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By MulletMan69 · Posted
I suspect this was primarily developed with the Switch 2 in mind, which would explain the poor visuals. It seems like they're hoping the nostalgic GoldenEye 64 crowd is still loyal to Nintendo consoles. Unfortunately, this might be yet another title limited by development for underpowered Nintendo hardware. -
By zikalify · Posted
Amazon's Lab126 ventures into "Physical AI" with new robotics team by Paul Hill Amazon has announced that it’s forming a new agentic AI team within its secretive hard research and development division, Lab126, to begin work on physical AI. Specifically, the company is looking to develop an agentic AI framework for use in robotics, which could start to impact blue-collar jobs, especially at its warehouses. Agentic AI is one of the latest developments in AI, superseding the previous generative AI that took off with the launch of ChatGPT. Agentic AI models are special because they can complete multi-step actions for the user to complete complex tasks. Thanks to all the visual and audio capabilities added to generative AI in previous years, these agentic models can perceive their environment, reason, plan, and act to achieve goals with minimal human intervention. If Amazon can successfully bring agentic AI to robots, they will finally be able to interact with the real world in a way they can’t today, as software running on a computer. Many people are concerned about AI’s impact on white-collar jobs right now, but when Amazon develops physical AI, it will also affect blue-collar manual work. The work is going to be carried out by Amazon’s R&D company, Lab126. It was set up over 20 years ago and has created many iconic Amazon devices, including the Kindle, Fire tablets, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Echo devices, and more. Who it affects, and how The biggest impact of physical AI developed by Lab126 will be on Amazon’s warehouses and logistics. The company said it wants to create robots that can perform tasks based on natural language instructions. As usual for a big tech company, Amazon claims that these robots will be assistants, but it’s difficult to see how they won’t reduce the need for people. Solely based on Amazon’s plans to automate work in its factories, customers will see an indirect impact from the move through faster deliveries and potentially lower costs. The decision by Amazon to focus on agentic AI in robots is pretty interesting because so far, we’ve mainly been hearing about agentic AI limited to computer applications, such as intelligent web browsers like Opera Neon. Why it's happening Amazon has a reputation for being an efficient company, particularly when it comes to the employment of warehouse workers who are known to have strict restroom breaks. Creating robots that can help speed up warehouse activities will further boost efficiency at the company and could potentially reduce its costs and improve safety. The beginning of work on physical AI is just the next evolution of AI that we could start to hear about in the coming months and years. As agentic AI gets better, companies will be looking to see what they can advance next and physical AI may be where they choose to go next; it certainly seems like this is what Amazon has settled on in this move. If Amazon’s physical AI doesn’t lead to mass layoffs of warehouse employees, it could drastically boost worker safety. Employees could potentially be less fatigued from moving around so much, which could lead to better concentration and fewer accidents. Right now, Amazon claims that these robots will only be assistants and not replacements. While Amazon will certainly be a leader in physical AI, given its massive wealth to throw at the problem, once the technology is available, it will likely be available for sale to other businesses to use, too. Caveats and what to watch for While it’s a notable development, it still sounds like Amazon is in the early stages of developing these physical AI systems, given that it has only just set up the team. We also don’t know what specific products Amazon is planning to build or the timelines for deployment. Ever since generative AI came onto the scene, there has been discussion of AI safety. With AI moving into the physical world, it will also bring up discussion about the safety concerns. Current measures are mainly concerned with AI software running on computers, not when it interacts physically with the world. Finally, and probably the biggest concern, what will these “assistants” do to people’s jobs? Companies will likely find themselves bringing in fewer new hires initially, but it could also displace people from their jobs. Source: CNBC -
By hellowalkman · Posted
