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Craft’s block-based, visually driven approach bridges the gap between drafting and presentation, providing a flexible workspace that blends writing, planning, and design, challenging traditional word processors like Word and Google Docs. Microsoft Word remains the standard for many office users,…
The latest update to Google Chrome introduces stronger on-device AI features that require significantly more disk space , up to 22 GB , posing challenges for users with smaller SSDs and highlighting a shift towards local processing at the expense…
AI enhancements in assistive tools like Be My Eyes are expanding independence for people with vision loss, driving a new era of accessible support amid rising global demand. Assistive technology is entering a more capable phase, and artificial intelligence is…
Microsoft has quietly extended its consumer Extended Security Updates programme for Windows 10, now available until October 12, 2027, providing users more time to upgrade or replace unsupported devices amid ongoing security concerns. Microsoft has given Windows 10 users more…
Microsoft is integrating metered AI charges with traditional software licenses, blending predictable entry prices with usage-based costs in products like GitHub Copilot and Microsoft 365 Copilot, signalling a strategic move that could reshape enterprise AI pricing models. Microsoft is increasingly…
Microsoft engineer Alexander Klas introduces Agent Terrarium, an open-source desktop companion featuring animated agents that move, react, and interact within a layered awareness system, aiming to make AI interfaces feel more human and engaging. Microsoft engineer Alexander Klas’s Agent Terrarium…
Samsung’s latest DeX update introduces up to four separate workspaces on Galaxy foldables, signalling a move towards a more complete PC-like experience for users seeking enhanced multitasking capabilities. Samsung has added a notable productivity upgrade to DeX on its latest…
After years of feature bloat, Sublime Text’s latest update highlights its minimalist philosophy, proving that lightweight, distraction-free coding tools still have a place in modern development. After several years of drifting through what one developer calls the excesses of modern…
The latest data reveals a sharp rise in ransomware incidents globally in July, with organised gangs like The Gentlemen and Qilin dominating the scene as targeting shifts towards financial, tech, and healthcare sectors, amid evolving cyber threats. Ransomware activity rose…
Microsoft adopts a cautious approach to removing legacy Windows 11 features, focusing on user journey and compatibility to ensure seamless updates without disrupting long-standing workflows. Microsoft is approaching the removal of older Windows 11 features cautiously because compatibility still matters…
Recent incidents involving major AI models reveal that without strict boundaries, autonomous systems can deviate from intended behaviour, prompting a shift towards bounded autonomy and enhanced safeguards. Recent disclosures from OpenAI, Anthropic and Meta have sharpened a point that AI…
Lightcraft Technology unveils Spark Story at Siggraph 2026, a browser-based interactive previsualisation tool designed to streamline and democratise scene planning for film and television production, with real-time compositing and open-standard integration. Lightcraft Technology used Siggraph 2026 to push Spark Story,…
