Top 3 edge AI trends to look for in 2024
Member post by Abhijeet Kakade, Senior Marketing Expert at MSys Technologies 2023 was the year AI technologies became mainstream. What once was seen in movies is now a staple in daily business operations. AI is integrated into mobile… ⌘ Read more
Telstra, Optus committed to 3G shutdown despite public safety fears
The telcos say they will close their networks next month, despite a Senate inquiry recommending a delay. ⌘ Read more
Samsung’s Fold is still the best phone of its kind, but it’s becoming familiar
The sixth Z Fold is giving the impression that Samsung has reached the limits of what it can do with the form factor for now. ⌘ Read more
Is the AI bubble about to burst?
As the AI arms race rages, one deal has likely altered Australia’s trajectory in one fell swoop. ⌘ Read more
Xero outage hits small businesses nationally
The outage has caused chaos for thousands of Australian businesses and their accounting teams. ⌘ Read more
Hands on with Star Wars Outlaws’ exciting open world
Ubisoft is pushing the boundaries of what a Star Wars game can be, blending storytelling and exploration in an unprecedented way. 9News.com.au caught up with Massive Entertainment’s Julian Gerighty and Lucasfilm’s Steve Blank to talk all about Outlaws. ⌘ Read more
Apple to Manufacture ‘Pro’ iPhone Models in India for the First Time
Apple is set to expand its manufacturing footprint in India by producing high-end iPhone “Pro” models in the country for the first time, according to a new report from MoneyControl.
 and businesses are facing new obstacles. There is now a demand to balance company time and budgets amid all day-to-day responsibilities. Because of this, outsourcing services have become a strategic move for many.
Let’s look into how Erlang and Elixir programming languages help with business outsourcing … ⌘ Read more
Elder Scrolls expands online world with Gold Road
With the latest Elder Scrolls Online expansion, Gold Road, in the hands over gamers around the world, 9news.com.au caught up with ZeniMax Online Studios’ Bill Slavicsek and Michael Zenke to learn all about it. ⌘ Read more
Apple M5 Chip’s Dual-Use Design Will Power Future Macs and AI Servers
Apple will reportedly use a more advanced SoIC packaging technology for its M5 chips, as part of a two-pronged strategy to meet its growing need for silicon that can power consumer Macs and enhance the performance of its data centers and future AI tools that rely on the cloud.
Developed by TSMC and unveiled in 2018, SoIC … ⌘ Read more
Is Atlassian’s year-long experiment the future of work?
Australia’s largest technology company’s new workspace has just 12 desks in total and barely any meeting rooms. But its workers love it. ⌘ Read more
NAB suffers internet banking outage
Thousands of the bank’s customers have been locked out of their accounts due to an unknown issue. ⌘ Read more
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Microsoft’s latest MacBook-beater is the real deal, with an asterisk
A phenomenal laptop with incredible battery life, Microsoft’s new Surface is perfect for many users, but a definite non-starter for others. ⌘ Read more
Inside the AI ‘deepnude’ apps infiltrating Australian schools
The websites are currently legal in Australia, but many do not have adequate controls preventing them from generating images of children. ⌘ Read more
Cloud Native Computing Foundation Grows by Over 26 New Silver Members
New members join CNCF’s vibrant community, working to resolve the pressing challenges organizations face as the technology landscape evolves Seattle, WA – CloudNativeSecurityCon North America – June 26, 2024 – The Cloud Native Computing Foundation® (CNCF®), which builds… ⌘ Read more
Free fibre-to-your-home upgrades a game-changer for Australians
As part of the NBN Co initiative, SpinTel is offering free FTTP upgrades to eligible customers, playing a pivotal role in this national digital transformation. ⌘ Read more
Apple’s future could be shaped outside the US amid $57b threat in Europe
Apple has just become the first tech giant to be accused of breaching new European competition laws designed to rein in Big Tech. ⌘ Read more
