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United Airlines makes superfast internet in the sky a reality

United Airlines is implementing Starlink to provide superfast internet on its flights.
Planes equipped with Starlink can offer internet speeds of up to 250 Mbps, 50 times faster than the current speeds on flights.
United aims to have Starlink installed on its entire fleet of 1,000 airplanes by the end of the year.
United plans to offer free Starlink service to its MileagePlus members and the installation process is relatively simple.

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NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, March 8 (game #370)

Today's NYT Strands theme is 'Two thumbs up'
Hint #2: Clue words to play in NYT Strands today: SLOT, STOP, LINT, ROOM, POOL, STAMP
Hint #3: Spangram hint for today is 'Oscar winners'
Hint #4: Spangram position for today's puzzle: First side - top, 3rd column; Last side - right, 6th row

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Quordle hints and answers for Saturday, March 8 (game #1139)

Quordle is a challenging word game that has been popular for over 1,100 games.
Hints for Quordle game #1139: 2 different vowels present, 0 answers with repeated letters, no Q, Z, X, or J, and 2 answers starting with the same letter.
Answers for Quordle game #1139: WATCH, LAPSE, WREST, HEFTY. Daily Sequence answers: COVET, MEANT, CRICK, NERVE.
Players often aim for seven turns in Quordle, and luck plays a role in success.
The past 20 Quordle answers include words like GLEAN, SHINY, CRICK, NERVE, and more.

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AMD might go for Nvidia’s jugular in Q2 with a faster RX 9070 ‘Extreme’ GPU that could leave the RTX 5070 Ti in the dust

AMD is rumored to be planning a faster take on its RX 9070 models, possibly set for Q2 2025 release.
The new 'Ultimate Navi 48' GPU could fall between RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5080 in terms of performance.
This speculation is based on information from Moore's Law is Dead (MLID) sources.
AMD may introduce the RX 9070 XTX, or 9070 XT Extreme Edition, bearing the Navi 48 chip pushed to its limits.
Visuals and specs of this potential GPU are still in early rumor stages.
AMD's RX 9070 launch had better supply than Nvidia's RTX 5000 models at launch, hinting at a competitive edge.
The introduction of the RX 9070 XTX may involve enhanced clock speeds and potentially expanded VRAM.
Q2 is expected to bring the launch of the RX 9060 models as well, complementing the RX 9070 lineup.
MSRP levels for the RX 9070 XT are expected to be around $670, with some price inflation in certain markets.
While stock availability varied, AMD's approach to pricing has faced scrutiny in relation to MSRP adherence.

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New benchmark suggests Apple's M3 Ultra may not be much faster than the M4 Max - only a minor uplift in multi-core performance

A new benchmark suggests that Apple’s M3 Ultra chip for the Mac Studio may only be slightly faster than the M4 Max in multi-core performance.
The M3 Ultra chip shows an 8% performance lead over the M4 Max in multi-core processes.
The M3 Ultra's highlight is its 80-core GPU, particularly for gaming.
While the M3 Ultra may not be the ideal choice for CPU processes, it may be suitable for gamers due to its high-cost and powerful GPU.

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The Samsung G6 OLED gaming monitor is $200 off for a limited time

The Samsung G6 OLED gaming monitor is $200 off for a limited time.
The 27-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 gaming monitor is currently available for $700, down from its original price of $900.
The monitor features a 360Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, QD-OLED technology, and 1440p resolution.
The deal is part of the Discover Samsung Spring Sale and is expected to end soon.

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Google Gemini wants to read your search history

Google Gemini now requests access to your Google Search history through its new Gemini Personalization model.
To use this feature, you must give permission and ensure that your Web & App Activity setting is enabled.
Gemini Personalization is an experimental model that provides accurate results based on a user's search history.
It remains to be seen how users will react to this new feature and its implications for AI and privacy.

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Building a Meeting Summarizer Backend with Python FastAPI, AWS Transcribe and AWS Bedrock

The tutorial focuses on building a meeting summarizer backend using FastAPI, AWS Transcribe, and AWS Bedrock for structured summaries with sentiment analysis and issue detection.
Key features include audio transcription using AWS Transcribe, speaker labeling, summarization with AWS Bedrock's Titan model, and sentiment analysis.
The tech stack consists of FastAPI, AWS Transcribe, AWS Bedrock, Amazon S3, and Jinja2.
Project setup involves installing prerequisites, setting up AWS S3 and Bedrock, cloning the repository, installing dependencies, and configuring AWS credentials.
The backend components include audio upload and transcription, text processing, and summarization with AWS Bedrock.
Summarization involves prompt engineering with a Jinja2 template and using AWS Bedrock for generating meeting summaries.
The article provides code snippets for FastAPI implementation, transcription processing, and summarization using AWS Bedrock.
To run the application, you start the FastAPI server, test the API using cURL, and receive JSON responses with meeting summaries and sentiment analysis.
Challenges include transcription accuracy, summarization accuracy, processing time, scalability issues, and prompt engineering complexity.
The author concludes by highlighting the potential of AWS Bedrock models and plans to deploy the API using AWS Lambda or EKS for better summarization accuracy.
Next steps involve enhancing prompt engineering and exploring advanced models for further application development.

