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Intel confirms Core Ultra refresh rumors, announcing "the fastest desktop gaming processors" the brand "has ever built," and I hope this means long-term support for its current motherboard socket

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Intel's Arrow Lake Refresh aims to boost value for gamers, pricing 250K Plus at 199 and 270K Plus at 299 while improving memory and BIOS features for 800-series upgradeability.
Arrow Lake Plus increases D2D frequency by up to 900 MHz and raises memory support to 7200 MT/s, boosting gaming bandwidth across Plus chips.
The Arrow Lake Refresh ships with 8 P-cores and 16 E-cores on the 270K Plus, delivering a higher core count and larger L3 cache for better performance.

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These Fun New Emoji Should Be Dropping Soon in iOS 26.4

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technology1d ago

These Fun New Emoji Should Be Dropping Soon in iOS 26.4

Cnet.com and 4 more

The 26.4 update extends emoji support beyond iOS to Android and Windows, with design and release dates varying by platform.
The 163 new emojis include items like a landslide, a trombone, a distorted face, and a treasure chest, expanding the variety of expressive options.
Apple emphasizes Unicode-based emoji adoption as part of a broader push to standardize symbols across platforms.

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Valve drops details of the Steam Machine and Frame verification requirements

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technology1h ago

Valve drops details of the Steam Machine and Frame verification requirements

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Valve clarified that Deck Verified games automatically qualify for Steam Machine verification, using the same 30 FPS at 1080p threshold.
Steam Frame verification sets a 90 FPS target for standalone VR titles, with 720p 30 FPS for 2D games.
Valve described Deck Playable as a baseline; Machine Verified focuses on ensuring games run on more powerful hardware.
Valve stated that Deck Verified does not test display resolution or legibility for Steam Machine verification.
Valve emphasized offline mode support and lower-spec optimization to expand audience for SteamOS devices.
Frame verification requires a VR-friendly UI that is legible in the headset for Frame tests.
Valve indicated a path to broader library access by leveraging Deck compatibility for Machine and Frame programs.
Valve’s slides at GDC 2026 outline verification criteria for the Steam Machine and Steam Frame.
Frame verification uses independent criteria with a focus on 90 FPS for standalone VR titles and 720p/30 FPS for 2D games.

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Canal+ Tops Guidance on Profit and Cash, Strikes AI Deals With Google Cloud and OpenAI, Seals Sky Drama Pact as MultiChoice Turnaround Plan Takes Shape

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business7h ago

Canal+ Tops Guidance on Profit and Cash, Strikes AI Deals With Google Cloud and OpenAI, Seals Sky Drama Pact as MultiChoice Turnaround Plan Takes Shape

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Canal+ posts 2025 results above guidance and accelerates profitability in Europe while pursuing African growth through its MultiChoice integration strategy.
Canal+ signs a multi-year Google Cloud AI deal to accelerate content indexing and enable personalized recommendations across the Canal+ App in Europe and Africa.
Veo3 by Google will be accessible to Canal+ production partners for previsualization and creative experimentation, enabling ‘creative unlocking’ of talent.
OpenAI will power a major Canal+ App overhaul for advanced content search and discovery, leveraging natural language prompts from June 2026.
Canal+ and Sky announce an English-language drama co-commissioning pact to develop at least two premium projects annually for three years.
Canal+ plans a Johannesburg listing to support its European profitability focus and African growth strategy, signaling a broader regional expansion.
Canal+ emphasizes cost discipline and AI-enabled efficiency to boost its entertainment platform and operations.
Showmax exit is framed as part of Canal+ African strategy to streamline operations after its MultiChoice acquisition.
Content indexing at scale enables sharper discovery and more personalized journeys on the Canal+ App across markets.
Canal+ cites successful co-productions like The Young Pope and Zero Zero Zero as benchmarks for its Sky collaboration and IP strategy.
Canal+ sets 2026 targets: €735 million adjusted EBIT and over €250 million free cash flow, with longer-term goals above €850 million EBIT and €500 million FCF.

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Apple's iPad Air M4 is available to order today — and Amazon is already taking $40 off

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technology3h ago

Apple's iPad Air M4 is available to order today — and Amazon is already taking $40 off

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The iPad Air M4 launched with retailer discounts, including a $40–$50 price cut on launch day.
Retailers report the new iPad Air M4 brings a faster M4 processor and 12GB RAM for improved performance.
Discount coverage spans major retailers: Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and more, with stock in multiple colors.
The 13-inch iPad Air M4 model is available at $749 at select retailers, matching the lowest price so far.
Previews and reviews suggest the M4 iPad Air offers AI features and enhanced display quality.
Deal coverage warns stock and discounts may end soon, encouraging timely purchase decisions.
Mashable highlights the 13-inch M4 iPad Air price drop as a launch-day incentive across major outlets.
Launch-day pricing marks the first time the M4 iPad Air has reached this low price.
TechRadar notes the iPad Air M4 includes Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 for faster connectivity.
The iPad Air M4 comes in multiple colors and is available for immediate order and shipping.
Retailers emphasize the iPad Air M4's combination of speed and AI-powered features for productivity.

