We have already seen how clumsy computers can be when they try to speak like humans, but researchers at North Carolina State and Georgia Tech have developed a program that could make it easier to show them how it’s done. Their approach, described in a recent paper, allow developers to build natural language generation (NLG) systems two times faster than currently possible. NLG technology is used in a wide range of applications (including gaming centers and customer service), but production of these systems has traditionally required the developers to enter massive amounts of data, vocabulary and models – the rules that computers use to develop coherent sentences. The lead author, Karthik Narayan and his team, however, have created a program capable of learning to use these models on its own, which requires developers to input only the basic information on a topic of conversation. As he learns to speak, the software can also make suggestions on automatic information should be added to its database, based on the conversation at hand. Narayan and colleagues present their study artificial intelligence this year, and Interactive Digital Entertainment conference in October, but you can dig through it for yourself, from the link below.

We know there is not much point, but the people who ran Jacksons incalculable one of the devices webOS final deserve a chance to let off steam. And that’s exactly what we give them.

With less than a total of 180, it will not actually one second Veer to suggest changes, but we are always interested in hearing how to change the minimum webOS ship forever. Last May, we confessed to have experience less-than-exciting bantam with the handset, and while we doubt the company has sold a quantity of these shocking, there is no doubt that some of you are earning one now. If this is you, the comments are calling.

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They do not earn the highlights of the IFA 2011 Sony keynote , but it slips a few more pieces of home theater equipment that are more likely to end up in your living room as his wacky 3D headset . The SMP-N200 replaces the previous Netbox that began last year with a refreshed design and support for HD and 3D. Not surprisingly, this Blu-ray player (no Blu-ray) also supports DLNA throw of content, making it a natural style Apple TV tie-in for the S and P tablet tablet once that they launch. On the road, the VPL-VW95ES is a suitable replacement for last year’s VPL-VW90ES we will probably be more well known later this week at CEDIA. For 2011, it has been refreshed with 3D conversion capabilities, a 3D integrated transmitter to synchronize the glasses and the ability to set and store different positions lenses easily switch between 4:09 p.m. ET ultrawidescreen projection. Finally, the BDP-S185 Blu-ray was announced, with a compact size and power consumption that Sony claims is 47 percent less than models of the previous year as its most notable features. All should start shipping in October, no specific word on pricing yet.

from: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/04/haiers-transparent-organic-tv-eyes-on-video/:

What is the worst thing about TV? If you said opacity Boy Did we play your part. It is a 22-inch TV from the transparent organic folks at Haier (you know who have also shown that television out of control of the spirit of today). This is a flat screen with a metal bezel with a clear OLED at its center with a 1680 x 1050 resolution. Images appear strong enough on the screen, although the colors are not particularly popular.

And really, this thing is not likely to lead to any shows in the near future – Haier sees more as an advertising tool, showing its customers the images on both sides. The display in its demo was actually connected to a Windows PC, running video through a media player, making it is not too different from the 14-inch Samsung we saw at CES the last year.

Television is still in its infancy demo soon, so prices and availability are a ways off. Video after the break.

Altec Lansing is showing off a handful of updates to its line of audio gear this week at IFA in Berlin. At the top of the list is the newly revealed InAIR 5000, a tabletop speaker AirPlay heavy that the company is well positioned to take Bowers and Wilkins Zeppelin line (which recently received its own version of AirPlay ). As this system, the InAIR certainly offers a unique perspective on the aesthetic design with a tear. The company has opted not to install a dock on the Apple system 110 watts, as compatible devices can stream audio wirelessly to the thing via AirPlay.

The Classic iMT630 is, not surprisingly, a speaker dock more traditional. It is portable and lightweight and has a shelf mooring in front that can be returned with the push of a button. Open the stand on his back, and you will find a place to store away from the speaker. The remote is also magnetic, so you can stick to the front grille of the Classic (someone the company has clearly lost a lot of remote controls in their day). No word yet on pricing and availability for both speakers.

The company also presented his headphones Bliss, which are designed for the ear of a woman. What does that mean, exactly? Especially since their headphones are smaller, fitting more comfortably in the ear canals smaller. Altec Lansing assures us, however, they are still able to offer great sound, despite their size. And yes, they come in pink.

from: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/04/switched-on-the-accidental-handset-company-part-2/:

Each week Ross Rubin contributes Switched On , a column about consumer technology.

Last week Switched On discussed the property of Google why Motorola is likely to lead to major changes in the balance of power between the owners of Android. But Motorola also has significant interests in the market set-top. And, of course, there is the question of the rival Android Master License, Windows Mobile 7. In both cases, however, it is also unlikely to change significantly, enhancing the acquisition as a purely defensive move. Read on for more.

from: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/04/acer-w4-hands-on-video/:

Hey, it’s our old friend, the Acer W4. We have heard of the device and seen our share of models , and this week at IFA, we got to play with the thing. 3.6-inch handset is quite compact and relatively smooth looking with its black front and curved white media. It’s not particularly exciting on the spec side, with its Qualcomm processor running at 1 GHz. Nope, what is most exciting here is the inclusion of mango , which should look rather familiar to Windows Mobile 7 owners, while adding some welcome updates to the mixture.

According to Acer, the handset should be arriving some point next month, if the company is not offering much in terms of pricing. Learn hands on a video after the break.

Challenging Sony PlayStation 3D display, LG LW980T new Dual Play TV allows you Xbox users to see two different views on the same screen – ditching the view standard split games. Spotted this week at IFA, the technology requires a snazzy pair of all-right / left all the specs and a passive 3D Xbox compatible game to get two different perspectives on a 2D TV. Compared to Sony’s $ 499, 24-inch active shutter with the tubes of the liabilities of 47 inches and 55 inches are much larger and more expensive, rumored to retail for £ 1,799 (or $ 2,915) and £ 2499 (or $ 4,050), respectively. Sources said this feature will join LG range of 3D cinema displays in the course of September – games offering SmartTV LG and support of 3D film. Hey gamers, since we are not split over, is it safe to say that we can stay in a relationship on Facebook?