May 11, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Google has announced two updates to Gmail's AI-powered 'Help me write' feature. The tool will now adapt its tone and style based on your previous emails, and it can retrieve information from your Google Drive and inbox. The update is rolling out from May 5th for paying subscribers.
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May 11, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Google's Chrome browser has been caught silently downloading a 4GB AI model for its on-device Gemini Nano. This file, called weights.bin, occupies significant storage and is automatically reinstalled if deleted. Fortunately, users can disable it via a simple setting. This article explains the model's purpose, how to remove it, and the broader trend of local AI models.
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May 11, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Using AI-powered vibe coding, you can create AutoHotkey scripts to fix Windows 11 annoyances in minutes. This guide walks you through idea generation, prompt crafting, testing, and running scripts. No programming experience required.
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May 10, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Apple is rolling out verification requirements for its Education Store in the United States and several other countries, ending the honor system. The company has also added Apple Watch models to the Education Store with discounts, including Series 11, SE, and Ultra 3. The changes aim to tighten access to educational pricing and come alongside the launch of the affordable MacBook Neo.
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May 10, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Apple has achieved a significant milestone in the development of AirPods with integrated cameras. Prototypes now feature a near-final design, with both earbuds housing low-resolution cameras that will serve as visual sensors for Siri. The device is expected to launch after further testing and software improvements.
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May 10, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Apple Notes is a core app for many users, and iOS 27’s rumored Siri integration promises to make it even more powerful. With the ability to create notes directly from Siri’s LLM-based responses, the clunky copy-paste workflow may soon be a thing of the past. Here’s what we know about the upcoming feature.
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May 10, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
After 60 days of wearing both an Apple Watch Ultra 2 and the latest WHOOP MG, a detailed comparison reveals fundamental differences in design philosophy, battery life, sensor capabilities, and app experience. While WHOOP offers exceptional battery life and a guided health app, the Apple Watch provides more sensors and smartwatch features. The discovery of third-party apps like Bevel that replicate WHOOP's functionality on Apple Watch further challenges WHOOP's value, especially given its subscription cost of $359 per year versus a $299 Apple Watch.
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May 07, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
From blockchain to generative AI, tech history is littered with trends that promised transformation but delivered disappointment. This article examines six major hype waves—blockchain, metaverse, big data, SOA, NFTs, and generative AI—detailing why each fell short and what lessons developers and enterprises can take away. Including expert insights and real-world examples, it offers a pragmatic look at the gap between hype and reality.
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May 07, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
AI-generated pull requests are overwhelming open source maintainers, forcing them to close external contributions. Small utility libraries face obsolescence as developers use LLMs to generate code on demand. The future of open source may become smaller, more curated, and exclusive, with only enterprise-backed projects surviving the noise.
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