Gemini now explains why your Sheets formula failed
Gemini now explains why your Sheets formula failed Nine months after Google infused Gemini AI into Google Sheets, the AI system graduated from text and charts to taking on formulas. (Even those plopped into messy wedding planning spreadsheets, I found.) Gemini’s chatbot appears on the right-hand side of Sheets. Now, when you ask how to […]
Jackery’s newest Explorer 240D power station is already over 30 percent off
Jackery's newest Explorer 240D power station is already over 30 percent off The Explorer 240D’s compact design makes it a great option for camping. | Image: The Verge Jackery’s new Explorer 240D is a 256Wh portable power station that weighs less than seven pounds, and it’s currently available at Amazon for an early-bird price of […]
LG’s new TV is designed to be easier for seniors to use
LG's new TV is designed to be easier for seniors to use LG’s Easy TV includes a camera so seniors can make video calls to family members for tech support. | Image: LG LG is launching a new TV in South Korea designed specifically for elderly users who may struggle to navigate and operate modern […]
Google DeepMind’s new AI models can search the web to help robots complete tasks
Google DeepMind's new AI models can search the web to help robots complete tasks Robots like Apptronik’s Apollo can use Google DeepMind’s updated AI models to search the web. | Image: Google Google DeepMind says its upgraded AI models enable robots to complete more complex tasks — and even tap into the web for help. During […]
Microsoft blocks the Israeli military from some cloud and AI services
Microsoft blocks the Israeli military from some cloud and AI services Microsoft is blocking the Israeli military’s access to cloud and AI services that have been used in the mass surveillance of Palestinian civilians. Microsoft vice chair and president Brad Smith announced the decision in an internal memo to employees on Thursday, after The Guardian and […]
Amazon accidentally confirms Vega TV OS launch for 2025
Amazon accidentally confirms Vega TV OS launch for 2025 This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. Amazon is moving ahead with plans to replace Android with its custom-built Vega operating system on Fire TV devices: The new […]
Xiaomi 17 series arrives with secondary screens and enormous batteries
Xiaomi 17 series arrives with secondary screens and enormous batteries The 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max both feature second screens on the rear. A critic might accuse Xiaomi of copying Apple a little too closely in its launch event for the Xiaomi 17 phones, while a fan might say the company is trying to […]
How AI safety took a backseat to military money
How AI safety took a backseat to military money Hey there, and welcome to Decoder! I’m Hayden Field, senior AI repoter at The Verge — and your Thursday episode guest host. I have another couple of shows for you while Nilay is out on parental leave, and we’re going to be spending more time diving into […]
It costs $895 per year to get American Express’ premium app theme
It costs $895 per year to get American Express' premium app theme Alongside an annual fee increase, American Express also recently announced an update to its mobile app. | Image: American Express Following a significant price bump in 2021 from $550 to $695, American Express once again increased the annual fee for its Platinum card […]
Proton Mail’s updated app adds an offline mode
Proton Mail's updated app adds an offline mode Proton has launched a major update for its encrypted Mail app, which not only adds a refreshed layout but also includes a new offline mode. That means you’ll now have full access to your inbox when you don’t have an internet connection, giving you the ability to […]