The Bangalore-based practice imagines a public life for a private guest house, finding community benefit in a commercial briefA Threshold is the winner ofthe AR Emerging awards 2024. Read about the full shortlist hereThe first thing Avinash Ankalge and Harshith Nayak designed together as A Threshold was exactly that: athreshold. In a renovation of anapartment building, the pair proposed abreathable facade, extending outwards from the existing building. The facades gridof concrete planters encloses deep newbalconies, with light and air filtered bytropical plants; from the street, the vegetation contributes tropical green toBangalores urban landscape.The brisesoleil has become a signature element of A Thresholds work resolved variously in brick, terracotta tile, stone and ferrocement and Ankalge and Nayak see them as an opportunity to draw civic value from the typically inwardfacing typology of private housing. We try to give apublicness to every project, Ankalge explains.Nowhere is this more evident than in aproject dubbed Subterranean Ruins. Theproject began during 2020 Covid19 lockdowns when a Bangalore furniture businessman commissioned A Threshold todesign a weekend guest house at his orchards southeast of the city. We had adifferent idea altogether, Ankalge says. What happens for the other three to four days when hes in the city? we asked. Could it be more than a house a kindergarten for the village school, or a space for workshops and exhibitions?Few clients can be convinced of such anidea, but it is a credit to A Thresholds persuasive capacity that the final building partially realises this ambition. The resulting project is a series of spatially independent and so programmatically malleable spaces. Running perpendicular to a natural contour on the site, loadbearing brick walls define four independent rooms. The rooms are connected only by an arched enfilade of gardens on the lower side and a pathway carved into the slope on the other. One of the rooms a halllike space with many doorways out to a courtyard is usually a living room, while the other threerooms, which are more enclosed and feature en-suite bathrooms, typically act as bedrooms, though the architects imagine them becoming classrooms in a nursery, breakout rooms for an office retreat or exhibition spaces in a gallery. How the building is actually used is mostly beyond A Thresholds control, though they say weddings, exhibitions and yoga classes have been held here since it opened last year. The versatile plan as well as the robust material palette make it possible to imagine the building alternating between public and private use over decades, if not centuries. Itis a test case for Ankalges assertion thata house can be a city and a city can beahouse, referring to Aldo Van Eycks pictogram of a tree that rotates to become aleaf. If you give a solution at the scale of ahouse, you should also be able to design forthe city and for its everyday issues. Withpublic projects on the horizon including a school and proposals for the reworking of a highway interchange that borders a temple plaza, market andtransit hub thistheory will soon be putinto practice.

As part of the ever-growing Poland Springs Resort in Poland, Maine, the operators of the Poland Springs Hotel sought to erect a house of worship for guests and local community members. In 1909, fundraising had risen to total of $15,000 and that, along with a matching contribution by the Ricker Family, who owned the Poland Springs Resort, allowed for the hiring of an architect and the project to commence. Boston-area architect George Henri Desmond furnished the plans for the chapel, and were also hired by the Ricker family to complete plans for alterations to the Mt. Kineo House on Moosehead Lake during the same time period. All Souls Chapel is a Neo-Gothic Revival building constructed of irregular granite blocks with a gable roof covered with slate. It has a central tower with a flat parapet roof and a belfry with ornate louvered openings. The tower is square in plan and contains the principal entrance to the chapel. When the chapel was opened in 1912, it was opened as an interdenominational place of worship for use by Catholics and Protestants. Guests contributed much of the interior furnishings and all of the memorial hand-painted windows placed in the chapel were sponsored by guests or relatives of longtime guests.Today, the chapel hosts weddings, baptisms, and other similar events.

