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I compared GPT-4.5 to Gemini 2.0 Flash and the results surprised me

GPT-4.5 and Gemini 2.0 Flash were compared to assess their performance.
GPT-4.5 showed better emotional understanding and fewer hallucinations.
Gemini 2.0 Flash excelled in handling text, images, audio, and video inputs.
While the AI chatbots had some differences, overall, there was not a significant distinction.

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Figma in Talks With Bankers to Explore an I.P.O. This Year

Figma, a cloud-based design platform, is exploring the possibility of an IPO this year.
Figma's CEO, Dylan Field, stated that regulatory scrutiny makes another sale unlikely.
Tech companies are increasingly considering going public, including CoreWeave, Discord, and StubHub.
Figma has expanded its product offerings and attracted a global user base, with more than half of its revenue coming from international customers.

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HOW TO USE AN AZURE CUSTOM TEMPLATE TO DEPLOY A VIRTUAL MACHINE.

Deploying a custom template in Azure refers to the process of using an Azure Resource Manager (ARM) template to provision and configure resources in your Azure environment programmatically.
Deploying a custom template in Azure means using a JSON file to define and automate the creation of resources like storage accounts or virtual machines.
There are different ways or options of creating a virtual machine in Azure, including Azure portal, Azure PowerShell, Azure Mobile app, Command Line Interface (CLI), Azure REST API, Azure Cloud Shell, and Azure Resource Manager Templates.
This article explains how to use an Azure custom template to deploy a virtual machine.

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Migrate Aurora v1: Strategies Explained

Aurora Serverless v1 is reaching its end-of-life and migration to v2 is required.
AWS has announced the end-of-life date for Aurora Serverless v1: March 31st, 2025.
Aurora Serverless v2 offers faster scaling, more granular capacity, broader feature support, ongoing support, and future enhancements.
There are two primary migration strategies: Intermediary Provisioned Approach and Snapshot and Restore Approach.

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Building Intelligent Agentic Applications with Amazon Bedrock and Nova

Agentic AI architectures, like Amazon Bedrock and Nova, operate as autonomous agents breaking down tasks and making decisions.
Amazon Bedrock offers managed infrastructure, while Nova models provide intelligence optimized for different tasks.
Bedrock scales resources automatically based on demand, with no infrastructure management needed.
Agentic architectures function through Reason-Act-Observe loops, enabling complex task handling.
Bedrock Agents consist of components like foundation models, instructions, action groups, and knowledge bases.
Retrieval-augmented generation in Bedrock Agents enhances responses by tapping into external data through knowledge bases.
Optimizing costs involves using the right model, prompt sizes, caching, and monitoring token usage.
Advanced implementation patterns include custom prompt templates, model cascading, and integration with human workflows.
Security measures for Bedrock Agents include IAM roles, resource-based policies, data validation, encryption, and user identity propagation.
Agentic applications on AWS combine powerful AI capabilities with real-world actions, offering new possibilities in various domains.

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Apple officially delays the AI-infused Siri and admits, ‘It’s going to take us longer than we thought’

Apple has officially delayed the release of the smarter, AI-infused Siri and stated that it will be launched in the upcoming year.
The delay comes after much anticipation for Siri's comprehensive upgrade, which was initially expected within the iOS 18 release cycle.
Apple acknowledges that delivering on the promised Siri features will require more time than initially estimated.
The enhanced Siri was set to be more intelligent, functional, and engaging, offering improved conversational abilities and app accessibility.
Apple confirmed to Daring Fireball that the upgraded Siri will encompass personal context awareness and greater control over device applications.
The delay marks a rare admission from Apple, emphasizing clear communication and setting realistic expectations for feature rollouts.
Despite various Apple Intelligence features introduced, the postponed Siri upgrade was highly anticipated for its transformative impact.
Apple's cautious approach with AI, prioritizing privacy, has been a point of discussion amidst the delay in delivering the advanced Siri capabilities.
The tech community awaits the delayed Siri upgrade and looks forward to its launch, indicating Apple's commitment to enhancing user experience.
As the tech world anticipates the 2025 World Wide Developers Conference, expectations run high for potential Siri advancements in the upcoming iOS 19 release.

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AMD officially announces price and release date for Ryzen 9 9900X3D and 9950X3D processors

AMD has announced the price and release date for the Ryzen 9 9900X3D and 9950X3D processors.
Both processors will be available on March 12, 2025, with MSRPs of $599 and $699, respectively.
The Ryzen 9 9950X3D features 16 cores, a base clock speed of 4.3 GHz, and a 170W TDP.
The Ryzen 9 9900X3D has 12 cores, a base clock speed of 4.4 GHz, and a 120W TDP.

