John Routledge - Technoshia

24 Sep

The Google Photos video editor is getting AI, because of course it is

John RoutledgeLatest News

Google added some new features and updates to the video editor in Google Photos for Android and iOS users, according to the app's support page.The biggest update brings new “AI-powered video presets” to both versions of the app. These new presets automatically trim the length of videos, adjust the lighting, change the speed and apply new effects with just a…

24 Sep

The new Alienware Pro Headset has graphene-coated drivers and lasts up to 75 hours

John RoutledgeLatest News

Alienware debuted its Pro Mouse and Keyboard in January at CES 2024, and now the company is introducing the Pro Headset as part of the series. As with the mouse and keyboard, Alienware worked with more than 100 esports competitors and streamers for their input before combining it with its technical knowledge. The result after 18 months of testing is…

24 Sep

HP’s Print AI will offer a better way to print websites

John RoutledgeLatest News

HP just announced HP Print AI, which is being advertised as “the industry’s first intelligent print” experience. Beyond squeezing in tech’s two favorite letters (AI), the software looks to “simplify and enhance printing from setup to support.” There are several tools here, but the most interesting aspect is something called Perfect Output.This could actually solve the problem of printing from…

24 Sep

Sony’s latest Inzone monitors are made for FPS and PS5 gamers

John RoutledgeLatest News

Monitor makers today compete with each other to create the best esports-worthy displays that are fit for competition use. Sony is no exception, as it introduced its Inzone headsets and displays in 2022, beginning with the M3 and M9. Today, the company is introducing the new Inzone M9 II and M10S gaming monitors to solidify its place in the competitive…

24 Sep

Warner Bros. Discovery teams up with Google to generate captions using AI

John RoutledgeLatest News

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has agreed a deal with Google Cloud to use the latter's Vertex AI to generate captions for programming across a variety of platforms. WBD claims that its Caption AI system can significantly reduce production time and costs while improving the accuracy of captions for US-based viewers.The tech will be used for unscripted programming at the outset,…

24 Sep

TikTok Music is on its way out

John RoutledgeLatest News

TikTok Music is shutting down following an attempt to translate views on its base app to music streaming. The music arm announced the news that accounts will close by November 28, with all user data and login information deleted.Google subscribers whose subscription ends after November 28 should automatically get a refund or can request one through Google Play before TikTok…

24 Sep

The Nintendo Switch OLED model is $50 off right now

John RoutledgeLatest News

Fall is officially here, and it's time to get cozy on the couch with some tea and a portable game console. If you're looking for a new one or have yet to pick one up, check out the Nintendo Switch OLED. The device is currently on sale for $300, down from $350 — a 14 percent discount. The markdown is…

24 Sep

Marshall’s latest Bluetooth headphones promise improved noise cancellation and extreme battery life

John RoutledgeLatest News

We own many devices that run on batteries, and recharging them can be a pain. It’s always welcome when a new device offers plenty of battery life. As if answering these prayers, Marshall has now released its new Monitor III ANC headphones, and you can expect them to run all day.Marshall says that you can enjoy up to 70 hours…

24 Sep

How to stream via a VPN on Roku

John RoutledgeLatest News

The Roku smart TV platform is an accessible way to watch your favorite streaming content in a centralized location – either built-in to TVs, or by adding affordable dongles or mini boxes, like the new-for-2024 Roku Ultra, to older televisions. One big advantage of the Roku platform is that it's always getting free software updates to keep it current —…

24 Sep

OpenAI’s X account was hacked to promote a crypto scam

John RoutledgeLatest News

OpenAI opened a newsroom Twitter account earlier this month and it's already been hacked. The new handle was taken over by a crypto scammer promoting a fake OpenAI token that was in reality a scam to steal Bitcoins. That follows similar hacks of three key OpenAI employee X accounts over the last 15 months, including the one belonging to CTO…