Replica of a Chip (1994), wool mounted on wood, 120 146.1 centimeters. Photo Museum Associates/LACMA. Image courtesy of American Indian Science and Engineering Society, shared with permissionMarilou Schultz Weaves Computer Processor Patterns in Traditional Navajo TapestriesNovember 14, 2024Kate MothesWhat does Intels Pentium computer chip have in common with Navajo textiles? More than you might think.For artist Marilou Schultz, the ancestral practice of weaving melds with an unexpected contemporary source of inspiration. Merging analog loom methods with the patterns found on computer processor cores, Schultz entwines the histories of the Navajo people and modern technology.Detail of Intel Pentium core processor dieIn the late 17th century, Spanish colonists introduced a breed of sheep called the Iberian Churro to the American Southwest. The Dinknown also as Navajowho had lived in the Four Corners region for hundreds of years, embraced shepherding and wool production, eventually developing a unique breed still managed today, the Navajo-Churro. Along with an aptitude for raising sheep, Din weaving traditions flourished. Anthropologists surmise that the craft was adopted from the neighboring Puebloans sometime in the 12th or 13th centuries. As time passed, Navajo styles and techniques evolved, rising to popularity first among Plains Indian tribes and then, in the 19th century, with Europeans and non-Native tourists who sought out blankets and rugs for their remarkable craftsmanship and geometric patterns.Schultz, a mathematician and teacher in addition to her studio practice, was commissioned by Intel in 1994 to make Replica of a Chip as a gift to the American Indian Science & Engineering Society, an organization still active today that focuses on advancing Indigenous people in STEM. As computer historian Ken Schirriff details in a thorough blog post about the pieceespecially its highly accurate layoutthe work highlights the alluring patterns of a trailblazing piece of technology.Detail of Replica of a ChipThe first Pentium processor was released in 1993. About the size of a fingernail, the diethe material on which the processor is fabricatedcontains more than three million transistors. These microscopic switches control the flow of electricity to process data. Today, some high-powered chips contain billions of transistors.Schultz faithfully transferred the die pattern to a tapestry, employing delicate loom techniques and working from a photograph of the chip. Unlike traditional Navajo textiles, the geometries in Replica of a Chip are far from symmetrical.She used yarn pigmented with plant dyes, and the cream-colored regions are the natural shade of Navajo-Churro wool.Schultz told Schirriff that the weaving process was slow and deliberate as she referenced the image, completing about one to one-and-a-half inches per day. The painstaking and methodical process of sending warp through weft creates a beautiful tension between the instantaneous results we associate with digital tools today.Intel Pentium processorsReplica of a Chip was the first in a series of weavings Schultz created based on computer circuits, including one known as the Fairchild 9040. While not as common as the Pentium, the Fairchild company is notable for its employment of Navajo workers in its operation in Shiprock, New Mexicowithin the Navajo Nationin the 1960s and 1970s.Part of a government initiative to try to improve the economic conditions of life on the reservation, Fairchild was incentivized to open a manufacturing center in Shiprock. The project started in 1965 with 50 Navajo workers in the Shiprock Community Center manufacturing transistors, rapidly increasing to366 Navajo workers, Schirriff says. Eventually, the company employed 1,200 workers, and all but 24 were Navajo, making Fairchild the nations largest non-government employer of American Indians.In 1975, the Fairchild-Navajo partnership took a dramatic turn that spelled its demise. With the semiconductor industry suffering from the crippling U.S. recession at the time, Fairchild laid off 140 Navajo employees in Shiprock, which today still has a population of only a little more than 8,000 residents. The layoffs were a blow to the community. A group of 20 locals, armed with rifles, responded by occupying the plant for a week. While the episode eventually ended peaceably, Fairchild decided to shutter entirely and move its operation overseas, further compromising trust in corporate interests on Navajo land.Womens roles in manufacturing and assembling electronics are often under-recognized. Schultz taps into ideas around gendered labor, visibility, and the slippery notion of progress. Through the lens of Navajo history and craft, she addresses paradigm shifts in technology, economics, and social change through the language of fiber.You can see Replica of a Chip in Woven Histories: Textiles and Modern Abstraction at the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa, which continues through March 2, 2025.Detail of Replica of a ChipNext article

