Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 08/23 – The Playstation Portal
Aug 23, 2023
Sony unveils the PlayStation Portal, an exciting handheld device for streaming PS5 games. IBM introduces an AI model that translates legacy COBOL code to Java, marking a leap in modernization. OpenAI reveals new fine-tuning features for developers using GPT-3.5 Turbo. LinkedIn emerges as a surprising leader in social media, adapting to competition with innovative content tools. Plus, a cautionary tale arises when 3D printers misbehave amid cloud outages. It's a whirlwind of tech innovation and unexpected challenges!
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PlayStation Portal Details
- The PlayStation Portal is a handheld device costing $200, streaming PS5 games over Wi-Fi.
- It mirrors your PS5, requiring a 5 Mbps connection; 15 Mbps is recommended.
Hands-on PlayStation Portal
- IGN's Beau Moore tested the PlayStation Portal and found no latency.
- The Portal's DualSense grips offer haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, enhancing gameplay.
COBOL to Java Translation
- IBM's Watson X Code Assistant translates COBOL to Java, addressing modernization challenges.
- COBOL, despite being old, is still prevalent but costly to migrate from, making this tool useful.