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Plaud unveils the company's latest AI note-taking device, the Plaud Note Pro, which can summarize audio recordings. (Image source: Plaud)

Plaud Note Pro introduces improved AI note-taking and summaries for meetings, lectures, and personal audio notes

Plaud has launched the Note Pro, a sleek AI-powered recorder that transcribes and summarizes audio in 112 languages using top-tier models like GPT-5 and Gemini 2.5 Pro. It offers AI noise reduction and real-time highlighting of im...

David Chien, 29 Aug 2025 04:03

Owners of select Samsung TVs and monitors can now converse with the Microsoft Copilot AI chatbot about entertainment and general topics. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Copilot arrives on Samsung TVs and monitors: Chat with AI about entertainment and more

Microsoft's Copilot AI is now available on select 2025 Samsung TVs and monitors, offering hands-free voice interaction and personalized entertainment insights. It can deliver show recommendations, episode summaries, and actor bios...

David Chien, 29 Aug 2025 02:36

The Fish Tank 1 Ultra. (Image source: Dangbei)

Dangbei to unveil fish tank alongside new flagship projector at IFA 2025

Dangbei claims that it will bring a new standard in home cinema to IFA 2025. The S7 Ultra Max is now set to make its international debut alongside the brand's inaugural aquarium. The Fish Tank 1 Ultra is rated to come packed with ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Aug 2025 19:21

The Motorola Edge 2025 and Moto Watch Fit. (Image source: Motorola)

Deal | Motorola Edge 2025 comes with free smartwatch or $100 discount for limited time

The Motorola Edge (2025) has debuted as one of the Samsung Galaxy A56's main rivals in the United States. Its maker has announced that it is offering a free wearable priced at $199.99 with every purchase of the new Android smartph...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Aug 2025 18:40

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia (Image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia increases revenue by 56% YoY as CEO dismisses fall in demand

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, said the company would be willing to share a cut of Blackwell chip sales in China with the US government if the administration grants permission to sell it in the Chinese market. Huang commented that t...

Daniela Morales Soler, 28 Aug 2025 18:04

The soundcore Work (pictured) is a portable voice recorder with AI features. (Image source: Anker via Amazon)

Soundcore Work: New portable AI voice recorder coming to Europe

The soundcore Work from Anker has appeared in Amazon listings in several European countries following a recent leak in the US. One of these points to a possible price for this region, and reveals several of the gadget’s features, ...

Polly Allcock, 28 Aug 2025 13:09

An emergency contacts feature will soon be added to be reached out to from ChatGPT directly. Generic image showing a person interacting with ChatGPT. (Image source: Matheus Bertelli, Pexels)

ChatGPT will introduce parental control and other safeguards following lawsuit

OpenAI says it is working on adding one-click messages to contacts, parental controls, and even an option to directly reach out to emergency contacts in case of “acute distress.” The announcement comes after a lawsuit presented by...

Daniela Morales Soler, 28 Aug 2025 10:50

Google DeepMind's "nano-banana" model offers precise image edits (Image source: Gemini)

Google introduces Gemini 2.5 Flash Image “nano-banana” with stronger edit consistency

Google DeepMind’s new Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, nicknamed “nano-banana,” promises finer control over AI image editing. It keeps characters consistent across scenes, allows multi-turn edits, and blends images with natural-language i...

Nathan Ali, 27 Aug 2025 22:58

Artistic representation of stress monitoring on a Pixel Watch. (Image source: Neume)

Google working on using AI to determine what content stresses you

Google has a patent for detecting stress markers through bio-data from wearables or smartphones and using AI to track patterns in order to notify the user. The user can then decide to block triggering content from showing up in th...

Vineet Washington, 27 Aug 2025 18:29

China’s AI boom pivots to refurbished Nvidia GPUs as H20 stalls. Pictured: Nvidia's H100 NVL GPU (Image source: Nvidia)

China’s AI boom runs on refurbished Nvidia GPUs as export limits bite

Export controls and new data security rules keep Nvidia’s latest accelerators out of reach for many Chinese firms. Instead, refurbished A100s and second-hand H100s are powering inference clusters, extending the life of older hardw...

