Apple's Safari browser got a new AI makeover - and it may even let you escape ads
Apple is incorporating AI features into Safari, potentially including AI summaries, browser assistants, and ad-blocking capabilities powered directly from the device. [ more ]
Apple's Safari Browser May Let You Erase Ads Completely With New AI Makeover
Apple is considering adding AI features like summaries, browser assistants, and ad blocking to Safari 18, potentially powered by the device itself rather than the cloud. [ more ]
Google launches 499 Pixel 8a smartphone, packed with AI tools
The Pixel 8a is hailed by Google as 'The Google AI phone at an unbeatable value' with impressive AI features like Best Take and Audio Magic Eraser. [ more ]
Google's Pixel 8A is a midrange phone that might actually go the distance
The Pixel 8A offers enhanced display features, powerful AI capabilities, and an impressive seven-year software support which is unusual for a mid-range phone. [ more ]
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra gets first big discount in Amazon Spring Sale
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra SIM-free with 256GB storage is available for $1,134.99 on Amazon, saving $165.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is praised for its camera capabilities and AI features, hinting at future innovations like the Galaxy smart ring. [ more ]
Android's February feature drop adds 9 new nifty features
Google introduces new Android updates with AI features like summarizing messages, image descriptions, and chatbot integration.
Enhancements include Google Docs markup, Spotify casting controls, Fitbit app integrations, and Wear OS improvements for Wallet and Google Maps. [ more ]
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Google may introduce AI features behind a paywall, signaling a shift in its business model and potential reshaping of the company's framework. [ more ]
Motorola X50 Ultra photos and specs shared by TENAA
Motorola X50 Ultra, a Chinese variant of Edge 50 Ultra, awaits launch with AI features, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, 4500mAh battery, and up to 18GB RAM & 1TB storage. [ more ]
Meta's Ray-Ban Smart Shades Get a Fresh Blast of AI
Meta's new smart glasses feature enhanced AI capabilities, including Meta AI with Vision and video calling, blending style with functionality. [ more ]
Microsoft updates Windows 11 with improved Copilot, Widgets, and more
New update to Windows 11 includes improvements like Copilot enhancements, Generative Erase in Photos, Voice Shortcuts, improved Snap layouts, and updated Widgets system. [ more ]
The Samsung Galaxy S23 series will get AI features in late March
Samsung will extend Galaxy AI features to older phone models like the S23 series and recent foldables/tablets in March via the One UI 6.1 update.
One UI 6.1 update brings AI features like live translation, generative photo/video editing, and Google's Circle to Search to older devices, with potential costs after 2025. [ more ]
Kapwing is a web-based video editing tool with AI features that make it easy to convert long videos into short, shareable clips.
The Repurpose Studio feature in Kapwing uses AI to analyze the transcript of a video recording and suggests several clips that can be previewed and selected for export. [ more ]
The AI features on Galaxy S24 phones in China are powered by Baidu, not Google
Samsung is making efforts to regain lost market share in China by focusing on products that fit the Chinese market.
Samsung's new AI features on the Galaxy S24 series in China are powered by Baidu's model called 'Ernie'. The features include translation, summarization, and generation functions. [ more ]
Samsung says its Galaxy S24 marks the beginning of an AI-first era of mobile
Samsung unveils new line of Galaxy smartphones with AI features including on-device translation and generative AI capabilities.
The most notable new feature is 'Circle to Search' which allows users to search Google for more information from within any app by simply circling it on their screen. [ more ]
Samsung's Galaxy S24 lineup puts generative AI front and center
Samsung has unveiled its AI-powered Galaxy S24 devices which focus on features like live translations and image editing.
The devices will have an AI system called Galaxy AI that supports communication-focused functions, on-device processing for AI features, and AI-powered search capabilities. [ more ]
Lenovo came up with an ingenious way to duck out of video calls
Lenovo showcased a feature that allows users to record a three-second video loop of themselves to stealthily step out of video meetings.
The feature is accessed through Lenovo's AI Now sidebar menu in Windows, which can launch features and adjust system settings in response to natural language. [ more ]