“It often generates unrealistic physics and struggles with complex actions over long durations”: OpenAI’s Sora ships to general availability with critical performance caps and a $200 subscription requirement for better resolution and longer duration

On the third day of OpenAI’s 12-day “Shipmas” celebration, ChatGPT’s creators unveiled the widespread accessibility of their text-to-video model called Sora. This tool was initially introduced earlier this year in a preview version. The advanced model is capable of producing one-minute videos while ensuring top quality and accurately following the user’s instructions.

Microsoft AI CEO predicts AGI within 7 years, but not with ‘current hardware’ as indicated by Sam Altman: “I don’t think it can be done on [Nvidia] GB200s”

Multiple sources have recently hinted at the possibility that Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) may come to fruition earlier than expected. For instance, Dario Amodei from Anthropic estimates it could happen between 2026 and 2027, while Sam Altman of OpenAI predicts a more ambitious timeline of 2025.

Here’s how to turn your Android Phone into a ‘Windows Phone’ in 2024

Coincidentally, two articles about Windows Phone popped up on the same day during my research for an article on running Windows 11 on a phone. While delving into the subject, I stumbled upon the latest video from my colleague, MrMobile (a.k.a Michael Fisher). In this video titled “Breathing New Life Into My Device,” MrMobile managed to transform his Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra into a Windows Phone-like experience.

Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered drops the original for a run-of-the-mill upscale, but it’s far more of a ‘Definitive Edition’ than Grand Theft Auto ever was

In addition to new generation blockbuster games, gamers are enjoying remakes of classic retro titles. This strategy aims to attract both younger and older players, allowing them to relive these old-school gaming experiences. The team at Aspyr has successfully revamped the Tomb Raider I-III series, creating a popular remastered edition. So, why not attempt to breathe new life into another cherished 3D platformer like the Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver series?