News January 09, 2025

xAI is testing a standalone iOS app for its Grok chatbot

Grok, a chatbot developed by xAI, is now available as a standalone iOS app for all users. The app can access real-time data from the web and X, and offers generative AI features such as rewriting text, summarizing long paragraphs, answering questions, and generating images from text prompts. Grok is designed to be maximally truthful, useful, and curious, and can generate striking images using public figures and copyrighted material. The company plans to launch a dedicated site, Grok.com, to make the chatbot accessible on the web.

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Meet AutoKeybo, the keyboard that transforms into a touchpad with a gesture

The AutoKeybo is an innovative keyboard that allows users to switch between traditional keyboard keys, a number pad, and a touchpad with a simple gesture. It’s essentially a split design that houses all those components in one device. The AutoKeybo is built on Linux and has a mini HDMI port on the left side and a USB-C port on the right side, making it an entire computer built into one device. While the idea behind the keyboard is interesting, it’s relatively expensive at $700 and may need repair after some time. Despite these drawbacks, the AutoKeybo is still an interesting and unique product that showcases the latest advancements in technology.

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The Fanciful, Mechanical, Monumental Spectacle of CES 2025

CES is a major event in the consumer tech industry that takes place every year in Las Vegas, Nevada. It attracts over 138,000 attendees and covers an area of 2.5 million square feet. The show is primarily for businesses to connect with each other, but it is also open to the press and the general public. The level of glitz and spectacle at the big-budget booths for the largest companies is impressive.

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NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 9, 2025

Connections is a popular New York Times word game that requires players to find common threads between words. The game features 16 words and is divided into four categories, with each group consisting of four words. Players must guess the correct category for each set of words, and if they get all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and requires players to group four words that share something in common. The game is reset every night at midnight, making it a daily challenge for players.

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NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for January 9, 2025

The Mini is a daily crossword puzzle that is similar to The New York Times’ original crossword, but with a more streamlined and speed-running-focused experience. It has only a few clues to solve each day, making it a great option for those who want a quick and challenging puzzle. The Mini also includes answers to the clues, so players can check their work as they go.

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