TechLinked RTX 5090s borked, Tariffs paused, Deep Research + more!
Feb 4, 2025
Frustration brews as RTX 5090 users face driver issues, sparking discussions on potential fixes. Recent U.S.-Canada tariff changes raise eyebrows amidst tech import debates. Meanwhile, OpenAI unveils an innovative deep research feature, while a YouTuber's wild 3D printer tattoo experiments captivate tech enthusiasts. On a lighter note, a drone incident highlights the safety challenges in tech. Lastly, battery woes for the Pixel 4a reveal the quirks of firmware updates.
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RTX 5090 Launch Issues
- The RTX 5090, launched last week, is reportedly being rendered useless by a driver update.
- Some users fixed the issue by changing PCIe settings, while others report the RTX 4090 cable melting issue, though this was user error.
Trade Tariff Retaliation
- The Trump administration imposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China.
- Canada retaliated with tariffs on US electric vehicles and other measures, but these were delayed after negotiations.
AI Deep Research
- OpenAI and Google have both released "deep research" features for their respective AI models.
- OpenAI's version uses the O3 reasoning model and achieved the highest score on an AI benchmark called "humanity's last exam."