All articles tagged with #ai features
Originally Published 1 day ago — by ZDNET
CES 2026 showcased innovative smart home devices including a stair-climbing robot vacuum, battery-free smart locks, a modular carpet cleaner, AI-enhanced Google TV, and advanced robot mowers, highlighting trends in autonomy, AI integration, and seamless connectivity. Many of these devices are set to launch later this year or in 2026, promising more autonomous, efficient, and interconnected home tech.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by The Independent
The article discusses Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X2 series chips for Windows laptops showcased at CES 2026, highlighting their efficiency, AI capabilities, and potential to rival MacBooks, which may persuade the author to consider switching from Mac to Windows.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by 9to5Google
Google is replacing the Gemini side panel with in-line AI features for AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in the US, streamlining AI functionalities like email summarization, response suggestions, and event management directly within Gmail, while the side panel remains available on mobile and for Google Workspace users.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Ars Technica
Motorola is launching the Razr Fold, a book-style foldable smartphone with a triple 50MP camera system and AI-infused software features, expected to release this summer, though pricing and detailed specifications remain undisclosed.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by 9to5Google
Google Voice is developing a new feature called 'Gemini Notes' that will allow enterprise users to record calls and receive summaries and transcripts via email, primarily targeting paid business customers with advanced call management and compliance features.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by CNET
LG's new Signature ventless washer-dryer combo, showcased at CES 2026, can wash and dry a 10-pound load in about 90 minutes, significantly improving cycle times and incorporating AI for efficiency, making combo machines more practical and appealing.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by 9to5Google
Samsung unveils the Galaxy Book 6 series with new Intel Core Ultra processors, AI enhancements, improved cooling, and a MacBook-like design, aiming for better performance, battery life, and seamless device integration, launching in the US in Spring 2026.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by The Verge
Microsoft is launching a major UI refresh for Edge, incorporating design elements from Copilot, including rounded corners, updated menus, and a new tab page, aiming to make the browser more AI-focused without creating a new browser.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Windows Central
The article criticizes 2025 as a disastrous year for Windows 11 due to persistent bugs, intrusive AI features, and a chaotic update process, which have eroded user trust. It highlights Microsoft's obsession with AI, the problematic 'Continuous Innovation' strategy, and the decline in quality, while also noting some positive improvements and emerging competition from Android PCs, Valve, and Apple. The author suggests that Microsoft needs to overhaul its update approach and reconsider its AI integration to restore confidence in Windows.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Engadget
TCL has announced the Note A1 NXTPAPER, a 11.5-inch color tablet with a custom paper-like LCD screen that offers a smooth, high-resolution display for note-taking and productivity, supporting AI-powered features like real-time translation and handwriting beautification, available for pre-order via Kickstarter and priced at $549.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by The Verge
Google Photos will be integrated into Samsung TVs starting in 2026, allowing users to view their photos in a larger format and access new AI-powered features like search, themed slideshows, and image editing, with Samsung aiming for a seamless experience and exclusivity on Memories for six months.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by samsung.com
Samsung is partnering with Google Photos to bring a seamless photo viewing experience to its 2026 TV lineup, allowing users to relive and share cherished memories on a larger screen with features like curated stories, AI-driven creation tools, and personalized slideshows, enhancing the way families connect through their photos.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Futurism
Mozilla's Firefox plans to include an option to disable all AI features, dubbed the 'AI kill switch,' in response to user backlash against AI integration in browsers. Despite assurances of user control, concerns remain about the true opt-in nature of AI features, with some users skeptical about Mozilla's commitment to user choice. Meanwhile, competitors like Vivaldi emphasize maintaining user autonomy and privacy, rejecting passive AI integration.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by theregister.com
The article provides step-by-step instructions on how to disable or hide AI features in Google Chrome, including the Gemini button, AI mode, 'Help me write,' AI history search, and AI Overviews in search results, to enhance user privacy and control over AI tools.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Android Authority
Google is testing a streamlined Gemini interface with a single-row floating input box, a new 'Tools' icon for advanced features like Deep Research and Canvas, and a potential 'Gemini Labs' area for experimental AI capabilities, all aimed at reducing clutter and enhancing user experience.