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The Year AI Became Personal: 10 Tools That Changed How We Live In 2025
In 2025, artificial intelligence went from being a buzzword to becoming a seamless part of everyday life and conversations.
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Who Is Amar Subramanya? Indian-Origin Researcher Taking Reigns of Apple’s AI Division
Apple has appointed AI researcher Amar Subramanya as its new Vice President of AI, replacing John Giannandrea. Subramanya, who previously led Google’s Gemini Assistant and briefly worked at Microsoft, will report to Craig Federighi. Apple says his expertise will support upcoming Apple Intelligence features as the company works to catch up in the ...
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Google Maps Reportedly Rolling Out Gemini Support for All Navigation Modes
Google announced earlier this month that Gemini would replace Google Assistant as the primary artificial intelligence (AI) assistant in Maps. This change is now finally said to be taking place. According to a report, Gemini is now available to help users in Google Maps, enabling them to start navigation to a destination, find places along the route...
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Perplexity Launches AI Shopping Tool After Google and OpenAI as Holiday Season Shopping War Intensifies
Perplexity AI has released a new shopping assistant that lets users search for products, refine results and complete purchases within the same chat interface. The system uses natural-language prompts, remembers past conversations, and integrates PayPal for checkout. The feature is currently available to US users on the desktop and web interfaces.
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Google Pixel 10 Pro Ad Takes Aim at Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Over 'Inspired' Photo Editing, Call Screening Features
Google has released an ad, as part of its Best Phones Forever campaign, which seemingly mocks Apple. The video shows the iPhone 17 Pro talking to the Pixel 10 Pro, where Apple's handset claims that its call screening and AI photo editing features, apart from an AI voice assistant that can hold "real conversations", were inspired by the Pixel models...
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Google Reportedly Starts Rolling Out Gemini Assistant in Android Auto
Google has reportedly begun rolling out its Gemini assistant to Android Auto, according to a 9to5Google report. The AI-powered assistant was spotted on Android Auto versions 15.6 and 15.7 when connected to select Pixel and Samsung devices. First announced at Google I/O in May, Gemini will replace Google Assistant, offering hands-free, conversationa...
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Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP2 De-NOx, Purifier Hot+Cool HP1 Launched in India: Price, Features
Dyson has launched the newest additions to its line of Hot+Cool purifier range, the Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP2 De-NOx and the Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP1 in India. The new products come with sensors to remove odours and gases, and continuously destroy formaldehyde while providing comfortable heating and cooling in a single machine. Users can view ...
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Google Maps Gets New Features in India: Conversational Driving Experience, Proactive Traffic Alerts and More
Google Maps has rolled out 10 new India-focused features, including Gemini-powered voice assistance for hands-free navigation, local recommendations, and the ability to ask detailed questions about routes and places. The update also introduces proactive traffic alerts and accident-prone area warnings in select cities. Some features are India-exclus...
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Apple To Use Google's Gemini Model To Run New Siri: Report
Apple plans to use a 1.2 trillion-parameter artificial intelligence model developed by Alphabet's Google to help power a revamp of its Siri voice assistant, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday.
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The Secret To Budget Holidays: Online Travel Agencies Vs Direct Deals, Decoded
It is a modern travel dilemma. And much like choosing between a backpack and a trolley bag, the right answer depends on your travel style.
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Grammarly Rebrands to Superhuman, Introduces New Agentic AI Assistant
Grammarly has officially rebranded as Superhuman, consolidating its portfolio under one name. The new Superhuman brand now includes Grammarly, Coda, Superhuman Mail, and the newly launched Superhuman Go, an agentic AI assistant that proactively connects to user data across apps like Google Workspace and Outlook to assist with tasks and writing with...
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Gemini for Home Voice Assistant Early Access Rollout Begins: Check Compatible Speakers, Displays
Google started the early access rollout of the Gemini for Home voice assistant in the US. It will be expanded to more countries next year. The Gemini for Home will replace the Google Assistant on the Nest smart home devices. The voice assistant will support all Google speakers and displays released since 2016. Users need a Google Home Premium subsc...
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Google Says Fitbit AI Health Coach Uses Gemini Models for Adaptive Coaching
Google is launching a public preview of its Gemini-powered Fitbit Personal Health Coach on October 28 for Fitbit Premium users in the US. The AI-based assistant combines fitness, sleep, and wellness guidance within a redesigned Fitbit app featuring new sections and an “Ask Coach” option. Users can chat naturally to receive personalised plans an...
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How to Ensure Data Safety With Gemini AI Assistant, Google Explains
Google is expanding its Gemini AI assistant to more Android devices, officially replacing Google Assistant. Users are being notified via email, which also outlines how their data is handled. Gemini offers conversational interactions, app integration, and live assistance via screen sharing and video calls. However, Google clarifies that chats and ac...
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Google's Gemini AI Assistant Could Soon Add a Mic Lock Option for Longer Voice Commands: Report
The APK teardown of version 16.42.61 of the Google app has reportedly revealed a new mic option. Google is testing the option to let users long-press the mic icon in Gemini’s input box. It is expected to be useful for users to put longer requests. After being long-pressed, the mic icon will appear as a stop button, which users can tap when they w...
