Google has announced it is transitioning mobile users from Google Assistant to Gemini, an AI-powered upgrade designed to provide smarter assistance. Continue reading “Google Assistant on mobile is upgrading to Gemini”
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Google Play Games expands PC catalog, multi-account support and more
Google Play Games is growing its library by adding more PC games and improving the experience across both PC and mobile devices, the company announced. This update introduces new titles, exclusive rewards, and better gameplay options for players. Continue reading “Google Play Games expands PC catalog, multi-account support and more”
Gemini gets experimental personalization, connects search and more
Google on Thursday introduced “Gemini with personalization,” an innovative experimental feature designed to provide tailored responses by linking to users’ Google apps and services. Continue reading “Gemini gets experimental personalization, connects search and more”
Pocket Casts Web and Desktop apps go free
Popular podcast app Pocket Casts app for Android and iOS went free back in 2019. Now the web and desktop apps on Windows and Mac have finally gone free without the need for Pocket Casts Plus subscription. Continue reading “Pocket Casts Web and Desktop apps go free”
Telegram update brings enhanced privacy tools, Chromecast support, and more
Telegram has released a new update aimed at enhancing privacy, introducing new monetization tools, and improving user experience. The company said this update is designed to empower content creators and public figures while ensuring a safer and more practical platform for all users. Continue reading “Telegram update brings enhanced privacy tools, Chromecast support, and more”
Google expands AI Overviews with Gemini 2.0, adds experimental AI Mode to Labs
Google has introduced two major updates to improve its search experience: a Gemini 2.0 upgrade for AI Overviews and a new experimental feature called AI Mode. Continue reading “Google expands AI Overviews with Gemini 2.0, adds experimental AI Mode to Labs”
YouTube Premium Lite subscription starts rolling out
YouTube, as expected on Wednesday, announced the expansion of its Premium Lite pilot to users in the United States. Continue reading “YouTube Premium Lite subscription starts rolling out”
Google Pixel Feature Drop: Scam protection, Live location sharing, Gemini Live updates and more
Google on Tuesday introduced four new Android features to keep users connected and simplify daily life. Alongside these updates, the March Pixel Drop rolls out fresh tools for Pixel devices, enhancing functionality and safety. Continue reading “Google Pixel Feature Drop: Scam protection, Live location sharing, Gemini Live updates and more”
Google Play gets improved widget search, badges and more
Google Play is changing how users find apps with widgets, adding tools to simplify discovery, the company announced. These updates aim to connect users with apps more easily. Continue reading “Google Play gets improved widget search, badges and more”
Skype is shutting down in May in favor of Microsoft Teams
Microsoft is finally shutting down Skype, the voice and video communication app acquired in 2011. The service will remain online until May 5, and users are encouraged to switch to Teams for consumer applications.
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OpenAI unveils GPT-4.5 next-gen natural chat model
OpenAI on Thursday introduced GPT-4.5, its latest and most advanced chat model, now available as a research preview. The company described GPT-4.5 as a significant step forward in scaling unsupervised learning, enabling the model to recognize patterns, draw connections, and generate creative insights more effectively than its predecessors. Continue reading “OpenAI unveils GPT-4.5 next-gen natural chat model”
Google Translate to get AI-powered follow-up feature soon
Google is working on a new AI-powered feature for Google Translate that allows users to interact with translations and gain deeper insights. Continue reading “Google Translate to get AI-powered follow-up feature soon”
Microsoft Copilot now offers unlimited free access to Voice and Think Deeper for all users
Microsoft on Tuesday announced the rollout of new AI-powered features for all Copilot users, offering free, unlimited access to Voice and Think Deeper, powered by OpenAI’s o1 model. Continue reading “Microsoft Copilot now offers unlimited free access to Voice and Think Deeper for all users”
Adobe Photoshop app finally arrives on iPhone
Adobe has introduced the mobile version of its popular photo editing and design tool, Photoshop. The app is currently available for iPhone users. While this isn’t directly a mobile version of the desktop software, Adobe states that it is designed to empower mobile-first creators who may be just getting started.
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Google could replace SMS authentication with QR codes for Gmail: Report
Google is set to replace SMS-based authentication for Gmail with QR codes, a move aimed at enhancing security and combating global SMS abuse. This change, revealed in a report by Forbes’ Davey Winder, follows discussions with Google insiders. Continue reading “Google could replace SMS authentication with QR codes for Gmail: Report”