The Verge
Gemini Call for Me Might Soon Tell Your Mom You're Running Late, Because Texting Is Apparently Too Hard
Google's Gemini might soon call your mom to say you're late, because apparently we've reached the pinnacle of human communication.
2026-10-06
The Verge
2026-08-25
TechCrunch
Claude Finally Remembers What You Said Five Minutes Ago, Feels Like One Assistant Instead of Two
Claude merges chat and Cowork memories, so you no longer have to re-explain your life story every time you switch modes - unless it involves sensitive topics, in which case, toggle away.
2026-07-09
ZDNet
ChatGPT's Live Voice Upgrade Can Now Fake Being a Good Listener, Just Like Your Best Friend
OpenAI's GPT-Live voice upgrade lets ChatGPT listen and talk simultaneously, interjecting with 'Mmhm' and 'Yeah' to fake human conversation - perfect for when you need an AI to pretend to care about your cat's lunar adventures.
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