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Why 2025 will be the year of the AI smart glasses

2025 may finally be the year for AI smart glasses, with big names like Meta and Baidu introducing advanced features.
Smart glasses offer easy access to AI tools without distracting others, with features like photo/video capabilities, real-time translation, and health metrics.
Smart glasses are seen as the best way to integrate generative AI into hardware, making them a safer bet compared to other AI devices.
Smart glasses enhance productivity by serving as personal study buddies or office assistants, with features like reminders, contextual information, and task lists.
The combination of augmented reality and AI in smart glasses offers a new market, with potential for custom-built apps and improved user experiences.

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Robotic AI performs successful surgery after watching videos for training

Researchers at Johns Hopkins University and Stanford University have developed a surgical robot capable of performing procedures after watching videos of humans doing the same tasks.
Using imitation learning, the researchers trained the robot's AI brain by feeding it hundreds of videos demonstrating needle manipulation, tissue lifting, and suturing.
The AI model absorbed information about the movement of human hands and tools, allowing it to mimic the techniques using the da Vinci Surgical System.
The researchers believe this development could lead to advancements in medical robotics and safer, more precise surgeries.

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An otherworldly cloud over New Zealand

New Zealand is known for its otherworldly landscapes, making it a popular filming location for movies like The Lord of the Rings.
The country also has a unique cloud formation called the 'Taieri Pet', which is a lenticular cloud that forms over the Rock and Pillar Range in the Strath-Taieri region of Otago.
Lenticular clouds form when wind blows over an obstacle, creating standing waves that become visible when moisture condenses.
The Taieri Pet has been a common feature near the town of Middlemarch and its appearance was sometimes considered a sign of an incoming storm.

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Sync Kubernetes Secrets to AWS Secrets Manager Using external-secrets PushSecret

Managing sensitive information in Kubernetes can be done using the external-secrets operator.
PushSecret, a feature of external-secrets, allows synchronizing Kubernetes Secrets to AWS Secrets Manager.
The process involves installing external-secrets, setting up AWS credentials, configuring SecretStore, and configuring PushSecret.
PushSecret enables sharing and synchronizing sensitive information between Kubernetes and AWS.

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Today's Wordle answer is so hard it nearly cost me my 1,045-game streak – and it's all the NYT's fault

The game Wordle is becoming increasingly difficult over time, according to a writer attempting to maintain one of the longest recorded winning streaks.
The average score of a round has crept up because the game's creator, Josh Wardle, is running out of obvious word options to include.
The writer behind the column says that each game has come to be seen as a challenge to maintain the high score that has been amassed over an extensive period of time.
Thursday's game proved particularly challenging for players, as the correct answer was "UVULA", a word meaning the soft tissue at the back of the throat. It has an average score of 4.9 among all players completing the puzzle, and was rated as one of the hardest Wordle puzzles ever.
Other disputed tough Wordles included "PARER", which earned a 6.3 average score, "MUMMY", with a 5.8 average and "PRIMP", with a 4.5 average.
The game was created by Wardle and his partner, and enjoys widespread popularity as a quick and addictive online tool in which players must guess a word with only five chances.
Overall, the game has an average score of 3.964, calculated across 956 games. Its most common word is "LASER", with an average score of 3.3.
To date, there have been 10 solutions to the game created by the New York Times, which have boosted the game's average score owing to these being particularly tricky solutions, including "SNAFU", "BALSA" and "MOMMY".
Wardle has said the popularity of the game exceeded his expectations, telling The New Yorker this month that, for the pair, designing the game was "just a way to hang out and distract ourselves from our real lives".
The game has come a long way in 1,246 rounds which have lasted since 2022. A Google extension allows users to play the game on Chrome. The most-clicked tweet on Wordle was posted by Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, who tweeted about the game whilst congratulating HCL Technologies.

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AWS Lambda Log Aggregation Using CloudWatch Custom Log Group & Logs Insights!

This article explains how to aggregate logs for multiple Lambda functions in one CloudWatch custom log group.
By creating a custom CloudWatch log group and configuring Lambda functions to publish logs to it, you can centralize log aggregation.
The article provides step-by-step instructions on creating the log group and configuring two sample Lambda functions.
Additionally, it demonstrates the use of Logs Insights to analyze logs from multiple functions in one place.

