News/Leaks & Rumors
Analysts Believe Apple Intelligence Features Likely to Remain Free (for Now)
The big picture: Apple's highly anticipated AI-driven software update, Apple Intelligence, is set to bring a host of new features to iPhones, iPads, and Macs, with initial offerings likely to be free for users. Mark Gurman, a reputable Apple analyst, suggests that paid features for Apple Intelligence are probably at least three years away, contradicting earlier reports of imminent subscription fees. The first wave of Apple Intelligence features is expected to be released around October, coinciding with the launch of the iPhone 16 line. Even when paid features are introduced, the existing suite of Apple Intelligence capabilities is likely to...
read Aug 12, 2024OpenAI’s Project Strawberry Hints at Major AI Reasoning Breakthrough
OpenAI's potential Project Strawberry is sparking excitement in the AI community for its potential to showcase reasoning skills well beyond what currently exists in the AI models market. The big picture: OpenAI may be on the verge of releasing a new AI model, potentially named "Project Strawberry," which could represent a major advancement in AI reasoning capabilities and bring us closer to artificial general intelligence (AGI). Rumors and cryptic social media posts, including a strawberry plant photo shared by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, have fueled speculation about an imminent announcement. The new model is expected to be a significant upgrade...
read Aug 11, 2024Apple’s Budget iPhone SE May Get AI Upgrade in 2025
The next big leap: Apple's budget-friendly iPhone SE is poised for a significant upgrade, potentially incorporating Apple Intelligence features and a modern design, which could reshape the company's smartphone strategy. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that the next iPhone SE, expected as early as 2025, is likely to include Apple Intelligence features. This development would mark a significant shift for the SE line, which has traditionally offered older designs with updated internals at a lower price point. Design evolution: The upcoming iPhone SE is rumored to adopt a more contemporary appearance, moving away from its traditional recycled design approach. The new...
read Aug 10, 2024Here’s When to Expect AI on Your iPhone
Apple's AI suite, dubbed Apple Intelligence, is set to debut on compatible devices later this year, marking a significant step in the company's foray into artificial intelligence for its consumer products. Release timeline and compatibility: Apple Intelligence will be available to the public with the release of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, expected to launch in late October 2024. Based on Apple's historical release patterns, the update is likely to arrive between October 23 and October 28, 2024. The initial release of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia, expected in mid-to-late September, will not include Apple...
read Aug 9, 2024Analyst: Apple Intelligence May Cost $20 per Month
The big picture: Apple is poised to enter the artificial intelligence arena with its Apple Intelligence features, currently in beta testing, sparking speculation about potential monetization strategies and their impact on the company's service revenue. Key features of Apple Intelligence: The upcoming iOS 18.1 beta introduces a suite of AI-powered capabilities aimed at enhancing user experience and productivity across Apple's ecosystem. Apple Intelligence includes advanced summarization features for notifications, emails, and voice memos, streamlining information management for users. Smart Reply functionality in Apple Mail is set to improve email communication efficiency. Siri, Apple's virtual assistant, is slated for significant upgrades,...
read Aug 8, 2024Samsung Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 Foldable Phones Will Reportedly Support Gemini Nano AI
Samsung's latest foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6, have taken a significant step in mobile AI integration by incorporating Google's Gemini Nano, marking them as the first foldable devices to support this on-device lightweight language model. Gemini Nano integration and current usage: Samsung's newest foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6, are pioneering the integration of Google's Gemini Nano, a lightweight on-device large language model. These devices are the first foldables to support Gemini Nano, showcasing Samsung's commitment to advancing AI capabilities in mobile technology. Currently, Gemini Nano's primary application on...
read Aug 8, 2024Google’s New Pixel 9 Pro XL Pushes AI Boundaries
Pixel 9 Pro XL: Google's next flagship unveiled: Leaks and rumors have provided a comprehensive look at Google's upcoming Pixel 9 Pro XL, showcasing impressive hardware specifications and innovative AI-driven features. Pricing and availability: The Pixel 9 Pro XL is expected to enter the premium smartphone market with a starting price of $1,099 for the 128GB model. Google is set to officially unveil the Pixel 9 series on August 13, giving consumers a complete picture of the new lineup. While the 128GB model is confirmed, there are indications that a 1TB storage option may also be available for users requiring...
read Aug 8, 2024Apple Intelligence Beta Testers Find “Do Not Hallucinate” in System Prompts
Apple's forthcoming AI features, collectively known as Apple Intelligence, are undergoing beta testing, revealing the company's approach to addressing common AI pitfalls and ensuring responsible implementation. Uncovering Apple's AI guidelines: Testers of the macOS Sequoia beta have discovered plaintext JSON files containing prompts designed to guide the behavior of Apple's AI features. These files are located in a specific folder on Macs running the beta version with Apple Intelligence enabled. The prompts provide valuable insights into Apple's strategy for keeping its AI narrowly focused and factual. Many of the instructions are utilitarian, describing the intended behavior for features like Smart...