Nintendo Switch 2 launches, where to buy and a list of games that it may not support by Sayan Sen Nintendo announced the Switch 2 back in early April this year and then followed that up with more details related to performance and hardware features later. The company touted 10x the performance of the Switch. However, on the flip side, the battery suffers, and you also need new microSD Express cards for storage. For those who need a refresher, here are the technical specification details of the Switch 2: Specification Details Dimensions Approx. 166mm x 272mm x 13.9mm (with Joy-Con 2 attached); Maximum thickness from control stick tip to ZL/ZR buttons: 30.7mm Weight Approx. 401g (console only); Approx. 534g (with Joy-Con 2 controllers attached) Screen 7.9-inch capacitive touch LCD; 1920x1080 resolution; HDR10 support; VRR up to 120 Hz CPU/GPU Custom processor made by NVIDIA Storage 256 GB UFS (a portion reserved for system use) Communication Wireless LAN (Wi‑Fi 6), Bluetooth; Wired LAN available in TV mode via dock Video Output Up to 3840x2160 at 60 fps via HDMI in TV mode; Supports 120 fps at lower resolutions; HDR10 enabled Audio Output Linear PCM 5.1 channel via HDMI; Stereo speakers Microphone Built-in monaural microphone with noise cancellation, echo cancellation and auto gain control Buttons POWER and Volume buttons USB Ports 2 USB Type-C ports (bottom port for charging/dock connection; top port for accessories/charging) Audio Jack 3.5mm stereo mini plug (CTIA standard) Game Card Slot Supports both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch game cards Expansion Slot microSD Express card slot (compatible with cards up to 2 TB; other microSD cards can copy screenshots and videos) Sensors Accelerometer, gyroscope, brightness sensor Battery Lithium-ion, 5220 mAh; Approx. 2–6.5 hours lifetime; 3-hour charge time in sleep mode Dock Approx. 115mm x 201mm x 51.2mm; Weight: approx. 383g For those looking to get one, major retailers like Walmart, GameStop, Best Buy, and Target have all confirmed that they will have limited console stock from time to time so you will need to be on alert and check back. Nintendo has also published a full list of games that may not work on the Switch 2: Borderlands 3 Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition Crash Bandicoot N-Sane Trilogy Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus R KarmaZoo Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics Mortal Kombat 1 Overwatch 2 Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords Star Wars Republic Commando Super Mega Baseball 4 Tombi! Special Edition Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 Touhou Genso Wanderer Reloaded Ty the Tasmanian Tiger HD Warriors: Abyss However, keep in mind that Nintendo last updated the support list last month on May 27th and the company may still be testing these. So keep an eye on the official list of games on this webpage here on Nintendo's site. Have you managed to pick up the Nintendo Switch 2? Let us know in the comments. -
By Fiza Ali · Posted
Court orders Apple to keep web links in the App Store, eroding its iOS payment monopoly by Fiza Ali Apple has been ordered to continue permitting web links and external payment options in the App Store after its bid to halt court’s ruling was declined today by a higher court. Earlier this year, in April, a federal judge decreed that Apple must allow developers to include web links in their iOS apps, remove restrictions on link formatting, and enable external payment methods without taking a commission on transactions. Apple immediately appealed and sought an injunction to delay implementation of the order while the case progressed. However, the United States Court of Appeals has now refused Apple’s emergency request to stay the district court’s order. In its decision, the panel held that Apple had not demonstrated a sufficient likelihood of success on appeal, nor that it would suffer irreparable harm if the order were enforced. The court also considered potential prejudice to other parties and the public interest, concluding that an immediate suspension was not warranted. This ruling makes it much harder for Apple to overturn the April decision, which came from a lawsuit initiated by Epic Games. Epic first sued Apple’s App Store policies in 2020, claiming that the company’s restrictions harmed competition. While Epic did not prevail on every count, the court did rule that Apple must allow developers to inform users of alternative purchasing options at better prices. Despite that narrow victory, Apple repeatedly failed to conform to the terms from the original 2021 ruling, prompting the judge in April to issue a more detailed order outlining precisely how the App Store must be “opened up”. In response to the April ruling, prominent third-party apps have swiftly implemented web-based purchasing links. Both Spotify and Amazon’s Kindle app now include buttons directing users to purchase subscriptions via their websites, bypassing Apple’s in-app payments. Additionally, Fortnite has made a comeback on iOS after around five years, presenting users with the choice between Apple’s in-app payment system and Epic’s own payment and rewards mechanism. According to Epic CEO Tim Sweeney, there is presently a 60:40 split in usage favouring Apple’s system over Epic’s, though the gap appears to be narrowing. An Apple spokesperson, Olivia Dalton, issued a statement expressing the company’s disappointment: For now, Apple must comply with the existing injunction. Unless the Appeals Court later overturns the ruling, developers can continue to include web payment links, and Apple’s longstanding monopoly over iOS payment processing may continue to erode. The ultimate resolution will depend on the outcome of the ongoing appeals, which could set a significant precedent for how app marketplaces operate in the future. Source: The Verge -
By PsYcHoKiLLa · Posted
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