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04 Jun

Spotify Strikes a Sour Note: Premium Prices Increase Again in the US

hightechz.net0 CommentsProductsmusic, Spotify, technology

Brace yourselves, Spotify users – for the second time in less than a year, Spotify is raising prices for its premium subscription plans in the US. The new pricing structure takes effect immediately for new subscribers and will be reflected in existing subscribers' bills on their next billing date starting July 1st. Spotify raises prices for the second time in less than a year. Photo: CNET. The Individual plan, which previously cost $10.99 per month, now jumps to $11.99. The Duo plan, meant for two users sharing an account, sees a $2 bump to $16.99. The Family plan, catering to…

04 Jun

Charging Breakthrough: Phones Juiced Up in a Minute?

hightechz.net0 CommentsProductsapple, Charging, ios, iphone, technology

Hold onto your (almost dead) phones, a new research breakthrough could have you saying goodbye to extended charging times. Scientists at the University of Colorado Boulder have made significant strides in understanding how ions move within supercapacitors, paving the way for a future where charging your phone could take as little as 60 seconds. An image simulating the movement of ions in research. Photo: CU Boulder The key to this dramatic improvement lies in optimizing ion movement. Supercapacitors, unlike traditional batteries, store energy through the accumulation of ions on electrodes. The new study sheds light on how these ions navigate…

04 Jun

Cybersurge! Real Madrid’s Website Overwhelmed by Fans After Mbappé Signing

hightechz.net0 CommentsTrendingfootball, Mbappé, Real Madrid, technology

Real Madrid's dream became a digital nightmare for a short while on Monday. The club's official website buckled under the weight of a virtual stampede as fans around the world rushed to confirm the long-awaited signing of French superstar Kylian Mbappé. The news, an open secret for months, finally became official with a simple statement on the Real Madrid website. However, the sheer volume of visitors eager to witness the confirmation firsthand caused the website to crash. For several minutes, fans were greeted with an "Oops! The system is offside" message, a playful nod to the world of football, instead…

03 Jun

Built for the Toughest Jobs: Samsung Unveils Rugged Galaxy XCover7 and Tab Active5

hightechz.net0 CommentsProductsGalaxy XCover7, samsung, Tab Active5, technology

Samsung is bolstering its presence in the rugged mobile device market with the launch of the Galaxy XCover7 and Tab Active5. These new additions to the Galaxy lineup are designed to withstand the harshest environments, making them ideal companions for frontline workers, construction crews, and anyone who needs a reliable device that can take a beating. Galaxy Active Tab5. Photo: Samsung Both the XCover7 and Tab Active5 boast military-grade durability, meeting the MIL-STD-810H standard. This translates to exceptional resistance to drops, shocks, and extreme temperatures. The XCover7 can survive falls of up to 1.5 meters on steel surfaces, while the Tab…

03 Jun

MrBeast Takes the Crown: YouTube King With 269 Million Subscribers

hightechz.net0 CommentsTrendingMrBeast, PewDiePie, technology, YouTube

Move over PewDiePie, there's a new sheriff in town. MrBeast, the wildly popular YouTuber known for his outlandish stunts and expensive giveaways, has officially dethroned PewDiePie as the channel with the most subscribers on YouTube. This milestone was achieved on June 3, 2024, with MrBeast's subscriber count surpassing a staggering 269 million. YouTube channel MrBeast. Photo: Socialblade screenshot The meteoric rise of MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, is a testament to the ever-evolving landscape of YouTube content creation. Unlike PewDiePie, who rose to fame primarily through gaming videos and comedic vlogs, MrBeast has carved his niche with elaborate…

02 Jun

OpenAI Acknowledges Mystery Behind GPT’s Success: Understanding Lags Behind Progress

hightechz.net0 CommentsAI, Trendingai, chat gpt, open ai, Sam Altman, technology

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has sparked a wave of discussion within the AI community by admitting that the company doesn't completely understand how their flagship language model, GPT, works. This revelation comes despite the continued success of GPT, with its latest iteration undergoing training as of May 2024. CEO OpenAI Sam Altman. Photo: Reuters Altman's comments, made during a recent AI for Good Global Summit, highlight the intriguing paradox of modern AI development. While advancements in large language models (LLMs) like GPT are undeniable, a full grasp of their internal workings often remains elusive. Altman likened the situation to the…

02 Jun

Samsung Takes Charge in the Booming AI Smartphone Market

hightechz.net0 CommentsAI, Productsai smartphone, android, galaxy s24, samsung, technology

Samsung has claimed the top spot in the burgeoning AI smartphone market for the first quarter of 2024. This dominance is largely attributed to the success of their Galaxy S24 series, particularly the flagship Galaxy S24 Ultra, which boasted over 30% of the market share for GenAI-capable smartphones. Generative AI (GenAI) refers to a type of artificial intelligence that can create entirely new content, from images and text to even music. Top 10 smartphones supporting Gen AI in the first quarter. Photo: Counterpoint Research. The overall smartphone market saw healthy growth of 11% year-on-year, with a significant portion of this…

30 May

Google Makes a Big Bet on Malaysia: $2 Billion Investment to Fuel Cloud Growth

hightechz.net0 CommentsBusinessCloud, Google, Malaysia, technology

Tech giant Google has set its sights on Malaysia's digital future with a hefty investment of $2 billion USD. This significant commitment will see Google develop its first data center and a Google Cloud hub in the Southeast Asian nation. The move signifies Google's confidence in Malaysia's potential as a regional tech hub and its ambition to expand its cloud computing services in the market. Google said it will invest 2 billion USD in Malaysia to develop data centers and cloud services. Photo: Shutterstock The new data center and cloud hub are expected to bring several benefits to Malaysia. Firstly,…

30 May

Social Media Outage: Facebook and Messenger Hit by Glitch on May 30th

hightechz.net0 CommentsTechnologyfacebook, Messenger, meta, technology

Many Facebook users woke up to an unwelcome surprise on the morning of May 30th. The social media platform, along with its messaging service Messenger, encountered an error that left users temporarily unable to access their accounts. The cause of the outage is still under investigation by Facebook engineers. The glitch caused frustration for many, as Facebook and Messenger have become ingrained in everyday communication for millions around the world. Users were met with error messages when trying to log in or access their accounts, hindering their ability to connect with friends, family, and colleagues. While the outage wasn't widespread…

29 May

Mt. Gox Stirs the Market: Massive Bitcoin Transfer to Unknown Wallet

hightechz.net0 CommentsBlockchain, TrendingBitcoin, blockchain, Mt. Gox, technology

The long-dormant Mt. Gox, once the world's leading Bitcoin exchange, has rekindled concerns after a series of large Bitcoin transfers to an unidentified wallet. This unexpected activity, totaling over 140,000 BTC (worth roughly $9 billion at the time), has sent shockwaves through the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin price plummeted after Mt. Gox is acting strange. Photo: CoinGape. A Troubled Past, a Puzzling Present Mt. Gox's history is marred by a devastating hack in 2014, resulting in the loss of hundreds of thousands of Bitcoins belonging to its users. The exchange subsequently shut down and filed for bankruptcy, leaving a trail of…