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TLDRIn this tech news update, Google discontinues its web page caching feature, directing users to alternative services like the Internet Archive. Meanwhile, Apple launches the innovative Apple Vision Pro, a significant step in spatial computing, despite its high price and initial shortcomings. Meta's Q4 earnings report highlights the success of their AR glasses, but the company still faces financial losses. The discussion also touches on the potential of upscaling technologies like FSR 3 and DLSS 3 to enhance gaming experiences on older GPUs.
Takeaways
- 📰 Google has officially discontinued the caching of web pages, a feature used to check the status of websites and view previous versions.
- 🔍 For cached versions of websites, Google suggests using the Internet Archive or other alternatives, while Bing still supports caching web pages.
- 🎉 Bret is launching a new coffee company called Rare Brew Coffee Cat, with a focus on sustainability and support for rare disease research.
- ☕ The company plans to launch on February 29th, Rare Disease Day, offering whole bean and ground coffee, along with special goodies for select community members.
- 💰 A portion of the proceeds from Rare Brew Coffee Cat will go towards supporting families with children who have rare diseases.
- 💡 Apple launched the Apple Vision Pro, a significant device in the realm of spatial computing, which Tim Cook compared to the iPhone in terms of its impact on the company.
- 👓 The Apple Vision Pro has had some issues reported, such as a field of view that feels like looking through binoculars, but users have found workarounds to improve the experience.
- 💸 The Apple Vision Pro is expensive, but it's noted that the iPhone was similarly priced at launch, and its price and issues were eventually addressed in later models.
- 🔥 There are concerns over the safety of Bamboo Labs A1 3D printers due to potential malfunctions in the heated bed, leading to fire hazards.
- 🚗 Tesla has recalled nearly every vehicle it has ever sold for an over-the-air update to increase the size of safety icons displayed on the vehicles.
- 📈 Meta's Reality Labs made nearly a billion dollars in the final quarter, largely due to the popularity of the Ray-Ban Meta glasses, but the company is still operating at a loss.
Q & A
What is Google shutting down that was used to determine if a website has been compromised?
-Google is shutting down the caching of web pages, a feature that helped determine the status of a website and what the previous version looked like.
What alternative was suggested for finding cached versions of websites after Google's feature shutdown?
-The Google search liaison suggested looking at the Internet Archive or other websites for cached versions of web pages.
How does Bing differentiate itself in this context from Google after their feature shutdown?
-Bing still supports cash web pages, providing an alternative for users who need this service.
What is the significance of the Apple Vision Pro according to CEO Tim Cook?
-Tim Cook referred to the Apple Vision Pro as an 'iPhone moment' for the company, indicating it's the start of a new era in spatial computing.
What issue with the Vision Pro is being addressed by users?
-Users are addressing the field of view issue by removing a part of the device and getting very close to the screens to improve the viewing experience.
What additional feature was found in the Apple Vision Pro teardown?
-A $300 developer strap was found that can connect the Apple Vision Pro to USB-C, allowing it to be plugged into a computer for development or diagnostic purposes.
How does the Apple Vision Pro compare to its competitors in terms of first generation technology?
-While the Apple Vision Pro is not perfect and is expensive, it is seen as a first generation product with potential for significant improvement, similar to the initial iPhone launch.
What safety concern is there with the bamboo Labs A1 3D printer?
-There are safety concerns due to the heated bed potentially malfunctioning and causing fire hazards.
What change is Tesla making to its vehicles?
-Tesla is recalling nearly every vehicle it has ever sold for an over-the-air update to increase the size of the safety icons displayed.
How is Meta's Reality Labs performing financially?
-Meta's Reality Labs made nearly a billion dollars in the final quarter, mostly from the sales of Ray-Ban Meta glasses, but it still lost $4.6 billion in that quarter and over 16 billion dollars in the whole year.
What is the new name for Google's generative AI that was previously called The Bard?
-Google's generative AI will now be called Gemini, dropping the 'The Bard' naming scheme.
What impact does the new mod that converts DSSS3 to FSR3 have on older GPUs?
-The mod allows older GPUs to use upscaling technology like FSR3, resulting in significant performance uplifts in certain games, though it may introduce visual artifacts and glitches.
Outlines
🌐 Google's Caching Shutdown and Bing's Support
The paragraph discusses Google's decision to discontinue the caching of web pages, a feature that helped determine the status of websites and their previous versions. The Google search liaison confirmed the feature's termination as of February 1st, suggesting users to check the Internet Archive or other websites for cached versions. It also mentions the possibility of Google collaborating with the Internet Archive for this purpose. Bing, on the other hand, continues to support cashed web pages, providing an alternative for users who relied on Google's feature.