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This Samsung 144Hz gaming monitor is $400 off right now

The 43-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 smart gaming monitor is currently on sale for $600, marked down by $400 from its original price of $1,000.
The monitor offers 4K Ultra HD resolution, Samsung's Quantum Matrix technology, and a 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time for smooth and lag-free gameplay.
It is a smart monitor, allowing access to streaming services directly on the device.
The discount is available for a limited time, so it is recommended to make the purchase as soon as possible.

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United Airlines successfully installed Starlink on its first aircraft, and the promised speeds are up to 50 times faster

United Airlines has successfully installed Starlink on its first regional aircraft, leading to faster and free Wi-Fi for MileagePlus members.
Installation time for Starlink is only four days per aircraft compared to over 10 days for other Wi-Fi systems.
The airline plans to install Starlink on over 40 aircraft monthly starting in May, with the aim to cover its entire regional fleet by the end of the year.
The Starlink installation process is quicker and less time-consuming than traditional Wi-Fi systems, taking about eight hours for installation.
United Airlines offers Wi-Fi speeds on regional aircraft up to 250Mbps, which is 50 times faster than current internet speeds.
The Starlink equipment weighs 85 pounds and is electronically steered with no moving parts, making it easier to maintain and fuel-efficient.
The installation process includes uninstalling the existing Wi-Fi system, installing the Starlink equipment, and testing the system before and after closing the aircraft's interior.
United Airlines expects to continue installing Starlink on 40 aircraft a month, aiming to equip all regional aircraft and at least one mainline airplane with Starlink.
The implementation of Starlink on United Airlines aircraft aims to provide passengers with faster, stable internet connectivity while flying.
The installation of Starlink is part of United Airlines' initiative to enhance the in-flight experience for its passengers.

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What’s New in Entra ID in February 2025

Microsoft Entra ID, previously known as Azure AD, offers seamless access, easy collaboration, efficiency in IT processes, and improved security and compliance.
In February 2025, new functionality and enhancements were introduced in Entra ID, including the availability of the authentication methods migration wizard.
Microsoft Graph permissions for Lifecycle workflows were enhanced with granular permissions for managing specific read and write actions.
The Admin Center now allows multi-select and bulk editing of user accounts, improving efficiency in user account management tasks.
QR code authentication was introduced in Entra ID, providing a simple and fast authentication method for frontline workers.

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AMD did it! Now we need to keep the pressure up for price cuts

AMD has successfully released a competitive graphics card that offers good performance and features at a reasonable price, unlike Nvidia's recent launches which were plagued by scalpers.
While the RX 9070 XT is praised for its performance and features at around $600, the RX 9070 is criticized for being priced too closely to the XT model, similar to AMD's previous pricing missteps.
To maintain momentum, AMD should consider reducing the price of the RX 9070 to below $500, putting pressure on Nvidia to lower prices for their 5070 and 5070 Ti models to remain competitive.
Graphics card prices have increased significantly in recent years, partly due to inflation and tariffs, as well as companies like Nvidia and AMD aiming for high profit margins.
PC gamers shouldn't have to pay exorbitant amounts for graphics cards to enjoy high-fidelity gaming, and more affordable options like the AMD RX 9070 XT and possibly a sub-$500 variant are needed.
While luxury products like the RTX 5090 will always exist for high-end users, there should be accessible options for the average gamer to enjoy quality gaming without breaking the bank.
Intel targets the entry-level market, AMD has made strides with the RX 9070 XT, and there is hope for more affordable options like a sub-$500 RX 9070 and a $300 RX 9060 in the future.
As Nvidia faces competition and the reality of market demands, it may need to rethink its pricing strategy and offer more value to gamers beyond just marketing hype and high price tags.

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World's 1st modular quantum computer that can operate at room temperature goes online

Scientists have developed a modular quantum computer named Aurora that operates at room temperature.
Aurora is the world's first photonic quantum computer that can operate at scale and uses light-based, or photonic, qubits as building blocks.
The system presents a solution to quantum computing's challenges of operation at scale, fault tolerance, and error correction.
The breakthrough could lead to the creation of viable quantum data centers with higher fault tolerance and lower error rates.

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The ChatGPT Mac app just got a massive coding upgrade – and it’s coming to Windows soon

ChatGPT can now automatically insert code directly into Xcode
The latest ChatGPT update features a new “Apply” button that automatically inserts the generated code into the correct location in your project
ChatGPT can detect the code editing app that you’re using and insert the code in the right spot
The coding upgrade will also be available for Windows users soon

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We’re locked inside a creative bubble, will AI burst it or throw away the key?

The mainstream media is facing a creative crisis with formulaic content and industry moguls' fear of change.
AI has the potential to rejuvenate creativity, but there is concern it may worsen the problem by producing cheap, AI-generated content.
Generative-AI technology has already impacted the creative industry, allowing quick generation of digital imagery with just a prompt.
Because low-quality AI-generated content is inexpensive, there is worry that AI may be used for cost-cutting rather than expanding creativity.
AI's evolution towards human-level performance and widespread use poses challenges for maintaining creative integrity in industries like film and gaming.
Marvel's denial of AI-generated posters for 'The Fantastic Four' highlights the skepticism towards AI in mainstream media production.
The misuse of CGI in films as a cheap alternative raises concerns about a similar fate for AI in various aspects of media production.
The concern lies in AI's potential to require little human input, leading to cost-cutting measures that may hinder creative quality.
The choice for mainstream media is to use AI to enhance creativity and working conditions, rather than solely for cost-effective production.
The impact of AI on various industries like film, gaming, music, and literature depends on how it is utilized going forward.

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