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Mobile UX
fromTechCrunch
14 hours ago

OpenAI could be making a phone with AI agents replacing apps | TechCrunch

OpenAI is reportedly developing a smartphone in collaboration with MediaTek, Qualcomm, and Luxshare, focusing on AI-driven features instead of traditional apps.
Mobile UX
fromTechCrunch
14 hours ago

OpenAI could be making a phone with AI agents replacing apps | TechCrunch

OpenAI is reportedly developing a smartphone in collaboration with MediaTek, Qualcomm, and Luxshare, focusing on AI-driven features instead of traditional apps.
more#openai
OMG science
fromThe Verge
3 hours ago

Google is testing AI chatbot search for YouTube

Google is testing an AI Mode-like search feature on YouTube called 'Ask YouTube' for Premium subscribers.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 hours ago

Smart home tech continues to emerge as key tool for aging in place

Age tech growth is driven by demand for smart home systems and health monitoring devices, but financing upgrades remains a challenge.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

SpeakOn's dictation device is a good idea marred by platform limitations | TechCrunch

SpeakOn is a dedicated dictation device that offers potential but has limitations in audio capture quality and range.
#google
EU data protection
fromArs Technica
7 hours ago

Europe could force Google to open Android to other AI assistants

The European Commission is investigating Google's AI implementation in Android, aiming for more openness and competition under the Digital Markets Act.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Google Home's latest update makes Gemini better at understanding your commands

Google's Home app update enhances Gemini AI for more natural smart home control and improved device identification.
EU data protection
fromArs Technica
7 hours ago

Europe could force Google to open Android to other AI assistants

The European Commission is investigating Google's AI implementation in Android, aiming for more openness and competition under the Digital Markets Act.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Google Home's latest update makes Gemini better at understanding your commands

Google's Home app update enhances Gemini AI for more natural smart home control and improved device identification.
more#google
Cryptocurrency
fromTheregister
8 hours ago

Core Scientific latest to jump crypto-to-AI bandwagon

Core Scientific is converting a bitcoin mining operation into a 1.5 gigawatt AI datacenter campus in Texas.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

AI vs. Human Experience: Where Words Fall Short

AI can describe experiences but cannot replicate them, leading to a risk of losing the ability to discern true depth.
Media industry
fromFuturism
8 hours ago

AI Agents Linked to OpenAI Are Pretending to Be Human Journalists

A news website uses AI agents posing as reporters to generate content and gather quotes from human experts, promoting pro-AI narratives.
fromHarvard Business Review
15 hours ago

The Future Is Shrouded in an AI Fog

Confidence in a specific vision of the future is the foundation for long-term investment. You purchase a 30-year bond when you believe in the solvency of the issuer.
Venture
E-Commerce
fromBGR
13 hours ago

10 Smart Gadgets That Will Transform Your Home Office - BGR

Smart gadgets can significantly enhance the comfort and efficiency of a home office.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
20 hours ago

The people who answer every text within seconds but take days to respond when someone asks how they're really doing aren't being inconsistent. They've automated the parts of connection that don't require them to be a person, and reserved the delay for the parts that do - Silicon Canals

Fast replies and slow replies reflect different parts of a person, with logistics handled quickly and emotional presence requiring more time and introspection.
Online marketing
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Why your AI assistant is suddenly selling to you

Sponsored chats are transforming digital advertising by integrating promotions into conversations with large language models.
fromTNW | Opinion
2 days ago
Business intelligence

How web intelligence is powering the next wave of AI Infrastructure

The web intelligence industry is evolving to support AI's growing demands for multimodal data processing, particularly in handling video content.
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
4 days ago

Nothing introduces Essential Voice speech-to-text transcription and translation

Essential Voice is a speech-to-text engine that delivers clear, real-time text by eliminating filler words and supporting multiple languages.
Digital life
fromCGMagazine
3 days ago

The Living Room Is Tech's Next Battleground

The living room is evolving into a strategic digital space, with TVs becoming integrated platforms for media, commerce, and user engagement.
Science
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

'Self-aware' robots can learn complex tasks by watching humans. Is that a good thing?

