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Even before the MWC conference, Google announced the Gemini chatbot in the Messeges app and the integration of AI into Android Auto. Now users do not have to install a separate Gemini app on their device to use it. The chatbot will be able to interact with Google’s Messeges app. Gemini in Messages will perform […]
Xiaomi has unveiled two new wireless speakers in China. The new products are called Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker and Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini. The large speaker is equipped with a 5-woofer speaker system. It provides a maximum volume of 93 dB. The new product has IP67 protection and a fabric cover. The device is powered by […]
Researchers at the University of California, Riverside have developed a new approach to parallel data processing that has the potential to double the speed of computing and halve the power consumption of computers. This method, called simultaneous and heterogeneous multithreading (SHMT), allows several different components of a computer system to process the same data. What […]
In 2023, the Netherlands announced that it would buy VERA-NG radar stations for Ukraine. It looks like they are already in Ukraine. Dutch Defense Minister Kasja Ollongren has published a list of equipment transferred to Ukraine, including radars. The Netherlands will sign a long-term security agreement with Ukraine. So we will continue our support, now […]
Nokia has offered mobile operators a new way to earn extra money. The tech giant has proposed to monetize the backup battery on cellular base stations. The telecommunications equipment giant is offering a tool that can switch cellular base stations from the power grid to backup batteries during peak demand to reduce electricity costs. In […]
Griffon MEPAC, a 6×6 wheeled armored vehicle developed under the EBMR program. The armored vehicle is designed with modular ballistic protection armor capable of withstanding small arms fire and mine explosions. The Griffon is designed primarily to provide fire support to infantry units, especially in close contact scenarios. Its self-propelled system, combined with the Griffon’s […]
Ukrainian mobile operator Kyivstar has received permission to start testing equipment for the implementation of 5G technology. The decision was made by the National Commission for the Regulation of Electronic Communications and Radio Frequency Spectrum, as well as Postal Services (NCCS), Interfax-Ukraine reports. According to the report, the NCCIR considered Kyivstar’s request to test 5G […]
Social platform X, formerly Twitter, which previously provided audio and video calling only for its premium users, is now making this feature available to all users. X engineer Enrique Barragan and company CEO Linda Yaccarino said that the platform is gradually rolling out these features to those who do not subscribe to X Premium, 9to5mac […]
Military engineers have proposed the concept of a new type of laser weapon, with interchangeable magazines, like an assault rifle, but instead of bullets, the clips will contain charged batteries. The military has realized that air defense systems are unprofitable to use against cheap drones: to shoot down a $2,000 drone, you have to fire […]
Social platform X has expanded the availability of its audio and video calls to all users. Previously, this feature was available only to X Premium subscribers. This was announced by Enrique Baragan, an engineer at X social network. Soon, all users will be able to make and receive calls using the X app. we’re slowly […]