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Google launches Antigravity, a new AI-powered IDE for autonomous agentic coding
Every few months, it feels like the bar for AI coding tools gets raised. And now, as part of the Gemini 3 update, Google is attempting to raise it yet again with the launch of Antigravity, a new "agentic development platform" designed to change how developers interact with AI. While today's tools … [Read more...] about Google launches Antigravity, a new AI-powered IDE for autonomous agentic coding
Google Search AI Mode gets a substantial upgrade with Gemini 3
We already know that Gemini 3 is a new, powerhouse model, but the biggest question with these launches is always: "When will I actually see it in the products I use?" Usually, the answer for Google Search is "months from now." Not this time. In a blog post detailing the integration, Google … [Read more...] about Google Search AI Mode gets a substantial upgrade with Gemini 3
Google officially launches Gemini 3: Vibe Coding, Deep Think, and a new era for agents
Gemini 3 is here. In a massive blog post published just today, Google CEO Sundar Pichai and DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis introduced the new model family, calling it their "most intelligent model" to date. But this isn't just a standard speed bump; Google is claiming that in just two years, their AI … [Read more...] about Google officially launches Gemini 3: Vibe Coding, Deep Think, and a new era for agents
The best Chromebook ever made drops to its lowest-ever price
Just last week, we were pretty excited to see the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 get its first-ever discount - even if it was a meager $30 off. This week, however, Lenovo has clearly decided to make things a bit more interesting with a full $50 price drop on both models of what I have previously called … [Read more...] about The best Chromebook ever made drops to its lowest-ever price
Google Maps Gets a Massive Gemini Upgrade with Conversational AI and Landmark Navigation
Google Maps is already one of the most helpful and essential apps on our phones, but it's about to get a whole lot smarter. In a new blog post, Google has announced a massive Gemini upgrade for Maps, transforming the app from a simple direction-giver into a truly conversational, all-knowing … [Read more...] about Google Maps Gets a Massive Gemini Upgrade with Conversational AI and Landmark Navigation
The incredible $599 deal on the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus is back (for now)
Some of the best Chromebook deals are the ones that pop up, disappear, and then thankfully, pop up again. If you missed out on the last sale, we have great news: the fantastic $599.99 deal on the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus has returned! This device remains one of our favorite clamshells in … [Read more...] about The incredible $599 deal on the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus is back (for now)
Score a surprise discount on the entire Google Pixel 10 lineup, including the Fold
If you've been holding out for a deep discount on the Pixel 10 series, your wait might just be over. In a kind of strange move, both the Google Store and Best Buy have just dropped massive, limited-time deals on the entire Pixel 10 lineup, including the very first price cut on the Pixel 10 Pro … [Read more...] about Score a surprise discount on the entire Google Pixel 10 lineup, including the Fold
Windows 11 now officially has virtual desktops on Meta Quest, and I’m jealous
For the past couple of weeks, I've been wrapped up in the launch of the Samsung Galaxy XR, speculating on the future of the Android XR platform. I even went down a rabbit hole just the other day, theorizing about whether you could theoretically use the headset's USB-C port as a wired (potentially … [Read more...] about Windows 11 now officially has virtual desktops on Meta Quest, and I’m jealous
Why I think Adobe’s Project Pulsar is Android XR’s first killer app
The Samsung Galaxy XR launch was packed with exciting demos, but one that truly stood out to me as the platform's first potential killer app: Project Pulsar from Adobe. While running 2D apps in floating windows is fine, Android XR needs new, platform-specific experiences, and I think Pulsar is the … [Read more...] about Why I think Adobe’s Project Pulsar is Android XR’s first killer app
Why I think Samsung and Google kept saying Galaxy XR is ‘just the beginning’ during the launch event
The Samsung Galaxy XR headset is finally here! After months of anticipation, the first device built on the ambitious Android XR platform was just launched a few days ago, with impressive specs like 4K micro-OLED displays and deep Gemini integration, all for a cool $1799. It's undeniably a landmark … [Read more...] about Why I think Samsung and Google kept saying Galaxy XR is ‘just the beginning’ during the launch event
Meet the Samsung Galaxy XR: the Android-powered Vision Pro rival is finally here
The day we've been waiting for has finally arrived! After months of tracking leaks, analyzing rumors, and speculating about the future of Google's immersive computing platform, Samsung officially unveiled its Galaxy XR headset last night. We no longer have to refer to this device as "Project … [Read more...] about Meet the Samsung Galaxy XR: the Android-powered Vision Pro rival is finally here
