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For vloggers, aspiring filmmakers, and other content creators, today’s smartphones are more than up to the job of main video camera. Film director Danny Boyle is even using an iPhone 15 to shoot his upcoming zombie sequel 28 Years Later. To buff their footage to a truly professional sheen, however, even the most capable smartphones benefit from a helping hand. Boyle’s iPhone appears to be heavily modified with all sorts of add-ons such as multi-thousand-dollar cinema lenses. But for those of us operating on a smaller budget, a mobile three-axis gimbal is the ideal smartphone accessory to take phone footage to the next level, by automatically stabilizing handheld footage and removing shakes and jitters far more effectively than any onboard image stabilization system. And after spending some time with it, I'm delighted to say that the Hohem iSteady M7 is the most advanced and feature-packed smartphone stabilizer I’ve ever used. The iSteady M7’s chunky, utilitarian design and bold color scheme may not appeal to everyone, and it can’t fully fold down like the pocket-size Insta360 Flow or DJI Osmo Mobile (WIRED Recommends 8/10). It can be semi-folded into a flattened state for transport, whereupon it fits snugly in a hard carry case that comes with it, but it’s larger (13.2 x 6.2 x 2.2 inches when folded) and heavier (25.6 ounces including its mini tripod attachment) than most of the gimbals I’ve used. The upside of that extra heft is its ability to carry and stabilize a bulkier payload. The iSteady M7’s large grip and powerful gimbal motor mean it can accommodate phones up to 17.6 ounces in weight and up to 0.49 inches thick, which means even folding phones like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 are compatible. It also means you can kit your phone out with accessories like cases or lens mods and still enjoy full stabilization. Most gimbals can only hold phones up to 10.5 ounces in weight. I found the stabilization itself to be flawless—and flexible. Some manual balancing of my iPhone 13 was required, but only via a simple slide along one axis, and once done the gimbal does the rest, automatically leveling the phone and then following my movements according to whichever of the preset modes I was using. Pan Follow keeps the gimbal locked along the tilt and pitch axes, Pan Tilt Follow keeps it locked only on the pitch axis and POV follows your movements on all three axes. There’s also a custom mode, where the user can pick the three axes they want movement on, and follow speed can also be adjusted manually. If you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a commission. This helps support our journalism. Learn more. Please also consider subscribing to WIRED There’s more going for the iSteady M7 than its stabilization, though. The ergonomics are solid, with the grip feeling comfy and secure in my hand, the buttons and other controls (which include a handy customizable wheel that can be set to smoothly pull focus or input gimbal movement) are all well placed. There’s a 7.9-inch extension rod that telescopes out of the handle to give the user greater working distance between themselves and their phone. There are two spots to mount third-party accessories via a standard tripod thread, plus a tripod mount on the bottom and two USB-C ports. One of these ports can be used to charge the gimbal’s internal battery, and one can be used to top up the battery of the phone currently mounted, effectively turning the gimbal into a power bank.
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Last year, Google announced changes to its Chrome browser that signaled the end for po[CENSORED]r extension uBlock Origin. The ad-blocker’s design put it at odds with Google’s new Manifest v3 requirements, with death as the likely outcome. The Grim Reaper is here now, with Manifest V3’s full implementation all but complete. If uBlock Origin and other extensions haven’t been taken away from you yet, they very soon will be—so it’s time to jump to a viable alternative ASAP. Going without an ad-blocker is a security risk, as rogue ads can push you to phishing sites or spread malware. Fortunately, good ad-block options still exist. The easiest switch? Hopping over to uBlock Origin Lite instead. Made by the same developer of the original uBlock Origin, you can coax similar performance out of it with a quick hop into its settings. By default, its “Basic” filtering mode requires no permissions and goes lighter on screening. Ratchet up its scrutiny to at least “Optimal” filtering, and if you want to go ham, you can bump it up all the way to “Complete” filtering. One key difference between this Lite version and the original is less custom control over filtering, which can be a harder adjustment for power users. But with these setting tweaks, most users won’t notice much of a difference between the two. Other excellent alternative ad-block extensions exist, too—Ad Guard in particular is favored by my colleague Michael Crider. Meanwhile, AdBlock Plus has a long-storied history of blocking ads on the web. (However, many users switched from ABP after their “Acceptable Ads” program became more known.) Ghostery combines privacy control with ad-blocking, with a very simple, easy-to-understand interface. You can read more about each of these extensions in PCWorld’s rundown of alternative ad-blockers, but there’s also a fifth option: switching to Firefox. It’s the one major browser not based on Chromium, the open-source code powering Chrome and browsers like Opera, Brave, and Vivaldi, etc. Accordingly, the full-fat version of uBlock Origin is still available. In fact, it’s the only version, because Mozilla’s missteps caused the death of uBlock Origin Lite. (Sigh.) Link: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2595287/ublock-origin-is-dead-for-chrome-but-its-successor-still-lives-on.html
