Intel's 2nd Gen Core Ultra family codenamed Arrow Lake already has initial NPU (Neural Processing Unit) support added to Linux.
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Apple has just unveiled the second generation of its popular AirPods Pro during its "Wonderlust" event, and there's one standout feature that's sure to catch the attention of tech enthusiasts: the new USB-C compatible case. This innovation means that the AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) will now use the same charging cable as the iPhone 15, iPad Pro, iPad Air, MacBook, and most Android devices, making it even more convenient for Apple users.
But that's not all that's new. The AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) retain the impressive features that made their predecessors a hit. Active Noise Cancellation, which is now 2 times better than before, ensures that you can enjoy your music or calls without unwanted distractions. The spatial audio experience has also been enhanced, immersing you even deeper into your audio content. And there's a new Advanced Transparency mode, offering greater awareness of your surroundings while still enjoying your music. Also, Catch all the iPhone 15 Live Updates here.
For those who love the convenience of wireless charging, the AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) continues to support this feature. Additionally, they offer touch controls, and when paired with iOS 17, you will benefit from adaptive audio, personalised volume settings, and conversation awareness features, so you can pause your music or answer calls with just a tap.
Additionally, Apple's latest AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with the MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) brings an improved audio experience with Lossless Audio and ultra-low latency, thanks to Apple Vision Pro. The H2 chip integrated into these AirPods Pro, combined with a cutting-edge wireless audio protocol, delivers powerful 20-bit, 48 kHz Lossless Audio with a significant reduction in audio latency.
And there's more innovation on the audio front. AirPods Pro now features Adaptive Audio, a feature made possible by iOS 17. This listening mode seamlessly blends Transparency mode and Active Noise Cancellation, adjusting the noise control based on your environment, ensuring you get the best audio experience no matter where you are.
The AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with the MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) are available for order starting today, and you can find them in stores beginning Friday, September 22. The price for this updated version is Rs. 24,900.
Intel's 2nd Gen Core Ultra family codenamed Arrow Lake already has initial NPU (Neural Processing Unit) support added to Linux.
Illari has taken Overwatch 2 by storm—or rather, by the power of one thousand burning suns. We’re incredibly happy to see that players are enjoying her gameplay, personality, and story. To provide a little more depth and insight into how Illari came to be who she is today, we on the Overwatch 2 hero design team thought we’d share some of how her abilities were created through early prototypes.
Meta Quest 3 vs Apple Vision Pro: After being teased in June, Meta Platforms yesterday finally launched the Quest 3, its next mixed reality headset and the successor to Quest 2, at the Connect 2023. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took to the stage to give us a proper look at the headset, its features, supported apps and games, and more. And yes, there were some shots at Apple too! For instance, Zuckerberg jokingly claimed that the Quest 3 requires “no wires, no battery pack”.
Apple's highly anticipated wearable spatial computer, the Apple Vision Pro, is set to hit the market in early 2024. However, reports suggest that the rumored budget-friendly version of this groundbreaking device may have been axed. Ming-Chi Kuo, a TF Securities analyst known for accurate Apple insights, has shared details that cast doubt on the original production plans.
If the $3,499 price tag didn't give it away, the first-gen Vision Pro is for developers and early adopters, not the average consumer. Apple-watchers expected a second-gen version for the masses down the line, but supply chain issues may have killed the low-cost Vision Pro.
A month hardly ever goes by where PlayStation Plus’ free offerings don’t get leaked ahead of time, and sure enough, over on Dealabs, serial leaker billbil-kun has spilled the beans – at least partially – on the free games that Sony will be offering to PlayStation Plus subscribers during the month of October.
Apple launched the iPhone 15 Pro with a new titanium finish that has stirred up some interesting details on the metal. While it is lighter and more durable than stainless steel, users have complained that it scratches easily. Scuffings and scratches aside, it remains to be seen how the new iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max perform in a drop test considering the tensile strength of the new titanium build. To answer this question, a YouTuber has conducted an elaborative drop test of the iPhone 15 Pro from as high as 15 feet.
The Apple Vision Pro is on track for an early 2024 release, but it should be no surprise that the company’s first mixed-reality headset is in the possession of CEO Tim Cook. While previous reports mentioned that the Chief Executive uses the device daily, in a recent interview, Cook recently stated that he watched an entire season of the American sports comedy-drama series Ted Lasso on it.
Starfield has been out for little more than a week, yet there are already more mods than you could shake a spaceship at. One of the newest additions to the ever-growing modding community is this—the Inner Monologue mod by Somnia.
Apple launched its new iPhone 15 series on September 12 in which it introduced four new models. During the Apple launch event in 2023, as part of the announcement, iPhone prices from previous generations were reduced by a substantial amount. The iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, and iPhone 13 prices were reduced during the event. If you are planning to buy a previous year's iPhone model, then this is the right time as the iPhone 14 Plus prices are reduced and Apple is also offering various offers that can further give you more discounts.
After months of anticipation, Apple finally unveiled its iPhone 15 series last night, much to the cheer of Apple fans around the world. The Wonderlust event saw the launch of four iPhones - iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Alongside these iPhones, Apple also launched Apple Watch Series 9, Watch Ultra 2, and AirPods Pro 2nd Generation with USB Type-C. Moreover, the Cupertino-based tech giant also rolled out price cuts on several older iPhone models, discontinuing the iPhone 14 Pro models, iPhone 13 Mini, and iPhone 12 in the process.
It's official, the iPhone has gone full Nvidia. Apple rolled out the new iPhone 15 Pro yesterday and announced that it has adopted DLSS and ray tracing. OK, not actual DLSS. But Apple's smartphone now supports upscaling and hardware accelerated ray tracing, which is an awfully Nvidia-ish GPU feature set.