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Veteran Windows dev shows off AI running on 47-year-old PDP11 with 6 MHz CPU and 64KB of RAM — 'gloriously absurd' project runs transformer model written in PDP-11 assembly language
Winsage
April 14, 2026

Veteran Windows dev shows off AI running on 47-year-old PDP11 with 6 MHz CPU and 64KB of RAM — ‘gloriously absurd’ project runs transformer model written in PDP-11 assembly language

Veteran Windows developer Dave Plummer is using a 47-year-old PDP-11 system with a 6 MHz CPU and 64KB of RAM to train a neural network called ‘Attention 11,’ developed in PDP-11 assembly language. The model is tasked with reversing a sequence of eight digits, requiring it to understand structural rules similar to those used in contemporary large language models like ChatGPT. Plummer emphasizes the importance of optimizing for the system's constraints, stating that constraints drive creative engineering. The model operates with 1,216 parameters and uses fixed-point math with 8-bit precision. After approximately 350 training steps, the model achieved 100% accuracy in the number-reversing task in about 3.5 minutes. Plummer argues that modern AI operates on the same mechanical principles as this vintage machine, just at a much larger scale, and suggests that companies focusing on efficiency and optimization may gain an advantage in the AI landscape.
Meta's new LLM, Muse Spark, wants to take its AI into a 'people first' era
AppWizard
April 10, 2026

Meta’s new LLM, Muse Spark, wants to take its AI into a ‘people first’ era

Meta AI has launched its new large language model, Muse Spark, designed to enhance user interaction with a "people first" approach. The model will roll out to U.S. users and includes Instant and Thinking modes, although users of Instagram, Facebook, Messenger, WhatsApp, and Meta's AI glasses will experience delays in access. Muse Spark focuses on personalization, assisting users with tasks like troubleshooting home appliances and engaging in minigames. Meta collaborated with over 1,000 physicians to improve the AI's health-related capabilities. The model emphasizes user interaction and multi-agent functionality, allowing it to perform complex tasks efficiently. Muse Spark aims to create a more personal and engaging user experience, distinguishing itself from previous AI iterations and positioning itself as a reliable assistant.
5 new features for Android XR
AppWizard
April 8, 2026

5 new features for Android XR

The latest update for Android XR is being rolled out to Samsung Galaxy XR headsets, featuring advancements in hand tracking, eye tracking, and accessibility improvements. Android Enterprise is now fully supported on XR, enabling organizations to implement immersive training and collaboration solutions. Partnerships with Enterprise Mobility Management providers such as ArborXR, ManageXR, Microsoft Intune, Omnissa Workspace ONE, Samsung Knox Manage, and SOTI are established to enhance workplace readiness. Users can experience the new features at local Samsung Experience Stores.
Android XR’s latest update now lets you pin apps to your walls on Galaxy XR
AppWizard
April 7, 2026

Android XR’s latest update now lets you pin apps to your walls on Galaxy XR

Chrome Unboxed offers a membership option called Chrome Unboxed Plus, providing an ad-free experience and access to a private Discord community. Google has rolled out new features for the Samsung Galaxy XR headset, enhancing user immersion and navigation. Users can now pin applications to their physical walls, and sessions automatically restore when the headset is put back on. An experimental feature called auto-spatialization allows 2D apps to be transformed into a 3D experience. The library of immersive apps for Android XR has more than doubled, exceeding 100 apps. A new Labs feature enables users to see their physical hands while interacting with virtual content. Additionally, Android Enterprise support is now available for XR, aiding organizations in deploying headsets for training and collaboration.
Claude Cowork and Claude Code Can Now Control Your Windows Desktop
Winsage
April 5, 2026

Claude Cowork and Claude Code Can Now Control Your Windows Desktop

On April 3, 2026, Anthropic expanded Claude’s desktop control feature to Windows for Pro and Max subscribers, allowing users to operate applications, navigate web pages, and manage files on their PCs without prior configuration. The feature is in research preview and includes a Dispatch companion for task assignment from mobile devices. Claude uses a structured tool hierarchy for task execution, prioritizing connectors like Slack and Google Calendar, and engages in direct desktop control only when necessary. Users must opt in to activate the feature, which integrates with existing software without requiring API keys. The technology is partly derived from Anthropic’s acquisition of Vercept AI, which specializes in AI-driven computer control. Security concerns have arisen due to vulnerabilities demonstrated shortly after the launch, prompting Anthropic to implement safeguards while acknowledging the feature's potential errors. Users can stop Claude's operations, but the company admits it cannot disable the technology remotely once tasks have started. Competitors like Microsoft and Google are also exploring similar desktop-level AI automation capabilities.
The Division Resurgence Out Now on Android and iOS – Play For Free Today
BetaBeacon
April 2, 2026

The Division Resurgence Out Now on Android and iOS – Play For Free Today

The Division Resurgence campaign is set in New York City between The Division and The Division 2, where players must restore order amidst chaos caused by the Green Poison. Enemy factions include Raiders, Rikers, Cleaners, and the new Freemen faction. Players can play solo, with a squad, or team up with others. Specializations empower players with unique weapons and gadgets, and players can customize their loadout. In addition to the campaign mode, players can participate in Conflict PVP mode and Dark Zone extraction mode. Endgame activities include Legendary Challenge, Lone Wolf Challenge, and joining clans for rewards. The game is available for free on iOS and Android.
If Microsoft really wants to fix Windows 11, it should do these four things ASAP
Winsage
March 30, 2026

If Microsoft really wants to fix Windows 11, it should do these four things ASAP

Microsoft's President of Windows + Devices, Pavan Davaluri, communicated a renewed commitment to quality in Windows 11 through an open letter to Windows Insiders, emphasizing user experience improvements in responsiveness, reliability, and update control. The Windows Insider Program is suggested to be revitalized by reconnecting channels with public releases, decoupling quality testing from feature testing, eliminating Controlled Feature Rollout for public releases to ensure uniform user experiences, and increasing transparency about decision-making processes.
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