This 1963 Chevy Corvette Stingray brings Peter Brocks original vision into the modern age. By respecting the iconic split-window coupes design while solving the compromises of its production predecessor, this restomod strikes a balance between heritage and function. Powered by a 550-hp LS3 V8 engine, its a modern interpretation of one of the most celebrated automotive designs ever created.Designer: Peter BrockThe original 1963 Stingray was groundbreaking, shaped by the genius of Bill Mitchells styling team at GM and driven by Peter Brocks foundational sketch at just 19 years old. While Brocks design was forward-thinking, the realities of mass production and marketing priorities altered some of its details. This updated version revisits Brocks early ideas with modern precision, elevating what was already an icon.Gooding & CompanyThe exterior retains the sharp lines and dramatic proportions that made the Stingray legendary but includes subtle updates that enhance functionality. The bodywork has been discreetly reshaped to accommodate wider 18-inch wheels, giving the car a more planted stance without disrupting its original elegance. Vents and scoops, purely decorative on the production model, now function as intended, improving airflow and cooling. These thoughtful changes make this Stingray feel like Brocks original vision, brought to life without compromise.The split rear window remains a centerpiece of the design, but its been widened to improve rearward visibility. This addresses one of the original Stingrays shortcomings while maintaining the cars signature silhouette. By blending aesthetics with practicality, the update honors the legacy of the split-window coupe without losing its dramatic impact.Barrett-JacksonChrome accents, a hallmark of 1960s automotive styling, have been stripped back to let the cars sculptural form take precedence. The minimal brightwork enhances the timeless quality of the design, making it feel more like a concept car come to life. Unlike many restomods that prioritize flashy features, this Corvette emphasizes restraint, letting its shape and details speak for themselves.Inside, the cabin continues the theme of refinement. While the original Stingrays interior was bold and inspired by jet-age design, this version opts for muted leather tones and minimal chrome. The result is a space that feels luxurious but purposeful, modernizing the dual-cockpit layout in a way that complements the exterior. Every detail reflects a focus on the driving experience, not just aesthetics.Barrett-JacksonMechanically, this restomod delivers a level of performance the original could only dream of. The 550-hp LS3 V8 engine, paired with a four-speed automatic transmission, provides smooth and powerful acceleration. Beneath the surface, an Art Morrison chassis with Corvette C7 suspension components ensures precise handling and modern drivability. Wilwood brakes provide the stopping power necessary to match the engines performance, creating a car that excels on the road while staying true to its design roots.Comparing this updated Stingray to the original highlights how automotive design and engineering have evolved. The 1963 Corvette was a product of its time, blending artistic ambition with the practical realities of mass production. This restomod, unburdened by those constraints, delivers on the full potential of Brocks vision. Functional scoops, widened glass, and precise bodywork updates all reflect a thoughtful approach to blending form and function.The dark gray paint finish enhances the Stingrays understated elegance. By avoiding loud colors and excessive ornamentation, the design feels timeless, emphasizing the purity of its lines. The restraint shown in the color palette and detailing create a car that looks like it stepped out of Brocks original sketchbook, refined for today.Ron Browns 1963 Corvette Sting RayAs a one-off prototype, this Stingray offers an incredible opportunity for collectors. It reimagines one of the most iconic cars ever built, not as a radical departure but as a subtle evolution that respects its heritage. Crossing the auction block at Barrett-Jackson in Scottsdale, this Corvette is a realization of a vision decades in the making, perfect for the modern era. For Peter Brock, this project represents a chance to see his original ideas come to life with the precision and detail they deserve. This Stingray embodies the best of the past and present, offering a rare glimpse of what might have been if design and engineering had no limits.The post 1963 Corvette Stingray Restomod: A Timeless Rebirth of Peter Brocks Automotive Masterpiece first appeared on Yanko Design.

