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Meta launched Muse Image on July 7, 2026, and while it’s an exciting development, buried inside all the announcements is something that deserves a closer look. If your Instagram account is public, strangers can use your photos to generate AI images of you via Muse Image. More importantly, it’s switched on by default. How does this actually work? Muse Image, Meta’s new in-house AI image model, lets users @-mention any public Instagram account inside a prompt (as a creative reference). From there, Meta AI pulls photos from that profile and uses them as visual references to generate new images that…
For years, smartphone buyers have had it pretty good. Even budget phones now offer fast processors, high-refresh-rate displays, and cameras that would’ve seemed flagship-worthy just a few years ago. But that trend may be about to slow down, and AI is playing a big role. According to a new report from Omdia, global shipments of smartphones priced below $400 are expected to decline by more than 22% in 2026, largely because the cost of DRAM and NAND memory continues to rise. As AI features demand more memory across the industry, manufacturers are finding it increasingly difficult to build capable budget…
Ever since Meta launched its first smart glasses developed in collaboration with Ray-Ban, they have built a reputation as a creep’s weapon. The outrage is justified, as a lot of people are not comfortable being recorded or captured without being told about it. Now, Meta is taking concrete steps to make sure that the camera-equipped smart glasses do not violate any person’s privacy. To that end, the company has announced that it will disable the onboard camera on its smart glasses if someone covers or tampers with the white LED indicator light. What’s happening? Meta argues that the white LED…
Samsung has just announced the date for its next Galaxy Unpacked event, where the company is expected to launch a new slate of foldable phones and wearable devices. This time around, the event is scheduled for July 22, and it’s moving to London. As usual, it will also be live-streamed for those watching at home through Samsung’s official website, its newsroom portal, and the brand’s official YouTube channel. The event will kick off at 2 p.m. BST, 9 a.m. EDT, and 3 p.m. CEST. What to expect at Galaxy Unpacked 2026? In its official blog post, Samsung mentions foldable smartphones,…
Ever tried cancelling a subscription only to be greeted with a “Wait! Here’s a discount!” message? It looks like PlayStation has started borrowing that playbook. A growing number of users report being offered discounts of up to 50% on PlayStation Plus when attempting to cancel their memberships, making it one of the biggest retention offers Sony has rolled out in recent years. Not everyone gets the same deal Based on reports shared across Reddit, the offers appear to vary depending on the subscription tier and duration. The most generous deal seems to be 50% off a three-month PlayStation Plus Extra…
Microsoft spent years positioning Xbox Game Pass as the future of gaming. But according to a new report from Bloomberg, the service has fallen well short of the ambitious goals Xbox originally set for it. The report claims Xbox executives targeted 77 million Game Pass subscribers by the end of fiscal 2026. Instead, the service reportedly sits at around 30 million subscribers today, which is less than half of what Microsoft had hoped to achieve. Game Pass reportedly peaked earlier than expected The numbers become even more striking when compared with recent history. Bloomberg reports that Game Pass now has…
Microsoft Teams is getting a meaningful update that overhauls almost every part of how you use the app, from AI-assisted meetings to a cleaner chat layout. Most of the changes are already in testing, and several are scheduled to roll out before the end of the summer. Starting with the most interesting addition: an upgraded AI Facilitator that can listen to your meeting, spot when someone seems confused, and generate a response (via Windows Report). So what exactly is changing in Teams? The AI Facilitator can step in with an AI-generated answer in the chat when it detects silence in…
AI smart glasses have a trust problem. Even when they’re not recording, simply wearing a camera on your face can make people around you uneasy. Solos’ latest answer isn’t another blinking LED or software toggle. Instead, it’s a piece of plastic. Two different approaches to solving the same problem The company has unveiled two privacy-focused additions to its wearable lineup: the camera-free AirGo A6 smart glasses and a new Privacy Kit for the AirGo V2 that physically blocks the camera whenever users don’t want it active. Unlike many AI smart glasses entering the market, the AirGo A6 doesn’t include a…
Google recently started sending out invites for its next Made by Google event, scheduled for August 12. The Pixel 11 series is expected to headline the show, and if the latest pricing leak is accurate, buyers may need to prepare for a higher starting price this year. According to Dealabs, the Pixel 11 lineup will no longer start at 128GB. Google is reportedly making 256GB the new base storage across the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold. Prices also appear to be going up by 100 euros across the board. So, what…
GMG Home Launches Its Summer Furniture Sale Across Suncoast and Modora, with Savings of Up to 70% July 2026, Dubai, UAE – As UAE residents spend more time indoors during the peak summer months, GMG Home is helping homeowners reimagine and refresh their living spaces with exclusive seasonal offers across Suncoast and Modora, making it the ideal moment to elevate everyday environments through considered design. Shoppers can enjoy savings of 25% to 70% at Suncoast, the award-winning destination for premium outdoor furniture and accessories, alongside a flat savings of 25% across Modora, GMG Home’s premium indoor furniture brand known for…