Google’s latest feature in Chrome prioritises practicality by using predictive loading to speed up browsing, focusing on performance rather than artificial intelligence innovation. Chrome’s predictive loading is less about artificial intelligence than practicality. The browser tries to anticipate where you…
Microsoft is retiring the COPILOT() worksheet function in Excel, shifting AI-powered assistance from in-cell prompts to broader chat and sidebar interfaces within Microsoft 365, signalling a strategic change in how AI features are delivered to users. Microsoft is retiring Excel’s…
A new service, 1min.AI, consolidates multiple AI tools into a single browser-based platform, offering a lifetime subscription at a substantial discount and targeting business teams with shared workspaces and extensive credits. 1min.AI is being sold as a way to cut…
Apple is nearing the release of two late-stage iOS updates emphasising security and stability, ahead of the fall launch of iOS 27 and new iPhone models, with builds already in testing for both current and legacy devices. Apple is nearing…
A comprehensive guide to maximising Lightroom’s organisational tools, albums, keywords, metadata, and backups, for creating efficient and accessible photo archives, emphasising discipline and strategic management. Adobe Lightroom remains one of the most practical tools for photographers who need more than…
France’s pioneering attempt to restrict social media access for under-15s faces a constitutional setback, highlighting the balance between child protection and fundamental rights amid privacy fears and legal challenges. France’s push to bar social media access for children under 15…
Agratas is advancing its Sanand lithium iron phosphate battery plant but full production is scheduled for 2027, contrary to online claims of an imminent breakthrough. The construction progress underscores the long technical journey from pilot lines to commercial scale in…
Himadri Speciality Chemical prepares a phased capital investment of over ₹3,000 crore to expand its role in India’s electric-vehicle supply chain, focusing on lithium-ion battery materials, carbon nanotubes, and super-specialty carbon black, aiming for a ₹30,000 crore revenue target within…
As on-device AI becomes mainstream, its integration into consumer devices promises enhanced privacy, reduced environmental impact, and accelerated adoption of local AI applications, signalling a paradigm shift in AI deployment. On-device AI is moving from a niche technical option to…
As component prices soar, manufacturers are trimming lesser-visible features like speakers and microSD support in budget and mid-range phones, prompting consumers to scrutinise specifications more closely. Rising component prices are increasingly forcing smartphone makers to look for savings in places…