Robotics scientists in Switzerland are advancing robots' ability to perform complex tasks through new adaptive learning methods.
Productivity
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

5 Best AI Note Takers for Sales Calls in 2026

Sales reps lose a full day weekly to post-call admin, impacting deal closure; AI note takers enhance focus and streamline CRM updates.
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Yelp is making its AI chatbot way more useful

Yelp is upgrading its chatbot to enhance user experience with new features for recommendations, bookings, and integrations with various services.
#ai-agents
more#ai-agents
Apple
from24/7 Wall St.
11 hours ago

OpenAI + Qualcomm Tie-Up Signals AI Smartphone Revolution: Should Apple Be Worried?

AI-first smartphones may disrupt the market, challenging Apple's dominance and potentially leading to significant sales growth for Qualcomm and MediaTek.
#ai
UX design
fromTechRepublic
11 hours ago

The Prompt Engineering Cheat Sheet: How to Write Better AI Prompts

Effective prompt engineering significantly enhances AI output quality by crafting precise and context-rich inputs.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
15 hours ago

The AI Revolution Is Mostly Marketing - and Here's the Proof It's Overhyped

AI's impact on productivity and employment remains questionable, yet companies are rapidly adopting it amid significant job losses in the tech sector.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
11 hours ago

Opinion: 3 Main Drivers Will Define the Next Phase of the AI Race - and Only a Few Companies Actually Have Them

AI trade is revitalizing, with semiconductor companies leading due to strong demand and evolving AI technologies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Readers reply: Should we be polite to voice assistants and AIs?

Politeness towards AI can reinforce positive interactions, but it is not necessary as machines are not sentient beings.
UX design
fromTechRepublic
11 hours ago

The Prompt Engineering Cheat Sheet: How to Write Better AI Prompts

Effective prompt engineering significantly enhances AI output quality by crafting precise and context-rich inputs.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
15 hours ago

The AI Revolution Is Mostly Marketing - and Here's the Proof It's Overhyped

AI's impact on productivity and employment remains questionable, yet companies are rapidly adopting it amid significant job losses in the tech sector.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
11 hours ago

Opinion: 3 Main Drivers Will Define the Next Phase of the AI Race - and Only a Few Companies Actually Have Them

AI trade is revitalizing, with semiconductor companies leading due to strong demand and evolving AI technologies.
more#ai
Gadgets
fromEngadget
6 days ago

Google now lets you have full conversations with Gemini for Home

Google upgrades Gemini for Home with a 'continued conversations' feature, allowing natural discussions without repeated wake words.
Apple
fromComputerworld
12 hours ago

OpenAI plans its own 'iPhone killer'

Jony Ive collaborates with OpenAI to develop a smartphone competitor, leveraging partnerships with Qualcomm and MediaTek for advanced AI performance.
#apple
more#apple
Apple
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Will a new CEO realize Apple's smart home potential?

John Ternus may revitalize Apple's smart home platform with new hardware after years of stagnation.
#amazon
Podcast
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

How the Amazon Echo learned to talk - and listen

Jeff Bezos aimed to create a voice computer, leading to the development of the Echo speaker and Alexa voice assistant despite numerous challenges.
Gadgets
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

Amazon Reportedly Building AI Smartphone to Revive Alexa Ecosystem

Amazon is reportedly developing a smartphone called 'Transformer' to integrate with Alexa and enhance user interaction with its services.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Amazon is making an Alexa phone

Amazon is developing a new smartphone, code-named 'Transformer', focused on integrating Alexa and artificial intelligence capabilities.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Amazon is reportedly working on a new phone built around Alexa

Amazon plans to re-enter the smartphone market with a new device codenamed 'Transformer' focusing on AI and easier access to its services.
Podcast
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