Neo6502 A Modern Open Source Retro Computer with W65C02 and RP2040
The Olimex Neo6502 integrates classic computing architecture with modern enhancements, targeting enthusiasts of retro computing technology. This device leverages the W65C02 processor, operating at a frequency of 6.25 MHz, and incorporates an RP2040 co-processor that manages RAM, graphics, and additional computational tasks. This dual-processor setup enables the Neo6502 to surpass traditional 6502-based systems … ⌘ Read more
CY8CKIT-062S2-AI Kit: Ready-to-Deploy ML Models and Comprehensive Onboard Sensors
The CY8CKIT-062S2-AI PSoC 6 AI Evaluation Kit from Infineon Technologies provides a compact and powerful platform for developers interested in edge AI applications. This kit is compatible with Imagimob Studio, facilitating the entire machine learning process from initial model training to final deployment within a unified setup. The core of the kit is the PSoC […] ⌘ Read more
Why your next laptop will be the smartest of the lot
In the 1980s, the best laptop let you edit documents on the go. Today they can produce their own documents and images on demand, and process anything they see and hear. ⌘ Read more
‘Careful who you get into bed with’: Sleeping Duck case rocks start-up sector
The mattress maker’s court trial, which resembled a real-life episode of Shark Tank, offered a rare glimpse into how the start-up sausage is made. ⌘ Read more
Amazon Could Charge Up to $10/Month for Alexa
Apple competitor Amazon is working on a revamp of its Alexa assistant, and the new version could cost up $10 per month, according to a report from Reuters. The upcoming version of Alexa will support conversational generative AI, and Amazon is planning for two tiers of service.
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Kubestronaut in Orbit: Zhilong Wang
Get to know Zhilong Wang Zhilong Wang is one of the first our our Kubestronauts in China. As a cloud-native technology expert, he has over 10 years of frontline experience in internet development and architecture, specializing in Service… ⌘ Read more
Forlinx’s New SoM Leverages Rockchip RK3562J Quad-Core Processor
Forlinx Embedded has launched the FET3562J-C SoM, a versatile system on module with an optional 1 TOPS NPU, optimized for a broad range of applications including industrial automation, consumer electronics, smart healthcare, energy, and telecommunications. The FET3562J-C SoM, powered by the Rockchip RK3562J processor with advanced 22nm process technology, features four ARM Cortex-A53 cores operating […] ⌘ Read more
Erlang Solutions: Exploring Key Trends in Digital Payments
Digital payments are essential to the global economy and have seen rapid and significant changes in recent years.
Let’s take a look at the key trends of this change and some of the emerging digital trends are broadening the payments ecosystem. We’ll look at how payments work and the broader payments ecosystem.
The look into the digital payments landscapeEvolving customer expectations and technological advances are drivin … ⌘ Read more
New horror game is The Thing on a Scottish oil rig
Cosmic forces visit a deep-sea drilling operation in this evocative but slightly too-thin Scottish horror story. ⌘ Read more
AI not eating jobs at Telstra says tech boss
Telstra’s top tech executive Kim Krogh Andersen says there’s a fundamental misunderstanding about the telco’s use of AI, as the company joins a UN working group on the issue. ⌘ Read more
Social media age limits would ‘exacerbate the problem’, says expert
A ban on social media for children under 16 is technically unfeasible and would not work, according to one US technology veteran. ⌘ Read more
Apple’s Phone App Finally Supports T9 Dialing in iOS 18
T9 dialing, or Text on 9 keys, is a predictive text technology that emerged in the 90s to make it easier to type text messages on devices with limited input options, such as traditional mobile phones with numeric keypads. Each number key (2-9) on a T9 keypad is mapped to a set of letters. For example, the key “2” corresponds to “ABC,” “3” to “DEF,” and so on.
