Humane’s $499 AI Pin dream ends as HP acquires the startup for $116M. Existing devices will cease functioning on February 28, marking the conclusion of this ambitious smartphone replacement project. HP plans to integrate Humane’s tech into its future AI ecosystem.
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Google Kicks Gemini Off iOS App, Forces Users to Download Standalone Version
Google’s bold move to pull Gemini from its main iOS app and launch a standalone version shakes up the AI assistant landscape. This shift aims to rival ChatGPT and others, but might impact Gemini’s reach. We break down what this means for users and Google’s AI strategy.
Competition Heats Up: DeepSeek’s Success Leads to Free Chatbots from Baidu and OpenAI
Baidu is making its advanced AI chatbot Ernie Bot free starting April 1, responding to intensifying competition in the AI space. This move follows the success of startup DeepSeek and OpenAI’s announcement of GPT-5. Chinese tech giants are adapting to the evolving AI landscape.
OpenAI is not for sale’: Elon Musk’s $97.4 billion bid is unanimously rejected by board
OpenAI’s board has firmly rejected Elon Musk’s $97.4 billion takeover bid, calling it an attempt to disrupt competition. This move intensifies the ongoing dispute between OpenAI and Musk over the company’s restructuring plans and future direction.
Will Ads Ruin Apple Maps? After Years of Refusal, Apple May Finally Embrace Ads
Apple Maps, long known for its ad-free experience, might soon join its competitors by introducing advertisements. While no timeline is set, the company is exploring the idea of paid search results for businesses, similar to Google Maps and Yelp.
A Month After Raising Prices, YouTube TV Nearly Lost Paramount Channels
YouTube TV subscribers may lose access to popular Paramount channels like CBS and Comedy Central due to an ongoing carriage dispute. The potential loss comes just a month after a price hike, leaving many wondering about the future of their favorite shows.
Unexpected Leak: iOS 19 Features Could Rival Android’s Best Offerings
iOS 19 is set to shake up your iPhone experience in 2025. With rumored AI advancements, a possible visionOS-inspired redesign, and expanded Apple Intelligence, it’s poised to rival Android’s best offerings. Here’s what we know so far about Apple’s next big update.
Is Project Texas TikTok’s $1.5 Billion Silver Bullet or Just Smoke and Mirrors?
Project Texas, TikTok’s $1.5 billion initiative, aims to safeguard US user data. But skeptics question its effectiveness. Dive into the debate surrounding this contentious cybersecurity measure and its potential impact on TikTok’s future in America.
Wait, What?’ Apple Follows Google in Rebranding the Gulf of Mexico
Apple Maps is set to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, following a similar move by Google. Find out the reasons behind this change and the international response, including reactions from Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.
Pentagon’s Loss of Confidence in Microsoft Hands Anduril $22B Military VR Program
The Army is set to transfer the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) contract from Microsoft to Anduril, marking a significant shift in the $22 billion project. Initially awarded to Microsoft in 2018, IVAS faced numerous technical issues and user acceptance problems. Anduril, led by Palmer Luckey, will now oversee production, development, and delivery of the augmented reality headsets. Here’s a detailed look at the project’s troubled past and its future under Anduril’s leadership.
