Due to the newly implemented tariffs, it’s anticipated that Acer, a company based in Taiwan, will increase the cost of its laptops by approximately 10%. This increase corresponds with the 10% tariff on Chinese imports that President Trump enforced on February 3, 2025.
In role-playing games (RPGs), having the ability to modify your playable character’s appearance is a highly appreciated feature, as it significantly contributes to the sense of being a cool hero, which is a common element in the fantasy often linked with this genre. Consequently, it’s no wonder that numerous players of Obsidian Entertainment’s latest fantasy RPG, Avowed, are eagerly experimenting with how extensively they can customize their characters beyond the initial character creation phase at the beginning of the game.
As a researcher examining these devices, I’ve noticed that the fresh designs of the Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 bear a striking resemblance to their Snapdragon counterparts. However, upon closer inspection, there are subtle distinctions. For instance, the Intel-powered versions come equipped with anti-reflective screens, which can be beneficial in various lighting conditions. Moreover, the Surface Pro with an Intel processor includes NFC functionality, a feature that proves particularly useful for business users.
The enhanced functionality might be due to Elon Musk stating that Grok 3 has ten times more computational power compared to its previous version, as he announced during the unveiling of the product on platform X (previously known as Twitter).
During a gathering at our Alphabet headquarters in Paris, I listened intently as our CEO, Sundar Pichai, read a thought-provoking question posed by one of our team members. The question centered around the insights and potential takeaways that Google could derive from DeepSeek’s rapid advancement, often perceived as an “overnight success.” As a researcher in this field, I find these types of questions both intriguing and motivating.
Now, Notepad offers a prompt to sign in with a Microsoft account, which has sparked concern and criticism. However, this prompt is intended for users who wish to utilize the AI-enhanced rewrite feature. It’s important to note that you can still use Notepad without needing a Microsoft account or a paid Microsoft 365 subscription. In fact, when attempting to use the rewrite feature within Notepad, separate prompts will appear inviting you to subscribe to either a Microsoft 365 Personal or Microsoft 365 Family account. These plans do require payment, as their names suggest.