Apple to Launch Low-Cost Mac Laptop to Rival Chromebooks
Apple is reportedly preparing to launch an affordable Mac laptop aimed at competing directly with Google’s Chromebooks in the education sector. The low-cost Mac is expected to feature Apple Silicon chips and a simplified design to make it more budget-friendly, potentially targeting students and schools in developing markets.
Epic Games Forces Google to Overhaul Play Store Following Major Court Case
Epic Games and Google have reached a proposed settlement in their long-running antitrust dispute, forcing Google to make sweeping changes to its Play Store. The agreement includes lower developer fees, support for alternative app stores, and new rules for third-party payment systems, marking a major win for Epic and app developers worldwide.
OpenAI’s Video Maker App Sora Is Now Available on Android
OpenAI has officially launched its powerful AI video creation tool, Sora, for Android devices. The app allows users to generate realistic, high-quality videos directly from text prompts, expanding its availability beyond iOS and desktop. It also has social app features similar to TikTok and Instagram, allowing video sharing, commenting, remixing, resharing, and more.
Japan Demands OpenAI Stop Using Ghibli Content Without Permission
The Japanese government has demanded that OpenAI immediately stop using content related to Studio Ghibli without authorization. The warning follows reports that AI-generated videos based on Ghibli’s art style and characters appeared in user-made Sora content. Authorities say such usage violates Japan’s strict copyright laws protecting the iconic animation studio.
Amazon Tells Perplexity to Stop Using Its AI for Shopping, Perplexity Calls It Bullying
Amazon has ordered Perplexity AI to stop using its platform for automated shopping through the Comet browser, arguing that the practice violates its policies. Perplexity hit back, calling Amazon’s actions “bullying” and accusing the company of stifling innovation.
IBM Is Once Again Firing Thousands of Employees Soon After Its Hiring Spree
IBM is reportedly planning another round of mass layoffs just months after expanding its workforce during an AI hiring push. The cuts will primarily target overlapping roles created by recent acquisitions and automation initiatives. The move comes as IBM shifts focus toward AI software and hybrid cloud services to stay competitive.
Microsoft’s First In-House AI Image Generator Is Now Available in Copilot and Bing
Microsoft has rolled out its first proprietary AI image generation tool, now integrated into Copilot and Bing. Unlike previous versions powered by OpenAI’s DALL·E, this in-house model enhances image speed, quality, and safety. The launch highlights Microsoft’s growing independence in developing its own AI capabilities.
Nothing’s First-Ever Budget Phone Is Available in Pakistan Already
Nothing’s first budget-friendly smartphone, the Phone 3a Lite, has officially arrived in Pakistan. Designed to offer flagship-level features at an affordable price, the device sports Nothing’s signature transparent aesthetic, a powerful MediaTek chipset, and competitive camera specs, making it a standout choice in the mid-range segment.
It can be pre-ordered in Pakistan for Rs. 99,900.
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