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Sony has launched its latest console, the PlayStation 5 Pro, targeting gamers who seek a high-end gaming experience. This console can be likened to premium devices such as the iPhone Pro Max or the Kindle Signature, all while remaining a more affordable option compared to a high-end PC gaming setup. Featuring an enhanced GPU, the PS5 Pro promises 4K gaming at 60 frames per second, alongside an AI upscaler that enhances texture quality, advanced ray tracing capabilities, and a generous 2TB SSD for storage—all without a disc drive. As noted in our comprehensive review, the PlayStation 5’s existing library looks exceptionally impressive on this new hardware.
Despite its appeal, there are valid reasons to reconsider purchasing the PlayStation 5 Pro. Priced at $700, it represents a significant investment for a midcycle console that offers enhanced performance. However, for those yet to embrace the PS5 ecosystem, it provides an uncompromising gaming experience.
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Due to ‘national security risks.’
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Microsoft Notepad to gain AI capabilities
New enhancements are on the way.
Microsoft is introducing a new AI feature named “Rewrite” to its Notepad application, which will allow users to modify sentences by changing tone, structure, and length—initially available for Windows Insiders. Additionally, the Paint app is being upgraded with AI features such as Generative Fill and Generative Erase, enabling users to add and edit visual elements in their images by merely outlining an area and entering descriptive text.
Google reveals a glimpse of its Jarvis AI
A brief public exposure.
Google’s latest AI prototype, identified as Jarvis, was unintentionally made public via the Chrome Web Store. Unlike typical virtual assistants such as Siri and Alexa, the Jarvis prototype is designed to function as a virtual aide that can navigate the internet on behalf of users. This innovative AI is purported to perform common tasks like grocery shopping, flight bookings, and conducting research, all without requiring direct human intervention.
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