Google's new AI will take over Chrome to help you
Chrome is getting a new AI feature that will take over the browser to assist you with your tasks. This technology is powered by Google's Gemini, and is called project jarvisAccording to some reports, Project Jarvis will capture screenshots of your device from time to time, and use the data in the images to perform various tasks. The AI agent's capabilities include assisting users in their shopping experiences, including processing returns by checking emails for order details, adding reminders and details to calendars, and more.
Project Jarvis can also help the user fill out web forms by updating their address, giving suggestions to locate the city, etc. Google says it will protect users' privacy, but that hasn't stopped users from worrying about the AI that automates such tasks, and how the data is being used.
Users can upgrade security updates for Windows 10 for a fee
Do you have a computer running Windows 10? Well, if you want to continue receiving security updates after October 2025, you'll need to extend support for it. However, it is not free. Users will have to pay $30 to get Windows 10 update Extended Security Update (ESU).
The bad news is that it's a 1-year extension, so you can't subscribe more than the first year. This could be quite problematic when Windows 10 reaches end of support next year, as many PCs do not meet the system requirements for Windows 11. Such users will either need to upgrade their PC to support Windows 11, which is not possible for laptop users. It's either that, or switch to Linux. There are third-party solutions that promise security updates after Windows 10's support date ends, but even these are not free.
Apple Intelligence now available for iPhone, Mac and iPad
It's finally here. Apple has been promoting its AI-powered features for almost two months apple intelligence Now available on iPhone, iPad and Mac devices. AI options were released as part of the iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS 15.1 updates. It brings various features like writing tools in apps, summaries and smart replies in Mail, Genmoji, a redesigned Siri, ChatGPT integration, etc.
Apple Intelligence is currently available to users who have set their device's language and Siri language to US English. The Cupertino company says it will add support for other localized versions of English in the coming months and more languages next year. Surprisingly, Apple Intelligence is also coming to the EU in April 2025.
The iOS 18.1 update also introduces Call Recording to record phone calls. Another notable feature that debuted in iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS 15.1 is Hearing Health. The feature, which is available through the Health app, allows AirPods Pro 2 users to take a hearing test on their device and use the earbuds as a hearing aid.
Google Chrome will tell you which tabs are slowing down the browser
Google has introduced some new performance detection tools in Chrome to improve the browsing experience. The new system will display alerts in the browser when performance issues are detected. Chrome will display a badge on the toolbar, and users can click on it to see which tabs are using more resources. To prevent lag and slowdown, clicking the Fix button in the notification will remove the tabs from memory. settings for performance warning issues Will be enabled by default in the browser, although users will be able to turn it off.
This seems to be similar to a memory saver feature, which snoozes tabs from time to time. Users can also use Chrome's Task Manager tool to see which tabs are consuming a lot of memory.
Apple launches new iMacs, Mac Mini and MacBook with M4 chips
Apple has announced 4 new mac In the MacBook, iMac and Mac Mini series. All of these new computers support AI-powered features available through Apple Intelligence. new mac mini 2024 The size of the model is compact, only 5 by 5 inches. desktop computer packs a m4 chipAnd the Pro model is the first iMac to feature the chip, i.e. the M4 Pro. The Mac Mini comes with 16/32GB RAM, 256GB/2TB storage, while the M4 Pro Mac Mini comes with 24/64GB RAM, 512GB/8TB storage. The device has 5 USB-C ports, supports Thunderbolt 5. The Mac Mini starts at $599 with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.
Apple's latest offerings to the MacBook Pro lineup are new 14-inch and 16-inch laptops powered by M4 Pro and M4 Max chips. The laptops offer up to 24 hours of battery life, and come with three USB-C ports that support Thunderbolt 5. MacBook Pro laptops are available starting at $1,999. Additionally, Apple has introduced an entry-level M4 MacBook Pro. This laptop has a 14-inch display with an M4 chip, a 12MP camera, up to 32GB of RAM, and up to 2TB of storage and is capable of delivering up to 24 hours of battery life. The price of MacBook Pro starts at $1,599.
Apple's iMac 2024 model comes with a 24-inch display, has 5 Thunderbolt ports, a 12MP camera, and a keyboard and mouse that support USB-C for charging. The iMac 2024 price starts at $1,299 for the 16GB RAM model.
Interestingly, all new Macs come with 16GB of RAM for the base model. The reason for this upgrade is Apple Intelligence, which requires additional resources to run. Apple has also made changes to the previous generation models, with the M2 and M3 MacBook Air laptops now coming with 16GB of RAM instead of 8GB.
ChatGPT now lets you search your history
There's a new feature in ChatGPT, but there's a problem. OpenAI announced that it is now possible for users Search His old conversations with the chatbot. You can access the search box by clicking the magnifying glass icon in the sidebar and type your query. This will allow you to access your old chats again to search for something specific. However, this feature is not available for free. The search is exclusive to users who are subscribed to ChatGPT Premium.
ChatGPT for desktop has also got a new feature. Official app now supports advanced voice chatThis feature was originally available in mobile ChatGPT apps, but is now available for ChatGPT on Windows and Mac. This allows users to have natural conversations with AI.
