The Sims-like Inzoi shares full PC hardware requirements, and a look at how different settings compareAhead of this month's launch.Image credit: Eurogamer/Krafton News by Matt Wales News Reporter Published on March 12, 2025 There's a lot of buzz around Inzoi, the upcoming Sims-like from developer Krafton - partly because it's a promising new contender in a genre that's so far been dominated by a single series, and partly because it's a bit of a looker. And if you were wondering exactly what sort of PC you'll be needing in order to crank Inzoi up to the max, those details have now been revealed - alongside a video showing how the game'll look at different tiers.Inzoi (or InZOI as Krafton would have it) is described as "complete community simulation" where "every character [acts] on their free will". It promises to give players the tools to "alter any aspect of their world to create unique stories and experiences", alongside the likes of jobs and "deep relationships through interactions". It's also leaning hard on the customisation side of things, showcasing remarkably detailed characters and elaborate homes.Inevitably, its Unreal Engine 5 powered reality - which takes a far more photorealistic approach compared to something like The Sims - isn't going to run on any old potato. And Krafton has now revealed exactly what hardware players will need to have stuffed inside their gaming PCs if they want to play Inzoi at either Minimum, Medium, Recommended, or High settings without risking the chance of a weird small and/or small house fire. Image credit: KraftonIn fact, Krafton's gone a little further than that, providing eight different preset options giving players an easy way to choose between better graphics or better performance across its four hardware requirement tiers. Even more handily, all this is accompanied by a video demonstrating the impact these various setting will have on the game. And while the differences are certainly evident, Inzoi still looks to put on a decent show on lower-end hardware.Inzoi - graphics comparison by system specs.Watch on YouTubeInzoi initially comes to PC as an early access release - it'll be available on Steam from 28th March - and Krafton says it'll "continue working on optimisations to improve performance while finding ways to lower system requirements without compromising overall quality." "Our team is committed to enhancing the Inzoi experience for creators," it concludes. "We truly appreciate your patience and continued support, and we look forward to seeing you in early access." Oh, and in case you were wondering, yes, Inzoi does have its own form of WooHoo.

Anthropics CEO Dario Amodei is worried that spies, likely from China, are getting their hands on costly algorithmic secrets from the U.S.s top AI companies and he wants the U.S. government to step in.Speaking at a Council on Foreign Relations event on Monday, Amodei said that China is known for its large-scale industrial espionage and that AI companies like Anthropic are almost certainly being targeted.Many of these algorithmic secrets, there are $100 million secrets that are a few lines of code, he said. And, you know, Im sure that there are folks trying to steal them, and they may be succeeding.More help from the U.S. government to defend against this risk is very important, Amodei added, without specifying exactly what kind of help would be required.Anthropic declined to comment to TechCrunch on the remarks specifically, but referred to Anthropics recommendations to the White Houses Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) earlier this month.In the submission, Anthropic argues that the federal government should partner with AI industry leaders to beef up security at frontier AI labs, including by working with U.S. intelligence agencies and their allies.The remarks are in keeping with Amodeis more critical stance toward Chinese AI development. Amodei has called for strong U.S. export controls on AI chips to China while saying that DeepSeek scored the worst on a critical bioweapons data safety test that Anthropic ran.Amodeis concerns, as he laid out in his essay Machines of Loving Grace and elsewhere, center on China using AI for authoritarian and military purposes.This kind of stance has led to criticism from some in the AI community who argue the U.S. and China should collaborate more, not less, on AI, in order to avoid an arms race that results in either country building a system so powerful that humans cant control it.

