Google Maps is updating its Fused Orientation Provider (FOP) API to improve direction accuracy in busy areas. The update combines gyroscope, accelerometer, and magnetometer data, reducing magnetic interference and benefiting Google Maps and third-party apps on Android 5.0 or above.
Elon Musk criticizes OpenAI’s deviation from mission and advocates AI accessibility for all. Musk announces xAI open sourcing Grok chatbot. OpenAI CEO Altman takes a dig at Musk’s chatbot. Musk, obviously didn’t like the jab and replied with a long-ish message saying “GPT-4 is about as funny as a screendoor on a submarine.”
The Moto G54 budget smartphone, with two variants, has received a price cut. The 8GB version is priced at Rs 13,999, and the 12GB variant is selling at Rs 15,999. It features a 6.5-inch FHD+ display, 120Hz refresh rate, and a 50MP main sensor.
Denver city pays $3.76 million in damages due to a wrongful raid caused by Apple’s Find My app. An elderly woman’s home was mistakenly raided by the police while searching for a stolen truck loaded with guns, ammo, and cash, as reported by CNN. Ruby Johnson filed a lawsuit against Detective Gary Staab and Sgt. Gregory Buschy.
Bobby Kotick, former head of Activision Blizzard, may buy TikTok amid its potential US ban. A bill to sell TikTok is introduced, backed by President Biden. Kotick discussed acquisition with OpenAI head. Activision Blizzard faced a lawsuit. Concerns about data privacy and ties to China persist. TikTok urges American users to support it.
Trent Boult of Mumbai Indians anticipates facing Rajasthan Royals’ Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Boult acknowledges Suryavanshi’s impressive form. He sees it as an exciting challenge. Boult praises Suryavanshi’s fearless approach. Mumbai Indians are on a five-match winning streak. They aim to improve further. The match between Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals is crucial.
Jannik Sinner considered quitting tennis after a three-month doping ban earlier this year, a period he described as deeply turbulent. Despite the unease and feeling unfairly judged by fellow players, he went on to win the Australian Open. Sinner is now eager to return to competition after the ban, dismissing claims of preferential treatment and focusing on his comeback.
