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AI‑Related Delusions Prompt Debate Over New Psychiatric Label

AI‑Related Delusions Prompt Debate Over New Psychiatric Label

Psychiatrists are observing a surge of patients whose delusional beliefs are amplified by extensive interactions with AI chatbots. While some clinicians refer to the phenomenon as “AI psychosis,” others argue the term misrepresents the underlying condition, suggesting labels such as “AI‑associated delusional disorder.” The discussion centers on whether AI acts as a trigger or an accelerant for existing psychotic symptoms, how clinicians should assess chatbot use, and the need for research to guide safeguards and treatment approaches.

Reddit Seeks Expanded AI Licensing Deal With Google

Reddit Seeks Expanded AI Licensing Deal With Google

Reddit is reopening talks with Google to renegotiate its AI data‑sharing agreement. The platform wants higher compensation and a broader role in Google’s AI ecosystem, proposing a dynamic pricing model tied to the usefulness of its content. Executives argue that Reddit’s real‑person, community‑curated posts are especially valuable for training AI systems, citing the site’s frequent citation by tools like Perplexity and Google’s AI Overviews. The negotiations reflect a growing tension between content providers and tech giants over the value and impact of data used to fuel artificial‑intelligence models.

Meta Unveils Ray‑Ban Display Smart Glasses Amid Design and Pricing Concerns

Meta Unveils Ray‑Ban Display Smart Glasses Amid Design and Pricing Concerns

Meta introduced the Meta Ray‑Ban Display, a new pair of smart glasses featuring a right‑lens display and a wrist‑band for gesture control. While the company touts advanced AI capabilities, reviewers note a bulky aesthetic, a high price tag around $800, and a limited U.S. launch that requires in‑store fittings. The launch follows Meta’s $3.5 billion minority investment in Essilor Luxottica, the maker of Ray‑Ban, highlighting the partnership’s continued focus on wearable technology.

Nothing Introduces Ear 3 Earbuds with Super Mic Charging Case

Nothing Introduces Ear 3 Earbuds with Super Mic Charging Case

Nothing has launched the Ear 3 earbuds, featuring a transparent design, metal-reinforced case and buds, and a new "Super Mic" system that uses two microphones built into the charging case. The case includes a prominent Talk button that lets users make calls, voice notes, or memos when the buds are out of the case and connected to a phone. Ear 3 also offers 12mm drivers, spatial audio, LDAC Hi‑Res support, a personalized EQ, five and a half hours of playback with ANC, a total of 22 hours with the case, wireless charging, and a price of $179 with pre‑orders starting today.

Waymo Teams with Via to Integrate Autonomous Vehicles into Chandler’s Public Transit

Waymo Teams with Via to Integrate Autonomous Vehicles into Chandler’s Public Transit

Waymo is partnering with transit‑technology firm Via to embed its driverless robotaxis into Chandler, Arizona’s Flex microtransit service. Riders will book rides through the Chandler Flex app and may be matched with Waymo’s autonomous vehicles, which will operate on a fixed schedule and flat‑fee structure. The collaboration builds on Waymo’s earlier experiments linking robotaxis to public‑transit hubs in the Bay Area and Los Angeles, and follows similar microtransit pilots by other autonomous‑driving startups. Officials view the partnership as a way to broaden access to driverless mobility while complementing existing bus routes.

What Makes a Song Catchy: Insights from AI, DJs and a Museum Study

What Makes a Song Catchy: Insights from AI, DJs and a Museum Study

A recent look at the factors that make a song stick in listeners' heads combines three perspectives: a 2014 museum survey that identified the most quickly recognized tracks, AI models such as ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot that list their own "catchiest" songs and professional DJs from New Jersey and Atlanta who share real‑world criteria. The AI answers point to simple melodies, strong beats and tempos that match natural rhythms, while DJs emphasize emotional connection, beats per minute and cultural trends like TikTok. Together these sources reveal a shifting but recognizable set of constants behind ear‑worms.

