Google Gemini is arguably one of the most popular AI chatbots you will find today. Its feature set has evolved significantly over the last couple of months, thanks to new features powered by recent inclusions like Veo 3. Similarly, Google also introduced a chat search feature in recent weeks, enabling users to search their chat history with Gemini, albeit only …
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Google just dealt OpenAI a major blow by scuttling a potential $3 billion deal, and in doing so, solidified a rising trend in Silicon Valley’s AI arms race: the “non-acquisition acquisition.” Google announced on July 11 that it poached key talent from the rapidly rising AI startup Windsurf, which until then had a reported $3 billion acquisition deal with OpenAI …
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Google Gemini for Workspace can be exploited to generate email summaries that appear legitimate but include malicious instructions or warnings that direct users to phishing sites without using attachments or direct links. Such an attack leverages indirect prompt injections that are hidden inside an email and obeyed by Gemini when generating the message summary. Despite similar prompt attacks being reported …
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A small update to Pixel VPN by Google is rolling out that adds Material 3 Expressive and makes some tweaks to the Quick Settings Tile. About APK Insight: In this “APK Insight” post, we’ve decompiled the latest version of an application that Google uploaded to the Play Store. When we decompile these files (called APKs, in the case of Android …
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In brief: The founders and top researchers of AI coding startup Windsurf have announced that they will join Google’s DeepMind team, effectively ending OpenAI’s $3 billion bid to purchase the company. Windsurf will remain independent as Google will not be taking a stake and its new licensing deal with the firm is non-exclusive. Sources told Bloomberg that Google agreed to …
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Like Pixel Preferred Care earlier this year, Google Fi device protection now has a new “device protection provider” with one benefit improving. Device protection provides “additional coverage beyond your device’s manufacturer’s warranty” for phones (and smartwatches) purchased via the Google Fi store. It covers two instances of accidental damage, like drops, spills, or cracked screens, in any rolling 12-month period. …
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One of the most useful aspects of Pixel VIPs is how it shows recent calls and messages, and the Google Contacts app is now gaining that functionality with “Recent activity.” Recent activity is a new card in-between Contact info and Connected apps. It shows the most recent call and message from the contact you’re viewing. The former notes when it …
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The Google Pixel 10 series is nearly here, with leaks up to this point offering a detailed look at all models in the family. As with any yet-to-be-launched flagship smartphone, there has been some speculation about the potential prices of the Pixel 10 range. One leak in April suggested a pretty unchanged price tag for the entire lineup of Pixel …
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After coming to the web and iOS, the Gemini app is beginning to roll out chat search on Android. Upon opening the navigation drawer, some users are seeing a “Search for chats” field at the top. Tapping takes you to a straightforward fullscreen interface. Search came to gemini.google.com in May, and iOS in recent weeks. As an Android user, I’ve …
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Google appears to be accelerating preparations for a new wave of AI features, as recent backend changes suggest that the Deep Think model has now been activated behind the scenes, though it remains hidden in the user interface. Early access tests show that Deep Think is functional and capable of returning responses, albeit with longer processing times compared to previous …
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