Nathan Ali, 27 Aug 2025 18:12

PromptLock shows how ransomware groups can weaponize local LLMs. Generic hacker typing on a keyboard pictured. (Image source: Dall-E 3)

ESET uncovers PromptLock ransomware prototype powered by local LLMs

ESET researchers have identified PromptLock, a proof-of-concept ransomware that uses a locally hosted language model to generate attack scripts on demand.

Nathan Ali, 27 Aug 2025 15:46

Nvidia unveils Jetson Thor, a 2,070 TFLOPS "robot brain" for on-device AI (Image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia Jetson Thor delivers 2,070 TFLOPS for robots with on-device generative AI

Nvidia’s Jetson Thor modules bring a leap in edge AI, combining a Blackwell GPU and 14-core Arm CPU to run multiple large models in real time.

Nathan Ali, 27 Aug 2025 15:35

Candy Crush Saga banner on display (Image source: King.com)

Microsoft may be forcing team behind Candy Crush mobile game to use AI, after cutting 200 jobs

A new report reveals how reliant Microsoft wants its employees to be on AI. Candy Crush and Farm Heroes Saga developer King has already seen 200 jobs sacrificed, with more upheaval possible. The unaffected mobile game developers w...

Adam Corsetti, 27 Aug 2025 01:32

DeepSeek has released version 3.1 of its open-source AI, delivering smarter answers faster than ever before. (Image source: DeepSeek)

Faster, smarter DeepSeek V3.1 AI arrives for free

DeepSeek-V3.1 AI LLM has arrived eight months after the initial launch of V3. The chatbot software is able to answer prompts quicker and smarter than before. The model is open source, allowing anyone to use and build upon it for f...

David Chien, 26 Aug 2025 23:58

Street Fighter 6 character Kimberly is shown (Image source: Sony PlayStation, Capcom with edits)

After Street Fighter 6 contest winner reportedly used generative AI, Capcom replaces artwork

Capcom held a competition where fans could create challenger screens for Street Fighter 6 characters. When one of the winners relied on generative AI, the publisher disqualified the artwork. Now, instead of rewarding another conte...

Adam Corsetti, 26 Aug 2025 18:13

SK hynix 321-layer 2-Tb QLC enters mass production; six-plane design doubles transfer speed (Image source: SK hynix)

SK hynix starts mass production of 321-layer 2-terabit QLC NAND

SK hynix has entered mass production of its 321-layer, 2-terabit QLC NAND, the first QLC to break 300 layers. A six-plane architecture and 3,200 MT/s I/O double transfer speeds apparently lift writes by up to 56 percent and reads ...

Nathan Ali, 26 Aug 2025 18:04

Nvidia unveils photonics switches to scale AI networks with millions of GPUs

Nvidia is pushing data center networking into the optical era with Spectrum-X Photonics Ethernet and Quantum-X Photonics InfiniBand. By co-packaging optics with switch chips, the company promises massive bandwidth, lower power use...

Nathan Ali, 26 Aug 2025 08:28

The Fi Mini tracker allow owners to track their pets' fitness and locations. (Image source: Fi)

Fi Mini fitness trackers for cats and dogs launch with GPS and LTE-M location tracking

Fi has introduced the Mini smart pet tracker, combining AI-powered health tracking with safety features to enhance pet care and owner peace-of-mind. The tracker is attached to cat or dog collars or vests, leveraging LTE-M networks...

David Chien, 26 Aug 2025 01:45

Sharp's new AI assistant is integrated into a meerkat robot (Image source: Sharp)

Robotic meerkat offers emotional support: Sharp presents the Poketomo

Sharp's small meerkat robot is equipped with a camera, speakers, microphones, an integrated AI assistant and is designed to be the perfect everyday companion. Conversations with Poketomo can also be held on the go via a smartphone...

