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Is Apple finally making an iPad stand or is it something else?

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One of the things missing from the iPad and iPhone accessory roster is a proprietary stand created by Apple, for Apple. After so many years of the iPad being the  most popular tablet in the world, you would have thought the company to launch a stand for it sooner. It looks like the time has come, as a new patent was awarded to Apple today, according to a report from AppleInsider. A patent filed in 2013 has today been approved, describing a responsive kickstand aimed at making the iPad user experience much better. While third-party stands have been available for a long time, this is the first evidence of Apple acknowledging a need for such an accessory.

While the iPad stand seems like a good idea, that’s probably not what this patent is actually about. Most likely, Apple is thinking about launching their own hybrid that will be similar to Lenovo’s Yoga tablets or even Microsoft’s Surface portfolio of convertibles. The iPad Pro is the first attempt of the Cupertino-based giant to create a multifunctional device that is fit for desktop use and tablet use, but the company omitted an important thing: a stand. While the smart keyboard that Apple launched is an interesting option that will most likely be enough, the extra price you have to pay for it ($180) is a bit far-fetched.

Apple does seem to have found a calling when it comes to accessories, as this year we’ve seen the launch of the Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard alongside the iPad Pro. The Apple Watch is also an accessory, although a much more advanced one. The iPad stand or mount that the patent describes is more of a multifunctional accessory that can be used as a connector to other types of mounts in itself. The patent describes the iPad mount as a device that uses magnetic connectors to attach itself to the iPad and can be used with multiple other accessories such as tripods and various extenders and holsters.

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The idea behind the iPad stand is to make the mount universally usable with all iPads that have magnetic strips on their backs, all the while giving users the opportunity of adjusting the mount or stand according to their needs. Although it is unknown whether Apple will actually make this iPad stand or not, it does suggest that in the future, the company will focus more on providing high-quality. functional accessories for its products.

While the patent does focus exclusively on the iPad stand’s usefulness, we could assume that the stand could be integrated in other future devices, like a new iPad Air 3 or new version of the iPad Pro. An integrated stand has obvious benefits, like Lenovo demonstrated so many times. We might see Apple taking a similar approach to its future tablets, turning them from entertainment centers into full-blown workstations. It would be nice to see Apple catch up to Microsoft and Lenovo in the hybrid department. Do you think it’s plausible or do you think the patent was filed and forgotten?

As part of the editorial team here at Geekreply, John spends a lot of his time making sure each article is up to snuff. That said, he also occasionally pens articles on the latest in Geek culture. From Gaming to Science, expect the latest news fast from John and team.

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Remake of Silent Hill 2 Dev is “Very Safe” with Any Changes

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The developer of the PS5 recreation of Silent Hill 2, Bloober Team, has said it will take a “very conservative approach” to whatever alterations it makes. Chief marketing officer Anna Jasiska claims that the Polish developer is being very cautious when making changes because they want to remain authentic to the PS2 masterpiece. However, we are making changes to some areas where time has passed and things need to be modernized.

While maintaining “the conventional tale canon,” the team is concentrating on “putting the distinct, visceral atmosphere back in the modernized Silent Hill 2” and modernizing the gameplay and graphics “from the ground up.” Hardcore fans shouldn’t worry that the developer “missed the point” of the original title, Bloober Team then emphasizes. We simply have some thoughts on how to make the odd fright components more accessible to the present audience. “We are not moving away from the original objective of making this cult masterpiece,” the statement continued.

Pyramid Head sexually rapes an enemy in a kitchen quite early in the game, and this is one particular scene Jasiska is questioned about. Jasiska effectively answered “no comment” when asked if the cutscene had been changed or not.

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Out of several other studios, Bloober Team was selected by Konami to oversee the production of the Silent Hill 2 remake. This decision was reportedly made because of Bloober Team’s “commitment and enthusiasm for horror.” The Layers of Fear series, Blair Witch, and The Medium are some of its earlier games. Because so many Bloober Team employees are ardent fans of the game, our business was astounded when we learned of this wonderful news.

