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Start of the first episode of the CAAPMCQ podcast

Technology News / By Ashley Cornell, email: [email protected]

As part of its 30th anniversary, the Complaint Assistance and Support Center (CAAP) Mauricie – Centre-du-Québec launched the first episode of its brand new podcast, Together for Better Services, in early February.

In the introductory episode, Janik Ouimet, Director of the CAAPMCQ, Marie-Anne Genest-Roy, Advisor to the CAAPMCQ and host of the podcast, explain that this initiative “aims to raise awareness, through initiatives, of how certain people and certain organizations function.” and innovative approaches to do things differently, well and better! That even when resources are scarce, it is possible to improve services by thinking outside the box. Improving services is not just about complaints, but also about being inspired by good things and by people who have been able to make it better in their own way in other ways. »

The CAAPMCQ therefore met with stakeholders from the health and social services sector who take a different approach to improving services, always aiming to express an innovative and positive approach.

In this first episode, Dr. Antoine Groulx, scientific co-director, and Catherine Wilhelmy, patient partner co-director of the SSA Support Unit, their work within this organization, which strives for a health system that continuously improves through the mobilization and application of experience, scientific, clinical and organizational knowledge. They explain how you can contribute to a learning healthcare system, regardless of your experience and expertise.

Thereafter, one episode per week will be released by CAAPMCQ. To listen to the episodes, go to Spotify or Apple Podcasts by searching CAAPMCQ or Ensemble for better services. The podcast is also available on iHeartRadio and Amazon Music.

Remember that in addition to assisting with health and social care complaints for which it is recognized, the CAAPMCQ has developed leasing expertise in RPA over the last few years through its CAAP on lease program. Every experience, complaint and rental agreement is different and that is why it is important to be well informed and supported. Support can make a real difference in certain situations. All CAAP services are free. (SP)

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According to these benchmarks, the Snapdragon X Elite processor could be a concern for the Apple M3

Technology News / By Ashley Cornell, email: [email protected]

Performance numbers for the Snapdragon X Elite processor optimized for Windows 11 show that the Apple M3 chip may have some concerns. Qualcomm is catching up with its competitor.

Apple offers processors high performance with controlled energy consumption at the same time. The current M3s are also real racing monsters. No wonder Qualcommfamous for his Snapdragon, would also like to offer a chip of this type. The manufacturer approached us about this Microsoft to develop a powerful processor optimized for Windows 11: the Snapdragon X Elite. He promises a Record autonomy on laptops and of course betting on themartificial intelligence that would do it 100 times better than its competitors.

On the Geekbench benchmarks page we find results on a Qualcomm processor called ZH-WXXwhich happens to be that Snapdragon X Elite with number X1E80100. It is built into a computer with Windows 11 version 24H4 Insider Preview with 32GB RAM memory. The chip includes 12 cores in total8 on one side and 4 on the other, clocked with 4.01GHz By default. Performance is measured in Single processor and in Multi-core.

The performance of the Windows 11-optimized Snapdragon X Elite processor puts the Apple M3 to shame

At the time of publishing this article, there were 5 Snapdragon X Elite reviews on Geekbench. This is about the person who achieved the highest number of points. In the single-core area, i.e. for tasks that do not benefit from the presence of other cores, the Qualcomm processor prevails 2,574 points. So multi-core is the combined performance of all cores during a task that requires several of them 12,562 points. That's less than what we observed at the end of last year, but it was a test carried out under extremely optimized conditions, far from the reality of average users.

This means that the Snapdragon X Elite performs better than the Apple M1 and M2 chipswhich isn't surprising, but less than the Apple M3. On a 16-inch MacBook Pro the values are the latter 3,181 in single core And 15,620 in multicore. Qualcomm is not yet at the level of its competitor, but it is already very close. Especially since The test is carried out on a beta version of Windows 11, by definition more unstable and less well optimized than what is used by the majority of people. Therefore, real results should be available higher.

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Artificial intelligence in the spotlight at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona

Technology News / By Ashley Cornell, email: [email protected]

More than 100,000 people are expected to attend this event, which brings together 2,700 exhibitors from around the world by Thursday.

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This year the focus at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona is on AI and how it is changing society.

For example, a robot dog is able to interact with people, take photos and recognize voices.

