Intel’s Optane Technology Era Draws to a Close: A $559 Million Decision
August 31, 2023 – In a significant announcement, Intel has unveiled its decision to cease all operations related to its Optane technology by the end of September 2022. This strategic move encompasses the abandonment of their SSD solid-state drives and persistent memory products, resulting in a substantial loss of approximately $559 million. Optane persistent memory,…
Beyond Boundaries: Apple’s Vision Pro Patent Redefining Human-Machine Interaction
November 24, 2023 – Apple Inc. has recently been granted a technological patent related to finger devices, as disclosed by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). This innovation aims to enable human-machine interaction in the virtual world when coupled with the Vision Pro headgear. The patent outlines a method wherein limb tracking data…
iOS 19 Design Leak Reveals: Rounded Glass Aesthetic Overhauls iPhone Interface
March 27, 2025 – In a video released today, tech insider Jon Prosser presented a simulated showcase of Apple’s upcoming iOS 19 interface, emphasizing a design language centered around rounded corners and a glassy aesthetic, while playfully noting that some elements were “fictional jokes.” Prosser clarified that the mockups were based on genuine aspects of…
USB-C Takes Over Europe: Apple Joins the Standard, Simplifying Charging
December 31, 2024 – The European Commission has announced a new regulation effective immediately, mandating that all new mobile devices sold within the European Union must be equipped with a USB-C charging port. This measure aims to standardize charging methods, reduce electronic waste, and enhance consumer convenience. The new rule encompasses a wide range of…
Dyson to Cut Nearly One-Third of UK Workforce, Affecting Around 1,000 Jobs
July 10, 2024 – Dyson, the iconic British technology giant, has unveiled plans to reduce its workforce in the United Kingdom by approximately 1,000 employees, constituting roughly a third of its domestic staff count, as part of a broader restructuring strategy, according to a report by the Financial Times. In a confidential communication on Tuesday,…
Stepping Up the Pace: Futurist Inc. to Double Weekly Deliveries in November
October 30, 2023 – Futurist Inc. has announced its plans to deliver five FF 91 2.0 Futurist Alliance vehicles in November. As part of their ongoing “Delivery Innovation Day” initiative, the company is also set to increase its delivery volume to two vehicles per week starting in the last week of November. In October of…
Report Finds Limited Transparency in Meta’s Llama 2 and OpenAI’s ChatGPT “Open Source” Claims
August 02, 2023 – OpenAI and Meta, among other prominent companies, have recently come under scrutiny for their use of the term “open-source” in relation to their language models. Researchers from the University of Nijmegen in the Netherlands released a thought-provoking study pointing out that some language models labeled as “open-source” are not truly open…
Musk’s Lawyers Declare: No Profit-Oriented Transition, No $97.4 Billion Acquisition of OpenAI
February 14, 2025 – According to a report by Reuters, court documents submitted by lawyers representing Elon Musk on Wednesday revealed that the billionaire would withdraw his $97.4 billion acquisition offer for the non-profit division of OpenAI if the company abandons its plans to transition into a profit-making entity. Musk has been actively opposing OpenAI’s…
Apple Vision Pro Shattered Screen: Repair Process and Costs Detailed
March 01, 2024 – A YouTube channel, Practical Matters, has recently shared a video documenting the entire repair process of an Apple Vision Pro headset that suffered a shattered screen due to accidental dropping. The incident raises concerns among users about the fragility of the device and the subsequent repair procedures. In the video, the…
Tesla Adjusts FSD Pricing: Musk Responds to Criticism
April 22, 2024 – Recent reports have indicated that Tesla has made several adjustments to the pricing of its FSD (Full Self-Driving) software, sparking widespread discussion and raising questions about the pricing strategy adopted by Elon Musk and Tesla. In response to external inquiries, Musk commented on an article discussing Tesla’s frequent price adjustments, stating…