Enabot Ebo Air 2: A Mobile Pet‑Cam That Doubles as a Home Security Camera

Enabot Ebo Air 2: A Mobile Pet‑Cam That Doubles as a Home Security Camera

The Enabot Ebo Air 2 is a small, roaming robot that combines a 2K camera with playful pet‑interaction features. It moves on two treads, offers preset motion patterns, and displays expressive LED eyes. Video quality rivals entry‑level security cameras, though its low‑angle view and reliance on flat flooring can limit coverage. The robot includes a 32 GB microSD card for local storage and a charging dock that works best on solid surfaces. While it can serve as a basic security device, reviewers suggest it shines most as a pet camera.

NVIDIA Invests $5 Billion in Intel to Create Custom PC and Data‑Center CPUs

NVIDIA Invests $5 Billion in Intel to Create Custom PC and Data‑Center CPUs

NVIDIA announced a $5 billion investment in Intel as part of a new collaboration to jointly develop custom x86 CPUs for PCs and data‑center servers. The partnership will blend NVIDIA’s leading GPU and AI chips with Intel’s processor expertise, manufacturing, and advanced packaging. Intel will build “NVIDIA‑custom x86 CPUs” that integrate NVIDIA’s RTX GPU chiplets, while both CEOs highlighted the strategic value of combining their technologies. The deal marks a rare alliance between the two rivals and could reshape the landscape for high‑performance computing.

Uber Eats partners with Flytrex to pilot drone food deliveries

Uber Eats partners with Flytrex to pilot drone food deliveries

Uber Eats is launching a new drone delivery pilot in partnership with Flytrex, a company that already operates food‑delivery drones for other U.S. retailers. The collaboration will allow Uber Eats customers to receive orders within minutes while helping to reduce road congestion. Flytrex is one of four providers authorized by the FAA for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations, and the partnership includes an investment from Uber to accelerate Flytrex’s technology deployment. Uber’s President of Autonomous Mobility and Delivery, Sarfraz Maredia, highlighted the move as the next chapter in speed‑focused, sustainable delivery.

Latest Smartphone Lineup Highlights Performance, Camera Advances and Foldable Innovations

Latest Smartphone Lineup Highlights Performance, Camera Advances and Foldable Innovations

A roundup of recent flagship and mid‑range smartphones shows manufacturers pushing performance, camera capabilities and new form factors. Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro series introduces the A19 Pro chip, iOS 26 and a triple‑camera system with 48 MP sensors. Google’s Pixel 10 line adds AI‑driven features and 100× Pro Res Zoom. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 refine foldable designs with thinner bodies and upgraded cameras. OnePlus 13 emphasizes raw hardware with a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and a 6,000 mAh battery. The review also discusses iOS versus Android, connectivity options and buying considerations.

Meta Announces New Smart Eyewear and Horizon TV at Connect 2025

Meta Announces New Smart Eyewear and Horizon TV at Connect 2025

At Meta Connect 2025, CEO Mark Zuckerberg introduced three new smart‑eyewear models and a new entertainment hub for Quest headsets. The lineup includes the second‑generation Ray‑Ban Meta glasses, the athlete‑focused Oakley Meta Vanguard, and the first AR‑enabled Meta Ray‑Ban Display, which pairs with an EMG wristband. Horizon TV will consolidate streaming services like Disney+, Prime Video and Peacock within the Quest ecosystem. The announcements highlight improved battery life, upgraded camera specs, and new software features aimed at both everyday users and sport enthusiasts.

Meta Expands Smart Glasses Lineup with New Ray‑Ban Display, Oakley Vanguard, and Ray‑Ban Gen 2 Models

Meta Expands Smart Glasses Lineup with New Ray‑Ban Display, Oakley Vanguard, and Ray‑Ban Gen 2 Models

Meta unveiled three new smart‑glass offerings: the Ray‑Ban Display with a built‑in lens display and Neural Band wrist controller, the Oakley Meta Vanguard aimed at action‑sports users with a 12‑megapixel ultrawide camera and louder speakers, and the second‑generation Ray‑Ban Meta that adds a higher‑resolution camera and longer battery life. All models integrate Meta’s AI assistant and aim to bring augmented‑reality experiences to everyday wear, with pricing ranging from $379 to $799 and availability beginning in the United States.