Aleph Alpha unveils Kolibri-1 AI model with 78 billion parameters
Aleph Alpha has announced the Kolibri-1 language model with 78 billion parameters. It is specifically optimized for the German language and long documents.
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nPerf study: Germany leads in mobile web browsing in its area category
According to recent measurement data from nPerf, Germany ranks first in mobile web browsing performance among countries of comparable land area.
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Airports: Alliance calls for relaxed EU data protection rules for facial recognition
An industry alliance is demanding changes to EU law for biometric checks at airports. Data protection advocates, on the other hand, call for strict proportionality.
Fitbit Edge: Retailer listings point to new Google tracker
Google is apparently preparing to launch the Fitbit Edge fitness tracker. Following regulatory certification, new retailer listings provide initial clues.
RemoveMacAI: New tool removes Apple Intelligence on macOS 27
With the open-source tool RemoveMacAI, Apple Intelligence features can be completely disabled on macOS 27. The terminal tool deletes the associated AI models and frees up system resources.
Google Gemini: Pro models to require pricier AI Pro subscription
Google is further restricting access to Gemini Pro: users on the cheaper AI Plus plan will lose access to the more powerful models.
ADAC Drive for iOS: Version 7.1.0 brings fuel price traffic light and CarPlay display
With the update to version 7.1.0 on iOS, the ADAC Drive mobility app gains a fuel price traffic light indicator as well as an expanded display for Apple CarPlay.
Online ID: PIN reset letter can once again be ordered online
Anyone who wants to use their ID card for online services but has lost their PIN can once again request the PIN reset letter directly online.
iPhone 18 Pro Max: Apple replaces devices due to network issues
Due to persistent connection drops on US carrier AT&T’s network, Apple is replacing affected iPhone 18 Pro Max models free of charge.
WhatsApp blocks outdated operating systems: Access only after system update
WhatsApp is blocking users with outdated Android and iOS versions from accessing the messenger until a system update is installed. The goal is to protect against security vulnerabilities.