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AppWizard

December 4, 2025

Opera wants to save you from the chaos of switching between AI apps

Opera has updated its Android application to allow users to switch between various search engines and AI models directly from the browser's address bar. The new Ask AI button enables users to attach files, including photos and PDFs, for tasks like translation or summarization, and allows users to attach entire tabs for follow-up questions about webpage content. This update reduces the need to switch between multiple AI chatbot applications, enhancing the browsing experience. Opera has implemented privacy measures to restrict the AI's access to only the context of the shared tab, ensuring it does not access browsing history or other activities. The update is being rolled out on the Play Store.

AppWizard

December 3, 2025

Gemini is getting a ChatGPT-flavored tweak and new Maps features

Gemini is set to unveil a redesigned tool menu that resembles OpenAI's ChatGPT interface, featuring a sliding menu that integrates various functionalities like image and video generation. A new voice input feature will allow continuous recording by pressing and holding the microphone icon. Gemini will enhance its Maps integration with detailed place recommendations and the ability to export curated lists to Google Maps. Additionally, a new Labs icon in the Gemini Live interface suggests potential experimental features may be introduced soon.

Winsage

December 1, 2025

Microsoft confirms that its new AI agent in Windows 11 hallucinates like every other chatbot and poses security risks to users

Microsoft has introduced agentic AI capabilities for Windows 11 through the 26220.7262 update, aligning with the trend of using large language models to enhance user experiences. The company has warned about potential risks associated with these new features, including the possibility of "hallucinations" and "novel security risks," specifically highlighting a vulnerability known as cross-prompt injection (XPIA). This flaw could allow malicious content to override agent instructions, leading to unintended actions like data exfiltration or malware installation. Microsoft’s move to integrate these AI features reflects a response to competitive pressures in the tech industry, despite the known flaws and security vulnerabilities associated with them.

AppWizard

December 1, 2025

OpenAI Tests Ads in ChatGPT Android Beta, Sparking Privacy Fears

OpenAI is testing advertising features in the beta version of the ChatGPT Android app, indicating a shift towards monetization to diversify revenue streams amid rising operational costs. Leaked code suggests features like “bazaar content,” “search ad,” and “search ads carousel,” which could integrate ads alongside user interactions. Speculation points to a potential ad rollout as early as 2026. OpenAI has recently hired advertising engineers to support this initiative, which aims to utilize user data from billions of daily prompts for targeted advertising. Concerns about privacy and user trust have emerged, with users worried about the monetization of personal conversations. The advertising strategy positions OpenAI against competitors like Google and Meta, who already monetize through ads. The introduction of shopping research features in ChatGPT may enhance commerce integrations with sponsored recommendations. User reactions have been mixed, with some expressing excitement over new opportunities while others feel betrayed by the potential commercialization of personal data.

AppWizard

November 24, 2025

How to win at Gift of the Gab in Where Winds Meet without tearing your hair out

Gift of the Gab is a minigame in Where Winds Meet that requires players to unlock the Scholar profession by completing the Legacy: Scholar's Path quest to succeed. Players must reach level 13 and finish the Gift of the Gab: Silver Tongue exploration quest, initiated by speaking to Song Jiu at Heaven's Pier. The game features two modes: Rhetoric Duel and Free Persuasion. In Rhetoric Duel, players choose from four styles—Bluster, Provocation, Rebuttal, and Filibuster—each with strengths against one another. Players aim to counter opponents' arguments using cards while managing their Inspiration points and depleting the opponent's mental focus bar. Matches end when a player's mental focus is exhausted or the timer runs out. Players can revisit challenges to improve their chances in future encounters.

AppWizard

November 24, 2025

NotebookLM is so great, Google is adding even more ways to access it

Google is enhancing its Gemini platform by integrating it with applications like Google Photos and Messages, and is considering adding NotebookLM as a Connected App. Currently, Gemini connects with YouTube Music and various Google Workspace applications. The anticipated NotebookLM feature may allow users to import notebooks into the Gemini chatbot, enabling interaction with notebook content without returning to the NotebookLM interface. Google is also exploring linking notebooks as attachments in the text input box of the chatbot. These enhancements aim to improve accessibility and productivity across devices.