Hannes Brecher, 26 Aug 2025 00:53

A promotional image for xAI's Grok that shows off the chatbot interface on desktop and mobile. (Image Source: xAI)

Lawsuit: Elon Musk says Apple‑OpenAI partnership creates 'exclusive' AI monopoly

Elon Musk's xAI has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and Apple, alleging that the companies are creating an illegal monopoly in AI by conspiring against rival companies and products.

Rohith Bhaskar, 25 Aug 2025 20:52

OpenAI and the UK government considered a deal which would give Brits free access to ChatGPT Plus. (Image source: OpenAI, AXP Photography, edited)

Free ChatGPT Plus access for every citizen: UK weighed $2.7 billion deal with Sam Altman of OpenAI

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and UK minister Peter Kyle had recently weighed an agreement which would grant the entire population of the United Kingdom free access to ChatGPT Plus, likely costing north of $2.5 billion. This follows an Mo...

Sambit Saha, 25 Aug 2025 18:44

Nvidia AI technology is shown (Image source: Nvidia Blog with edits)

Gamers Nexus YouTube channel at risk after Nvidia AI GPU smuggling video prompts copyright strike

One of the most-followed YouTube channels among PC hardware enthusiasts is facing a crisis. Bloomberg accuses Gamers Nexus of copyright infringement over a clip of President Trump speaking. Bloomberg's rival video about Nvidia AI ...

Adam Corsetti, 25 Aug 2025 18:04

Geekom A9 Mega with AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and 128 GB DDR5 RAM (Source: Geekom)

Geekom A9 Mega with AMD Strix Halo and 128 GB RAM announced - AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and AMD Radeon 8060S in a stylish design

With the A9 Mega, Geekom is launching a mini PC that redefines the boundaries between compact design and high-end performance. Equipped with the latest AMD hardware, powerful AI acceleration and extensive connectivity, it aims to ...

Sebastian Bade, 25 Aug 2025 14:30

The soundcore Work (pictured) is a portable voice recorder. (Image source: AnkerInsider)

New soundcore Work portable AI voice recorder appears

A new Anker product, the soundcore Work portable AI voice recorder, seems to have leaked. This gadget is said to offer a range of AI-powered features, including transcription and summarization. Leaked images show a gadget with a s...

Polly Allcock, 24 Aug 2025 21:52

The TravelMate P6 14 AI on a white desk (Image source: Marc Herter - Notebookcheck)

Hidden talents: clever features of the Acer TravelMate P6 that shine in everyday use

Beyond its impressive battery life and low weight, the new Acer TravelMate P6 is packed with numerous thoughtful features that make a real difference in daily use. From smart maintenance to useful software tools.

Marc Herter, 24 Aug 2025 20:19

Nvidia Rubin architecture taped out with six chips at TSMC, marks major platform overhaul

Nvidia has taped out six Rubin architecture chips at TSMC, featuring 3nm N3P chiplets, HBM4 support, and 4x reticle design. This comprehensive platform overhaul covers GPUs, CPUs, networking, and silicon photonics.

Nathan Ali, 24 Aug 2025 20:17

Users can chat with Eiliko over Wi-Fi, give it voice commands, or just watch it do its thing (Image source - energizelab.com)

Eiliko: Energize Lab’s emotional AI charm bot reaches Kickstarter goal

Discover Eiliko, Energize Lab’s next-gen charm bot with swappable shells, bonding features, and emotional AI that make it more than a desk toy.

Darryl Linington, 24 Aug 2025 18:30

FugakuNEXT sets Japan’s path to zetta scale (Image source: RIKEN)

FugakuNEXT: Japan’s $740 million supercomputer aims for zetta-scale performance with Nvidia GPUs

RIKEN, Fujitsu and Nvidia are joining forces on FugakuNEXT, Japan’s next flagship supercomputer. Targeting 600 EFLOPS FP8 and a hundred-fold performance boost over Fugaku, the system combines new Fujitsu CPUs and Nvidia GPU accele...