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How to know which Mac to buy — and when to buy it

The MacBook Pro was updated in October 2024, bringing the M4 chip series to the flagship laptop.
The MacBook Air is the next Mac in line for an update, with a new M4 chip version expected to launch in spring 2025.
In October 2024, Apple gave the Mac mini its most significant overhaul in 14 years and it won't be updated until fall 2025
The iMac's next update is likely to arrive around fall 2025 and there are rumors that Apple is working on a larger iMac.
The latest update to the Mac Studio arrived in June 2023, and its next update should bring M4 Max and M4 Ultra chips.
The next M4 Ultra chip for Mac Pro is expected to arrive in mid-2025, along with a maximum memory capacity of 512GB.
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes the next version of the Studio Display could arrive in 2025 or 2024.
The Pro Display XDR was launched in 2019 and might be updated at the same time as Mac Pro in 2025.
We wouldn’t expect a new MacBook Pro until at least fall 2025, which would fit in with Apple’s rumored plans to update this laptop on a regular, annual basis.
Apple plans to update MacBook Pro in 2026 with a larger refresh that could get an OLED display and a thinner chassis.

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Daisy the AI granny is here to answer calls from scammers and waste their time

O2 has created an AI granny named Daisy to trap scammers in meandering conversations and waste their time.
Daisy is trained on real anonymized scammer data in partnership with scambaiter Jim Browning.
A survey reveals that 71% of Brits would like to get revenge on scammers.
Daisy is available to answer calls from scammers, aiming to keep them on the phone for as long as possible.

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Apple's latest Logic Pro for Mac and iPad update simplifies things and recreates an iconic reverb effect

Apple's Logic Pro for Mac and iPad have received an update with new features.
The update includes the Quantec Room Simulator plug-in, which recreates an iconic reverb effect used by artists like Peter Gabriel.
Other additions include the ability to reorder mixer channels, add personal sounds on the iPad, and improved plugin search functionality.
The update is free for existing users and is available now.

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NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Thursday, November 14 (game #256)

NYT Strands is the latest word game introduced by the New York Times.
Marc McLaren, TechRadar's Global Editor in Chief, provides hints for solving the game #256.
Today's Strands theme is 'Name of the game'.
The puzzle in the game mainly involves unlocking the in-game hints system.
Clues in the game include words like CART, CARD, CARDS, LUMP, LUMPS and LOCK.
No hint is provided for the spangram.
The spangram touches the top side of the board, 3rd column and the bottom side of the board, 5th column.
The Strands answer for today's game (#256) are: PLUM, GREEN, PEACOCK, MUSTARD, ORCHID and SCARLET.
The Strands rating for today's game is 'Moderate' and the score is '2 hints'.
NYT Strands is a fully fledged member of the NYT's games stable and can be played on the NYT Games site on desktop or mobile.

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Quordle today – hints and answers for Thursday, November 14 (game #1025)

Word game lovers can enjoy the challenge of Quordle today - game #1025. If you need some Quordle hints, please read on or scroll down for the answers. This article offers hints and answer for Quordle enthusiasts.
Quordle today has four different vowels and only one of the answers contains a repeated letter. Q, Z, X, or J is present in one of the Quordle answers today.
Quordle today has two answers that begin with the same letter. The answers for Quordle today are EXALT, TASTY, CRONY, and CLOUT.
The author of the article shares a strategy to win Quordle which includes identifying three start-words. Marc McLaren, the author of the post, has over two years of experience playing Quordle.
The answers for Quordle game number 1025 are EXALT, TASTE, CRONY, and CLOUT. There are links shared for word games like NYT Connections, NYT Strands, and today's Wordle answer column.
Marc McLaren has played every single Wordle game and has only lost once, who takes it seriously. The past 20 answers for Quordle are also shared at the end of the article.

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Apple facing near-£3bn UK lawsuit over cloud storage ‘monopoly’

Apple is facing a near-£3bn lawsuit over claims of breaching competition law in the UK.
The legal claim is being brought by Which?, alleging that Apple locked UK consumers into iCloud storage services at inflated prices.
Apple rejects the accusations and plans to vigorously defend itself against the legal claim.
Which? is seeking damages for affected Apple users, with an average payout estimated at £70 per person.

