Juan José, Author at islaBit

Bitcoin experiences fluctuations in its value and market capitalization: analysis of its recent behavior

September 22, 2023April 10, 2023 by Juan José

The world’s largest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (BTC), has been experiencing significant ups and downs in value over the past three weeks. Specifically, the value of Bitcoin (BTC) has hovered around the $28,000 mark, while the global crypto market capitalization has declined by $23 billion in less than a week. Bitcoin Bullish Momentum Despite these ups and … Read more Bitcoin experiences fluctuations in its value and market capitalization: analysis of its recent behavior

Apple Maps launches new features to compete with Google Maps

September 22, 2023April 9, 2023 by Juan José

Apple has been competing with Google Maps for a long time and has been adding unique features to attract more users. It recently launched new features in Apple Maps in six new countries (Hungary, Slovenia, Austria, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Croatia), signaling the company’s plan to beat Google Maps. These features have been available … Read more Apple Maps launches new features to compete with Google Maps

Exclusive details about the iPhone 15 Pro are filtered: design, camera and USB-C

September 22, 2023April 8, 2023 by Juan José

Last month, 9to5Mac exclusively shared basic CAD images of the upcoming iPhone 15 Pro design. Since then, they’ve collected more exclusive details from MFi accessory makers, new detailed CADs obtained by 9to5Mac’s Max Weinbach, and other sources. All of this information has been corroborated by multiple sources, and is believed to be the best looking … Read more Exclusive details about the iPhone 15 Pro are filtered: design, camera and USB-C

Possible launch of GPT-5: what can we expect?

September 22, 2023April 7, 2023 by Juan José

OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence company, could launch its next large language model iteration, GPT-5, by the end of 2023. Although the company has not spoken publicly on the matter, developer Siqi Chen hinted that some people within OpenAI they think that GPT-5 could reach the level of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), which would mean … Read more Possible launch of GPT-5: what can we expect?

Google restricts access of personal loan apps to confidential user data

September 22, 2023April 6, 2023 by Juan José

Google has announced new restrictions for apps that offer loans through the Play Store, with the aim of limiting access to sensitive user data. This is due to concerns about predatory behavior by some lenders harassing borrowers, which has prompted Google to update its personal loan policy. Starting May 31, 2023, apps that provide loans … Read more Google restricts access of personal loan apps to confidential user data

Launch of Kobo Plus and its subscription plans in the US

September 22, 2023April 5, 2023 by Juan José

The Kobo company has launched its Kobo Plus subscription plan in the US for $7.99 per month. This plan offers access to a selection of 1.3 million books from its library, although not all titles. This new subscription plan competes with Amazon’s Kindle Unlimited plan, which costs $9.99 per month. In addition, Amazon also offers … Read more Launch of Kobo Plus and its subscription plans in the US

Lifeweaver: The new support character that will impact Overwatch 2

September 22, 2023April 4, 2023 by Juan José

Overwatch 2 is about to wrap up its third season and the upcoming season will see the addition of Lifeweaver, the new support character. The community has reacted positively to the reveal of him and now there is a heated debate and theories about his abilities. Lifeweaver is the 37th character added to the hero … Read more Lifeweaver: The new support character that will impact Overwatch 2

Cardano (ADA) Update: Withstands Resistance and Opens New Possibilities for EVM Smart Contracts

September 22, 2023April 3, 2023 by Juan José

Cardano’s native cryptocurrency ADA has seen a 50% rise since early 2023 and is currently trading at $0.399 with a market capitalization of roughly $13 trillion, according to Coinmarketcap. However, as of late, ADA has faced resistance at $0.40 levels. Cardano whales, holding between 1 million and 10 million ADA, have bought 150 million coins … Read more Cardano (ADA) Update: Withstands Resistance and Opens New Possibilities for EVM Smart Contracts

Pokemon GO increases the prices of remote raid passes and limits the number of daily raids

September 22, 2023March 31, 2023 by Juan José

According to Niantic, the mobile game has increased the prices of remote passes to improve the long-term health of the game and preserve the unique experience of playing Pokemon GO. Before, players could buy one pass for 100 coins (about $1) or three passes for 250 coins (about $2.50), but now it doubles and they … Read more Pokemon GO increases the prices of remote raid passes and limits the number of daily raids

RTX 4060 Ti and RTX 4050 graphics specs and release dates leaked

September 22, 2023March 30, 2023 by Juan José

Nvidia, the renowned computer hardware company, has introduced its new RTX graphics card models in recent months. In September of last year, they released the RTX 4090 and RTX 4080, followed by the RTX 4070 Ti earlier this year. The RTX 4070 is expected to be officially announced on April 13, and possible release dates … Read more RTX 4060 Ti and RTX 4050 graphics specs and release dates leaked