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Unboxing Lenovo's $390 Idea Tab Pro with Tab Pen Plus
CNET· 2025-07-03 18:47
Lenovo's newest 12" tablet feature 8GB of memory, 128GB of storage, Android 14 (but upgradable to Android 16), a 10200mAh battery, Quad JBL speakers and more. Let's unbox it. #tablet #unboxing #lenovo #android ...
I Used Google's Veo 3 AI Video Generator to Produce Parts of This Video
CNET· 2025-07-03 12:00
Veo 3 Features & Functionality - Veo 3 is Google's third-generation generative AI model for video, incorporating dialogue, audio, and sound effects [1] - Access to Veo 3 is provided through a Google AI Ultra subscription, which includes a suite of Google services [1] - Video generation within the Gemini interface takes approximately 3 to 5 minutes, which is longer compared to OpenAI's Sora [1] - Generated videos are encoded as 16x9 videos with a resolution of 1280x720, an 8-second length, and a file size under 2 megabytes [1] - The video player interface includes standard controls such as play/pause, mute (without volume control), and a download option, along with a Veo watermark [1] Prompting & Customization - To enable voiceovers, users must prompt Gemini to use a synchronized lip-sync voiceover and provide a script [1] - Cinematic control is available, allowing users to specify shot types such as medium close-ups [1] - Veo 3 may introduce unexpected elements such as accents, different ethnicities, or additional objects not specified in the prompt [1] Google Flow & Integration - Google Flow, available in Google Labs, offers more advanced tools for video creatives, including story narrative building and visual filing systems [1] - Flow allows users to select different Veo models and the number of outputs per prompt [1] - Veo 3 is being integrated into other Google products like Google's Cloud Vertex AI for developers, and third-party platforms are utilizing the API [1]
Nothing Phone 3: Enter the Glyph Matrix
CNET· 2025-07-01 17:52
Product Design & Innovation - The new Nothing Phone features a Glyph Matrix, replacing the previous Glyph Interface [1] - The Glyph Matrix can display information such as time, battery level, and caller ID [2] - The phone includes a special button to control the Glyph Matrix [2] - The Glyph Matrix also supports interactive games [2] Key Feature Highlight - The Glyph Matrix is highlighted as the most exciting feature of the new phone [3]
Nothing Unveils The $799 Nothing Phone (3)
CNET· 2025-07-01 17:39
Product Design & Features - Phone 3's design emphasizes visual representation of internal components, aiming for emotional and architectural appeal [1] - The device boasts the company's brightest and sharpest screen to date, coupled with enhanced camera app functionalities [1] - Phone 3 prioritizes speed, smoothness, design-centric aesthetics, and functional customization options [1] Product Availability - Phone 3 will be offered in black and white color options [2] Market Positioning - The company positions Phone 3 as a flagship product [2] - The company aims to inject joy, identity, and creativity into the tech landscape with Phone 3 [1]
Nothing Headphone (1) Unboxing
CNET· 2025-07-01 17:30
Product Announcement - Nothing's Headphone (1) is unboxed [1] Marketing - The content is promoted with hashtags nothingheadphone1, nothingheadphone, and headphones [1]
Ditching My iPhone for the Low-Tech Light Phone 3. Can I Survive? | Prove It
CNET· 2025-07-01 12:01
Product Overview - The Light Phone 3 aims to reduce doom scrolling by offering a simplified phone experience without social media, internet browsing, news, or ads [1][2] - The phone supports essential tools such as music upload (no streaming), contact import, calendar import, and RSS feeds for podcasts [2] - The Light Phone 3 includes a camera reminiscent of early 2000s point-and-shoot cameras and a matte screen with adjustable brightness [8] Functionality and Limitations - The Light Phone 3 lacks certain functionalities like digital wallet (NFC chip present but not active), online banking, and easy link access from texts [6][15] - Users may encounter issues with the phone's responsiveness, particularly with the screen's touch sensitivity and typing accuracy [7] - The device experienced service interruptions requiring a reboot to restore messaging functionality [4] User Experience - The absence of social media access can be a positive experience, promoting a digital detox [6][12][15] - The phone can provide step-by-step walking directions using its directory tool and map icon [11] - The Light Phone 3 is suitable for digital detoxes or weekends off social media, allowing for basic communication and navigation [15]
WTF | Meet the Microcar 🏍️ x 🚗
CNET· 2025-06-30 15:08