Winsage

November 23, 2025

Microsoft faces uphill climb to turn enterprise dominance into widespread AI chatbot adoption

Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella highlighted that over 150 million users are engaging with its Copilot assistant, which aims to enhance productivity in various sectors. However, there are challenges in the enterprise market, with clients hesitant to adopt Copilot licenses and some wanting to reduce their licenses. Copilot, launched as an add-on to Microsoft 365, helps with tasks like summarizing emails and creating presentations. Microsoft has invested heavily in AI, particularly through its Azure cloud infrastructure, which reported a 40% revenue growth. Competing tech companies like Adobe, Google, Salesforce, and Workday are also targeting the enterprise AI market. Despite skepticism, over 90% of Fortune 500 companies use Microsoft 365 Copilot, and some organizations have purchased large numbers of licenses. To encourage adoption, Microsoft plans to introduce a new tier for Microsoft 365 Copilot Business and has offered discounts in the past. Companies like Land O'Lakes and Pearson have successfully integrated Copilot into their operations. Microsoft is also collaborating with Anthropic to enhance its AI offerings. Daily usage of Copilot among commercial sales and support staff has increased, indicating growing internal traction.

Winsage

November 22, 2025

Microsoft’s head of AI doesn’t understand why people don’t like AI, and I don’t understand why he doesn’t understand because it’s pretty obvious

Mustafa Suleyman, Microsoft's AI CEO, expressed surprise at the skepticism towards generative AI tools, noting a lack of enthusiasm for advancements that enable fluent conversations with AI. Microsoft is developing "agentic" services, with Pavan Davuluri stating that the operating system is evolving into an agentic OS. Critics have raised concerns about the rapid deployment of generative AI models, citing instances of inaccuracies in performance, such as a chatbot misidentifying geographical locations. There are also ethical concerns regarding the use of copyrighted material for training AI systems and the commercialization of AI technology prioritizing profit over responsible development. The tech industry is at a crucial juncture, emphasizing the need for caution and ethical practices in the evolution of AI.

Winsage

November 20, 2025

Windows 11’s Only New Useful Feature Has Nothing to Do With AI

Microsoft has introduced a range of artificial intelligence features in Windows 11, marking a departure from Windows 10. The Calendar flyout feature, which was absent since October 2021, will return, allowing users to access it by clicking the date and time stamp in the bottom right corner of the screen. The new Copilot chatbot will integrate AI capabilities into various text boxes across the operating system, utilizing the neural processing unit (NPU) of modern PCs to enhance efficiency. The taskbar will include the "Ask Copilot" function and a new Researcher app for facilitating research. Users can opt out of these taskbar apps if desired. The "Fluid dictation" tool will convert speech to text, while Microsoft 365 applications will use AI for email summaries and automatic alt-text for images. An "Agent Mode" will enable users to create documents and spreadsheets based on simple prompts. At the Ignite 2025 conference, Microsoft emphasized its vision of Windows 11 as an "agentic" operating system capable of executing complex tasks autonomously, although this raises concerns about data security.

Winsage

November 19, 2025

Critics scoff after Microsoft warns AI feature can infect machines and pilfer data

User safety measures in AI security depend on user engagement with dialog windows that outline risks and require consent. However, users may not fully understand these prompts or may become habituated to clicking "yes," which diminishes the effectiveness of security measures. Earlence Fernandes, an AI security professor, highlighted that reliance on user interaction can compromise security boundaries. The rise of "ClickFix" attacks illustrates vulnerabilities when users are misled, and factors like user fatigue or emotional distress can lead to mistakes. Critics argue that companies like Microsoft use warnings more as legal safeguards than genuine protective measures, shifting liability to users. This concern extends to other major tech companies, which often change AI features from optional to default settings without user consent.