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OpenAI is now getting a huge boost in performance via NVIDIA's GB200 NVL72 "Blackwell" system. While NVIDIA has already been powering OpenAI's AI models, the expansion to Microsoft Azure to leverage the power of NVIDIA's flagship data center GPU will further improve the AI models through rigorous training. In an X post, the CEO of Open AI, Sam Altman, announced that Microsoft Azure is now running the first full eight racks of the GB200 NVL72 system. Sam also thanked the CEO of Microsoft, Satya Nadella, and the CEO of NVIDIA, Jensen Huang, for making this happen. Through the collaboration of these companies, the Azure OpenAI service can now position Microsoft as one of the leading cloud providers for AI workloads. The NVIDIA Blackwell GB200 NVL72 system contains 36 Grace CPUs and 72 Blackwell GPUs in a rack-scale design. With eight such racks, there will be a total of 288 Grace CPUs paired with a whopping 576 B200 GPUs. This can produce incredible computational power as a single rack can result in up to 6,480 TFLOPS of FP32 and up to 3,240 TFLOPS of FP64 performance. This computational power can now be multiplied by eight times, resulting in almost 51,840 TFLOPS of FP32 and 25,920 TFLOPS of FP64 performance. With such exceptional computing performance, the Azure OpenAI service can be highly beneficial for enterprises looking to scale their businesses. The NVIDIA "Blackwell" GB200 NVL72 is incredibly powerful & optimized for large-scale generative AI workloads as it offers a high memory bandwidth of up to 576 TB/s and brings parallel processing power. OpenAI currently uses a variety of NVIDIA GPUs, including NVIDIA V100s, H100s, and A100s, but the Blackwell B200 is the most advanced GPU chip that brings significant performance uplifts over its predecessors. As Microsoft invested almost $14 Billion in OpenAI, it's no surprise that it wants to take the lead with the most powerful machine for its customers. Link: https://wccftech.com/nvidia-blackwell-gb200-microsoft-azure-openai/
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Cozy farming sims are all the rage right now. They're everywhere. But maybe the chillest farming sim of all is one that doesn't ask you to farm. Or socialize. Or do much of anything, actually. Enter Ropuka's Idle Island, the best $4/£3 I've spent in ages. Ropuka's Idle Island is exactly what the name suggests. Ropuka is a sleepy frog person who lives on an island of grass. His home rests idly anywhere on your desktop while you chill, play other games, get sucked into internet rabbit holes, watch anime, pay taxes, or do work. He's even waving his green hand up at me while I write these very words. It's not entirely automated, though. Ropuka takes constant naps to recharge his stamina, at which point he'll get up to cut grass that serves as the game's currency. You can use it to upgrade his stamina bar, improve how efficient his naps are, and raise the quality of the grass, just to name a few examples. Or you can trade greens for gold that can then be exchanged for loot boxes that dish out random cosmetics, like a floral crown for dear Ropuka, different trees for his island, and other lovely stuff. When you stop to think about it too hard, all you're doing is decorating his tiny little prison. 10-second naps followed by 10 seconds of farming - what kind of life is that? But, just, don't think about it too hard, okay? It's cuter that way. I've never really been sucked in to the various idle games that po[CENSORED]te PC storefronts nowadays, but I'm properly in love with Ropuka's Idle Island. As someone whose attention span is in the gutter - I struggle to get more than an hour of work done without being distracted by something on the wall - the game is sort of a life saver. Mentally, I tell myself that all I need to do is X amount of work or admin before I can afford the next upgrade for my little frog friend, which helps me stay on track. His lo-fi beats don't hurt either. You can entrap the little guy on Steam right now. Surprise, surprise: 98% of reviews are also positive. For now, don’t miss a single exciting release with our new games of 2025 and beyond release calendar. Link: https://www.gamesradar.com/games/simulation/this-cozy-farming-sim-is-just-a-sleepy-frog-that-idly-grinds-on-your-desktop-all-day-and-its-the-best-usd4-ive-spent-in-ages/
