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Apple got a mixed victory in a patent infringement lawsuit against medical device maker Masimo. On Friday, a federal jury determined that Masimo had infringed on some Apple patents, and as part of the verdict, Apple was awarded $250 — yes, just $250 — as a statutory remedy for Masimo’s infringement. $250 is the statutory … Read more
McDonald’s ice cream machines have developed a lousy reputation for being broken when you visit the restaurant, largely due to strict copyright laws that only permit specially licensed technicians to legally repair them. The manufacturers have to license each technician, and they put locks on the McFlurry machines to prevent others from repairing them. However, … Read more
Beyond the Alphabet (Image credit: Nicholas Sutrich / Android Central) Beyond the Alphabet is a weekly column that focuses on the tech world both inside and out of the confines of Mountain View. Samsung did it. It released a foldable phone that doesn’t look like it’s three years old, providing a meaningful upgrade in the … Read more
Ryan Haines / Android Authority Apple has been teasing the release of its upcoming M4 MacBooks, which we should learn more about in the coming week. We’ll have to wait and see what those are all about, but one thing is for sure: most of you can live very happily with an M3 or even … Read more
Former Nvidia engineer Luke Durant, working with the Great Internet Mersenne Prime Search (GIMPS), recently discovered the largest known prime number: (2^136,279,841)-1 or M136279841 (where the number following the letter M represents the exponent). The achievement was detailed on Mersenne.org. Tom’s Hardware reports: This is the largest prime number we’ve seen so far, with the … Read more
In 2020, iPadOS 14 was released with a “Scribble” feature that automatically converts any handwriting written with the Apple Pencil into typed text. Scribble works in any text field, and this means the feature works with the revamped Siri on iPadOS 18.1. iPadOS 18.1 introduces the first Apple Intelligence features, including the ability to type … Read more
The best British shows on Netflix run the gamut from reality shows to documentaries, dramas, horror, and everything in between. Many have won awards — including Black Mirror, The Crown, and Baby Reindeer — while others fly under the radar. If you’re looking for a good British show to watch, Netflix is home to tons … Read more
The best Galaxy Z Fold 6 cases can keep your pricey Galaxy Z Fold 6 safe from drops, scratches, spills, and everyday wear and tear. These cases can also help maintain its physical appeal and boost its resale value. In this article, we’ll share our top seven picks for Galaxy Z Fold 6 cases. Best … Read more
Join our daily and weekly newsletters for the latest updates and exclusive content on industry-leading AI coverage. Learn More Enterprises are beginning to deploy AI agents. However, if organizations plan to deploy agentic ecosystems at scale and improve employee acceptance, they might consider treating AI agents as tools working in the background to avoid intimidating … Read more
Maria Diaz/ZDNET Amazon’s Alexa has been a fixture in my house since it arrived a decade ago. Over time, Alexa devices have multiplied to the point where we have one in every room (and yes, that includes the bathrooms). We use them for lists, timers, and alarms, among other things. We also use them to … Read more