In 2024, the focus on artificial intelligence remains steadfast across the latest smartphones. Google's newly unveiled Pixel 8A, slated for release on May 14 at $499, exemplifies this trend by integrating advanced AI capabilities typically found in higher-end models. This move positions Google's budget-friendly Pixel line to offer features previously exclusive to its pricier counterparts. Among the standout AI functionalities making their debut on the Pixel 8A are Google's Gemini Nano model, Audio Magic Eraser, and Best Take. These tools, which first appeared on the Pixel 8 ... Read More

In a bid to address user trust concerns surrounding generative AI, Apple has unveiled "Apple Intelligence" during its annual developer conference. This new feature, set to debut in iPhone, iPad, and Mac updates this fall, promises advanced AI functionality while prioritizing user privacy. Apple CEO Tim Cook described Apple Intelligence as a "personal intelligence system" that leverages users' personal data to deliver highly relevant and useful insights. This system will use generative AI and custom computer chips to process information from texts, emails, photos, ... Read More

At the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024, Apple announced a significant upgrade to Siri, powered by its new Apple Intelligence platform. Originally introduced in 2011 as "an intelligent assistant that helps you get things done just by asking," Siri is now set to enter what Apple calls "a new era." In its iOS 18 preview, Apple highlighted numerous enhancements to Siri, promising more than just superficial updates. One notable change is the interface; Siri will now glow around the edges of the screen instead of appearing as a hovering circle. More importantly ... Read More

At this week's Smart Kitchen Summit (SKS) in Seattle, the focus was on making smart kitchen gadgets more practical. Culinary technologist Scott Heimendinger summed it up with a joke: "The world didn’t need a Wi-Fi-enabled rolling pin, and we definitely don’t need AI in a rolling pin." Speakers at SKS stressed that smart kitchen technology should solve real problems in the kitchen, not just follow the latest tech trends. Chris Young, former CEO of ChefSteps, talked about the Joule sous vide device, which struggled because it relied too much on an app and Wi-Fi b ... Read More

In what could be a pivotal moment for the tech industry, rumours are swirling regarding a ground-breaking partnership between Apple and OpenAI. Reports from Bloomberg and other sources indicate that Apple is poised to announce an alliance with OpenAI at its annual developer conference, WWDC, slated for Monday. Apple CEO Tim Cook had previously hinted at significant AI plans during a February earnings call, teasing a "huge opportunity" for the company. Now, it seems those plans may come to fruition with the integration of OpenAI's ChatGPT into Apple's upcoming operating ... Read More

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, a new contender has emerged: Perplexity AI. Developed by Aravind Srinivas, a former research scientist at OpenAI, the creators of ChatGPT, Perplexity represents a significant leap forward in conversational AI technology. At its core, Perplexity bears a striking resemblance to ChatGPT 3.5, the widely-used free version of the popular AI chatbot. However, what sets Perplexity apart is its integration with the open internet. Unlike its predecessor, Perplexity has the ability to access and retrieve information from sources like Re ... Read More