Microsoft Build
…The Verge ’s Tom Warren joins David to talk about the new Scout AI assistant , the Solara operating system concept , and whether Microsoft can hang with OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google. Also: how…
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Valve is working with AMD to bring FSR 4 to the Steam Machine
…FSR 4 contains numerous enhancements that improve how compatible games running with the upscaler look in motion (including AI-assisted frame generation), which will hopefully give the Steam Machine a definitive edge…
Google’s AI future demands trust — and your personal data
…Spark is diving deeper into your information, as Google is pitching it as an AI personal assistant that can work across connected Workspace apps 24/7, creating continually updated study guides, generating…
The Google Home Speaker sounds good and looks great — but it’s finicky
…Google made this thing to get Gemini in your house, to bring a new way to control your home and run your life through its AI assistant. Google hasn’t shipped a…
Amazon’s new Fire TV Stick HD is its ‘slimmest ever’
…It also has Alexa Plus built in, Amazon’s AI-upgraded voice assistant that’s supposed to better understand and respond to natural language. Amazon plans on adding a new Adaptive Display…
These are the best smart home deals this Prime Day
…But 2K video still works with Ring’s AI-powered features, which give you a clearer picture of what’s happening around your home. These require a Ring subscription plan, as does…
The Echo Dot Max is cheaper than ever in an early Prime Day sale
…It also supports Alexa Plus, Amazon’s more context-aware AI-powered voice assistant, which can handle multiple requests at once. That means you can do things like dim the lights and…
Apple announces watchOS 27, now with Siri AI
…The biggest update coming to supported Apple Watch models is Siri AI — the next generation of Apple’s virtual assistant, powered by Apple Intelligence. This comes with a new, dedicated Siri app…
Epic wants to let you bring your Fortnite skins to other games
…Epic is also getting pushback against its approach to generative AI. This week, it detailed how it uses generative AI to assist with making art for Fortnite, and as part of the…
Microsoft gives up on Xbox Copilot AI
Will you miss Xbox’s AI assistant?