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Historic Pentium FDIV Bug Finally Located After 30 Years
Hardware historian Ken Shirriff has identified the exact transistors responsible for Intel's infamous $475 million FDIV bug from 1994 through microscopic analysis. The discovery reveals how five missing transistors in the Pentium's floating-point unit caused one of computing's costliest errors.
Google's $20B Green Energy Push: Powering AI with Renewable Infrastructure
Google announces a groundbreaking $20 billion investment in renewable energy infrastructure to power its AI data centers, partnering with Intersect Power and TPG Rise Climate. The initiative aims to match new data centers with equivalent wind and solar power generation, addressing the surging energy demands of artificial intelligence operations.
Reddit Unleashes AI-Powered Search Feature Amid User Privacy Concerns
Reddit launches 'Reddit Answers', an AI tool that generates summaries from community discussions while linking to original threads. The feature follows major AI partnerships with Google and OpenAI, though some users resist these AI initiatives through deliberate data manipulation.
Nintendo Switch 2 Design Potentially Leaked in Accessory Maker's Promotional Video
Gaming peripheral manufacturer Satisfye inadvertently revealed what appears to be Nintendo's unannounced Switch 2 console design in a promotional video for their upcoming ZenGrip 2 accessory. The now-removed trailer showed a blurred console outline with features matching previous Switch 2 prototype leaks.
Transform Your iPhone into a Complete Mobile Workstation: Essential Travel Accessories
Discover how to turn your iPhone into a powerful mobile workstation with carefully selected accessories, eliminating the need for a laptop while traveling. Learn about the essential gadgets that enable a lightweight yet productive mobile office setup.
Raspberry Pi 500: The All-in-One Desktop Evolution of Pi 5
Raspberry Pi Foundation unveils the Pi 500, a sleek $90 keyboard-computer hybrid packing an 8GB Pi 5. The innovative design includes a complete I/O array and optional $100 companion monitor, making desktop computing more accessible than ever.
Apple Faces $1.2 Billion Lawsuit Over iCloud CSAM Detection Failure
A major lawsuit seeks damages from Apple for failing to implement child abuse material detection on iCloud, despite having developed the technology. The case highlights the complex balance between digital privacy and user safety, with potential damages exceeding $1.2 billion.
Apple's iOS 18.2 RC2 Brings Major AI Features Including ChatGPT Integration
Apple releases second RC versions of iOS 18.2 and other OS updates, introducing groundbreaking AI capabilities including ChatGPT-powered Siri and Visual Intelligence. The update expands Apple Intelligence services while adding practical features like AirTag location sharing.
Bluesky Unveils Premium Subscription Plans with Bluesky+ Mockup
Social network Bluesky reveals plans for an $8 monthly premium service offering enhanced features like high-quality video uploads and profile customization. The platform explores various monetization strategies while emphasizing that all details remain in development.