NotebookLM Just Got Serious: Custom Prompts, Smarter Audio, and Interactive Learning Tools
NotebookLM’s latest update transforms it into a highly interactive and personalized learning companion with enhanced audio, report tools, and study features.
The World Is Talking to ChatGPT: What the Data Really Shows About AI in Daily Life
ChatGPT’s rapid adoption highlights its transition from a niche tool to a global utility used for practical tasks, information gathering, and personal projects across diverse demographics, indicating a significant shift in how individuals engage with AI in both personal and work settings.
Why Thinking Machines Lab’s First Research Drop Matters
Thinking Machines Lab, founded by former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, aims to enhance AI reliability by addressing the nondeterminism in large language models through innovative, batch-invariant solutions while promoting open science.
Google Gemini Now Supports Audio Uploads: A Practical Guide
Gemini now supports audio uploading for transcription and summarization, enhancing its utility for various users while imposing some limits on file size and audio length.
Windows 10 Support Ends in Weeks: 700M Users Face Upgrade Dilemma
Microsoft’s impending end of support for Windows 10 in October 2025 highlights challenges in upgrading, driven by strict hardware requirements and the push towards AI-optimized systems, prompting a cultural and economic debate around forced obsolescence.
Google Finally Puts Numbers on Gemini AI Limits
Google has officially detailed the quotas for its Gemini AI tiers, offering varying levels of access for free, pro, and ultra plans, catering to casual users, professionals, and power users respectively.
Google’s AI Mode to become Default: The Beginning of a New Search Era
AI Mode’s rollout by Google signifies a major shift in online search experiences, with potential impacts on traffic and publisher dynamics.
Switch 2 Cartridges Too Slow for Star Wars Outlaws
The Switch 2’s reliance on Game Key Cards instead of cartridges for Star Wars Outlaws highlights a significant technical limitation and poses concerns for physical ownership among collectors.
Adobe Brings Premiere Pro to iPhone — For Free
Adobe is launching a free version of Premiere Pro for iPhone on September 30, featuring professional editing tools for mobile creators.
Instagram Finally Lands on iPad
Instagram has finally launched a dedicated iPad app, emphasizing Reels and improved multitasking features, signaling its shift towards a video-first strategy amid competition from TikTok.
OpenAI Introduces Mental Health Safeguards and Parental Controls for ChatGPT
OpenAI is implementing crucial safety upgrades for ChatGPT, including crisis detection and parental controls, in response to ethical pressures and a high-profile lawsuit regarding youth mental health.
Claude Code Comes to the Browser: AI Coding Made Simple
Claude Code is now accessible directly in browsers, simplifying AI-powered coding for both beginners and experienced developers without the need for terminal setup.
Apple Sounds Alarm Over UK Regulatory Plan That Could Delay Features
Apple has expressed concerns that UK regulatory plans could delay feature rollouts and negatively impact user privacy and innovation.
WhatsApp Launches AI Writing Help
WhatsApp has introduced a new “Writing Help” feature that uses AI to assist users in rephrasing and adjusting the tone of their messages while ensuring privacy.
Protecting AI Agents and Empowering Users – Sneak Peek at What We’re Building
A new functional solution is being developed to enhance consumer AI tools, enabling users to easily create and share their own AI-driven solutions while maintaining security and audit logs.
The Mysterious Rise of “nano-banana“
The newly emerging AI image model “nano-banana” is gaining attention for its impressive speed and precision in making seamless edits to images, potentially revolutionizing image editing workflows.
AI Success Starts with People, Not Technology
Effective AI integration in business requires careful planning, training, and ongoing human involvement for optimal results.
NotebookLM Just Gained Video Powers — And It’s a Big Step Toward AI-Powered Teaching and Research
Google’s new Video Overviews feature in NotebookLM transforms documents into AI-narrated slideshow presentations, enhancing knowledge delivery and content creation without the need for design skills.
OpenAI Launches ChatGPT-5 — And Retires All Other GPT Models
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT-5, a comprehensive upgrade with enhanced capabilities for users and developers, emphasizing the concept of “software on demand” for personalized app and tool generation.
OpenAI’s Next Move: GPT‑5, Sora 2, and the Push for Simplicity and Power
GPT-5 is anticipated to be released soon, promising a unified model experience that simplifies user interaction and integrates advanced functionalities, while Sora 2 is expected to enhance video generation capabilities.