Terminator director James Cameron joins Stability AI despite past warnings on artificial intelligence

In a 2023 interview with CTV, Cameron referenced The Terminator when asked about the potential dangers of AI. “I think the weaponization of AI is the biggest danger. “Now, the intersection of generative AI and CGI image creation is the next wave. Stability AI is poised to lead this transformation. Featured on TechSpot

September 25, 2024 · 1 min · 53 words · Andrew Miller

Why Windows 11 Keeps Installing the Same Update (solved)

Is Windows 11 keeps trying to set up the same update? Find out the reasons behind this issue and learn effective solutions to fix it. Microsoft regularly releases Windows updates to enhance the security, stability, and performance of Windows 11 devices. Downloading and installing Windows updates are straightforward processes, only you better restart Windows to apply change. However, sometimes you may noticeWindows update keeps downloading and applying the same patchesthat you already have....

September 25, 2024 · 2 min · 299 words · Crystal Carter

Hacker miraculously gets an Intel 4004 to run Linux, takes about five days to boot

It’s more art piece than computer WTF? !A well-known hacker has done the impossible. He got a stripped-down version of Linux to run on a 4-bit Intel chip from the early 1970s. Sure, it takes nearly five days for the kernel to boot, but hey, mission accomplished. Dmitry Grinberg is reasonably well-known in the hacking community. Hedesignedthe firmware for this year’s uber-cool DefCon 32 attendee badges that featured a Game Boy Advance emulator....

September 24, 2024 · 2 min · 223 words · Kathy Garner

New European Union charging standard threatens to kill the billion-dollar secondhand phone market

The directive could also prompt manufacturers to explore more sustainable materials to reduce e-waste. The impact will be far-reaching, affecting both primary and secondary smartphone markets. CCS Insights estimates that 60 percent of secondhand smartphones will not support USB-C when the directive is implemented. The EU is a major importer of used phones, primarily from the US, Japan, and Singapore. The directive has been under development for years, with discussions about standardizing chargers launching in 2011....

September 24, 2024 · 1 min · 107 words · Jon Jones

Russian missile test ends in explosion, delaying production timeline

The massive crater is clearly visible in the after photos. “By all indications, it was a failed test. “There was a serious incident with the missile and the silo.” Featured on TechSpot

September 24, 2024 · 1 min · 32 words · Melissa Krause

VisualCron

VisualCron is a task scheduler for Windows that works like Cron on Linux/Unix. The main functionality is to execute programs/files at a given time or interval. It has an easy-to-use interface with a lot of features and functionality. It creates statistics like executing time, etc. It is also able to log events and print the task list. Easy to use interface Drag, click and create. The interface is consistent and easy to learn....

September 24, 2024 · 1 min · 124 words · Jason Knight

X is changing the block function, allowing blocked users to see public posts

“High time this happened,” he replied to a post from Nima Owji that revealed the news. Musk has talked about making changes to the block function in the past. He also said X would remove the block option altogether, except for when used with direct messages. Responses to the news has been almost entirely negative. It never said when the change would roll out. Masthead:Alexander Shatov Featured on TechSpot

September 24, 2024 · 1 min · 69 words · Dawn Richard

AMD Ryzen 7 9700X vs. Intel Core i7-14700K

Today, we’re finding out, and as usual there’s a lot to cover. Microsoft Flight Simulator2020 highlights an issue with 23H2 for Ryzen. We don’t see the same level of improvement inSpider-Man Remastered. Testing with Ghost of Tsushima, we see the 9700X was 4% slower than the 14700K on 23H2. TheCyberpunk 2077: Phantom Libertyresults resemble those of Microsoft Flight Simulator. On 23H2, something limits Ryzen’s performance, as the 9700X is 6% slower than the 14700K....

September 23, 2024 · 3 min · 469 words · Caitlyn Alvarez

Intel may be cancelling its Arrow Lake "Refresh" desktop CPUs

Intel is expected to launch new Arrow Lake desktop CPUs in October, alongside compatible Z890 motherboards. Panzerlied did not provide further details, including why Intel might cancel the Arrow Lake Refresh. This means those looking to upgrade from Arrow Lake may not need to purchase a new motherboard. Featured on TechSpot

September 23, 2024 · 1 min · 51 words · Claire Williams

Leaked Nintendo Switch 2 chassis "almost certainly real," analysts say

Several pictures possibly depicting the design of Nintendo’s next handheld recently began circulating on social media. The images suggest that the Switch 2 closely resembles its predecessor, with a few crucial differences. A summary of today’s alleged Switch 2 images ‘leak’. A userpostedthe pictures to Reddit via Chinese social media. Theoretically, anyone could have mocked up a hoax design and 3D printed the shell based on previous leaks. Samsung’s 8nm process is the likely suspect, but 6nm is also possible....

September 23, 2024 · 1 min · 94 words · Andrew Diaz

Modders negate God of War Ragnarök PSN requirement after a brief review bombing

It only launched last Thursday and has already been review-bombed to “Mixed” reviews. Unsurprisingly, most negative reviews were rants and gripes about needing a PSN account to play the single-player title. God of War Ragnarok is an excellent game; most honest Steam reviews indicate as much. However, it lost the DICE GotY to stiff competition from Elden Ring. Sony clearlynotedit in its PC announcement. Several outlets, including TechSpot, alsopublicizedthe requirement....

September 23, 2024 · 2 min · 233 words · Jermaine Kelly

Solved: Windows 10 Stuck on Welcome Screen After login

Windows 10Stuck on Welcome Screencan be frustrating especially when youre unable to access your desktop. Users report, the computer starts fine and goes to the Microsoft login screen with my name and logo. But after put the user password, it cycles and says welcome to Windows. Within 3-5 seconds it goes back to the initial start screen. This problem usually occurs due to corrupted system files, a slow boot process, or conflicting software....

September 23, 2024 · 1 min · 191 words · Charles Green

YouTuber claims another channel used AI to clone his voice without consent

On this occasion, it’s YouTuber Jeff Geerling who’s the victim. Geerling emphasizes that he didn’t have a bad relationship with Elecrow in the past. The end product was then used to narrate the series of tutorial videos. However, none of this can be proven. It seems all the publicity has had an effect. The situation brings to mind that of OpenAI and Scarlett Johansson. The AI firmremovedthe voice after the actress hired legal counsel....

September 23, 2024 · 1 min · 77 words · Tabitha Evans