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Google Pixel 10 and 11 may feature major camera and AI enhancements
Future Pixel innovations: Google's ambitious roadmap for camera and AI upgrades: Google's upcoming Pixel 10 and Pixel 11 smartphones are set to receive significant enhancements in camera capabilities and AI features, according to leaked internal documents. Pixel 10 camera improvements: The Pixel 10 series, expected to launch in 2025, will reportedly feature the new Tensor G5 chipset. A major upgrade includes support for 4K 60fps HDR video recording, an improvement over the Pixel 9's 30fps limitation. The Tensor G5 chip is said to be capable of running stable Diffusion-based models locally, potentially enabling on-device AI-powered image processing. Pixel 11's revolutionary...
read Oct 29, 2024iOS 18.2 to feature ChatGPT and Visual AI in December update
Upcoming iOS update introduces advanced AI features: Apple's iOS 18.2, set for public release in December, will bring a suite of new Apple Intelligence features, significantly enhancing the iPhone's AI capabilities. The update will introduce Visual Intelligence, an AI-powered vision feature exclusive to the upcoming iPhone 16 model. Visual Intelligence will combine Apple's AI technology with the device's camera, enabling users to scan and analyze objects, translate text, look up business details, and scan QR codes. This feature represents a major leap in iPhone's ability to interpret and interact with the user's visual environment. Enhanced writing assistance: The Writing Tools...
read Oct 29, 2024Apple’s iOS 18.1 update may fall short of your expectations
Apple's AI debut: A cautious first step: Apple has released its initial version of Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, marking the company's entry into the AI-enhanced operating system arena. The release introduces several new features, including Writing Tools for text assistance, notification summaries, and a Clean Up feature in Photos. A redesigned Siri interface is also part of the update, although its functional improvements appear limited at this stage. Despite Apple's promotion of this release as a "new chapter in Apple innovation," the initial offering feels somewhat underwhelming compared to expectations. Key features and...
read Oct 29, 2024Don’t have an iPhone? Here are 5 other tools that also let you use ‘visual AI’
Visual AI revolution in smartphones: Apple's Visual Intelligence, introduced with the iPhone 16, marks a significant advancement in smartphone capabilities, integrating machine learning and advanced image processing for real-time image analysis and information retrieval. Visual Intelligence allows users to analyze images using AI, identifying objects and text within photos and initiating contextual searches directly from the iOS 18 interface. The feature is designed to make searches and information retrieval more accessible and intuitive, streamlining everyday interactions with images. Alternatives for older devices: For users with older phones lacking access to Visual Intelligence, several free AI tools offer similar functionalities for...
read Oct 28, 2024Google develops AI-powered chat feature to enhance Search
Google's AI-powered voice search: A new frontier in mobile search technology: Google is developing an innovative AI-powered voice search feature for its Android app, aiming to enhance user experience through conversational query refinement. Key features and functionality: The new AI search tool is designed to use follow-up questions to refine user queries, potentially revolutionizing how people interact with mobile search. Discovered through an APK teardown of the Google app beta version 15.43.36.28, the feature is still in development and not fully implemented. Code strings suggest an AI mode with close and enter buttons, a prompt for follow-up questions, a listening...
read Oct 28, 2024How the rise of AI agents may signal an end to the app economy era
The evolution of digital interaction: The rise of AI agents and advanced digital assistants may signal a significant shift away from the traditional app economy, potentially revolutionizing how we interact with our devices and access services. The current app landscape: Users typically rely on numerous applications for various aspects of their daily lives, from banking and travel to work and entertainment. Mobile devices and tablets are often cluttered with dozens, if not hundreds, of apps organized into folders for ease of access. Users frequently grant these apps extensive access to personal data to ensure optimal functionality, often without fully considering...
read Oct 28, 2024iOS 18.1 has arrived — here’s how to access it and what’s inside
iOS 18.1 Release: A New Era of Apple Intelligence Apple has officially rolled out iOS 18.1, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of its mobile operating system and introducing the first wave of Apple Intelligence features to compatible iPhones. Key features and availability: iOS 18.1 brings a host of new capabilities, including enhanced customization options and the initial rollout of Apple's artificial intelligence tools. The update is available for download as of 11 am ET today, October 28, 2024. Compatible devices include the iPhone 16 lineup, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Users can expect improvements to...
read Oct 28, 2024Get Apple Intelligence on iPhone, iPad and Mac in these easy steps
Apple Intelligence Arrives on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS: Apple's new AI-powered suite of tools, known as Apple Intelligence, is now available for compatible iPhones, iPads, and Macs, bringing advanced features like Writing Tools, Clean Up, Notification Summaries, and a redesigned Siri. Device compatibility and software requirements: Apple Intelligence is supported on a wide range of devices, but specific software versions are necessary to access the new features. iOS 18.1 is required for iPhones iPadOS 18.1 is needed for iPads macOS Sequoia 15.1 is the prerequisite for Macs A list of compatible devices is available, though not provided in this summary...
