Apple has unveiled a thoroughly redesigned Health app powered by Apple Intelligence, designed to offer deeper, AI-driven insights into users’ well-being. The updated platform leverages data from Apple Watch and iPhone devices to introduce advanced features such as a personalized ‘Health Age’ calculation and a daily readiness score. By analyzing metrics including VO2 max, sleep […]
Continue ReadingLegal AI platform Harvey has secured $550 million in new funding, pushing its valuation to $15.5 billion. The latest investment round was co-led by Diffusion and Lightspeed Venture Partners, following closely behind an $11 billion valuation achieved just months prior in March. This rapid growth brings the company’s total funding past the $1.55 billion mark. […]
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During a recent hardware event, Apple unveiled a suite of audio intelligence capabilities for the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4. Headlining these updates is Siri Recap, a tool designed to passively or actively listen to conversations and leverage Apple Intelligence to generate concise summaries, titles, and key takeaways. In addition to the meeting […]
Continue ReadingApple has officially entered the foldable smartphone market with the introduction of the Duo during a special company event. Foldable devices have historically struggled with long-term durability issues and mechanical wear, presenting a significant design challenge for manufacturers. To overcome these hurdles, Apple leveraged artificial intelligence algorithms and 3D printing techniques specifically for the device’s […]
Continue ReadingAlongside the unveiling of the new iPhone 18 lineup and the foldable iPhone Duo, Apple implemented an unexpected pricing strategy. Contrary to its long-standing tradition of discounting previous-generation devices upon new releases, the tech giant has increased the prices of existing iPhone models by $100. This shift is largely driven by global supply constraints and […]
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Confirmed by 2 independent sources. Apple held its major fall product event, marking the debut of new hardware under CEO John Ternus. The standout announcement was the iPhone Duo, the company’s first foldable smartphone, featuring a 7.6-inch inner Retina display and a 5.4-inch outer screen designed to offer tablet-like versatility. The device utilizes a custom […]
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Apple has introduced new artificial intelligence features for the Apple Watch, enabling live audio transcription and conversation summaries, effectively normalizing the concept of always-listening technology. While certain tools offer clear accessibility and safety benefits, others blur the line into invasive surveillance. Features like ‘Live Rewind’ and ‘Siri Recap’ allow users to capture snippets and notes […]
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In a strategy reminiscent of 2001, Apple CEO John Ternus used his inaugural keynote to firmly anchor the company’s future around the iPhone. Rejecting recent skepticism about the smartphone’s longevity and shifting away from former CEO Tim Cook’s diversification efforts, Ternus positioned the device as the ultimate intelligent personal hub for the artificial intelligence era. […]
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Massachusetts has become the latest U.S. state to crack down on the booming infrastructure of tech companies by introducing rigorous clean energy mandates for data centers. Under a new executive order, facilities requiring more than 25 megawatts of peak demand must ensure that 100% of their electricity is met through clean energy generation. The directive, […]
Continue ReadingOpenAI has announced that influential AI researcher Paul Christiano is joining the board of the OpenAI Foundation. Christiano, widely known for his work on AI alignment and safety, will serve on the company’s Safety and Security Committee to help oversee model development. This appointment arrives amid heightened scrutiny over industry safety practices and recent incidents […]
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