![](https://images.macrumors.com/article-new/2024/06/t9-dialing-phone-keypad-ios- … ⌘ Read more
It’s Apple v Microsoft as tech titans battle for AI supremacy
Apple Intelligence will go head-to-head with Microsoft’s Copilot+ PCs, which are being launched this week. ⌘ Read more
Facebook, Instagram are using your data – and you can’t opt out
If you’re one of the millions of Australians using Facebook or Instagram, Meta is using your data to train its AI – and unlike people in the European Union, you can’t stop them. ⌘ Read more
Top Stories: WWDC Recap With iOS 18, Apple Intelligence, and More
WWDC 2024 kicked off on Monday with a jam-packed keynote revealing iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and more, all fueled by upcoming Apple Intelligence technology.
We’ve highlighted the major announcements below, but be sure to check out our recap post that includes a video going over the highlights plus links … ⌘ Read more
IBASE Launches IB200: 2.5″ Compact SBC with AMD Ryzen for Edge Computing
IBASE Technology Inc has announced the release of its first ultra-compact 2.5″ single board computer, the IB200, specifically engineered for edge computing environments. The IB200 leverages the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2000 Series, providing enhanced graphics processing capabilities, ideal for applications requiring high computational power in a small form factor. The IB200, an industrial-grade SBC, signif … ⌘ Read more
We tried the $2000 baby tech dividing parents
We road-test the controversial Snoo smart bassinet: how much tech is too much for your baby? ⌘ Read more
Telstra ditches carbon credits to push harder on direct emissions
The telco giant, one of Australia’s largest electricity users, has beefed up its 2030 emissions reduction targets and won’t use carbon offsets to get there. ⌘ Read more
LXC vs. Docker: Which One Should You Use?
Explore the key differences between Docker and LXC, including use cases and technical requirements, to determine which containerization technology best suits your project needs. ⌘ Read more
ICOP Enhances NX8MM-35 SBC for Industrial Applications with Updated LVDS & HDMI Interfaces
ICOP Enhances NX8MM-35 SBC for Industrial Applications with Updated LVDS & HDMI Interfaces
ICOP Technology has revised its NX8MM-35 series, an industrial Single-Board Computer originally launched in April 2023. Following extensive customer feedback over the year, ICOP stated that they modified this NXP based SBC to better support LVDS displays for industrial applica … ⌘ Read more
Leveraging technology on the frontlines of emergency: How communities of developers are taking action
From sending emergency alerts about nearby fires to mapping services in refugee camps, developers are taking action to solve global problems.
The post [Leveraging technology on the frontlines of emergency: How communities of developers are taking action](https://github.blog/2024-06-12-leveraging-technology-on-the-frontlines-of-emergenc … ⌘ Read more
Thirteen is too young to be on social media. We have an idea to fix that
At present, there is no minimum age requirement under Australian law to access social media. That needs to change. ⌘ Read more
Cloud Native Computing Foundation and Linux Foundation Release Line-up for KubeCon + CloudNativeCon + Open Source Summit + AI_dev China 2024
In Hong Kong this summer, cloud native enthusiasts from across Asia and around the world will convene to move forward cloud native, open source, and AI technologies Hong Kong – June 12, 2024 – The Cloud Native Computing… ⌘ Read more
Ubisoft developers share fresh insights on open world Star Wars: Outlaws game
Star Wars Outlaws is the next big video game set in a galaxy far far away. 9news.com.au caught up with Ubisoft’s Matthieu Delisle and John Bjorling to learn all about it. Star Wars: Outlaws releases on console and PC on August 30. ⌘ Read more
Mixtile mPCIe Module Adds Zigbee & Z-Wave Support to Mixtile Edge 2
The Mixtile 2-in-1 Zigbee & Z-Wave mPCIe Interface Module enhances smart home gateways by integrating advanced wireless technologies. This new product is designed for any IoT gateway with a mini PCIe interface running Home Assistant, it also works seamlessly with the Mixtile Edge 2 Kit, offering versatility for various setups. The Mixtile module incorporates two […] ⌘ Read more
Apple unveils major iPhone software overhaul
Apple has announced a raft of changes to its iOS operating system which operates on all iPhones. ⌘ Read more
The questions Apple needs to answer about its big AI move
