Month: October 2024
The PlayStation Network’s services are down
It’s not just you — the PlayStation Network is currently experiencing issues, kicking people off their matches and crashing games around the world. Based on Downdetector reports, the issue started shortly after 8PM Eastern time tonight, September 30. Sony Interactive Entertainment has yet to release a statement about the problem, but it has updated the PlayStation Network status page to show that several of its services are down.
Users can’t sign in, create new accounts or edit their account details on the PS5, PS4, PS Vita and PS3. They can’t do any account maintenance on the web either. Likewise, they can’t stream games on the web or on any PlayStation console. They can’t do any window shopping, as well: Users can’t browse or search for games, redeem vouches, make any purchases or download previously purchased titles.
“We’re working to resolve the issue as soon as possible,” the company wrote in the status update. “Thank you for your patience.”
Developing…This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/playstation/the-playstation-networks-services-are-down-034439741.html?src=rss
It’s not just you — the PlayStation Network is currently experiencing issues, kicking people off their matches and crashing games around the world. Based on Downdetector reports, the issue started shortly after 8PM Eastern time tonight, September 30. Sony Interactive Entertainment has yet to release a statement about the problem, but it has updated the PlayStation Network status page to show that several of its services are down.
Users can’t sign in, create new accounts or edit their account details on the PS5, PS4, PS Vita and PS3. They can’t do any account maintenance on the web either. Likewise, they can’t stream games on the web or on any PlayStation console. They can’t do any window shopping, as well: Users can’t browse or search for games, redeem vouches, make any purchases or download previously purchased titles.
“We’re working to resolve the issue as soon as possible,” the company wrote in the status update. “Thank you for your patience.”
Developing…
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/playstation/the-playstation-networks-services-are-down-034439741.html?src=rss
Raspberry Pi takes a shot at AI with a camera and on-device processing
Raspberry Pi releases an AI camera.
Raspberry Pi has joined the world of AI with a new camera that processes visual data with AI models on the device. The $70 Raspberry Pi AI Camera was built in collaboration with Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation (SSS).
The camera embeds Sony’s IMX500 intelligent vision sensor to process images with AI on the chip. That means there is no need for high-end GPUs or accelerators. It’s compatible with Raspberry Pi’s single-board computers, making it relatively cheap and easy to make AI tools that rely on images.
The AI Camera has around 12.3 megapixels and can film at ten frames per second in 4056 x 3040 or 40 fps at 2028 x 1520. The neural network firmware onboard lets the AI image processing run on the camera. This lets the Raspberry handle other elements of an integrated device, opening up options for Raspberry Pi users who don’t want to use the Raspberry Pi AI Kit alone.
Raspberry AI
The on-chip AI processing reduces the burden on the host device and enables real-time data processing without requiring cloud-based computing power. Processing data locally makes for faster, more efficient AI tools. Because it’s compatible with much of the Raspberry Pi ecosystem, users can still use hardware and software libraries they are familiar with and enjoy using. For instance, the AI Camera is compatible with popular libraries such as lib-camera and Picamera2.
“AI-based image processing is becoming an attractive tool for developers around the world,” said Raspberry Pi Ltd. CEO Eben Upton. “Together with our longstanding image sensor partner Sony Semiconductor Solutions, we have developed the Raspberry Pi AI Camera, incorporating Sony’s image sensor expertise. We look forward to seeing what our community members are able to achieve using the power of the Raspberry Pi AI Camera.”
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Switzerland and Italy Redraw Border Due To Melting Glaciers
An anonymous reader quotes a report from the BBC: Switzerland and Italy have redrawn part of their border in the Alps due to melting glaciers, caused by climate change. Part of the area affected will be beneath the Matterhorn, one of Europe’s tallest mountains, and close to a number of popular ski resorts. Large sections of the Swiss-Italian border are determined by glacier ridgelines or areas of perpetual snow, but melting glaciers have caused these natural boundaries to shift, leading to both countries seeking to rectify the border. Switzerland officially approved the agreement on the change on Friday, but Italy is yet to do the same. This follows a draft agreement by a joint Swiss-Italian commission back in May 2023.
