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#android-pc-convergence

Privacy professionals

Microsoft's own ToS calls Copilot 'entertainment only' amid adoption slump

Tech industry

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

12 hours ago

The MacBook Neo is the best thing to happen to Windows in years

Microsoft consistently enhances Windows in response to competitive threats, particularly from Apple.

Privacy professionals

Intellectual property law

Microsoft's own ToS calls Copilot 'entertainment only' amid adoption slump

Microsoft's Copilot is marketed as an essential AI tool, but its Terms of Use label it as 'for entertainment purposes only'.

Samsung expands One UI 8.5 beta program to the Galaxy S23, Fold5, Flip5, and A36

Samsung is expanding the One UI 8.5 beta program to more devices including Galaxy S23 series, Z Fold5, Z Flip5, and A36.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

11 hours ago

Your AI Is Saving You Time: So What?

AI's integration into patent work has shifted from skepticism to acceptance, prompting a need to measure its true value beyond just efficiency.

Productivity

4 hours ago

Why Most AI Productivity Tools Still Fail After the Meeting - Yanko Design

HiDock's Sean Song emphasizes that productivity issues stem from post-meeting silence, not just capturing or transcribing discussions.

9 hours ago

Framework is teasing a lot of Linux for its April 21st event

No matter how inevitable the AI-takes-all scenario may sound, as long as there is a person in the world who still wants to own their means of computation, we will be here to build the hardware that enables it.

Digital life

fromApp Developer Magazine

18 hours ago

AI is becoming more widespread in collaboration tools

AI is becoming integral to enterprise collaboration, enhancing workflows and communication across various organizational levels.

#ai

10 hours ago

Startup companies

Sierra's Bret Taylor says the era of clicking buttons is over | TechCrunch

Marketing tech

This AI Agent 'Lives in Your Texts' and Just Wants You to Have Fun

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Meta's AI push is reshaping how work gets done inside the company

Meta is prioritizing AI tools to enhance productivity and efficiency among its employees, impacting job roles and company structure.

Startup companies

10 hours ago

Sierra's Bret Taylor says the era of clicking buttons is over | TechCrunch

The future of software interaction will shift from traditional interfaces to natural language prompts, enabling users to create agents autonomously.

Marketing tech

This AI Agent 'Lives in Your Texts' and Just Wants You to Have Fun

The Nudge is an AI agent that plans and books activities based on user preferences.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Meta's AI push is reshaping how work gets done inside the company

Meta is prioritizing AI tools to enhance productivity and efficiency among its employees, impacting job roles and company structure.

How Claude's Computer Use Update Unlocks Full Desktop Automations

Claude Code now enables direct GUI interaction for automation, enhancing productivity in tasks like application testing and workflow optimization.

fromMedium

Running your life from terminal is peak 2026 - and that's not the flex you think it is

Claude Code transforms personal and professional workflows through automation and task management, enabling users to save time and prioritize effectively.

fromGeeky Gadgets

15 hours ago

How Claude's Computer Use Update Unlocks Full Desktop Automations

Claude Code now enables direct GUI interaction for automation, enhancing productivity in tasks like application testing and workflow optimization.

fromMedium

Running your life from terminal is peak 2026 - and that's not the flex you think it is

Claude Code transforms personal and professional workflows through automation and task management, enabling users to save time and prioritize effectively.

Delays or Not, Apple's Next Innovations Will Be Worth the Wait for Investors

Apple's stock fluctuates due to potential delays in the launch of its first foldable iPhone, amid conflicting reports about its release schedule.

'Most Significant Overhaul in the iPhone's History': Here's When Apple Could Unveil Its Highly Anticipated Device

Apple's first foldable iPhone is set to launch in September, marking a significant redesign and a new pricing strategy for the iPhone line.

