Smartphone vendors have struggled in recent years, with one notable exception: Apple. While others saw sales and profits dive amid economic uncertainty, Apple did something unexpected by selling more expensive iPhones without increasing the price. Apple increased the average selling price for the iPhone, taking advantage of the growing popularity of Pro versions of phones like the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15. But now, an increasing number of reports claim that Apple has been facing stiffer iPhone competition in China than ever. Huawei's resurgence is one factor contributing to an uptick in Android phone sales in the country at the expense of the iPhone 15. The latest development concerns a move many Apple fans would love to see in their home markets. Apple cut the iPhone 15 prices in China ahead of the iPhone 16 launch, and the discounts are significant. I can't help but wonder if that's not something that Apple should consider doing globally, not just in China. And I'm not talking about just the iPhone 15, but every new iPhone generation in the six-month period that precedes the next-gen model's arrival. Continue reading... The post What if Apple slashed iPhone 15 prices globally instead of just in China?  appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Today’s deals: $50 off new Beats Solo 4, $249 iPad 9th-Gen, $19 Roku Express, $180 ASUS laptop, more Best Ring Video Doorbell deals in May 2024 Today’s deals: $120 off eufy X10 Pro Omni, First M2 iPad Air discount, $99 Ninja smokeless grill, more Today’s deals: $399 iPad Air 5, Igloo coolers, $150 off M3 MacBook Air, Vitamix blenders, Ninja sale, more

Well, now we know why OpenAI abruptly removed the "Sky" voice option for ChatGPT, the one that sounded suspiciously like Scarlett Johansson. According to a statement released this afternoon from the actress, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman himself had actually offered her the opportunity to provide her voice for the chatbot. "He told me that he felt that by my voicing the system, I could bridge the gap between tech companies and creatives and help consumers to feel comfortable with the seismic shift concerning humans and AI," Johansson's statement reads. "He said he felt that my voice would be comforting to people." The actress goes on to say that she declined the offer -- even though, as anyone who's been following the rollout of ChatGPT-4o already knows, the chatbot's ScarJo-like voice was front-and-center in the company's marketing. Johansson, of course, voiced the AI in Spike Jonze's 2013 movie Her, which Altman himself obliquely referenced in a tweet once everyone started saying the same thing about ChatGPT's "Sky" voice option: https://x.com/sama/status/1790075827666796666 Let's not forget, Altman was also abruptly fired by the OpenAI board last fall for not being "consistently candid" in his communications with board members. Keep that in mind as you read the rest of ScarJo's full statement below: "When I heard the released demo, I was shocked, angered and in disbelief that Mr. Altman would pursue a voice that sounded so eerily similar to mine that my closest friends and news outlets could not tell the difference," Johansson says. "Mr. Altman even insinuated that the similarity was intentional, tweeting a single word 'her' -- a reference to the film in which I voiced a chat system, Samantha, who forms an intimate relationship with a human." "Two days before the ChatGPT 4.0 demo was released, Mr. Altman contacted my agent, asking me to reconsider. Before we could connect, the system was out there. As a result of their actions, I was forced to hire legal counsel, who wrote two letters to Mr. Altman and OpenAI, setting out what they had done and asking them to detail the exact process by which they created the 'Sky' voice. Consequently, OpenAI reluctantly agreed to take down the 'Sky' voice. "In a time when we are all grappling with deepfakes and the protection of our own likeness, our own work, our own identities, I believe these are questions that deserve absolute clarity. I look forward to resolution in the form of transparency and the passage of appropriate legislation to help ensure that individual rights are protected." Don't Miss: OpenAI’s big reveal: Making ChatGPT feel and sound so much more human The post Scarlett Johansson issues blistering statement against OpenAI and Sam Altman over ‘Sky’ appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Today’s deals: $79 AirPods, $249 iPad 9, free smart bulbs, Lexar memory sale, 20% off Galaxy S24, more Amazon gift card deals, offers & coupons 2024: Get $415+ free Best Apple Watch deals for May 2024 Today’s deals: $120 off eufy X10 Pro Omni, First M2 iPad Air discount, $99 Ninja smokeless grill, more

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Although it’s been almost seven months since Matthew Perry passed away, one of his Friends castmates, Courteney Cox, is still struggling to accept hard that he is gone. In a recent interview, the 59-year-old reflected on Perry’s life and their time working together, sharing memories of their close bond and the special moments they shared on and off the screen. During her appearance on CBS Sunday Morning, Cox also opened up about the significant impact Perry had on her acting career. She boldly confessed that she still feels Perry’s presence, which has stirred up curiosity among fans. Courteney Cox says she still feels Matthew Perry’s presence COUGAR TOWN, (from left): Courteney Cox, Matthew Perry, ‘Hard On Me’, (Season 5, ep. 505, aired Feb. 4, 2014). photo: Doug Hyun / © TBS / Courtesy: Everett Collection Monica, Cox’s character in Friends, later got married to Perry’s character Chandler in the season four finale of the sitcom. Even after the series ended, their bond got stronger, and they rooted for each other until Perry’s death. RELATED: Courteney Cox Remembers ‘Friends’ Finale On Its 20th Anniversary Cox was really devasted by Perry’s death, and she always pays tribute to her late friend. However, it seems the actress has found some solace, as she recently shared that she has continued to have encounters with Perry. COUGAR TOWN, (from left): Matthew Perry, Courteney Cox, ‘Hard On Me’, (Season 5, ep. 505, aired Feb. 4, 2014). photo: Doug Hyun / © TBS / Courtesy: Everett Collection Cox elaborated on her experiences by explaining that she is a deeply spiritual, which has always allowed her to feel a strong connection to her late loved ones, such as her parents. She described how she often senses their presence and receives signs that reassure her of their enduring bond. Cox also described Perry as one of the most amiable and genuine people she had ever met, noting that despite his warm and friendly demeanor, the late actor battled his demons, struggling with personal issues that was often hidden behind his on-screen charm and wit. GO ON, l-r: Matthew Perry, Courteney Cox in ‘Matchup Problems’ (Season 1, Episode 20, aired March 26, 2013), 2012-, ph: Justin Lubin/©NBC/courtesy Everett Collection The 59-year-old also expressed immense gratitude for the opportunity to work with Perry throughout the ten-season run of the fan-favorite sitcom, which aired from 1994 to 2004. Click for next Article The post Courteney Cox Says Her Late ‘Friends’ Co-Star Matthew Perry Still ‘Visits’ Her appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

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