Do Son Perplexity has launched an AI-powered Email Assistant for its $200/month premium subscribers. It can organize inboxes, schedule meetings, and draft replies.
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Microsoft is reportedly integrating Anthropic's Claude into Office 365 Copilot, a move to enhance features and reduce its reliance on OpenAI.
Google Gemini now supports audio file uploads for transcription and summarization, a top-requested feature with different usage limits for free and paid users.
Google NotebookLM introduces "Video Overviews," an AI-powered feature that turns complex documents into narrated, slide-style videos for enhanced visual learning and presentations.
Microsoft Edge introduces "Copilot Mode," an experimental AI feature allowing the assistant to analyze all open tabs and Browse history for enhanced, context-aware assistance.
Amazon has acquired Bee AI, a startup behind an AI-powered voice wristband, signaling a deeper commitment to integrating AI into hardware and potentially enhancing Alexa and Echo devices.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Agent for Pro, Plus, and Team users, transforming the AI into an active executor capable of planning, generating, and running complex tasks.
Apple confirms a complete Siri redesign, but the revamped AI assistant may not arrive until iOS 26.4 in Spring 2026, facing accusations of misleading marketing.
Claude AI now offers free web search for all users, providing more accurate and up-to-date responses. Voice mode is also in testing.
Perplexity.ai shows interest in acquiring Chrome amid DOJ antitrust case, raising concerns about OpenAI's stewardship and Google's Android restrictions.
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