The introduction of Nano Banana into Google Photos allows users to modify images in ways that were previously the domain of desktop-class software. Nano Banana processes natural-language prompts via the updated Help me edit feature. Unlike earlier versions limited by more basic models, users can now issue commands such as...

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According to its website, AIdol – an acronym of maker Artificial Intelligence Dynamic Organism Lab – can work autonomously for six hours using its 48-volt battery, walk at speeds of up to 6 km/h (3.7 mph), work both online and offline, and carry 22 pounds. It's AI-powered too, apparently.

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Earlier this week, Windows president Pavan Davuluri reiterated that Microsoft is leveraging AI to evolve Windows into an "agentic OS" as part of its long-term strategy to transform the widely used desktop platform into an AI-native environment – one where AI agents can understand context, make decisions on users' behalf,...

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After a year of detailed leaks and rumors, Valve has finally pulled back the curtain on several new hardware products. Starting sometime in the first quarter of next year, users will be able to bring SteamOS into the living room or strap it to their faces while playing with redesigned...

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Google is asking developers to "raise the bar" on battery efficiency. New Android metrics will give programmers deeper insight into how their apps consume power – but they'll need to act quickly. Apps that drain excessive energy without justification will soon face reduced visibility on the Play Store.

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Actors Matthew McConaughey and Michael Caine are partnering with AI audio company ElevenLabs to produce virtual replications of their voices. The collaboration lets both actors explore new ways to share stories while giving creators and companies controlled access to their vocal likenesses.

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Today's wealthiest technology corporations are chasing transhumanist fantasies under the guidance of science-illiterate leaders, instead of investing more in practical technological solutions. Neurotech experts warn against the "distracted" ideas promoted by Elon Musk, Sam Altman, and other billionaires seeking a transhumanist workaround to nature's planned obsolescence of the human body.

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The Nintendo 64 clone was first teased in 2023 with a due date of late 2024. Once formally introduced, Analogue said the system would ship in time for the holidays… then in Q1 of the following year. Unfortunately, the console maker was unable to meet these deadlines and ended up...

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Google has launched a sweeping legal challenge against a China-based network accused of selling subscription software that enables large-scale phishing operations. Financial Times notes that the search giant's civil complaint, filed in the Southern District of New York, names the operators of a system known as "Lighthouse," which Google says...

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