Author: Chris Price
Chris has been a journalist since the 1990s. In addition to editing TechDigest.tv and ShinyShiny.tv, he also regularly contributes tech/business articles to The Daily Telegraph and Tech Radar. A passionate swimmer, Chris has his own swimming blog and is a qualified lifeguard. He can be contacted at [email protected]
Sir Clive Sinclair’s nephew reveals latest images of IRIS eTrike
Like uncle, like nephew. You can pre-order the latest and improved production design of the eTrike via grantsinclair.com. © Grant Sinclair, Cardiff, UK 2023 Grant Sinclair, nephew of the late serial inventor Sir Clive Sinclair, has previewed teaser images of his futuristic IRIS eTrike. Now with HEPA air purification, the IRIS…
Tech Digest daily roundup: DeepMind boss says ‘human-level’ AI just a few years away
The head of Google’s artificial intelligence division DeepMind has predicted that human-level AI may be just a few years away. The forecast from Demis Hassabis puts the date for the arrival of artificial general intelligence (AGI) – systems that can think in similar but superior ways to humans – much earlier than previous predictions. Many have speculated that…
Motorola adds £529 edge 40 to its line up
Motorola has expanded its edge family of devices with the motorola edge 40, a device that boasts a curved display, IP68 dust and water protection, a powerful 50MP camera and fast charging in a sleek, stylish design. Mixing style and performance, the motorola edge 40 is, claims the manufacturer, one of the slimmest in its…
Insurance provider launches trade-in service for mobile devices
Global tech care company Asurion has launched a new trade-in service in the UK, allowing consumers to easily trade in old mobile devices or tablets and recycle them sustainably. E-waste is the fastest growing waste stream globally, with the UK among the top contributors. In fact, the UK generates the second-highest amount of e-waste per person…
Sales of BEVs up but market share expected to fall to 18%
The UK new car market recorded its ninth successive month of growth in April, with an 11.6% increase to reach 132,990 registrations, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The performance marks the best April since 2021’s 141,583 units but remains -17.4% down on 2019 volumes. Large fleet…
Tech Digest daily roundup: Google moves step closer to ditching passwords
Google is moving one step closer to ditching passwords, rolling out its passkey technology to Google accounts from Thursday. The passkey is designed to replace passwords entirely by allowing authentication with fingerprint ID, facial ID or pin on the phone or device you use for authentication. Apple has begun using the technology in iOS16 and the…
Parkopedia now available on Mercedes-Benz models in US
Parkopedia’s parking reservation and payment services are now available in Mercedes-Benz models across more than 5000 locations in North America. The automaker’s latest ‘MBUX’ infotainment system uses Parkopedia data and in-car payment technology to simplify the process of finding, reserving and paying for parking. Drivers can access Parkopedia parking information directly through their infotainment system,…
Most common ‘cold call’ phone scams and how to spot them
This morning it was announced that the UK is going to ban cold calls that are attempting to offer financial products, in a bid to crack down on the number of people falling victim to scams over the phone. Fraud is one of the most common crimes in the UK, with one in 15 becoming…
Tech Digest daily roundup: US will not delay plane refit to prevent 5G interference
The US will not delay a deadline for airlines to refit planes with new sensors to address possible 5G interference, despite concerns the cut-off date could cause travel disruption. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said on Tuesday that airlines were told the 1 July deadline remained in place. Airlines have warned that they will not be…
Virtual Reality and the Casino Experience: Is it the Future?
Photo by Eugene Capon from Pexels Virtual reality technology represents one of the modern technological innovations that has become more dominant in the gaming market. VR technology was initially developed in the early 2000s, but it didn't find success. The VR headsets were pretty expensive, and the graphics couldn't provide an…
