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technology1 month ago•76 min saved

M5 Max Too Powerful for 14-Inch MBP: Throttling Undermines its 14" chassis

Notebookcheck tests the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the top-end M5 Max (40-core GPU, 128 GB RAM, 8 TB SSD) and finds phenomenal raw performance on paper but serious cooling limits in a compact chassis: significant thermal throttling and inconsistent CPU behavior in High Power mode, driven by true limits on power input (~97 W) and a 96 W PSU. The result is faster short-burst gains but unstable sustained performance, plus battery drain under load. Despite the downsides, the 14" MBP still offers an excellent display, speakers and impressive battery life in light use; for sustained workloads the 16-inch MBP or the M5 Pro in 14" form may be a better fit, with 8 TB/128 GB RAM as the top-end option.

via Notebookcheck|

#apple #m5-max #macbook-pro

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

Microsoft's Warning: Excessive Use of AI Services May Lead to Throttling

Microsoft has updated its terms and conditions to warn users that "excessive" usage of its generative AI services may result in access restrictions. The company did not define what constitutes "excessive use" or provide details on the duration or impact of the restrictions. The move suggests potential bottlenecks in Microsoft's AI architectures, which could degrade performance for users. It may also be a cost-saving measure, as scaling AI infrastructure is expensive. Other AI providers, such as OpenAI, already impose usage restrictions to ensure fair access for all users.

via The Register|

#ai-infrastructure #generative-ai-services #microsoft

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

Apple Settles 'Batterygate' Lawsuit, Begins $500M Payout for Slowed iPhones

Apple has agreed to pay up to $500 million to settle a class-action lawsuit over the "Batterygate" scandal, where the company intentionally slowed down older iPhones with degraded batteries. The affected models include iPhone 6, 6S, 7, and the original SE. The settlement will provide compensation to approximately 3 million customers who filed claims, with payouts ranging from $65 to $90 per person. Amazon's music streaming service is also increasing its price for Amazon Prime members, following a trend of streaming services raising prices. Additionally, a recent poll shows that nearly half of Americans support banning TikTok due to concerns over data privacy and potential Chinese government influence. Lastly, the Gadget Lab podcast discusses the impact of human-induced climate change and extreme heat on the planet.

via WIRED|

#apple #batterygate #compensation

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Judge Approves $500M Settlement for iPhone Throttling Lawsuit

A judge has denied objections against a $500 million settlement offered by Apple to iPhone owners who were part of throttling lawsuits. The settlement relates to a software feature that throttled iPhone processors to mitigate the negative effects of aging batteries. The settlement covers iPhone models from the iPhone 6 to the iPhone 7 and Plus, as well as the iPhone SE. Around 3 million people are eligible for compensation, with an average claim of $65 per person.

via AppleInsider|

#apple #iphone #lawsuit

computing2 years ago•5 min saved

"15-Inch MacBook Air: Great News for Buyers with Top Features and Discounts"

A new set of tests has shown that the 15-inch MacBook Air outperforms its 13-inch sibling in some key ways, making it a much more attractive purchase if you want maximum performance in a slimline laptop. The larger model has a six-speaker array, a 50% increase over the 13-inch’s four-speaker setup, and better cooling capacity, resulting in higher clock speeds and minimal throttling. The 15-inch model also scored higher in multi-core CPU performance and graphical power, making it the MacBook Air to buy if you are after as much performance as you can get from one of Apple’s lightweight laptops.

via Digital Trends|

#15-inch #apple #computing

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Apple faces $2 billion lawsuit over iPhone 'throttling' controversy.

Apple is facing a $2 billion mass lawsuit in London, accusing it of hiding defective batteries in millions of iPhones by "throttling" them with software updates. The lawsuit is brought by consumer champion Justin Gutmann on behalf of iPhone users in the United Kingdom. Apple denies the allegations and says the lawsuit is "baseless". The company also says its power management update only reduced an iPhone 6's performance by an average of 10%. Gutmann asked London's Competition Appeal Tribunal to certify the case and allow it to proceed towards a trial.

via Reuters|

#apple #batteries #iphone