Google Expands Availability of Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental and 2.0 Pro Experimental

Following last Wednesday’s announcement, Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental and 2.0 Pro Experimental are now rolling out more widely on Android and iOS apps. Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental: A New Way of AI Reasoning Google’s Gemini 2.0 Flash serves as its default AI model, optimized for speed and everyday tasks. However, the Flash Thinking Experimental version introduces a unique way of displaying AI’s thought process […]

Apple Releases Emergency Security Updates to Patch Zero-Day Vulnerability

Apple has issued emergency security updates to patch a newly discovered zero-day vulnerability that was actively exploited in highly sophisticated and targeted attacks. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-24200, could allow an attacker to bypass USB Restricted Mode, a critical iOS security feature designed to block unauthorized data access on locked devices. This zero-day was discovered and reported by Citizen Lab’s Bill Marczak, a researcher known for […]

Android 16 Beta Unveils Possible New Time Zone Change Notification

Google released the first beta of Android 16 last month, and early testers are already uncovering hidden features that could make their way into the final release. Among them is a new time zone change notification, spotted by Android expert Mishaal Rahman in Android 16 Beta 1. A New Way to Track Time Zone Changes Android already has a robust system that automatically adjusts […]

Google DeepMind CEO: AI Regulation is ‘Important’ but ‘Tricky’ in Today’s World

February 9, 2025 – Paris, FranceGoogle DeepMind CEO and Nobel Laureate Demis Hassabis has emphasized the necessity of regulating AI while acknowledging the complexities of doing so effectively. Speaking ahead of the AI Action Summit in Paris, he underscored the challenges of creating regulations for a rapidly evolving technology that remains poorly understood. “I think it’s important to regulate AI, […]

iPhone SE (4th Gen) Set to Launch Soon: Everything We Know So Far

A new iPhone SE is on the way, and while Apple has yet to confirm details, leaks and rumors have painted a clear picture of what to expect. Following Apple’s usual naming conventions, it will likely be called the iPhone SE (4th generation) or iPhone SE (2025), though Apple typically markets these devices simply as iPhone SE without additional branding. Unlike Apple’s flagship […]

Acer Unveils New Gaming Laptops with AI Features: Predator Helios Neo 16 AI and 18 AI

Acer has launched two new gaming laptops, the Predator Helios Neo 16 AI and Predator Helios Neo 18 AI, during a Counter-Strike gaming tournament in Poland. The new models are equipped with cutting-edge hardware, including the latest processors and graphics chips, enabling advanced AI-powered features. Let’s explore what these powerful machines bring to the table for gamers. Powerful Performance with Intel Core Ultra […]

How to Enable Advanced Data Protection for iCloud Backups

Apple’s Advanced Data Protection provides end-to-end encryption for iCloud backups, ensuring that only you can access your data—even Apple does not hold the encryption keys. While setting it up requires a few extra steps, the added security and privacy benefits make it well worth the effort. To enable Advanced Data Protection, your devices must be running iOS 16.2 (released in December 2022) or later. Below is a step-by-step guide to […]

Tesla’s Dojo Supercomputer: A Timeline of AI Ambitions and Shifting Priorities

Elon Musk has long emphasized that Tesla is more than just an automaker—he envisions it as an AI-driven company on a mission to achieve full autonomy. A key part of that vision has been Dojo, a custom-built supercomputer designed to train Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) neural networks. For years, Musk has promoted Dojo as a game-changer, capable of pushing Tesla past the threshold of “almost […]

Amnesty Criticizes Google’s Decision to Lift AI Restrictions on Weapons and Surveillance

Google’s recent decision to remove its prohibition on using artificial intelligence (AI) for weapons and surveillance has drawn sharp criticism from Amnesty International. Matt Mahmoudi, Researcher and Adviser on AI and Human Rights, warned that the move sets a dangerous precedent and increases the risk of human rights violations. Concerns Over AI in Warfare and Surveillance Amnesty International has long documented the threats posed by AI-powered […]

Nintendo Patent Suggests Switch 2 Joy-Cons Could Feature Mouse Functionality

A newly published Nintendo patent has added weight to rumors that the Nintendo Switch 2 may feature Joy-Con controllers with built-in mouse functionality. The patent, originally filed on August 1, 2023, was officially published on February 6, 2025, and while it does not explicitly confirm its association with the Switch 2, the accompanying diagrams closely resemble the design of the upcoming console. Mouse-Like Features […]