All images courtesy of Murase KabankoA Samurai-Inspired Backpack Elevates Leather Scraps to a Bag Befitting a WarriorNovember 14, 2024Kate MothesIn Japan, randoseru are small, high-quality backpacks, typically made of leather, designed to withstand years of use by school children. Manufacturer Murase Kabanko, for one, departed from its typical offerings with a highly detailed nod to a different tradition altogether: samurai.Also known as bushi, samurai were an elite military class in Japan between the 11th and 19th centuries, typically retained by feudal lords. Over the centuries, their status evolved from a mostly provincial role to one of notable political influence, but the warriors were formally abolished in the 1870s as modern militaries emerged.In Murase Kabankos unique, meticulously crafted bag, the company has created an ode to historic armor. Leather craftsman Noriki Okada used scrap pieces from other bags to assemble an accessory that exudes strength and a connection to Japanese cultural heritage. In yellow, black, and red, the intimidating faces of oni demons flank the sides and are embellished with woven details and precise stitching.From small leather plates and numerous brass rivets, the backpack evokes the protective shell of an isopod and references a style of armor that developed between the 14th and 16th centuries known as tosei-gusoku. The suits often exceeded 50 pounds and were engineered for maximal flexibility while providing optimal protection. Tosei-gusoku also refers to types of equipment accompanying Buddhist altars or horses. Okadas randoseru taps into the dual associations of history and utility.Okadas randoseru won the artistic design award at this years Japan Leather Awards. If you have a spare 500,000 yenabout $3,300you can purchase your own on Murase Kabankos website. (via Spoon & Tamago)Previous articleNext article

Published November 14, 2024 10:00am EST close Tech expert explains how AI kidnapping scammers replicate people's real voices Cyble CEO and Chair Beenu Arora explains how scammers use AI to replicate people's real voices in a kidnapping scam. A new scam called ClickFix is targeting users and is on the rise in the U.S. As the name suggests, it prompts you to click on a link, claiming to fix an issue, but in reality it infects your computer with malware.Ireported on this earlier, detailing how threat actors used messages impersonating errors from Google Chrome, Microsoft Word and OneDrive to infect users' computers.Now, a similar type of attack is affecting Google Meet users, regardless of whether theyre using a Windows PC or a Mac. I explain how this cyberattack works and what you can do to protect yourself. A woman working on her laptop (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)How the Google Meet trap worksAccording to Frenchcybersecurity company Sekoia, it all starts with an email containing a link to a Google Meet. The email can come from any address and may be socially engineered to look like it's related to your organization. It could link to a Google Meet invite for a meeting, webinar, online collaboration or something similar. When you click on the link, youll be directed to a fake Google Meet page, which will soon display a warning claiming theres an issue with your PC. It might say your microphone or camera isn't working or there's a problem with your headset.WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)?You can expect to see the following URLs in these fake meeting emails:meet[.]google[.]us-join[.]commeet[.]google[.]web-join[.]commeet[.]googie[.]com-join[.]usmeet[.]google[.]cdm-join[.]usThis fake page will also display a pop-up offering to fix the issue, showing phrases like "Press the key combination" or "CTRL+V." When you follow these instructions, malicious code is pasted into the Windows prompt, infecting your computer with malware. Once the code is on your computer, hackers can gain access to your cryptocurrencies, sensitive files and personal information.Sekoia has uncovered several other malware distribution clusters beyond Google Meet. These include platforms like Zoom, PDF readers, fake video games (such as Lunacy, Calipso, Battleforge and Ragon), web3 browsers and projects like NGT Studio and messenger apps such as Nortex. Fake Google Meet page (Sekoia)The bigger pictureBack in July, McAfee noticed that ClickFix campaigns were ramping up, especially in the U.S. and Japan (viaBleeping Computer). Lately, two groups Slavic Nation Empire and Scamquerteo have been behind some of these attacks. Both are said to be offshoots of larger crypto scam gangs Marko Polo and CryptoLove.Earlier this year, Proofpoint found thatmalware was spreading by pretending to be fake error messages for Google