 Meta has launched the Llama 3.1 AI models, including the massive Llama 3.1 405B, with a 128K context length. These models are open-source and competitive with top AI models like GPT-4, available through various cloud platforms https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/7/meta-unveils-llama-3-1-open-source-ai-models-including-the-405b-with-128k-context-length/ Adobe has introduced AI-driven features in Illustrator and Photoshop, including Generative Shape Fill, Mockup Feature, Typeface Detection, and Text to Pattern in Illustrator, and new brush tools, an improved type tool, and an enhanced taskbar in Photoshop https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/7/adobe-has-rolled-out-new-generative-ai-powered-features-for-illustrator-and-photoshop/ Researchers found a zero-day exploit in #Telegram for Android, named #EvilVideo, allowing attackers to send malicious files disguised as videos. Telegram patched the flaw in versions 10.14.5 and above, after five weeks of vulnerability. Music Assistant just released v2.1! π With it comes bug fixes, stability improvements, and the much anticipated Apple Music Support!! To learn more about Music Assistant, read our blog on the huge v2.0 release in May: ππΌ @homeassistant wow, this looks really nice! Home Assistant really has grown into its own ecosystem by now... ππΌ A new feature on X/Twitter aims to block links in replies to combat spam bots, allowing users to disable links in replies via a checkbox https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/7/x-developing-feature-to-block-links-in-replies-aiming-to-combat-spam-bots/ Google reversed its plan to phase out third-party cookies in Chrome by 2024. Instead, it will keep them while introducing new privacy features, allowing users to manage cookie preferences https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/7/google-reverses-plan-to-phase-out-third-party-cookies-in-chrome-updates-privacy-sandbox/ Apple TV Plus is tightening its budget amid industry challenges, cutting original series faster and licensing more content. Despite heavy investment, it holds only 0.2% of US TV views compared to Netflix's 8% https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/7/apple-tv-tightens-budgets-amid-struggle-competing-with-netflix-and-other-streaming-giants/ Google is updating its policy to remove low-quality apps from the Play Store by August 31, 2024. Apps should provide a βstable, responsive, and engaging user experienceβ, or they will be removed or restricted to improve user experience. @alternativeto I like this because Android has third-party app stores. Developing apps shouldn't be advertised to people who are unable or unwilling to even change the default. This is assuming that Google does a good job enforcing this policy. Microsoft has released an updated recovery tool to address issues caused by the #CrowdStrike Falcon agent on Windows systems. Available in the Microsoft Download Center, it offers two repair options: Recover from WinPE and Recover from safe mode. π New Jellyfin Server/Web release: 10.9.8π See the release post on our forums for more details: https://forum.jellyfin.org/t-new-jellyfin-server-web-release-10-9-8 Or go right to the server and web release notes: KaOS 2024.07 features Plasma 6.1.3, KDE Gear 24.05.2, and Frameworks 6.4.0 on Qt 6.7.2, with Linux kernel 6.9. Notable updates include a new desktop zoom-out animation, support for bcachefs, session recall for Wayland, and various system component upgrades https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/7/kaos-linux-2024-07-released-with-plasma-6-1-3-bcachefs-support-new-phonon-backend-and-more/ Stremio has launched Stremio OS for Raspberry Pi 4 and 5, running on LineageOS 21 (based on Android TV 14). It includes Stremio, Stremio Launch on Boot, and Aptoide TV, with user customization options. The project is still in its experimental stages. Microsoft will integrate Nvidiaβs GeForce Now into its Xbox game store websites (not on console for now), allowing users to choose between Xbox Cloud Gaming and GeForce Now for game streaming https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/7/microsoft-is-integrating-nvidia-geforce-now-into-its-xbox-game-store-website-no-console-/ Google is shutting down its URL Shortener service, with goo.gl links ceasing to function on August 25, 2025. Starting August 23, 2024, some links will start showing a warning page before redirecting. GitLab's version 17.2 introduces log streaming, a new pipeline execution security policy, merge check features, and OAuth 2.0 support. GitLab Duo Chat and Code Suggestions also enhance collaboration and coding efficiency. OpenAI's new GPT-4o mini is a faster and more affordable AI model replacing GPT-3.5 Turbo, priced at $0.60 per million output tokens. It scores 82% on the MMLU benchmark and is accessible via APIs and ChatGPT apps https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/7/openai-unveils-gpt-4o-mini-affordable-high-performance-ai-model-to-replace-gpt-3-5-turbo/ Apple's Vision Pro users now have access to immersive 3D video content through Apple Immersive Video, including videos series, films, documentaries, concerts, and more. Apple is also collaborating with Blackmagic Design to enhance production workflows. Immich, an open-source photo and video management solution, has introduced Server and Individual lifetime licenses to support the development. Users can purchase and activate licenses directly within the app from release v1.109.0. |
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@alternativeto please do not call this "open source". One can use the models. That is not what "open source" means.