Apple

It's iPhone speculation time: flips, flaps - and Fold

Apple

Astropad's Workbench reimagines remote desktop for AI agents, not IT support | TechCrunch

fromwww.bbc.com

Apple at 50: Three products that changed how we live - and three that really didn't

Apple has significantly influenced technology use globally, with a strong focus on branding and marketing alongside its hardware innovations.

Apple's best product ever

Apple's 50th anniversary was marked by ranking its 50 best products based on over 1.6 million votes.

from24/7 Wall St.

14 hours ago

Delays or Not, Apple's Next Innovations Will Be Worth the Wait for Investors

Apple's stock fluctuates due to potential delays in the launch of its first foldable iPhone, amid conflicting reports about its release schedule.

'Most Significant Overhaul in the iPhone's History': Here's When Apple Could Unveil Its Highly Anticipated Device

Apple's first foldable iPhone is set to launch in September, marking a significant redesign and a new pricing strategy for the iPhone line.

It's iPhone speculation time: flips, flaps - and Fold

Apple's iPhone speculation cycle features conflicting reports about product timelines, with no official acknowledgment from the company.

Astropad's Workbench reimagines remote desktop for AI agents, not IT support | TechCrunch

Demand for Apple's Mac Mini has surged, leading to the development of Astropad Workbench, a remote desktop solution tailored for AI experimentation.

fromwww.bbc.com

Apple at 50: Three products that changed how we live - and three that really didn't

Apple has significantly influenced technology use globally, with a strong focus on branding and marketing alongside its hardware innovations.

Apple's best product ever

Apple's 50th anniversary was marked by ranking its 50 best products based on over 1.6 million votes.

Chrome's new feature makes life easier for people with a million open tabs

Google Chrome introduces vertical tabs to enhance user experience and multitasking capabilities.

Typography

Chrome is finally getting vertical tabs | TechCrunch

Google Chrome is adopting vertical tabs to enhance user experience and manage tab groups more effectively.

Typography

18 hours ago

Chrome's new feature makes life easier for people with a million open tabs

Google Chrome introduces vertical tabs to enhance user experience and multitasking capabilities.

Typography

Chrome is finally getting vertical tabs | TechCrunch

Google Chrome is adopting vertical tabs to enhance user experience and manage tab groups more effectively.

European startups

The Apps You Need for Your Next Trip Abroad

Gadgets

Pack lightly with these 3 inexpensive, multipurpose gadgets from Anker

European startups

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 weeks ago

The Apps You Need for Your Next Trip Abroad

Using local ride-hailing apps can provide better service and prices when traveling abroad.

Pack lightly with these 3 inexpensive, multipurpose gadgets from Anker

Anker offers reliable, budget-friendly tech gadgets that serve multiple purposes, ideal for frugal travelers.

The Android dark mode upgrade you deserve

Android's dark mode lacks contextual intelligence, limiting its usefulness despite the potential of modern device sensors.

Notification Rules could make Android alerts even more flexible

Android is introducing Notification Rules to enhance notification management, allowing users to customize alerts based on apps or contacts.

Gadgets

6 underrated Android features that are seriously useful (and how they've made my life easier)

The Android dark mode upgrade you deserve

Android's dark mode lacks contextual intelligence, limiting its usefulness despite the potential of modern device sensors.

Notification Rules could make Android alerts even more flexible

Android is introducing Notification Rules to enhance notification management, allowing users to customize alerts based on apps or contacts.

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

Gadgets

6 underrated Android features that are seriously useful (and how they've made my life easier)

more#android

X expands AI translations and adds in-stream photo editing

X's new AI-powered auto-translate option will enable users worldwide to read posts from other regions, enhancing accessibility and engagement across diverse languages.

Social media marketing

Video games

fromArs Technica

Valve brings native Steam Link app to Apple's Vision Pro

Steam Link is coming to Apple's Vision Pro, enabling wireless streaming of traditional games from Steam libraries on nearby Macs or PCs.

