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17+ min ago (1151+ words) Researchers have developed a new artificial intelligence system, E-RayZer, that learns to understand three-dimensional scenes directly from images, achieving performance comparable to, and sometimes exceeding, systems trained with labelled data and significantly improving results in various 3D-related tasks. https://quantumzeitgeist.com/wp-content/uploads/Capture-622.jpg The challenge of building computers that understand three-dimensional space remains a key goal in artificial intelligence, and recent advances in self-supervised learning offer a promising path forward. Qitao Zhao from Carnegie Mellon University, Hao Tan and Kai Zhang from Adobe Research, along with Qianqian Wang, Sai Bi, and Kalyan Sunkavalli, present E-RayZer, a new method that learns to reconstruct 3D scenes directly from images without requiring labelled data. This approach differs from previous techniques by operating directly in three-dimensional space, creating geometrically accurate representations and avoiding potential shortcuts in learning. The team demonstrates that E-RayZer not only surpasses existing self-supervised methods, such…...

18+ min ago (258+ words) Pixel 9 Pro Fold users can now view recent shots on half the screen while using the Camera app. While foldable phones offer plenty of great use-case scenarios, such as a bigger inner display for watching content and using two apps side by side so you don't have to switch between them repeatedly, I really appreciate it when apps are optimized for foldables from the start. Most apps like Gmail, Maps, Evernote, and many others are optimized to take full advantage of the inner foldable display. Similarly, the camera app on many foldable phones, such as the Oppo Find N5, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, and even the Vivo X Fold 5, offers a feature that splits the camera into two halves, with the viewfinder on the right and previews of recent shots on the left. While most foldable smartphone makers have offered this…...

24+ min ago (917+ words) Yes, it really is a lot like a video game. Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) on Tuesday opened a training area outside Kyiv to selected media for a presentation and " if reporters wanted " a test-drive of an Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) they developed against Russian forces. A Kyiv Post reporter took HUR up on the offer and test-drove a six-wheel medium UGV called Legit, a drone armed with a heavy machine gun in a remote-controlled turret. The drive test took place on soggy ground, but aside from light drizzle, it wasn't raining hard. HUR is one of several operators competing for resources and orders in the country's booming but fiercely competitive UGV market. Over 200 private companies, large and small, are thought to be producing UGVs of one form or another in Ukraine. The Ukrainian Ground Forces, the Armed Forces of…...

27+ min ago (643+ words) Nvidia is weighing a plan to expand output for its H200 chips after Chinese buyers pushed demand far beyond what the company can produce right now. According to Reuters, the company told clients in China that it is studying ways to add capacity because orders have gone past its current limits. The push began after U.S. President Donald Trump said the government would let Nvidia export the H200 into China as long as the company pays a 25% fee on those sales. That rule turned the H200 into the one chip every major Chinese firm now wants to secure. Chinese companies jumped on the news fast. Firms like Alibaba and ByteDance contacted Nvidia this week to ask for large batches and requested details on how soon they can get them. Nvidia also allegedly said that it is working to "manage our supply chain to ensure…...

35+ min ago (329+ words) IKEA's love for handy home accessories and capital letters is continuing with the V'STM'RKE series, a set of three wireless chargers that support the Qi2 standard " one of which has a useful secondary function hidden away. That charger is the simply named V'STM'RKE wireless charger (via Notebookcheck), yours for a reasonable $9.99 (we're still waiting on international pricing and availability). It comes in one color, bright red, and looks very much like a donut. It supports the Qi2.0 standard and can charge at rates up to 15W. It's able to attach magnetically too, so it'll function with the Apple MagSafe and Google Pixelsnap standards, and the integrated USB cable can be stored neatly inside the charger itself. That double function is the charger's ability to act as a PopSocket-style holder for your phone: when it is attached magnetically to a handset, you can open…...

