Something odd has been happening for the last few months. YesterdayThe Information followed with a more extensive scoopon the same subject. But Apples AI boondoggle shouldnt be a surprise. © Florence Ion / Gizmodo Weve got AI pins, and buttons, and glasses. Getting into the mix this early was always odd for Apple. Apple screwed up and is now using its incredible resources to fix its problems. Weve now seen three different significant leaks from the company about those issues....

Black Mirroris back, and its a strong season overall. If youre a fan of Charlie Brookers series, you should definitely watch the whole drop without skipping any. Common People distills a lot of anguish into its plot. Emma Corrin as a vintage Hollywood star in “Hotel Reverie.“© Netflix Theres the horrors of chronic illness and becoming dependent on an uncaring healthcare industry. Its a small moment, but it captures the tone at work here with expert precision....

In a world of tinny portable speakers, the Bose SoundLink Flex stands apart. Audiophiles will appreciate the speakers ability to handle complex musical arrangements without distortion, even at higher volumes. Durability is a key feature. © Bose The IP67 rating means its completely waterproof and dustproof, while the silicone-wrapped body protects against drops and shocks. you might confidently take this speaker anywhere without worrying about damage from the elements or accidental drops....

CBS Newsfirst reportedon the mass layoffs Thursday, citing multiple anonymous officials. The VSP isfundedby fees paid by cruise ship companies, for instance, not taxpayers. Despite these shortages, VSP staff inspected nearly 200 ships last fiscal year. Norovirus is the leading cause of foodborne illness in the U.S., and it’s also a common culprit of cruise-related outbreaks.© Just dance via Shutterstock These outbreaks on both land and sea may be fueled by theemergence of a new variantof the virus....

But prosecutors say the company relied almost entirely on human workers to complete checkouts. According to the indictment, Nates actual automation rate was effectively zero. Maybe by AI, the company was actually referring to Asian Intelligence. The founder of an AI shopping app has been charged with fraud after it was learned the app relied on humans in the Philippine to complete transactions.Tada Images/Getty Nate raised over $50 million between 2018 and 2021....

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According to a new report, high-level members of the Trump administration feel the same way. The outlet reports: Some senior Trump administration officials and Cabinet members have found themselves deeply annoyed by Musk. I have been in the same room with Elon, and he always tries to be funny. © ROBIN LEGRAND/AFP via Getty Images And hes not funny. Like, at all, the senior official told the magazine. I keep using the word annoying; a lot of people who have to deal with him do....

Weve all been there and its not ideal if packing gives you anxiety (raises hand). And for your Mario party theres cuteaccessoriesandtops. Whats really neat is that even Epic Universes official merchandise is also available to nab in advance. © Epic Universe The widest selection of pre-arrival shopping I would say is the Universal Monsters. The Dark Universe branded character re-designs of Dracula and friends are going to be a hot commodity....

It has found its Apple Watch equivalent. The Pixel Watch 4, which we expect later this year, is already trudging through the rumor mill. Google has purportedly made some nice tweaks to it. The Pixel Watch 4 has already started its rounds in the rumor mill.© Florence Ion / Gizmodo However, most of the changes are minimal. They remind me of how Apple updates the Apple Watch every year, but only alittlebit....

ForJames Cameron, saving the movie business might come down to using AI. In the old days, I would have founded a company to figure it out. Ive learned maybe thats not the best way to do it. The goal was to understand the space, to understand whats on the minds of the developers. What are they targeting? Whats their development cycle? Now thats not about laying off half the staff and at the effects company....

But sometimes, the gas giant gets the best of it. ET, which was about an hour ahead of its scheduled flyby. Juno entered safe mode again around 45 minutes after perijove, or its close approach to Jupiter. An illustration of NASA’s Juno flying above Jupiter’s Great Red Spot.NASA/JPL-Caltech During safe mode, nonessential functions on the spacecraft are suspended. Juno powered down its science instruments while keeping its communication and power management systems on....

This impressive combination of talent elevatedMoonriseto must-watch status before a single frame was seen. This global AI connection, trusted wholeheartedly by humanity and followed without question, meticulously oversees global politics. However, his mission turns unexpectedly when he discovers that a childhood friend is fighting on the opposing side. © Wit Studio/Netflix Towering CG space freighters boast intricate architectural designs meticulously crafted from stern to bow. Another small but not insignificant quality that makesMoonrisestand out: Arakawas comfy character designs....

Imagine just casually having one ofC-3POs feet displayed in your home. Can you actually wear it? The back of the shell is intentionally split to allow a foot and shoe to slip into it. © Heritage Auctions/HA.com Not that you would want to walk around in such a priceless bit ofStar Warshistory, mind you! A glorious trophy case is the proper way to present something like this. Want more io9 news?...