10 Essential Apps For Every Remote Worker - BGR

Choosing the right remote work apps is crucial for productivity and collaboration in a home office setup.

fromSlashGear

Gadgets

10 Smart Gadgets To Help Upgrade Your Home Office - SlashGear

Investing in smart gadgets for a home office can enhance productivity and organization for remote workers.

Remote teams

fromBGR

10 Essential Apps For Every Remote Worker - BGR

Choosing the right remote work apps is crucial for productivity and collaboration in a home office setup.

fromSlashGear

10 Smart Gadgets To Help Upgrade Your Home Office - SlashGear

Investing in smart gadgets for a home office can enhance productivity and organization for remote workers.

more#remote-work

Your Phone Has 12 Calendar Apps. None of Them Look Like This - Yanko Design

The 1970s were a sweet spot in product design, especially in France, where makers were beginning to marry natural materials like wood with the new optimism of plastic.

Design

How to use the new ChatGPT app integrations, including DoorDash, Spotify, Uber, and others | TechCrunch

OpenAI's ChatGPT allows app integrations for personalized experiences, enabling users to connect accounts like Spotify and Angi for tailored assistance.

I tried ChatGPT's new CarPlay integration: It's my new go-to for the questions Siri can't answer

ChatGPT now integrates with Apple CarPlay for hands-free conversations in vehicles.

Web design

How to use the new ChatGPT app integrations, including DoorDash, Spotify, Uber, and others | TechCrunch

OpenAI's ChatGPT allows app integrations for personalized experiences, enabling users to connect accounts like Spotify and Angi for tailored assistance.

I tried ChatGPT's new CarPlay integration: It's my new go-to for the questions Siri can't answer

ChatGPT now integrates with Apple CarPlay for hands-free conversations in vehicles.

Swift 6.3 Stabilizes Android SDK, Extends C Interop, and More

Swift 6.3 introduces official Android support, enhances C interoperability, and improves embedded programming capabilities with a unified build system and low-level performance control.

UX design

fromSlate Magazine

5 days ago

It's a Design Principle That Has Transformed the World and Even Saved Lives. It's Gone Way Too Far.

Usability, once seen as the cornerstone of design, is now questioned for its limitations in addressing deeper user experience issues.

9 hours ago

Ai+ PulseTab arrives with 10.95" LCD and 8,000mAh battery

Ai+ launched the PulseTab tablet with entry-level specs, a 10.95-inch display, and an 8,000mAh battery, priced at INR 9,999.

Games

fromGadgets 360

Google Pixel 10 Users Can Now Play Steam Games Offline via GameNative

GameNative v0.9.0 introduces PowerVR GPU support for Pixel 10, enabling reliable Steam game emulation on the device.

Pictures of iPhone Fold appear online, just before Apple's supposed foldable hits engineering challenges - Yanko Design

Apple's anticipated foldable phone, the iPhone Fold, is expected to launch in 2026, but engineering setbacks may delay its release.

fromgizmodo.com

Asus Zenbook A16 Review: Start Considering Snapdragon on PC, for Real

Asus Zenbook A16 offers a lightweight design and strong performance at a competitive price, but faces compatibility issues with its ARM-based chip.

Atlassian gussies up Confluence for the AI era

Atlassian is modernizing Confluence with AI tools that enhance data presentation and application development directly within the platform.

Marketing tech

Atlassian launches visual AI tools and third-party agents in Confluence | TechCrunch

Atlassian launched new AI tools, including Remix, to transform data into visual assets within Confluence, enhancing collaboration and productivity.

fromTheregister

Atlassian gussies up Confluence for the AI era

Atlassian is modernizing Confluence with AI tools that enhance data presentation and application development directly within the platform.

Marketing tech

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Atlassian launches visual AI tools and third-party agents in Confluence | TechCrunch

Atlassian launched new AI tools, including Remix, to transform data into visual assets within Confluence, enhancing collaboration and productivity.

more#atlassian

Startup companies

I vibe coded time-saving tools for boomers like my parents. They picked up on AI fast, and it's made their lives less lonely and easier.