Intel has appointed Lip-Bu Tan, a major figure in the semiconductor industry, as CEO, the company announced late Wednesday. Tan succeeds interim co-CEOs David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus. Hell also rejoin the Intel board of directors after stepping down from the board in August 2024, Intel said. Zinsner will remain Intels CFO, while Johnston Holthaus will remain CEO of the companys Intel Products division.Tan, a Malaysia-bornlongtime tech investor, formerly served as CEO of Cadence Design Systems. He was a manager at two energy firms, EDS Nuclear and ECHO Energy, and a partner at the Walden USA investment fund before founding venture capital firm Walden International in 1987.Tan is exceptionally well-connected in the tech industry, and a director on the boards of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Schneider Electric, and SoftBank. Hes also widely respected as a business leader. After Intel announced Tans appointment, the companys stock jumped around 11% in after-hours trading.In a statement, Tan said that Intel will be an engineering-focused company under his leadership.We will push ourselves to develop the best products, listen intently to our customers, and hold ourselves accountable to the commitments we make so that we build trust, he said. We also have a responsibility to deliver for our shareholders something I am equally focused on and expect will be an outcome of our renewed focus on customers.

Jon Favreau (The Mandalorian, The Lion King) is set to pen and produce an Oswald the Lucky Rabbit animation/live action hybrid series for Disney+, from Walt Disney Studios.Oswald, an early Disney cartoon who bears a close resemblance to Mickey Mouse, was also the catalyst for the creation of the beloved character; Universal acquired the rights to Oswald in 1928, spurring Disney to create his rodent replacement. Walt Disney Co. regained the rabbits trademark in 2006, although it eventually entered the public domain in 2023.The lucky character has not returned to Disney unscathed, however. The upcoming Oswald Down the Rabbit Hole horror flick promises to take the franchise in an entirely different - and creepy- direction. Journalist, antique shop owner, aspiring gemologistL'Wrenbrings a diverse perspective to animation, where every frame reflects her varied passions.

Joseph Specter was named the new president and CEO of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. The announcement comes after Stuart Graff stepped down from the role last August, after having worked at Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation for almost a decade, a tenure fraught with controversy. Previously, Specter was president and general director of Arizona Opera, a Phoenix-based opera company. Mark Dreher, Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation board chair, said it was Specters experience leading mission-driven organizations and his passion for engaging communities and his ability to build strong relationships make him an ideal leader to advance Wrights legacy, which made him stand out as the best choice.[Specters] commitment to expanding the influence of organic architecture and ensuring its relevance for future generations aligns perfectly with our vision, Dreher added. The Board is excited for the Foundations next chapter under Joes leadership and looks forward to working together to strengthen our mission and impact. After Graff announced he would step down from the role, Aaron Betsky, who previously led the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architectureandthen the School of Architecture at Taliesin, penned a list of suggestions for the Foundation board to consider as it looks toward its future. Among his recommendations were partnering with educational institutions and relaxing the policy on the use of Wrights name and logos.It is an incredible honor to join the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation as its next president and CEO, Specter said in a statement about his new role. Wrights vision for improving lives through the principles of organic architecture is as relevant today as ever, and I am eager to collaborate with the Foundations dedicated team and community to amplify his influence.Specter continued: Together, we will deepen our engagement with architects, scholars and supporters while strengthening the Foundations resources to preserve and advance Wrights legacy. I look forward to building new relationships and ensuring that Wrights philosophy continues to inspire generations to come. At Arizona Opera, Specter led the company through 32 percent budget growth, Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation noted. He helped increase subscription revenue, and strengthen fundraising through major donor commitments.Before Arizona Opera, he was director of international relations at the Metropolitan Opera, where he managed a portfolio of over 100 institutional funders, generating more than $5 million in annual support, and securing over $3 million in new sponsorships.Prior to the Metropolitan Opera, Specter worked for Lord Abbett, an investment house where he represented $2.6 billion in assets.Specter will begin his new role in early May.

