The step-up model of a mechanical keyboard is on sale for $71.99
Microsoft has released a new ‘universal’ wireless controller that can be used across Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Microsoft’s cloud services. The controller is compatible with Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck. The controller also features a gyroscope and magnetic Hall-effect sticks that can be “float-resistant”, similar to the Joy-Con controllers. It’s expected to launch on October 8.
Microsoft was reacting to the PS5 reveal, read the full email
Microsoft’s Xbox Series X and S consoles will come with a new controller codenamed ‘Scubille’ that’ll support gyro support and “VCA haptics double as speakers”, according to leaked documents. As per reports, the VCA haptics will be a “precision haptic feedback” feature. Microsoft said it plans to subsidize Series X and S consoles to the tune of $1.5 billion in order to hit launch price targets.
DeepMind’s new artificial intelligence can predict genetic diseases
A team of researchers has developed a computational tool called AlphaMissense that they say can predict pathogenic and benign variants of human missense genes. AlphaMissense, which aims to identify the best predictor over two to three years, uses machine learning to detect missing genes in genomes. In the past, missense variants have been identified only in cases of rare diseases.
It is ok to not love your phone in the Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus review
The new Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a better battery life than the iPhone 15 Pro, reported The Guardian. The iPhone 15 Pro Max has a battery life of over 5 hours, compared to 3.5 hours for the iPhone 15 Pro Max. The iPhone 15 Pro Max has a 12-megapixel rear camera and is powered by Apple’s new A12 Bionic chip.
There will be a Surface and Artificial Intelligence event by Microsoft
Yusuf Mehdi, Microsoft’s Consumer Marketing Head, has taken over the responsibility to lead the company’s Windows and Surface Businesses outside Microsoft. He will be taking on the responsibility of leading the Windows and Surface businesses outside Microsoft. This comes days after Microsoft scrapped plans to introduce a dual-screen Surface Duo 3 device. Microsoft recently launched its AI-powered Office Copilot.
The Apple AirPods Pro has gotten much better regardless of what port is on the case
Apple has rolled out an update for AirPods Pro, which includes Adaptive Audio, a noise cancellation feature. The feature combines active noise cancellation and transparency to reduce loud distractions and help people stay present in their environment. The update is available for all AirPods Pro and AirPods without the wireless charging adapter. The AirPods Pro comes with a 6MP sensor and 64GB memory.
Tech fears are showing up on the picket lines
An economist at the University of Cambridge, Partha Dasgupta, has said that a government’s report on the value of natural resources should be viewed with an open mind. Dasgupta made the case for shifting how natural resources are valued in a report commissioned by the British government. Last month, the White House released a draft proposal on ecosystem services in government.
The developers are against the new pricing model
Several developers have said that they are considering abandoning Unity after it announced the end of RPG Maker game engine’s license. “I’m hoping this Unity thing will be similar, so I’m hoping this Unity thing will be similar,” David Szymanski, developer of’Dusk’ said. “That said, Regardless of what happens, Butcher’s Creek will be my last game on Unity,” he added.
The battery of the iPhone 15 appears to be a little bigger
Apple’s iPhone 15 lineup has received minor battery capacity bumps by as much as 2.3 per cent. The iPhone 15 lineup includes the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and iPhone 15 Pro Max Max. The slight upgrade was found in a Chinese regulatory database and published by MySmartPrice (via 9to5Mac).
The Big Three autoworkers are about to go on strike
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has said that it will go on strike on September 25 over a contract offer from the Big Three US automakers. The union claims its members have made big concessions over the last 20 years because of foreign competition and the economic downturn. The Big Three are General Motors, Ford and Fiat Chrysler.