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technology5 hours ago

Apple teams with Google to power Siri’s next-gen AI

Apple and Google announced a multi-year collaboration to power Siri and other Apple services with Google’s Gemini AI, using it as the foundation for Apple Foundation Models that run on Apple devices and Private Cloud Compute while preserving privacy. Analysts view the move as pragmatic—outsourcing core AI to compete at scale—though it marks a shift from Apple’s ‘own everything’ approach. Apple has prior AI ties with OpenAI, and while terms and cost were not disclosed, regulators may scrutinize such dominant-dominance concerns as AI features gain momentum.

technology29 days ago

Sergey Brin's Return to Google and the AI Race

Sergey Brin, cofounder of Google, initially thought retirement would be a peaceful period of study but found himself 'spiraling' and realized staying retired was a mistake. He returned to work on Google's AI project Gemini, actively participating in research and hiring, especially as Google accelerates its AI efforts to compete with OpenAI. Brin emphasizes the importance of technical creativity and believes Google's foundational AI research gives it an advantage in the AI race.

technology29 days ago

Google Maps in Gemini Gets Smarter and More Visual

Google's Gemini app has received a major update that enhances local search by prioritizing visual maps and detailed place cards with photos, ratings, and review highlights, making it easier for users to find nearby spots quickly. The update, rolling out to English users on mobile and desktop, replaces plain text lists with a more intuitive, visual interface featuring emoji-style pins and comprehensive place cards, improving the discovery experience.

technology1 month ago

Google Translate now offers real-time speech translation on all Android earbuds

Google is enhancing its real-time translation capabilities with a new update that supports over 70 languages and works with any headphones, potentially surpassing Apple's live translation features by offering broader language support and compatibility. The feature is currently in beta on Android in select countries and will expand to iOS and more regions next year, with improvements also made to language learning tools.