Chrome, Word and OneDrive, tricking people into downloading malicious code. They also pointed out a method called "email lure," where hackers send fake emails pretending to be from MS Word to infect computers.GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE Fake page requests (Sekoia)4 ways to protect yourself from harmful softwareThe fake Google Meet page creates a sense of urgency, making users click on the links and unknowingly compromise their devices. There are several steps you can take to protect yourself from such cyberattacks.1. Have strong antivirus software:The best way to protect yourself from clicking malicious links that install malware that may get access to your private information is to have antivirus protection installed on all your devices. This can also alert you of any phishing emails or ransomware scams.Get my picks for the best 2024 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices.2. Monitor your accounts: Regularly review your bank statements, credit card statements and other financial accounts for any unauthorized activity. If you notice any suspicious transactions, report them immediately to your bank or credit card company.3. Place a fraud alert:Contact one of the three major credit reporting agencies (Equifax, Experian or TransUnion) and request a fraud alert to be placed on your credit file. This will make it more difficult for identity thieves to open new accounts in your name without verification.4. Enable two-factor authentication:Enabletwo-factor authentication whenever possible. This adds an extra layer of security by requiring a second form of verification, such as a code sent to your phone, in addition to your password.Kurts key takeawaysHackers have come up with sneaky ways to trick you into installing malware. They use social engineering to make emails and website prompts look legit, hoping you'll click on a link and follow their instructions. The best way to protect yourself is by avoiding unknown links and always checking the URL of the page you're on before taking any action.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPHave you ever received an email or prompt that looked suspicious but seemed legitimate at first glance? Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/Contact.For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Cyberguy.com/Newsletter.Follow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2024 CyberGuy.com.All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? Get Kurts free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.

Published November 14, 2024 6:00am EST close Solar-powered aircraft achieves groundbreaking 22-hour autonomous flight Aircraft can stay airborne for weeks without refueling. Imagine an aircraft that can stay airborne for weeks, even months, without refueling. This isn't futuristic fantasy.Skydweller Aero is working toward turning this vision into reality with its innovative solar-powered plane.As the world's largest unmanned solar-powered aircraft, Skydweller is pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aviation. Skydweller Aero solar aircraft (Skydweller Aero)A milestone achievementSkydweller Aero recently achieved a significant milestone by completing a series of uncrewed autonomous flight tests. The longest of these flights lasted an impressive 22 hours, launched from the company's facility at Stennis International Airport in Kiln, Mississippi. This achievement demonstrates the feasibility of remaining airborne for extended periods using solar energy and batteries. Skydweller Aero solar aircraft (Skydweller Aero)The Skydweller advantageWhat sets Skydweller apart from its predecessors? Its foundation is built on the Solar Impulse, the first solar-powered aircraft to circumnavigate the globe. This heritage provides Skydweller with a robust design capable of carrying substantial payloads. With a wingspan of 236 feet (larger than a 747) and weighing just 5,620 pounds (about the same weight as a Ford F150), the Skydweller can carry up to 800 pounds of payload. Skydweller Aero solar aircraft (Skydweller Aero)Military applications and beyondThe Navy has demonstrated significant interest in Skydweller's potential, as evidenced by recent flight tests conducted as part of a Joint Concept Technology Demonstration, which previously played a key role in the development of platforms like the Global Hawk and Predator. This initiative, overseen by the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Research and Engineering and supported by a cooperative research and development agreement with the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, aims to evaluate autonomous maritime patrol aircraft. Skydweller's ability to remain airborne for extended periods could revolutionize maritime patrol and surveillance operations.Persistent surveillance for maritime and border securitySkydweller Aero's