Nathan Ali, 24 Aug 2025 00:28

Nvidia pitches new B30 chip to Washington for China, with 80 percent of Blackwell's peak performance

Nvidia has submitted its new B30 AI GPU variant to U.S. officials, aiming for approval to ship to China with reduced performance. The chip is said to deliver up to 80 percent of full Blackwell capability, but political hurdles, Be...

Nathan Ali, 24 Aug 2025 00:11

Google's Gemini AI may become the backbone of Siri and Apple Intelligence. (Image source: Apple and Google, w/ edits)

Apple may tap Google's Gemini for Apple Intelligence and Siri revamp

According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is rumored to be talking with Google about integrating the search giant's Gemini AI into Siri. While still a rumor, it is increasingly likely that Apple may use a third-party AI tool for...

Sam Medley, 22 Aug 2025 23:47

OpenAI moves to compel Meta for records on Musk’s $97.4 billion takeover bid (Image source: OpenAI)

OpenAI pushes court to force Meta to reveal Musk and xAI talks in takeover fight

OpenAI has asked a court to compel Meta to disclose documents about any coordination with Elon Musk and xAI over a bid to acquire the ChatGPT-maker.

Nathan Ali, 22 Aug 2025 21:18

The MS-S1 Max is among the first mini AI workstations to feature USB4 V2 connectivity. (Image Source: Minisforum)

Minisforum teases MS-S1 Max mini PC powered by AMD's Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU with dual USB4 V2 connectors

Even though the MS-S1 Max model has been teased since May, Minisforum had not previously revealed any other spec except the obvious Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU. The latest teaser finally reveals the case design, maximum TDP specs and th...

Bogdan Solca, 22 Aug 2025 17:23

Meta splits its superintelligence labs into four units amid a strategy reboot

Meta is carving Superintelligence Labs into research, superintelligence, products, and infrastructure to speed decisions and tighten accountability.

Nathan Ali, 22 Aug 2025 12:58

China tells tech giants to halt Nvidia H20 orders after US "addicted" insult

Beijing has quietly tightened pressure on tech giants to scale back Nvidia H20 chip purchases after U.S. comments angered senior officials.

Nathan Ali, 22 Aug 2025 11:57

The redesigned Fitbit app (pictured) is getting an AI health coach. (Image source: Fitbit)

Fitbit health coach and new dark mode on the way in redesigned app

Google has announced a new health coach feature for the Fitbit smartphone app. Powered by Gemini, the AI assistant is said to provide personalized training plans, accurate sleep analysis and other health insights. It will start to...

Polly Allcock, 21 Aug 2025 13:53

Nvidia readies new Blackwell-based accelerators tailored for China under US export limits

Nvidia is reportedly designing new Blackwell-based accelerators for China, including the B30A and RTX 6000D, tuned to stay just below U.S. export thresholds.

Nathan Ali, 21 Aug 2025 07:04

SoftBank’s $2 billion Intel bet follows talks on a far larger foundry deal. Pictured: Intel's D1X Oregon fab (Image source: Nvidia)

SoftBank stake fuels speculation over possible Intel Foundry deal

SoftBank plans to purchase about $2 billion in Intel shares, but insiders say Masayoshi Son has also discussed a deeper plan, including a future deal for Intel Foundry.

Nathan Ali, 21 Aug 2025 06:48

OpenAI's status page confirmed issues with 23 services. A user about to ask ChatGPT a question pictured. (Image source: Matheus Bertelli, Pexels)

ChatGPT down in India: OpenAI confirms issues after launching affordable plan

Users reported problems logging in and delays in answers. OpenAI's status page confirmed extended errors and confirmed monitoring and mitigation measures. The company is attempting to attract more users in India by offering a plan...

