Like Professor X and Magneto, Intel and AMD know when to team up and take on a shared adversary. The two companies have formed a new x86 advisory group to stem the platform’s bleeding from Arm’s rapidly growing adoption. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, whose company is also part of the initiative, said the board will “help drive software consistency and standard interfaces.”
Intel and AMD aim to find new ways to expand the x86 ecosystem with greater cross-platform compatibility. Arm, licensed for Apple silicon, Qualcomm chips and some Big Tech data centers, currently has a simpler and more flexible design. Compared to x86, Arm makes it easier for licensing companies to adapt the architecture to their needs.
The new x86 group wants a more unified set of instructions and architectural interfaces. Intel and AMD believe greater predictability and consistency across their products will foster developer innovation and help the platform survive and thrive.
In addition to the pair of chipmaking rivals, the group’s founding members include Microsoft, Google, Meta, HP Inc, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Lenovo, Broadcom, Dell, Oracle and Red Hat. Epic Games’ Tim Sweeney and Linux creator Linus Torvalds are also members.
“We are on the cusp of one of the most significant shifts in the x86 architecture and ecosystem in decades — with new levels of customization, compatibility and scalability needed to meet current and future customer needs,” Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger wrote in a press release. “We proudly stand together with AMD and the founding members of this advisory group, as we ignite the future of compute, and we deeply appreciate the support of so many industry leaders.”
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/computing/intel-and-amd-team-up-to-stem-the-x86-bleeding-205731857.html?src=rss
Some watches are designed for simplicity, others for complexity, then there is this third breed – a prerogative largely of the likes of MB&F and Urwerk – which is designed for those, ready for lift-off to live amid the extraterrestrial. As the headline reads, it’s not the obvious creators, rather a collaboration between SpaceOne and Perpétuel Gallery which reimagines this jumping hour watch in an exemplary blend of futurism and contemporary horology.
The resulting SpaceOne x Perpetuel Edition in special green color is an enduring haute horology piece resembling a space-ready watch even the aliens would envy. Under the shadow of this overstatement is a watch that’s anything but traditional. What’s in it, let’s check out in detail below.
The SpaceOne x Perpetuel Gallery Jump Hour is provided in a robust grade-5 titanium casing featuring the striking Perpétuel Green color. It comes paired with a matching DELUGS rubber strap and features orange Eastern Arabic digits printed on pair of plain black discs that allow minutes and hours to leap into the sapphire cockpit on the dial.
With a distinct, UFO-like shape and crown resembling a rocket nozzle, the watch is befitting a wrist ready to take off on a shuttle flight. Recently in haute horology, there has been a persistent rise in watches with unorthodox layouts: space-inspired complications have become really common and this one is another entrant.
The design in beyond
Despite the form factor, the SpaceOne x Perpetuel Edition is pretty sleek yet formidable. It is a limited edition release, which has gone out faster than candies on the shelf. In its construction and functionality, ‘the watch is as tough as a spaceship.’ It measures 42 mm x 51.67 mm and is only 12 mm thick.
The SpaceOne x Perpetuel Edition is powered by Soprod P024 automatic movement which one can gawk at through the visible caseback. The movement provides 38 hours of power reserve and beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour.
A lost race
This watch that wins over with its unique shape has received an overwhelming response. It was Limited to only 25 examples at launch and thanks to the Perpetuel makeover of this SpaceOne watch, it is already sold out in under five days from its release on October 10.
If you’re reading this and thought you were in the race, you probably have lost your chance to get hands on a SpaceOne x Perpetuel Edition until maybe some collector, who has recently purchased the AED 13,000 (approximately $3,500) watch, is willing to part with it-of course at a premium!
NUIO has launched a new vision for keyboards and peripherals, putting human comfort at the core of every design. Founded by Tom Wilson, a former Product Design Executive at Apple, and Greg Wilson, a former digital marketing leader at Digitas, NUIO is transforming ergonomic peripherals. Forget what you know about keyboards—the old designs are outdated. The Flow Keyboard reshapes the typing experience. It’s a reinvention designed to change how we interact with technology, focusing on comfort and usability. NUIO didn’t just update an old design; they started from scratch to create a tool that works with the natural movements of our hands and minds. This makes you wonder why all keyboards aren’t designed this way. Built around the human form, it breaks free from the conventions that have limited productivity for decades.