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MacworldUnlike Sir Keir Starmer (who, rather ominously, says he wants to mainline the technology into Britains veins) Im broadly pessimistic about AI. We may not be talking existential doomif you ask me, the chances of humanity being wiped out by AI are no higher than 60 or 70 percentbut eliminating jobs and spreading misinformation is bad enough. I just cant see this thing ending well.Still, every cloud has a silver lining. The future may be gloomy, thanks to the corporate worlds unthinking embrace of AIs dubious merits, but the situation is bringing some benefits in the short term. And frankly, I think we should take the wins where we can find them.Im talking, of course, about Apple Intelligence specifically. Partly because Im more interested in Apple than other tech companies, and partly because Apples AI platform is that much more likely to be somewhat constrained by social ethics and the principles of data privacy. The company isnt perfect by any means, but as a general rule its reliance on customer goodwill incentivizes better behavior.While were on the subject of incentives, lets talk about products. Apple came late to the AI party, and is extremely keen to catch up; this motivates the company to get as many customers using Apple Intelligence as possible, as soon as possible. And this means that the cheapest and therefore biggest-selling products need to support Apple Intelligence.The 4th-gen iPhone SE and 11th-gen iPad are both expected to launch in March or April and thanks to Apple Intelligence, they are set to be considerably more powerful than we would otherwise expect. The new iPhone SE will probably boast an A17 Pro processor (a nice jump from the A15 on the previous model) and 8GB of RAM (up from 4GB) for the simple reason that anything less would not be enough to support Apple Intelligence. The 11th-gen iPad, meanwhile, will enjoy an even bigger step up from the A14 to the A17 Pro, which is far more muscle than Apples entry-level tablet would get in a world without Apple Intelligence.The Mac has benefitted from Apple Intelligence as well. Predictive Code Completion in Xcode 16, part of the Apple Intelligence suite, requires 16GB of RAM, which left out many Apple silicon Macs when it launched with macOS Sequoia 15. Subsequently, several Macs got a bump to 16GB in the fall, including the M2 and M3 MacBook Airs, entry-level MacBook Pro, and M4 Mac mini. Weve been complaining about 8GB of RAM for years, and thanks to Apple intelligence, we finally got it.Under normal circumstances, Apple likes to improve its products as slowly as possible; its philosophy is that each device should be exactly as much of an improvement on the previous model as is necessary to persuade customers to upgrade, and not one gigabyte more. Budget iPad and even Mac buyers in 2025 are unlikely to regard either the processor or RAM as dealbreakers, so Apples instinct would naturally be to offer the bare minimum. But because Apple needs those things to make it onto the specs sheet, its suddenly practical and cost-effective to include them. Funny how that works out.Of course, Apple Intelligence isnt just here to force Apple to improve the spec lines of its budget mobile devices. Its here to create wildly inaccurate notification summaries and put illustrators out of work. Its here to sidetrack Apple software engineers for several years when they could be working on something worthwhilelike fixing Siri, for example. Oh but David, I hear you cry, Siri is being fixed as part of the Apple Intelligence project. To which I answer, possibly (although I havent noticed much improvement so far), but Siri is at its worst on the HomePod, and the HomePod cannot run Apple Intelligence.I suppose we can look forward to the HomePod miraculously leaping up to Apple Intelligence-ready specs in the near future. But that isnt much consolation to me.FoundryWelcome to our weekly Apple Breakfast column, which includes all the Apple news you missed last week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a Monday morning cup of coffee or tea, but its cool if you want to give it a read during lunch or dinner hours too.Trending: Top storiesApples string of failures shows just how badly things need to change.Go home Mark Zuckerberg, youre drunk.Apples stuffed 2025 release calendar is missing one very important product.The iPhone 17 will be a small step backwardagain.Apples Calculator app will get one of its best features back in iOS 18.3.Podcast of the weekIf you thought 2024 was a pretty good year for Apple products, 2025 looks to be even bigger. On the latest episode of the Macworld Podcast, were talking about Apples loaded release schedule