uncrewed, autonomous solar-powered aircraft offers continuous surveillance capabilities, enhancing maritime border security, monitoring illegal fishing activities and preventing unauthorized operations such as trafficking and smuggling. The aircraft's long endurance enables round-the-clock coverage, significantly bolstering national security efforts.WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)?Telecommunications and connectivityBy serving as a non-terrestrial communications platform, Skydweller Aero provides cost-effective, airborne telecom solutions to remote areas and underserved populations. This capability not only connects the unconnected but also promotes economic development in these regions.Disaster response and humanitarian aidIn times of crisis, Skydweller Aero's aircraft can rapidly respond to disasters, offering real-time aerial assessments, communication relays and tracking for relief operations. The solar-powered endurance ensures extended, consistent coverage, complementing other assets or providing solutions where alternatives are unavailable or cost-prohibitive.Environmental monitoring and researchSkydweller Aero's ultra-long endurance and remote access capabilities make it an invaluable asset for environmental and scientific research. From climate and wildfire monitoring to geophysical surveys, the aircraft enables meaningful, long-baseline data collection across vast regions, contributing significantly to environmental protection efforts. Skydweller Aero solar aircraft (Skydweller Aero)The road to commercializationWhile military applications are the initial focus, Skydweller Aero has its sights set on commercial markets, too. CEO Robert Miller envisions a future where solar-powered aircraft could serve as airborne communication platforms, complementing satellite networks. Miller sees solar aircraft as a complementary capability to LEO satellite communications rather than a direct rival, with the potential for providing continuous coverage in specific regions.GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE Skydweller Aero solar aircraft (Skydweller Aero)Overcoming technical challengesDeveloping a solar-powered aircraft isn't without its challenges. Many previous attempts by other companies have ended in failure. Skydweller's success lies in its team's expertise in aeroelasticity, ensuring the aircraft can withstand the stresses of flight. As CEO Robert Miller explains,"Fundamentally, my team has a lot more experience in aeroelasticity than all the other solar programs combined." Skydweller Aero solar aircraft (Skydweller Aero)Kurts key takeawaysAs the world's largest unmanned solar aircraft, Skydweller Aero is revolutionizing aviation and opening up exciting new possibilities. From enhancing maritime patrols to serving as airborne communication platforms, the potential applications are vast. While challenges remain, Skydweller's recent successful test flights demonstrate just how far solar aviation technology has advanced.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPWhat challenges do you foresee in the widespread implementation of solar-powered aircraft technology, and how might they be overcome? Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/Contact.For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Cyberguy.com/Newsletter.Follow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2024 CyberGuy.com.All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? 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neppen1 - stock.adobe.comNewsWilliams Racing F1 team supports kids cyber campaignA multi-region campaign will teach pre-teen children cyber security basics with a little help from Formula 1 star Alex AlbonByAlex Scroxton,Security EditorPublished: 14 Nov 2024 15:30 Formula 1 team Williams Racing has joined forces with cyber firms Keeper Security and KnowBe4 to launch a global security education programme for schools, designed to empower online safety across the sector.The Flex Your Cyber campaign, which launches first in the US, with a UK roll-out planned for the near future, is aimed at children aged between five and 14, and is being supported by the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA), a security education non-profit.Keeper Security CEO and co-founder Darren Guccione said that with the education sector increasingly victimised by cyber criminals, and bountiful evidence of a clear awareness gap, it is becoming crucial to teach cyber fundamentals not just to teachers and admin staff, but to children too.Our goal is to empower the entire educational community with the knowledge they need to protect themselves from todays cyber threats, said Guccione. Starting this education at a young age will help ensure future generations are protected against the cyber threats plaguing our digital landscape.Flex Your Cyberwill provide tailored content for parents, teachers, administrators and children, ranging from practical tips and solutions for the grown-ups, to more age-appropriate activities for children.For children in the Little Kids category, which covers those aged up to about eight or nine, the campaign has developed a number of videos and games, an activity book and an infographic to introduce the youngest learners to some of the basics of online safety.This is where Williams Racing comes in. The team has loaned the services of its lead driver Alex Albon, who stars in a video in which he travels across the internet on a brightly coloured bike, battling cartoon cyber threats as he goes. Our goal is to empower the entire educational community with the knowledge they need to protect themselves from todays cyber threats Darren Guccione, Keeper SecurityChildren in the Big Kids category will be engaged with more interactive activities, cyber challenges and access to information that delve a little deeper into digital security concepts relevant to pre-teens. Meanwhile, Albon dodges cyber dangers such as privacy potholes and navigates the malware mile in a retro 8-bit style racing video game environment.Not to be forgotten, teaching staff will have access to tools, resources and age-appropriate lesson plans to integrate elements of security education in the classroom, while back office staff will receive more guidance on best practices and solutions to build secure digital environments within schools.More resources, information and videos including, just for fun, a game of cyber charades between Albon and Williams team principal James Vowles are available on the Flex Your Cyber campaign website.Cyber security is critical in all walks of life, and particularly in Formula 1, where protecting our data is vital to succeeding on track, said James Southerland, head of partnerships at Williams Racing.Forming good cyber security habits at a young age is becoming as important as learning to cross the road safely or wear a seatbelt, and we are delighted to be supporting our partner Keeper Security with this campaign.Stu Sjouwerman, CEO of KnowBe4, added: Keeper Securitys Flex Your Cyber initiative is a crucial step in safeguarding children in an increasingly digital world, cultivating a security culture in our future workforce from the ground up.By equipping students, parents and educators with accessible cyber security education and resources, Flex Your Cyber will foster a robust culture of cyber resilience essential for navigating todays complex threat landscape. We are proud to support this impactful programme, which promises to have a lasting, positive impact on the education community and beyond.Read more about security education and online safetyThe National Cyber Security Centre is expanding its PDNS for Schools service to encompass a wider variety of institutions up and down the UK.Schools are implementing smartphone-free policies in an attempt to curb students exposure to online harms, but teachers and parents are worried the Online Safety Act will only partially address concerns.In their first agreement on the subject of childrens online safety, the UK and US governments have said they will create a new working group to boost cooperation.In The Current Issue:Interview: Niall Robinson, head of product innovation, Met OfficeIAM: Enterprises face a long, hard road to improveDownload Current IssueDapr dresses up for CNCF project graduation + Diagrid delights Open Source InsiderPatent troll-busting: CNCF launches Cloud-Native Heroes Challenge CW Developer NetworkView All Blogs

HN Works - stock.adobe.comNewsA fifth of new PCs shipped in Q3 were AI-optimisedPC manufacturers are working hard to showcase the benefits of premium devices that use neural processing units to deliver on-device AI accelerationByCliff Saran,Managing EditorPublished: 14 Nov 2024 14:58 A fifth of all PCs shipped in the third quarter of 2024 were equipped to support artificial intelligence (AI), Canalys has reported in its latest PC market report. The Canalys data shows that AI-capable PC shipments hit 13.3 million in the quarter, accounting for 20% of all PCs sold.The analyst firm defines AI-capable PCs as desktops and notebooks that include a chipset for dedicated AI workloads, such as a neural processing unit (NPU).Canalys reported that Windows devices accounted for a majority of AI-capable PC shipments for the first time, capturing a 53% share. What is significant is that these Windows-certified devices, known as Copilot+ PCs, are based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon ARM-based chip rather than an x86-compatible processor from the likes of Intel or AMD.Discussing the data, Canalys principal analyst Ishan Dutt said: Copilot+ PCs equipped with Snapdragon X series chips enjoyed their first full quarter of availability, while AMD brought Ryzen AI 300 products to the market and Intel