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Apple Runs Meta’s Muse Spark Open Across Four Mac Studios
Apple says developers can run Meta’s Muse Spark Open model locally across Mac Studio computers using its MLX framework and RDMA over Thunderbolt. On a cluster of four Mac Studios, the model generates over 36 tokens per second, according to Apple. The companies’ collaboration also gives developers a way to experiment with a large open-weight model without relying on cloud data centers.
Tesla Hits Parked CHP Vehicle, Seriously Injuring Two Officers on I-80
A Tesla struck a parked California Highway Patrol vehicle on I-80, seriously injuring two officers responding to an earlier crash. CHP video shows the car passing flares, cones and emergency lights before impact. The driver said he was asleep and using driver-assistance mode, prompting the agency to stress that Full Self-Driving does not make a vehicle autonomous or remove a driver’s responsibility.
VALORANT Patch 13.08 Adds Map Ratings, Changes Corrode
Riot Games’ VALORANT Patch 13.08 adds Map Rating, a 0-to-500 score that shows players how they perform on each map, and changes Corrode’s layout. The update also rotates maps in Competitive and Deathmatch, though Riot’s announcement, as cited in the source, does not specify which maps enter or leave the rotation. Players can compare attacking and defending results as they adjust to the updated arena.
Apple’s HomeView Makes AI the Center of Its Smart Home Push
Apple has launched HomeView, a $299 smart home hub built around an AI-powered Siri, as it looks to challenge Amazon and Google in a market
CNET Lists Burga iPhone Duo Cases Priced From $60 to $90
CNET’s roundup of iPhone 18 cases includes options for the iPhone Duo, from MagSafe designs to cases with added shock absorption. Burga lists three styles, with prices starting at $60 and reaching $90. Other brands promote discounts, eco-conscious materials and screen-protection bundles, though availability and offers vary by seller.
Sony Drops Android 17 Upgrade for Xperia 10 VI, Citing Storage Limits
Sony has withdrawn a promised Android 17 upgrade for the Xperia 10 VI, meaning owners of the midrange phone will miss a major software update
Tesla’s Flying Roadster Is Spectacular — and Hard to Imagine on a Public Road
Tesla’s next-generation Roadster briefly left the ground, flipped in mid-air and drove upside down during a demonstration in Texas. The spectacle makes Elon ...
Tesla’s Roadster Takes Flight in Waco, but Road-Legal Status Is Unclear
Tesla’s next-generation Roadster drove upside down, leapt over cars and briefly flew during a demonstration in Waco, Texas. The stunt delivered the spectacle...
WhatsApp Scheduled Messages: What the Beta Feature Offers
WhatsApp is testing scheduled messages in its Android beta, with a reported window ranging from 10 minutes to two weeks. Users could schedule text, links, photos and videos, including messages sent while their phone is offline. The feature has not been announced for a general release, and details such as editing or canceling a scheduled message remain unclear.
Google Expands Gemini 4 Argon Access, Introductory API Rates Rise After Nov. 30
Google has expanded access to Gemini 4 Argon beyond cybersecurity defenders, making the model available to enterprises and Google AI Ultra and Pro subscribers. The introductory rate starts at $2 per million input tokens and $10 per million output tokens, before increasing after Nov. 30. Google says it has used Gemini 4 for software engineering, cybersecurity and research.
Claude Ranks Alphabet Sixth as Polymarket Favors Google for Top AI Model
Alphabet ranks sixth among eight stock picks identified in an article about Claude AI. The company’s cloud business grew, but higher spending, competition and infrastructure limits remain risks cited in the source.
Windows 11 Photos App Brings PC, OneDrive and iCloud Images Together
Photos scattered across a computer and cloud services can be hard to browse in one place. Microsoft’s redesigned Photos app for Windows 11 now brings
Google Is Sending Pixel 11 Discount Codes — But the Inbox News Is About Play Store Credit
Google is sending eligible customers a one-time credit for the Play Store, not a Pixel 11 discount code. The payment is part of a $5
Amazon expands Bee lineup with two AI devices that record conversations
Amazon’s new Bee devices put conversation recording into two everyday forms: a bracelet and a credit card-sized recorder that attaches to a smartphone. The l...
YouTube Music Adds Labels to Songs Made With Generative AI
YouTube Music is starting to label songs made substantially with generative AI, giving listeners a way to spot when software helped create the music they
Google’s Gemini 4 Argon arrives in Antigravity for AI work
Google says Gemini 4 Argon is now available to developers and enterprises through its API, and to AI Ultra subscribers in Google Antigravity. The company highlights coding, research and business applications, including a reported increase in agentic code submissions and fewer code rollbacks among its teams.
Sony Adds Mafia, Horizon and Mycopunk to October PlayStation Plus Games
Sony has announced the October PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup, led by Mafia: The Old Country, Horizon Forbidden West and day-one addition Mycopunk. The games will be available from October 20 unless otherwise noted. Premium members will also get Dino Crisis 2 and RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 Complete Edition, while Poppy Playtime: Chapter 2 arrives October 27 in the US, UK and Japan.
Acer Sospiro A70 Brings Screens to Both Sides
Acer has introduced the Sospiro A70, an Android phone with a display on both its front and back. The design sets it apart, but the company has not yet detailed the rear screen’s purpose, the device’s specifications, its price or where it will be sold. Those missing details leave the phone’s everyday use and market position unclear.
There is no sourced link between John Healey, AI and inheritance tax
A Guardian report on John Healey’s budget pressures does not mention an inheritance tax or an AI tax proposal. The supplied BBC report discusses a possible Conservative pledge to abolish inheritance tax, but does not connect it to Healey or artificial intelligence. The verified material instead focuses on the Institute for Fiscal Studies’ warning that the budget must address £35bn in spending pressures.
Apple TV 4K adds Siri AI and hands-free voice control
Apple unveiled a new Apple TV 4K with Siri AI, far-field microphones and faster performance. The device is available to pre-order in the United States and 29 other countries and regions, with store availability beginning November 13. Apple says the box costs $299 in the U.S.; Siri AI launches in English in eight markets, with beta access on some earlier models.
ASML Raises Sales Forecast for Third Time Despite Revenue Miss
ASML lifted its annual sales forecast for a third time this year, citing stronger demand for chipmaking equipment linked to artificial intelligence investments. Third-quarter revenue rose 55% but narrowly missed analyst expectations, while earnings per share beat estimates. The company also said customer demand could exceed planned supply in 2027 and 2028.
ChatGPT’s crisis contact feature works only if set up first
OpenAI’s optional Trusted Contact feature can alert someone chosen by a user facing serious safety concerns, but only after the user activates it in Settings. NPR found that new users were not prompted to set it up, and the feature is not available in voice conversations. The report raises questions about whether users in distress know how to reach a human contact through the tool.
Amazon’s Alexa Tablet 12 Pro Gets the Screen Right, but Not Everything Else
Amazon’s Alexa Tablet 12 Pro makes its display its clearest selling point: a 12-inch, high-resolution screen with a matte finish designed to cut glare and
IMF Warns AI Investment Boom Could Trigger a Global Market Correction
The AI investment boom could turn into a market shock with consequences far beyond technology, the International Monetary Fund warned in its latest Global Fi...