China is strongly represented at MWC this year. Lenovo, one of the Chinese technology giants, notably presented a laptop with a transparent screen that combines AI and augmented reality, but it will not hit the market immediately.

Huawei, another Chinese giant that regularly attends the event, is targeting the European market, as shown by the construction of a factory in France.

“Construction is underway and will allow us to create a very strong and resilient supply chain in Europe for our customers,” said Tony Jin, Huawei’s vice president for the Europe region. “Europe is and remains the most important market.” Despite the pressures and challenges, the company continues to increase its investments in Europe.

More than 100,000 people are expected to attend this event, which brings together 2,700 exhibitors from around the world by Thursday. The big names include: Samsung, Nokia, Ericsson, Google, Apple and Microsoft.

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Samsung presents the Galaxy AI vision at MWC 2024 with the latest products and services – Samsung Newsroom Belgium

Technology News / By Ashley Cornell, email: [email protected]

Samsung is presenting the revolutionary possibilities of Galaxy AI at the Mobile World Congress 2024 in Barcelona[1]. At the Samsung booth, visitors can experience Galaxy AI in various Galaxy products, with the Galaxy S24 series being the highlight. The Galaxy Book4 series and the new Galaxy Ring will also be presented to the public for the first time.

“This year we are presenting our entire range at MWC. This shows how our innovations enable a better, smarter and more connected future,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung.

A new era of mobile AI

Samsung uses everyday scenarios to show how the AI capabilities of the Galaxy S24 series promote communication and creativity. With live translation[2]Thanks to the AI integrated into the device itself, it is possible to achieve real-time bi-directional translations during telephone conversations. Circle to search with Google[3] presents new ways of searching and discovering. With note assistant[4]Complex texts are simplified and organized. The possibilities of generative editing[5] It will also be featured on the stand, allowing users to more easily adjust the size of objects or people in photos for greater creative freedom.

Samsung has also created an area where visitors can experience the powerful camera performance of the Galaxy S24 series. The area is designed like a dimly lit concert hall where close-up photos can be taken of objects placed on the stage to demonstrate Nightography's capabilities. Thanks to the ProVisual Engine[6] Based on Galaxy AI, Nightography is now even more stable in low light.

These Galaxy AI features will soon be available on previous Galaxy models including the Galaxy Z Fold5, Z Flip5, Tab S9 and the Galaxy S23 series, including the S23 FE[7]. Visitors to the stand can discover the new functional Galaxy Book4 series, which will be launched worldwide from February 26th. Samsung uses connectivity features on Galaxy devices to show how users can increase their productivity more easily than ever, including easily transferring photos and videos between the Galaxy S24, Galaxy Book4 and Galaxy Tab S9.

AI-connected healthcare experiences

Samsung will also unveil its Smart Health offering at MWC, which provides users with personalized health experiences using AI. As part of this portfolio, the Galaxy Ring is introduced, a new tool that supports healthier living through the connected digital wellness platform Samsung Health.

Samsung is also introducing its new smart health services. My vitality value[8] Provides personal health insights based on factors such as sleep, activity, heart rate and heart rate variability. Booster card[9] improves health every day by tracking predefined goals and delivering actionable insights. Visitors can experience the benefits of these features on the Galaxy Watch 6 series alongside the Galaxy S24 before they become publicly available later this year.

With the SmartThings ecosystem, Samsung shows how the home can become a place for healthier living[10]. Connected lamps can automatically turn on and off for optimal sleep[11]. It is also easy to set reminders for taking medication. Also, users can track their workouts, measure their heart rate and calorie consumption while watching a fitness video on a smart TV.

The Samsung Galaxy Experience booth at MWC 2024 is located in Hall 3 of the Fira Barcelona Gran Via.

[1] Samsung makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the results provided by the AI. To use some Samsung AI features, Samsung account registration may be required.

[2] Live Translate requires a network connection and Samsung account registration. Live Translate is only available in the pre-installed Samsung phone app. Calls must be made using Samsung's native dialer. Some languages may require you to download a language pack. Service availability may vary depending on language. The accuracy of the results cannot be guaranteed.

[3] Results may vary depending on visual similarities. An internet connection is required. Users may need to update Android to the latest version. Product functionality may depend on the application and device settings. Some features may not be compatible with certain applications. Service availability varies by country and language. The accuracy of the results cannot be guaranteed. The update time may vary depending on the model.