Apple’s OpenAI tie-up will power new features and encourage upgrades to the newest devices, but it does raise some concerns about privacy. ⌘ Read more
Apple unveils major iPhone software overhaul
Apple has announced a raft of changes to its iOS operating system which operates on all iPhones. ⌘ Read more
Apple Intelligence: The AI features coming to your iPhone
The collection of AI tools, which includes text rewriting and summaries, photo editing and an optional integration with ChatGPT, will arrive later this year. ⌘ Read more
Apple Intelligence: The AI features coming to your iPhone
The collection of AI tools, which includes text rewriting and summaries, photo editing and an optional integration with ChatGPT, will arrive later this year. ⌘ Read more
‘Open it up’: Australia Post faces calls to share with other carriers
Rival parcel businesses and some community post offices say they’re being unfairly treated by the government-owned company. ⌘ Read more
Top-selling video games lead Xbox’s annual refresh
Call of Duty and Doom games will head to the Game Pass subscription on Xbox and PC, but will also be available to purchase on the rival PlayStation 5 console. ⌘ Read more
Apple turns to ChatGPT to unleash Siri’s potential
When a 23-year-old Sam Altman took the stage at Apple’s annual developer conference in 2008, he gushed about the tech giant. Now they are back together, but with a twist. ⌘ Read more
Apple eyes a deal with the AI king to unleash Siri
When a 23-year-old Sam Altman took the stage at Apple’s annual developer conference in 2008, he gushed about the tech giant. Now they are back together, but with a twist. ⌘ Read more
Picturesque smart speaker gives good sound with no tech clutter
Getting a satisfying noise out of a thin, wall-mounted device is no small feat, but Samsung’s Music Frame strikes a good balance considering its unobtrusive looks. ⌘ Read more
Top Stories: WWDC Next Week With iOS 18 Beta and More
WWDC is right around the corner! All eyes will be on Cupertino next week as Apple takes the wraps off the next major updates to iOS, macOS, and other platforms.
Artificial intelligence is the hottest buzzword in technology these days, and Apple will be getting on that train with Monday’s announcements, pushing beyond its existing machine learning features to deploy mo … ⌘ Read more
Kubestronaut in Orbit: Khushboo Khatter
Get to know Khushboo Khushboo Khatter is an IT professional with over 8 years of experience and 6 of those working with Kubernetes. She has a passion for cloud technologies and enjoys exploring cutting-edge CNCF tools. She has… ⌘ Read more
Erlang Solutions: 10 Unusual Blockchain Use Cases
When Blockchain technology was first introduced with Bitcoin in 2009, no one could have foreseen its impact on the world or the unusual cases of blockchain that have emerged. Fast forward to now and Blockchain has become popular for its ability to ensure data integrity in transactions and smart contracts.
Thanks to its cost-effectiveness, transparency, speed and top security, it has found its way into many industries, with blockchain spending exp … ⌘ Read more
AI dominance makes Nvidia now bigger than Apple
Once a niche tech firm for video game players, AI chip maker Nvidia is now the world’s second-most valuable company with a market cap of more than $US3 trillion. ⌘ Read more
Sydney hospital testing phone gadget to help detect skin cancer risk
Experts are testing a smartphone gadget that is capable of identifying a person’s risk of developing skin cancer in their eyes. ⌘ Read more
Four’N Twenty owner Patties Foods hit by data leak, investigating source of breach
Thousands of documents, including invoices, orders and banking information of the parent company of a handful of major food brands were leaked online via an unprotected database. ⌘ Read more
Privacy watchdog sues Medibank over cyber hack
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner alleges Medibank breached privacy laws and exposed its customers to risk of identity theft, extortion and financial crime. ⌘ Read more
New app offers bargain on bakery treats being thrown out
A new app is launching in Sydney that offers customers the chance to buy discounted baked goods that would otherwise be thrown out at the end of the day. ⌘ Read more
Can you save money with BYO storage on laptops and phones?
Samsung’s Galaxy A55 only has 128GB of internal storage – tiny compared to other phones. But a good quality 256GB card triples the storage for about $30. ⌘ Read more