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Google is expanding its AI-powered productivity tools by bringing audio summaries to Google Docs through its Gemini assistant. The feature, previously available in Google’s NotebookLM app, allows users to generate spoken summaries of documents directly inside Docs. The AI-generated audio can run for several minutes and is compiled from information across different sections or tabs within a document. Users can access the feature by navigating to Tools and selecting the Audio option, which opens a small media player for playback. The player includes controls for adjusting speed from 0.5x to 2x and offers multiple voice styles such as narrator, persuader,…

Anthropic has expanded the capabilities of the free version of its Claude chatbot, bringing several features that were previously locked behind paid tiers to all users. The update allows free users to create and edit files such as Word documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and PDFs directly within the chatbot interface. Another key addition is support for Connectors, which let users link Claude to external services including Canva, Slack, Notion, Zapier, and PayPal. These integrations enable the chatbot to access and interact with tools many people already use for work and productivity. Anthropic is also opening up its Skills feature to free…

Security researchers have uncovered a new Android malware campaign capable of tracking nearly everything users do on their smartphones—including PIN entries, login credentials, and activity inside messaging or banking apps. The campaign stands out for using Hugging Face, a trusted developer platform, to distribute malicious components while avoiding detection. Researchers at Bitdefender say the malware is spread through a fake security app called “TrustBastion.” Victims encounter ads or pop-ups claiming their devices are infected and are urged to install the app to remove supposed threats. While the application initially appears legitimate, it functions as a “dropper,” meaning it later downloads…

8BitDo’s Retro mechanical keyboard is back in the spotlight thanks to a steep discount that drops the price to $62.39 in the Mecha Break: Panther colorway. Known for blending nostalgic design with modern features, the keyboard typically retails for around $100, making the current sale a notable bargain for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts. Despite its retro aesthetic, the keyboard delivers a modern feature set. It offers wireless connectivity, hot-swappable switches, and solid build quality with premium materials. The Panther edition adds a frosted, semi-transparent black case that shows off RGB lighting, along with a set of alternate keycaps and signature oversized…

The first laptops powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite chip are expected to arrive in February and March, according to new hands-on testing shared in a recent video from Hardware Canucks. Early benchmark results suggest Qualcomm’s next-generation ARM processor could challenge top laptop chips from Apple and Intel in several productivity workloads. Pre-production Asus Vivobook and Zenbook systems were used for testing, running unfinished firmware and software support. Because of this, battery-life testing was not permitted, as future updates are expected to optimize performance and efficiency. Even so, early CPU and rendering benchmarks point to notable gains over the previous…

Samsung’s 27-inch Odyssey G50SF OLED gaming monitor is now available for $349.99, marking one of the lowest prices yet for an OLED display in this size category. The discount brings the monitor below the $400 threshold that OLED gaming panels have typically maintained in recent years. The Odyssey G50SF features a 2560×1440 QHD resolution and a 180Hz refresh rate, placing it in a performance range suited for modern PC gaming. While not the fastest refresh rate on the market, it offers smooth gameplay for most titles and supports both Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync to reduce screen tearing and stuttering.…

Microsoft has begun rolling out a new Windows 11 update that introduces several features alongside routine security fixes. The update, identified as KB5074105, follows the company’s monthly Patch Tuesday schedule and will be delivered gradually to users over time. One of the key additions is an expanded cross-device resume function. The feature allows users to continue activities across devices, such as pausing music on a smartphone and resuming playback on a Windows PC. Initial support includes Spotify playback and file continuity between select Android devices and Windows systems. Some smartphones from brands like Honor, Oppo, Samsung, Vivo, and Xiaomi will…

The US Department of Justice and several state attorneys general are appealing the remedies imposed in the landmark antitrust case that found Google’s search business to be an illegal monopoly. Federal prosecutors are seeking stronger penalties than those ordered by Judge Amit Mehta, who previously stopped short of forcing a breakup of Google’s core services. The original case concluded in 2024 with a ruling that Google maintained an unlawful monopoly in search. While the court required the company to share certain data with competitors, prosecutors had argued for more aggressive measures, including the potential divestiture of assets such as the…

Anthropic has announced that its AI chatbot Claude will remain free of display advertising, positioning the service as an ad-free alternative as competitors explore monetization through sponsored content. In a recent blog post, the company stated that Claude’s responses will not include ads, sponsored links, or product placements, and that advertiser influence will not shape how the chatbot answers questions. The announcement follows broader industry discussions about how AI assistants should be funded. Some companies are experimenting with advertising models to support free access, while others are emphasizing subscriptions or enterprise services. Anthropic said conversations with Claude are intended to…

Nvidia support representatives are advising some users to uninstall a recent Windows security update after reports of visual glitches and performance issues in games. The problems appear linked to Microsoft’s January 2026 update, KB5074109, which was released around the same time as Nvidia’s GeForce Game Ready driver version 591.86. Users have reported black screens, crashes, and graphical errors in certain games following the installation of both updates. While initial complaints targeted Nvidia’s drivers, support staff have suggested the Windows update may be a contributing factor. One Nvidia representative indicated that removing KB5074109 could resolve the issues for affected systems, though…