AI technology has transformed how older generations interact with tech, enabling quicker solutions and support from younger individuals.

#google

fromSearch Engine Roundtable

Google Testing Jumping To AI Mode Directly From AIOs ON DESKTOP

Google is testing AI Mode functionality on desktop, allowing direct access from the 'Show more' button, similar to mobile experience.

Google is launching a Pixel that's exclusive to one market

Google is releasing a limited edition Pixel phone exclusively for the Japanese market.

fromSearch Engine Roundtable

Google Testing Jumping To AI Mode Directly From AIOs ON DESKTOP

Google is testing AI Mode functionality on desktop, allowing direct access from the 'Show more' button, similar to mobile experience.

Google is launching a Pixel that's exclusive to one market

Google is releasing a limited edition Pixel phone exclusively for the Japanese market.

I tested Gemini on Android Auto and now I can't stop talking to it: 5 tasks it nails

Gemini is now integrated into Android Auto, providing answers to both simple and complex queries effectively.

Psychology

fromSilicon Canals

The real technology problem isn't screen time. It's that your phone learned your emotional patterns faster than any person in your life ever did, and now it meets needs that no human relationship has been given the chance to meet. - Silicon Canals

Phones have become the most emotionally attuned presence in people's lives, affecting their relationships with others.

Productivity

Best iPad apps to boost productivity and make your life easier | TechCrunch

iPads have evolved into versatile productivity tools with numerous apps available to enhance organization and focus.

#smartphone

14 hours ago

Mobile UX

TCL's $200 Phone Fixes Eye Strain That $1,000 Flagships Still Ignore - Yanko Design

Mobile UX

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro review

14 hours ago

TCL's $200 Phone Fixes Eye Strain That $1,000 Flagships Still Ignore - Yanko Design

TCL's NXTPAPER 70 Pro smartphone features eye-care technology and impressive battery life, addressing screen time-related eye fatigue.

Mobile UX

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro review

more#smartphone

This $215 Phone Has a 7,000mAh Battery and Lasts 20 Hours on Video - Yanko Design

Realme claims the C100 5G can handle nearly 20 hours of continuous video playback and over 18 hours of GPS navigation before needing a recharge.

Gadgets

fromDevOps.com

Google's Next Coding Agent Could Change How Developers Think About Their Work - DevOps.com

Google's Jitro project aims to revolutionize coding agents from task execution to outcome-driven development.

Google's Android Is About To Take Over Your Entire CarNot Just the Screens

Google's Android Automotive OS for Software Defined Vehicles aims to control vehicle functions directly, streamlining integration for car manufacturers.

Cars

fromwww.theverge.com

Google's Android Automotive is moving from the dashboard to the brain' of the car

Google expands Android Automotive OS to non-safety vehicle systems, aiming to unify software and enhance driver experience.

Cars

frominsideevs.com

Google's Android Is About To Take Over Your Entire CarNot Just the Screens

Google's Android Automotive OS for Software Defined Vehicles aims to control vehicle functions directly, streamlining integration for car manufacturers.

Cars

fromwww.theverge.com

Google's Android Automotive is moving from the dashboard to the brain' of the car

Google expands Android Automotive OS to non-safety vehicle systems, aiming to unify software and enhance driver experience.

more#android-automotive

WhatsApp adds a better, native interface for CarPlay

Meta has improved WhatsApp for CarPlay with a native interface and enhanced features for user accessibility.

I found Android Auto's hidden shortcut that automates any task in your car - and it's brilliant

Android Auto's Custom Assistant allows users to automate tasks with preset actions, enhancing convenience while driving.

Photography

3 weeks ago

Your new on-demand Android memo machine

Shots Studio is a free, open-source Android app that captures and organizes screenshots with optional AI processing and memo-making capabilities.

