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google introduces aipowered advertising tools in india following google tax

It appears our friends over at Google have been playing hide and seek with the Indian market...the sought-after treasure? A suite of AI hocus-pocus advertising tools that they previously let loose on the US in May. Now, you may find yourself asking, "Whatever do they want with India?" Well, you cheeky bugger, let me enlighten you.

The recent repeal of the so-called "Google tax" in India has unfurled the unkempt red carpet for this technological mastodon to waltz right in and setup shop. Nothing like a touch of red tape being snipped to warm the cockles of Google's corporate heart. I daresay, it feels a bit like watching a sequel to a Hollywood blockbuster, where the protagonist triumphs over bureaucracy—with fewer explosions and car chases, of course.

Turns out, Google's AI advertising tools mark a significant upswing in the techno-schematic of the future. Imagine waking up to adverts so tailored you'd think your slightly nosy neighbour became a marketer.

To encapsulate, Google, in their never-ending epic to out-tech themselves, has moved its AI-powered artillery into India following a change in tax law. Inevitably, bugs and system crashes will follow, like lost puppies trailing behind their master. At this rate, we'll have to keep a spot of tea and a hearty dose of patience on standby for the journey ahead in the wild world of digital advertising. Gird your loins and computers, folks, for the Technocalypse is upon us – the challenges never cease, but thankfully, nor does our sense of humour as we grapple with the ever-evolving gremlin we call technology. Read more here.

apples bold move challenging espn with an iphonemaker

Well, here's a fun update for you. Our dear friends at Apple, otherwise known as the makers of that expensive gadget you keep dropping, are poking their noses towards Disney's domain. Be it pride or sheer boredom, they're setting their sights on challenging ESPN, Disney's sporting powerhouse, for the rights to broadcast a racing series.

Apparently, fruit-branding alone wasn't enough, and now they want a slice of the adrenaline-filled, ear-popping, tyre-burning pie. I believe these are the guys who once claimed 'there's an app for that?' Indeed, they are now churning out services faster than you can say 'unexpected item in the bagging area.' So, let's see how they manage to find their way around a pit stop.

But rest assured folks, amidst this mashup of tech and sports entertainment, we're here, revved up and ready, armed with our top-notch critical tech views and a pinch of unfaltering British humour. Buckle up, it's going to be a bumpy ride. Read more here.

top tech picks prime day discounts on my favorite lifeenhancing

In the whimsical world of technology, which often goes hand in hand with hilariously abstruse complications, our comrade-in-arms reports on their favourite contraptions aimed to simplify life. These gizmos, splendid doodads of the digital era, range from intelligent earbuds to robotic vacuum cleaners - proving once more that we're unflinchingly sprinting towards a future concocted by Orwell, albeit cleaner and with a worthwhile soundtrack.

And there's more! We learn that these "life-easing" devices carry an additional feature on Amazon Prime Day - a delightfully tempting discount aimed at tempting even the staunchly frugal among us to part with a bit of dough. Perhaps, henceforth, we'd all do well to remember that the path of techno-superiority is not only paved with complex algorithms and tangled wires, but also, prominently discounted Prime Day specials. All's fair in tech and Prime Day, eh? Let's take yet another pass at untangling the charmingly precarious intricacies of our tech-addicted age! Read more here.

intels last hurrah for lga1851 socket the

Evidently, the chaps at Intel have taken a leaf out of the famous British sitcom book. In the spirit of "Yes, Prime Minister," it's all about the art of the 'policy refresh'. The latest narrative revolves around the Intel Arrow Lake Refresh, set for a grand unveiling in the latter half of this year, according to the techno-whisperers at ZDNet Korea.

Now, for the uninitiated, these 'refreshes' from Intel are becoming as commonplace as a chippy on Friday night. They're essentially tactful updates to Intel's existing architecture. Somewhat like slapping a fresh coat of paint on a beloved but ageing caravan, hoping no one will notice the axle's still dodgy.

The LGA-1851 socket is staring its swan song in the face, it appears. Intel's Arrow Lake Refresh may be the final hurrah for this familiar bit of kit. Does this signal an upcoming era of socket-insecurity, or might we be witnessing the inevitable march towards better, slicker tech?

Regardless, kudos to Intel for keeping us on our toes. In the grand pantomime of technologies, it takes a hefty dose of tenacity (and many a shrewd 'refresh') to keep one's tech infrastucture in the limelight. So let's crack out the popcorn and enjoy the show. Cue the footlights for act two, or as the technorati shall call it - the second half of the year. Read more here.

ultra unlocks begin in pokmon gos exciting week of events

Ah, the ever-evolving saga that is Pokémon GO. The digital gym is flexing its muscles yet again from July 7 to July 13 with its latest stratagem - the Ultra Unlocks! If you think you've had your fill of digital critters this year, brace yourself for an explosion of more technological confetti.

Firstly, we have the Hisui Celebration, offering a cavalcadish carousel of delights to those captivated by pixelated companions. Remember Hisuian Lilligant, that pixelated darling? Well, you have a chance to wrestle that entity in the Hisuian Lilligant Raid Day—sounds exhilarating, doesn't it?

But, wait - there's more. You ought to bring out your inner Sherlock to cut through the digital fog because we've got weekly Spotlight Hours, daily Raid/Hours, Dynamax Battles, and - get this - Mega Raids.

And just when you thought you could retire your digital detective cap, along comes the grand poker-face challenge in the form of GO Battle League Season 23. If you've not knocked off every bell and whistle offered till now, this should surely keep the tech savvy amongst us eagerly pushing buttons.

Oh, and don't forget the Season-long Delightful. We're not exactly sure what that means; it could be dancing dragons or prancing Pikachus, but sure sounds like Pokémon have nailed the mystery part of their game.

