South African retail chain Checkers, owned by the Shoprite Group, is trailing new “smart” shopping trolleys that let customers scan items and pay for their groceries directly from the cart. The Checkers Xpress Trolley, developed by the group’s innovation department, ShopriteX, is being tested at two stores in the Western Cape. Read: Checkers pilots new…
Google DeepMind is launching a new AI world model called Genie 3, which can generate interactive 3D environments in real time. This new version promises significant improvements, including longer play sessions and the ability to “remember” where objects are placed within a virtual space. Read: Google Deepmind launches Genie 3, an AI video model that…
Humanity’s quest for clean, reliable, and affordable energy is paramount. While solar and wind power offer solutions, a vast, untapped resource lies beneath our feet: the Earth’s internal heat. Geothermal energy has historically been limited to specific regions, but Quaise Energy, an MIT spin-off, is pioneering a groundbreaking technology set to unlock this potential globally….
CRISPR gene-editing therapy has already shown immense promise in treating and curing diseases, but scientists are now revealing its potential for disease prevention. A recent paper published in Nature details how a team of researchers successfully edited a single gene in mosquitos, rendering them unable to transmit malaria. This groundbreaking development could eventually lead to…
Mark Gurman, in his recent Power On newsletter, indicates that Apple is poised to release at least two devices powered by its forthcoming M5 chip before the year’s end. The M5-equipped iPad Pro has reportedly reached advanced testing phases, suggesting it is “on track for production in the second half of this year.” Read: Apple…
In this week’s Tech Tuesday segment on Smile 90.4FM we discuss the first direct evidence from James Webb of an alien planet. Read more on Bandwidth Blog
Fibre isn’t a luxury anymore – it’s as critical as water or electricity – but the service offered by South Africa’s fibre operators certainly doesn’t reflect this reality. While specific data on the average call centre wait times for local fibre network operators is limited, general industry insights suggest that average handle times range from…
Microsoft and Asus have teamed up to introduce two new ROG Xbox Ally handhelds, part of the “Project Kennan” initiative. These devices boast a new full-screen Xbox experience on Windows, designed specifically to be more handheld-friendly by simplifying the Windows interface and focusing purely on gaming. Read: Microsoft and ASUS unveil ROG Xbox Ally handhelds…
In this week’s Tech Tuesday segment on Smile 90.4FM we discuss the new sports-focused smart glasses from Meta and Oakley. Read more on Bandwidth Blog