A trio of vintage Ford GT high-performance cars on display at the Ford Heritage Fleet collection at ... [+] Ford World Headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan.Ed GarstenA loud roar shakes the ground in a sprawling garage tucked away behind Ford Motor Co. world headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan. The muscular growl is coming from the beneath the hood of a 2017 Ford GT MKII as an engineer revs its racing engine.Only 42 copies of the track-only car were built, priced at $1.2 million apiece. The MKII reporters were shown Tuesday is part of a collection of about 175 classic, concept, one-off and certain significant vehicles in Fords history as part of what the automaker calls its heritage fleet revealed for the first time to reporters on Wednesday.Listen to the MKII sing in the video below.Many of the vehicles on display are museum quality, but dont plan a family outing to view them.We didn't do this to set up a museum. We did this to set up a working fleet that's valuable and they can offer insights to product development, to engineering, to Ford Performance, to drive our business going forward, said Ted Ryan, manager of Ford Heritage brand, during a media tour of the collection on Wednesday. The intent of this is to have a viable fleet that can be used by all the different teams within Ford.While the public cannot tour the Ford Heritage Fleet anyone can access the Ford Heritage Vault website with images, brochures, manuals of thousands of Ford vehicles.A whirlwind tour of the collection was a trip where each vehicle marked a highlight of Fords history, innovation, design or experimentation.The 10-millionth Ford Mustang on display at the Ford Heritage Fleet. The vehicle was produced for ... [+] the 2019 model year.Ed GarstenThe Ford Mustang, introduced at the 1984 Worlds Fair in New York City has been one of Fords most popular cars over the years. The 10-millionth Mustang that rolled off the assembly line is part of the collection, painted the same Wimbledon white as the one revealed in 1984. The biggest difference is first ones V8 engine developed just 164 horsepower, while the 2019 GT V8 put out a brawny 460.Rear end of 1993 Ford Mustang built on the Fox platform on display at the Ford Heritage Fleet in ... [+] Dearborn, Michigan.Ed GarstenIn keeping with the original pony cars popularity and significance to Ford, the Mustang comprises a large proportion of the heritage fleet including:Several versions of the Cobra including the last Fox platform model. The idea was to make them as lightweight as possible, high performing as possible, biggest engines that we could put in basically unique parts, cool systems, things like that, said Nick Terzes, manager, performance accessories. Each one of these is number one. These are the very first of the production run of each of these limited edition cars. So weve been able to keep them. We've used them for many events. We've driven them on the track, andstill very fortunate to keep these in the fleet.To introduce the 50th anniversary Mustang in 2014, the company got permission to display one, briefly, on the observation deck of the Empire State Building in New York City. The yellow Mustang was gutted of its engine and other heavy components, broken down into sections small enough to fit into an elevator and reassembled, explained communications manager Said Deep.2015 Ford Mustang that was disassembled and brought by elevator to the Empire State Building ... [+] observation deck in 2014 to celebrate the automaker's 50th anniversary.Ed GarstenPickup trucks have always been Fords biggest moneymaker and several examples show how the company used design and technology to keep them fresh.We're able to keep one of the originals in the fleet as kind of a design inspiration, but also as our benchmark, so we can continue to increase the performance, said Terzes, as he pointed to The original Lightning program was in 1993 this is a second generation. This was a super charged 5.4 liter in this and really we jumped up the performance significantly with this truck.Electric Ford Rangler pickup truck prototype on display at Ford Heritage Fleet in Dearborn, ... [+] Michigan.Ed GarstenA battery-electric Ranger is one of the companys first forays into developing an electric pickup truck. Its range was just 40 miles, according to Ryan.The 2007 Airstream, a concept vehicle on display in the Ford Heritage Fleet, Dearborn, Michigan. Ed GarstenThe Airstream is an example of the collection of concept vehicles, also known as show cars in the heritage fleet. Concept vehicles are never meant to be produced for sale, but are exercises for designers and engineers.Indeed, the Airstream is a favorite of Paul Wraith, global director of design for sports utility vehicles.Interior of 2007 Airstream concept vehicle. Ed GarstenIf you look inside the vehicle its brilliant. It's got these egg-like chairs, this stripe of orange and white, said Wraith. I used to sit in it every day. How cool to eat my lunch when it spent a bit of time over in the UK, one of our studios. It's a really nice place to be.2004 Ford Bronco concept vehicle on display at the Ford Heritage Fleet in Dearborn, Michigan. Ed GarstenA show version of the Ford Bronco caught the attention of wrestler-turn-movie star Dwayne The Rock Johnson when he saw it while touring a design studio.Can I borrow your car, he said, recalled Wraith. I said yes, please don't break it. A Bronco did appear in Johnsons movie Rampage.Model T reproduced in 2003 for Ford's 100th anniversary celebration. Ed GarstenFords much earlier heritage is represented by a Model T reproduced for the automakers 100th anniversary in 2003 along with a 1938 ambulance once used by a volunteer safety group from Belmar, New Jersey.1938 ambulance used by a volunteer group in Belmar, New Jersey to assist with emergency calls. Ed GarstenImpetus for creating the Heritage Fleet came from Ford CEO Jim Farley who enjoyed a similar collection on display at Ford of England.The email came into senior management and me basically saying, this is great. Why don't we do this in the United States, recalled Ryan.So the work began, and as Terzes explained, it became both a labor of necessity and love.The last Ford Mustang to roll off the line at the Dearborn Assembly Plant in 2004, on display at the ... [+] Ford Heritage Fleet in Dearborn, Michigan.Ed GarstenThere was a fleet of engineers, designers, sales people, that helped get these vehicles shepherded back in the day, Terzes said. But then since that point, there's been a whole group of people that have helped protect many of these cars and keep them in our fleet for future inspiration for actual development work as we've continued building the next generations of vehicles.A corollary perhaps where everything old helps create something new again.

