Amazon is preparing to introduce a major AI-powered upgrade to its voice assistant, Alexa, marking one of the most significant advancements since its launch in 2014. The announcement is expected at a February 26 event in New York, where Panos Panay, head of Amazon’s Devices and Services team, will take the stage. Panay, who joined Amazon last year after leading Microsoft’s Surface product line, is expected to outline how generative AI will reshape Alexa’s capabilities. A Smarter, More Conversational Alexa For years, Alexa has functioned primarily as a voice-activat ... Read More

Apple has introduced Apple Invites, an AI-powered app designed to simplify event planning by integrating Apple Intelligence. Launched on Tuesday, the app streamlines the process of creating and managing invitations, guest lists, and event details while offering a seamless experience for both Apple and non-Apple users. Apple Invites combines features from across Apple’s ecosystem—including Photos, Music, Maps, and Weather—to generate personalized event portals. Users can design and share digital invitations, track RSVPs, and even create a collaborative space for guests ... Read More

Samsung’s latest flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus, may feature the same camera hardware as their predecessors, but AI-powered upgrades bring new levels of clarity, vibrancy, and editing precision. Both devices share a 50MP wide camera, a 12MP ultrawide lens, and a 10MP 3x telephoto camera, along with a 12MP front-facing camera. While hardware remains unchanged from the S24 series, Samsung has introduced advanced AI tools, such as Generative Edit, which allows users to remove unwanted objects and seamlessly fill in backgrounds. Improved AI noise reduction in nightt ... Read More

AI is making waves in fashion, helping users refine their personal style while making smarter wardrobe choices. With fast fashion pushing fleeting trends and synthetic fabrics, many are turning to AI tools for guidance on timeless, sustainable fashion. A growing number of AI-powered platforms, such as Style DNA, Stylee, and Aiuta, now assist shoppers with personalized style recommendations, color palettes, and even direct shopping. However, for those with specific preferences—like avoiding synthetic fabrics or balancing affordability with style—ChatGPT might be the most vers ... Read More

DeepSeek, a new AI chatbot, has taken the tech world by storm, soaring to the top of the iPhone App Store's free apps chart. Lauded for its speed, powerful reasoning abilities, and efficiency, it has even dethroned OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Unlike its competitors, DeepSeek operates on less advanced chips, sparking questions about whether Silicon Valley still holds its edge in the global AI race. Despite its impressive features and growing popularity, DeepSeek’s Chinese origins have raised concerns over privacy and national security. Historically, Chinese tech companies making wa ... Read More

Apple Intelligence is officially rolling out with iOS 18.1, marking the tech giant's first major step into integrating AI into its devices. While it doesn’t revolutionize the iPhone experience, the initial features hint at a promising future for Apple's AI ecosystem. Message Summaries: A Standout Feature Among the newly introduced capabilities, the most practical so far is message and notification summaries. These allow users to quickly understand the essence of incoming texts or alerts directly from the lock screen. While the summaries are effective for straightforward ... Read More