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Microsoft brings AI to the farm and factory floor, partnering with industry giants

Microsoft has developed a new suite of specialist AI models created to target specific challenges in agriculture, manufacturing and the financial services industry
By collaborating with partners like Siemens, Bayer and Rockwell Automation, Microsoft is aiming to bring advanced AI technologies to sectors that have traditionally relied on more traditional methods and tools
This reflects a broader company strategy that seeks to move beyond general purpose AI and into solutions that can offer immediate operational improvements to industries such as agriculture and manufacturing, under increasing pressure to innovate
Microsoft’s Phi family of small language models (SLMs) are playing a critical role in this initiative, designed to carry out specific tasks while consuming less computing power
This may address the limited computing resources available in sectors such as manufacturing, where companies need efficient AI models that can operate effectively on the factory floor
Early adopters of the systems such as Swire Coca-Cola USA have seen great potential for gains in both efficiency and decision-making
The initiative also extends into the automotive and finance sectors, with AI models designed to assist car drivers with a voice assistant and to help financial institutions with regulatory compliance
The new system is set to introduce industry-specific AI models that can be custom-built to address specific business challenges, a strategy not adopted by rivals like AWS and Google Cloud
Microsoft's strategy could accelerate the adoption of AI in sectors like agriculture and manufacturing, facilitating faster AI adoption in sectors that have been slower to embrace new technologies
The availability of these AI models through Azure AI Studio and Microsoft Copilot Studio speaks to Microsoft's broader vision of making AI accessible to businesses in every sector, helping to bring AI out of the lab and into the real world

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Early Black Friday Microsoft Office deals 2024: Save on Microsoft 360

Black Friday deals are the perfect time to score a sweet discount on useful services that will help you all year around.
Microsoft 365 Personal has all the essentials for one person.
Microsoft 365 Family 6-people provides access for six people with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook all included.
Microsoft Office Home 2024 gives permanent access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote for one user.
A one-time purchase, Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 gives you constant and steady access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Microsoft Office Home & Business 2024 is the latest build of Microsoft Office for your business.
It’s important to figure out if you want to purchase a lifetime/one time only deal or if you’re fine paying each year.
Are you just buying for yourself or do you need to support the whole family?
It’s a pretty simple process buying Microsoft Office.
We know all about Microsoft Office with plenty of knowledge backing that view up.

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The best VR headsets for 2024

Virtual reality has become increasingly popular in recent years, making it important to find the best VR headset to enjoy its full potential. Meta, HTC Vive, Sony and Pimax are some of the most popular brands offering VR headsets. The best overall is the Meta Quest 3, while the best budget VR headset is the Meta Quest 3S. The Pimax Crystal Light is the best budget PCVR headset, while the PlayStation VR2 is the best console VR headset. The Vive XR Elite is the best alternative to the Meta Quest 3. The Pimax Crystal is the best PCVR headset, and the Apple Vision Pro is the best ultra-premium VR headset.
The Meta Quest 3 is the most affordable and delivers great clarity with the pancake lenses and crisp resolution. The Meta Quest 3S is the most budget-friendly option that matches the Quest 3 in many ways while keeping an extra $200 in your pocket.
The Pimax Crystal Light provides an impressive experience without emptying your wallet and is a great PCVR option for gamers without sacrificing quality or breaking the bank.
The PlayStation VR2 is the perfect choice for PlayStation 5 owners, adding high-powered gaming with some great new titles. The Vive XR Elite is a nice Meta Quest 3 alternative that has a unique glasses mode and works well for PCVR and standalone gaming.
The Pimax Crystal is the sharpest and clearest consumer VR headset available, only requiring a wired connection to a high-performance PC. Lastly, the Apple Vision Pro is the best ultra-premium VR headset with a fast M2 chip and great display.
Standalone VR headsets like the Meta Quest 3S and Quest 3 make VR more portable and affordable while offering an all-in-one solution. For demanding titles, PCVR headsets like the Pimax Crystal and Crystal Light offer much higher resolution and more dynamic range.
As VR technology is advancing rapidly, there are many exciting new VR headsets in development. Nevertheless, the Meta Quest 3S, Meta Quest 3, and Pimax Crystal Light are excellent choices for holiday gifts or for gamers seeking new systems.

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