While were waiting for the next big iPhone software update, iOS 18.4, which Apple has confirmed will land in April, the company has snuck out a smaller release, iOS 18.3.2. Heres what it is and whether you should be trusting it to your iPhone.Apple iPhone 16NurPhoto via Getty ImagesNote that Ill be updating this post over the coming week and will make a final assessment on Wednesday, March 19.Who Is It For And How Do You Get It?Apple iOS 18.3.2 is for everyone with iPhones capable of running iOS 18. This means all iPhones from the iPhone XS released in 2018 onwards, including the second- and third-generation iPhone SE models as well as the latest iPhone 16e.What Its AboutThen there are two periods in a software release identifier, you can be sure its not geared just to new features. In fact, like this one, its almost certainly going to be about bug fixes and security updates. The first of these is a fix to a problem that could occur when you are streaming content. Apple says, This update provides important bug fixes, security updates, and addresses an issue that may prevent playback of some streaming content.Thats the only change it mentions, though note that if you have turned Apple Intelligence off, installing iOS 18.3.2 may turn it on again. A quick trip to Settings will put this right if you need to disable it all over again.Apple iOS 18.3.2 SecurityTheres a security issue thats addressed in this update, concerning WebKit security, which applies to iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Vision Pro. Worryingly, its a report that may have been exploited already, as Apple explains. Its been around for more than a year, but a supplementary fix to the original one was needed.Fellow Senior Contributor Kate OFlaherty has more on these issues here at Forbes.Initial ReactionsThe first reactions have ranged from the regular issues that occur just after updating, such as a warm iPhone, to smooth as butter and screen responsiveness complaints. But overall there are few users saying new problems have arisen.Apple iOS 18.3.2 Initial Verdict: UpdateTheres a serious security element here so updating seems to be the way to go, especially as there are so far few issues regarding new problems. Ill be checking out responses in the coming days so please check back, and the final verdict will be here in a weeks time.

The big picture: Google unexpectedly released a firmware update for the Pixel 4a smartphone earlier this year. Many users reported that the update made their devices unreliable or even unusable, leading them to question whether it was truly necessary. Now, an Australian organization has revealed the real reason behind the update. Google launched a so-called "battery performance program" in January, stating that some Pixel 4a phones required new battery management features to prevent performance degradation. The company warned users that the update could reduce battery capacity on certain devices and offered limited compensation options to affected customers.After the update was rolled out, many Pixel 4a owners discovered the full impact of Google's warning. Some phones became virtually unusable, suffering from drastically reduced battery life. The new firmware left many Pixel customers disappointed, as Mountain View had seemingly decided to cripple a discontinued device while offering only a meager rebate as compensation.Now, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has revealed a significantly more serious and justified reason for the update. The organization recently issued a recall for Google Pixel 4a smartphones sold in Australia between 2020 and 2022, citing a risk of overheating that could lead to fire or burns.The issue does not affect all Pixel 4a variants, according to the ACCC, meaning the firmware update may have had no impact on battery management in some cases. Furthermore, the Australian commission has referenced Google's compensation program for customers looking to trade in their older devices for a small payout.Before the ACCC's recall program, no explicit statement had been made about potential overheating issues with the Pixel 4a. Google stated that Australian authorities opted for a "voluntary" recall initiative. Non-updated phones remain technically usable for now, the company added. // Related StoriesUsers have reported that Google's firmware update significantly impacted battery charging capacity. Some phones now last only a few hours before requiring a recharge an almost "unusable" state in today's mobile-driven world.According to code analysts who examined the update, Pixel 4a batteries fall into two categories: ATL and LSN. Google imposed a charging capacity cap on LSN batteries to mitigate overheating risks.