for the year. If youre pondering some major Apple purchases this year, youll want to listen in!You can catch every episode of the Macworld Podcast onSpotify,Soundcloud, thePodcasts app, orour own site.Reviews cornerMalwarebytes Privacy VPN for Mac review: Respectable speeds, a fair price, and an easy-to-use app.FastestVPN review: A good choice for VPN newbies.Zens Nightstand Charger Pro 2 review: Slim speed for the nightstand.Ugreen Nexode Qi2 Powerbank 20000mAh 145W Max review: Smart pillar with plenty of power.Anker 140W 4-Port Charger review: Powerful PD 3.1 wall charger.The rumor millApples fall launches are shaping up to be a little smarter than usual.Apple is looking to snatch back the limelight with a huge year for the iPhone.iPhone SE 4 dummy model reveals key features of Apples next budget phone.The M4 MacBook Air is set to kick off a loaded 2025 for the Mac.Apple Intelligence brings a huge spec bump for the basic iPad.Software updates, bugs, and problemsHackers have devised a simple text scam to bypass Apples iPhone protections.New Mac malware can bypass Apples XProtect security scanner.Apple tweaks AI notification summaries in iOS 18.3 following outcry.Researcher finds a vulnerability in the iPhone USB-C controller.Apple releases first MagSafe Charger firmware in nearly two years.And with that, were done for this weeks Apple Breakfast. 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The M4 Mac mini came with a surprise a slotted and upgradeable SSD. Here's how to install one, get it running, and what to expect for speed.An upgrade SSD on top of the M4 Mac miniMac mini upgradeability has varied over the years. The 2012 and before models were the gold standard, with both upgradeable RAM and storage. The 2014 model had upgradeable storage, but not RAM. The 2018 had RAM slots, but lacked upgradeable storage.When the M1 mini shipped, nothing was upgradeable. And while Apple doesn't strictly approve of SSD upgrades on the M4 Mac mini, it's at least possible. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Its been a rough week for Bend Studio and Bluepoint Games, which recently saw their projects cancelled. While Sony has stated that the studios wouldnt be shut down, the future is unknown. On somewhat of a brighter side, Bend Studio community manager Kevin McAllister took to Twitter to reaffirm that the developer still plans on creating cool s**t.Ill keep this short. Thanks for the love and support everyone, especially to those who reached out. P.S. We still plan on creating cool s**t.Bend Studios project was a new IP with multiplayer that built upon the open-world systems of Days Gone, its prior title. It offered a whole new world that the studio was extremely excited to craft, though further details werent revealed. With its cancellation, there are hopes it will pivot towards creating a sequel to Days Gone 2, which fans have demanded for years. Stay tuned for more updates in the meantime.Concords failure is rumored to be the catalyst behind the cancellations and a shift in Sonys thinking towards live-service projects. The hero shooter sold a measly 25,000 copies in its first week or so of launch before being pulled from storefronts. It would subsequently shut down alongside Firewalk Studios.Ill keep this short.Thanks for the love and support everyone, especially to those that have reached out. P.S. We still plan on creating cool shit. Kevin McAllister (@vikingdad278) January 17, 2025

In the Loge, also known as At the Opera, is an 1878 Impressionist painting by the American artist Mary Cassatt. The oil-on-canvas work depicts a bourgeois woman in a box at an opera house looking through her opera glasses, while a man in the background looks at her from a different box. The woman's costume and fan identify her upper-class status. Art historians see the painting as a commentary on the role of gender, looking, and power in the social spaces of the 19th century. The painting is now at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, which also holds a preliminary drawing for the work.Painting credit: Mary CassattRecently featured: Racial segregation in the United StatesRoadside hawkAucanquilchaArchiveMore featured pictures

January 21: National Hugging Day (United States)Eruption of Mount Lamington1793 French Revolution: After being found guilty of high treason by the National Convention, LouisXVI was guillotined in Paris.1919 The First Dil convened at the Mansion House in Dublin and adopted a declaration of independence calling for the establishment of the Irish Republic.1951 Mount Lamington, a volcano in Papua New Guinea, erupted (pictured) and killed more than 2,900 people.1972 Tripura, formerly part of the independent Twipra Kingdom, became a state of India.2017 Millions of people participated in the Women's March in Washington, D.C., and around the world to advocate for legislation and policies on human rights and other issues.Jeff Koons (b.1955)Eusapia Palladino (b.1854)Trng Tn Sang (b.1949)Frances Gertrude McGill (d.1959)More anniversaries: January 20January 21January 22ArchiveBy emailList of days of the yearAbout

