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Google Gemini can now describe the world around you
Google has launched a new feature called Guided Vision, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to provide real-time audio descriptions of anything you point your phone's camera at.
Amazon unveils new Kindle e-readers
Amazon has launched its next-generation Kindle e-readers, including the base model, Kindle Paperwhite, and Kindle Colorsoft.
Memory shortage could worsen through 2028: Micron CEO
Micron Technology, a leading supplier of DRAM and NAND memory chips, has warned of an impending worsening in the memory shortage.
California governor vetoes bill banning secret recordings with smart glasses
California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that sought to prevent secret recording with "pervert glasses" or wearable recording devices.
Google just put AI chips in space
In a groundbreaking experiment, Google has launched four of its artificial intelligence (AI) chips into space.
Microsoft's X account just got hacked
Microsoft has confirmed that its official account on X (formerly Twitter) was hacked.
ChatGPT can now show how clothes look on you
OpenAI has launched two new shopping features for its AI assistant, ChatGPT.
Apple's new CEO wants faster launches, leaner teams, more AI
John Ternus, Apple's new CEO, is said to be reimagining the tech giant's future.
'Super El Nino' could cost global economy $451 billion: Report
A report by Allianz Research has estimated that the "Super El Nino" phenomenon could lead to an estimated loss of $451 billion from the global economy in 2027.
WhatsApp Business messages get costlier in India from today
Meta has revised its pricing structure for the WhatsApp Business Platform, effective from October 1.
Samsung's Meta Ray-Ban rival launching in November: What to expect
Samsung is all set to join the smart glasses race with its new pair of AI-powered eyewear, dubbed Intelligent Eyewear. The device is expected to launch in November.
Google's screen-free Fitbit Air launched in India at ₹14,000
Google has launched its latest screen-free fitness tracker, the Fitbit Air, in India.
AI agents tried to hack Canadian government website
Artificial Intelligence (AI) research firm Transluce has revealed that AI agents attempted to breach a Canadian government website.
Chinese hackers impersonate ex-US official, targeting emails of AI experts
Cybersecurity firm Proofpoint has flagged a major cyber-espionage campaign by Chinese hackers.
SpaceXAI considers unified subscription plan for Grok and X
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) venture, SpaceXAI, is said to be mulling a major overhaul of its subscription model.
Google employees are unsure of Gemini 4 Argon's real-world performance
Google's latest AI model, Gemini 4 Argon, is facing internal skepticism over its performance in key areas like coding.
Huawei's new flagship raises the bar for Apple and Samsung
Huawei has launched its latest flagship smartphone, the Mate 90 Pro Max, in China.
Google is paying publishers for content used in AI search
Google has launched a pilot program to pay publishers for their contributions to its AI-powered search features, The Information reported.
WhatsApp brings parental controls for teen chats: How to enable
WhatsApp has announced the launch of new parental controls, aimed at giving guardians more oversight over their teens' online activities.
OpenAI, Synopsys partner to develop AI model for chip design
OpenAI has announced a strategic partnership with semiconductor engineering company Synopsys.
Tencent leases 100,000 AI chips from Oracle in $7B deal
Chinese tech giant Tencent has signed a major deal with US cloud provider Oracle.
Samsung finally lets its SmartTag work with iPhones
Samsung has announced its third-generation Bluetooth tracker, the Galaxy SmartTag 3.
Amazon's smart glasses could snap almost everything, sparking privacy concerns
Amazon is reportedly planning to equip its delivery drivers with smart glasses that will capture photos "almost constantly."
This $199 phone is specifically designed for kids
Freckle has launched a new phone, priced at $199, specifically designed for kids aged between seven and 13.
Meta denies Muse read private messages without consent
Meta has denied a claim that its AI assistant, Muse, accessed a user's private messages without their permission.
Eating less sugar could protect your gut during antibiotics
Cutting down on sugary foods during an antibiotic course could help preserve the diversity of your gut microbiome, a new research has suggested.
OpenAI says Moonshot tried to copy its AI models
OpenAI has accused Moonshot AI, a Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) lab, of running a large-scale distillation campaign to copy its AI models.
Instagram creators get new AI assistant
Meta has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) assistant, the Edits assistant, for its Instagram creators.
SpaceXAI's Grokipedia gets visual updates after resuming edits
SpaceXAI's Grokipedia, an AI-powered alternative to Wikipedia, has undergone some visual updates.
Massive data breach hits US military, exposing millions of records
The US government is warning millions of current and former military personnel that their personal information was compromised in a recent data breach.
Apple's HomePad launch set for October 13: What to expect
Apple is gearing up to launch its highly anticipated smart home hub, dubbed the HomePad, on October 13.
NASA Crew-13 launch today: When and where to watch live
NASA and SpaceX are gearing up for the launch of the Crew-13 astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
Reddit killing RSS feeds and limiting access to 'Old Reddit'
Reddit has announced its decision to discontinue support for RSS feeds, a move that has left many users disappointed.
Google unveils Gemini 4 Argon, its most advanced model yet
Google has unveiled Gemini 4 Argon, its most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) model to date.
Why OpenAI and Anthropic are facing FTC probe in US
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the US has launched a major investigation into leading artificial intelligence (AI) companies, including OpenAI and Anthropic.
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S12 series offers better performance, longer battery
Samsung has officially introduced its latest flagship Android tablets, the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S12 Plus.
Apple's iPhone Duo is facing production delays ahead of launch
Apple's first-ever foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, is facing production hurdles ahead of its October 23 launch.
Dyson reveals why its $500 AI toothbrush failed
Dyson has blamed a manufacturing defect for the troubled launch of its $499 CameraJet toothbrush.
Orionid meteor shower begins on October 2: How to watch
The Orionid meteor shower, one of the most popular celestial events of the year, is set to grace our skies from October 2 to November 7.
Meta launches Forum, a Reddit-like app for Facebook Groups
Meta has launched a new app called Forum, specifically designed for users of Facebook Groups.