The big picture: AI has been a topic of interest within the tech industry for several years, but the general population didn't get its first real taste of the technology until deep learning models like DALL-E, Stable Diffusion and Midjourney launched with the ability to generate strikingly lifelike images from text inputs. However, people truly grasped the power of AI last November when OpenAI launched ChatGPT to the public. While Google has been late to the AI game, many believe that Bard could be the only real competitor to ChatGPT in the near future. Google has opened public access to its conversational AI chatbot, Bard . The move comes a month and a half after the company unveiled the service and rolled it out to a handful of beta testers. With this week's wider rollout, users in the US and the UK will now be able to join a waitlist to check out its features and assess its abilities. Google said Bard can not only be used to boost productivity, but should also help users … [Read more...] about Google’s ChatGPT rival ‘Bard’ is now in early access
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Nvidia zet in op ChatGPT en dat is geen goed nieuws voor gamers
Nvidia zet volledig in op ChatGPT. Tijdens de GTC 2023-toespraak van het bedrijf op dinsdag 21 maart, benadrukte Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang de toenemende focus van het bedrijf op AI. Nvidia hoopt AI naar vrijwel elke industrie te brengen. "De warpaandrijving is versnelde rekenkracht, en de energiebron is AI," zei Huang tijdens zijn toespraak (opens in new tab) . “De indrukwekkende mogelijkheden van generatieve AI hebben voor een druk gezorgd bij bedrijven om hun producten en business modellen aan te passen." De toespraak duurde 78 minuten en was heel erg bedrijfsgericht. Bijna het hele evenement was gefocust op 'cloud computing' en servertechnologie, zoals de nieuwe Grace CPU van server-kwaliteit. Er werd echter ook gepraat over producten die meer gericht zijn op e consument, waaronder ChatGPT , het viral 'large language model' (LLM) dat iedereen inmiddels gebruikt voor het schrijven van scripts, voor huiswerk en zelfs om examens te halen. ChatGPT is erg … [Read more...] about Nvidia zet in op ChatGPT en dat is geen goed nieuws voor gamers
How to enable Enhanced Safe browsing for Google Account
Google offers users the option to improve the security of their account by enabling a feature called ‘ Enhanced Safe Browsing ’. The feature is designed to help protect users' accounts from various online threats such as phishing and malware attacks. It adds an extra layer of security to the browsing experience by checking every website you visit against a list of known dangerous sites and alerts if it detects anything suspicious. In this article, we'll walk you through the steps to enable Enhanced Safe Browsing for your Google account . Also, it is important to understand that Google uses some browsing data for this feature to work. According to the official support page, Enhanced Safe Browsing for your account checks for risky: URLs Downloads Browser extensions System information Small sample of pages What happens when the Enhanced Safe Browsing is turned on Provide real-time security scanning to warn you about or block … [Read more...] about How to enable Enhanced Safe browsing for Google Account
rog: Asus 2023 ROG Strix Scar series and Zephyrus M16 to arrive in India: Pre-order offers and more
Asus India recently refreshed its Republic of Gamers ( ROG ) lineup with new laptops. These laptops were first unveiled by the brand at CES 2023 which was held in January. Asus is now set to introduce the laptops to the Indian market. The company has announced the commencement of pre-order registrations for its upcoming ROG 2023 laptop series in India. The latest ROG refreshed Strix Scar laptop lineup includes -- the ROG Strix Scar 16/17/18, Zephyrus M16 and Zephyrus Duo 16. Asus 2023 ROG series: Pre-order offers The latest ROG laptops will be available for pre-order starting March 22 till March 27 via Asus exclusive stores, Flipkart, Amazon and Asus’ e-shop. Customers who register to pre-order the ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and ROG Strix Scar 16/17/18, will also get hands-on ROG accessories, including the Gladius Il mouse, ROG Scope keyboard and the ROG Strix go core headphones. The company is also offering a 1+2 warranty and a 3-year LADP on the … [Read more...] about rog: Asus 2023 ROG Strix Scar series and Zephyrus M16 to arrive in India: Pre-order offers and more
Microsoft to make it easier for users to switch default apps on Windows 11
Microsoft 's management of app defaults in Windows 11 has received consistent criticism. Compared to Windows 10, the newer operating system complicates the process for users who wish to use third-party applications instead of Microsoft's default offerings. However, that may change soon as Microsoft plans to ease things for those who want to change the default apps on Windows 11. Microsoft, in a blog post, said it is “reaffirming our long-standing approach to put people in control of their Windows PC experience,” announcing the new feature for Windows 11 users that will let them easily control changes to their app defaults. How the new Windows 11 feature will work In Windows 11, if a user prefers not to use Edge as their default browser, they must navigate to the Settings menu and change the default app based on file and link types, which takes up quite some time. But now, Microsoft is introducing a new Settings deep link URI scheme for developers, … [Read more...] about Microsoft to make it easier for users to switch default apps on Windows 11