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The Year AI Became Personal: 10 Tools That Changed How We Live In 2025
In 2025, artificial intelligence went from being a buzzword to becoming a seamless part of everyday life and conversations.
-
Who Is Amar Subramanya? Indian-Origin Researcher Taking Reigns of Apple’s AI Division
Apple has appointed AI researcher Amar Subramanya as its new Vice President of AI, replacing John Giannandrea. Subramanya, who previously led Google’s Gemini Assistant and briefly worked at Microsoft, will report to Craig Federighi. Apple says his expertise will support upcoming Apple Intelligence features as the company works to catch up in the ...
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Google Maps Reportedly Rolling Out Gemini Support for All Navigation Modes
Google announced earlier this month that Gemini would replace Google Assistant as the primary artificial intelligence (AI) assistant in Maps. This change is now finally said to be taking place. According to a report, Gemini is now available to help users in Google Maps, enabling them to start navigation to a destination, find places along the route...
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Perplexity Launches AI Shopping Tool After Google and OpenAI as Holiday Season Shopping War Intensifies
Perplexity AI has released a new shopping assistant that lets users search for products, refine results and complete purchases within the same chat interface. The system uses natural-language prompts, remembers past conversations, and integrates PayPal for checkout. The feature is currently available to US users on the desktop and web interfaces.
-
Google Pixel 10 Pro Ad Takes Aim at Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Over 'Inspired' Photo Editing, Call Screening Features
Google has released an ad, as part of its Best Phones Forever campaign, which seemingly mocks Apple. The video shows the iPhone 17 Pro talking to the Pixel 10 Pro, where Apple's handset claims that its call screening and AI photo editing features, apart from an AI voice assistant that can hold "real conversations", were inspired by the Pixel models...
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Google Reportedly Starts Rolling Out Gemini Assistant in Android Auto
Google has reportedly begun rolling out its Gemini assistant to Android Auto, according to a 9to5Google report. The AI-powered assistant was spotted on Android Auto versions 15.6 and 15.7 when connected to select Pixel and Samsung devices. First announced at Google I/O in May, Gemini will replace Google Assistant, offering hands-free, conversationa...
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Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP2 De-NOx, Purifier Hot+Cool HP1 Launched in India: Price, Features
Dyson has launched the newest additions to its line of Hot+Cool purifier range, the Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP2 De-NOx and the Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP1 in India. The new products come with sensors to remove odours and gases, and continuously destroy formaldehyde while providing comfortable heating and cooling in a single machine. Users can view ...
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Google Maps Gets New Features in India: Conversational Driving Experience, Proactive Traffic Alerts and More
Google Maps has rolled out 10 new India-focused features, including Gemini-powered voice assistance for hands-free navigation, local recommendations, and the ability to ask detailed questions about routes and places. The update also introduces proactive traffic alerts and accident-prone area warnings in select cities. Some features are India-exclus...
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Apple To Use Google's Gemini Model To Run New Siri: Report
Apple plans to use a 1.2 trillion-parameter artificial intelligence model developed by Alphabet's Google to help power a revamp of its Siri voice assistant, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday.
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The Secret To Budget Holidays: Online Travel Agencies Vs Direct Deals, Decoded
It is a modern travel dilemma. And much like choosing between a backpack and a trolley bag, the right answer depends on your travel style.
-
Grammarly Rebrands to Superhuman, Introduces New Agentic AI Assistant
Grammarly has officially rebranded as Superhuman, consolidating its portfolio under one name. The new Superhuman brand now includes Grammarly, Coda, Superhuman Mail, and the newly launched Superhuman Go, an agentic AI assistant that proactively connects to user data across apps like Google Workspace and Outlook to assist with tasks and writing with...
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Gemini for Home Voice Assistant Early Access Rollout Begins: Check Compatible Speakers, Displays
Google started the early access rollout of the Gemini for Home voice assistant in the US. It will be expanded to more countries next year. The Gemini for Home will replace the Google Assistant on the Nest smart home devices. The voice assistant will support all Google speakers and displays released since 2016. Users need a Google Home Premium subsc...
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Google Says Fitbit AI Health Coach Uses Gemini Models for Adaptive Coaching
Google is launching a public preview of its Gemini-powered Fitbit Personal Health Coach on October 28 for Fitbit Premium users in the US. The AI-based assistant combines fitness, sleep, and wellness guidance within a redesigned Fitbit app featuring new sections and an “Ask Coach” option. Users can chat naturally to receive personalised plans an...
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How to Ensure Data Safety With Gemini AI Assistant, Google Explains
Google is expanding its Gemini AI assistant to more Android devices, officially replacing Google Assistant. Users are being notified via email, which also outlines how their data is handled. Gemini offers conversational interactions, app integration, and live assistance via screen sharing and video calls. However, Google clarifies that chats and ac...
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Google's Gemini AI Assistant Could Soon Add a Mic Lock Option for Longer Voice Commands: Report
The APK teardown of version 16.42.61 of the Google app has reportedly revealed a new mic option. Google is testing the option to let users long-press the mic icon in Gemini’s input box. It is expected to be useful for users to put longer requests. After being long-pressed, the mic icon will appear as a stop button, which users can tap when they w...
