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AI models like ChatGPT and Claude overestimate how smart humans really are

A new study suggests AI models like ChatGPT and Claude consistently overestimate how rational humans really are, leading them to misjudge how people behave in strategic situations.
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Samsung is bringing AI-generated visuals in the humble Calendar app

Samsung is testing AI generated visuals for its Calendar app, starting with images that adapt to your events. The idea is to make even routine scheduling feel a little smarter and more visual.
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New iPhone Air 2 leak revives hope for a 2026 launch

A new leak suggests Apple may not wait until 2027 to launch the iPhone Air 2 after all. Conflicting reports now point to a possible 2026 debut, reviving hopes for an earlier return of Apple’s ultra thin iPhone.
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Gemini could soon handle tasks in the background without holding your screen hostage

Gemini may soon stop interrupting your workflow. Google is developing a change that lets the assistant continue handling requests in the background, allowing users to move between apps without losing progress.
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NotebookLM could soon turn your study notes into classroom lectures

Google is testing a new Lecture mode in NotebookLM that can turn your notes and documents into long, spoken lectures. The feature aims to explain material out loud, making studying feel more like attending a real class.
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Xbox brings cloud gaming fun to Amazon Fire TVs

Amazon Fire TVs are now getting access to Xbox cloud gaming, allowing users to play Game Pass titles with just a controller and an internet connection. The update reinforces Xbox’s shift toward cloud-first gaming rather than hardware-driven sales.
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NotebookLM can turn your messy data into structured tables for Google Sheets

NotebookLM’s new Data Tables feature automatically organizes information from your sources into structured tables that can be exported to Google Sheets or Docs cutting out hours of manual copy-paste work.
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AI chatbots like ChatGPT can copy human traits and experts say it’s a huge risk

Scientists have developed the first validated personality test for AI chatbots and found that popular models can adopt human-like behaviors on demand. Researchers say this ability could make AI influence users in subtle and risky ways.
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Facebook’s wants to turn basic link sharing into a paid feature

Meta is experimenting with charging users to share more than a couple of links on Facebook. While still a limited test, the change signals how basic platform features are increasingly being tied to paid subscriptions.
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A truly forever case for the iPhone is here

Gomi’s new Forever Phone Case is designed to be remade instead of replaced. When you upgrade your iPhone, the company melts down the old case and reshapes the recycled plastic into a new one that fits your next device.
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Rainbow Six Mobile finally gets a global release date and two exclusive maps

After a long wait, Ubisoft has locked in a February 23 release date for Rainbow Six Mobile. The launch includes multiple game modes, over 20 Operators, and two brand-new maps created just for mobile devices.
Amazon launches Alexa+ on the web to take on ChatGPT and Gemini

Amazon launches Alexa+ on the web to take on ChatGPT and Gemini

Alexa+ is now available on the web for some users, giving users a ChatGPT-style interface to chat, upload files, manage lists, and control smart home devices. The move puts Alexa+ directly in competition with ChatGPT and Google Gemini.
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Meta’s new open-source AI tool helps you clean up noisy recordings just by typing

Meta has released an open-source AI model called SAM Audio that lets users clean up noisy recordings by describing what they want to remove. The tool can isolate voices, music, or background noise using text, visual, or time-based prompts.
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OpenAI executive says ChatGPT will turn into an operating system

OpenAI is exploring a future where ChatGPT goes beyond being a chatbot and starts acting like an operating system. According to senior executives ChatGPT could turn into a central layer where apps, tools, and services all run from one place.
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Adobe’s Firefly AI now lets you edit videos by describing changes

Adobe has updated its Firefly AI app with a new video editor that lets creators make precise changes using text prompts. The update also adds camera motion control, video upscaling, new third-party models, and unlimited generations for select plans.
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Google is ending your data leak alerts, how to stay protected next

Google is shutting down its dark web report feature, a tool that alerted users when their personal information appeared in data breaches. The company says feedback showed it lacked clear, actionable guidance, and it plans to focus on stronger security tools instead.
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Google finds AI chatbots are only 69% accurate… at best

Google’s new FACTS benchmark shows today’s best AI chatbots are only about 69 percent accurate. Even top models like Gemini 3 Pro still get facts wrong one-third of the time, raising fresh concerns for businesses betting on AI reliability.
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Asus is now offering the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 in two new flavors

Asus is offering two new RTX 5060 variants that rethink the card’s physical design while keeping specs largely unchanged. With thinner profiles and revised connectors, the EVO variants are aimed at compact PC builders.
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Microsoft Copilot quietly shows up on LG TVs, and you can’t remove it

LG TV owners are discovering Microsoft Copilot on their home screens following a software update. The AI assistant installs automatically and cannot be removed, highlighting how AI features are increasingly becoming permanent parts of smart TV platforms.
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Running Android apps on your Windows 11 PC is about to feel slightly better