44+ min ago (390+ words) Publishers Feardemic and Dear Villagers, and developers Fallen Leaf and Black Drakkar Games will release open-ended, interactive science-fiction adventure game Fort Solis for Xbox Series via Microsoft Store on December 19, the companies announced. Fort Solis coming to Xbox Series on December 19 Publishers Feardemic and Dear Villagers, and developers Fallen Leaf and Black Drakkar Games will release open-ended, interactive science-fiction adventure game Fort Solis for Xbox Series via Microsoft Store on December 19, the companies announced. Unreal Engine 5 First Generation Games: Brilliant Visuals & Growing Pains Digital Foundry : First revealed back in 2020, Unreal Engine 5 promised next generation detail and lighting quality - and since then, the technology has only got better and better. Three years on, we're finally getting to play actual games using cutting-edge tech like Lumen, Nanite and virtual shadowmaps, so just how well is the engine shaping up in actual shipping…...

45+ min ago (141+ words) There are FOUR lights!But besides that, we have AMD news on Redstone, their B650 chipset and so much DDR pricing and related news that you'll platz." Oh, Kohler has got a" Posted by PCPer Staff | Dec 13, 2025 | General Tech | 0 Thanks to Notion and their AI enfused Notion Agent for the sponsorship this week, help us out and check out their very cool offer at:notion.com/pcper Whow!" We must also thank our Patreon members, because without you " we would be gone " seriously. New folks joining in the fray and current ones that are bumping their patronage are greatly appreciated. This show cannot go on without you " you know who you are, please consider helping our efforts. It most definitely helps keep us on the air. And helps Josh buy burgers. Thank you!...

49+ min ago (282+ words) Phones in 2026 are certain to have a price rise due to the increasing cost of memory modules. We are already seeing its effects with recent flagship launches like the iQOO 15, which saw a whopping 33% price increase over its predecessor in India. Raising prices, however, won't work in all markets. In a price-sensitive economy like India, it would be harder for brands to justify higher costs when the actual device might not bring any major improvements. According to a tipster on Naver, smartphones equipped with 16GB of RAM could nearly go extinct in 2026, except for some manufacturer-specific models. The source also claims that 4GB RAM models may become far more common than they are today. More concerning, some phones could still end up costing more than current models despite being equipped with less memory. The leak goes on to say that smartphones with…...

1+ hour, 5+ min ago (389+ words) Here are three fantastic value gaming laptop deals If you're on the lookout for a gaming laptop that doesn't break the bank, I highly recommend checking out Walmart's ongoing seasonal sales this week. The retailer has several amazing deals right now that easily rival those from Black Friday. A great example is this Acer Nitro V with an RTX 5050 for $599 (was $899). It's one of the cheapest gaming laptop deals on the market, but the combination of an RTX 5050 graphics card, Ryzen 5 chipset, and 16GB of DDR5 RAM makes it surprisingly potent for $600. If you're on a strict budget, then definitely check it out. For something a little more powerful, consider this RTX 5060-equipped Acer Nitro V for $799 (was $1,199). This mid-range machine comes with a more powerful Intel Core 7 chipset, 16GB of RAM, and a bigger 1TB SSD, making it better suited for enthusiast gamers,…...

1+ hour, 5+ min ago (953+ words) Here's my verdict after hours of testing Fed up with your TV delivering obscured dialogue, weak bass, and tinny, high-volume sound? Then it may be time for an audio upgrade. That's right, I'd highly recommend picking up a soundbar " not only for those seeking immersive Dolby Atmos and surround sound, but also for those who want to enjoy generally clear, all-around audio. If a basic audio upgrade is all you're after, there are plenty of options around " some great, some not so much. One of the best-selling models on Amazon is the Bose TV Speaker. It's a soundbar I was familiar with but had never actually tested myself. That was until recently. Yes, I called in the Bose TV speaker and spent hours upon hours watching movies and listening to music to determine whether it's actually worth buying. As someone…...