read Oct 28, 2024Galaxy Tab S9 to get AI features in new update
Galaxy Tab S9 to gain Galaxy AI key functionality: Samsung's upcoming One UI 7 update will enable Galaxy Tab S9 and Galaxy Tab S9 FE users to utilize the Galaxy AI key found on Tab S10 keyboard covers, enhancing cross-compatibility between generations. The Galaxy Tab S10 series accessories, including covers and keyboards, are already compatible with Tab S9 devices, allowing users to reuse their existing accessories. Currently, the Galaxy AI key on Tab S10 keyboard covers does not function when paired with Tab S9 tablets. Samsung has confirmed that the One UI 7 update will bring Galaxy AI key compatibility...
read Oct 26, 2024Meta releases ‘quantized models’ to efficiently run AI on mobile devices
Quantized Llama models: A leap forward in mobile AI: Meta has released lightweight quantized versions of their Llama 3.2 1B and 3B language models, designed to run efficiently on popular mobile devices while maintaining high performance and accuracy. Key advancements in model efficiency: The quantized models achieve a 2-4x speedup compared to their original counterparts. Model size has been reduced by an average of 56%. Memory usage has decreased by an average of 41%. These improvements enable on-device AI capabilities with enhanced privacy and speed. Quantization techniques employed: Quantization-Aware Training with LoRA adaptors (QLoRA): This method prioritizes accuracy by simulating...
read Oct 26, 2024Realme confirms AI features in upcoming smartphone release
Realme GT 7 Pro: Mars-inspired design and AI features unveiled: Realme is set to launch its latest flagship smartphone, the GT 7 Pro, on November 4th in China, with an Indian release to follow shortly after. Design inspired by the Red Planet: The Realme GT 7 Pro's back panel showcases a unique Mars-inspired design, dubbed the 'Mars Exploration Edition'. The phone features a gradient-flowing design reminiscent of the Martian landscape, with the teaser image displaying an orange color option. Realme employs a multi-layered hot-forging AG process to achieve the Mars-like surface texture, allowing for precise temperature control and pressure application....
read Oct 26, 2024Survey shows smartphone buyers prioritize battery life over AI features
AI features not yet driving smartphone upgrades: Despite Apple's focus on Apple Intelligence for the iPhone 16, a recent survey reveals that most consumers prioritize basic features like battery life over AI capabilities when considering smartphone upgrades. A CNET survey representative of US adults found that only 10% of smartphone owners currently use AI for tasks like photo editing, while 12% use generative AI services such as ChatGPT. Just 14% of respondents expressed excitement about future AI features on smartphones. AI integrations are the main motivator for upgrading phones for only 18% of those surveyed. Consumer priorities for smartphone upgrades:...
read Oct 25, 2024Meta beats Apple and Google in the race to put powerful AI on mobile devices
AI comes to your pocket: Meta's breakthrough in mobile AI technology: Meta Platforms has developed compressed versions of its Llama artificial intelligence models that can run efficiently on smartphones and tablets, potentially revolutionizing how we interact with AI in our daily lives. Technological innovation driving mobile AI: Meta's achievement in compressing large language models for mobile devices represents a significant leap forward in AI accessibility and functionality. The company has created smaller versions of its Llama 3.2 1B and 3B models that run up to four times faster while using less than half the memory of earlier versions. These compressed...
read Oct 23, 2024Samsung expands Galaxy AI to more languages and dialects
Galaxy AI expands linguistic reach: Samsung is set to enhance its Galaxy AI suite by introducing support for additional languages and dialects, broadening the accessibility of its AI tools to a wider global audience. Samsung's Galaxy AI, which debuted with the Galaxy S24 series, currently supports 16 languages and several regional dialects. The company plans to add four new languages and two dialects by the end of the year, starting with Turkish, Dutch, Swedish, Romanian, traditional Chinese, and Portuguese (Europe) rolling out by the end of the month. These new language packs will be available for download through the Settings...
read Oct 23, 2024Apple’s software lead explains company’s slow approach to AI in new video
Apple's approach to AI integration: Craig Federighi, Apple's software lead, explains the company's strategy for implementing AI features, emphasizing a focus on personalization and privacy rather than replicating existing chatbot technologies. Apple aims to create deeply integrated AI experiences that understand individual users, rather than adding a separate chatbot to their products. The company's approach prioritizes privacy, utilizing on-device processing and Private Cloud Compute to protect user information. Federighi contrasts Apple's method with less secure chatbot servers, highlighting the importance of encrypted communication and data privacy. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fr8ALcEiYAk[/embed] Timeline and development process: Apple is taking a measured approach to rolling out...
read Oct 22, 2024Google’s AI may soon text and make phone calls for you
Gemini's expanded functionality: Google's AI assistant, Gemini Live, is set to receive a significant update that will allow it to make calls and send messages from locked Android phones, further solidifying its position as the replacement for Google Assistant. Android Authority discovered unreleased code indicating that Gemini will soon be able to perform these actions without requiring users to unlock their devices. This feature is currently exclusive to Google Assistant, but its extension to Gemini suggests a continued shift towards making Gemini the primary AI assistant on Android devices. Users will have the option to enable or disable this functionality...
