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AppWizard

April 14, 2025

Google tests a new home for AI Mode in its Search bar for Android app users

Google is experimenting with a redesign of its AI Mode search launcher, integrating it into the main Search bar of its Android app. This change aims to enhance user engagement with AI functionalities. The updated interface allows users to tap the Search bar while removing the Lens and voice icons. AI Mode was first introduced in early March for a select group of early access users. The new AI Mode button will be distinct from the traditional Search function and aims to improve user understanding of complex subjects by providing advanced reasoning and analytical capabilities. It delivers succinct answers with relevant links and detailed explanations when needed. Google plans to integrate its Gemini technology into AI Mode to introduce multimodal capabilities for more comprehensive responses to complex queries.

Winsage

April 11, 2025

Microsoft Is Ready to Try Again With Recall AI Feature That Screenshots Your Activity

Microsoft's Recall feature is being rolled out in preview mode to Windows Insiders using Copilot PCs powered by Snapdragon technology. The tool allows users to retrieve previously displayed content by searching for keywords, capturing screenshots throughout the day, and using AI for organization. The rollout faced delays due to privacy concerns, leading Microsoft to pause and review security measures. Users must opt in to save snapshots and enroll in Windows Hello for access, with the ability to control what is saved and pause saving at any time.

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.

Winsage

April 6, 2025

I tried Copilot Vision, and it could change how you use Windows forever

Microsoft introduced Copilot Vision during an event celebrating its 50th Anniversary. This feature allows users to point their camera at objects for real-time identification by AI, integrating OpenAI's GPT models for enhanced memory, search, personalization, and visual capabilities. Currently available on the Windows Desktop app, Copilot Vision can recognize open applications without continuous monitoring. It adapts its responses based on the specific application in use, such as providing contextually relevant guidance in Blender 3D and visually indicating tools in Clipchamp. More advanced features are anticipated in the future, but no specific timeline has been provided.

Winsage

November 11, 2024

Microsoft keeps betting on AI for Windows 11, and Arm PCs get even better

Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 build for Windows Insiders in the Canary channel, enhancing the Prism emulator on Arm devices to support additional CPU extensions like AVX and AVX2, allowing x86 applications such as Adobe Premiere Pro to run seamlessly on Arm devices. Vegas Pro, ProtonVPN, and Telegram Desktop have also announced support for Arm. Notepad now features an AI-based Rewrite option that requires AI credits, and Paint has received AI enhancements, though generative fill is currently exclusive to Copilot+ PCs. Paint 3D has been officially delisted from the Microsoft Store due to lack of user interest and complexity.

AppWizard

October 28, 2024

AI game testing bots will make buggy AAA launches a thing of the past

The trend of buggy launches in AAA game development is driven by market pressures prioritizing speed over quality, leading to financial losses, reputational damage, and stressed development teams. The launch of Cyberpunk 2077 in 2020 exemplifies this issue, resulting in CD Projekt Red facing refunds, removal from the PlayStation store, and significant investments in post-release fixes and expansions. Fixing production bugs post-launch can cost studios upwards of 0,000 due to the interconnected nature of game design. Advancements in AI and gaming technology have made it possible to reduce the occurrence of post-launch bugs, with automated testing systems now more effective due to deep learning and increased computational capabilities. The industry's shift towards modular development and the use of third-party tools highlights the inefficiency of manual bug hunting. Successful launches, like Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, demonstrate the benefits of investing in automated QA tools for ensuring smooth releases. Automating testing with AI-powered tools is becoming essential for cost-efficiency and competitiveness in a market that demands high-quality releases.

Winsage

September 4, 2024

Microsoft Expands Its Copilot+ Windows AI Platform to the Latest AMD, Intel Chips

Microsoft is expanding its Copilot+ artificial intelligence services to include the latest processors from AMD and Intel, moving away from exclusive support for Qualcomm's Snapdragon X series. The new offerings will feature AMD Ryzen AI 300 series and Intel Core Ultra 200V series processors, enhancing capabilities such as live captioning, translation, generative AI image creation, and AI-powered effects. The rollout for users with compatible systems is scheduled to begin in November, while the Recall feature will have an updated preview for Windows Insider members in October.

Winsage

September 2, 2024

Microsoft Reveals Bad News For 70% Of Windows Users—Upgrade Warning Gets Worse

Microsoft Windows 10 will reach its end of life in October 2025, prompting users to consider upgrading to Windows 11. Many users are hesitant to upgrade due to hardware compatibility issues, and Microsoft has closed off a workaround that allowed bypassing hardware checks for installation. Approximately 70% of users may face challenges as the deadline approaches. Microsoft is also focusing on AI initiatives, including the introduction of "Copilot+ PCs," which are expected to increase in availability and contribute to recurring AI subscription revenues. The re-emergence of the Recall feature raises privacy concerns while offering potential benefits, and Windows 11 includes new capabilities for indexing video and audio files. The transition to Windows 11 and the evolution of AI offerings will be crucial for users still on Windows 10.

AppWizard

August 7, 2024

ByteDance revs up nascent market for text-to-video services with Jimeng AI app

The artificial intelligence video-generation market in mainland China is projected to grow from 8 million yuan in 2021 to 9.3 billion yuan by 2026, according to research firm LeadLeo. ByteDance's Jimeng is a key player in this market, showcasing its capabilities through various applications. Recent tests revealed mixed results in video quality, with one prompt producing a distorted three-second clip of a woman walking in Tokyo, while another prompt successfully generated a coherent three-second video of woolly mammoths in a snowy meadow. The performance of platforms like Jimeng will be monitored as they face technological and regulatory challenges.

AppWizard

May 2, 2024

Rabbit Denies That the R1 is Just an Android App Despite Being Able to Run on a Pixel 6a

- AI is being integrated into consumer devices at a rapid pace - Galaxy AI in Galaxy smartphones has been successful - AI-centric gadgets like Rabbit R1 and Humane Pin have potential but have not fully replaced smartphones - Rabbit R1 has unique cloud-based operating system and warns against unofficial emulators - Rabbit R1 app requires technical manipulation to function on smartphones - AI-dedicated devices have not surpassed conventional smartphones in capabilities - AI-only devices still have a long way to go before challenging smartphones - Future of AI-centric devices is still on the horizon - Smartphones will continue to advance with more sophisticated AI applications.