Tech Roundup: New iPads, iOS Bug, and AI Advancements
Apple's Latest iPads Impress With High Scores
Apple's new 13-inch iPad Air (2024) and iPad Pro (2024) received high praise from the TechRadar experts, scoring 4.5 out of 5 stars. The iPad Air boasts impressive battery life and performance with its M2 processor, while the iPad Pro features an OLED display and the M4 processor, making it the most powerful iPad to date.
Apple's iOS 17.5 Release Marred by Photo Bug
The latest iOS 17.5 update brings new features but also a concerning bug that causes deleted photos to reappear. The update, significant for European users with third-party web app downloads, has otherwise been welcomed for its enhancements to Apple News Plus and third-party device trackers.
Rings of Power Returns Bigger and Better
The first trailer for Season 2 of The Rings of Power has fantasy fans on the edge of their seats. With a release date set for August 29, audiences are promised an experience that surpasses the debut season's epic fantasy and intrigue. A detailed trailer breakdown is available for those who can't wait.
Fujifilm Introduces Two New Camera Models
Fujifilm's new offerings in digital cameras, the X-T50 and GFX100S II, have left photographers eager to get their hands on these devices. The X-T50 is a versatile camera almost scoring a perfect five stars, and TechRadar's cameras editor regards the GFX100S II as the optimum choice for most in medium format photography.
OpenAI Enhances ChatGPT, Closer to Personal AI Assistant
OpenAI revealed substantial improvements to ChatGPT, rolling out their new multimodal model, GPT-4o, which handles audio, vision, and text. The updates aim to transform ChatGPT from merely a chatbot to a personal assistant. Additionally, macOS users can look forward to a dedicated ChatGPT desktop application.
Google's Project Astra AI Raises the Bar
At Google I/O 2024, Project Astra was showcased, a multimodal AI engine capable of real-time video and speech inputs. While still in development, Astra demonstrates exciting potential, adept at engaging activities from Pictionary to storytelling. This AI could be perfectly matched with future smart glasses technology.
Google I/O 2024 Displays Pioneering AI Advances
At the conference, Google teased new AI tools for Android, an innovative AI-powered photo and video search, and an AI yoga assistant. The primary AI model, Gemini, is preparing for upgrades that will enhance its intelligence and reliability across multiple platforms and devices.
