Simply Tech

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Monday Apr 22, 2024

Ecosia launches a cross-platform browser with an affiliate link program to support tree planting. TikTok expands its secondhand luxury fashion offering to the UK, posing competition to established players. Plus, Home Assistant partners with the Open Home Foundation to provide a privacy-focused alternative in the smart home industry. Also, Kia's affordable EV2 aims to undercut Tesla in the electric vehicle market.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/22/ecosia-launches-a-cross-platform-browser-starts-an-affiliate-link-program/https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/21/tiktok-shop-expands-its-secondhand-luxury-fashion-offering-to-the-uk/https://www.theverge.com/24135207/home-assistant-announces-open-home-foundationhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/19/24135116/kia-ev2-ev-affordable-cheap-electric-tesla-model-2Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Ecosia launches a cross-platform browser, starts an affiliate link program(00:03:37) TikTok Shop expands its secondhand luxury fashion offering to the UK(00:07:29) The little smart home platform that could(00:10:38) Kia’s more affordable EV2 is getting ready to undercut Tesla

Sunday Apr 21, 2024

Tesla reveals a riveting fix for accelerator pedal issues in their Cybertrucks. Plus, Coachella weekend two is in full swing with exciting highlights. Also, Google's HD Chromecast is now available for just $20. And, Kia's more affordable EV2 could undercut Tesla in the electric vehicle market.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/19/24135000/cybertruck-owner-reveals-teslas-very-riveting-fix-for-pedal-problemshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/20/24135980/coachella-weekend-two-continueshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/19/24134035/google-chromecast-hd-dreamebot-l20-ultra-robot-vacuum-deal-salehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/19/24135116/kia-ev2-ev-affordable-cheap-electric-tesla-model-2Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Cybertruck owner reveals Tesla’s very riveting fix for pedal problems.(00:03:03) Coachella weekend two continues.(00:05:58) Google’s HD Chromecast is going for just $20(00:09:08) Kia’s more affordable EV2 is getting ready to undercut Tesla

Saturday Apr 20, 2024

Exciting news in the world of electric vehicles as Kia's affordable EV2 prepares to undercut Tesla. A lawsuit reveals trade secrets in the competitive radio technology market. Google's HD Chromecast offers a budget-friendly streaming option. Tesla issues a recall for all Cybertrucks due to a faulty accelerator pedal. Stay informed on the latest developments in the EV industry, tech lawsuits, streaming devices, and automotive safety.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/19/24135116/kia-ev2-ev-affordable-cheap-electric-tesla-model-2https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/19/cesiumastro-claims-former-exec-spilled-trade-secrets-to-upstart-competitor-anysignal/https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/19/24134035/google-chromecast-hd-dreamebot-l20-ultra-robot-vacuum-deal-salehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/19/24134753/tesla-recall-cybertruck-faulty-accelerator-pedal-nhtsa-defectOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Kia’s more affordable EV2 is getting ready to undercut Tesla(00:02:40) CesiumAstro claims former exec spilled trade secrets to upstart competitor AnySignal(00:05:15) Google’s HD Chromecast is going for just $20(00:07:59) Tesla recalls all 3,878 Cybertrucks over faulty accelerator pedal

Friday Apr 19, 2024

Razer introduces the Kishi Ultra gaming controller with haptic feedback for USB-C phones, PCs, and tablets. Apple's iPhone recycling program faces allegations of theft and waste. Plus, Hugging Face releases a benchmark for testing generative AI in healthcare, and Apple makes progress in cleaning up its supply chain.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/18/24134417/razer-kishi-ultra-gaming-controller-iphone-ipad-android-tablet-hapticshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/18/24134314/apples-iphone-recycling-program-is-riddled-with-theft-and-wastehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/04/18/hugging-face-releases-a-benchmark-for-testing-generative-ai-on-health-tasks/https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/18/24133897/apple-supply-chain-climate-emissions-environmental-progress-reportOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Razer’s Kishi Ultra gaming controller brings haptics to your USB-C phone, PC, or tablet(00:03:55) Apple’s iPhone recycling program is riddled with theft and waste.(00:06:48) Hugging Face releases a benchmark for testing generative AI on health tasks(00:10:01) Apple is making progress cleaning up its dirty supply chain

Thursday Apr 18, 2024

Orbex secures funding to accelerate the development of its Prime microlauncher. VerSe Innovation acquires newsstand app Magzter. Plus, Google fires employees after sit-in protest, and Twitch introduces a TikTok-style feed for a more immersive experience.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/18/orbexs-new-funding-may-accelerate-its-prime-microlauncher-into-orbit/https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/17/dailyhunt-parent-acquires-newsstand-app-magzter/https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/17/24133700/google-fires-28-employees-protest-israel-cloud-contracthttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/17/24133457/twitch-tiktok-style-feed-rolloutOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Orbex's new funding may accelerate its Prime microlauncher into orbit(00:03:27) Dailyhunt-parent acquires newsstand app Magzter(00:06:24) Google fires 28 employees after sit-in protest over Israel cloud contract(00:09:20) Twitch is bringing its TikTok-style feed to everyone this month