Donald Trump has once again taken the US out of the landmark Paris climate agreement, abandoning the global effort to limit climate change. Trump signed an executive order today to exit.The Paris accord was adopted in 2015, committing nearly 200 countries including the US to working together to stop global average temperatures from rising much higher than they have already. 2024 was the hottest year on record, beating the previous record set in 2023.Scrapping efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the US can have repercussions for Americans and people around the world. The US was already the biggest historical emitter of planet-heating carbon dioxide emissions and the the worlds leadingoilandgasproducer, giving it big sway in global climate negotiations. Within Americas borders, billion-dollar weather and climate disasters have already grown more prevalent (adjusted for inflation) in recent years.Exiting the Paris agreement is in clear defiance of scientific realities and shows an administration cruelly indifferent to the harsh climate change impacts that people in the United States and around the world are experiencing, Rachel Cleetus, policy director and lead economist for the Climate and Energy Program at the Union of Concerned Scientists, said in an emailed statement.Our planets climate has stayed relativelystable for the last 11,000 yearsor so, supporting the rise of agriculture and civilization as we know it, until the industrial revolution. The Paris agreement aims to keep global temperatures withinroughly the same temperature range, preventing warming of more than 1.5 to 2 degrees Celsius. It might not seem like a big difference in temperature, but climate change has already become severe enough to supercharge weather-related disasters across the US including wildfires still burning around Los Angeles that leveled entire communities this month.Trump took the US out of the Paris accord the last time he was in office.Former President Joe Biden recommitted upon stepping into office in 2021. Now, the US will join Iran, Libya, and Yemen as the only countries not on board with the international agreement. Itll take one year from the date the Trump administration sends notification to the United Nations before US withdrawal from the Paris agreement will be official.

LatestMachine LearningWhy Most Developers Miss the True Potential of LLMs 0 like January 20, 2025Share this postAuthor(s): Towards AI Editorial Team Originally published on Towards AI. The 8-Hour Generative AI Primer shows you how to ask the right questions, avoid common mistakes, and build AI prototypes in one dayBuilding LLM-powered applications and workflows lends itself to modular product development where you can iteratively build a more complex, reliable, and feature-complete product by adding and replacing elements of a core LLM pipeline. When building, you dont already know the right answer you try out techniques that may or may not work for your use case, and you hack together initial solutions that you might later decide are worth investing time to improve and replace.Much of becoming a great LLM developer and building a great LLM product is about integrating advanced techniques and customization to help an LLM pipeline ultimately cross a threshold where the product is good enough for widescale adoption.On this journey, there are many levers to pull and tools to use. As an LLM developer, you are CONSTANTLY making decisions such as which dataset to use, open-source vs. closed-source, how to fit LLMs into your use case, whether no-code solutions are good enough for your workflow, the extent to which you consider the limitations of LLMs, and so on.And the biggest gap we see on top of all this is that 95% of developers are only scratching the surface of what LLMs can do. Thats where the 8-Hour Generative AI Primer comes in. It is a programming language-agnostic 1-day LLM Bootcamp designed for developers.This certification course is specifically designed to cut through the noise, help you ask the right questions, and show you exactly how to find answers. LLMs are moving so fast, with updates being released almost every day; what you need is an intuitive framework, and just like LLMs, you need enough context to know what developments are relevant to you and your use case so you can