officially launched its Lunar Lake series. However, both x86 chipset vendors are still awaiting Copilot+ PC support for their offerings from Microsoft, which is expected to arrive this month.While the Windows 11 refresh cycle and processor roadmaps will continue to drive penetration, however, Canalys believes there may be a reluctance to buy the new technology, which is designed to provide on-device AI.Despite the positive momentum, significant work must still be done to convince both channel partners and end customers of the benefits of AI-capable PCs, said Dutt. This is especially true for more premium offerings, such as Copilot+ PCs, which Microsoft requires to have at least 40 NPU TOPS [trillions of operations per second] alongside other hardware specifications.There is a sense that these devices appear to be targeting the premium end of the PC market. For instance, even with Black Friday deals, Currys cheapest AI-capable device is currently an HP OmniBook X 14in laptop Copilot+ PC, which is on sale at 799, reduced from 999. The most expensive is a 2,149 Microsoft 15in Surface laptop Copilot+ PC. The majority of the devices listed are over 1,000, which may put them beyond the budget of many organisations.In fact, just under a third (31%) of PC resellers do not plan to sell Copilot+ PCs in 2025, according to Canalys, while a further 34% expect such devices to account for less than 10% of their PC sales next year. With Windows 10 end of support now less than a year away, the coming quarters represent a critical opportunity to drive a significant portion of an aged installed base to be upgraded to an AI-capable PC, Dutt added.Given the premium these AI-capable devices command, Canalys noted that manufacturers are working with software firms to help them sell the benefits of AI PCs. For instance, at its Imagine AI event in September, HP showcased its collaboration with software providers to deliver on-device AI experiences. Lenovo, meanwhile, has focused on embedding proprietary AI tools and agents into its PCs, such as Creator Zone, Learning Zone and Lenovo AI Now.For vendors like Lenovo and Dell, whose offerings extend beyond PCs, on-device AI will be a key component of the delivery of broader, more holistic AI services and solutions, said Canalys analyst Kieren Jessop.The Canalys data also reveals how Apple is not directly competing with Microsoft. Since 2020, Apple has shifted away from using Intel processors to its own chips based on ARM architecture. It is now shipping devices with the M3 chip, the third generation of so-called Apple silicon. This potentially makes Apple devices running ARM-based hardware a more mature offering than the mainstay of PC manufacturers, which have jumped on the Copilot+ bandwagon.Apples strategic approach in this landscape is distinct, said Jessop. It is leveraging its vertically integrated ecosystem to create features that do not need to directly compete with Microsofts suite of productivity tools, such as Copilot Pro for Microsoft 365, which is compatible with macOS. Apple can instead focus its differentiation at the hardware and operating system level, positioning itself against Windows OEMs [original equipment manufacturers] in an effort to make market share gains during the ongoing refresh cycle.Read more about neural processing units (NPUs)ARM accelerates Edge AI: NPU said to deliver four times performance uplift for high-performance edge AI applications, such as factory automation and smart cameras, through new IoT reference design platform.Forrester preparing for the era of the AI PC: PC manufacturers are gatecrashing the artificial intelligence industry party. There are now a number of devices that incorporate AI acceleration hardware.In The Current Issue:Interview: Niall Robinson, head of product innovation, Met OfficeIAM: Enterprises face a long, hard road to improveDownload Current IssueDapr dresses up for CNCF project graduation + Diagrid delights Open Source InsiderPatent troll-busting: CNCF launches Cloud-Native Heroes Challenge CW Developer NetworkView All Blogs

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ZDNET's key takeaways Amazon's base model Kindle retails for $110 and promises quicker page-turning, a brighter display, and a fun matcha green colorway (alongside the classic black). The e-reader is more reactive and vivid, and reading anything on the lightweight, portable device is convenient. This model has the shortest battery life out of the entire lineup, but it's still six weeks long. more buying choices Kindles aren't like other tablets or smart devices; their sole purpose is to be as close to analog as possible for a tablet -- delivering distraction-free reading with a battery life that lasts weeks and a screen that's easy to view no matter the environment.That means Kindle customers and devotees aren't expecting cutting-edge technology in a new