BERLIN, Sep 9(ABC): Europe smashed previous temperature records this summer, with long periods of sunshine causing sweltering conditions and droughts across much of the continent but also helping boost much-needed solar power, according to data published Thursday. The European Commission said average temperatures from June to August were 0.4 degrees Celsius (0.7 degrees Fahrenheit) higher on the continent this year …

EDINBURGH, Sep 9(ABC): At first glance, the series of warped clown faces in a collision of primary colours appears to be the work of a painter – with oily brushstrokes and smudged backgrounds the typical hallmarks. Yet the images displayed by Scotland-based artist Perry Jonsson on his tablet were in fact created through artificial intelligence (AI) – reflecting a growing …

NEW DELHI, Sep 9(ABC): Indian conglomerate Tata Group is in talks with Taiwanese supplier Wistron Corp to establish a joint venture to assemble Apple’s iPhones in India, Bloomberg News reported on Friday. The venture would be the Indian salt-to-software group’s latest push into technology manufacturing as it taps Wistron’s expertise in product development, supply chain and assembly, Bloomberg added, citing …

SINGAPORE, Sep 9(ABC): Apple Inc on Wednesday kept prices for its latest iPhone stable in the United States but raised prices in some Asian countries where currencies have dropped against the dollar in the past year. Buyers of the basic iPhone 14 in Japan — where the yen has slumped 24% since September — will pay 20% more than they …

CANNES, Sep 9(ABC): Europe on Wednesday unveiled the first of a 4 billion euro ($4 billion) family of satellites designed to give earlier warning of extreme weather that has been causing havoc across the globe this year. The result of 12 years of development for the European Space Agency and 30-nation EUMETSAT, the MTG-I1 satellite will be launched by the end …

Sep 9(ABC): Samsung has launched the concept of a device exclusively designed to prevent overworking. The tech giant’s efforts suggest it does not want you working over a specific limit. The Samsung Balance Mouse will start running away from you once you cross a certain time limit and start overworking, reported. The mouse does not only run away like a real …

Sep 9(ABC): Smart speakers and other gadgets are becoming more and more prevalent in homes. Recent research conducted by Techshielder has shown that over 70% of smart home devices record voices and 50% know what we look like by accessing our photos and videos. The research was conducted on families in the UK, reported Metro News. This means that while the devices make …

Sep 6(ABC): Cats can now talk with their owners! It is the most popular app among cat lovers because it allows you to learn how your cat is feeling. However, it is often hard to figure out what they think, whether they are meowing, growling, or purring. Cats are mysterious and aloof in nature. A Japanese developer’s new ‘cat translator’ …

Sep 6(ABC): Apple Watch Pro expected design leaked by 91mobiles shows the biggest display on a wearable by Apple, which will be unveiled at the upcoming iPhone launch “Far Out” event. Apple’s first Pro smartwatch has been the subject of persistent rumors. It’s anticipated to be a rugged smartwatch, and the CAD renderings obtained and posted by 91Mobiles depict a large wearable. According …

Sep 6(ABC): A team of scientists has developed remote-controlled cockroaches that are part insect and part machine and have battery backpacks powered by solar panels, reported CNET. The cyborgs will act as tiny investigators of the environment. They are also meant to help with rescue missions after natural disasters. The insect’s nervous system is connected to the controller by attaching …