It's Thursday, March 2nd, and if you use a computer, you've probably seen that little sticker on it somewhere, letting you know that your Facebook posts and cap videos are happening due to Intel's dominance in the computer chip business. But there's another computer chip maker Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) or AMD that we don't hear about very much, although that may be about to change here at DT.
Matt Smith has been putting AMD's new Ryzen 7 1800X chip through its paces and is here to report that the CPU has what it takes to compete against Intel. The Ryzen 7 packs eight cores against the ten in Intel's top Core i7 model, and while it isn't quite as fast as Intel's fastest, it's still pretty damn fast and at a price far below Intel's premium offerings. This makes it a viable non-Intel option for computer builders and OEMs to drop into their machines, depending on what the computer will be doing.
This development is significant, as it gives AMD a much-needed boost in the market where Intel has long been the dominant force. The Ryzen 7 1800X is likely to appeal to gamers and content creators who require high-performance processing power without breaking the bank. With its competitive pricing and impressive specifications, the Ryzen 7 1800X is set to be a popular choice among PC enthusiasts.
Meanwhile, another tech giant is making headlines with its latest announcement: Snap Inc., the maker of the popular photo-sharing app Snapchat, has just gone public with an initial public offering (IPO). The company's shares began trading on Wednesday at $17 per share, which is a good $7 per share above what analysts had predicted. This makes Snap worth about $30 billion, making it one of the strongest tech IPOs since Facebook.
Snap's founder and CEO, Evan Spiegel, has been hailed as a young tech genius after becoming a billionaire on paper at just 26 years old. He is set to marry Victoria's Secret Super Angel Miranda Kerr, who is seven years his senior, and this union is expected to be quite the wedding. Despite his youth, Spiegel has guided Snap to become one of the most popular social media platforms among teenagers and young adults.
Snapchat, with its distinctive ephemeral content and fun filters, has become a cultural phenomenon among younger generations. With over 200 million active users, Snapchat is one of the fastest-growing social media platforms in recent years. The company's focus on creating engaging and interactive content has resonated with its young audience, making it a must-have app for many teens and twenties.
The success of Snap Inc.'s IPO is a testament to the growing demand for social media platforms among younger demographics. As more companies look to tap into this market, we can expect to see even more innovative features and updates in the coming months. For now, however, it's clear that Snapchat is here to stay as one of the most popular social media platforms in the world.
But wait, there's more! Another tech giant has just announced a major update to its AI-powered virtual assistant, Google Assistant. The new feature will allow users to replace search with voice commands on devices running Android 6.0 Marshmallow and above. This is a significant development, as it gives users even more ways to interact with their devices without having to physically type anything.
Google Assistant was first introduced last year and has been gaining popularity among Android users since then. However, its limited capabilities and lack of integration with other Google services have held it back from becoming the go-to virtual assistant for many users. With this new update, Google Assistant is now more powerful and intuitive than ever before, allowing users to perform a wide range of tasks without having to lift a finger.
The implications of this update are far-reaching, as it suggests that Google is committed to making its AI-powered assistants even more user-friendly and capable in the future. With this new feature, users can expect to see even more innovative features and capabilities in the coming months, such as improved voice recognition, advanced natural language processing, and seamless integration with other Google services.
As we look to the future of tech, it's clear that AI-powered virtual assistants are going to play an increasingly important role in shaping our daily lives. With companies like Snap Inc., Intel, and Google pushing the boundaries of innovation, we can expect to see even more exciting developments in the years to come.
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