AI technology Archives

Winsage

April 7, 2025

Real People Using AI And More From Microsoft’s Copilot 50th Anniversary Event

On April 4, Microsoft held a livestream event to celebrate its 50th anniversary, showcasing the evolution of AI capabilities over the past five years and introducing their AI companion, Copilot. The event featured a panel with Chris Suh and his dog, Joonie, and user Elvira, who shared how Copilot helped them manage personal tasks and gain confidence. The discussions highlighted a shift in information-seeking behavior due to AI models like ChatGPT and Copilot, which provide authoritative answers quickly. Suleyman demonstrated Copilot's adaptability through a conversation that showcased its engaging capabilities. The event emphasized the importance of democratizing access to AI technology, noting recent advancements like Google's Gemini that aim to make powerful models available to a wider audience.

Tech Optimizer

April 1, 2025

This Antivirus Software Is So Strong That It Will Humiliate The Bad Guys Of The Cyber World (50% Off)

Bitdefender offers comprehensive protection against current and emerging online threats with a lightweight design that maintains device performance. It is currently providing a 50% discount on its multi-device bundles, including the Total Security bundle, which covers up to five devices across various platforms for an introductory price. The Internet Security and Antivirus Plus bundles are also available at discounted rates for Windows PCs. All bundles include features like File Shredder, Social Network Protection, and safe online banking through Safepay. Bitdefender utilizes advanced AI technology to predict and neutralize threats while optimizing device performance.

Winsage

March 31, 2025

Microsoft is turning 50. Is it ready for the next technological frontier?

Satya Nadella made a significant investment in OpenAI at the end of 2022, positioning Microsoft as a leader in the AI sector and boosting its valuation by over a trillion dollars. As of early 2025, Microsoft faces challenges including reduced data center investments, disappointing stock performance, tensions with OpenAI, and declining market enthusiasm for AI technologies. The company's shares have dropped approximately 16% since peaking in July 2024, and it has experienced a 7% decline this year, making it the only member of the Magnificent 7 tech stocks without a gain over the past twelve months. Microsoft has retreated from ambitious AI infrastructure plans, scrapping data center projects that would have increased its computing power by about 14%. The company is also developing its own AI models while struggling with the market traction of Copilot, which has not advanced beyond initial testing for many organizations. Broader trends indicate a slowdown in AI adoption growth rates among U.S. workers and growing apprehension among CIOs regarding AI expenditures.

Winsage

March 24, 2025

The best Windows laptop for work has one major letdown

HP’s OmniBook Ultra 14 is a premium productivity laptop priced around ,100 for a model with a 1TB drive and 16GB of RAM, and approximately ,300 for a version with 32GB of RAM. It features an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375, a 12-core processor, and offers nearly 13 hours of battery life. The laptop weighs about 1.5kg and measures 1.5cm in thickness, with a design that combines aesthetics and functionality. It includes two USB-C ports with Thunderbolt 4, a 3.5mm jack, and a USB-A port. The QHD IPS touchscreen is bright for indoor use, and it has an integrated camera and microphone for virtual meetings. The AI capabilities include an AI Assistant app and a dedicated Copilot button for Microsoft’s assistant, but the practical applications of the AI technology are limited. Comparatively, the OmniBook Ultra 14 outperforms other laptops in its category, such as the Framework Laptop 13 and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x, particularly in AI capabilities and processing power.

BetaBeacon

March 22, 2025

Droid Life

Gmail is enhancing search results by incorporating more artificial intelligence into its platform. The new AI integration prioritizes search results based on relevance, rather than just displaying them in chronological order.

AppWizard

March 21, 2025

Meta AI arrives in Europe (for real)

Meta AI, the generative AI digital assistant from Meta, has launched in Europe after a year and a half since its initial release. The rollout includes generative text capabilities across WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger in 41 European countries and 21 additional territories worldwide. European users will only interact with Meta AI as a text chatbot, lacking features for generating or editing images and the ability to interpret photographs, which are available in the U.S. Meta AI has not been trained with data from EU users. The launch followed nearly a year of collaboration with European regulators regarding security and privacy.

AppWizard

March 19, 2025

WhatsApp could soon help add sarcasm and puns to your next message (APK teardown)

WhatsApp is developing an AI-based text rewriting tool that will allow users to modify the style and tone of their messages. An APK teardown of version 2.25.8.5 reveals a Pencil button above the send button, which will lead to a text editor for rewriting messages. The anticipated options include Funny, Proofread, Puns, Rephrase, Sarcastic, Shorter, Spooky, and Supportive. The Proofread option will check spelling and grammar, while the other selections will enable creative alterations. Additionally, a photo collage option for status updates has been identified, indicating a focus on enhancing user engagement. The feature is still under development, and its rollout remains uncertain.

AppWizard

March 17, 2025

Horizon actor says she is worried over AI in game development

Ashly Burch, the voice of Aloy in the Horizon series, expressed concerns about the increasing use of artificial intelligence in game development. In a TikTok post, she discussed a leaked tech demo from Guerrilla Games that featured an AI-generated version of her character. Although Guerrilla assured her that her performance and data were not used in the demo, Burch's worries extend to the future of game performance as an art form. Her concerns are amplified by the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike, which focuses on the implications of AI technology in the gaming industry and seeks protections against its potential misuse.

AppWizard

March 17, 2025

The Assistant experience on mobile is upgrading to Gemini

The evolution of Google Assistant began in 2016, leading to the introduction of Gemini as the next iteration of AI-powered assistance. Millions are transitioning from Google Assistant to Gemini, with plans to migrate more mobile users in the coming months. The classic Google Assistant will be phased out on most mobile devices, with new downloads ceasing later this year. The upgrade will also extend to tablets, vehicles, and accessories that sync with smartphones, as well as home devices. Since its launch, the Gemini app is now available in over 40 languages across more than 200 countries, with updates introducing features like music playback and timer settings. Gemini includes innovations such as Gemini Live for dynamic conversations and Deep Research for personal research assistance.

Winsage

March 15, 2025

Windows Central Podcast: Could we see the future of Windows and Copilot next month?

The Windows Central Podcast episode features hosts Daniel and Zac discussing the upcoming Microsoft event on April 4, speculating on potential announcements. They cover developments related to Windows 11 and its Copilot feature, delays affecting Apple's Siri, and Xbox Project Kennan.