Samsung is shutting down its texting app for U.S. customers

Samsung Messages will be discontinued in July for U.S. customers, urging users to switch to Google Messages for a consistent experience.

fromTechRepublic

Samsung to Shut Down Its Messaging App, Switch to Google Messages in July

Samsung will discontinue its messaging app in July 2026, replacing it with Google Messages as the default on Galaxy devices.

Samsung will discontinue its Messages app in July and replace it with Google's

Samsung Messages app will be discontinued by July, urging users to switch to Google Messages for enhanced features.

Samsung confirms latest Galaxy phones will support AirDrop compatibility - and I'm thrilled

Samsung is introducing AirDrop/Quick Share capability to the S26 series, enhancing file sharing between Android and iOS devices.

Samsung is shutting down its texting app for U.S. customers

Samsung Messages will be discontinued in July for U.S. customers, urging users to switch to Google Messages for a consistent experience.

fromTechRepublic

Samsung to Shut Down Its Messaging App, Switch to Google Messages in July

Samsung will discontinue its messaging app in July 2026, replacing it with Google Messages as the default on Galaxy devices.

Samsung will discontinue its Messages app in July and replace it with Google's

Samsung Messages app will be discontinued by July, urging users to switch to Google Messages for enhanced features.

Samsung confirms latest Galaxy phones will support AirDrop compatibility - and I'm thrilled

Samsung is introducing AirDrop/Quick Share capability to the S26 series, enhancing file sharing between Android and iOS devices.

Cursor updates its platform with a focus on autonomous AI agents

Cursor 3 enhances software development by integrating AI agents for collaborative coding, reducing manual programming and streamlining workflows.

fromMan of Many

How to Build the Ultimate Home Office Setup to Work From Home (WFH) Like a Pro | Man of Many

Upgrading your work-from-home setup enhances productivity through better devices, ergonomic furniture, and holistic improvements in your workspace environment.

Motorola announces Moto Pad and next-gen Moto G Stylus

Motorola has launched the Moto G Stylus smartphone and Moto Pad tablet, featuring advanced displays, processors, and unique functionalities.

Mobile UX

Motorola unveils the Moto G Stylus (2026) and the Moto Pad (2026)

Motorola announces Moto Pad and next-gen Moto G Stylus

Motorola has launched the Moto G Stylus smartphone and Moto Pad tablet, featuring advanced displays, processors, and unique functionalities.

Mobile UX

Motorola unveils the Moto G Stylus (2026) and the Moto Pad (2026)

Next Major iOS Update for iPhone Expected to Bring Crucial Change

iOS 27 will significantly upgrade Siri, enabling multitasking and improved context understanding through modern AI models.

Noi brings all your favorite AI tools together in one desktop interface - no more app switching

Noi simplifies access to multiple AI services through a single user interface.

fromMakeUseOf

The hardware upgrade that changed my workflow wasn't a PC part

Finding the right desk and office chair combo can have lasting effects on the quality of your spinal health, and in my case, landing on just the right pairing has boosted my productivity big time.

Gadgets

You can use Google Meet with CarPlay now: How to join meetings safely in your car

Google Meet now supports audio-only meetings on Apple CarPlay, enhancing accessibility for users on the road.

Honor 600 series gets a launch date

Honor 600 and 600 Pro will launch on April 23 with significant features and discounts.

Digital life

fromMiami Herald

People Are Buying Two Phones-Why the Trend Might Just Make Sense

Using separate work and personal phones helps establish clear work-life boundaries while protecting personal privacy from employer monitoring.

Samsung Galaxy S27 series to reportedly include a new Pro model

The Galaxy S27 series will include four models, introducing a new 'Pro' option alongside existing variants.

Everything is iPhone now

The iPhone revolutionized technology by transforming limitations into opportunities, focusing on perfecting key features despite initial constraints.

