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Using Diffusion to generate imagesYou must have heard of Dall-E 2. Published by Open AI, which is a model that generates realistic looking images from a given text prompt. You can check out a smaller version of the model here.Ever wondered how it works under the hood? Well… it uses a new class of generative technique, called ‘diffusion’. The idea was proposed by Sohl-Dickstein, et al in 2015, where essentially, a model generates an image from Noise.But why use diffusion models when there are GANs around?GANs are great at…

The green bubble stigma faced by Android users who send messages to their friends with iPhones is real—even the U.S. government acknowledges it.Hey Google, Where Did My Watch's Battery Life Go?“Many non-iPhone users… experience social stigma, exclusion, and blame” when messaging people with iPhones, the Department of Justice stated in its landmark antitrust lawsuit against Apple on Thursday. However, the problems go way beyond simply the color of a text message. In the complaint, the DOJ highlighted the friction and…

Can AI Replace Human Research Participants? These Scientists See RisksSeveral recent proposals for using AI to generate research data could save time and effort but at a costBy Chris Stokel-Walker Credit: zepp1969/Getty ImagesIn science, studying human experiences typically requires time, money and—of course—human participants. But as large language models such as OpenAI’s GPT-4 have grown more sophisticated, some in the research community have been steadily warming to the idea that artificial intelligence could replace…

After hitting record highs of $974 at the beginning of March, Nvidia stock (NASDAQ: NVDA) took a nosedive. However, after forming a bottom around $841, the shares of the chip-making giant are poised to take another shot at the major psychological level of $1,000. This level is crucial in every stock’s life cycle, as a clear breakout above this level results in a strong, bullish continuation. The recent FOMC statement propelled Wall Street indices to their record highs. The S&P 500 index, NASDAQ 100 index,…

Since last year’s release of Super Mario Bros. Wonder on the Nintendo Switch, one question has plagued me: just what does that goo taste like? In the game, it’s a jelly-like substance in a tempting shade of lime green, and at various points, you can swim through it like thick, goopy water. When you first encounter it, one of the many talking flowers asks, “How’s the goo taste?” But it turns out getting a definitive answer is much harder than I anticipated.Initially, I thought I had it figured out. The goo looks remarkably…

Samsung just launched two mid-range devices that not only look better than any of their predecessors, but they’re also much better phones. Of course, 2024 budget Android phones will be better than the models Samsung released last year. But the Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35 are truly attention-worthy. So much so that the Galaxy A55 isn’t even available in the US, as it’ll likely disrupt the momentum of the Galaxy S24 series.To further prove that point, early Galaxy A55 users have just discovered that the Galaxy A55…

Moto G Power 5G (2024) MSRP $300.00 “The Moto G Power 5G (2024) has excellent battery life and a fun new design. It's a decent $300 phone, but your money is better spent elsewhere.” Pros New leather back is great Loud, clear speakers Two-day battery life Wireless charging and NFC Cons…

By Lauren Perkins, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center March 22, 2024Lunar eclipses happen during the full moon phase when Earth aligns exactly between the Moon and Sun, casting Earth’s shadow on the Moon. This shadowing dims the Moon and can turn it a vivid red for several hours. Visible from one hemisphere of Earth at a time, there are three kinds of lunar eclipses: total, partial, and penumbral. Credit: NASAApril’s solar eclipse has stolen the headlines for many months now, and rightfully so with millions of Americans…

A new rugged IONIQ 5 model is set to hit the market soon. Ahead of its debut, Hyundai’s new IONIQ 5 XRT was caught out in the wild testing for the first time as a new video gives us our closest look yet. Will it compete with Rivian’s recently revealed R3X? IONIQ 5 gets an upgrade with a new variant launching After introducing the new IONIQ 5 update and a sporty N model earlier this month, Hyundai is preparing to launch another variant of its best-selling electric SUV. Hyundai’s new IONIQ 5…

Film: Imaginary Cast: DeWanda Wise, Tom Payne, Veronica Falcón, Betty Buckley, Taegen Burns, Pyper Braun, Dane DiLiegro, Alix AngelisDirector: Jeff WadlowRating: 1.5/5Runtime: 104 min. “Imaginary” the latest horror-thriller from Blumhouse, directed by “Truth or Dare” producer Jeff Wadlow, fails to find the scares that it intended to. The plot is typical of the ‘voodoo cursed doll’ construct ( Chucky, Annabelle etc.) and uses the same old mechanics to charge up the…