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Google Voice adds spam text warnings on Android, iOS

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Google Voice adds spam text warnings on Android, iOS

Google Voice has introduced a new feature that alerts users to suspected spam SMS messages with a red exclamation mark appearing in the profile avatar spot on both Android and iOS devices. The message preview will include the phrase "Suspected spam" in a matching color. Users can confirm a suspected spam message to send future messages from that number to the spam folder or mark a labeled message as not spam to prevent the label from appearing for that number in the future. This feature is available for both free and paid Google Voice accounts.

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ElevenLabs, a voice AI firm, launched a standalone mobile app for iOS and Android to generate voice clips from text. Previously accessible through a web app, the new mobile version facilitates easier, on-the-go voice creation. Users can type or paste text and select a voice to produce audio, with a free plan offering up to 10 minutes of generation. The app utilizes v3 alpha, ElevenLabs' latest text-to-speech models, and aims to enhance user experience.

Weekly Tech Recap: Chrome's antitrust troubles, Siri revamp teased and more

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Weekly Tech Recap: Chrome's antitrust troubles, Siri revamp teased and more

The Weekly Tech Recap focuses on the top developments in the technology world. This week, the US Department of Justice may request Google to sell its Chrome browser and separate Android from key services. Rumors suggest the iPhone 17 Air may feature a revamped camera module with a central placement. Apple is reportedly working on a more conversational Siri powered by advanced language models for iOS 19. WhatsApp introduces a voice note transcription feature, and TRAI takes steps to combat spam calls in India.

Google wields AI to fight scams on Chrome, Search, Android — Here's how it works

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Google wields AI to fight scams on Chrome, Search, Android — Here's how it works

Google employs artificial intelligence (AI) through its assistant Gemini to combat scams across its platforms, including Search, Chrome, and Android. Utilizing AI, Google has enhanced its ability to detect and block scammy search results, effectively reducing online scams by over 80%. Chrome's Enhanced Protection, bolstered by the on-device AI Gemini Nano, identifies new scams swiftly. Additionally, AI-powered warnings are integrated into Android to tackle scam attempts via notifications, calls, and text messages for comprehensive user protection.

Google tests real-time AI voice chats in Search

The Verge

The Verge · 1m ago

Google tests real-time AI voice chats in Search

Google is testing a real-time AI voice chat feature, Search Live, within AI Mode on its search platform. Available to Labs users in the U.S., it allows for interactive voice conversations with Google's AI chatbot using the Google app on Android and iOS. While camera support isn't currently available, it's expected soon. The feature aims to transform search experiences by providing immediate answers and relevant links during voice interactions, enriching user engagement with real-time AI capabilities.

Truecaller's call recording feature won't work on iPhones from Sept. 30 | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 7d ago

Truecaller's call recording feature won't work on iPhones from Sept. 30 | TechCrunch

Truecaller will discontinue its call recording feature on iOS from September 30, focusing on spam-fighting features instead. Users can save their recordings via download, email, or iCloud. The decision stems from iOS's complex call recording processes, unlike Android. Apple recently launched native call recording for iPhone, which simplifies this for users. Truecaller introduced the feature on iOS to boost premium subscriptions, as iOS users contribute significantly to its revenue.

Apple gets into AI: all the news on iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and more

The Verge

The Verge · 5m ago

Apple gets into AI: all the news on iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and more

Apple has launched iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia, introducing AI-enhanced features and operating updates. The new Apple Intelligence suite includes image generation, custom emojis, and ChatGPT integration. The updates enable users to alter text styles, change default apps, and assess hearing through AirPods. iPadOS adds a calculator, while watchOS monitors for sleep apnea. Additionally, iPhones now support RCS messaging with Android, enhancing cross-platform communication.

Google announces new accessibility and productivity features at MWC

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Google announces new accessibility and productivity features at MWC

Google has announced new features for phones, cars, and wearables at the Mobile World Congress. Gemini, an image generation tool, will now be available in the Google Messages app. Android Auto will offer AI-generated summaries of long text messages and suggestions for replies. Lookout, an app for visually impaired users, will generate AI-powered captions for images. Google Maps will have improved screen reader support with Lens. Google Docs on Android will support handwritten notes. The Fitbit app will now support data from various sources. Wear OS will allow access to Google Wallet passes and offer voice-guided transit directions.

ChatGPT can read its answers out loud

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

ChatGPT can read its answers out loud

OpenAI has introduced a new Read Aloud feature for its ChatGPT, allowing users to have responses read out in five different voice options. This feature is available on the web version of ChatGPT as well as the iOS and Android apps. With support for 37 languages and the ability to auto-detect text language, Read Aloud demonstrates OpenAI's multimodal capabilities. This comes shortly after a competitor, Anthropic, added similar features to its AI models. Previously, ChatGPT had introduced a voice chat feature, enabling users to prompt the chatbot verbally.

Gmail's new 'Manage subscriptions' tool will help declutter your inbox | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 1m ago

Google has introduced a new Gmail feature called "Manage subscriptions" to help users declutter their inboxes by managing their subscription emails more efficiently. Available on the web, Android, and iOS in select countries, this tool allows users to view and manage their active subscriptions, organize emails by frequent senders, and easily unsubscribe from unwanted ones. It adds to Gmail's existing tools for inbox management and will be accessible to Google Workspace customers and personal account users.

Google quietly released an app that lets you download and run AI models locally | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 2m ago

Google quietly released an app that lets you download and run AI models locally | TechCrunch

Google has launched the Google AI Edge Gallery app, enabling users to run AI models from Hugging Face on their Android phones, with iOS support coming soon. The app allows for offline AI model use, excelling in tasks like image generation and code editing without internet dependency. Users can access a variety of models, use the "Prompt Lab" for text tasks, and provide feedback to Google. The app is an "experimental Alpha release" available under an Apache 2.0 license.

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