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The race to develop solid-state batteries is driven by their thermal stability and energy density. They still rely on liquid electrolytes working in tandem with solid components, resulting in a hybrid semi-solid approach. The advantage for Stellantis is that Factorial’s cells can potentially be produced on existing fabrication lines. Of course, the real test will come when Stellantis' solid-state Chargers hit the streets. But if everything comes together, Stellantis could gain a serious competitive edge....

Notably, in the G4, the Mali-G715 is clocked slightly higher, at 940 MHz. Featured on TechSpot

The move is part of Apple’s effort to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act antitrust regulations. Apple confirmed this change back in August, and now we’re finally seeing it take shape. For most users, the idea of removing core apps like the App Store might seem puzzling at first. After all, how would you download new apps without it? The update will enable EU users to installalternative app marketplacesas replacements....

Acknowledging this, Microsoft decided to streamline the experience. The new behavior is reserved for “hub” mobile experiences, chiefly OneDrive, Outlook, and Teams. These platforms will now prioritize standalone apps and eliminate any “uncertainty” customers have previously experienced. Previously, the Microsoft 365 app handled file opening. Enterprise organizations with several employees would likely continue to use the Microsoft 365-centric way of doing things. They can enforce this by implementing a specific machine management policy to restrict the installation of individual Office apps....

She uses the addition of a lion and an explosion created by Google Reimagine as an example. Apple doesn’t allow users to add their own content to images. “Do we want to make it easy to remove that water bottle, or that mic? Because that water bottle was there when you took the photo,” Federighi said. The advancing tech behind generative AI is making heavily edited and deepfaked images harder to identify as fakes....

But how much of it is commercially recoverable? But challenges in its extraction and production must first be addressed. The United States currently relies on imports for more than 25 percent of its lithium needs. If commercially recoverable, the lithium reserves in Arkansas could have far-reaching implications. However, extracting lithium from the Smackover Formation will be challenging. The lithium is dissolved in brines associated with deep salt deposits, which complicates extraction processes....

For $10 more, the updated version improves battery life and gains new features for added convenience. Microsoft has introduced a new version of its wireless headset for Xbox consoles and Windows PCs. One of the most important changes is the inclusion of Dolby Atmos out of the box. Microsoft likely refused to pay the Dolby licensing fee for every unit before relenting with the updated model. However, as with the older models, activating DTS Headphone: X still incurs an additional cost....

This has given rise to a lot of businesses shifting online. All forms of social and digital media are being utilized as platforms to showcase a brands offerings and identity. With content in different forms being created and circulated vigorously, video content has emerged as the king. Billions of videos are posted on YouTube alone each day. The feeds of Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc., are also dominated by videos in different formats....

The group says plastic film is thedeadliesttype of plastic for large mammals such as whales and dolphins. It’s also the most prolific key in of plastic litter near coastlines. Amazon still uses tons of plastic annually in other forms of packaging like delivery bags and padded mailers. It says two-thirds of shipments in North America included Amazon-added plastic delivery packaging in December 2023. By December 2024, it aims to reduce this to a third....

Meta calls this “celeb-bait,” a practice that violates its policies. “Of course, celebrities are featured in many legitimate ads. The use of facial recognition tech is always going to bring controversy over the privacy implications. Early tests have shown promising results in the speed and efficiency in detecting scam celeb-bait ads, said Meta. The company had been hit with class-action lawsuits over alleged abuse of the technology inTexasandIllinoisin the US....

Clients can create chatbots to interface with customers or AI “agents” that automate internal tasks. Microsoft Copilot Studio, a toolchain enabling companies to develop custom AI assistants, enters public preview in November. The assistants, which Microsoft calls “agents,” can fulfill various administrative roles normally performed by employees. However, Microsoft stresses that Copilot agents simply automate tedious tasks, freeing employees to focus on higher-level responsibilities. Microsoft also offers pre-built agents for clients to build on....

The streaming giant launched itsgaming initiativein late 2021 with a handful of mobile titles. Game File, who was first to report on the subject, further notes that threesplash hireshave also left. Gamesare included at no extra cost with your Netflix membership. They are ad-free, and have no in-app purchases or other hidden fees. Check the app store on Android or iOS to get started. Featured on TechSpot

Additionally, it could result in the elimination of free handset schemes by carriers altogether. Featured on TechSpot