Statistics published last September showed that Switzerland’s glaciers lost 4% of their volume in 2023, the second biggest loss ever after 2022’s record melt of 6%. An annual report is issued each year by the Swiss Glacier Monitoring Network (Glamos), which attributed the record losses to consecutive very warm summers, and 2022 winter’s very low snowfall. Researchers say that if these weather patterns continue, the thaw will only accelerate. On Friday, Switzerland said that the redefined borders had been drawn up in accordance with the economic interests of both parties.
It is thought that clarifying the borders will help both countries determine which is responsible for the upkeep of specific natural areas.
Swiss-Italian boundaries will be changed in the region of Plateau Rosa, the Carrel refuge and Gobba di Rollin — all are near the Matterhorn and popular ski resorts including Zermatt. The exact border changes will be implemented and the agreement published once both countries have signed it. Switzerland says that the approval process for signing the agreement is under way in Italy.
Read more of this story at Slashdot.
An anonymous reader quotes a report from the BBC: Switzerland and Italy have redrawn part of their border in the Alps due to melting glaciers, caused by climate change. Part of the area affected will be beneath the Matterhorn, one of Europe’s tallest mountains, and close to a number of popular ski resorts. Large sections of the Swiss-Italian border are determined by glacier ridgelines or areas of perpetual snow, but melting glaciers have caused these natural boundaries to shift, leading to both countries seeking to rectify the border. Switzerland officially approved the agreement on the change on Friday, but Italy is yet to do the same. This follows a draft agreement by a joint Swiss-Italian commission back in May 2023.
Statistics published last September showed that Switzerland’s glaciers lost 4% of their volume in 2023, the second biggest loss ever after 2022’s record melt of 6%. An annual report is issued each year by the Swiss Glacier Monitoring Network (Glamos), which attributed the record losses to consecutive very warm summers, and 2022 winter’s very low snowfall. Researchers say that if these weather patterns continue, the thaw will only accelerate. On Friday, Switzerland said that the redefined borders had been drawn up in accordance with the economic interests of both parties.
It is thought that clarifying the borders will help both countries determine which is responsible for the upkeep of specific natural areas.
Swiss-Italian boundaries will be changed in the region of Plateau Rosa, the Carrel refuge and Gobba di Rollin — all are near the Matterhorn and popular ski resorts including Zermatt. The exact border changes will be implemented and the agreement published once both countries have signed it. Switzerland says that the approval process for signing the agreement is under way in Italy.
Read more of this story at Slashdot.
Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Oct. 1, #212
Here are some hints, and the answers, for the Oct. 1 Strands puzzle, No. 212.
Here are some hints, and the answers, for the Oct. 1 Strands puzzle, No. 212.
Today’s NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Oct. 1, #478
Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 478 for Oct. 1.
Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 478 for Oct. 1.
Today’s Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Oct. 1, #1200
Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,200 for Tuesday, Oct. 1.
Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,200 for Tuesday, Oct. 1.
‘Our Unevenly Distributed Future’
Allen Pike:
As I understand it, my first experience in a self-driving car was typical:
Minute 1: “How safe is this? Will it notice that cyclist? What about those construction cones?”
Minute 10: “This is wild. It’s driving so calmly and safely. I love it.”
Minute 20: (Bored, checking my email in the back seat.)
It was like a firmware update to my brain.
Imagine how exhilarating subways must have been a century ago — zipping across cities in high-speed underground trains. All technology becomes mundane quickly. It’s kind of amazing when you notice it happening with yourself.
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Allen Pike:
As I understand it, my first experience in a self-driving car was typical:
Minute 1: “How safe is this? Will it notice that cyclist? What about those construction cones?”
Minute 10: “This is wild. It’s driving so calmly and safely. I love it.”
Minute 20: (Bored, checking my email in the back seat.)
It was like a firmware update to my brain.
Imagine how exhilarating subways must have been a century ago — zipping across cities in high-speed underground trains. All technology becomes mundane quickly. It’s kind of amazing when you notice it happening with yourself.
Wordle today: Here’s the answer hints for October 1
Here’s the answer for “Wordle” #1200 on October 1, as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for October 1’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles used to be available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it. Unfortunately, it has since been taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Connects to the internet.
Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There is one reoccurring letter.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter M.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
MODEM.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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