read Aug 8, 2024WhatsApp Tests Voice Commands for Meta AI
WhatsApp is testing a new feature that would allow users to send voice messages to Meta AI, potentially expanding the ways users can interact with the artificial intelligence assistant within the popular messaging app. Beta testing underway: The voice messaging feature for Meta AI has been spotted in WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.24.16.10, signaling a possible upcoming expansion of AI interaction options for users. A screenshot from the beta version shows a new button added to the chat interface specifically for sending voice messages to Meta AI. This feature enables select beta testers to communicate with Meta AI using...
read Aug 8, 2024Apple’s AI Strategy Prioritizes Accuracy and Safety, Leaked Prompts Show
Key discovery: Hidden prompts found in macOS Sequoia's developer beta reveal Apple's strategy to enhance the accuracy and safety of its AI features, including Smart Reply in Apple Mail and Memories in Apple Photos. A Reddit user uncovered these hidden prompts in the developer's beta for macOS 15.1, offering insights into Apple's approach to AI implementation. The prompts provide specific instructions to Apple Intelligence on how to respond, what format to use, and what to avoid, with a strong emphasis on preventing hallucinations and factual inaccuracies. Smart Reply feature guidelines: Apple's AI is instructed to identify relevant questions from emails...
read Aug 7, 2024OpenAI’s Cryptic Tease Ignites AI Breakthrough Speculation
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's cryptic social media post has ignited speculation about a potentially groundbreaking new AI model, sparking excitement and debate within the tech community about the future of artificial intelligence and its capabilities. The subtle hint: Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, shared an image on X featuring strawberries growing in a garden, accompanied by the caption "i love summer in the garden." This seemingly innocuous post has fueled rumors about a new OpenAI foundation model codenamed "Strawberry." The AI community is abuzz with speculation that this could be equivalent to the highly anticipated GPT-5 model. Altman's post comes...
read Aug 7, 2024Gemini AI May Come to Personal Gmail Accounts on Android
Gemini expands to personal Gmail accounts on Android: Google's AI assistant Gemini is reportedly becoming available to non-Workspace users on Android devices, potentially broadening its reach to a wider user base. Android expert Mishaal Rahman has observed Gemini appearing for users with personal Gmail accounts on Android, suggesting a significant expansion of the AI tool's availability. Users may need to close and reopen their Gmail app to access the new Gemini features, indicating a gradual rollout process. This development marks a shift from Gemini's previous limited availability, which required either a Google AI premium subscription or a Workspace account. Gemini's...
read Aug 7, 2024Apple Intelligence May Launch on Macs in EU Despite iOS Restrictions
Apple's upcoming AI features, collectively known as Apple Intelligence, are set to roll out this fall with varying availability across regions and devices, particularly in the European Union. Initial rollout plans: Apple Intelligence, a new suite of AI-powered features, is scheduled for release this fall on compatible devices set to U.S. English. The company initially announced that Apple Intelligence would be blocked in the European Union due to potential conflicts with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). This decision raised concerns about the availability of these advanced AI features for users in EU countries. Unexpected developments: Recent evidence suggests that Apple...
read Aug 5, 2024Your Google Earbuds May Soon Come with Gemini’s AI Powers
Google's AI assistant Gemini may soon expand beyond smartphones and tablets to audio devices, potentially changing how users interact with their earbuds and headphones. Gemini's potential expansion to audio devices: Recent code findings in the Google app suggest that the tech giant is preparing to bring its advanced AI assistant to earbuds and headphones. Strings discovered in Google app version 15.31 explicitly mention "Gemini on earbuds" and "Your new AI assistant is on headphones", hinting at the integration of Gemini with audio devices. This move could significantly enhance the capabilities of Google's audio accessories, potentially offering more advanced voice commands,...
read Aug 3, 2024Design Flaw Causes Big Setback for New Nvidia Chip Production
Nvidia's next-generation AI chip faces unexpected production delay, potentially impacting the AI industry and market dynamics. Design flaw disrupts Blackwell B200 chip production: Nvidia, the leading AI chip manufacturer, has encountered a setback in the production of its highly anticipated Blackwell B200 AI chips: The company has reportedly informed Microsoft and at least one other cloud provider about a three-month delay in chip production. The delay is attributed to a design flaw discovered unusually late in the production process, according to sources cited by The Information. Nvidia is now conducting fresh test runs with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) to...
read Aug 2, 2024Google May Integrate Spotify into Gemini AI
A recent APK teardown by Android Authority revealed that Google's Gemini AI may soon support playing music and podcasts through Spotify, providing users with an alternative to YouTube Music. Enhancing Gemini's music capabilities: The extension could significantly expand the assistant's music playback options beyond the currently available YouTube Music extension: Although still a work in progress, the Spotify extension is already accessible on some devices, allowing Gemini to process requests to play songs via Spotify and even play music in the background without launching the Spotify app. Broadening Gemini's extension ecosystem: The potential integration of Spotify highlights Google's efforts to...