Daniela Morales Soler, 20 Aug 2025 12:01

Person using a Microsoft Surface laptop by a window (Image source: Surface on Unsplash)

Microsoft 365 Copilot’s back-to-school update lets you summarise books, create quizzes and track your budget

Microsoft is updating 365 Copilot with student-focused features ahead of the new semester. The update includes tools aimed at helping students both inside and outside the classroom.

Anmol Dubey, 20 Aug 2025 09:02

Bosgame M5 with AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and 128 GB DDR5 RAM (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Mini PC with AMD Strix Halo and 128 GB RAM - AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and AMD Radeon 8060S impress in Bosgame M5

The Bosgame M5 combines AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, Radeon 8060S, and 128 GB RAM. The mini PC impresses with a strong iGPU, AI power, and modern features and delivers gaming and workstation performance in a handy format without going o...

Sebastian Bade, 19 Aug 2025 13:00

Nvidia brings voice-driven NPCs and a new RTX Remix particle system to Gamescom

Nvidia is outlining two new updates at Gamescom: ACE, for local, voice‑driven NPC dialogue, and RTX Remix, which brings a particle editor for improved effects across 165 older PC games. Both features will be available in September...

Anubhav Sharma, 18 Aug 2025 21:30

Nvidia expands Project G‑Assist with plug‑in hub, leaner model, and wider RTX support

Nvidia is updating Project G‑Assist with a leaner on‑device model, broader RTX support, and a mod.io Plug‑In Hub. It streamlines PC tasks, adds voice/text controls, and showcases recent hackathon demos and new third‑party integrat...

Anubhav Sharma, 18 Aug 2025 21:30

Artistic representation of Google search with AI assistance. (Image source: Google)

Google's AI overviews showing scam support numbers

Recently, a customer was scammed via a support number shown by Google’s AI overview. This wasn’t the first such case so be weary of the numbers served by these overviews.

Vineet Washington, 18 Aug 2025 18:18

In an AgentFlayer attack, images are used to deliver hidden prompts. (Image source: OpenAI)

Data theft with invisible text: How easily ChatGPT and other AI tools can be tricked

At the Black Hat USA security conference, researchers revealed a new technique for attacking AI systems. By embedding hidden instructions, attackers can silently manipulate tools like ChatGPT to extract sensitive data from connect...

Marius Müller, 18 Aug 2025 13:34

Nvidia amplifies op-ed claiming H20 export ban failed to slow China’s AI push

Nvidia shared an op-ed arguing U.S. export controls on its H20 GPUs curtailed American influence without halting China’s AI progress.

Nathan Ali, 17 Aug 2025 18:40

Adesso announces the EasyTouch 130 (top) and EasyTouch 150 (bottom) mechanical keyboards. (Image source: Adesso)

Adesso unveils EasyTouch 130 and 150 keyboards with Microsoft Copilot AI keys and Cherry Brown switches

Adesso has introduced the EasyTouch 130 and 150, quiet mechanical keyboards featuring Cherry Brown switches and dedicated Copilot AI keys. Both models offer enhanced legibility, N-key rollover, and noise-dampening QuietTouch gaske...

David Chien, 17 Aug 2025 03:16

The CardMill identifies trading cards using an AI-powered scanner. (Image source: CardMill via YouTube)

Kickstarter hit: This machine aims to make life easier for Magic and Pokémon collectors, hits $300K goal in just 24 minutes

A new Kickstarter project called CardMill is gaining momentum among TCG collectors. Designed to organize collections with an AI-powered sorting machine, the campaign reached its funding goal in just 24 minutes and has since surpas...

