OpenAI has upgraded the ChatGPT deep research feature with a full‑screen document viewer that lets users scroll through AI‑generated reports in a separate window. The new interface includes a table of contents on the left and a source list on the right, enabling easier navigation and source verification. Users can direct the model to focus on particular websites or connected apps, monitor research progress in real time, adjust the research scope, and add additional sources while the report is being compiled. Completed reports can be downloaded in Markdown, Word, or PDF formats. The enhancements roll out to Plus and Pro subscribers immediately, with broader availability slated for the coming days for ChatGPT Go and free users. Read more →

OpenAI has confirmed that the ChatGPT-4o model will be retired, directing users to its newer version. The change has sparked concern among long‑time users who prefer the older model’s tone and reliability. In response, the company highlights new personality‑customization features, while the community shares practical workarounds, including prompt tweaks, compatibility scripts, third‑party revival sites, petitions, and migration to alternative AI services. Read more →

OpenAI disclosed that it will retire several AI models, including GPT-4o, GPT-4.1, GPT-4.1 mini, o4-mini, and even GPT-5, with the final access date set for Friday, Feb. 13. The move sparked frustration among a dedicated user base, many of whom considered GPT-4o a favorite. OpenAI explained the decision in a blog post, emphasizing the need to focus on improving the models most people use today. The company noted that only about 0.1% of its users—roughly 800,000 out of 800 million weekly active users—regularly rely on GPT-4o, and it hopes the new GPT-5 releases will win over the community. Read more →

OpenAI has added a suite of personality controls to ChatGPT, allowing users to fine‑tune the bot’s tone and style. The new "Characteristics" settings let users adjust warmth, enthusiasm, the use of headers and lists, and emoji presence with simple "more," "default," or "less" options. These controls sit alongside the existing "Base style and tone" menu, which offers presets such as Professional, Friendly, Candid, Quirky, Efficient, Nerdy, and Cynical. Accessible via the Personalization menu, the settings take effect instantly, giving users granular control over how the AI communicates. Read more →

OpenAI has added new personalization controls to ChatGPT, allowing users to adjust the model's warmth, enthusiasm, and emoji usage. These options appear in the Personalization menu and can be set to More, Less, or Default. The changes complement existing style selections such as Professional, Candid, and Quirky. The update follows earlier adjustments after user feedback on tone, and it has sparked discussion among academics about the potential impact of overly affirming chatbot behavior on user experience. Read more →

Anthropic announced a major upgrade to its Claude chatbot, adding an enhanced memory feature set for paying users. The new capabilities let Claude remember past conversations, learn user preferences, and compartmentalize information through a Projects feature that creates separate memory spaces. Users can edit, import, or export Claude’s stored context, and the company emphasized transparency by showing a synthesis of what the model retains. Anthropic also reported extensive safety testing to curb sycophancy and harmful outputs. The optional feature is available now for Max subscribers, with Pro access slated for the near future. Read more →

Microsoft has rolled out a new preview build of Windows 11 that expands the capabilities of its AI‑driven Settings agent, a feature reserved for Copilot+ PCs. The update adds more suggestion results when users search for settings, alerts users when a requested change cannot be applied, and surfaces recently used options on the Settings home panel. In addition, the Run command dialog now respects dark mode. These changes aim to make the AI assistant more helpful and intuitive for users, especially those less familiar with Windows configuration options. Read more →

Nvidia has released version 11.0.5 of its Nvidia App for gaming laptops equipped with GeForce GPUs. The update expands the G‑Assist AI suite to control notebook settings such as BatteryBoost, WhisperMode and battery Optimal Playable Settings, aiming to improve battery life and reduce fan noise. It also adds optimal presets for several new titles, including Borderlands 4, Grounded 2 and Mafia: The Old Country, plus DLSS override support for a handful of games. Bug fixes and stability improvements address prior issues with setting persistence after reboot. Read more →

Rabbit has launched RabbitOS 2, a major software overhaul for the Rabbit R1 handheld AI device. The update adds a colorful card‑based interface, multimodal voice, text and image interactions, and a new "Creations" platform that lets users build tools, games and experiences through conversational "vibe coding". The update aims to close the gap between early expectations and the original experience, offering a more visual and intuitive way to access the R1’s capabilities while keeping the device’s low price and niche appeal. Read more →

Apple's iOS 26 brings a suite of subtle yet impactful enhancements that go beyond the headline changes. Users can now customize alarm snooze lengths, create custom ringtones without a computer, copy selected text from messages, and view visited places in Maps. Battery charging estimates appear on the lock screen, and Adaptive Power Mode adjusts performance on the fly. New visual tools let photos become spatial scenes, screenshots be searched, and lyrics be translated in real time. Additional conveniences include AirPods as a remote shutter, conversation backgrounds in Messages, and on‑device PDF editing, all designed to make daily iPhone interactions smoother and more personal. Read more →