read Aug 1, 2024DJI Neo is Affordable Indoor Drone with AI-Subject Tracking
DJI's upcoming indoor-friendly Neo drone promises to be a lightweight, affordable, and feature-packed addition to the company's lineup, potentially expanding the accessibility of aerial photography and videography to a wider audience. Key specifications and features: The leaked retail packaging reveals several notable aspects of the DJI Neo drone that highlight its user-friendly design and capabilities: Weighing just 135 grams, the Neo is designed to be highly portable and easy to handle, making it an attractive option for both beginners and experienced drone enthusiasts looking for a compact, indoor-friendly device. The drone boasts 4K ultra-stabilized video, ensuring high-quality footage even in...
read Aug 1, 2024Google Pixel 9 Pro Prioritizes AI Video Boost Over Native 8K Recording
The Pixel 9 Pro is set to prioritize AI-enhanced video over native 8K recording, according to a recent leak, highlighting Google's continued focus on leveraging artificial intelligence to deliver premium features. Video Boost takes center stage: The Pixel 9 Pro will rely on Google's Video Boost feature to upscale 4K video to 8K using AI, rather than allowing users to capture 8K video directly: Despite the 50MP main lens being capable of shooting 8K video, Google has chosen to prioritize its AI-driven Video Boost feature. Video Boost, which debuted on the Pixel 8 series, enhances captured content by processing it...
read Jul 31, 2024AI Features to Expect in Apple’s iOS 18.1 Beta
Apple has unveiled the iOS 18.1 beta, introducing a range of AI-powered features and enhancements to the iPhone user experience, with a stable release expected in the coming months. Key Takeaways: The iOS 18.1 beta introduces Apple Intelligence features, including an enhanced Siri, AI call recording and transcriptions, and writing tools. While the beta is currently available for developers, the stable release is expected to roll out in September, closely following the iPhone 16 series debut. However, the full-fledged Apple Intelligence rollout may take longer, with sources suggesting these features may be available on iOS by October. Enhanced Siri and...
read Jul 30, 2024Google to Bundle Gemini Advanced with Pixel 9 Pro Smartphones
According to a new report, Google will bundle a valuable AI subscription with its upcoming Pixel 9 Pro smartphones, significantly increasing the appeal of these devices for consumers interested in advanced AI capabilities. Key details of the bundled offer: The report reveals that Google will include a one-year subscription to Google One AI Premium, worth $239.88, with each purchase of a Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, or Pixel 9 Pro Fold smartphone: Google One AI Premium provides 2TB of cloud storage and access to Google's premium Gemini Advanced AI features, enabling the use of the powerful Gemini 1.5...
read Jul 30, 2024OnePlus Ear Buds to Enable AI Call Summaries
Android Authority's OnePlus Buds app teardown reveals a potential new feature allowing users to initiate or end AI call summaries using their earbuds, offering a convenient way to manage call summaries hands-free. Key Takeaways: The teardown of the latest OnePlus Buds app (version 14.8.2) suggests that OnePlus is developing a feature that enables users to start or end AI call summaries using their earbuds: Users will need to triple-tap the stem of their OnePlus Buds to start or end a summary. The AI call summary feature extracts key information from phone calls, such as times, places, and other important details,...
read Jul 29, 2024Google May Add Extensions to Gemini Giving it Much More Power as an Assistant
Google's AI chatbot Gemini is set to receive several powerful new extensions that will significantly expand its capabilities and reach. Key takeaways: An APK teardown by Android Authority revealed evidence of six upcoming extensions for Google Gemini, three of which have not been officially announced yet. The most exciting unannounced extension targets Google Home, allowing Gemini to directly control smart home appliances like lights and switches without having to go through Google Assistant first, potentially making commands much faster. Enhancing phone interactions and utilities: Two other unannounced extensions will enable Gemini to handle phone calls directly and interact with the...
read Jul 25, 2024When to Expect Apple Intelligence on Your Devices
Apple's upcoming AI features, collectively known as Apple Intelligence, won't be immediately available in the iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia betas, but will eventually be added ahead of a launch later this year, albeit still in beta form: Apple Intelligence features are designed for iPhones, iPads, and Macs, but require specific hardware, such as the A15 Bionic chip in the iPhone 15 Pro models or M1 chips in Macs and certain iPad models. While the software updates will be released to the general public in the fall, likely in September, the Apple Intelligence features will still carry a...
read Jul 19, 2024Google Teases AI-Powered Pixel 9 Pro, Confirming Leaks and Embracing Gemini Era
Google embraces leaks by officially teasing the Pixel 9 Pro, highlighting its AI capabilities powered by the Gemini model. Key details from the official teaser: Google has released a video on X (formerly Twitter) showcasing the upcoming Pixel 9 Pro, confirming earlier leaks and highlighting the phone's AI features: The teaser video emphasizes the phone being "built for the Gemini era," referring to Google's powerful AI model that surpasses GPT-4. It playfully suggests that the AI can even help users "let your old phone down easy" by generating a breakup letter, hinting at the phone's advanced AI capabilities. The video...
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