Meta AI is built into Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp and cannot be fully disabled, but users can mute its presence. Detailed steps show how to silence Meta AI in Instagram, turn off comment summaries on Facebook, mute the chat in Messenger, and hide the AI conversation in WhatsApp. Muting reduces AI prompts and notifications while keeping the apps functional. Leia mais →

Google announced a fresh set of artificial‑intelligence tools for Gmail, extending Gemini’s role in the email service. AI Overviews, which originally summarized email threads, are now available for Gmail search, letting users enter natural‑language queries and receive concise, citation‑backed answers. Paying Pro and Ultra subscribers will see an AI‑powered proofreading assistant that highlights suggestions with dotted underlines. A preview of an AI‑driven Inbox, featuring “Priorities” and “Catch me up” sections, is being tested with a limited group of users before broader rollout. The updates aim to make email handling faster and more intelligent. Leia mais →

OpenAI has launched a pilot of a group chat feature for ChatGPT, currently being tested in Japan, New Zealand, South Korea and Taiwan. The feature is available to Free, Plus and Team users on both mobile and web platforms, allowing groups of one to twenty participants to collaborate within the app. Privacy safeguards keep personal chats and memory private, while group chats are invitation‑only and can be left at any time. The pilot will collect user feedback to shape future expansion and functionality. Leia mais →

Meta AI now appears in Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp, offering suggestions and comment summaries that many users find intrusive. While the feature cannot be removed entirely, each app provides a way to mute the AI chat and turn off its automatic functions. By accessing the chat settings or privacy options within each platform, users can silence Meta AI, hide its messages, and stop comment summaries from appearing on their posts. These steps give users control over the AI presence without needing to uninstall any apps. Leia mais →

Microsoft is testing a suite of new AI-driven capabilities for Windows 11 through its Insider program. The updates include Copilot taking over the taskbar search area, answering plain‑language questions about system settings, and linking to the appropriate Settings pages. Additional features such as Copilot Connectors, document‑creation shortcuts, File Explorer AI actions, and Vision‑enabled document scanning are being trialed. While none of the changes are yet part of the publicly released Windows 11 25H2 update, the company appears to be applying lessons learned from earlier rollout challenges. Leia mais →

Google has confirmed that its AI-powered Ask Photos feature is currently unavailable to users in Texas and Illinois. The company cited ongoing efforts to determine how to expand access, while industry observers link the restriction to recent state settlements over biometric data collection in Google Photos. Both Ask Photos and the related Conversational Editing tool rely on facial recognition, which raises legal challenges under state privacy laws that require explicit consent from subjects captured in photos. Leia mais →

A step‑by‑step guide shows Pixel owners how to mute, minimize or remove AI-driven functions across the device. It covers uninstalling or disabling AI‑centric apps, adjusting settings in Google Photos, Messages, Phone, and the Pixel launcher, and reverting from Gemini back to Google Assistant. The instructions help users retain control over their Pixel experience without the built‑in AI enhancements. Leia mais →

At OpenAI’s recent developer event, CEO Sam Altman clarified that the company has no immediate plans to embed advertisements in the newly launched ChatGPT Pulse, a personalized daily briefing tool. While Altman highlighted the feature’s ability to learn from user data and generate tailored content, he also noted that OpenAI approaches any potential ad integration with caution. Pulse, initially intended for all users, is currently available to Pro subscribers due to its compute‑intensive nature. Leia mais →

Microsoft has introduced a new Windows AI Labs program that aims to speed up the development of artificial‑intelligence features for Windows 11. The pilot begins with the Paint app, offering a small group of testers early access to experimental AI tools. The initiative is separate from existing preview builds and focuses on rapid customer feedback regarding usability, interest, and market fit. While the sign‑up process is not yet functional, Microsoft says the program will expand to additional applications over time, aligning with its broader push to embed AI across the Windows ecosystem. Leia mais →

Samsung introduced its new Galaxy S25 FE smartphone at the IFA trade show, positioning it as a more affordable midrange option within the S25 family. Priced lower than the flagship S25, the FE model ships with One UI 8, an Exynos 2400 processor, a 6.7‑inch AMOLED display capable of 1,900 nits, and a versatile triple‑camera system. The device also includes new AI‑driven software features such as Generative Edit and an on‑device assistant, offering flagship‑level experiences at a reduced cost. Leia mais →

The upcoming iPhone 17 launch faces a critical test: Apple needs to showcase AI capabilities that are genuinely tied to the new hardware, not just a rehash of existing features. While Apple Intelligence already offers tools like email rewriting and personalized emojis, the author argues that without a distinct, hardware‑driven AI experience, many users will see little reason to upgrade. Expectations include innovations that leverage the phone’s sensors and neural engine in ways that cannot be replicated on older models or competing devices. Leia mais →