make the most out of this transformative technology.In just 1 day, youll have:A working LLM prototype (no-code or low-code).A clear framework to evaluate tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, or any API.The confidence to integrate AI into your workflows effectively.The ability to know how to identify which AI developments matter to you.A certificate that proves youre equipped to work with LLMs professionally.More info on the course page and course video:Whats Inside:Tons of Hands-On Exercises & Demos: Get comfortable with ChatGPT, Claude, and better understand LangChain, LlamaIndex, Hugging Face, and more.Real-World Examples: See how LLMs can transform industries, whether youre in education, software development, finance, or beyond.LLM Intuition: Understand how to compare and select models, integrate them with your projects, and responsibly use AI.Support & Community: Youll join our incredible community of 70,000+ learners, with instructors and mentors ready to help you every step of the way.Certificate & Lifetime Mentorship: A certification and lifetime mentorship from other certified students and the Towards AI team.Complimentary Advanced Resources: You will have access to complimentary resources for the course designed to help you navigate real-world LLM implementation.While no specialized background is needed, you need a willingness to learn. Following our goal, this is a practical course. You will be doing exercises, having quizzes, and building things. If you are not willing to sweat a little to learn, this course is not for you.If youre still on the fence, you can preview the first few lessons for free. Start learning here!What This Certification Course Can Do for YouAI Simplified with Hands-On PracticeCut through the buzz and understand what AI can actually do for your business, avoiding the common pitfalls of over-promising technologies. Learn AI and Machine Learning in a no-code environment, gaining a clear understanding of how AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) function.Industry-Specific AI StrategiesExplore real-world applications and case studies to understand how AI is reshaping your industry. Walk away with a toolkit of real-world AI use cases specific to your industry. 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Traveling with your Apple devices can quickly become a juggling act of chargers, cables, and adapters. Thats where MagSafe hits home for mesimplifying charging without needing a bunch of cables in my travel bag. Since its release with the iPhone 12, its been my go-to way to charge everything. Whether heading out for a weekend getaway or a quick work trip, building a MagSafe go-bag travel kit guarantees your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods are charged up and ready to go. Lets look at what you need in your travel bag for MagSafe.MagSafe Monday:Every Monday, Bradley Chambers looks at the latest and greatest in the MagSafe and wireless charging industry to help you get the most out of your Apple devices that support wireless charging.Mobile MagSafe battery packsWhen youre on the go, a great MagSafe battery pack is table-stakes for your travel kit. These snap-on chargers keep your iPhone powered up without the hassle of extra cables. The best ones have a slim profile (depending on how big you want it to be), fast charging, and bonus features like Qi2 support, LED displays, or kickstands. MagSafe battery pack ensures youre always ready to snap photos, navigate, or stay connected. Here are some of my favorite MagSafe battery packs:Travel MagSafe nightstand chargersA good nights sleep in a hotel should also result in a charged iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch, and a travel-friendly MagSafe nightstand charger makes it easy. Compact, foldable designs are awesome for traveling, and MagSafe compatibility eliminates the need for a bunch of different cables and chargers. Here are some good options:MagSafe charging cablesSometimes, simple is what you need. A reliable MagSafe charging cable is the perfect solution when you all need a straightforward way to charge your iPhone and AirPods without any extra charge. Theyre great when you want to keep your setup light and uncomplicated. Dont forget the USB-C wall adapter! Of course, this wont charge the Apple Watch, though.Wrap upTraveling shouldnt bring the hassle of dead Apple devices. The Delta app and Uber app are pretty useless if your iPhone is dead. MagSafe is the perfect technology to keep it simple (not needing to carry around chargers for all of your devices) while making it easy to grab a quick charge in the car, at the airport, etc).Add 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel