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‘Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth’ Gets A New Trailer
When Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth arrives, you can expect the same and then some.
Apple Adjusts Its Watches to Avoid Import Bans
A significant development has recently unfolded in the Apple Watch saga, following a patent dispute with medical device maker Masimo regarding blood oxygen sensors being used in the Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 models.At the time of writing, various reports indicate that Apple plans to drop the blood oxygen sensors in these two models in order to avoid any import bans. While no official statement has been made by regulators or Apple itself, Masimo has issued a letter that indicates that these changes will likely go into effect and that they are in agreement with them.Initially, Apple responded swiftly by pulling these models from both its physical and online stores just before the ban's enforcement on December 26th, 2023. However, the absence of these models was short-lived. Appl...
There are two great reasons to upgrade to The Last of Us Part II Remastered
/ A new roguelike mode and some very cool behind-the-scenes features turn this into an excellent special edition of the game for the PS5. The upgraded visuals are just a bonus. a]:text-gray-13″>If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. Yeah, I know, it seems way too early for a remaster of The Last of Us Part II. The game originally launched on the PS4 in 2020 and has already received an update for those playing on the PS5. It’s not like Ellie, Joel, and Abby need much of an update for modern audiences. But while the slightly enhanced graphics — which include native 4K support and improved frame rates — are nice, they’re not really the reason to play The Last of Us Part II Remastered. Instead, it’s all of the other stuff that t...
Apple Vision Pro will launch with 3D movies from Disney Plus
/ Apple is promising 3D movies and spatial experiences in streaming apps without naming Netflix. a:hover]:text-black [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-e9 dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray-63 [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-13 dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63″>Disney Plus on Apple Vision Pro.
Here’s OpenAI’s big plan to combat election misinformation
/ If we’re not careful OpenAI’s tools could have an enormous effect on the 2024 election. So new tools are pretty vital to protecting democracy. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray”>Illustration: The Verge Yesterday TikTok presented me with what appeared to be a deepfake of Timothee Chalamet sitting in Leonardo Dicaprio’s lap and yes, I did immediately think “if this stupid video is that good imagine how bad the election misinformation will be.” OpenAI has, by necessity, been thinking about the same thing and today updated its policies to begin to address the issue. The Wall Street Jou...
Apple Watch drops blood oxygen features to dodge the import ban
/ While neither the US Customs and Border Protection or Apple has given official confirmation, a letter from Masimo reveals the feature is going away on some devices.
Microsoft unlocks Copilot AI inside Office apps for all businesses
/ Now all businesses can get access to Copilot for Microsoft 365 for the $30 per user, per month pricing. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray”>Image: Microsoft Microsoft is unlocking the doors for all businesses to get access to its AI-powered Office features. Microsoft’s Copilot for Microsoft 365 launched in November with enterprise customers having to commit to at least 300 users and pick up the phone to get on the list. That was an additional $9,000 cost minimum for businesses, but now Microsoft’s AI-powered assistant is generally available for all businesses large and small with no...
Microsoft’s new Copilot Pro brings AI-powered Office features to the rest of us
/ A new $20 subscription will unlock Microsoft’s AI-powered Copilot inside Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray”>Image: Microsoft Microsoft first launched its AI-powered Office features for businesses in November, but just two months later the company is already offering them to consumers. Copilot Pro is launching today as a $20 monthly subscription that provides access to AI-powered features inside Office apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint alongside priority access to the latest OpenAI models and the ability to build your own Copilot GPT. If you’re alrea...
CES 2024 Showcased 4,000 Exhibitors in Las Vegas and Astrobotic’s Moon Landing Mission Was Derailed in This Week’s Tech Roundup
This week, the tech industry gathered in Las Vegas for CES 2024. From AI-enabled home appliances to cutting-edge gaming hardware, the trade show had a gadget to offer every type of tech enthusiast. Samsung showed off its own VR gaming monitor, which doesn’t require a headset.On the environmental side, scientists reported that 2023 was officially the hottest year in a century and a half. And in space, Astrobotic’s attempt at the first commercial moon landing went awry following a fuel leak in its rocket.Below, Hypebeast has rounded up the top tech stories of the week so you can stay up to date on trends in the industry.CES 2024 Showcased Over 4,000 Exhibitors in Las VegasThe majority of tech product announcements and previews stemmed from the annual Consumer Electronics Show. Taking place i...
These are the certified Wi-Fi 7 devices you can buy now
/ Some notable products have already appeared in the Wi-Fi Alliance’s certification database. a:hover]:text-black [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-e9 dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray-63 [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-13 dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63″>Razer’s newest gaming laptops are certified for Wi-Fi 7.*:last-child>*:last-child]:mb-0″>
Swarovski Optik and Marc Newson Unite for Smart Binoculars
Swarovski Optik and Australian industrial designer Marc Newson have teamed up to create smart binoculars – a great way to celebrate Swarovski Optik's 75th anniversary year.Toted as the world's first of its kind, the new Swarovski Optik AX Visio binoculars are an impressive feat in expanding the activity of world viewing. Taking five years to develop, the new piece features Swarovski's precision 10x32 optic systems (10x magnification and 32mm lens diameter) and 390 hardware parts. A key detail of the binoculars includes its wildlife-focused artificial intelligence system that tells the viewer what they are looking at. Specifically, its in-lens system is available to identify more than 9,000 birds alongside other animals.Another highlight of the binoculars is its built-in camera for photogra...
FedEx is launching a new e-commerce platform as it competes with Amazon
/ The company says its new platform will help businesses offer a “custom post-purchase experience.” a]:text-gray-13″>If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement.
