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Samsung’s Galaxy AI heads to mid-range A-series, but with a twist
Samsung's AI assistant, Galaxy AI, is expanding its reach beyond the premium Galaxy S series. According to SamMobile, the tech giant is bringing this intelligent feature to select mid-range Galaxy…
HOOTI’s AI-powered pillow promises a silent night’s sleep by automatically adjusting to stop snoring
HOOTI, a company specializing in sleep technology, has developed an AI-powered pillow designed to combat snoring.The pillow, which resembles a standard memory foam pillow, utilizes a vibration detection system and bone conduction technology to…
Apple introduces “Distraction Control” feature for Safari in latest betas
Apple has quietly released a new feature called "Distraction Control" in the latest developer betas for iOS 18, iPadOS 18,and macOS Sequoia. This feature aims to enhance browsing experience by eliminating distracting…
WhatsApp enhances group chats with convenient event-planning feature
WhatsApp is rolling out its convenient event-planning feature to all group chats in the near future. Initially introduced for Communities in May, this feature streamlines the process of organizing gatherings directly within…
Huawei nova Flip: where fashion meets technology in a foldable phone
Huawei has introduced the nova Flip, a stylish and compact foldable phone that expands the popular nova series into the foldable market. With its bold color options and sleek design,…
Apple Watch SE 3: could it be the iPhone replacement for kids?
Rumors are swirling that Apple's upcoming Apple Watch SE 3 might be targeted towards young kids as a potential smartphone alternative. The smartwatch is expected to sport a more durable, cost-effective plastic…
OpenAI develops text watermarking tool to combat ChatGPT misuse
OpenAI has developed a tool that could potentially expose cheating students by detecting AI-generated text, but the company is hesitant to release it publicly. The text watermarking tool, which boasts a high degree…
Google Lens levels up: now you can talk to your images
Google Lens just got a whole lot smarter! Forget just snapping pictures and hoping for the best - now you can talk to your images and refine your search results with voice context. It's…
Apple Intelligence: the future is AI, but it’s coming in stages says Apple CEO
Apple CEO Tim Cook recently confirmed that the much-anticipated Apple Intelligence features will be released in stages, starting with a developer beta for iOS 18.1. While this initial release will introduce…
Made by Google event: Here’s what to expect on August 13th
The tech world is buzzing with anticipation as Google's annual hardware event, Made by Google, approaches. While the company typically hosts this spectacle in October, this year they're shaking things up with a summer…
Threads hits 200 million users, solidifying its position as an X rival
Meta's Threads, the text-focused social network designed as an alternative to X, has officially surpassed the 200 million active user mark. This significant milestone was announced by Instagram head Adam Mosseri on Threads…
ASUS unleashes new AI-powered laptops with AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 Processor
ASUS has announced the launch of three new laptops under its Hero lineup: the ProArt Studiobook P16, Zenbook S 16, and ROG Zephyrus G16. These cutting-edge machines are powered by the AMD Ryzen AI…
Google’s “School Time” is coming to more Android devices
Google is expanding its "School Time" feature to help parents manage their children's screen time during school hours or other designated periods. Using the Family Link app, parents can now set specific…
Apple Q3 2024: record revenues, iPhone sales down, focus on AI and services
Apple reported impressive third-quarter earnings, posting a record $85.8 billion in revenue, marking a 5 percent growth year over year. However, beneath the surface, there were concerns about iPhone sales and revenue in the competitive…
Acer’s Swift laptops to harness the power of AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processors
Acer has announced that their sleek and lightweight Swift laptops are set to receive a major upgrade with the integration of AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors, starting in Q3 2024. These…
Samsung makes an early move: Galaxy S25 confirmed, camera and AI upgrades hinted
Buckle up, tech enthusiasts, because Samsung is already gearing up for its next flagship smartphone. In a surprising move,the company has confirmed the existence of the Galaxy S25 series during a recent earnings…
Google supercharges Chrome with AI-powered search upgrades
Google has unveiled a trio of AI-powered features for its Chrome browser, aiming to enhance visual searches, product comparisons, and history exploration. These updates, fueled by Google's latest AI and Gemini models, will be available to…
Leaked images hint at sleek black titanium finish for iPhone 16 Pro Max
A new leak has surfaced online, offering a potential glimpse into the color options for the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro Max.The images, shared by renowned Apple leaker Sonny Dickson, showcase dummy units in…