AI writing

AppWizard
February 13, 2026
Markus Persson, the creator of Minecraft, has expressed concerns about the rapid integration of generative AI in programming, describing it as an initiative being "forced down our throats" by "evil" entities. He fears losing creative autonomy and control over coding, comparing AI writing code to AI drafting laws. Persson advises aspiring developers to "Learn. Your. Craft," emphasizing the importance of foundational skills in programming. His views align with some industry leaders who advocate for coding literacy as a fundamental skill, while others, like GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, stress the necessity of mastering AI to remain competitive in the job market.
AppWizard
January 26, 2026
Artificial Intelligence is significantly impacting Android, enhancing user experiences in writing, studying, photo editing, web searching, and task management. Notable AI apps for Android in 2026 include: 1. ChatGPT for Android: A popular app for writing, learning, coding, and answering everyday questions, assisting with emails, article summaries, math problems, code generation, and exam preparation. 2. Google Gemini App: Google's official AI assistant, integrating with Gmail, Google Docs, Maps, and Search, aiding in email writing, summaries, and idea generation. 3. Microsoft Copilot: An AI tool for Office users, providing writing, summarization, and image generation features, particularly useful for Microsoft Word, Excel, or Edge users. 4. Perplexity AI: An AI-powered search tool that offers accurate answers with citations, preferred by users over traditional Google Search. 5. Adobe Firefly: An AI image creation and design app that allows users to generate images, remove backgrounds, and apply AI effects using text prompts. 6. Otter AI: Designed for voice recording and transcription, it provides live voice-to-text, speaker detection, and AI-generated summaries. 7. Notion AI: A paid add-on for note-taking, planning, and writing, assisting with content rewriting, note summarization, and brainstorming. 8. Lensa AI: A paid app for photo enhancement and avatar creation, popular on social media. Free AI apps are suitable for casual users and basic tasks, while paid apps cater to professionals and creators who require more advanced features.
BetaBeacon
September 6, 2025
- Enhanced audio sharing capabilities include pairing two LE Bluetooth Audio headphones to a phone, supporting expanded device support. - Androidify bot allows users to create a custom Android bot using a selfie or prompt, using Gemini 2.5 Flash, Imagen, and Veo 3. - Pixel Drop updates feature Material 3 Expressive, Adaptive Audio, Loud Noise Protection, and Google Maps auto-launch.
AppWizard
September 4, 2025
Google Messages has introduced an upgrade to Gboard that includes AI writing assistance, previously exclusive to Pixel devices, now available on more Android smartphones. Users need the latest version of Gboard for access, which may take time to roll out across devices. Some users, like those with the OnePlus 13, have reported access, while others, such as Galaxy S25 Ultra users, are still waiting. Gboard's AI tools will allow spellchecking, generating alternative message versions, and more, with processing done on-device via Gemini Nano, addressing privacy concerns. To use the AI features, users must tap the writing tools icon in supported apps, which opens suggestions for messages. Options include different writing styles and proofreading capabilities. The AI features require devices with Gemini Nano v2 or higher.
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