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What time does the Diablo 4 Server Slam end?
Wondering when the Diablo 4 Server Slam ends? Much like the recent Diablo 4 beta, the Server Slam sees would-be demon hunters journey through the Fractured Peaks, slaying monsters and completing both the prologue and Act 1, with your character’s level maxing out at level 20. If you’ve been enjoying the Server Slam this weekend, you might be wondering how long you’ve got left.
While this new test weekend forces players to start again, it also includes all the fixes and updates to all Diablo 4 classes. In addition, the Diablo 4 Ashava world boss is encounterable, with a new Cry of Ashava Mount Trophy earnable for the first time as a reward for defeating her. To help you get enough time with the game and a chance at getting that trophy, here are the Diablo 4 Server Slam end times in your region.
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3nm Apple Silicon: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
Semiconductor fabrication is the process used to make chips. The “node” of the process is, in simple terms, a measure of the smallest possible dimension used in manufacturing, measured in nanometers (nm). The node of a chip helps to determine its transistor density, as well as its cost, performance, and efficiency.
The link to actual physical dimensions has become hazy in recent years as advancements have slowed and marketing has become more important, but it still broadly denotes how advanced the chip technology is.
What Nodes Does Apple Use Currently?
Apple made the last big fabrication process jump in 2020, when it moved to TSMC’s 5nm process with the A14 Bionic and the M1 chip. Some chips, such as the S6, S7, and S8 in the Apple Watch have continued to use a 7nm fabrication process because they are based on the A13 Bionic – Apple’s final 7nm chip designed for the iPhone.
Apple introduced the A16 Bionic chip with the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max last year. Apple claims that it is a 4nm chip because it uses TSMC’s “N4” process, but in reality it is made with an enhanced version of TSMC’s 5nm N5 and N5P processes.
What Will 3nm Bring?
At minimum, 3nm should provide the biggest performance and efficiency leap to Apple’s chips since 2020. The increased number of transistors that are made possible by 3nm allows the chip to perform more tasks simultaneously and at a faster rate, while using less power.
The next-generation production technique allows chips to use up to 35 percent less power while providing better performance compared to the 5nm process that Apple has used for all of its A- and M-series chips since 2020.
3nm chips could also allow for more advanced dedicated chip hardware. For example, a 3nm chip could potentially support more advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning tasks, as well as more advanced graphics capabilities.
Apple was rumored to have engineered a new CPU with ray-tracing capabilities for the A16 Bionic but scrapped the technology late in the A15 Bionic’s development process, reverting to the CPU from the A15 Bionic. As such, built-in ray tracing support with the first 3nm chips seems highly likely.
It is worth noting that moving to a smaller chip size can also present some challenges, such as increased power density, heat generation, and manufacturing complexity. This is one of the reasons why major fabrication process leaps occur increasingly less often.
According to The Information, future Apple silicon chips built on the 3nm process will feature up to four dies, which would support up to 40 compute cores. The M2 chip has a 10-core CPU and the M2 Pro and Max have 12-core CPUs, so 3nm could significantly boost multi-core performance.
When Are the First 3nm Chips Coming?
TSMC has ramped up its testing on 3nm production since 2021 but this year the technology is expected to be mature enough to be commercially viable. TSMC is expected to begin full commercial production of 3nm chips in the fourth quarter of 2022. The production schedule is believed to be going to plan.
Apple’s order of 3nm chips is thought to be so large that it occupies TSMC’s entire production capacity for the node this year. Recent reports suggest that the supplier is struggling to produce enough 3nm chips to meet demand for Apple’s upcoming devices.
Analysts believe TSMC is having issues with tools and yield, impacting the ramp up to volume production of the new chip technology. There is a chance that some M3 devices maybe slightly delayed on account of these problems, but it seems unlikely that Apple would want to delay the launch of the A17 Bionic and iPhone 15 Pro models.
Once 3nm production is well established, TSMC will move on to 2nm. It is expected to start production on the 2nm node in 2025.
What Upcoming Devices Will Feature 3nm Apple Silicon Chips?
This year, Apple is widely rumored to introduce at least two chips made with TSMC’s 3nm process: the A17 Bionic and the M3 chip. The first devices containing the A17 Bionic are likely to be the iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro Max, which are expected to launch in the fall.