release. They just want a great device with important but minimal finishing touches that improve upon the previous generation.This is especially true for the base model Kindle, the most affordable and least feature-rich model in the new Kindle lineup that includes an updated Paperwhite, Scribe, and a brand-new entrant, the Colorsoft (Kindle's first-ever full-color model). The base model doesn't have an adjustable warm light like the Paperwhite, drawing capabilities like the Scribe, nor vivid color like the Colorsoft. What the 2024 Kindle does have, however, is beautiful and effective simplicity.I spent some time reading and playing around with the new base model Kindle, and I highly recommend it if you're in the market for your first e-reader or if you're upgrading from a Kindle you purchased more than two years ago. Amazon released the previous base model Kindle in 2022. The 2024 version keeps most of the specs of the base model, with a few exceptions. These include different exterior colors (Matcha and Black), a brighter front light, a higher contrast ratio, and a faster page-turn rate.Also: This E Ink reader that nearly replaced my Android phone is at an all-time low priceThe Matcha colorway is lovely and fun, and is much more vibrant than the Navy or Black options from the 2022 lineup. One of my favorite parts about the base model is its pocketability and portability, thanks to its compact size.The size of the display is the same six inches -- an amenable display size for on-the-go reading. The 1072 x 1448 screen resolution, the 5.56 oz. weight, and the six-week battery life haven't changed either.I spent the weekend absorbed in some e-books (most notably, the newest Emily Henry novel) that I rented from my library. On one busy Saturday, I stashed the Kindle in my dress pocket to read on the subway in between errands. My friend and I had been walking around the city that day, and I had kept the e-reader in my pocket, where I barely noticed it throughout our journey.On a lazy Sunday morning, I lounged in bed, lying on my side, reading the Kindle with one hand, something I can never do with a physical novel because of how uncomfortable it is to hold ambidextrously. Nina Raemont/ZDNETWhile I was reading, I noticed that the page-turning and book-loading speeds were significantly quicker than on my Kindle Oasis or Kindle Paperwhite from 2022. I tested my old Paperwhite and my new Kindle and found that the new Kindle turned pages a smidgen quicker than the Paperwhite.As far as battery life is concerned, I can't confirm that this e-reader lasts the advertised six weeks because I've only tested the Kindle for a week. Still, six weeks is a long time between charges, and I haven't had any dramatic dips in battery life so far.As somebody who enjoys growing her physical book collection but also enjoys sampling various novels and nonfiction books from the library, a Kindle is a great device for reading and renting books you may never pick up and buy but are still interested in. I can fit this portable device into my pocket or work bag and read on the bus, before or after work, or while waiting at doctor appointments.Because reading is its only functionality, the Kindle offers a truly distraction-free interface that makes knocking out reading assignments for high school or college students less intrusive than a laptop or a tablet.I'm not using a Kindle to replace physical books. Instead, I use a Kindle to expand the types and genres of books I'd never plan on owning in the first place. An e-reader (with the help of a library card) allows you to widen the scope of literature that you read and sample different authors and stories that you'd never fit within your bookbag, suitcase, or bookcase.ZDNET's buying adviceIf you haven't purchased an e-reader before or are contemplating buying one for a loved one over the holidays, I'd without a doubt recommend this Kindle. It has all the features you'd need in a respectable e-reader, like a vivid display, reactive and quick speeds, great battery life, and a lovely color, all for a good price.Because a lot of the specs are unchanged, upgrading from the 2022 base model to the2024 base modelisn't the most reasonable thing to do, unless you aren't pleased with your 2022 Kindle's color, page-turn rate, or display brightness, and are willing to spend $110 to change that. If you want one more inch of display, different e-reader colors, an adjustable warm light for reading in different environments, and double the battery life, you may want to upgrade to the Paperwhite, which is $50 more, but I can read just fine with the base model, I love the pastel-y mint of the Matcha colorway and the compact display, and I can certainly charge my Kindle once every six weeks, so spending $50 more seems silly.This article was originally published on October 29, 2024, and was updated on November 14, 2024.Featured reviews