[ad_1] Typically, companies use GPUs as acceleration hardware in implementing deep learning in technology. But this is pricey — top of the line GPU platforms cost around $100,000. Rice researchers have now created a cost-saving alternative, an algorithm called sub-linear deep learning engine (SLIDE) that is able to do the same job of implementing deep […]
Category: personalcomputing
Intel’s 10th-gen desktop CPUs are coming soon, according to a Dell ad
[ad_1] Intel has already released X-series chips including the flagship i9-10980XE with 18 cores. However, as the company specifically told Engadget, those are 9th-, not 10th-generation CPUs. So, we’re still waiting for Intel’s 10th-gen desktop lineup to replace its current i9-9900k (and below) performance chips. These chips are pretty crucial for Intel in its fight […]
‘Half Life: Alyx’ gameplay videos showcase gravity gloves and more
[ad_1] Having played Half-Life 2 and its subsequent DLC countless times, the most jarring aspect of the trailers is the fact Valve recast Alyx. She’s now voiced by Ozioma Akagha (Mirror’s Edge: Catalyst, Runaways), instead of series veteran Merle Dandridge. However, once you get past that, there are a variety of interesting details on display. […]
‘Overwatch’ college esports series will award $40,000 in scholarships
[ad_1] The first Collegiate Clash is due to start in late March and will broadcast live on UMG’s Twitch channel. The notion of elevating college players isn’t completely novel. Epic is starting official Fortnite college circuits, for instance. However, this could be helpful for any student who’s hoping to compete in the Overwatch League or […]
Co-head of ‘Call of Duty’ studio Treyarch leaves after 13 years
[ad_1] Blundell started on the series as a producer for Call of Duty 3, but he’s best known for managing its long-running zombies mode. He headed up both the undead mode and the main story for Black Ops 3, and focused on zombies for Black Ops 4. There’s little doubt that he played an influential […]
Microsoft will remove Cortana from its Android launcher in April
[ad_1] Microsoft says it will discontinue Cortana services in the application by the end of April. “This next step in Cortana’s evolution will bring enhanced, seamless personal productivity assistance as a free update to the latest version of Windows 10 coming this spring,” the company said. It’s not overly surprising to see Microsoft remove Cortana […]
Coronavirus bursts Big Tech’s bubble
[ad_1] During RSA’s second day, the City of San Francisco declared a State of Emergency. By day three, California confirmed its first Coronavirus case of unknown origin, sending the world outside RSA into a tailspin. Needless to say, this was not one of the viruses 40,000 infosec professionals were looking for. However, RSA is a […]
Apple’s keyboard cover for the next iPad Pro could add a trackpad
[ad_1] With the launch of iPadOS, Apple’s tablet has become more of a conventional computing device than ever. As such, it makes sense that the line between iPad Pro and laptop could become even more blurred. A rumor from The Information claims Apple is gearing up to mass produce a new keyboard accessory for the […]
Minecraft Festival is coming to Orlando in September
[ad_1] Tickets will start at $60 for a one-day pass and $165 for all three days, and everyone who attends will get an in-game Minecraft Festival cap that works with both Bedrock and Java. Like many conventions, though, there are incentives to pay extra. A $225 Gold package gives you early access to exhibits, panels […]
Microsoft won’t be at GDC because of coronavirus
[ad_1] “After a close review of guidance by global health authorities and out of an abundance of caution, we’ve made the difficult decision to withdraw from participating at Game Developers Conference 2020 in San Francisco,” Microsoft said in a blog post. “The health and safety of players, developers, employees, and our partners around the world […]