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AMD Strengthens Its Corporate Responsibilities Initiatives

AMD is a global semiconductor company known for its high-performance computing and graphics solutions. In recent years, the company has made significant strides in its commitment to corporate responsibility, focusing on sustainability, diversity and inclusion, ethical governance, and community engagement ...

AI-Enhanced Next-Gen Smart Glasses Could Revolutionize Wearables

AI has the potential to significantly enhance the appeal of smart glasses for mainstream users by offering personalized, context-aware experiences,” added Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst with SmartTech Research in Las Vegas “With AI, smart glasses can provide...

Amazon Delivery Drone Noise Annoys Some Residents of Texas Town

"Noise pollution is emerging as a significant challenge to Amazon's drone delivery programs," said Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas "The distinct buzzing noise generated by drones during flight has raised concerns among communiti...

PRODUCT REVIEW

Current Backyard Smart Grill: Perfect for Condo and Apartment Living

For the past two decades, I’ve lived in condo-style apartments in various cities, including Houston, Austin, Coral Gables, San Jose, and Las Vegas. I yearned for the day when I could have a gas grill on the patio wherever I lived, but I've been subject to homeowner association rules that prohibit gas grills on patios ...

Monopoly Preservation, Risk Aversion Hurt Google AI Development, Says Gmail Creator

“By prioritizing search, Google might have slowed its AI advancements compared to competitors who aggressively pushed AI boundaries, like OpenAI and Microsoft,” said Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas “This strategic pivot li...

New Qualcomm Chip Could Supercharge Sub-$100 Global 5G Phone Market

Phone makers can also benefit from the platform's versatility and cost-effectiveness, added Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas. “It allows them to design a wide range of devices that cater to various market segments without compromising quality,” he told TechNewsWorld...

AI-Powered Robot Aims To Slash Cost of E-Commerce Deliveries

“Overall, Vayu presents a promising innovation in the field of autonomous delivery, leveraging AI and cost-effective sensor technology to offer a competitive alternative to traditional LiDAR-based systems,” Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas, told the E-Commerce Times...

Charging Station Software Essential to Sustainable EV Growth

“The popularity of EVs has been waning due to several factors, including high initial costs that make them less accessible to a broad range of consumers,” said Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas “Limited charging infrastructu...

REVIEW

Compelling New Headphones From Heavys and Sonos

I recently had the opportunity to explore two new headphones from Sonos and Heavys. Both showcase distinct features and sound profiles that cater to different listening preferences ...

ANALYSIS

Apple Goes All-In on a Privacy-Based AI Experience

Before this year's Worldwide Developer Conference, which Apple conducted earlier this week, AI meant artificial intelligence to most consumers. In classic Apple-esque fashion, we now know the Cupertino-based company wants to redefine AI as "Apple Intelligence." ...

Apple Intelligence Headlines WWDC24 Kickoff Event

Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas, added that Apple's vision of Apple Intelligence is based on personalized experience "People have been focusing on ChatGPT and other AI applications for publicly available content," he told TechNe...

Intel Announces New Tech To Battle in AI Market

Intel also has high hopes for Lunar Lake. "Intel has reason to believe that Lunar Lake might catapult them back into a leadership position against Qualcomm and AMD," Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas, told TechNewsWorld Lunar Lake...

Google Joins AI Laptop Party With Chromebook Plus

Google had to do something to rejuvenate the Chromebook category, maintained Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas. "The Chromebook experience has become long in the tooth," he told TechNewsWorld "Chromebook Plus laptops are a step fo...

ANALYSIS

For Infineon, AI Is the Key to IoT’s Potential

The internet of things (IoT) represents a transformative wave in technology, promising to revolutionize how we interact with our surroundings. The business potential of IoT devices is rapidly evolving, driven by advancements in sensor technology, expanding applications, and increasing connectivity. This evolution is unfolding so swiftly that it is challenging to grasp its implications fully...

Think Tank Issues Guidance for AI Policymakers

Despite concerns about mass unemployment due to AI adoption, economic evidence suggests that this scenario is unlikely to materialize, added Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst with SmartTech Research in San Jose, Calif "Studies indicate that while AI and automation ...

ANALYSIS

Does MediaTek Have an Identity Crisis?

Despite its prominence as a global semiconductor company, MediaTek remains relatively unknown among consumers. While the company has quietly become a significant force in the semiconductor space, it does not possess a brand that rolls off the tongue of most consumers ...

AI-Enhanced Searches May Pose Threat to Creators, Publishers

Creators and publishers may also see some benefits from SGE, argued Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst of SmartTech Research in San Jose, Calif "The Generative Experience tool can potentially transform how users interact with search results by summarizing and synthe...

Apple Muscles Up iPad Pro With M4 Silicon and Tandem OLED Display

"The pencil continues to show how Apple innovates," observed Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in San Jose, Calif "You can use that stylus across their portfolio of iPads using the squeeze capability," he told TechNewsWorld. "That's a signific...

Copyleaks Study Finds Explosive Growth of AI Content on the Web

"Enhancing transparency in the use of AI-generated content is crucial for fostering trust and accountability," agreed Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst of SmartTech Research in San Jose, Calif "Promoting industry standards and best practices for transparency in AI ...

ANALYSIS

Will AI-Enabled Processors Spark a PC Supercycle This Year?

Artificial intelligence (AI) has heralded the start of a technological revolution. This frenzy questions whether AI will, in the next year or two, set in motion a desktop and laptop "supercycle." ...

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