Designer: NUIO
The split design is the first indication that NUIO plays by different rules, literally tearing apart old conventions. Traditional keyboards force our hands into unnatural positions, often resulting in discomfort or even injury over time. By splitting the keyboard into two halves, NUIO allows users to set the layout as wide or narrow as they want, tailoring it to their individual body type. Each half arcs gently in a 3-D radial wave that contours perfectly to the natural positioning of the hands. This focuses on creating a natural design that integrates seamlessly into your workflow.
Immersive Flow Through Design
The 3-D wave shape changes the dynamics of typing entirely. Unlike flat keyboards, which demand that your fingers reach out and adjust constantly, this design brings every key to your fingertips, almost like the keyboard knows where your fingers will land next. The entire process becomes smoother—you don’t think about typing, you think, and the keyboard flows with you. It’s an experience similar to an artist using the perfect brush, where the tool becomes an extension of their creativity. This is what NUIO means by “finding your flow.” NUIO’s design aims to potentially transform the typing experience, making it feel seamless and natural.
The concave keycaps are another masterstroke. NUIO has given each key a gentle dip, which fits the natural curve of your fingertips and provides a feeling of certainty with every press. When you strike a key, it feels definitive, eliminating the ambiguity that often comes with traditional, flatter keycaps. These aren’t keys—they’re extensions of your thoughts, finely tuned to transmit intention into action without hesitation.
Bold Design Statements and Apple Ecosystem Integration
NUIO understands that form is just as important as function. It is designed to complement the Apple ecosystem perfectly. The backlit keys and the seven premium color combinations offer aesthetic appeal; they speak to a personalized experience, a kind of ownership over the tool that users engage with daily.
Whether choosing a sleek black design or a more colorful option, the keyboard is designed to fit into any space and enhance its visual appeal. It doesn’t just sit on the desk; it complements and elevates the entire workspace, adding an essential touch of personal style.
Accessories That Click—Literally and Figuratively
The NUIO Flow System, including the magnetic Deskpad, trackpad, and wristpads, is built to ensure seamless integration. The magnetic Deskpad serves as an extension of the Flow Keyboard, creating an ecosystem where each component—whether the keyboard halves, wristpads, or edge-to-edge glass trackpad—snaps into the ideal position.
This snapping mechanism eliminates fuss, prevents shifting, and saves time—resulting in an elegantly organized workspace that adapts to users rather than forcing adaptation. Each element has a designated place, and every movement is deliberate and precise.
Wristpads That Disappear Into the Experience
Comfort is a key aspect of the NUIO experience, most notably seen in the Wristpads. Made from an innovative cushioning material, these wristpads provide support while remaining unobtrusive.
They’re designed to be so comfortable that they “disappear” during use, allowing focus and productivity to flourish. This level of consideration elevates NUIO’s approach beyond mere ergonomics—ensuring that tools are as invisible as possible, with only the work left in focus.
Built For Today, Ready for Tomorrow
NUIO’s Flow Keyboard and its accompanying peripherals are designed for creative professionals, focusing on high-quality materials and flexible configurations. The product suite, which begins shipping on December 1st at a starting price of $399, is available for pre-order today at HelloNUIO.com. Every detail, down to the USB-C charging and Bluetooth multi-device pairing, is about maximizing flexibility. Whether switching between devices or shifting from a desk to a coffee shop, the Flow Keyboard is a tool that transforms with users. It’s an entirely new kind of typing experience; it’s the centerpiece of a modular productivity system that bends to their will. The adjustable stands make sure the keyboard can be tented or tilted for optimal comfort, while the mechanical click trackpad adds familiar tactile feedback that feels right.
The Federal Communications Commission announced that it will open a renewed investigation into broadband data caps and how they impact both consumer experience and company competition. The FCC is soliciting stories from consumers about their experiences with capped broadband service. The agency also opened a formal Notice of Inquiry to collect public comment that will further inform its actions around broadband data caps.
