For a brief moment in early 2022, it felt as if humanity had finally learned to collaborate with one of the planet’s sharpest non-human minds.A tiny Swedish startup called Corvid Cleaning AB suggested a scheme so irresistibly clever that it launched a thousand headlines: teach wild crows to pick up cigarette butts, reward them with food, and watch as nature’s most mischievous problem-solvers outsmart our waste problem. It sounded like... Read more ›
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Adobe has expanded its ecosystem of AI-powered creative tools by integrating Google’s Gemini 3 (Nano Banana Pro) into Adobe Firefly and Photoshop. Announced on June 20, the update aligns with the company’s broader strategy of embedding multiple advanced AI models directly into its creative software, allowing users to develop and refine ideas without leaving Adobe’s environment.The integration reflects the growing trend among creative professionals to work with several AI models... Read more ›
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WhatsApp has begun testing multi-account support on the iPhone, making the feature available to users participating in the app’s beta program. This development appears in a fully functional form, suggesting that an official release could happen soon. Until now, iPhone users who needed to operate multiple WhatsApp accounts often relied on WhatsApp Business or workarounds; the new feature removes this requirement by integrating account switching directly into the main app.The... Read more ›
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Huawei has introduced the MatePad Edge, a new tablet designed to act as both a traditional tablet and a full PC, aiming to deliver professional-level productivity in a flexible format. The device was showcased during a technical communication session, where Huawei highlighted its most distinctive feature: the ability to switch between “tablet mode” and “PC mode” using a single gesture.The MatePad Edge’s main innovation is a four-finger horizontal swipe gesture... Read more ›
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Google has introduced Nano Banana Pro, a new image-generation model released as part of the broader Gemini 3 Pro update. Announced on Thursday (20), the model focuses on producing images with greater detail and improving the accuracy and variety of text generated within images. This includes support for more diverse fonts, styles, and languages, enabling the system to create complex visuals such as diagrams and infographics with higher precision.According to... Read more ›
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Apple is preparing a significant change to the iPhone’s voice assistant options with iOS 26.2, but the feature will be limited to users in Japan. In the third beta of iOS 26.2, developers found new code indicating that Apple is working on allowing the Side Button—normally used to activate Siri—to instead trigger a third-party voice assistant. These references appear in Apple’s private Siri frameworks and mention actions such as “Press... Read more ›
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Apple’s AirPods, traditionally known for offering full functionality only within the Apple ecosystem, can now provide many of their best features on Android and Linux devices through a free third-party app called LibrePods. Developed by Kavish Devar, the app enables non-Apple users to access advanced AirPods capabilities that were previously locked behind Apple’s operating systems.LibrePods works by reverse engineering Apple’s proprietary communication protocols. This allows the app to mimic the... Read more ›
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Google has announced a major step toward cross-platform compatibility: Android and iPhone devices are now able to transfer photos, videos, and files natively using Quick Share and AirDrop. This update allows both systems to communicate directly, marking the first time that AirDrop — an Apple-exclusive feature — can exchange data seamlessly with Android’s native sharing tool. The change responds to long-standing user requests from both platforms and represents a significant... Read more ›
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OpenAI has introduced a new feature called ChatGPT Group Chats, enabling up to 20 participants to collaborate with the AI assistant in a shared conversation. This marks a shift from the traditional one-to-one interaction with ChatGPT, expanding its role into group coordination, planning, and brainstorming scenarios. The goal is to make ChatGPT function as a useful, context-aware participant rather than a passive tool.Group chats allow users to gather friends, family,... Read more ›
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WhatsApp is currently testing a new feature designed to make conversations more efficient by suggesting stickers while users type messages. The feature aims to streamline the process of finding and sending stickers, eliminating the need to manually open the sticker keyboard.When a user begins typing, recommended stickers appear next to the emoji suggestions at the top of the keyboard. Tapping one of these suggestions automatically sends the sticker to the... Read more ›