3 weeks ago

How I turned my Pixel phone into a genuinely productive desktop computer - for free

Pixel 8 and newer phones now support Desktop Mode, enabling users to connect their phones to external monitors, mice, and keyboards for a full desktop computing experience.

Five years on, we still miss LG phones

LG officially exited the smartphone business on April 5, 2021, marking the end of its phone production by May 2021.

Oppo A6c is going international with different specs

Oppo is launching an international version of the A6c with updated specs and design.

#aluminium-os

Tech industry

Aluminium: Why Google's Android for PC launch may be messy and controversial

Artificial intelligence

Google's new 'Aluminium OS' just leaked - here's what we learned

Tech industry

Aluminium: Why Google's Android for PC launch may be messy and controversial

Artificial intelligence

Google's new 'Aluminium OS' just leaked - here's what we learned

Android tablets and foldables are getting a Chrome bookmark bar

Google Chrome for Android now supports a bookmark bar on foldables and tablets, accessible via Settings > Appearance > Show bookmarks bar, displaying favicons and site names below the Omnibox.

Digital life

fromInfoWorld

Windows PCs fade away

Personal PC ownership is being replaced by cloud-subscription models and AI-managed systems, reducing user control and shifting agency to cloud providers.

fromFuturism

Intriguing New Smartphone Design Features a Small Robot Arm

Honor unveiled a Robot Phone concept featuring a motorized camera arm extending from the device, designed to integrate AI capabilities for recording and analyzing surroundings.

3 future Android features you can give yourself today

Thanks to the way Google's for years now been deconstructing Android and pulling OS-level pieces out of the operating system itself - so they exist as regular ol' apps and can consequently be updated quickly, frequently, and in a way that reaches everyone instantly, regardless of what phone or carrier they're using - even Android phones from eight years ago get updates numerous times a year that are all virtually equivalent to an entire iOS operating system rollout.

Gadgets

Google brings Android's desktop mode to Pixel devices

Google introduces desktop mode for Pixel phones and tablets, enabling external monitor connectivity via USB-C for multi-window desktop-like experiences with mouse and keyboard support.

This Phone Runs Android, Linux, and Windows to Replace 3 Computers - Yanko Design

NexPhone is a rugged, high-spec Android handset that can multi-boot Android, Debian Linux, and optionally Windows 11 on Arm to serve as phone and desktop.

You can control your Linux PC from your Android phone - here's how

KDE Connect lets an Android phone send commands to control a Linux desktop, enabling tasks like locking, shutting down, launching apps, printing, and media playback.

Windows 11's ability to resume Android apps on your PC is getting closer

The improved cross-device resume support, which has been in testing since August, is part of the latest Release Preview update to Windows 11 that started rolling out yesterday. It includes the ability to resume Spotify playback on a PC from a phone, as well as any work in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. You'll also be able to continue an Edge browsing session from a phone on your PC.

Gadgets

#ios-263

Apple

iOS 26.3 makes it easier to switch to Android

Mobile UX

Apple releases iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3, both support easier migration to Android

Apple

iOS 26.3 makes it easier to switch to Android

Mobile UX

Apple releases iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3, both support easier migration to Android

NexPhone is a desktop replacement smartphone that multi-boots Android, Linux and Windows 11

NexPhone is an Android 16 smartphone that also runs Debian Linux and Windows 11, designed to act as a single-device desktop replacement.

Our first look at Google's Android for PC interface leaks in a bug report

Last summer, Google announced that Android 16 would include a desktop interface built from Samsung DeX, a mirroring and phone integration tool for PC. Thanks to a (now permissions-restricted) discovered on Google's Issue Tracker, we have what is almost certainly a first look at the Android-on-desktop project, codenamed Aluminium OS. First spotted by , the bug report was about Chrome incognito tabs and included two screen recordings.

Gadgets

The best Android feature you (probably) aren't using

Android Reading Mode is a system-wide, installable feature that improves phone reading by offering enhanced, integrated reading tools beyond Chrome's reader.

fromBusiness Matters