read Oct 22, 2024Why Qualcomm’s new chip is a big deal if you’re an Android user
Qualcomm's game-changing mobile processor: The newly unveiled Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset promises to meaningfully improve performance of Android flagship phones with advanced on-device AI processing capabilities and enhanced performance. Key features and improvements: The Snapdragon 8 Elite boasts significant upgrades in processing power, graphics performance, and AI capabilities, setting a new standard for mobile platforms. Powered by a second-generation Qualcomm Oryon CPU, Qualcomm Adreno GPU, and an enhanced Qualcomm Hexagon NPU Features a 24MB total cache, 4.32 GHz CPU max frequency, 45% single-core improvement, and 62% faster web browsing Optimized for on-device AI tasks, including image generation and text translation...
read Oct 22, 2024Apple Intelligence will have a waitlist — here’s how to jump the line
A Game-Changing Update with Limited Access: Apple is set to introduce its first Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18.1, but access will be restricted to specific iPhone models and controlled through a waitlist system. Compatible Devices and Waitlist System: The rollout of Apple Intelligence features will be carefully managed to ensure a smooth user experience. Apple Intelligence will only be available on iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models, as well as iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. Users with compatible devices will need to join a waitlist through Settings ⇾ Apple Intelligence & Siri after installing iOS 18.1. The duration...
read Oct 22, 2024Samsung’s hidden setting disables all cloud AI features
Samsung's hidden AI privacy setting: Samsung has introduced a discreet yet powerful feature allowing users to restrict Galaxy AI processes to run exclusively on their devices, enhancing data privacy and control. The setting, found under Advanced features > Advanced intelligence, enables users to "Process data only on device," preventing any data from being sent to Samsung's servers for AI processing. This option provides users with greater control over their personal information, addressing growing concerns about data privacy in the age of widespread AI integration. Impact on Galaxy AI features: Enabling the on-device only processing option affects various Galaxy AI features...
read Oct 21, 2024Qualcomm claims its Snapdragon 8 Elite is the fastest mobile CPU ever
Qualcomm's revolutionary mobile CPU: Qualcomm has unveiled its Snapdragon 8 Elite, claiming it to be the world's fastest mobile centralized processing unit (CPU), set to power a new era of on-device generative AI. The Snapdragon 8 Elite features Qualcomm's second-generation custom Qualcomm Oryon CPU, designed to handle multi-modal AI complexities while prioritizing privacy. Leading manufacturers and smartphone brands, including Samsung, Xiaomi, and OnePlus, are expected to launch devices powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite in the coming weeks. The new system-on-chip product balances efficiency and performance, with the Hexagon NPU delivering 12 times the performance of its predecessor, while the...
read Oct 21, 2024Android users are getting better AI features, and Apple knows it
Apple's AI Catch-Up Game: Apple is preparing to release its first set of AI features, but the company appears to be significantly behind its competitors in the artificial intelligence space. Internal Apple studies have found OpenAI's ChatGPT to be 25% more accurate than Siri and capable of answering 30% more questions. The initial release of Apple Intelligence features is considered underwhelming by many, with more exciting capabilities not expected for several months. Some Apple employees believe the company's generative AI technology is more than two years behind industry leaders. Limited Initial Release: The first batch of Apple Intelligence features will...
read Oct 21, 2024Apple skips iPad 11 refresh to focus on AI advancements
Apple's strategic pause in iPad updates: Apple's decision to skip refreshing the base model iPad this year appears to be driven by its commitment to incorporating Apple Intelligence across its product line. The company recently updated the iPad mini with an A17 Pro chip and Apple Intelligence support, but unexpectedly left the base model iPad unchanged. The current base iPad, now over two years old, is equipped with an A14 chip that was already two years old at launch. Evolution of the base iPad: Apple's entry-level iPad has undergone significant changes since its introduction in 2017, balancing affordability with essential...
read Oct 17, 2024Pixel 8 series may soon get exclusive Pixel 9 app
Pixel Studio expansion on the horizon: Google appears to be preparing to extend its Pixel Studio app, currently exclusive to the Pixel 9 series, to older Pixel models, particularly the Pixel 8 lineup. The Pixel Studio app, which leverages on-device AI and Google's Imagen 3 AI model, allows users to generate images from text prompts. Evidence suggests that the app may soon be available on the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel 8a devices. Technical clues pointing to broader availability: Recent developments in app distribution channels and software updates hint at Google's intentions to expand Pixel Studio's reach. A...
read Oct 17, 2024The official NBA app is getting a suite of new AI features
NBA App Unveils Major Upgrades for 2024-2025 Season: The National Basketball Association (NBA) has announced significant enhancements to its official app, introducing a range of new features designed to elevate the fan experience for the upcoming 2024-2025 season. Multiview Functionality: The NBA app now offers a groundbreaking multiview feature, allowing fans to watch up to four games simultaneously on NBA League Pass. This feature is available on connected devices, providing subscribers with an unprecedented level of control over their viewing experience. The multiview capability is expected to be particularly popular among fantasy basketball players and die-hard fans who want to...
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