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The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has agreed to open a new proceeding to determine whether recently updated Apple Watch models should face another import ban. The review centers on allegations that Apple’s redesigned watches continue to infringe patents owned by Masimo, a company specializing in medical-monitoring technology.The ITC’s decision follows an earlier import ban issued in 2023, which restricted the sale of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra... Read more ›
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LG Display announced that two of its latest automotive display innovations have received CES 2026 Innovation Awards from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). The recognized technologies—Dual View OLED and Under Display Camera-infrared (UDC-IR) OLED—were honored in the In-Vehicle Entertainment category, highlighting LG Display’s continued leadership in next-generation automotive display solutions.Dual View OLED is presented as the world’s first display capable of showing different content depending on. Read more ›
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Google is preparing one of the most significant updates to Android’s mobile gaming capabilities in years, aiming to improve how games are played on smartphones. With the upcoming Android 17 (Cinnamon Bun) release, the company plans to introduce native system-level button remapping, bringing the mobile gaming experience closer to that of dedicated handheld devices such as the Nintendo Switch, ASUS ROG Ally, and other Android-based gaming hardware.Currently, Android can detect... Read more ›
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A recent breakthrough in battery technology suggests that body heat could one day replace traditional chargers for smartwatches and other wearables. Researchers from a university in South Korea, led by Professor Jang Sung-yeon, have developed a new ionic thermoelectric material capable of generating energy from the temperature difference between human skin and the surrounding environment. This material, produced in the form of a thin, flexible film, shows strong potential for... Read more ›
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What if your brain could write its own captions, quietly, automatically, without a single muscle moving?That is the provocative promise behind “mind-captioning,” a new technique from Tomoyasu Horikawa at NTT Communication Science Laboratories in Japan (published paper). It is not telepathy, not science fiction, and definitely not ready to decode your inner monologue, but the underlying idea is so bold that it instantly reframes what non-invasive neurotech might become.At the... Read more ›
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Valve has surprised the gaming community by announcing the return of the Steam Machine and unveiling a completely redesigned Steam Controller, signaling its ambition to take on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Building on the success of the Steam Deck, the company aims to merge the flexibility of PC gaming with the streamlined experience of a console.Steam Machine makes a comebackOriginally introduced in 2014, the first Steam Machine... Read more ›
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According to a recent Bloomberg report, Tesla may soon introduce Apple CarPlay support in its vehicles, marking a major shift from the company’s long-standing stance against third-party infotainment systems. The electric car manufacturer has reportedly begun internal testing of the feature, signaling a potential move to meet consumer demand and strengthen its market position.Historically, Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk has resisted integrating CarPlay, preferring the company’s proprietary infotainment platform. Tesl Read more ›
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Motorola has introduced two new smartphones—the moto g (2026) and moto g play (2026)—expanding its value-tier lineup with devices that combine modern performance, strong camera systems, and 5G connectivity at accessible prices. Both models emphasize the brand’s goal of delivering premium features to budget-conscious consumers.The moto g (2026) focuses on high performance and versatility. It features a 6.7-inch display with 1000 nits peak brightness and a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring... Read more ›
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OpenAI has officially launched GPT-5.1, the latest version of its large language model, introducing significant advancements in intelligence, adaptability, and conversational quality. The update emphasizes a more natural, warm, and flexible dialogue experience, alongside improved reasoning capabilities and customization options for users.The new model is divided into two primary submodels — GPT-5.1 Instant and GPT-5.1 Thinking — each optimized for different use cases. GPT-5.1 Instant focuses on delivering f Read more ›
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When you compare the OnePlus 15 and the OnePlus 13, you are looking at two consecutive flagship generations built on very different priorities. OnePlus did not simply iterate on the 13. Instead, the 15 introduces a new design language, a major shift in performance architecture, and a noticeable change in how the company approaches mobile photography. Some upgrades are substantial. Others move sideways. A few even step back. For anyone... Read more ›
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