[4] For text only in Samsung Notes (200,4000 characters); Samsung account login and internet connection are required.

[5] Generative Edit requires a network connection and Samsung account registration. Editing with Generative Edit results in a new photo of up to 12MP. When saved, a visible watermark is placed on the image to indicate that the image was created by AI. The accuracy and reliability of the output generated cannot be guaranteed.

[6] AI zoom is applied to distances between digital zoom lengths. The accuracy of the results cannot be guaranteed.

[7] Some AI features on the Galaxy S24 series may not be available on previous generation models.

[8] My Vitality Score will be available on Samsung Health in 2024. Availability may vary by market, provider or wearable device. The features are intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. The measurements are for your personal reference only. Consult a doctor for advice.

[9] The Booster Card will be available from Samsung Health in 2024. Availability may vary by market, provider or wearable device.

[10] Available on smart devices registered with SmartThings. Availability may vary by market or device.

[11] Requires the latest version of the Samsung Clock and SmartThings mobile apps to configure the sleep environment.

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Scientists have created artificial testicles in the laboratory!

Technology News / By Ashley Cornell, email: [email protected]

Artificial testes created in the laboratory make it possible to study organ development and associated diseases. They are intended to facilitate the possible production of sperm to combat infertility.

The testicle is responsible for sperm production and testosterone synthesis. However, abnormalities in the development and function of the testicle lead to disorders of sexual development and male sterility. Worldwide, approximately one in twelve men of childbearing age suffers from infertility problems. Models of artificial organs (organoids) resemble natural organs and enable the study of their development and associated diseases.

Infertility: Ultimately it comes down to penis size

Israeli researchers have managed to create tiny organs that resemble the tubular structures of a natural testicle. The results of the study will be published in the International Journal of Biological Sciences. The research team collected immature testicular cells from newborn mice. The cells were successfully grown in the laboratory for nine weeks, which is theoretically long enough to complete the process of sperm production and hormone secretion.

Hope for Male Infertility Treatment

Scientists don't yet know whether this model will actually produce sperm, but they have already noticed signs of the start of meiosemeiosis, a process in which gametes are produced. Researchers now hope to create testicular organoids from human samples to treat infertility. “The development of cancer in prepubescent boys, followed by chemotherapy, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, results in sterility in one in three boys,” they write. The goal is to cultivate these organoids from biopsies of children with cancer and produce fertile sperm.

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LIVE – MWC 2024: Follow all the news from the smartphone trade fair in Barcelona

Technology News / By Ashley Cornell, email: [email protected]

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Samsung's connected ring can be seen at the trade fair

MWC is not just about smartphones. The Galaxy Ring, the connected ring from the South Korean manufacturer, will be on display for the first time at the Samsung stand.

This connected object, announced in January during the manufacturer's Unpacked conference, could previously only be seen through images or videos. This is the first time the public can see what Samsung's ring will look like.

The Galaxy Ring – which may launch this summer – is intended to support chronically ill people. The brand's engineers hope to develop a non-invasive way to measure blood sugar levels in ring wearers. The technology to determine blood sugar levels without injection is expected to be integrated within the next five years.

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Artificial intelligence is finding its way into smartphones

Artificial intelligence has been an emerging technology for more than a year and is expected to shape most presentations at MWC 2024.

AI “is clearly undergoing democratization and is now embedded everywhere: in phones, in devices, in networks,” assures AFP Forrester analyst Thomas Husson.

If the technology had already reared its ugly head at the previous edition of the show, “we have a much better idea of how operators and the mobile industry can benefit from it,” says Peter Jarich, head of research at GSMA.

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The MWC 2024 opens its doors

Hello and welcome to this live broadcast dedicated to the first day of Mobile World Congress. The smartphone show takes place from Monday, February 26th to Thursday, February 29th.

The event, held every year at the Fira de Barcelona, welcomes phone and mobile device manufacturers from around the world every year.

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With the Pad 6S Pro, Xiaomi is moving into the upper class on the tablet side

Technology News / By Ashley Cornell, email: [email protected]

Xiaomi pulled out all the stops at the opening of the Mobile World Congress yesterday.

