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Apple’s iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are new base model iPhones

Plus new Photonic Engine for cameras

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Size matters and Apple is going big with its new pair of base models of the iPhone 14. Instead of a mini, we’re getting an iPhone 14 and an iPhone 14 Plus.

(Some) of the rumors were true

We expected the Mini biting the dust and, going by its sales, it might not be missed as much. But one rumor confirmed is that the base iPhone 14 models will use the A15 chip. It’s the same one found on last year’s models. Well, Apple is saying it’s slightly more powerful than last year’s, but they do share the same name.

It’s by no means a terrible chip, but if you want the latest and greatest, you have to go Pro.

Design-wise, it mostly also retains the look of the iPhone 13. You still get a notch, and at the back, your two cameras.

What’s new?

For starters, the Plus version. Instead of a tiny base model, we’re getting a supersized one. The iPhone 14 has a 6.1″ display while the iPhone 14 Plus comes in at 6.7″ inches. The larger display lends itself nicely to better media consumption. This is especially useful too if you like gaming whether that’s regular mobile games or ones available on Apple Arcade.

The dual-camera system has been revamped too. Yes, you’re still getting a 12MP main sensor but now you have a larger sensor and larger pixels. But most importantly is the Photonic Engine. It’s a feature that deeply integrates software and hardware to improve mid to lowlight performance. And this applies on the main camera, the ultra-wide camera, and even the TrueDepth (selfie) camera.

For video shooters, the iPhone 14 models are also getting Action Mode. This is enhanced stabilization for shooting high-octane shots.

Crash Detection isn’t just on the Apple Watch Series 8. It’s also coming to the iPhone 14. As an addition, there’s an Emergency SOS via Satellite feature that will contact emergency services should you, god forbid, figure in a vehicular accident.

One new thing that not many people may be happy with is the removal of the physical SIM tray, at least for the US models. Yes, the iPhone 14 will force you to move to an eSIM. Apple argues it’s more secure.

Pricing and Availability

The iPhone 14 will be available on September 14 while the iPhone 14 Plus is coming on October 7. Both models are available in Starlight, Midnight, a new shade of Blue, Purple, and the Product (RED) colorway.

Pricing are as follows:

iPhone 14

  • 128GB – US$ 799 / SG$ 1299 / ₱56,990
  • 256GB – US$ 899 / SG$ 1469 / ₱63,990
  • 512GB – US$ 1099 / SG$ 1799 / ₱75,990

iPhone 14 Plus

  • 128GB – US$ 899 / SG$ 1499 / ₱63,990
  • 256GB – US$ 999 / SG$ 1669 / ₱72,990
  • 512GB – US$ 1199 / SG$ 1999 / ₱80,990

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Logitech introduces a dedicated shortcut for ChatGPT

Compatible with most keyboards and mice

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April 19, 2024

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Artificial intelligence is already meant to simplify a workflow. However, despite the ease, there are still a few ways to optimize the process. Today, Logitech has launched a new shortcut to launch ChatGPT straight from your mouse or keyboard.

Minus programmable hotkeys or buttons, there are hardly any built-in way to easily access an AI model. For a typical workflow, it still consists of manually opening the model on a separate window and keeping it within cursor’s reach throughout the day.

Logitech is simplifying the process by adding a dedicated shortcut for its devices. With a Logitech keyboard or mouse supported by the Logi Options+ app, users can program a keyboard or mouse button for the new Logi AI Prompt Builder.

Once activated, the AI Prompt Builder automatically accesses easy options for highlighted text. For example, users can easily rephrase or summarize the text. Likewise, they can input their own custom queries. By eliminating a few clicks and some typing throughout the day, the new tool hopes to save you time.

While most Logitech keyboards and mice are compatible with the new tool, it is also more easily accessible with the new Logitech Signature AI Edition Mouse. The new mouse has a dedicated button just for AI prompts. If you’re an AI power user, this one is perfect for you.

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X’s AI accused Klay Thompson of vandalizing houses with bricks

AI thought joke posts were real

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April 18, 2024

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Despite the ease that the technology promises, artificial intelligence still isn’t the most reliable thing you can depend on. Today’s models can still flub answers. Now, the pitfalls of AI are abundantly clear with a few mishaps on X. Golden State Warrior Klay Thompson was just “accused” of a vandalism spree involving bricks.

Late Tuesday night, X presented an AI-generated news snippet. The article, posted soon after the Warriors’ play-in loss to the Sacramento Kings, reads: “Klay Thompson Accused in Bizarre Brick-Vandalism Spree.”

The snippet hilariously described an incident where Thompson supposedly vandalized houses in Sacramento with bricks. Thankfully, according to the snippet, no one was hurt. It even had a few sources for its claims below the news summary.

The sources, however, are just joke posts stemming from the recently concluded game. In that do-or-die game, Thompson put up a staggering 0 points on ten shot attempts, the most misses without a make by a Warrior since the ’68 season. Naturally, everyone joked that the Warriors guard just threw bricks all over Sacramento.

Now, X is currently experimenting with a new AI feature called Grok. The model collates trending topics and creates snippets of what’s happening for X users. However, it’s not exactly the smartest in determining real news from satiric ones. The feature notes as much, carrying a fine-print caveat warning users to “verify its outputs” because it’s an early feature and can make mistakes.

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New X users must pay a dollar per year to post and reply

Rolling out globally now

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New users on X might soon face a tough time on the platform. The social media website will likely start charging new accounts a small fee for the right to post on the platform.

Now, the fee isn’t a new one. Almost six months ago, the company tested the paid system in New Zealand and the Philippines. New users in those countries had to pay a dollar per year for the ability to post and reply to content.

As spotted by X Daily News on the same platform, the company might be ready to take the experiment to a larger market. New text strings have shown that the policy is rolling out worldwide.

The policy is designed to combat a wave of bots appearing on the platform. By preventing new accounts from creating posts, X hopes to stave off the standard behavior of bots these days. You might have noticed them as OnlyFans creators in unrelated posts, peddling NSFW content on their bio.

Though the global rollout was only just spotted, owner Elon Musk has seemingly confirmed the change. Replying to X Daily News, Musk says that it is “the only way to curb the relentless onslaught of bots.” He says that the current breed of bots can easily bypass simple checks these days.

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