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September 01, 2025
Apple's latest iPhone and Apple Watch feature, Crash Detection, promises to enhance safety on the road—though it might go off unexpectedly during a rollercoaster ride! Powered by advanced sensors like gyroscopes and accelerometers, the feature detects G-Forces and utilizes multiple data points, including GPS, microphone sounds, and barometer readings, to accurately determine whether a crash has occurred. Apple worked closely with crash labs and imported historical data from transportation safety authorities to fine-tune this technology, ensuring it's not easily triggered by minor bumps.
In emergencies, your device can automatically contact 911 or utilize satellite connectivity when cellular networks fail. The iPhone and Apple Watch share the same accuracy but adapt to their unique placements for effective monitoring.
Excitingly, Apple plans to continually refine this feature over time.
In a bold move to solidify its standing in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, the Chinese government has set its sights on challenging giants like Elon Musk’s Neuralink. With an ambitious plan to spearhead BCI breakthroughs by 2027 and establish a competitive global industry by 2030, China's strategy indicates its readiness to transfer research into practical outcomes.
Experts highlight China’s knack for swift commercialization, drawing parallels with its successes in photovoltaics and electric cars. Notably, while the U.
S. has been advancing in BCI with firms like Neuralink, China is rapidly catching up with promising trials in neural-controlled devices.
The government's roadmap includes ethical guidelines and a framework to enhance key technologies, entirely manifesting its commitment to becoming a BCI powerhouse.
NBA star Tristan Thompson is dribbling into the tech world with his groundbreaking initiative, TracyAI—a cutting-edge artificial intelligence platform designed for basketball fans. In a recent chat on Yahoo Finance's Financial Freestyle podcast, Thompson, known for his championship career, revealed his passion for merging sports with technology.
He believes AI, projected to soar to $3.6 trillion by 2034, can revolutionize how fans interact with basketball, delivering real-time analysis and insights drawn directly from professional team data.
Thompson sees TracyAI as the ultimate sports analyst, providing fans with analytics that traditional platforms can't match. This innovative project taps into the untapped potential of AI in sports, and Thompson aims to be a pioneer.
With an entrepreneurial spirit and a vision for enhancing the fan experience, he’s excited to lead the charge into a new era of basketball analytics.
Unlock the full audio potential of your Sony headphones with the amazing DSEE (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine)! This little-known feature enhances the quality of compressed audio files, making every track—from classic albums to forgotten MP3s—sound rich and immersive. Whether you’re listening through Spotify or your own library, turning on DSEE will dramatically boost clarity and depth, especially on Android devices.
Activating this game-changing feature is a breeze: just pair your headphones with the Sony Sound Connect app, dive into the EQ settings, and toggle DSEE Extreme on. With this easy adjustment, you’ll discover why audiophiles swear by Sony’s audio technologies.
Get ready for an exciting unveiling at Apple’s ‘Awe Dropping’ event on September 9, where tech enthusiasts can expect the debut of the much-anticipated iPhone 17 series! This year, Apple is rolling out five models, including the sleek iPhone 17 Air and the powerhouse iPhone 17 Pro Max, showcasing innovations like the A19 Bionic chip, a high-performance camera system, and stunning titanium finishes exclusive to the Pro models. Alongside new iPhones, expect updates to the Apple Watch and AirPods, all while Apple deepens its integration of artificial intelligence across devices.
Pricing is set to vary globally, with the iPhone 17 starting around ₹79,900 in India, while the Pro Max could reach ₹1,64,900. As the countdown begins, Apple fans are in for a thrilling day filled with groundbreaking tech and stylish designs, promising to reshape their digital experiences.
Welcome to the latest buzz in the world of electric vehicles (EVs) and autonomous transport! As the federal tax credit for EVs approaches its expiration, many in the industry predict a significant drop in sales—60% of TechCrunch Mobility readers soundly agree. But it’s not just the looming credit that’s causing concern; automakers are also moving to adopt Tesla's North American Charging Standard, leading to a new complication: charging adapters! GM has introduced several new adapters to facilitate charging flexibility, but owning multiple could get cumbersome for two-EV households.
On a brighter note, Waymo is celebrating a milestone—its robotaxi fleet is now over 2,000 strong, including 800 in the Bay Area and 500 in Los Angeles.
The NBA is embracing cutting-edge technology to expand its fanbase and make live games more accessible, particularly for the visually impaired. With ticket prices soaring, the league recognizes the need to adapt and engage underserved audiences.
A standout innovation comes from the Portland Trail Blazers, who have introduced a haptic display—a unique device that allows visually impaired fans to "feel" the game. Users can place their fingers on a model of the court, receiving vibrations that correspond to player movements and scoring events, complemented by an audio feed for additional context.
This groundbreaking solution aims to recreate the excitement of live sports for those who previously felt sidelined. As the NBA evolves to include all fans, this tech-forward approach showcases its commitment to inclusivity while enhancing the overall viewing experience.