"Restricting consumers' data can cut off small businesses from their customers, slap fees on low-income families and prevent people with disabilities from using the tools they rely on to communicate," FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel said. "As the nation’s leading agency on communications, it’s our duty to dig deeper into these practices and make sure that consumers are put first."
This topic has been a hot one of late, and the FCC launched another notice of inquiry about the practice of capping Internet access last year. In April 2024, the agency successfully required that ISPs offer clear information labels on their service plans, detailing additional fees, discounts, and upload and download speeds. Data caps could also come under additional fire as the FCC attempts to restore net neutrality rules, which classify broadband as an essential service. Returning net neutrality has not been a simple journey, however, as the agency faces legal challenges from broadband providers.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/fcc-launches-a-formal-inquiry-into-why-broadband-data-caps-are-terrible-182129773.html?src=rss
One of the nation’s largest newspapers is targeting another AI firm for reusing its content without its permission. The Wall Street Journal reported that the New York Times sent a cease and desist letter to Perplexity, the AI startup funded by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. The letter states that Perplexity’s use of the New York Times’ content to create answers and summaries with its AI portal violates copyright law. The letter states that Perplexity and its backers “have been unjustly enriched by using, without authorizations, The Times’ expressive, carefully written and researched, and edited journalism without a license” and gave the startup until October 30 to respond before taking legal action.
Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas told the Journal that they aren’t ignoring the notice. He added they are “very much interested in working with every single publisher, including the New York Times.”
This isn’t the first time an AI company has earned the wrath of the New York Times’ legal team. The newspaper took OpenAI and Microsoft to court over claims that both used articles from its pages to train its AI software. The suit alleges both companies used more than 66 million records across its archives to train its AI modes representing “almost a century’s worth of copyrighted content.”
Amazon Web Services’ cloud division also started an investigation over the summer into Perplexity AI. Wired reported that a machine hosted on Amazon Web Services and operated by Perplexity visited hundreds of Condé Nast publications and properties hundreds of times to scan for content to use in its response and data collections.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/the-new-york-times-tells-perplexity-to-stop-using-its-content-175853131.html?src=rss
The 2025 Color Collection of the Year from HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams is “Naturally Refined,” with Quietude (HGSW6212) named the Color of the Year. The “Naturally Refined” palette offers a luxurious and cozy feel through 10 versatile shades that can be mixed and matched to create a harmonious design scheme within the interiors.
Introduced in 2011, HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams merges HGTV’s design acumen with the renowned paint quality of Sherwin-Williams, which was established in 1866 and is based in Cleveland, Ohio. Sherwin-Williams is a leading name in the global paint and coatings industry while HGTV is known for its home design expertise, and collaborates to offer a range of premium paints and curated Color Collections for a harmonious home aesthetic. This exclusive collection is available solely at Lowe’s locations throughout the U.S. and Canada.
The “Naturally Refined” collection, with its 2025 Color of the Year “Quietude,” delivers a calming sage green and timeless elegance that is perfect for creating a tranquil atmosphere.
The different colors in the “Naturally Reined” collection include:
1. Snowbound (HGSW7004)
Snowbound is a warm, sophisticated white, that enhances natural light and works well on walls and ceilings. It is a versatile color that complements bold and subtle accents and creates a balanced atmosphere in any space.
2. Quietude (HGSW6212)
Quietude, a soft green with subtle blue undertones, is ideal for creating a tranquil and soothing environment. It can be used to enhance relaxation or achieve a calming effect. This shade works well on accent walls, as well as in textiles and decor.
3. Convivial Yellow (HGSW6393)
Convivial Yellow is a pale yellow hue with warm undertones, which adds a bright and welcoming touch to your home. Perfect for kitchens, breakfast areas, and living spaces, it infuses warmth into the common areas and children’s rooms.
4. Spiced Cider (HGSW7702)
Spiced Cider is a rust-inspired hue that adds warmth and depth to home decor. It can be used on accent walls, furniture, or textiles to create a cozy atmosphere and pairs well with neutral tones for a balanced look in living areas, dining rooms, and home offices.
