All posts tagged: Input

which HDMI input to use and when

which HDMI input to use and when

Published by skeptic

HDMI is the closest thing we have to a universal video connector in 2026 — it’s used to connect TVs and A/V receivers to various input sources and output devices. However, if you’re only using the HDMI ports on your TV or A/V receiver, you might be missing out. Home theater equipment features a collection of digital and analog inputs and outputs all tailored to specific use cases. HDMI might be the best connection protocol for one kind of device, but it could be poorly suited for another. Unfortunately, many user manuals for TVs or receivers lack the proper guidance about which ports and connection protocols to use for each situation. They might name and identify the ports on the back of your gear, but they probably won’t tell you how to use them. I recently upgraded from a basic audio amplifier and receiver to the Dolby Atmos-compatible JBL MA710, and I’ve been diving into all its ports and features. These are the seven ports and connector types you’ll find on many TVs and receivers, …

FIA hails ‘invaluable input’ from drivers ahead of F1 rules meeting

FIA hails ‘invaluable input’ from drivers ahead of F1 rules meeting

Published by Sam Flores

LONDON, April 19 : Formula One’s governing body has hailed drivers for their ‘invaluable’ input ahead of a teams meeting on Monday that will put forward proposed rule changes to improve racing. The sport has undergone the biggest change in decades on the chassis and engine with new power units that are split roughly 50-50 between electric and combustion power. Drivers have, however, complained about the impact on racing and raised safety concerns from having to ease off the throttle early and coast into high-speed corners so the combustion engine can recharge the battery. International Automobile Federation (FIA) president Mohammed Ben Sulayem said on social media on Sunday that there had been “constructive and collaborative discussion” between the governing body and drivers ahead of the meeting with team principals and F1 stakeholders. “The drivers have provided invaluable input on adjustments which they feel should be made, particularly in the areas of energy management to ensure safe, fair and competitive racing.” Ben Sulayem said a series of meetings had also been held with technical representatives of teams …

Your TV is adding over 50ms of input lag unless you’ve enabled this one setting

Your TV is adding over 50ms of input lag unless you’ve enabled this one setting

Published by skeptic

With modern TVs, it can be all too easy to lose yourself in a sea of distracting settings menus. Dynamic contrast levels, expression enhancers, tone mapping, true motion, MPEG noise reduction; we’ve come a long way from the days when all you really had to worry about on a CRT set was adjusting brightness levels. While many of these settings will only subtly tweak how your favorite movies or shows look, one option many of you should definitely have enabled is game mode. If your TV offers such a preset and you regularly play PS5, PC, or Nintendo Switch 2 games, enabling this console-friendly option can massively reduce latency, making your favorite titles feel a good deal more responsive. If you’re not using your TV’s game mode either due to confusion around what it does, or you simply forgot to toggle it on, let me run you through why reducing screen latency is a big deal for gamers. What is screen latency? Explaining input lag Credit: MakeUseOf Input latency is measured in milliseconds, and it can …

Consciousness may be more than the brain’s output — it may be an input, too

Consciousness may be more than the brain’s output — it may be an input, too

Published by Jenni Sidey

From a scientific perspective, studying consciousness is a bit like trying to describe the singularity inside a black hole from the window of a spacecraft in its gravitational orbit. We can see how the black hole warps and contorts the space around it: Superheated dust and gas spiral inward; radiation and strange gravitational waves emanate outward.  But from this outside view, observing the singularity inside the black hole is impossible. The event horizon blocks all attempts. Similarly, as outside observers, we cannot directly access the conscious experiences of other beings. When we focus our third-person scientific tools on the places we suspect our mental lives to reside — namely, our brains (and bodies, more generally) — all we see is the stuff of physical reality: electrical activity, neurochemicals, and bodily tissues. No feelings, no emotions, no love. Our own inner cosmos of intentions, beliefs, and dreams is knowable only to ourselves.  Modern science tends to see consciousness as arising from neural activity, like ghostly software conjured through the brain’s material hardware. A radical new theory …

Wiim Amp Ultra Review: A Fantastic Streaming Amp With TV Input

Wiim Amp Ultra Review: A Fantastic Streaming Amp With TV Input

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The Wiim Amp Ultra aims to fix this issue, catering to those after a bit more than just worry-free performance at a very nice price. On that front it proved an immediate success, providing noticeably cleaner, more expansive stereo sound than the Amp Pro I’ve had at the center of my living room for the past few months. The sound isn’t perfect, and it leaves out some features I’d expect at this price (like AirPlay and a dedicated phono input), but it easily won my heart anyway. The Wiim Amp Ultra showed off a lovely mix of performance, design, and quality over multiple weeks on my TV stand. Swift Setup Getting going with the Amp Ultras is about as slick as it gets. Opening the box reveals two boxes of cables, a hearty rechargeable voice remote, and a cold aluminum cube with an obsidian glass front. It looks like a Mac Mini on steroids. For those new to amplifiers, you’ll need to grab some speaker wire, but otherwise, Wiim includes all your accessories, including four …

DeepSeek V4 Adds Native Multimodal Input and 1M Token Context Window

DeepSeek V4 Adds Native Multimodal Input and 1M Token Context Window

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The release of DeepSeek V4 introduces notable advancements in AI capabilities, emphasizing scalability and efficiency. One key feature is the 1 million token context window, which allows the system to process large datasets, such as full research papers or extensive codebases, without the need for segmentation. According to Universe of AI, this enhancement supports more comprehensive and faster analysis, making it particularly useful for professionals managing complex data workflows. Additionally, the integration of Nvidia’s Blackwell SM100 architecture improves computational performance while addressing energy efficiency concerns. You’ll learn how DeepSeek V4’s native multimodal integration supports the simultaneous processing of text, images and other data types, streamlining diverse tasks within a single system. The guide also examines how these updates impact sectors like healthcare, education and finance, offering practical examples of their application. Finally, it explores the ethical considerations surrounding these developments, providing a balanced view of the challenges and opportunities in AI deployment. DeepSeek V4 Highlights TL;DR Key Takeaways : DeepSeek V4 introduces new features, including a 1 million token context window, native multimodal integration and …