Android app streaming on Windows 11 is getting a subtle upgrade. A new expanded mode in Phone Link makes apps feel less cramped on large monitors, bringing the experience closer to something you might actually want to use daily.
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Prime Video’s AI recap feature messed up so badly that Amazon removed it

Prime Video’s experiment with AI generated episode recaps backfired when the system produced wildly incorrect summaries for Fallout. After the backlash, Amazon removed the feature entirely, raising questions whether AI is ready for handling story driven content.
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Google’s best Gemini AI feature could soon appear in your everyday apps

Google is opening up its most advanced Gemini feature, Deep Research, to developers. That means the powerful AI that once lived only inside Google products could soon show up inside the everyday apps you already use, quietly powering richer answers and smarter tools.
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The world’s smallest AI supercomputer is the size of a power bank

The world's smallest AI supercomputer packs enough power to run 120 billion parameter models in a device small enough to slip into your pocket. Tiiny AI’s Pocket Lab pushes server-grade capabilities into a handheld form factor aimed at researchers, tinkerers, and everyday users.
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PlayStation Plus is loading up December with two massive action adventures

Sony is giving PS Plus subscribers a serious holiday upgrade. Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Wo Long Fallen Dynasty are joining the catalog, bringing a mix of story-driven stealth and intense martial-arts combat to anyone looking for a new action game this month.
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Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z TriFold is hiding a cool PC productivity trick

Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold has a hidden productivity boost. Beyond its folding design and standalone DeX, the device can work as a wireless Second Screen for Windows PCs, turning the phone into an extra monitor you can unfold anywhere.
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You can now use Adobe’s photo and PDF editing tools inside ChatGPT

Adobe’s Photoshop Express and Acrobat tools are now built into ChatGPT, letting you edit photos and PDFs without switching apps. Just upload a file, describe what you want, and ChatGPT activates Adobe’s features directly inside the chat.
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Samsung Galaxy S26 may not deliver the camera upgrade you’re expecting

If you were expecting a big camera leap on the Galaxy S26, a leak suggests Samsung may stick with the same setup as the S25. Instead of costly hardware changes, improvements might rely more on AI processing and software tuning.
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Samsung Galaxy S26 could launch with the Exynos 2600 but not for everyone

Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy S26 lineup with its new Exynos 2600 chip, but only in Korea. Most global buyers, including those in the U.S., are expected to receive Snapdragon variants instead.
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People are spending more time on Gemini compared to ChatGPT

New data shows that Gemini is keeping users engaged longer than ChatGPT, with 11 daily minutes spent in the app on average. Meanwhile, ChatGPT’s time-spent growth remains slow, and user engagement has dipped 10% compared with earlier this year.
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Android’s upcoming NameDrop alternative just picked up a new animation

Android’s upcoming NameDrop alternative just gained a new animated interface. The contact exchange still is not functional, which suggests the feature remains early in development despite the polished visuals.
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Android phones can warn you if you open financial apps during a scam call

Android’s in-call protection now activates during suspicious calls involving financial apps. If you open a banking or payment app while on the line with an unfamiliar number, your phone will warn you, pause actions for 30 seconds, and offer quick safety options.
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Google Photos Recap is here and the 2025 edition has a narcissism meter too

The 2025 Google Photos Recap arrives with playful stats, including how many selfies you took this year. Powered by Gemini for personalized highlights, it also lets you edit your recap in CapCut, making your memory reel more customizable than ever.
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Alexa+ on Prime Video can drop you straight into that scene you love to rewatch

The latest Alexa+ feature lets you jump to a scene without rewinding or forwarding on Prime Video. Describe the moment like “the train fight” or “the proposal in the rain,” and Alexa+ will instantly play that exact scene.
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You can now turn Spotify Wrapped into a multiplayer party with your friends

Wrapped Party transforms your yearly Spotify stats into a multiplayer event. Friends can join a shared room, view each other’s top artists and minutes streamed, and even unlock special group-only cards that highlight who dominated the year in different listening categories.
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You can finally play Red Dead Redemption on your phone, thanks to Netflix

Netflix Games has released a mobile version of Red Dead Redemption, complete with the Undead Nightmare expansion. Netflix subscribers can download it at no extra cost, to enjoy Rockstar’s iconic Wild-West story with missions, shootouts, and open-world exploration on their phones.
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YouTube’s new Recap feature turns your watch history into a personality

YouTube has launched its yearly Recap, turning your 2025 watch history into a shareable breakdown of your habits. The feature analyzes everything you viewed, even assigns a “viewer personality,” giving you a fun, shareable snapshot of how you used YouTube this year.
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You cannot cast Netflix anymore unless you own one of these devices

Netflix has removed casting support for most modern TVs and streaming devices, leaving only older Chromecast models and select cast-enabled TVs on its approved list. The change appeared quietly, confirmed only after users reported missing Cast button.
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You can use Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold as a desktop without an external monitor

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Trifold is the first phone to run DeX directly on its 10-inch screen, giving users a true desktop-style setup without needing an external monitor. It’s designed to multitask like a PC and fold into a pocketable device.