Apple Intelligence, the AI suite introduced with iOS 18, has sparked mixed reactions among users. Surveys show a minority of smartphone owners are eager to adopt the new features, while many cite storage concerns and limited perceived value. Apple now provides clear steps to turn off the entire system or individual components, and to monitor the space the service occupies. Understanding these options helps users reclaim storage, protect privacy, and tailor their device experience to personal preferences. Leia mais →

Samsung introduced the Galaxy S25 FE, Galaxy Tab S11, and Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra at IFA 2025, expanding its mobile lineup with a more affordable flagship S25 variant and two high‑end tablets. The devices feature larger displays, upgraded cameras, faster chipsets and enhanced AI capabilities such as Circle to Search and generative tools. Samsung highlighted a goal to double its Galaxy AI user base to 400 million by year‑end, emphasizing AI’s seamless integration into everyday tasks without users needing to know it’s AI. Leia mais →

Apple’s latest iOS 26 update introduces Live Translation, a real‑time language tool that works within Messages, phone calls and FaceTime. Users can select a primary language, have it downloaded, and see incoming messages instantly rendered in their preferred language alongside the original text. The feature also extends to voice conversations when paired with AirPods Pro 3, Pro 2 or AirPods 3 equipped with active noise cancellation. Early testers report seamless interactions with family members speaking different languages, highlighting the technology’s potential to make everyday communication smoother and more inclusive. Leia mais →

Apple's iOS 26 update introduces a suite of Apple Intelligence tools that aim to make everyday tasks more seamless. Live Translation adds real‑time language conversion to Messages, FaceTime and phone calls. Genmoji and Image Playground receive upgrades that let users create custom emojis and generate AI‑enhanced artwork. Visual Intelligence can now scan the screen to retrieve information and act on screenshots. Developers gain access to Apple’s foundation models, enabling third‑party apps to embed AI without additional costs. Finally, the Shortcuts app incorporates Apple Intelligence, opening new possibilities for automated actions. The update is free for compatible devices. Leia mais →

Apple Intelligence, the AI suite embedded in the latest iOS, iPadOS, and macOS releases, can be disabled entirely or fine‑tuned feature by feature. Users can manage the setting in the device’s Settings app, control storage impact, and adjust permissions through Screen Time. Surveys show mixed interest in AI features, with many users opting out. The guide explains how to locate the Apple Intelligence toggle, turn off specific tools like Image Playground, Genmoji, and message summaries, and manage related options such as Writing Tools and the ChatGPT Extension. Leia mais →

Samsung introduced its new Galaxy S25 FE smartphone at the IFA trade show, positioning it as a more affordable midrange option within the S25 family. Priced lower than the flagship S25, the FE model ships with One UI 8, an Exynos 2400 processor, a 6.7‑inch AMOLED display capable of 1,900 nits, and a versatile triple‑camera system. The device also includes new AI‑driven software features such as Generative Edit and an on‑device assistant, offering flagship‑level experiences at a reduced cost. Leia mais →

Samsung introduced its new Galaxy S25 FE smartphone at the IFA trade show, positioning it as a more affordable midrange option within the S25 family. Priced lower than the flagship S25, the FE model ships with One UI 8, an Exynos 2400 processor, a 6.7‑inch AMOLED display capable of 1,900 nits, and a versatile triple‑camera system. The device also includes new AI‑driven software features such as Generative Edit and an on‑device assistant, offering flagship‑level experiences at a reduced cost. Leia mais →

The upcoming iPhone 17 launch faces a critical test: Apple needs to showcase AI capabilities that are genuinely tied to the new hardware, not just a rehash of existing features. While Apple Intelligence already offers tools like email rewriting and personalized emojis, the author argues that without a distinct, hardware‑driven AI experience, many users will see little reason to upgrade. Expectations include innovations that leverage the phone’s sensors and neural engine in ways that cannot be replicated on older models or competing devices. Leia mais →

The upcoming iPhone 17 launch faces a critical test: Apple needs to showcase AI capabilities that are genuinely tied to the new hardware, not just a rehash of existing features. While Apple Intelligence already offers tools like email rewriting and personalized emojis, the author argues that without a distinct, hardware‑driven AI experience, many users will see little reason to upgrade. Expectations include innovations that leverage the phone’s sensors and neural engine in ways that cannot be replicated on older models or competing devices. Leia mais →