NVIDIA generative AI tech can let you have real convos with NPCs

NVIDIA has introduced Avatar Cloud Engine (ACE), a technology that lets gamers have natural conversations with non-playable characters (NPCs) in games. The company showcased the tech at Computex 2023 with a demo called Kairos, where a player chats with an NPC named Jin in a futuristic Ramen shop.

The demo shows how the player can ask Jin about his life and get relevant answers. For example, the player says: “Hey Jin, how are you?” Jin replies: “Unfortunately, not so good. I am worried about the crime around here. It’s gotten bad lately. My ramen shop got caught in the crossfire.”

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Wasserstein’s new stand gives you more control over your Pixel Tablet

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The Google dock for the Pixel Tablet has some perks: it secures, charges, and amplifies the tablet. Plus, it turns it into a hub. But it doesn't let you adjust the viewing angle. And that's what the Wasserstein Adjustable Stand wants to address. It's a pill-shaped base with a ball-and-socket joint that holds the Google dock. It looks like Wasserstein's other stands for the Nest Hub and similar devices. The best part is that you can tilt and swivel the tablet any way you want.

The Wasserstein stand is made of quality materials and certified by Google. It also folds flat for easy portability. You might think the Google dock looks sleeker, but the Wasserstein stand gives you more flexibility. You can order this Pixel Tablet accessory now for only USD 25 (around CAD 34), which is discounted from its regular price of USD 40 (~CAD 54). It will ship in July 2023, just after the Pixel Tablet hits the stores on June 20.

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New Dyson air purifier can tackle large spaces

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Dyson has launched a new air purifier that filters out various pollutants, including formaldehyde, a harmful chemical found in many household items. The Dyson Purifier Big+Quiet Formaldehyde has a special sensor and filter that detects and destroy formaldehyde. It also has a carbon dioxide sensor that tells you when to ventilate the room. The purifier can deliver purified air over 10 meters, covering large, open-plan spaces. It also operates quietly (at 56 decibels of noise) and has a breeze mode for natural airflow. You can monitor the air quality on the MyDyson app. 

Dyson also offers a similar purifier for commercial use called the Dyson Purifier HEPA Big+Quiet Formaldehyde. Both purifiers have a five-year HEPA H13 particle filter and a new K-Carbon filter. 

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Google simplifies Call Screen settings on Pixel phones

Left: Old settings, Right: New options (Image: Android Police)

Google’s Pixel phones have a Call Screen feature that blocks spam and robocalls automatically or manually. On the Pixel 6 and 7 series, Call Screen is automatic and saves you time. Google is now simplifying the Call Screen settings menu by grouping the screening options into three levels: Maximum, Medium, and Basic.

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