Wednesday Apr 17, 2024

Logitech revolutionizes AI chatbot interactions with the Logi AI Prompt Builder. India addresses the dominance of PhonePe and Google Pay in mobile payments. Intel and industry leaders commit to building open generative AI tools. Flatpay secures $47M funding for simple payment solutions for smaller merchants.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/17/24132468/logitech-ai-prompt-builder-buttonhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/04/16/india-scrambles-to-curb-phonepe-and-google-dominance-in-mobile-payments/https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/16/intel-and-others-commit-to-building-open-generative-ai-tools-for-the-enterprise/https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/16/flatpay-rings-up-47m-to-target-smaller-merchants-with-simple-payment-solutions/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Logitech wants you to press its new AI button(00:02:37) India scrambles to curb PhonePe and Google's dominance in mobile payments(00:05:25) Intel and others commit to building open generative AI tools for the enterprise(00:08:58) Flatpay rings up $47M to target smaller merchants with simple payment solutions

Tuesday Apr 16, 2024

Threads is testing a new 'Recent' filter for search results, while the UK government mulls potential AI regulation. Adobe Premiere Pro is getting generative AI video tools, and Meta is pushing VR headsets in education. Stay updated on the latest developments in social media, AI regulation, video editing, and VR in education.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/15/threads-is-finally-testing-a-recent-filter-for-search-results/https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/15/24131392/uk-ai-regulation-draft-safetyhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/15/24130804/adobe-premiere-pro-firefly-video-generative-ai-openai-sorahttps://techcrunch.com/2024/04/15/meta-quest-educational-product-for-schools-students/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Threads is finally testing a recent filter for search results(00:02:32) UK mulling potential AI regulation(00:05:25) Adobe Premiere Pro is getting generative AI video tools — and hopefully OpenAI’s Sora(00:09:11) Meta thinks it's a good idea for students to wear Quest headsets in class

Monday Apr 15, 2024

Google's upcoming Pixel 9 rumored to have an emergency SOS feature similar to Apple's. Blackmagic Design releases DaVinci Resolve editing panel for iPads. Plus, ShareChat's valuation drops below $2 billion in new funding, and the controversy surrounding Apple-approved emulators for the iPhone.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/14/24130379/google-pixel-9-emergency-satellite-sos-modem-apple-iphonehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/14/24130227/blackmagic-design-davinci-resolve-micro-color-panel-ipad-prohttps://techcrunch.com/2024/04/14/sharechats-valuation-drops-below-2-billion-in-new-funding/https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/14/24129981/game-boy-emulator-igba-iphone-ios-app-store-gba4ios-testut-knock-offOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Google’s Pixel 9 may get an Apple-like satellite SOS feature(00:02:57) Blackmagic Design releases a DaVinci Resolve editing panel for iPads(00:05:36) ShareChat's valuation drops below $2 billion in new funding(00:08:57) The first Apple-approved emulators for the iPhone have arrived

Sunday Apr 14, 2024

Google goes all in on generative AI at Google Cloud Next. Microsoft starts testing ads in the Windows 11 Start menu. Spotify's lossless audio could finally arrive as part of 'Music Pro' add-on. Smart string light showdown: Nanoleaf versus Lifx. Stay updated on the latest tech news with 'Simply Tech'!Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/13/google-goes-all-in-on-generative-ai-at-google-cloud-next/https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/12/24128640/microsoft-windows-11-start-menu-ads-app-recommendationshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/12/24128584/spotify-music-pro-lossless-audiohttps://www.theverge.com/24128446/lifx-outdoor-string-lights-versus-nanoleaf-matter-multicolor-outdoor-string-lights-reviewOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Google goes all in on generative AI at Google Cloud Next(00:02:53) Microsoft starts testing ads in the Windows 11 Start menu(00:05:03) Spotify’s lossless audio could finally arrive as part of “Music Pro” add-on(00:07:47) Smart string light showdown: Nanoleaf versus Lifx

Saturday Apr 13, 2024

API startup Noname Security is close to selling itself to Akamai for $500 million. DocPro.com introduces DocLegal.ai, revolutionizing legal document generation. Plus, Samsung brings Galaxy AI features to older devices, and Microsoft tests ads in the Windows 11 Start menu.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/12/akamai-acquisition-talks-noname-security/https://techcrunch.com/sponsor/docpro/revolutionizing-legal-document-generation-docpro-com-unveils-doclegal-ai/https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/12/24128914/samsung-galaxy-ai-features-s21-s22-series-phones-updatehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/12/24128640/microsoft-windows-11-start-menu-ads-app-recommendationsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) API startup Noname Security nears $500M deal to sell itself to Akamai(00:03:08) Revolutionizing legal document generation: DocPro.com unveils DocLegal.ai(00:06:47) Galaxy AI features are coming to last-gen Samsung phones — including the S21 series(00:10:04) Microsoft starts testing ads in the Windows 11 Start menu

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