How the Amazon Echo learned to talk - and listen

Jeff Bezos aimed to create a voice computer, leading to the development of the Echo speaker and Alexa voice assistant despite numerous challenges.
Gadgets
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

Amazon Reportedly Building AI Smartphone to Revive Alexa Ecosystem

Amazon is reportedly developing a smartphone called 'Transformer' to integrate with Alexa and enhance user interaction with its services.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Amazon is making an Alexa phone

Amazon is developing a new smartphone, code-named 'Transformer', focused on integrating Alexa and artificial intelligence capabilities.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Amazon is reportedly working on a new phone built around Alexa

Amazon plans to re-enter the smartphone market with a new device codenamed 'Transformer' focusing on AI and easier access to its services.
more#amazon
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Alright mate?': Amazon pins UK hopes on AI upgrade of Alexa

We've eliminated the need for that Alexa-speak, such as 'turn on bedroom lamp two', you can just speak naturally. Alexa+ knows you, your home, your family. And is available anywhere, any time, as life does not happen in a chat box.
Arsenal
Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Claude can now connect to lifestyle apps like Spotify, Instacart and AllTrails

Anthropic expands Claude AI's capabilities by integrating with various third-party services for enhanced personal task execution.
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Alexa+ can now swear, thanks to a new personality style

Amazon introduced a 'sassy' personality option for Alexa+ that uses censored profanity, playful sarcasm, and witty comebacks while maintaining safety guardrails against harmful content.
Apple
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Apple will reportedly allow other AI chatbots to plug into Siri

iOS 27 will allow users to choose AI chatbots to link with Siri.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

Apple's New Siri With ChatGPT-Like Features Could Be Coming Soon

Apple is rebooting Siri with a dedicated app and button, enhancing its AI capabilities to function like a traditional chatbot.
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Getting the first word in voice search

Voice search usage is growing, creating brand opportunities while requiring optimisation for accuracy, shopping trust, and adaptation to screenless interactions.
Gadgets
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

Voice Control Basics: Making Your Smart Home Work With A Single Command - Social Media Explorer

Intent-based voice control uses LLMs and contextual signals to understand natural language and trigger smart-home and small-business actions seamlessly.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

12+ powerful Alexa commands you should start using at home (no subscriptions required)

Amazon Alexa transforms home automation by managing lighting and routines through Echo devices, occupancy sensors, smart switches, and customizable voice-triggered actions.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Amazon's Alexa has had an AI upgrade. Now she's got more to say

Amazon is launching Alexa+, an AI-powered upgrade to Echo smart speakers in the UK that makes the digital assistant more conversational, proactive, and capable of following conversation threads.
Gadgets
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Amazon's AI-powered Alexa+ gets new personality options | TechCrunch

Amazon launches three customizable Alexa+ personality styles—Brief, Chill, and Sweet—allowing users to adjust the AI assistant's tone and communication approach.
#alexa
more#alexa
Apple
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

Apple's Siri future is hybrid, integrated - and already here

Apple will power a much smarter Siri via a hybrid model using on-device processing and Google's Gemini through Private Cloud Compute while enforcing privacy controls.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
2 months ago

Apple Unveils Steps to Make Siri Sound Human - TechRepublic

A method reduces text-to-speech latency to make Siri and other voice-driven products sound more responsive while preserving intelligibility and accuracy.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Apple might use Google servers to store data for its upgraded AI Siri

Apple had already announced in January that Google's Gemini AI models would help power the upgraded version of Siri it delayed last year, but The Information's report indicates Apple might lean even more on Google so it can catch up in AI.
Apple
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 months ago

Hey Alexa-Amazon may be teaming up with OpenAI. Here's why that matters | Fortune

Meta is massively expanding its Hyperion AI data center while Amazon and OpenAI pursue a potential multibillion-dollar alliance to integrate OpenAI models into Alexa.
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