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Meta Is Increasing The Price Of Quest 3 & Quest 3S
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technology22h ago

Meta Is Increasing The Price Of Quest 3 & Quest 3S

https://www.uploadvr.com/meta-quest-3-quest-3s-price-hike-memory-crisis/https://www.tomshardware.com/virtual-reality/meta-raising-quest-headset-prices-due-to-ai-driven-ram-shortage-quest-3-to-cost-usd600-quest-3s-usd350-from-april-19https://www.theverge.com/tech/912921/meta-quest-3-3s-vr-price-hike-ram-memory-shortage
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  • Meta raises Quest 3 and Quest 3S prices due to higher RAM and component costs, affecting both new and refurbished units worldwide.
  • In the US, Quest 3 and Quest 3S see price bumps up to $100 for the Quest 3 and $50–$150 for the Quest 3S, reflecting RAM-driven cost pressures.
  • The price hike ties to a global surge in memory-chip costs as Meta expands AI infrastructure and data-center capabilities.
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Nano Banana can now make AI images based on your Photos library
#2 out of 63310.71%
technology22h ago

Nano Banana can now make AI images based on your Photos library

https://mashable.com/article/google-nano-banana-personal-intelligence-updatehttps://9to5google.com/2026/04/16/gemini-photos-personal-intelligence/https://arstechnica.com/ai/2026/04/gemini-can-now-create-personalized-ai-images-by-digging-around-in-google-photos/
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  • Google ties Nano Banana 2 to private Google Photos, enabling personalized image generation through the Gemini chatbot.
  • Opt-in users can have Gemini create images from private photos automatically, reducing manual image uploads to the bot.
  • Google says Gemini apps do not directly train on private photos, using only limited info like prompts and responses for privacy.
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Anthropic releases Claude Opus 4.7: How to try it, benchmarks, safety
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technology20h ago

Anthropic releases Claude Opus 4.7: How to try it, benchmarks, safety

https://mashable.com/article/anthropic-releases-claude-opus-4-7https://seekingalpha.com/news/4575778-anthropic-unveils-ai-model-claude-opus-47-second-most-powerful-after-mythoshttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/anthropic-drops-claude-opus-4-7-ai-model/
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  • Anthropic's Opus 4.7 releases safeguarding that detect and block high-risk cybersecurity requests, signaling caution as Mythos expands.
  • Opus 4.7 improves software engineering and real-world task execution, becoming Anthropic's most capable generally available model to date.
  • Opus 4.7 arrives after Opus 4.6, with benchmarks showing improvements in coding, reasoning, tool use, and multi-domain tasks.
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Google's AI Mode Update Tries to Kill Tab Hopping in Chrome
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technology22h ago

Google's AI Mode Update Tries to Kill Tab Hopping in Chrome

https://www.wired.com/story/google-ai-mode-update-tries-to-kill-tab-hopping-in-chrome/https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/google-launches-new-ai-mode-experience-in-chrome/https://www.tomsguide.com/ai/i-tested-chromes-new-ai-mode-its-a-productivity-dream-that-your-ram-will-hate
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  • Google updates AI Mode on Chrome to show the linked page side-by-side with the chat, keeping context as you browse.
  • AI Mode now lets you pick recent tabs, images, or files via a plus menu, so answers draw from your specific sources.
  • AI Mode can show sources next to the current page, so you can ask follow-up questions without leaving the page.
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Character.AI Will Use AI to Let You Play a Character in Your Favorite Book
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technology1d ago

Character.AI Will Use AI to Let You Play a Character in Your Favorite Book

https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/character-ai-new-feature-allows-you-to-play-a-character-in-your-favorite-book/https://variety.com/2026/gaming/news/character-ai-launches-ai-powered-books-feature-1236722570/https://mashable.com/article/character-ai-books-role-play
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  • Character.AI opens Books mode, turning reading into roleplay as users step inside Pride and Prejudice and The Great Gatsby.
  • The Books catalog launches with over 20 public-domain titles from Project Gutenberg, including Alice in Wonderland and The Great Gatsby.
  • Users can embody existing characters or create their own personas, choosing either a book arc mode or a looser off-script mode for freeform play.
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Battlefield 6 Devs are Trying to Win Back Fans With Multiple Big Map Reveals, Naval Warfare, and More in Full 2026 Roadmap
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technology1d ago