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Rabat - Morocco is deliberating over the prospect of partnering with Asia’s wealthiest person Gautam Adani on a massive hydrogen project. Morocco is studying the possibility of sealing an investment deal for two industrial projects in 2023, according to a report from business-focused media Bloomberg. In an interview this weekend with Bloomberg, Morocco’s Energy Transition Minister Leila Benali said that Indian private conglomerate Adani Group is among the firms interested in the Moroccan hydrogen proposition, confirming previous reports. While Morocco is already a major green energy producer compared to its peers, the country continues to attract investors looking to produce cost-efficient green energy and export it to the European Union leveraging Morocco’s geographical proximity to the bloc. The EU is turning into a ripe market for green energy as it looks to diversify its energy supply chain away from Russia. “With Adani, we had some specific discussions and they came up with some very good ideas that we are looking at because they are aligned with the Moroccan vision on some specific aspects,” Benali told Bloomberg. In addition to producing green hydrogen for export, Morocco has much to gain from producing the fuel for domestic use. Green hydrogen could solve Morocco’s dependency on ammonia imports amid the ongoing supply crisis. The country is a major ammonia importer given its large fertilizer industry. The production of ammonia is an energy-intensive process that requires gas; hydrogen can be used to substitute gas. Over the weekend, Morocco’s fertilizer giant OCP announced that it is set to accelerate investment in green hydrogen as part of a $13 billion plan to reduce the company’s dependency on ammonia imports. Link: https://www.moroccoworldnews.com/2022/12/352855/morocco-seeks-to-finance-mega-hydrogen-projects-for-export-to-europe
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In a victory for wildlife conservation, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has announced its decision to maintain Endangered Species Act (ESA) protections for grizzly bears. The decision comes after thorough scientific analysis and extensive collaboration with state, tribal, and conservation partners. It ensures that grizzly bears, one of North America’s most iconic species, will continue to receive vital protections as they face ongoing threats to their survival. This announcement has been met with praise from conservation advocates and policymakers alike. U.S. House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) and Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) both issued statements applauding the agency’s choice to base its decision on sound science and diverse stakeholder input. Unfortunately, the agency also introduced a proposed rule that would relax restrictions on when grizzly bears can be killed. Additionally, the proposal establishes boundaries that limit where grizzly bears receive federal protections, excluding areas such as California and Colorado—regions where the bears once thrived and where suitable habitat still exists. “The science is clear — we need strong protections for grizzly bears,” said Ranking Member Huffman. “The compounding threats of climate change and politically motivated state policies have the potential to decimate grizzly bear po[CENSORED]tions and dramatically impact their habitats. I’m glad the Fish and Wildlife Service understands these threats, has listened to stakeholders and scientists, and decided to maintain Endangered Species Act protections for this iconic species. I will continue to work with FWS over the coming comment period to determine whether any additional updates or revisions to the accompanying proposed rules are needed to ensure grizzlies are successfully recovered.” “Biologists estimated that around 100,000 grizzly bears once roamed western North America, but human encroachment and other threats have pushed this po[CENSORED]tion to the edge of extinction,” said Senator Booker. “I commend the FWS for their decision to maintain Endangered Species Act protections for grizzly bears, and ultimately listening to the scientists and the local community. I will continue to advocate for science-based recovery plans and policies that ensure grizzly bears and other endangered species have the space and safety they need to recover their po[CENSORED]tions and thrive in spite of a warming climate, habitat loss, and other challenges.” For now, this decision ends an effort by Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming to strip grizzly bears of federal protections. Grizzly bears, once widespread across the United States, now inhabit only a small portion of their original range. Despite ongoing and significant recovery efforts, the species remains at risk. By maintaining protections under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is playing a crucial role in facilitating the grizzlies’ journey toward recovery, while also protecting the vital ecosystems they depend on. This decision is not just a win for grizzly bears but also for the broader efforts to preserve biodiversity and protect America’s wild heritage. Maintaining protections for these critical species highlights the importance of science-based conservation policies in addressing the challenges faced by wildlife in a rapidly changing world. Link: https://worldanimalnews.com/victory-grizzly-bears-remain-protected-under-the-endangered-species-act/
