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Apple Intelligence, the AI suite introduced with iOS 18, has sparked mixed reactions among users. Surveys show a minority of smartphone owners are eager to adopt the new features, while many cite storage concerns and limited perceived value. Apple now provides clear steps to turn off the entire system or individual components, and to monitor the space the service occupies. Understanding these options helps users reclaim storage, protect privacy, and tailor their device experience to personal preferences.Read more

The latest tech weekly highlights a pair of premium Garmin Fenix 8 Pro smartwatches featuring satellite and LTE connectivity, a compact reMarkable Paper Pro Move e‑paper tablet, the first Bone Temple trailer for the 28 Years Later series, a major AI image‑editing upgrade to Google’s Gemini app, Samsung’s Galaxy S25 FE challenging Apple’s iPhone 16e, the rapid launch of Hollow Knight: Silksong, a showcase of standout gadgets from IFA 2025, and a countdown to Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 event.Read more

The European Commission has imposed a record fine of €2.95 billion (just under $3.5 billion) on Google, concluding the company abused its dominant position in online advertising. Regulators said Google favored its own ad exchange, AdX, in both its publisher ad server and ad‑buying tools, creating a conflict of interest across the adtech supply chain. Google has 60 days to stop the self‑preferencing practices and must propose remedies, or face further action. The company announced it will appeal the decision, arguing there are maybe alternatives to its services. The fine is the EU's second‑largest antitrust penalty ever.Read more

Fable, an AI startup funded by Amazon’s Alexa Fund, announced a project to digitally reconstruct the missing portions of Orson Welles’s 1942 film The Magnificent Ambersons. The company, which describes itself as a “Netflix of AI,” has not secured the film’s rights and has drawn criticism from the estate that manages Welles’s legacy. Filmmaker Brian Rose will lead the effort using a new AI model capable of generating long narratives, blending AI‑generated scenes with traditional reshoots and digital face swaps. The estate’s representative called the venture a purely mechanical exercise and noted that the family has already embraced AI for voice‑over work.Read more

Tesla’s board has unveiled a compensation plan for CEO Elon Musk's pay that could reach $1 trillion if a series of ambitious targets are met. The plan hinges on delivering 20 million vehicles in total, operating 1 million robotaxis, producing 1 million Optimus robots, and signing up 10 million Full Self‑Driving subscriptions. It also requires the company to achieve an $8.5 trillion market valuation and outlines succession and political‑involvement safeguards. Shareholders will decide on the package at a forthcoming meeting.Read more

Google’s Pixel 10 offers a solid flagship experience at a price of $799, featuring the new Tensor G5 chip, 12 GB of RAM, and a refreshed camera system that adds a telephoto lens but downgrades the main and ultrawide sensors compared with the previous model. The phone supports Qi2 magnetic wireless charging, a 6.3‑inch 1080p OLED display with up to 120 Hz refresh, and on‑device AI that powers features like Magic Cue. Battery life holds up for a day of moderate use, though power‑hungry tasks can drain it faster. Overall, the Pixel 10 delivers a competent, value‑driven Android option, though camera purists may miss the higher‑end hardware of the Pro version.Read more

At a recent gathering of prominent MAGA‑aligned conservatives, speakers voiced deep mistrust of artificial intelligence and major technology firms. A culture‑war panel featured Geoffrey Miller challenging Palantir’s chief technology officer over AI’s ideological alignment, while many attendees warned that AI threatens the economy, national security, family values and religious beliefs. Some participants acknowledged possible benefits if tightly controlled, but the overall tone was one of alarm and opposition, reflecting a broader right‑wing backlash against the tech industry.Read more

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg met President Donald Trump at a White House dinner, where he cited a potential AI spending figure of about $600 billion through 2028. The conversation was captured on a hot mic, revealing Zuckerberg’s apology for not being sure which number Trump wanted. The exchange highlights a dramatic shift from earlier tensions, including threats of imprisonment, to a collaborative tone as the two discuss large‑scale investment in U.S. AI infrastructure.Read more

Ecovacs introduced the Deebot X11 Pro Omni, a robot vacuum featuring four‑wheel drive that can climb thresholds up to 1.6 inches, a first for residential vacuums. The unit also incorporates Gallium Nitride (GaN) fast‑charging technology to quickly replenish its battery between short dock cycles. Equipped with an Ozmo Roller 2.0 mop, AI‑driven cleaning habits, and Matter‑compatible smart‑home integration, the X11 Pro Omni aims to deliver superior navigation, cleaning performance, and price points around $1,500 in the U.S.Read more

