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Razer’s not done with the Pokémon goodies, but I’d prioritize two gadgets in its latest Pikachu drop
Razer has released new Pikachu-themed accessories as part of its ongoing Pokémon collaboration, with two products standing out as the most worthwhile purchases for fans and gamers. The launch continues Razer’s strategy of pairing its gaming peripherals with popular entertainment franchises, appealing to collectors and Pokémon enthusiasts alongside its usual customer base of PC and…
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Sheryl Sandberg leads $10 million investment in AI-powered vehicle inspection service
Sheryl Sandberg has led a $10 million investment in Self Inspection, a San Diego-based startup that uses AI and smartphone photos to assess vehicle damage, replacing the need for physical inspections. The deal underscores growing investor interest in applying AI to modernise the automotive industry, an area Sandberg described as essential but data-fragmented, with several…
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Why does wireless Android Auto use both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi?
Wireless Android Auto relies on both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi simultaneously because each handles a different part of the connection, and neither can do the job alone. Bluetooth manages the initial handshake between phone and car and carries hands-free calling, while Wi-Fi Direct handles the bandwidth-heavy tasks such as displaying the dashboard interface, streaming audio and…
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Anthropic partners with 1Password to secure Claude’s credential access
1Password has launched “1Password for Claude”, a browser extension feature that lets Anthropic’s AI agent use stored login credentials to carry out tasks such as booking travel or managing accounts, without those credentials ever reaching Claude, its memory or Anthropic’s servers. The launch addresses a growing security concern around AI agents: sharing passwords directly with…
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EU demands Google give AI rivals more access to Android
The European Union has ordered Google to open up its Android operating system and search data to rival AI assistants and search engines, citing concerns that Google has been using its dominance to disadvantage competitors. The EU found that third-party AI assistants currently have far more limited access to “key functionalities” within Android than Google’s…
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Google ordered to open Android and Search to rivals in Europe
The European Union has ordered Google to open up key parts of Android and Google Search to rival companies, in a move that could significantly weaken its grip on two of the most important platforms in tech. The decisions, issued under the bloc’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), require Google to give competing AI assistants and…
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Hyundai reportedly looking to take total control of robotics giant Boston Dynamics
Hyundai is reportedly preparing to buy out SoftBank’s remaining stake in Boston Dynamics, which would give the South Korean carmaker full ownership of the robotics firm. Hyundai already holds 80% of the company, having acquired it in 2020, and is now examining its contractual position ahead of purchasing SoftBank’s outstanding 9.9% share. Bloomberg reports the…
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Apple AirDrop, Android Quick Share flaws put phones at risk
Six new vulnerabilities in AirDrop and Quick Share could let nearby hackers exploit your phone in airports, coffee shops and crowded venues.
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OnePlus, the ‘Flagship-Killer’ Smartphone Brand, Is All but Dead
The original OnePlus phone disrupted the mobile market 13 years ago with its affordable price and top-end specs. Now, the company is exiting North America and Europe to focus on China.
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xAI sues Grok user for generating nonconsensual sexualized deepfakes
xAI has filed a lawsuit against Terry Wayne Harwood, a 67-year-old South Carolina man, accusing him of using its Grok chatbot to generate nonconsensual sexualised images of adults and children. The case, filed in Texas, is notable as one of the first lawsuits an AI company has brought against its own user, signalling that xAI…