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Google expands Gboard AI writing tools to all Android users, revamps Quick Share with new interface
Google has expanded Gboard’s AI-powered writing tools to all Android users and redesigned Quick Share with a new interface, tabs for sending and receiving files, and progress indicators. Additional updates include browsable Emoji Kitchen stickers and Bluetooth audio sharing.
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Apple may power upgraded Siri with Google Gemini AI
Apple may integrate Google Gemini AI into its 2026 Siri update, enhancing web search, summarisation and personalisation features. The upgrade could also extend to Spotlight and Safari, offering a more intelligent and versatile assistant.
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Your digital world may depend on one tired coder in Moscow, here's why
Key global systems, including those used by the US military, rely on open-source tools often maintained by a single unpaid developer, raising questions about security and oversight.
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Sony PlayStation Plus September 2025 line-up brings Psychonauts 2, Stardew Valley and Viewfinder
Sony’s September PlayStation Plus line-up adds Psychonauts 2, Stardew Valley and Viewfinder, with the outgoing August games available until 1 September.
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Mobile launches in September 2025: iPhone 17 Pro Max, Oppo F31 Pro 5G, Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and more
September could see three major smartphone launches, with Apple revealing the iPhone 17 series, Oppo launching the F31 line in India, and Samsung unveiling the Galaxy S25 FE.
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‘Godfather of AI’ warns machines already surpass humans at emotional manipulation
Geoffrey Hinton, the “Godfather of AI,” has warned that advanced AI systems are already better than humans at emotional manipulation. He cited research showing AI can outperform people in influencing others, adding to growing concerns over the risks posed by the technology.
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Japanese town asks residents to cap smartphone use at two hours a day, sparks backlash
Toyoake in Japan has proposed a two-hour daily smartphone limit for all residents to tackle health and behavioural issues. The non-binding plan has faced widespread backlash, with many criticising it as unrealistic.
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Google Photos on iOS now lets you create instant cutout stickers
Google Photos has launched a new cutout tool on iOS that lets users create instant stickers from photos. The feature is simple, fast, and intuitive, though Android users still need to wait.
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Dolby Vision 2 brings AI-powered enhancements and ‘authentic motion’ to next-gen TVs
Dolby Vision 2 has been announced as the next evolution of HDR, introducing AI-powered Content Intelligence, improved tone mapping, and a new Authentic Motion tool designed to preserve cinematic quality.
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Amazon debuts Lens Live, an AI-powered tool for real-world shopping
Amazon has introduced Lens Live, a real-time AI-powered shopping feature on iOS that allows customers to find and buy products by pointing their phone camera at real-world items. Integrated with Rufus, it offers instant insights, research tools, and seamless shopping.
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Vintage Macintosh programming books resurfaces online
A newly digitised library of more than 150 vintage Macintosh programming books, dating back to 1983, is now available online. It includes titles such as Apple’s ‘Inside Macintosh X Ref’ and Dan Shafer’s ‘Artificial Intelligence Programming on the Macintosh.’
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From college dropout to the youngest self-made billionaire: Lucy Guo, co-founder of Scale AI, reveals her unconventional journey
Her story underscores the tension between traditional expectations and the risk-taking mindset common among Silicon Valley entrepreneurs. Despite her parents’ initial disappointment, Guo’s decision to drop out of Carnegie Mellon and back herself has paid off, establishing her as one of the youngest billionaires in the world.
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Apple’s FastVLM video captioning model now runs directly in your browser
Apple’s FastVLM video captioning model can now be tested in-browser via Hugging Face. The lighter 0.5B version runs locally, processes video in real time, and highlights Apple’s push for fast, private, on-device AI.
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Apple risks losing 30% of iPhone users to foldable Galaxy and Pixel phones: Report
If a foldable iPhone is delayed until next year, 20.1% of respondents say they would consider switching to a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold or Flip, while 10.2% would move to a Pixel foldable.
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China enforces mandatory labels for AI-generated content across social media platforms
China’s biggest social platforms — from WeChat to Douyin — have begun adding mandatory labels to AI-generated posts, part of a sweeping law that took effect this week. The move is aimed at curbing misinformation and increasing transparency as generative AI floods digital spaces.
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Samsung expands One UI 8 beta to more Galaxy phones ahead of stable Android 16 rollout
The One UI 8 beta initially launched with the Galaxy S25 series and extended to additional devices last month. While Samsung has confirmed that stable updates for some models will begin this month, beta updates are set to continue for a while longer.
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Apple pushes suppliers to adopt robotics for manufacturing
The move is reportedly aimed at reducing dependence on human labour, ensuring consistent product quality across facilities, and lowering long-term production costs amid efforts to diversify manufacturing beyond China.
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Sony PlayStation: Why you won’t see ABXY buttons in game controllers…
Unlike most controllers that use ABXY buttons, PlayStation opted for X, circle, square, and triangle to create memorable, meaningful, and distinct controls. Original designer Taiyo Goto’s choices, supported by Sony president Norio Ohga, have endured across decades of PlayStation consoles.
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Mark Zuckerberg’s 80% rule: How leaving space on your calendar can boost productivity and prevent burnout
Leaving 20% of your calendar open, as Mark Zuckerberg does, can boost creativity, reduce stress, and improve productivity.
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Battlefield 6 drops ray tracing to boost performance for more players
Battlefield 6 will launch without ray tracing to ensure smooth performance across PCs and consoles, prioritising accessibility over advanced graphics. Beta testers report strong visuals and gameplay despite the omission.
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Halo X: AI smart glasses that record everything and promise “infinite memory”
Halo X smart glasses aim to enhance memory and intelligence by recording and analysing conversations in real time.
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eSIM scam in India: How criminals hijack numbers and steal money; follow these tips to protect yourself
Criminals in India are hijacking eSIMs to steal money in minutes. Users should be cautious of fake links, protect OTPs, and treat any SIM swap request with scepticism.
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Nvidia says two unnamed customers made up 39% of Q2 revenue
Nvidia says two unnamed customers accounted for 39% of its Q2 revenue. Analysts warn of risks but highlight that strong spending from cash-rich buyers will likely continue.
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ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude struggle with suicide questions, reveals study
A RAND Corporation study published in Psychiatric Services has found ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude inconsistent in handling suicide-related questions. While the highest-risk prompts were generally refused, inconsistencies in less direct queries raise safety concerns.