The first M3 devices are expected to include an updated 13-inch MacBook Air, 24-inch iMac, and iPad Pro. The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are the only devices rumored to contain the A17 Bionic chip, but it is likely to come to the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus next year, and potentially other devices like the iPad mini and Apple TV in the years ahead.
Apple is working on multiple M3 chips, codenamed Ibiza, Lobos, and Palma. Looking further ahead, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes that new 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models coming in 2024 will feature M3 Pro and M3 Max chips.
This article, “3nm Apple Silicon: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?” first appeared on MacRumors.com
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New EPA Power Plant Rules Emphasize Carbon Capture—What Does That Mean?
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released a historic climate policy proposal on Thursday. Through a new rule, the Biden Administration intends to set limits on coal- and gas-fueled power plants’ greenhouse gas emissions.
Does Pennsylvania’s Lake Monster ‘RAYSTOWN RAY’ Actually Exist?
About a dozen years ago sightings of ‘Raystown Ray’ had been known throughout the cryptid world. Since that time, there have been very few, if any, reports. Is ‘Raystown Ray’ real?
“I was referred to you by a friend. Can you advise or direct me to someone who can explain what I witnessed?
On August 29, 2009, I was fishing from a boat with my son on Raystown Lake, Pa. It was around 6:45 pm and we were making our way back to the landing. We were near the Snydertown portion of the lake where there is a point of land.
As we were heading south, I looked toward the west shore after my son started to point at something. I really have NO idea what this thing was but it looked like a large, thick black snake with a huge head that bobbed in and out of the water. I moved a little bit closer but my son was getting scared, so I cut the motor and looked through my binoculars. The body was moving in coils or humps up and down in the water. The creature had no fins like a fish and the head was diamond-shaped. The weirdest feature was that the eyes (which were dark, somewhat small, and slanted) were not set on the side of the head, but placed forward. I got an excellent look through the binoculars (I’d say it was about 50 yards from us) when it raised up, its head moved side to side. It made no sound. I’d say it was at least 20 feet long.
I have lived in Altoona, Pa for only a few years and this is only the second time I have fished this lake. I’m from Wisconsin and have fished many large lakes and rivers but I have never seen anything this big.
We watched for about 2-3 minutes until it slipped under the surface. My son’s description was very similar to mine but he said he noticed lighter-colored ‘whiskers’ or rays on the chin and face while looking through the binoculars. I had tried to take a photo with my cell phone but it just blended in with the water and was not discernible.
This is nuts! My friends think we saw a large fish or mammal, but there is no way it’s either. Please give me some guidance or resources to help identify this. I am skeptical of monsters, ghosts, UFOs, etc., and don’t buy into much of what people describe on TV. But, now that I have seen something that I can’t explain. let’s say I’m confused and frustrated.” Thanks, Bill
NOTE: I had fished this very lake years ago (excellent striped bass fishing!). I knew that there were some reports of a ‘monster’ sighted there a while back but have not heard anything lately.
Raystown Lake is a very deep water man-made lake located in Huntingdon County, Pa., east of Altoona, Pa., and south of State College, Pa. I emailed back to the witness ‘Bill.’ He seems to be very sincere about this sighting. He stated that he reported it to another paranormal site but didn’t get a response. I had a few questions for ‘Bill’ so I sent him an email asking him to attach the photos he took with his cellphone. I wanted to see for myself what he meant by ‘but it just blended in with the water and was not discernible.’
He forwarded 2 photos that I examined. Since he and his son were on the same level as the creature there was a dark background of the trees as well as some glare coming off the water. I tried to enhance the photos, but there was just nothing with any definition though I could make out some disturbance on the surface of the water. There wasn’t much more information that he could offer, but I certainly believe he and his son witnessed something unusual. Lon
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Dyson launches revolutionary new hair tool – what is the Airstrait and when does it go on sale?
DYSON is back with a new hair tool that is set to change the game – again.
The new Airstrait is a wet-to-dry straightener that is here to revolutionise your mornings, here’s everything you need to know.
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- Dyson Airstrait, $499.99 – click here
The new Dyson Airstrait is a wet-to-dry straightener tool that styles, straightens, and dries your hair in one go with no hot plates or heat damage.