Battlefield 6 Devs are Trying to Win Back Fans With Multiple Big Map Reveals, Naval Warfare, and More in Full 2026 Roadmap

https://www.ign.com/articles/battlefield-6-2026-roadmap-confirmedhttps://www.pcgamer.com/games/fps/battlefield-6-enters-its-weve-heard-your-feedback-era-7-more-maps-are-coming-in-2026-including-fan-favorite-wake-island/https://www.gamingbible.com/news/battlefield-6-adding-arc-raiders-standout-feature-861164-20260415
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  • Wake Island returns as a prominent naval-themed map, featuring expanded water combat and aircraft carrier spawns for larger-scale sea battles.
  • The Golmud Railway remake, now called Railway to Golmud, expands in Tajikistan with updated visuals, reworked play areas, and enhanced audio design.
  • Battlefield 6 is getting bigger maps, as shown in a 2026 roadmap video, with a reimagined Golmud Railway and a larger naval-focused map in July.
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The European Commission wants to 'contest Google Search's position' via data sharing proposal
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technology20m ago

The European Commission wants to 'contest Google Search's position' via data sharing proposal

https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/the-european-commission-wants-to-push-google-off-its-web-search-throne-with-a-data-sharing-proposal/
Pcgamer.com
  • The European Commission proposed data sharing to curb Google's search dominance under the Digital Markets Act.
  • The plan aims to help rival search engines contest Google by providing access to key data.
  • The proposal sets a deadline for stakeholders to submit views by May 1 and a final decision later.
  • Google has historically resisted data-sharing proposals and faced antitrust scrutiny in the US.
  • Regulators hope the data sharing will help third parties optimize search services and boost competition.
  • The data-sharing move intersects privacy and innovation concerns raised by opponents.
  • The European Commission views data sharing as a potential remedy to gatekeeper power in online search.
  • The measure targets Google as part of efforts to diversify search results and competition.
  • Background context cites a 2024 US antitrust ruling related to Google's practices.
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iOS 27 rumored to bring new design changes in two key areas - 9to5Mac
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technology12m ago

iOS 27 rumored to bring new design changes in two key areas - 9to5Mac

https://9to5mac.com/2026/04/17/ios-27-rumored-to-bring-new-design-changes-in-two-key-areas/
9to5mac.com
  • iOS 27 may introduce a systemwide Liquid Glass transparency slider, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
  • Two key changes are anticipated: the slider and general tweaks to iterate on iOS 26’s design.
  • Apple aims for gradual, not sweeping, UI improvements in iOS 27 following the Liquid Glass debut.
  • The report notes potential tweaks to apps such as Music and Podcasts to improve usability.
  • The announcement is tied to Apple's anticipated June 8 unveiling of iOS 27.
  • Gurman emphasizes broader engineering improvements needed for systemwide changes.
  • The article cites Gurman’s two reports published by Bloomberg.
  • A systemwide Liquid Glass slider could alter the look across home screen, folders, and navigation bars if implemented.
  • The piece includes user opinions on desired changes to the interface and tab behaviors.
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Iran: Internet blackout highlights real toll of censorship
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world17m ago

Iran: Internet blackout highlights real toll of censorship

https://www.dw.com/en/iran-internet-blackout-highlights-real-toll-of-censorship/a-76832488
Dw.com
  • Iran's January protests led to the longest internet blackout in the country's history, with connectivity kept at tiny levels.
  • Experts say the shutdown has caused severe economic losses, with official figures suggesting substantial daily costs and wider impact on businesses.
  • Residents faced limited access and rising costs for VPNs and Starlink, described as essential lifelines by some users.
  • Officials argue the intranet is enough, but many Iranians distrust state messaging apps and surveillance.
  • The outage has pushed people toward satellite TV and shortwave media as alternative sources of information.
  • Business owners report being unable to operate online, with personal savings and livelihoods affected.
  • The shutdown has reshaped information flow, making verification harder and reducing the public sphere.
  • The restrictions were extended after the US-Israeli attacks began, keeping connectivity at minimal levels.
  • The Iranian regime cites national security to justify the shutdown while the public questions the cost to freedoms.
  • The article notes a shift to domestic platforms, despite distrust in surveillance, as the state promotes a closed network model.
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AI Drafting My Stories? Over My Dead Body
#10 out of 633
technology18m ago

AI Drafting My Stories? Over My Dead Body

https://www.wired.com/story/backchannel-the-problem-with-letting-ai-do-the-writing/
Wired.com
  • Latest reports show journalists using AI to draft stories, then refining with human insight.
  • Editors stress AI is used as a tool, not a replacement for human thinking.
  • Writers worry AI could erode the personal voice and soul of journalism.
  • Industry voices say AI may save time but must preserve reader connection.
  • Public figures and outlets describe AI-assisted work as a blend of drafting and editing.
  • The debate spans generations, with younger journalists viewing AI as a threat to careers.
  • Publishers claim AI assistance does not replace human authorship but supports reporting.
  • The piece notes a broader trend of AI-friendly policies in outlets like Business Insider.
  • Wired columnist Steven Levy reflects on the moral and practical limits of AI in writing.
  • The discussion highlights a shift toward AI-assisted workflows across major outlets.
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