Rabbit has launched RabbitOS 2, a major software overhaul for the Rabbit R1 handheld AI device. The update adds a colorful card‑based interface, multimodal voice, text and image interactions, and a new "Creations" platform that lets users build tools, games and experiences through conversational "vibe coding". The update aims to close the gap between early expectations and the original experience, offering a more visual and intuitive way to access the R1’s capabilities while keeping the device’s low price and niche appeal. Read more →

Rabbit has launched RabbitOS 2, a major software overhaul for the Rabbit R1 handheld AI device. The update adds a colorful card‑based interface, multimodal voice, text and image interactions, and a new "Creations" platform that lets users build tools, games and experiences through conversational "vibe coding". The update aims to close the gap between early expectations and the original experience, offering a more visual and intuitive way to access the R1’s capabilities while keeping the device’s low price and niche appeal. Read more →

Apple's iOS 26 brings a suite of subtle yet impactful enhancements that go beyond the headline changes. Users can now customize alarm snooze lengths, create custom ringtones without a computer, copy selected text from messages, and view visited places in Maps. Battery charging estimates appear on the lock screen, and Adaptive Power Mode adjusts performance on the fly. New visual tools let photos become spatial scenes, screenshots be searched, and lyrics be translated in real time. Additional conveniences include AirPods as a remote shutter, conversation backgrounds in Messages, and on‑device PDF editing, all designed to make daily iPhone interactions smoother and more personal. Read more →

Apple's iOS 26 brings a suite of subtle yet impactful enhancements that go beyond the headline changes. Users can now customize alarm snooze lengths, create custom ringtones without a computer, copy selected text from messages, and view visited places in Maps. Battery charging estimates appear on the lock screen, and Adaptive Power Mode adjusts performance on the fly. New visual tools let photos become spatial scenes, screenshots be searched, and lyrics be translated in real time. Additional conveniences include AirPods as a remote shutter, conversation backgrounds in Messages, and on‑device PDF editing, all designed to make daily iPhone interactions smoother and more personal. Read more →

Rabbit has launched RabbitOS 2, a major software overhaul for the Rabbit R1 handheld AI device. The update adds a colorful card‑based interface, multimodal voice, text and image interactions, and a new "Creations" platform that lets users build tools, games and experiences through conversational "vibe coding". The update aims to close the gap between early expectations and the original experience, offering a more visual and intuitive way to access the R1’s capabilities while keeping the device’s low price and niche appeal. Read more →

Apple's iOS 26 brings a suite of subtle yet impactful enhancements that go beyond the headline changes. Users can now customize alarm snooze lengths, create custom ringtones without a computer, copy selected text from messages, and view visited places in Maps. Battery charging estimates appear on the lock screen, and Adaptive Power Mode adjusts performance on the fly. New visual tools let photos become spatial scenes, screenshots be searched, and lyrics be translated in real time. Additional conveniences include AirPods as a remote shutter, conversation backgrounds in Messages, and on‑device PDF editing, all designed to make daily iPhone interactions smoother and more personal. Read more →

Apple's iOS 26 brings a suite of subtle yet impactful enhancements that go beyond the headline changes. Users can now customize alarm snooze lengths, create custom ringtones without a computer, copy selected text from messages, and view visited places in Maps. Battery charging estimates appear on the lock screen, and Adaptive Power Mode adjusts performance on the fly. New visual tools let photos become spatial scenes, screenshots be searched, and lyrics be translated in real time. Additional conveniences include AirPods as a remote shutter, conversation backgrounds in Messages, and on‑device PDF editing, all designed to make daily iPhone interactions smoother and more personal. Read more →

Apple's iOS 26 brings a suite of subtle yet impactful enhancements that go beyond the headline changes. Users can now customize alarm snooze lengths, create custom ringtones without a computer, copy selected text from messages, and view visited places in Maps. Battery charging estimates appear on the lock screen, and Adaptive Power Mode adjusts performance on the fly. New visual tools let photos become spatial scenes, screenshots be searched, and lyrics be translated in real time. Additional conveniences include AirPods as a remote shutter, conversation backgrounds in Messages, and on‑device PDF editing, all designed to make daily iPhone interactions smoother and more personal. Read more →

Rabbit has launched RabbitOS 2, a major software overhaul for the Rabbit R1 handheld AI device. The update adds a colorful card‑based interface, multimodal voice, text and image interactions, and a new "Creations" platform that lets users build tools, games and experiences through conversational "vibe coding". The update aims to close the gap between early expectations and the original experience, offering a more visual and intuitive way to access the R1’s capabilities while keeping the device’s low price and niche appeal. Read more →

Apple has rolled out the fifth public beta of iOS 26, featuring a new Liquid Glass design for developers' iPhones and enhancements such as call screening. The beta also re‑enables AI‑generated notification summaries for news and entertainment apps, a feature previously disabled after criticism from the BBC about inaccurate headlines. This reintroduction comes with a prominent warning that summaries may alter original meanings and should be verified. Users can choose which app categories receive summaries and can easily toggle the feature on or off through Settings. Read more →