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Google’s NotebookLM has a new feature enabling it to find and summarize its own web sources. OpenAI’s new image-generation feature in ChatGPT is proving popular with users. Can extended reality tech help change the way we eat? And Apple might be upgrading the telephoto lens in the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro. Starring Sarah Lane, RobbContinue reading “Brocco-Lie – DTNS Live 4990”

We break down Nintendo’s Switch 2 announcement. Does screen time in bed contribute to insomnia? And did OpenAI train its GPT-4o model on paywalled books from O’Reilly Media without permission. Starring Sarah Lane, Jenn Cutter, Roger Chang, Joe. MP3 Download Using a Screen Reader? Click here Download the (VIDEO VERSION), here. Watch Live Monday-Friday atContinue reading “Nintendo Switch 2: You Know You Want One! – DTNS Live 4989”

What is an “open-weight” language model and is it the same as an open-source model? Jason Howell explains. Can Samsung’s new HW-Q990F with its 23 speakers redefine the performance expectations from a soundbar? And what are the motivations behind Amazon’s new theatrical ambitions. Starring Sarah Lane, Jason Howell, Roger Chang, Joe. MP3 Download Using aContinue reading “The Neighbors Are Listening – DTNS Live 4988”

AI startup, Runway, released its Gen-4 model claiming generate consistent characters, locations, and objects across scenes. Why are AI generated fake movie trailers generating controversy on YouTube. Amazon launched Alexa Plus in early access. And Substack is launching a TikTok-style video feed in its app. Starring Justin Robert Young, Roger Chang, Joe. MP3 Download UsingContinue reading “The Return of Engagement – DTNS Live 4987”

Can AI provide help to patients with rare illnesses using repurposing existing medication? Is Google’s conclusion that news has little to no value to its ad business in Europe a self-interested negotiating tactic? GM seems like really not want people installing Apple CarPlay upgrade kit in its EVs, citing safety concerns and potential warranty issues.Continue reading “AI Cures – DTNS Live 4981”

Apple TV+ Losing is reportedly losing $1 Billion annually. Does that matter? ChatGPT is hit with privacy complaint over defamatory hallucinations in the EU. Are kids having too much screen time in the classroom? TikTok is planning to display real-time Amber Alerts in US users’ For You feeds. Starring Sarah Lane, Robb Dunewood, Roger Chang,Continue reading “ChatSUS – DTNS Live 4980”

Yum Brands, owner of Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut, is partnering with Nvidia to integrate AI into its restaurants. Global shipments of VR headsets are declining? Have we passed peaked consumer VR? How are YouTube gaming influencers impacting video game companies? And Netflix presents its vision for video gaming at GDC. Starring Sarah Lane,Continue reading “NotFlix of Gaming – DTNS Live 4979”

Would you use a deep learning AI to count calories for you? Does retouching a photograph with generative AI tools no longer make it a photograph? Pebble’s creator has a new company called Core Devices, and guess what it’s ready to start selling in two months? And more than 400 Hollywood creative leaders signed anContinue reading “Large Language Meals – DTNS Live 4978”

Discord hopes to expand its reach with its Social SDK enabling game devs to integrate Discord features into their games. Google is turning Taara into its own company. Plus Would you take orders from a robo-boss? Scientists in Poland ran a study to find out. And Warner Bros. Discovery is experimenting with releasing a streamingContinue reading “I DON’T Want My MTV! – DTNS Live 4977”

Bloomberg’s sources say Apple is developing a new AirPods feature to do translations during in-person conversations. Apple says it will support encrypted RCS messaging with Android users. Plus what does equivalent title mean when it comes to swapping out unplayable DVDs? And its Friday and its time for the first great debates of the newContinue reading “The Smurfs of District 9 – DTNS Live 4976”