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US banks will be 'next target' of Iran attacks as 'Americans should expect pain'

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world9h ago

US banks will be 'next target' of Iran attacks as 'Americans should expect pain'

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Iran publicly designates U.S. tech and banking firms as legitimate targets, signaling a broadened focus on economic infrastructure in the conflict.
The conflict is framed as an infrastructure war, expanding Iran’s declared targets to digital and financial sectors.
Iran ties recent Gulf data-center and banking-network disruptions to push back against perceived U.S. and Israeli actions.
Iran positions the U.S.-Israel axis as provoking retaliation that targets economic centers and critical infrastructure abroad.
Global tech firms with Middle East footprints face amplified risk as Iran intensifies digital-era sanctions-style actions.
The report hints at disruption to AI and cloud ecosystems in the Middle East linked to Iranian activity.
IRGC-linked statements cast attacks as legitimate retaliation against Western targets.
The move risks upending tech investments and AI expansion in the Middle East amid heightened regional tension.
There is scrutiny of U.S. planning gaps for attacks on tech infrastructure amid escalating regional hostilities.
Iran warns that attacks on banking and economic centers are a strategic tool to compel cessation of broader U.S.-led strikes in the region.

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Microsoft's GDC 2026 Keynote — Everything Announced on the Future of Xbox and Project Helix - IGN

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technology1h ago

Microsoft's GDC 2026 Keynote — Everything Announced on the Future of Xbox and Project Helix - IGN

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Microsoft outlines Project Helix as the next-gen Xbox that plays both console and PC games.
The keynote introduces a unified platform and tools for developers to build across devices.
Alpha versions of Project Helix are planned to be sent to developers in 2027.
Microsoft emphasizes cross‑play and cross‑progression across Xbox and Windows via Play Anywhere.
Project Helix includes new rendering tech, including neural rendering and ML upscaling.
The keynote covered hardware teases and the potential for an Xbox‑focused handheld strategy.
Microsoft signaled stronger emphasis on game preservation and new tooling.
Asha Sharma's appointment as Xbox CEO is noted amid leadership changes at Microsoft Gaming.
The presentation highlighted Xbox Mode on Windows 11 for select markets to bring Xbox features to PC.
Eurogamer and IGN coverage contextualize Helix within the broader GDC announcements and hype.

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Our Favorite Earbuds for Samsung Owners Are On Sale

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technology1d ago

Our Favorite Earbuds for Samsung Owners Are On Sale

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Wired reports the Galaxy Buds 3 FE at $127 with 15% discount and notes strong sound for the price.
Mashable highlights a Buds 4 Pro deal with a $30 gift card bundle at $249.99 on Amazon.
The Mashable article notes the Buds 4 Pro's features include high-resolution audio and active noise cancellation ahead of a March 11 release.
Both outlets emphasize Samsung device compatibility and value through discounts and bundles.
The deals are time-sensitive, with Mashable noting the bundle ends today and Wired highlighting ongoing sales.
The Buds 3 FE offer is tied to Amazon and Best Buy stock, per Wired’s report.
Wired calls the Buds’ ANC effective for low-frequency noises, with adjustable levels.
Mashable notes pre-order timing for Buds 4 Pro and the bundle includes a gift card mailed separately.
The articles are dated late February to March 2026, reflecting ongoing sales activity.
Deal coverage suggests consumers should compare prices across retailers before purchasing.

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technology1d ago

ChatGPT's Latest Homework Help Tool Will Show How Math and Science Concepts Work

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OpenAI expands ChatGPT with interactive visuals that let users manipulate math and science concepts in real time, aligning with a broader push to embed educational tools in the platform.
A key example shows the Pythagorean theorem with a playable triangle model, enabling users to adjust side lengths and observe the hypotenuse update instantly.
The new interactive visuals support over 70 math and science topics and are available to all logged-in ChatGPT users globally.
OpenAI plans to expand dynamic visuals to cover more interactive topics, signaling ongoing evolution of the learning toolkit within ChatGPT.
The feature is part of a broader education-oriented push, complementing existing tools like study mode and QuizGPT.
The new visuals align with OpenAI’s broader education-focused enhancements, continuing the trend of using AI to assist learning beyond simple answers.
The update sits alongside the existing math-and-science help footprint, which TechCrunch notes reaches more than 140 million weekly users.
Educators and students have begun integrating these tools into daily study routines, reflecting a community embracing AI-assisted learning despite ongoing debates about impact on critical thinking.
The reference notes current interactive visuals complement algebra, geometry, calculus, and physics, reinforcing practical understanding through manipulation of variables and formulas.
The initiative underscores OpenAI’s ongoing strategy to blend interactive learning with AI-assisted tutoring, expanding the educational capabilities of ChatGPT.

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From Clawdbot to Moltbot to OpenClaw: Meet the AI agent generating buzz and fear globally

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technology8h ago

From Clawdbot to Moltbot to OpenClaw: Meet the AI agent generating buzz and fear globally

Cnbc.com

OpenClaw has risen swiftly from a niche project to a widely discussed AI agent, drawing attention from global tech hubs.
OpenClaw runs on users’ systems and connects to large language models for task automation across apps and services.
Proponents say OpenClaw can automate emails, calendars, web browsing and more, with persistent memory for personalization.
Security experts warn OpenClaw could enable data exposure and malicious commands if not carefully guarded.
Molтbook, a companion social network for AI agents, fuels debate about autonomy and human-AI relations.
Elon Musk and Andrej Karpathy highlighted Moltbook's significance in signaling sci-fi-like advances in AI.
OpenClaw’s open-source model has helped drive adoption but leaves questions about real usage levels.
Industry leaders see AI agents as potentially boosting productivity but require guardrails for safety.
OpenClaw can pair with models like Anthropic’s Claude and Chinese language models for Chinese platforms.
OpenClaw’s creator emphasizes it is a free, open-source hobby project requiring technical setup.
Analysts say OpenClaw signals a broader zeitgeist toward personal AI assistants and agent autonomy.

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