5. Nomadic Desert (HGSW6107)
Nomadic Desert is a warm tan hue with blushed undertones that create a cozy atmosphere. It can be used on the walls in living rooms and bedrooms, providing a warm backdrop that complements furniture and textiles
6. Stucco (HGSW7569)
Stucco, with its elegant linen-like neutrality, creates a polished look on the walls throughout your home. This shade can be used to enhance architectural elements such as trim and molding while adding a classic touch to both furniture and textiles.
7. Delft (HGSW9134)
Delft is a mid-tone blue with a neutral undertone, making it an interesting choice for both traditional and contemporary interiors. It works well on accent walls and harmonizes with warm and cool hues, making it ideal for furniture, upholstery, and accessories.
8. Rocky River (HGSW6215)
Rocky River integrates a deep green blend of moss and emerald, creating a dramatic and calming effect when used on accent walls. This color elevates the look of the furniture and textiles, adding a natural, elegant touch to your decor.
9. Sequin (HGSW6394)
Sequin adds a warm, uplifting glow with its goldenrod undertones to accent walls, living cum dining areas, and kitchens, and creates a cheerful environment in children’s rooms.
10. Nutshell (HGSW6040)
Nutshell is a warm chocolate brown color that, enhances spaces with its cozy tone when used on accent walls, furniture, and flooring. Additionally, it pairs well with light hues for a balanced aesthetic and is suitable for trims and moldings.
Introducing Quietude (HGSW6212) as the 2025 Color of the Year
Quietude combines a cool sage green with a touch of blue to craft a soothing and serene space. Suitable for indoor and outdoor areas, its timeless charm inspires us to embrace a slower lifestyle and appreciate the simple moments in life.
Explore some cutting-edge products that embody the essence of Quietude.
The YoonJy Earphones blend style and functionality by integrating earphones with jewelry. Featuring a sleek metal hoop that doubles as an earring, these earphones merge minimalistic design with a harmonious color scheme, allowing users to enjoy both accessories without compromise.
For dedicated travelers, Mono offers top-notch suitcases inspired by the Japanese concept of ‘Mono no aware.’ Their luggage combines style and functionality, featuring designs like the cupcake-inspired Monos x Magnolia Bakery and the sophisticated Terrazzo. Constructed with aerospace-grade polycarbonate and 360° spinner wheels, Monos suitcases include anti-microbial, recycled polyester linings, TSA-approved locks, and adjustable handles. The Carry-On Pro models add a fold-out compartment for convenient storage of electronics and essentials.
The A.I. Collection by Kartell and Philippe Starck combines artificial intelligence with design to produce eco-friendly furniture in earthy colors. The line features the versatile A.I. Lounge, the regal H.H.H Her Highest Highness chair, and the minimalist A.I. Console, all optimized for sustainability and reduced waste through A.I.-driven prototyping and planning.
At MWC 2024, HONOR unveiled the Magic6 Pro smartphone and the MagicBook Pro 16 AI PC. The Magic6 Pro features advanced AI-driven photography with a 180MP Telephoto Camera, a 50MP Ultra-Wide Camera, and a variable aperture 50MP main camera. It integrates a 6.8-inch LTPO Eye Comfort Display, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, and a long-lasting Silicon-carbon Battery with rapid charging. The MagicBook Pro 16 enhances cross-OS compatibility with AI.
The Fairbuds XL wireless headphones from Fairphone feature a modular design that allows users to replace parts for extended use. They offer active noise cancellation, transparency mode, and up to 30 hours of playback with advanced 40 mm dynamic drivers for high-quality sound. Made from recycled materials, including vegan cushions, they come in Green or Black and support both wired and wireless connections.
Lockengeloet, a Hamburg-based studio, transforms discarded oil barrels into unique, urban-industrial furniture. Sourced from the Port of Hamburg and never used for oil, these barrels are upcycled into coffee tables, nightstands, and minibars, with scrap metal repurposed into wall clocks. The studio uses recycled materials for about 80% of its products and operates with renewable energy from Greenpeace.
The Beluga Chair, designed by Arthur Gaudenz and crafted from recycled French fishing nets, is a groundbreaking sustainable furniture piece. Its mono-material design eliminates the need for additional components, reducing waste and CO2 emissions.