Marius Müller, 16 Aug 2025 12:44

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Plaud Note Pro introduces improved AI note-taking and summaries for meetings, lectures, and personal audio notes

Microsoft Copilot arrives on Samsung TVs and monitors: Chat with AI about entertainment and more

Dangbei to unveil fish tank alongside new flagship projector at IFA 2025

Deal | Motorola Edge 2025 comes with free smartwatch or $100 discount for limited time

Nvidia increases revenue by 56% YoY as CEO dismisses fall in demand

Soundcore Work: New portable AI voice recorder coming to Europe

ChatGPT will introduce parental control and other safeguards following lawsuit

Google introduces Gemini 2.5 Flash Image “nano-banana” with stronger edit consistency

Google working on using AI to determine what content stresses you

China’s AI boom runs on refurbished Nvidia GPUs as export limits bite

ESET uncovers PromptLock ransomware prototype powered by local LLMs

Nvidia Jetson Thor delivers 2,070 TFLOPS for robots with on-device generative AI

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Microsoft may be forcing team behind Candy Crush mobile game to use AI, after cutting 200 jobs

Faster, smarter DeepSeek V3.1 AI arrives for free

After Street Fighter 6 contest winner reportedly used generative AI, Capcom replaces artwork

SK hynix starts mass production of 321-layer 2-terabit QLC NAND

Nvidia unveils photonics switches to scale AI networks with millions of GPUs

Fi Mini fitness trackers for cats and dogs launch with GPS and LTE-M location tracking

Robotic meerkat offers emotional support: Sharp presents the Poketomo

Lawsuit: Elon Musk says Apple‑OpenAI partnership creates 'exclusive' AI monopoly

Free ChatGPT Plus access for every citizen: UK weighed $2.7 billion deal with Sam Altman of OpenAI

Gamers Nexus YouTube channel at risk after Nvidia AI GPU smuggling video prompts copyright strike

Geekom A9 Mega with AMD Strix Halo and 128 GB RAM announced - AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and AMD Radeon 8060S in a stylish design

New soundcore Work portable AI voice recorder appears

Hidden talents: clever features of the Acer TravelMate P6 that shine in everyday use

Nvidia Rubin architecture taped out with six chips at TSMC, marks major platform overhaul

Eiliko: Energize Lab’s emotional AI charm bot reaches Kickstarter goal

FugakuNEXT: Japan’s $740 million supercomputer aims for zetta-scale performance with Nvidia GPUs

Nvidia pitches new B30 chip to Washington for China, with 80 percent of Blackwell's peak performance

Apple may tap Google's Gemini for Apple Intelligence and Siri revamp

OpenAI pushes court to force Meta to reveal Musk and xAI talks in takeover fight

Minisforum teases MS-S1 Max mini PC powered by AMD's Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU with dual USB4 V2 connectors

Meta splits its superintelligence labs into four units amid a strategy reboot

China tells tech giants to halt Nvidia H20 orders after US "addicted" insult

First Google Pixel 10 Pro camera reviews: Much criticism, poor Pro Res zoom but a few improvements

Fitbit health coach and new dark mode on the way in redesigned app

Nvidia readies new Blackwell-based accelerators tailored for China under US export limits

SoftBank stake fuels speculation over possible Intel Foundry deal

ChatGPT down in India: OpenAI confirms issues after launching affordable plan

Microsoft 365 Copilot’s back-to-school update lets you summarise books, create quizzes and track your budget

Mini PC with AMD Strix Halo and 128 GB RAM - AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and AMD Radeon 8060S impress in Bosgame M5

Nvidia brings voice-driven NPCs and a new RTX Remix particle system to Gamescom

Nvidia expands Project G‑Assist with plug‑in hub, leaner model, and wider RTX support

Google's AI overviews showing scam support numbers

Data theft with invisible text: How easily ChatGPT and other AI tools can be tricked

Nvidia amplifies op-ed claiming H20 export ban failed to slow China’s AI push

Adesso unveils EasyTouch 130 and 150 keyboards with Microsoft Copilot AI keys and Cherry Brown switches

Kickstarter hit: This machine aims to make life easier for Magic and Pokémon collectors, hits $300K goal in just 24 minutes

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