The PS5 console exclusive Silent Hill 2 doesn’t yet have a release date, but given that it is in the last stages of development, this year’s release looks feasible.

 

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Using AI to develop arithmetic algorithms that are more effective

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Using AI, researchers at Google’s DeepMind in London have discovered that matrix multiplication issues can be solved more quickly. The team outlines enhancing math-based algorithms through reinforcement learning in their research that was published in the journal Nature. In the same journal issue, a Research Briefing detailing the work done by the London team was also released.

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In computer programming, math is frequently used to describe and then manipulate representations of real-world phenomena. It can be used to represent nodes in a synthetic network, meteorological conditions, or pixels on a computer screen. Calculations on matrices are one of the main ways that math is used in these situations. Matrixes can be used, for instance, to describe potential movement options in game programming. Matrices are frequently multiplied or added to in order to effectuate such movements; occasionally, both operations are required. This is labor-intensive, especially as the matrices get bigger, therefore computer scientists have devoted a lot of time and effort to creating ever-more-effective algorithms to do the task.

In this new endeavor, the DeepMind researchers questioned whether it may be feasible to deploy an AI system based on reinforcement learning to develop new algorithms with fewer steps than those already in use. They sought inspiration from gaming systems to learn the answer, observing that the majority of them are based on reinforcement learning. The team focused on tree searching after developing a few prototype systems, which is also used in game programming. It gives a system a way to consider multiple options in light of a specific condition. The researchers discovered that turning an AI system into a game allowed for searching for the most effective technique to arrive at a desired outcome—a mathematical result—when used to multiplying matrices.

The system was put to the test by the researchers by having it look for, evaluate, and employ pre-existing algorithms while utilizing incentives to select the most effective one. The system gained knowledge of the elements that affect the effectiveness of matrix multiplication. The researchers then gave the system the freedom to develop its own algorithm in an effort to increase efficiency. The researchers discovered that the algorithms selected by the system were frequently superior than those developed by their human forebears.

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Arriving with higher speeds and a new high-gloss look is Google’s Nest WiFi Pro.

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As is believed, a single pack Google’s Nest Wifi Pro costs $200, and three cost $400.

As anticipated, Google has announced the Nest WiFi Pro mesh router system, which features a sleeker appearance, WiFi 6E speeds that are quicker, and a straightforward setup. When Google’s new smart home protocol debuts, it will also function as a Matter hub, although it costs a little more than the existing Nest WiFi router.

The Nest WiFi Pro has a similar circular appearance to the previous version, but Google claims it utilizes a high-gloss material “inspired by ceramics” that is made of more than 60% recycled materials overall. In comparison to the WiFi Nest, which has a softer matte surface, it appears incredibly glossy in the promotional photographs. To fit nicely with most houses, it is available in four earth tone-inspired tones, “Snow,” “Linen,” “Fog,” and “Lemongrass.”

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A crucial component is the tri-band WiFi 6E protocol, which Google claims offers “a quicker and more direct path to the most dependable internet connection” and operates on the less congested 6Ghz frequency. The end result is speeds that can be up to twice as fast and support for the most recent smartphones and other WiFi 6E-compatible devices. It prioritizes high-bandwidth activity like video chats or streaming while analyzing network performance and optimizing connections to keep things moving swiftly.

The Nest WiFi Pro is compatible with the majority of smart home devices that are linked, and it has the speed to simultaneously handle video chats, 4K films, and security camera feeds. According to Google, a single router can span 2,200 square feet. It has a Thread border router built in to link smart home appliances via a low-power mesh. When Google’s new Matter smart home protocol debuts later this year, it will support it as well.

You’ll spend more than the existing Nest WiFi gadget for all of it. One unit costs $200 (as opposed to $169 for the existing Nest WiFi router), two units cost $300, and three units cost $400. Pre-orders are currently available, and shipment will begin on October 27.

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