This versatile mirror serves as both an accessory stand and a vase, adding natural beauty to your space. Its minimalist, polyhedron design enhances any item placed before it, from a single flower to other small treasures, and pouring water into the vase becomes a calming ritual. Crafted from durable bioplastic with a significant amount of rice husks, this unique piece brings elegance and eco-friendly charm to any desk, table, or shelf.
In addition, HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams now offers an easier way to choose paint colors through a partnership with Palazzo, an AI visualization tool co-founded by Venus Williams. All you need to do is upload a photo to see how colors from the 2025 Color Collection of the Year look in your space.
Apple is reportedly going to add digital car key support in the Wallet app for some Volvo, Polestar and Audi vehicles. Currently, Apple’s digital car key support list includes vehicles from Kia, BMW, Lotus and several other manufacturers.
The digital car key function allows iPhone and Apple Watch owners to access, lock or start vehicles just by holding the device near the vehicle’s NFC reader. The Wallet app must also run in the background or in the foreground, but it’s not necessary to push any buttons.
MacRumors first discovered this possible future update in the Apple Wallet app’s backend. However, the publication hasn’t revealed any affected models or further details.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/apple-may-be-adding-digital-car-key-support-for-specific-volvo-polestar-and-audi-vehicles-163625563.html?src=rss
Hilton has teamed up with Be My Eyes to make hotel stays more accessible for blind and low-vision guests. The free app links users with sighted volunteers and companies who can help them navigate spaces and complete tasks using video calls.
By going to the app's service directory, selecting the "hotels" option then the name of the Hilton brand they're staying at, Be My Eyes users will be connected to dedicated teams at the chain. Hilton staff members can talk users through actions such as finding and adjusting the thermostat in the room, making coffee, adjusting window coverings and moving to different areas of the hotel. The partnership covers brands including Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, DoubleTree by Hilton and Hampton by Hilton, though only in the US and Canada for now.
Hilton and Be My Eyes first got together last year to help train the latter's Be My AI language model, which uses GPT-4. The aim was to improve the model's ability to recognize objects in Hilton hotel rooms and how to traverse the spaces. Be My Eyes also uses AI to capture text from things like menus and toiletry bottles to help users understand what's written on them.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/hilton-and-be-my-eyes-team-up-to-make-hotels-more-accessible-for-blind-and-low-vision-users-162522626.html?src=rss
By now, most people know passkeys offer a better way to protect their online credentials than passwords. Nearly every tech company of note, including Apple, Google and Microsoft, supports the protocol. Moreover, despite a slow start, adoption has dramatically increased in the last year, with, for instance, password manager Dashlane recently noting a 400% increase in use since the beginning of 2024. Still, not everyone knows they don’t need to rely on passwords to protect their online identity, and transferring your passkeys between platforms isn’t as easy as it should be.
That’s why the FIDO Alliance, the coalition of organizations behind the technology, is working to make it easier to do just that. On Tuesday, the group published draft specifications for the Credential Exchange Protocol (CXP) and Credential Exchange Format (CXF), two standards that, once adopted by the industry, will allow you to safely and seamlessly move all your passkeys and passwords between different apps and platforms.
With some of the biggest names in the industry collaborating on the effort (including Apple, Google, 1Password, Bitwarden, and Dashlane, to name a few), there’s a very good chance we’re looking at a future where your current password manager — particularly if you use one of the first-party ones offered by Apple or Google — won’t be the reason you can’t switch platforms. And that’s a very good thing.
“It is critical that users can choose the credential management platform they prefer, and switch credential providers securely and without burden,” the FIDO Alliance said. “Until now, there has been no standard for the secure movement of credentials, and often the movement of passwords or other credentials has been done in the clear.”
The CXP and CXF standards aren’t ready for prime time just yet. The FIDO Alliance plans to collect feedback before it publishes the final set of specifications and gives its members the go-ahead to implement the technology.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/cybersecurity/youll-soon-be-able-to-safely-and-easily-move-your-passkeys-between-password-managers-161025573.html?src=rss