Priced at $499.99, it’s not cheap, but is set to be one of Dyson’s most popular products yet.
Available now from dyson.com, the Airstrait is available in the USA, Canada, and Mexico from May 11, with a UK launch date and UK price to be announced soon.
Following years of research and development, the new Airstrait straightener uses powerful focused airflow to dry and straighten your hair simultaneously from wet.
With fast, smooth, and shiny results it’s a beauty must-have, and a game-changer for those looking for speedy, swish, sleek hair.
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It’s been engineered for multiple hair types, and the stylers can achieve a naturally straight style, with body and movement, without pulling and damaging hair.
The Airstrait uses a hair tress which is contained by two arms, from which a “precisely angled high-pressure blade of air is forced downwards and into the hair, both simultaneously drying and straight styling, with one machine”.
James Dyson, Founder and Chief Engineer said “Having a strong understanding of how to manipulate and realise the potential of powerful airflow is fundamental to the performance of the Dyson Airstrait straightener.
“This expertise, which we’ve gained over the last 25 years, is what has enabled us to deliver our first wet-to-dry straightener, with no hot plates, and no heat damage. Delivering the ease-of-use that people love about straighteners but with high-velocity air blades, saves time, maintains hair strength and achieves an everyday natural straight style.”
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The Airstrait’s secret weapon is their precision air jets.
Placed along the arms of the machine are two 1.5mm apertures, they create two high-velocity downward blades of air, which are projected at a 45° angle.
This causes them to converge and created one focused jet of air, and create a downward force to straighten hair as it dries – this directional airflow helps to align the hair strands, leaving you with a smooth and shiny finish.
But how does it do all this without damaging your hair?
Dyson has researched the science of style for over a decade, looking at everything from “the structure of hair, to airflow dynamics whilst understanding thermal, mechanical and chemical damage” – and the subsequent effects on hair health.
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To change and style your hair, hydrogen bonds within hair strands must be broken and reset to hold a new shape – which is done with heat or moisture.
However high heat can damage your hair, and so styling with powerful airflow from wet, results in less need for high heat, creating less frizz and flyaways (and adds shine).
As when your hair is wet, these bonds are weaker, so you can reset them as your hair dries – which reduces the need for extreme temperatures.
By using an optimum level of heat, and controlled airflow, there’s less damage to the hair, but also helps maintain volume and movement.
The Airstrait has two styling modes, ‘Wet’ and ‘Dry’ styling modes, and a ‘Cool’ mode to set the style.
In Wet mode, beauty fans can choose between, three heat settings of 80°C, 110°C and 140°C, and in ‘Dry’ mode, choose between 120°C, or 140°C, or a top-up “boost” – as well as two airflow controls, low and high.
And to ensure your hair stays in its best condition, it also uses intelligent heat sensors, to measure the temperature of airflow 30 times per second to prevent heat damage and protect hair’s natural shine.
There’s also a cold shot, root drying mode, and sensors which will automatically turn it off when not in use.
A release date is set to be announced in due course, and we can’t wait to get our hands on one – we’ll be updating this page with more information when we know more.
What date will the Dyson Airstrait arrive in store?
The Dyson Airstrait will arrive in store on May 11, but only in the US, Canada and Mexico.
A UK release date is expected very soon but hasn’t been revealed just yet.
Where will I be able to buy the Dyson Airstrait?
The Dyson Airstrait will be available from Dyson.co.uk following its launch in the UK.
It’s likely to be available exclusively from Dyson’s website before becoming available from other concessions, including John Lewis, Currys, Boots and Amazon.
How much is the Dyson Airstrait?
Currently, only US prices have been released. Priced at $499.99, UK prices will be announced alongside a UK release date.
This won’t be long, but we’ll update this page when we know more.
Can I use the Dyson Airstrait on dry hair?
Yes, the Dyson Airstrait can be used on dry hair.
The Dyson Airstrait can be used in ‘Dry’ mode, with heat temperatures of 120°C, or 140°C to straighten hair.
It’ll still straighten your hair, and leave you with a sleek result, however, for best results it’s recommended with damp hair.
Can I curl my hair with the Dyson Airstrait?
We haven’t tried this yet! As the Dyson Airstrait is designed for straightening hair, it’s not the tool of choice.
We’d recommend that Airwrap is used for curls.
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