebration for the “10th anniversary” of the Apple Watch, potentially teasing the launch of a new product. Hints from the iOS 18.2 beta suggest that Apple might be gearing up for commemorative activities, possibly introducing a fresh activity challenge linked to the milestone….
Tencent and TME Invest in GMM Music, Eyeing Southeast Asian Market Expansion
June 04, 2024 – According to Reuters, Thai entertainment company GMM Music announced on Monday that Tencent and Tencent Music Entertainment (TME) will acquire a 10% stake in the company for $70 million. The acquisition, which values GMM Music at $700 million, will be made through a combination of cash and a minority equity stake…
Ford Reports Q4 Revenue Above Expectations, Up 17% YoY
Ford announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2022 on Thursday, revealing revenue of $44 billion, a 17% increase from the previous year. This figure was higher than the expected $39.8 billion by the market. Despite this positive news, the company’s net profit was $1.3 billion in the fourth quarter, lower than the…