YouTube Music will now auto-download recently played songs on Android
YouTube Music has got a new feature that will enable users to automatically download recently played songs they played. The feature, which is available on Android , is enabled by default. The feature was spotted by 9to5Google, and a few TOI-Gadgets now team members are able to see it under Settings > Downloads and storage menu. The feature is available for those with a Premium subscription. As per the description of the feature, it will automatically download up to 200 recently played songs. However, it is to be noted that there is no separate playlist for Recently played songs in the Library tab. “They presumably appear when you use the ‘Downloads’ app shortcut by long-pressing the home screen icon,” the report said. We checked this by accessing the ‘Downloads’ shortcut menu and we found new songs in the playlist that we never listened to. This feature was mentioned in YouTube Music’s February 2023 New Features Highlights. It was introduced in mid-January … [Read more...] about YouTube Music will now auto-download recently played songs on Android
Motorola smartphones that received a price cut recently
Lenovo-owned Motorola recently slashed the price of some of its mid-range smartphones in India. If you have been planning to purchase a decent Android smartphone, then this is the right time to do so. Here's a list of 5 smartphones from the Chinese manufacturer that have become cheaper: Moto Edge 30 : Price starts at Rs 24,999 Launched last year, the Moto Edge 30 comes in 6GB+128GB and 8GB+128GB priced at Rs 27,999 and Rs 29,999 respectively. After the price drop, the customers can purchase the 6GB version at Rs 24,999 and the 8GB variant at Rs 26,999. The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 778+ chipset and sports a 6.5-inch full HD+ display. The smartphone runs Android 12 and is backed by a 4020mAh battery with 33W Turbo fast charging. Moto G72 : Priced at Rs 15,999 Launched in October last year, this 108MP camera smartphone from Motorola received a price drop in India recently. Launched at Rs 18,999, it received a price cut of Rs 3,000 … [Read more...] about Motorola smartphones that received a price cut recently
HP Pavilion Aero 13 with Ryzen 7000 series launched in India
HP has announced the launch of the newest addition to its Pavilion series – the Pavilion Aero 13 . It is the lightest laptop in the Pavillion series, features a 13 inches display, AMD Ryzen 7000 series CPU, and more. Here’s everything you need to know about HP's new Pavilion Aero 13 laptop. HP Pavilion Aero 13 : Price, availability in India The HP Pavilion Aero 13 with AMD Ryzen 5 processor starts at Rs 72,999, while the models with Ryzen 7 processor and 1TB SSD come at a starting price of Rs 82,999. HP Pavilion Aero 13: Specifications, price, and more HP Pavilion Aero 13 features a 13.3-inch display with 2.5k resolution, 400 nits of brightness, and a 16:10 aspect ratio. The display offers a wider colour palette with 100 percent sRGB colour gamut coverage. The laptop weighs in at 970 grams, being one of the lightest laptops in the Pavilion lineup. It is made of post-consumer recycled and ocean-bound plastics. The Pavilion Aero 13 … [Read more...] about HP Pavilion Aero 13 with Ryzen 7000 series launched in India
WhatsApp Groups get these two new features: All the details
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced a bundle of new updates for groups designed to give group admins more control and make group navigation easier for all users. The announcement was made on Zuckerberg's Instagram Broadcast Channel . One of the main changes is a new tool that gives group admin s more control over who can join a group. When an admin shares a group's invite link or makes the group joinable in a community, they will now have the ability to decide who can and cannot join. The feature is designed to give group admins more control over their group's privacy and ensure that only trusted individuals can join, says Meta. Another new feature is the ability to see which groups you have in common with someone easily. This should come in handy in larger groups and communities , where it can be difficult to remember which groups you are a part of. Users can now search for a contact's name to see their groups in common, making it easier to navigate … [Read more...] about WhatsApp Groups get these two new features: All the details
amazon: Amazon Pay partners with NPCI Bharat BillPay to strengthen its Loan Repayment category
Amazon Pay is planning to strengthen its Loan Repayment category. As part of its effort to enhance customer experience and safety, Amazon Pay has collaborated with Bharat BillPay. The company claims that the Loan Repayment category is one of the top categories in terms of bill payment amongst other options such as Electricity and Municipal Tax. What the Loan Repayment category This category facilitates a loan repayment option for customers who avail their loans through banks, microfinance institutions, and NBFCs and need a convenient payment option to pay their EMIs on time. Furthermore, customers can contribute to the prepayment of their loans, over and above the EMI deductions. The category is enrolled with more than 200+ lenders, including Bajaj Finance Ltd, Cholamandalam Investment & Finance Company Ltd, HDB Financial Services Ltd , Home Credit, and IIFL Finance amongst others. To access this, customers can visit the Amazon Pay section and … [Read more...] about amazon: Amazon Pay partners with NPCI Bharat BillPay to strengthen its Loan Repayment category