Google rolls out Gemini AI-powered contextual 'Smart Replies' in Gmail app

Google rolls out Gemini AI-powered contextual 'Smart Replies' in Gmail app


Contextual Smart Replies on Gmail app

Google announced an array of features at the I/O 2024 developer conference on May 14. Now, the American technology company has begun rolling out one of the announced features: contextual Smart Replies for Gmail on Android and iOS.


After a user initiates an email reply, three Smart Replies based on the full content of the email thread are presented in a carousel format, each response featuring a distinct tone and theme. Users can preview the text by long-pressing on each response. Tapping a response adds it to the body of the email, including a greeting and closing, allowing users to make further edits before sending.

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“We’re excited to announce a new Gemini feature in Gmail, contextual Smart Replies, that will offer more detailed responses to fully capture the intent of your message,” reads the post on Google Workspace Updates.


The contextual Smart Replies currently support only English and are available for Gemini Business, Enterprise, Education, Education Premium, and Google One AI Premium subscribers on Android and iOS. The feature has started rolling out and will be widely available in the coming weeks. “Smart features and personalization” must be enabled in Gmail to access this feature.


Google introduced Smart Reply in Gmail in 2017, utilising machine learning to suggest three responses to emails. With the new feature, Google aims to provide more detailed responses by contextualising the content of the email using Gemini and offering replies that are most suitable for the conversation.

First Published: Sep 27 2024 | 12:20 PM IST



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Samsung debuts AI-ready Galaxy Tab S10 series, powered by MediaTek: Details

Samsung debuts AI-ready Galaxy Tab S10 series, powered by MediaTek: Details


Samsung Galay Tab S10 Ultra


Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Tab S10 series, describing it as the company’s first range of Android tablets purposefully built for artificial intelligence. The series includes two models: the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and the Galaxy Tab S10+, featuring 14.6-inch and 12.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays, respectively. Both models are powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processors and come bundled with an S Pen.


The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 series tablets are the company’s first flagship devices equipped with a MediaTek processor. Samsung said that the new chip provides the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra with an 18 per cent increase in CPU (central processing unit) performance, a 28 per cent increase in GPU (graphics processing unit) performance, and a 14 per cent increase in NPU (neural processing unit) performance compared to the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra. This enhancement enables faster and more responsive AI features on the tablets, said Samsung.

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Additionally, Samsung has introduced a dedicated Galaxy AI key on the Book Cover Keyboard accessory, which it said will allow users to prompt the AI assistant on the tablets more efficiently. The company has also stated that the tablets will function as home AI devices, offering a 3D Map View for a visual overview of the home and all connected devices within the SmartThings ecosystem.


Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 series: Galaxy AI experience


Galaxy AI, Samsung’s suite of AI features, is a significant part of the Galaxy Tab S10 series. Samsung has further enhanced this experience by leveraging the new chip and accessories such as the S Pen and the Book Cover Keyboard.


The Galaxy Tab S10 series includes a new PDF Overlay Translation feature, which allows users to translate PDFs via an on-screen overlay. There is also a Handwriting Help tool that cleans up untidy handwritten notes. Additionally, the Sketch to Image feature introduced on the Galaxy Z Fold 6 is available on the new flagship tablets, allowing users to convert rough sketches into theme-based images using generative AI.


Alongside the dedicated Galaxy AI key on the Book Cover Keyboard, which expedites launching and prompting AI assistant apps, Samsung has introduced Air Command with AI for the S Pen. This feature enables users to access Galaxy AI Assistant functionalities without toggling between menus.


Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra: Specifications


  • Display: 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2960 x 1848 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, anti-reflection display

  • Speakers: Quad speaker setup

  • Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 9300+

  • RAM: 12GB / 16GB

  • Storage: 256GB / 512GB / 1TB

  • SIM Support: Physical SIM + eSIM

  • Connectivity: 5G (Sub 6), WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3

  • Rear Camera: 13MP primary + 8MP ultra-wide

  • Front Camera: 12MP + 12MP ultra-wide

  • Battery: 11,200mAh

  • Charging: 45W wired

  • Durability: IP68, Enhanced Armor aluminium


Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus: Specifications


  • Display: 12.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2800 x 1752 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, anti-reflection display

  • Speakers: Quad speaker setup

  • Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 9300+

  • RAM: 12GB

  • Storage: 256GB / 512GB

  • SIM Support: Physical SIM + eSIM

  • Connectivity: 5G (Sub 6), WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3