To conclude, it appears Pokémon GO persists in its efforts to create a multi-layered labyrinth of virtual escapades. It's as if throwing a digital curve ball is Pokémon GO's modus operandi to keep us on our toes. But, go on - dust off your screens, wipe off the digital grime, and get ready to grapple with these delightfully mind-boggling challenges. After all, a touch of whimsy never hurt anyone, right? Read more here.

unprecedented nintendo eshop sale square enix decreases prices for

Square Enix, bless their cotton socks, are throwing one of their most sizeable Nintendo eShop sales to date, targeting that old chum, the Switch. Prices are crashing with all the grace of a cat on roller skates, with games like 'Final Fantasy 9', 'NieR: Automata', and let's not forget our diminutive wanderer 'Octopath Traveler 2'. Over fifty titles from the publisher are attempting to trip up your purses, slyly hinting, "come on, can you really resist?" Always there, that ticklish conundrum of tech, being a simultaneous boon and bane. Yet against all odds, we persevere, wallets quivering. Technology, eh? Who'd have it any other way? Read more here.

unveiling the mystery whos really behind nintendos recent block

This old chestnut again, eh? Let's shine some light on this murky little mystery. It seems our chums at Nintendo have turned into secret agents of late, keeping us in the dark about who's actually tinkering away on their latest gaming gems. Now, these aren't just your run-of-the-mill, latest digital distractions folks, but full-fledged life-consuming pastimes that have us glued to our screens till the wee hours of the morning.

It's become a bit of a tech whodunit, really - an Agatha Christie novel reimagined for the Silicon Valley crowd. Who's the Hercule Poirot of programming or the Miss Marple of middleware? We're all left guessing in this cloak-and-dagger world of game development.

Granted, this situation brings its own set of challenges - it's like trying to assemble an IKEA flat-pack without the instructions - an unintelligible muddle of screws, nails, and pieces that look like they might be important, but you're really just guessing.

Is this tech challenge insurmountable? Well, like that one mate who always manages to miraculously chug down an entire pint in one gulp, against all known laws of physics and biology, we are ever hopeful that someone, somewhere, will spill the beans.

Remember, the technology and infrastructural game is not for the faint-hearted. It's an ever-tightening tangle of spaghetti code, where every turn could lead to a dead end, or perhaps, if you're lucky - a princess in another castle.

So chin up, techies. God loves a trier, and who knows? This jig might be up sooner than we imagine - when the 'masterminds' at Nintendo finally let slip their gang of mystery game developers. Until then, it remains but another delightful enigma in our never-ending tech saga. Stay tuned for more! Read more here.

understanding the 500 surge in microsoft windows attacks stay informed

In the latest chapter of the delightful tech saga we’ve all surrendered our sanity to, Microsoft Windows attacks have shot up by a dazzling 500 percent. Ah yes, the familiar punch of waking up to a new cyber threat—like a good dose of black coffee for our nerves. These mischievous digital weasels are exploiting Direct Memory Access ports, meaning everything you’ve stored in your mind-staining blue screen, from your ultimate scone recipe to your lifetime's financial data, could be compromised. Cue the dramatic gasps.

Keep your wits about you, though. It's not all doom and gloom in our digital Neverland. While the tit for tat between our brainy tech boffins and the cyber miscreants trying to breach the kingdom’s walls continues, our dedicated knights in silicon-coated armour are determined to not let them win. Navigating this complex tech labyrinth is about as easy as explaining the offside rule to your nan after her third sherry, but we'll stay on the case.

So remember, in these tumultuous tech times, it’s pluck and antivirus that get us safely through updates and sudden shutdowns. Hence, keep your digital defenses sharper than a corgi's tooth and your passwords more confusing than a cricket rule book. Who knows, sometimes resilience amidst the madness keeps life interesting, doesn't it? Read more here.

streamlining image navigation google photos apps latest update unveiled

Well, there's some grand news for you fancy snapshot enthusiasts. The Google Photos app has indulged in a spot of refurbishment, no doubt hoping to alleviate our daily technological travail. The good folks at Google must have been in a right two-and-eight with the rum old layout, so they've had a whip round and drummed up a new design - supposedly to make it easier for us mere mortals to stroll through our digital photo gallery.

And lo! Now you can admire your artistic endeavours and view the image specifications without squinting like a muddled mole in daylight. Why, it's nothing short of a groundbreaking effort to lead us with grace through the perpetual obstacle course of cutting-edge technology! Hand your hats to Google as they take another modest stride in tackling the never-ending, hair-tearing, nerve-shredding challenge that is making our complex tech devices function without the theatrics. So, crack on then, and happy photo viewing! Read more here.

nintendo switch 2 hits impressive 5 million sales mark globally

Good heavens above, Nintendo just can't seem to keep a lid on all this success, can they? In the latest turn of events, the Japanese gaming behemoth has tactfully adjusted (read: significantly inflated) its sales predictions for the Nintendo Switch 2. With that quintessential Nintendo swagger, they disclose the system has somehow stubbed its digital toe on an astonishing 5 million units sold worldwide. That's a dizzyingly impressive figure, tantamount to the population of Scotland.

However, let us not forget about the absolute travesty it is to host a virtual tea party for your favourite Animal Crossing character due to the persistent and irksome flaws - let me clarify, the ongoing challenges - in gaming technology and infrastructure. There’s always room for a spot more tweaking and refining. Yet, despite these confounding technological conundrums, we're positively battling on with all the fervour of a Spiny Shell in Mario Kart. Nintendo, dear chums, you certainly keep us on our toes, don't you? Read more here.