Curiosio is an AI‑driven platform that creates personalized road‑trip itineraries in seconds. Users input a starting point, destinations, dates, and budget, and the system generates multiple route options with detailed day‑by‑day plans, cost breakdowns, and map integrations. The service offers three modes—Travel, Geek, and Beta—to suit casual planners, detail‑oriented travelers, and early adopters. Curiosio emphasizes road‑trip flexibility for solo, budget‑conscious, and multistop travelers, providing a streamlined alternative to traditional tour packages while remaining free to use.Read more

Apple’s iPhone 16 introduced a new camera‑control button meant to simplify AI‑driven photography features. In practice, users found the button overly sensitive, often launching the camera by accident and draining battery life. While the button showcases Apple’s push toward visual intelligence, many reviewers argue it adds little value and creates unnecessary frustration. The feature can be disabled in Settings, allowing users to revert to previous, more reliable camera access ...Read more

Reolink showcased its latest AI suite, ReoNeura, at the IFA show in Berlin, adding smart object detection, customizable zones, scheduled alerts and video captioning to its lineup. The company also introduced the TrackFlex Floodlight camera, a Wi‑Fi model with a 4K dual‑lens system, pan/tilt capability, 3,000‑lumen illumination and a price around $200. These upgrades aim to reduce false alerts, streamline video review and bridge the gap between residential and commercial security needs.Read more

Adobe announced a new iPhone video‑editing app called Premiere, slated for release on Sept. 30. The app brings a multitrack timeline, voice‑to‑sound effects, and generative AI tools from Firefly to iOS, and can be downloaded for free, though users may need to pay for AI credits and extra cloud storage. Adobe hopes the mobile‑first offering will attract creators who currently rely on desktop software or lighter mobile editors, positioning the company against competitors like TikTok’s CapCut and Meta’s Edits.Read more

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg told President Donald Trump that the company plans to spend at least $600 billion on artificial‑intelligence infrastructure in the United States over the next several years. Trump responded positively, and a later hot‑mic moment captured Zuckerberg apologizing for not being sure of the exact figure. The exchange highlights a markedly warmer relationship between the two leaders compared with a year earlier, when Trump threatened legal action against Zuckerberg and Meta faced intense scrutiny.Read more

Anthropic, the creator of the Claude chatbot, agreed to a $1.5 billion settlement to resolve a class‑action copyright lawsuit brought by authors whose works were downloaded from piracy sites such as Library Genesis. The deal will provide roughly $3,000 per work to about 500,000 authors and requires Anthropic to delete the illegally obtained material. While the company maintains it did not use pirated works for publicly released AI, the settlement ends the remaining legacy claims and marks a landmark moment for AI‑related copyright disputes.Read more

Apple introduced iOS 26, its next major operating system for iPhone, bringing a fresh Liquid Glass aesthetic and a suite of enhancements across messaging, calls, and device interaction. The update adds features such as Hold Assist for call queues, live translation in Phone, FaceTime and Messages, and improved spam filtering. iOS 26 also extends to iPadOS with multitasking improvements and updates to AirPods, including studio-quality audio recording and remote camera control. The rollout targets newer iPhone models while older devices will remain on previous versions.Read more

Tesla's board has unveiled a compensation proposal that would make Elon Musk the first trillion‑dollar CEO if a 10‑year plan meets aggressive performance targets. The plan ties Musk’s payout to milestones such as lifting Tesla’s market value to $8.5 trillion, deploying one million robotaxis, and launching one million AI robots. It also requires Musk to remain with the company for at least seven and a half years to claim any shares, with full vesting after a decade. Shareholders will vote on the package, which the board says is essential to keep Musk focused on Tesla’s long‑term growth.Read more

In a recent Engadget podcast, hosts discuss the muted excitement ahead of Apple's September 9th iPhone 17 event, a U.S. antitrust judge's decision that Google will not be forced to sell Chrome, upcoming Gemini-powered smart home announcements, the Browser Company’s sale to Atlassian, Instagram’s first iPad app after 15 years, Dolby Vision 2 with AI features, and Ooni’s AI‑driven Volt V2 pizza oven. The episode also highlights new hardware from Remarkable, Acer, and Samsung.Read more

With Microsoft ending support for Windows 10, users with older PCs face a choice: upgrade or continue with limited security updates. A range of new laptops and desktops now offer strong performance, long battery life, and modern features. Options include the Snapdragon‑powered Surface Laptop, Dell’s refreshed 14 Premium, ASUS ZenBook S 14, Apple’s MacBook Air, as well as compact desktops like the Dell Slim, Apple Mac Mini, and the Geekom A6 Mini. Each device balances price, portability, and power, giving consumers clear pathways to replace legacy Windows hardware without sacrificing productivity or entertainment capabilities.Read more