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The factory will produce electric passenger cars, busses, motorcycles, and charging stations, according to a statement on Wednesday. With investments worth EGP 300 million, the factory will be built on 50,000 square metres in the 10th of Ramadan city. It will also create 500 jobs. According to the company’s website, EgyptSat Auto is a private local auto manufacturer founded in March 2023. The company's chairman, Mohammed El-Ghamry, is the Vice President of the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) and Dean of Applied Research at the academy. Last August, the AASTMT announced that it would produce and market the first electric car in the Egyptian market during the first quarter of 2024 in partnership with EgyptSat Auto and local EV sales agent MATGR. The AASTMT produced prototypes for Egypt's first electric cars in February. Egypt seeks to develop the local automotive industry to keep up with regional players. In June 2022, the government launched a national strategy for localizing the automotive industry. The country has recently taken significant steps to encourage investment and entrepreneurship, level the field between the public and private sectors, and support the investment climate. The golden licence allows investors to acquire or lease land and operate enterprises without requiring further government approvals. Expanding gas capabilities The Egyptian government also granted the Egyptian Natural Gas Company (GASCO) a golden licence to add a fourth production line to its Western Desert Gas Complex with investments worth $380 million. The new line will be built on 33 feddans in Alexandria’s Amreya city. It will add 600 million cubic metres of natural gas per day. The project is expected to create 2,500 jobs. GASCO has designed the new line to increase the production of natural gas by-products, petrochemicals raw materials, condensates, and butane. Egyptian Natural Gas is a subsidiary of the state-owned Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company. It operates in natural gas transmission, distribution, and processing. To push up its gas production and meet local demand, Egypt is investing $1.8 billion in digging 35 new exploratory natural gas wells in the Mediterranean and the Nile Delta by 2025. According to the government’s plan, 21 wells will be completed during the fiscal year 2023/2024 and 14 in 2024/2025. Link: https://english.ahram.org.eg/News/508766.aspx
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Holders Celtic and city rivals Rangers were both handed home draws against second-tier opponents in the draw for the last 16 of the Scottish Cup. Celtic will take on Raith Rovers, while Rangers host fellow Glasgow side Queen's Park. Speaking on Premier Sports immediately after the draw, Queen's Park head coach Callum Davidson said: "Financially, it is great for the club to get a draw like that, but it will be a tough game for us." Three other Premiership sides will host Championship opposition. Dunfermline Athletic visit Aberdeen, while St Johnstone, sitting bottom of the Premiership, will entertain Hamilton Academical. And Dundee will take on Airdrieonians after becoming the final side to clinch their place in the fifth round with a 1-0 victory over city rivals Dundee United on Monday. Dundee manager Tony Docherty told BBC Scotland: "We'll give Airdrieonians the upmost respect. I've just glad we've got a home tie. "I see the atmosphere tonight and that's what you can get at Dens Park with the synergy between players and fans. They see the effort the players are putting in, but we're not getting ahead of ourselves - tonight was a real big task to beat a good side at home and keep a clean sheet." There will be one all-Premiership tie, as St Mirren host Heart of Midlothian. Second-tier promotion hopefuls Ayr United head to Easter Road to face Hibernian, where manager Scott Brown started his playing career. The quarter-finals will feature one team outside the Premiership, with Championship side Livingston hosting League 1 outfit Cove Rangers. Ties will be played on the weekend of 8/9 February. Link: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cy8xenn0731o
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[LifeStyle] Free courses for islanders with health conditions
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Free three-month courses to help people with health conditions are on offer to islanders in Jersey. Lifestyle Medicine Jersey, a non-profit organisation, said it had launched the courses to help people manage - and sometimes reverse - metabolic syndrome. It is the name for a group of health problems - such as being overweight and having high blood pressure - that can put you at risk of type 2 diabetes or effect heart or blood vessels. Dr Jo Darwood, GP and director at Lifestyle Medicine Jersey, said the courses were "all about prevention and empowerment". She added: "By addressing the root causes of metabolic syndrome, we aim to help people take control of their health, reduce dependence on medication and live longer, healthier lives." It has been funded by a grant from Jersey Community Foundation. Organisers said it provided practical ways to improve health through lifestyle changes such as better nutrition, exercise and stress management. Link: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4glkjwpk02o