  • Rear Camera: 13MP primary + 8MP ultra-wide

  • Front Camera: 12MP ultra-wide

  • Battery: 10,090mAh

  • Charging: 45W wired

  • Durability: IP68, Enhanced Armor aluminium

First Published: Sep 27 2024 | 11:46 AM IST



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Xiaomi MIX Flip's global model with Qualcomm SD 8 Gen 3 unveiled: Details

Xiaomi MIX Flip's global model with Qualcomm SD 8 Gen 3 unveiled: Details


China’s Xiaomi has expanded the availability of its MIX Flip to more countries following its debut in the home country in July. This first clamshell foldable smartphone from Xiaomi features a 6.86-inch main display and a 4-inch cover display. The device is currently available for purchase in Europe, but the launch timeline for India has not yet been announced. The smartphone is offered in Black and Purple colourways. Xiaomi is also providing features such as Advanced AI, Google’s Gemini Nano, and Circle to Search with the smartphone. Here are the details:

 


Xiaomi MIX Flip: Details


The Xiaomi MIX Flip features a 6.86-inch 1.5K TCL C8+ LTPO primary display with UTG glass protection and a 4-inch 1.5K TCL C8+ LTPO cover display with a quad-curved design and Xiaomi Shield glass protection. Both the main and cover displays support a 120Hz refresh rate, peak brightness of 3,000 nits, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision.


Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, the MIX Flip packs a 4,780mAh battery with 67W fast charging support. The flip smartphone runs on Android 14-based HyperOS.


For imaging, the Xiaomi MIX Flip features Leica Summilux lenses for the 50MP Light Fusion 800 main sensor and a 50MP 47mm 3x Leica floating telephoto lens located on the cover display. A 32MP selfie camera on the primary display is also included.


Xiaomi MIX Flip: Specifications


Main Display: 6.86-inch 1.5K TCL C8+ LTPO, 120Hz, 3,000 nits


Cover Display: 4-inch 1.5K TCL C8+ LTPO, 120Hz, 3,000 nits


Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3


RAM: 12GB


Storage: 512GB


Rear Camera: 50MP + 50MP


Front Camera: 32MP


Operating System: Xiaomi HyperOS based on Android 14


Battery: 4,780mAh


Charging: 67W

First Published: Sep 27 2024 | 11:28 AM IST



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Samsung launches AI-enhanced Galaxy S24 FE, sale starts from October 3

Samsung launches AI-enhanced Galaxy S24 FE, sale starts from October 3


Samsung has announced the Galaxy S24 FE, a new addition to its flagship Galaxy S-series smartphone line-up. The 2024 Fan Edition model introduces various enhancements, including a large display, a high-capacity battery, and IP68 dust and water resistance. Powering the experience is the Samsung Exynos 2400e chip. While the price of the smartphone has not yet been disclosed, Samsung has confirmed its availability starting October 3 in Blue, Graphite, Gray, Mint, and Yellow colours.


Samsung Galaxy S24 FE: Details

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Imaging: The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE features a triple-camera system on the back, comprising a 50-megapixel main sensor with optical image stabilisation (OIS), accompanied by a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera and an 8MP 3x telephoto lens. Samsung states that imaging on the smartphone is enhanced by AI-powered tools such as Nightography for low-light photography and the Object-Aware Engine, which optimises colours in HDR based on scenes.

 


Additionally, Samsung provides several Galaxy AI tools for image editing, including AI-powered editing suggestions, generative editing for removing or rearranging elements in an image, Portrait Studio for thematic editing, and Instant Slow-mo for videos.


Performance: Powered by the Exynos 2400e chip, the Galaxy S24 FE supports hardware-accelerated ray tracing. Furthermore, Samsung has stated that the phone features a large vapour cooling system to improve thermal management.


Display: The Galaxy S24 FE sports a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, the largest on a Samsung Galaxy Fan Edition smartphone to date. The display supports refresh rates up to 120Hz for smooth scrolling. Moreover, it is equipped with Vision Booster technology, which optimises colours and contrast for gaming in outdoor conditions.


Experience: The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE comes with a suite of AI features branded as “Galaxy AI.” It includes utility-based features such as Google’s Circle to Search, Live Translate for translation during phone calls, Interpreter for real-time translation during in-person conversations, and writing assistance with Composer and Note Assist.


Additionally, it incorporates Samsung Knox, Galaxy’s multi-layer security platform, to protect user data.


