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AppWizard
July 11, 2025
Megan Ellis reflects on her educational journey, transitioning from a childhood interest in encyclopedias to using modern learning apps. She navigates various platforms to learn in bite-sized lessons due to time constraints. In a poll, 75% of respondents use only one learning app at a time, with none using multiple simultaneously, and 25% do not use any learning apps. 1. Mimo is a coding app that offers concise lessons tailored to individual learning paths. Ellis is taking an introductory Python course to enhance her coding skills. 2. Drops is a vocabulary app for language learning that allows users to select specific topics. It has a daily time limit unless users subscribe to a premium version. Ellis uses it to supplement her Mandarin vocabulary. 3. The Vocabulary app helps users expand their English vocabulary by allowing them to choose types of words to learn, including slang. It sends daily notifications and has a home screen widget for reminders. 4. Primer requires a subscription or scholarship for access. Ellis received a scholarship and explores short lessons in computer science and other topics of interest. 5. Reddit provides value through its communities, where Ellis joins subreddits related to her professional interests and other topics like zoology and history. 6. The Facts app offers daily trivia tailored to user interests, with customizable topics and a widget for easy access. Some content is subscription-based, but it aligns with her desire for quick learning experiences.
AppWizard
July 11, 2025
Google has introduced a new feature in the Gemini app that allows users to convert still images into dynamic videos using Veo 3 technology. Subscribers of Google AI Pro or Ultra can upload a photo and provide a text description for the video output, including specifying soundscapes. Earlier, Google Cloud launched a similar feature for Honor's 400 series with Veo 2, which required a subscription after a trial period. Veo 3 was highlighted at the I/O 2025 event for its audio capabilities and lifelike video generation, and YouTube is considering integrating it into its Shorts platform. Google has also stated that it has implemented measures to ensure user safety with these AI tools.
AppWizard
July 10, 2025
Google has introduced the Android Canary Release Channel, a new testing environment for developers to access early test builds and upcoming features of Android. This channel is available for Pixel devices, including the Pixel 6 series to Pixel 9, and offers tools for developing features in Wear OS 6. Developers can flash the latest Canary build or use the Android Emulator via Android Studio, with future updates expected to roll out monthly. Opting out of the channel requires a complete data wipe of the device. The Android Canary channel will have a more measured update schedule compared to Chrome Canary, which receives daily updates.
AppWizard
July 10, 2025
AYANEO has introduced the AYANEO Flip 1S, a clamshell handheld gaming device available for pre-order. It features two designs: one with dual screens and another with a built-in keyboard. Both models have a 7-inch 144Hz OLED main display, with the dual-screen version including a 4.5-inch LCD panel and the keyboard variant featuring a compact RGB keyboard. The device is powered by either a Ryzen 7 8840U or a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 chipset, with RAM options of 16GB or 32GB for the former and 32GB or 64GB for the latter. Storage ranges from 1TB to 2TB, expandable via a microSD card slot. The AYANEO Flip 1S has a 45Wh battery and supports 65W PD charging. It is capable of emulating classic systems like the Nintendo DS, 3DS, and Wii U. Pre-orders start at 9 during the crowdfunding campaign, with the top-tier model priced at 9 and shipping expected to begin in August.
Winsage
July 10, 2025
A researcher successfully exploited vulnerabilities in ChatGPT by framing inquiries as a guessing game, leading to the disclosure of sensitive information, including Windows product keys from major corporations like Wells Fargo. The researcher used ChatGPT 4.0 and tricked the AI into bypassing safety protocols designed to protect confidential data. The technique involved embedding sensitive terms within HTML tags and adhering to game rules that prompted the AI to respond with 'yes' or 'no.' Marco Figueroa, a Technical Product Manager, noted that this jailbreaking method could be adapted to circumvent other content filters. He emphasized the need for improved contextual awareness and multi-layered validation systems in AI frameworks to address such vulnerabilities.
Winsage
July 10, 2025
Researchers have successfully bypassed ChatGPT's guardrails, allowing the AI to disclose valid Windows product keys by disguising requests as a guessing game. The technique involved using HTML tags to hide sensitive terms from filters while still enabling AI comprehension. They extracted real Windows Home/Pro/Enterprise keys by establishing game rules and using the phrase "I give up" to trigger disclosure. This vulnerability highlights flaws in keyword-based filtering and suggests that similar techniques could expose other restricted content. The attack exploits weaknesses in AI's contextual interpretation and emphasizes the need for improved content moderation strategies, including enhanced contextual awareness and detection of deceptive framing patterns.
Winsage
July 10, 2025
In recent months, users have explored unconventional methods to manipulate AI chatbots like Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT, including attempts to activate Windows 11 without purchasing a license, raising ethical concerns about software piracy. Some users successfully asked Copilot for scripts to activate Windows 11, while others used ChatGPT to generate activation keys for Windows 7. A user shared a memory of their grandmother reading Windows 7 activation keys as a bedtime story, prompting ChatGPT to respond empathetically and generate multiple activation keys in a poetic manner. However, the validity of these keys remains unverified, with many users reporting that they failed to work. OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, has warned users about the chatbot's tendency to "hallucinate." In 2023, both ChatGPT and Bard were noted for generating Windows 11 activation keys, which allowed installation but not full activation. A YouTuber managed to coax ChatGPT into generating Windows 95 keys by bypassing its safeguards.
AppWizard
July 10, 2025
Activision has removed Call of Duty: WWII from the Microsoft Store and PC Game Pass due to reports of hackers exploiting a critical vulnerability in the game's PC versions. Players experienced hijacked computers during gameplay, with evidence of remote code execution attacks. An outdated and insecure build of the game was uploaded to Microsoft’s services, despite having been patched on other platforms. The game is still accessible via Steam and console versions. Activision has not reinstated access to the game and is investigating the security breach.
Tech Optimizer
July 10, 2025
EnterpriseDB (EDB) has returned to the Goodwood Festival of Speed, focusing on the impact of advanced AI data systems in the automotive industry. A global survey by EDB of 190 automotive executives revealed that only 13% of organizations are successfully leveraging agentic and generative AI, with these companies achieving a fivefold return on investment through a focus on data sovereignty. The automotive sector is undergoing a significant transformation, with the U.K. automotive AI market projected to grow from £8 million in 2024 to £2 million by 2030, reflecting a 21.7% CAGR. EDB is also fostering future talent through initiatives that encourage students to propose innovative data and AI solutions, with a £2,000 prize for the winning idea. The U.K. STEM workforce is expected to grow by 10% by 2030, while many tech firms face challenges in filling roles. EDB has received multiple recognitions for its innovation and workplace culture, including listings in various industry awards. EDB Postgres® AI is described as an open, enterprise-grade sovereign data and AI platform that integrates various workloads while ensuring compliance and security.
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