Product Overview - The report introduces the Microcar, a vehicle blending motorcycle size with traditional car design [1] Marketing & Social Media - CNET promotes its YouTube channel for car tech and vehicle of the future content [1] - CNET encourages viewers to subscribe to its YouTube channel [1] - CNET promotes its browser extension for deals [1] - CNET directs users to its Amazon storefront [1] - CNET promotes its presence on various social media platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Bluesky, X, and Facebook [1] - CNET highlights its AI Atlas [1]
Are iOS 26 and Android 16 Innovators or Copycats? | All Things Mobile
CNET· 2025-06-30 12:00
User Interface & Personalization - Android 16 and iOS 26 feature completely redesigned user interfaces, with Google emphasizing personalization through "Material 3 expressive" [1][2] - Apple's new "liquid glass" design for iOS 26 aims for a more expressive and delightful experience, though reception has been mixed, with some drawing comparisons to Microsoft Vista [2][3] - Both Android and iOS are introducing the ability to create custom emojis by mixing existing ones [13] Notification Enhancements - Android 16 will incorporate live activities, similar to iOS, providing real-time updates within notifications without needing to open the app [5] - Google is implementing grouped notifications for single apps, consolidating multiple notifications into one [6] Call Management - iOS 26 introduces a "hold assist" feature that keeps the phone on hold, mutes hold music, and notifies the user when a person becomes available, mirroring Google's "hold for me" feature [7] - Apple's new call screening feature automatically answers calls from unknown numbers, asks the caller for their name and reason, and provides the user with this information before they decide to answer [8] AI Integration - Apple Intelligence is integrated into iOS 26, offering live translations for texts, FaceTime captions, and audio translations over the phone [10] - Android 16 introduces "expressive captions" using AI to enhance captions with contextual information, such as capitalization for loud words and brackets for noises [11][12] Feature Parity & Copying - iOS is gaining visual intelligence, enabling users to search for items on their screen, similar to Google's "circle to search" [12] - Android is introducing a desktop mode for tablets, developed in collaboration with Samsung [12][13]
Neo Humanoid Robot At-Home Training Update
CNET· 2025-06-29 12:00
Robot Capabilities & AI Model - 1X's humanoid robot Neo features a new AI model, Redwood AI, enhancing its capabilities in unfamiliar settings [1][3] - Neo's new abilities include picking up unfamiliar objects, whole body control, improved coordination, running, multidirectional walking, and stair climbing [1] - Neo's stair mode uses onboard cameras to estimate floor height, avoiding the use of LiDAR sensors [1] - The robot can sit, kneel, stand, and perform tasks requiring low-to-the-ground positioning, such as handing tools and working under a car [2] - Neo can pivot, walk backwards, and side-step, useful for navigating tight spaces [3] AI Model Training & Simulation - Redwood AI runs completely on Neo's onboard GPU [3] - 1X's World model bridges the gap between training simulations and real-world action using video inputs, robot observations, and action trajectories [3][4] - The AI model learns from experience, improving its simulations of object interactions, such as opening an air fryer [5] - The 1X world model struggles with simulating unfamiliar objects and locomotion [6] Future Development - 1X focuses on task-specific training to achieve a general AI model for robots [6]
Switch 2 Pro Controller Compared to Original, DualSense Edge, & Xbox Elite: Is It Worth the Upgrade?
CNET· 2025-06-28 12:00
Product Features & Design - The Switch 2 Pro Controller closely resembles the original Switch Pro Controller in size and shape, but features a smoother grip texture [1][2] - A dedicated game chat button is included for forming parties and screen sharing, acting as a shortcut to the Switch main menu [2][3] - The controller adds programmable back buttons (GL and GR) for customized inputs on a per-game basis [4][5] - Unlike some competitors, the Switch 2 Pro Controller only offers two programmable back buttons and lacks swappable button shapes [5][6] - A headphone jack is included for private gaming [6] - The D-pad has been redesigned to allow for more freedom of movement, improving diagonal inputs [9] - The controller still lacks analog triggers, a feature present in Xbox and PlayStation controllers [10] Performance & Battery - Battery life remains approximately 40 hours on a single charge [7] - Recharge time is reduced to 3 and a half hours, compared to six hours for the original Pro Controller [8] Pricing & Compatibility - The Switch 2 Pro Controller retails for $85, a price increase compared to the original's $70 [11] - The original Switch Pro Controller is compatible with the Switch 2 [11] - The new Pro Controller may have connectivity issues with PCs, as Steam may not recognize it [11][12]