Google Photos Removes AI Editing Gestures: New Menu-Based Update For Android

Google Photos Removes AI Editing Gestures: New Menu-Based Update For Android

Google Photos has officially begun removing several “hidden” gesture-based editing shortcuts within its Android application. These intuitive interactions, which allowed users to quickly access advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools directly on an image, are being phased out in favor of a more standardized menu-driven experience. The Removal of Intuitive Gestures Until recently, Google Photos on…

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Traffic Violation Scam Texts Now Use QR Codes to Bypass Security Filters and Steal Payment Data

Traffic Violation Scam Texts Now Use QR Codes to Bypass Security Filters and Steal Payment Data

A phishing campaign is targeting residents across multiple US states with fake traffic violation notices delivered by text message, using embedded QR codes to direct victims to sites that steal personal and financial information. The campaign has been reported in New York, California, North Carolina, Illinois, Virginia, Texas, Connecticut, and New Jersey. The texts include…

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Los Thuthanaka’s Wak’a is a mellower follow-up to last year’s surprise Pitchfork favorite

Los Thuthanaka’s Wak’a is a mellower follow-up to last year’s surprise Pitchfork favorite

Los Thuthanaka basically came out of nowhere last year to capture Pitchfork’s album of the year with their self-titled debut. Because it wasn’t available on streaming, it largely flew under the radar. I honestly kind of forgot about it until Pitchfork gave it the number one spot in its year-end list. In retrospect, I’m not…

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Apple Reportedly Cornering Mobile DRAM Supply To Outpace Industry Competitors

Apple Reportedly Cornering Mobile DRAM Supply To Outpace Industry Competitors

Apple is reportedly employing an aggressive procurement strategy to secure a dominant position in the global mobile DRAM market. By leveraging its vast financial reserves, the Cupertino-based tech giant is allegedly purchasing all available memory chip supply at premium prices. This move appears aimed at stabilizing its own production while simultaneously limiting the resources available…

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Google Officially Unveils Gemini Nano 4 For On-Device Android AI

Google Officially Unveils Gemini Nano 4 For On-Device Android AI

Google has formally introduced Gemini Nano 4, its latest generation of embedded artificial intelligence tailored specifically for the Android ecosystem. Scheduled for a broader rollout throughout 2026, the model is designed to integrate seamlessly with the AICore system. This update marks a significant shift toward local, multimodal processing, aiming to reduce the mobile experience’s reliance…

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