🚀 Launch of Rare Brew Coffee Company and Apple Vision Pro
The speaker introduces the upcoming launch of Rare Brew Coffee Company, a venture co-founded by his wife, set to launch on February 29th. The company aims to offer whole bean and ground coffee, with special goodies for community members. The speaker also emphasizes the company's commitment to sustainable practices and supporting families with children having rare diseases. Additionally, the speaker shares his experience with the Apple Vision Pro, a new device from Apple that he considers a significant leap in spatial computing. Despite some shortcomings and high cost, he compares the Vision Pro's launch to the iPhone's impact and anticipates future improvements.
🎮 Gaming and Hardware Updates
The paragraph covers various topics related to gaming and hardware. It starts with the speaker's experience gaming on a large virtual screen using the Apple Vision Pro, highlighting its impressive capabilities. The speaker criticizes Tom's Hardware's choice of wording in a headline about gaming on the Vision Pro. Discussion then shifts to the safety recall of Bamboo Labs A1 3D printers due to potential fire hazards. The speaker also mentions a Tesla vehicle recall for an over-the-air software update to increase the size of safety icons on the display.
💡 Meta's Earnings Report and GPU Updates
The speaker discusses Meta's Q4 earnings report, noting the success of their reality Labs division, particularly the rayban metag glasses, and the medaquest 3. Despite significant revenue, Meta is still operating at a loss. The speaker also comments on Meta's decision to stop reporting Facebook user numbers, likely due to reaching a saturation point. The paragraph continues with the speaker's thoughts on the Apple Vision Pro's potential impact on Meta's future products and the validation of certain technologies by Apple. The speaker also shares news about the RTX 3056 gig's launch, its performance, and comparisons to previous models. Additionally, the speaker talks about the RTX 480 super, its power handling capabilities, and benchmark results. The paragraph concludes with a discussion on the impact of upscaling technologies like FSR 3 and DLSS 3 on gaming performance and the potential implications for GPU optimization in game development.
📱 Tech Community Feedback and Vision Pro's App Ecosystem
The speaker shares feedback from the tech community, including comments about YouTube Premium Plus, YouTube Music, and experiences with the new 5700 x3d. The speaker also discusses the decision of Netflix to not optimize for the Vision Pro, expressing agreement with the choice and highlighting the differences between native Vision Pro apps and iPad apps, which often have interface issues due to compatibility. The speaker anticipates that Netflix will eventually develop an app for the Vision Pro, given its success and potential market reach.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Google Caching
💡Apple Vision Pro
💡Spatial Computing
💡Internet Archive
💡Bing
💡Rare Brew Coffee
💡M2 Chip
💡Reality Co-processor
💡Steam Link
💡Meta and Facebook
💡RTX 3056 Gig
💡FSR 3 and DLSS 3
Highlights
Google officially discontinues the caching of web pages, a feature that helped determine website status.
As of February 1st, the cached version feature no longer exists according to the Google search liaison.
Google suggests using the Internet Archive for cached versions of web pages.
Bing continues to support cash web pages, offering an alternative for users.
The host introduces a new coffee company, Rare Brew Coffee Cat, launching on February 29th.
Rare Brew Coffee Cat aims to support families with children having rare diseases through a portion of its proceeds.
Apple launches the Apple Vision Pro, described as an 'iPhone moment' for the company by CEO Tim Cook.
The Apple Vision Pro is seen as ushering in a new era of spatial computing.
Despite its high price, the Apple Vision Pro is expected to be revolutionary, similar to the initial launch of the iPhone.
The Vision Pro's R1 reality co-processor provides a warning sign in case of crashes, allowing users time to remove the headset.
A $300 developer strap for the Apple Vision Pro can connect it to a computer for development or diagnostic purposes.
The Apple Vision Pro can be used to play games on a virtual screen, enhancing the gaming experience significantly.
The Vision Pro's eye display issues are attributed to the two layers of glass and a lenticular film.
Bamboo Labs A1 3D printer has safety concerns due to potential malfunctions in the heated bed.
Tesla recalls nearly every vehicle it has ever sold for an over-the-air update to increase the size of safety icons.
Meta's Reality Labs made nearly a billion dollars in Q4, largely due to the popularity of the Ray-Ban Meta glasses.
Meta is no longer reporting Facebook user numbers, likely due to reaching a saturation point.
The RTX 3056 gig is officially launched, marking a significant upgrade from the GTX 1630 with a lower price point.
Digital Foundry tests a mod that converts DSSS3 to FSR 3, resulting in substantial performance improvements for older GPUs.
The RTX 480 super has fewer power and memory phases than the regular RTX 480, affecting its power throughput.
The discussion around FSR 3 and DLSS 3 raises questions about the need for GPU optimization versus leveraging upscaling technology.