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Samsung, Apple and Meta want to use OLED in their next VR headsets – but only Meta has a plan to make it cheap

Samsung, Meta, and Apple are reportedly working on OLED-display equipped headsets.
Meta's OLED headset is expected to be cost-effective compared to Samsung and Apple headsets.
Samsung's upcoming consumer version of the Project Moohan headset will feature a 1.3-inch display with a pixel density of 3,800 PPI.
Apple's Vision Pro headset is planning to use more traditional glass OLED displays with a 1,500 PPI, aiming for a consumer-friendly release in 2027.

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Best Buy’s Apple Sales Event: This weekend’s best deals on iPads, iPhones, MacBooks, and more

Best Buy is hosting a huge Apple Sales Event with rare discounts on Apple devices.
Some of the best deals include: Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $170 ($80 off), Apple AirPods Max for $480 ($70 off), Apple iPhone 14 Plus (128GB) for $630 ($100 off), Apple 13-inch iPad Pro M4 (512GB) for $1,299 ($200 off), and Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) for $1,499 ($100 off).
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Max feature improved features and significant discounts.
The deals are available for a limited time, so don't miss out on these savings.

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The best 2-in-1 laptops and tablets for 2025

2-in-1 laptops and tablets are still useful solutions for those who want a device that can act as both a tablet and a traditional laptop.
When shopping for a 2-in-1 system, consider the type of machine you're looking for and whether you need built-in connectivity or a tablet keyboard.
Tablet keyboards may not be as responsive as laptop options, but third-party options can be more affordable.
For budget options, traditional laptops or Chromebooks may be a better choice than a 2-in-1 device.

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AMD's new driver adds AFMF 2.1 support for improved frame generation - and it could be a game-changer for handheld gaming PCs

AMD has introduced AFMF 2.1 in its new FSR 4 driver update, providing improved frame generation for handheld gaming PCs.
AFMF 2.1 is compatible with RDNA 4, 3, and 2 GPUs, including Ryzen AI 300 series processors.
AFMF 2.1 improves performance and image stability in games, addressing issues like ghosting and poor image quality.
The new driver update is a game-changer for handheld gaming PCs, and AMD's FSR 4 technology has the potential to rival Nvidia's DLSS 4.

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AMD ramps up gaming performance with new X3D CPUs, and they’re almost here

AMD will release the Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D processors on March 12.
The Ryzen 9 9950X3D features 16 cores, 32 threads, a base clock speed of 4.3GHz, and a boost speed of 5.7GHz.
The Ryzen 9 9900X3D has 12 cores, 24 threads, a base clock speed of 4.4GHz, and a boost speed of 5.5GHz.
These processors offer improved gaming performance and will be available for purchase next week.

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Dynabook’s new laptop gives you something the new MacBook Air can’t

Dynabook, formerly Toshiba PC Company, has announced the Dynabook Portégé Z40L-N, a premium Copilot+ PC designed for business use.
The laptop weighs less than 1kg and features a magnesium alloy chassis that is resilient against drops and extreme conditions.
It has both modern and practical features, including USB-C/Thunderbolt 4 ports, Intel's Series 2 Core Ultra processor, and a self-replaceable battery to extend lifespan and reduce IT costs.
The Dynabook Portégé offers a 14-inch 16:10 display, Wi-Fi 7, enterprise-grade security, and AI features such as screen locking and shoulder-surfing alerts.

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Budget gamers rejoice as Nvidia RTX 5050 and RTX 5060 are rumored to launch in April

Rumors suggest Nvidia RTX 5050 and RTX 5060 may launch in April 2025.
RTX 5050 expected to have a $299 price tag, matching the RTX 3050.
Rumored three variants of RTX 5060 could be available.
RTX 5060 and 5060 Ti launches rumored for April, with 8GB GDDR7 VRAM.
Speculations indicate RTX 5060 might retail for $299, but details are scarce.
Insider MEGAsizeGPU suggests RTX 5060 family announcement soon.
RTX 5060 likely to be built on GB206 graphics processor with 4,608 cores.
Affordable RTX 50-class cards might return, providing budget-friendly gaming options.
Potential pricing differences between RTX 5050 and RTX 5060 compared to previous models.
New launches could enhance accessibility to DLSS 4 for mid-range gamers.

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The new MacBook Air has got a small, but significant keyboard update

The new MacBook Air addresses a design flaw that has been present for the past 26 years by updating the keyboard's mute key.
The MacBook Air has introduced the new M4 chip for enhanced performance and efficiency.
Apple offers the popular 13-inch and 15-inch screen size options, along with a new 'Sky Blue' color.
The starting price for the 13-inch model has been lowered to $999.

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