Samsung Galaxy S24 FE: Specifications


  • Display: 6.7-inch FHD+, Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz refresh rate, Vision Booster technology

  • Processor: Exynos 2400e

  • RAM: 8GB

  • Storage: 128GB / 256GB / 512GB

  • Rear Camera: 50MP primary (with OIS) + 12MP ultra-wide + 8MP telephoto

  • Front Camera: 10MP

  • Battery: 4,700mAh

  • Charging: 25W wired, wireless charging support

  • Protection: IP68

First Published: Sep 27 2024 | 10:57 AM IST



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OpenAI's plan to make artificial intelligence flow like electricity

OpenAI's plan to make artificial intelligence flow like electricity



By Cade Metz & Tripp Mickle


Late last year, Sam Altman, the chief executive of OpenAI, started pitching an audacious plan that he hoped would create the computing power his company needed to build more powerful artificial intelligence.

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In meetings with investors in the United Arab Emirates, computer chip makers in Asia and officials in Washington, he proposed that they unite on a multitrillion-dollar effort to erect new computer chip factories and data centers across the globe, including in the West Asia. Though some participants and regulators balked at parts of the plan, the talks have continued and expanded into Europe and Canada.

 


OpenAI’s blueprint for the world’s technology future, which was described to The New York Times by nine people close to the company’s discussions, would create countless data centers providing a global reservoir of computing power dedicated to building the next generation of AI.

 


As far-fetched as it may have seemed, Altman’s campaign showed how in just a few years he has become one of the world’s most influential tech executives, able in a span of weeks to gain an audience with Middle Eastern money, Asian manufacturing giants and top US regulators.

 


It was also a demonstration of the tech industry’s determination to accelerate the development of a technology it claims could be as transformative as the Industrial Revolution.


When word leaked that Altman, 39, was looking for trillions of dollars, he was mocked for seeking investments equivalent to roughly a quarter of the annual economic output of the United States. Officials in Washington also expressed concerns that a US company was trying to build vital technology in the West Asia. To build AI infrastructure in a number of countries, American companies would need approval from United States officials who oversee export controls.


Altman has since scaled his ambition down to hundreds of billions of dollars, the nine people said, and hatched a new strategy: Court US government officials by first helping to build data centers in the United States.


It is still unclear how all this would work. OpenAI has tried to assemble a loose federation of companies, including data center builders like Microsoft as well as investors and chipmakers. But the particulars of who would pay the money, who would get it and what they would even build are hazy.

At the same time, OpenAI has been in separate talks to raise $6.5 billion to support its own business, a deal that would value the start-up at $150 billion.


THE BLUEPRINT


– Create countless data centers for a global reservoir of computing power to build next generation of AI

– Assemble loose federation of firms, including data center builders like Microsoft and investors and chipmakers

– Calls for the Emirates to fund multiple chip-making plants’s cons­tr­u­c­t­ion , costing  $43 bn each

– Discuss fund­ing infrastructure plan with MGX, an AI-focused investment veh­icle by the Emirates

– Reduce chip manufacturing costs for companies like TSMC



©2024 The New York Times News Service

First Published: Sep 26 2024 | 11:44 PM IST



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Government blocks websites exposing Aadhaar, PAN details of users

Government blocks websites exposing Aadhaar, PAN details of users



The Union government on Thursday issued blocking orders for some websites found exposing sensitive personal identifiable information of users online, including Aadhaar and PAN card details.


The Ministry of Electronics and IT in a statement over the issue said that the issue was taken up seriously as the “Government accords highest priority to safe cyber security practices and protection of personal data.”

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In line with this, prompt action has been taken to block these websites, said the Ministry. 


The action came after some internet users took to social media and said that a simple internet search about Aadhaar details, was exposing personally identifiable information (PII) of several Indians from certain websites.

 


According to reports, websites such as starkidz.com, indianaerospaceandengineering.com, and asianbariatrics.com were some domains that were leaking the data, which could be accessed through a simple google search.


“The analysis of these websites by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has shown some security flaws in these websites. The concerned website owners have been provided guidance about the actions to be taken at their end for hardening the ICT infrastructures and fixing the vulnerabilities,” said an official statement from the IT Ministry.


Recently, the breach at Star Health and Allied Insurance led to leakage of sensitive information of about 31 million customers, reportedly amounting to 7.24 terabytes, which was being offered on sale through messaging platform Telegram. 


“The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 has already been enacted and the Rules under this Act are in the advanced stage of drafting. With the aim of sensitising the government, the industry and the citizens about its impact, an awareness programme has also been initiated,” the statement further read. 


Cert-In, the nodal agency for cybersecurity under MeitY has in the past issued “Guidelines for Secure Application Design, Development, Implementation & Operations” for all entities using IT applications.


The body has also given directions under the Information Technology Act, 2000, (IT Act) relating to information security practices, procedure, prevention, response and reporting of cyber incidents, said the Ministry. 

First Published: Sep 26 2024 | 11:40 PM IST



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