Xiaomi introduced a variety of new products, including the highly anticipated Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Ultra. However, the manufacturer has a nice surprise in store for us with a new tablet that we didn't expect so quickly. But the brand, which is already well present in the entry-level range, is flexing its muscles and now wants to take on the iPad Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9.

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A large 144Hz screen

We immediately understand: The Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro is a technologically even more advanced version of the very good Pad 6. And its strengths are clear on all levels, so it deserves the “Pro” rating.

First, there's that screen, which stretches to 12.4″ (compared to 11″ on the Xiaomi Pad 6). Note that it retains two features of the entry-level model: its 144Hz refresh rate and its IPS LCD character. However, Xiaomi promises significantly higher brightness here, reaching 900 nits thanks to HDR compatibility.

Xiaomi's high-end tablet is particularly thin (only 6.26 mm at 590 grams) and attracts film fans online because it promises calibration according to the CIE2015 color standard. There are also six speakers distributed on both sides of the tablet that support Dolby Atmos for spatial sound.

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Improved performance

It is impossible to market a “Pro” tablet without providing the technical means. Xiaomi is offering its Pad 6S Pro the best chip on the market last year, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 – seen above all in the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5. An impressive SoC that is suitable for both the most demanding games and heavy applications.

Despite the thinness of the tablet, the Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro has a 10,000mAh battery that charges at 120W (Xiaomi promises a full charge in 35 minutes).

We will also note in Xiaomi's presentation the availability of a keyboard and a stylus that will further improve the productive dimension of its product.

The Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro will come onto the market on April 6th starting at 699 euros (8+256 GB). Add €100 for the keyboard case and another €99 for the pen.

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Mobile payment: iPhone owners will soon be able to do without Apple Pay – February 26, 2024 at 8:00 a.m

Technology News / By Ashley Cornell, email: [email protected]

Do you own an Apple brand smartphone? Apple finally gave in to pressure from European institutions and soon it will be possible to pay with the iPhone without using Apple Pay.

Previously, iPhone owners could only pay with their mobile phone using Apple Pay. A closed system that has been the subject of criticism and pressure from European institutions for many years. Finally, Apple has decided to open iPhone mobile payments to third-party services starting with the next iOS update, scheduled for mid-March. There is still one uncertainty: the quality of the user experience.

The end of Apple Pay's monopoly on mobile payments with the iPhone

Do you have an iPhone and want to pay using your cell phone? The Apple brand only allows the use of the NFC chip, which enables mobile payments, for its in-house Apple Pay service. A situation of exclusivity that has long been criticized by European institutions without the Apple brand having taken it into account … until it announced that it would allow other payment services to use the NFC chip in iPhones.

This policy change follows in particular the new European Digital Markets Act (DMA), which was passed a year ago. The opening to third-party payment services is expected to take effect with the next update of the iPhone operating system iOS, which is scheduled for mid-March. Owners of these mobile phones can then also use mobile payment services other than Apple Pay.

This announcement is very positive for the affected third-party providers. In fact, they can use this opportunity to increase their user base. But above all, they will be able to save money by avoiding having to pay commissions for every payment made through Apple Pay. Digital wallets such as PayPal, Paylib and Lyf Pay will therefore be able to develop among iPhone owners.

Also read: Payment: What are the 3 most popular payment methods?

Apple maintains certain restrictions on the use of mobile payments

Even though Apple has decided to allow third-party providers to use the NFC chip in its mobile phones, the company has still not opened all authentication solutions to these services. To pay with Apple Pay, users simply need to double-click the home button on their phone and then identify themselves using facial authentication using Face ID or using digital Touch ID authentication.

However, according to Les Echos, Apple will not allow third-party mobile payment services to access biometric data such as facial and digital recognition. Ultimately, Martina Weimert, General Director of EPI and responsible for developing a pan-European and interbank-based instant payment solution, is not sure whether the change announced with the next iOS update will “completely open up the game.”

In fact, if Apple maintains these restrictions, there is a risk of forcing third-party applications to offer a more complicated and therefore inferior user experience compared to Apple Pay. To be able to make mobile payments, you must definitely unlock your smartphone, then open the banking application and finally enter a validation code. So many additional steps that may make the task longer and more tedious for users of services other than those offered by the Apple company itself.

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