filo/Getty Images Sometimes, I think AI chatbots are modeled after teenagers. They can be very, very good. But other times, they tell lies. They make stuff up. They confabulate. They confidently give answers based on the assumption that they know everything there is to know, but they’re woefully wrong. See what I mean? You can’t […] More
Jason Hosking/Getty Images As an active user of Bluesky, I’ve witnessed the platform’s remarkable growth firsthand. In recent weeks, my follower count has surged alongside the influx of many new users joining the network, reflecting a genuine demand for a fresh social media experience. However, with such rapid growth come some challenges. Today, Bluesky experienced […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Amazon’s base model Kindle retails for $110 and promises quicker page-turning, a brighter display, and a fun matcha green colorway (alongside the classic black). The e-reader is more reactive and vivid, and reading anything on the lightweight, portable device is convenient. This model has the shortest battery life out of the […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Oukitel RT3 Pro is available for preorder now on Oukitel’s site. This tablet is a rugged little beast that will take a beating and still perform as well as any mid-range Android. The RT3 Pro’s performance will not blow you away. –> I’ve become a fan of Oukitel phones and […] More
mdesigner125/Getty Images The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is here, and with it comes…errands! From traveling to loved ones’ homes to running to stores for last-minute gifts, ingredients, or decor, much of the season is spent on the road. To help make the experience as easy as possible, Google unveiled some features for […] More
Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETOne of the most practical applications of generative AI is enhancing voice assistants, which have remained relatively unchanged for years — and have notoriously not been the best at communicating. With Gemini Live, you can finally have human-like conversations with AI. Also: I downloaded Google’s Gemini app on the iPhone for free – and it nearly replaces Siri for meIn May, Google unveiled Gemini Live, a conversational AI-powered assistant that can be interrupted, have multi-turn conversations, and revisit conversations later. Initially, Gemini Live was only available to Gemini Advanced users, requiring a $20 monthly membership to access. Then, it was made available for free, but only to Android users. Now, free iOS users have been looped in, too. Getting started is easy, and having a conversation with Gemini, even if just once, is worth a try. It supports many languages, including Arabic, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, ensuring that certain people can have a worthwhile experience. Keep reading below to learn how and what to use it for. How to access Gemini Live on Android Downloading the Gemini app from the Google Play Store More
PAU BARRENA/Getty Images SALT LAKE CITY – At KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America 2024, Red Hat announced more updates to its OpenShift Kubernetes platform than you can shake a stick at. Most focused on AI integration, edge computing, and enhanced security features. Here, without further ado, are OpenShift’s crème de la crème. First up, Red […] More
Max Buondonno/ZDNETPhone scams are on the rise, and thanks to AI, they’re more convincing than ever. That’s why Google is stepping in and offering one last line of defense for Pixel users — a feature that listens in, on your phone calls, and alerts you if a scam is going down.Also: Gmail users, beware of new AI scam that looks very authenticHere’s how the feature works.When you place or make a call, the onboard AI listens to your conversation. On the Pixel 9 series, Gemini Nano conducts the detection, while for the Pixel 6 and above, it’s an older learning model. Furthermore, the AI will listen for conversation patterns commonly associated with scams, like a caller urgently requesting funds, asking for account login information, or claiming to be from your bank. Also: 1 in 4 people have experienced identity fraud – and most of them blame AIIf the AI detects a potential scam, you’ll hear an audio alarm, your phone will vibrate, and your phone will show a warning that says, “Likely Scam” and “Suspicious activity detected for this call.” You’ll have the option to choose “Not a scam” or “End call.” More
