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Apple Watch's Crash Detection Feature Saves Driver from Submerged Vehicle
A Massachusetts man's life was saved when his Apple Watch automatically contacted emergency services after his car plunged into a pool. The device's Crash Detection feature proved crucial as the unconscious driver regained awareness underwater and was guided to safety by operators.
PCIe 7.0 Specification Promises Blazing 512GB/s Speeds by 2025
The PCI-SIG has released a draft of PCIe 7.0 that aims to double PCIe 6.0 speeds to 128GT/s, enabling transfer rates up to 512GB/s. While the specification shows promise, historical patterns suggest actual devices may take several years to reach consumers after the 2025 final release.
China Launches Probe into US CHIPS Act, Claims Unfair Competition in Semiconductor Industry
China's Ministry of Commerce investigates $52.7 billion US semiconductor subsidies, alleging harm to domestic chipmakers through artificially low chip prices. The probe highlights escalating tensions in the global semiconductor market as China seeks to protect its investments and expand manufacturing capacity.
Americans Rush to Learn Chinese as TikTok Users Migrate to RedNote Platform
Following TikTok's impending U.S. ban, Duolingo reports a 216% surge in Americans learning Mandarin Chinese as users transition to RedNote, a Chinese social media platform. The language learning app has capitalized on this cultural shift through viral content, while seeing significant growth in downloads and rankings.
Stanford Law Professor Cuts Ties with Meta Over Cultural Changes and Leadership Direction
A prominent Stanford professor has ended his professional relationship with Meta, citing concerns over the company's shift toward 'toxic masculinity' under Zuckerberg's leadership. The decision comes amid controversial changes at Meta, including reduced fact-checking and DEI initiatives.
Tech Leaders Rally Behind Trump: Apple CEO Tim Cook to Attend Inauguration Following $1M Donation
Apple CEO Tim Cook joins Silicon Valley's elite at Trump's inauguration after contributing $1M to the inaugural fund. The move follows strategic engagement with Trump's administration, particularly regarding tariff policies affecting Apple's product lineup.
AMD Unveils Budget-Friendly Ryzen 5 7400F for AM5 Platform
AMD expands its processor lineup with the Ryzen 5 7400F, offering an affordable entry point into Zen 4 architecture with six cores and twelve threads. The new CPU maintains impressive specs while targeting budget-conscious builders with an expected price around $150.
Disney Parks Unveils Real-Time Food Order Tracking on iPhone Lock Screen
Disney World and Disneyland introduce innovative food ordering system leveraging iPhone's Live Activities and Dynamic Island features for seamless order tracking. The new capability allows guests to monitor orders directly from their Lock Screen, enhancing convenience across select dining locations.
DJI Unveils Revolutionary Flip Drone with Bicycle-Inspired Design
DJI's latest entry-level drone features an innovative carbon fiber spoke design and impressive 4K camera capabilities at just $439. The Flip combines simplified operation with advanced features like automatic power-on and 31-minute flight time.