You may know Walmart as the king of low prices, but today theyre really showing it with this deal on the Onn. 10.4-inch Tablet Pro. Normally $129, you can get the tablet for $50 off, making it just $79. While this deal lasts, this is one of the best tablets to get if youre on a budget. They are selling out quickly though, with over 100 sold in the past day alone. So, be quick to tap the button below to see if it is still available, then read on to see why this is the tablet under $100 to buy today.The main draw of this tablet is that it is a full-sized tablet under $100. Its harder to get a decent tablet under this price. Even undecent tablets usually go over the $100 mark. However, there is a case for making this your go to tablet for browsing, or even making this a tablet for watching movies. How so? First, its 10.4 inch screen has a nice 2K 2000 x 1200 resolution, which is not too shabby for a tablet under $100. Secondly, it has a battery life up to 17 hours which wont exactly get you through War and Peace, but makes this a surprisingly great tablet for reading. Again, the ultimate appeal of this tablet is its affordable price. The 3GB of RAM arent going to make it the ultimate mobile game station, for example, but for standard internet activities this deal reminds us why Walmart is a pretty decent place to shop.To recount what is going on here, the Onn. Tablet Pro is available right now for just $79. That incredible price comes from Walmart reducing the price of this tablet by $50 from its usual $129. Theres even free shipping! And, as you can imagine with a deal like this, it is quite popular. Over 100 people have picked up this deal since yesterday and, at the time of this writing, over 200 have it in their cart, ready to purchase. In other words, if you dont pick up this tablet now, you may not get the chance later. Tap the button below to see if it is still available at Walmart.RelatedAll sold out? Check on these fresh tablet deals for more ongoing offers.Editors Recommendations

In a Mozilla support document, the company urges users to update Firefox before Friday, March 14, 2025, due to an expiring root certificate, as first reported by Bleeping Computer. Failure to update to the latest browser version will result in disruption and security risks.Mozilla explained what could happen if users dont update by saying, On March 14, 2025, a root certificate used to verify signed content and add-ons for various Mozilla projects, including Firefox, will expire. Without updating to Firefox version 128 or higher (or ESR 115.13+ for ESR users, including Windows 7/8/8.1 and macOS 10.1210.14 users), this expiration may cause significant issues with add-ons, content signing and DRM-protected media playback.Recommended VideosIf you dont update, Firefox features that rely on remote updates will stop working, and your installed add-ons will be disabled. DRM-protected content, such as streaming services, may also stop playing due to failed updates. Additionally, systems dependent on content verification could stop functioning properly. The document also mentioned that users could be exposed to security risks such as compromised passwords, compromised user data, and the possibility of visiting fraudulent or insecure websites without warning. Mozilla suggests that users check if they are running on the latest Firefox 128 version by going to Menu > Help > About Firefox.The problem of the expiring root certificate affects Firefox users across Android, Windows, Linux, and macOS. However, iOS is not affected due to the use of an independent root certificate management system. Its also a good idea for users of Firefox-based browsers like Waterfox, Tor, and LibreWolf to update to the latest version of the browser.Firefox users canalso protect their data by updating their passwords using one of the best password managers to help them create strong ones. Further, using one of the best antivirus software is also a great way to stay safe from online threats.Editors Recommendations