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Lepro Introduces AI Lighting Pro Series with Built‑In Microphones

Lepro Introduces AI Lighting Pro Series with Built‑In Microphones

Lepro has launched its AI Lighting Pro series, embedding microphones and a proprietary voice assistant called LightGPM directly into its smart lights. The lineup includes a light strip, rope light, product descriptions mention RGB, a warm‑white mode, and Wi‑Fi connectivity that works with Alexa and Google Assistant. By eliminating the need for a separate controller, the lights can respond to commands such as turning on, changing colors, and generating mood‑based lighting patterns. The move adds another always‑listening device to homes, raising questions about privacy and convenience.

Warner Bros. Discovery Sues Midjourney Over Alleged Copyright Infringement

Warner Bros. Discovery Sues Midjourney Over Alleged Copyright Infringement

Warner Bros. Discovery has filed a lawsuit against the AI image generator Midjourney, accusing the company of repeatedly producing unauthorized copies of its copyrighted characters. The complaint alleges that Midjourney’s tools generate countless infringing images and videos, even when prompts do not specifically name the characters. Warner Bros. Discovery claims the AI service is exploiting its intellectual property to attract subscribers and seeks a court order to halt the alleged violations.

Tech Giants Commit to AI Education at White House Summit

Tech Giants Commit to AI Education at White House Summit

The White House convened leading technology CEOs for an AI education summit, where companies pledged substantial resources to prepare Americans for an AI-driven future. Google, Microsoft and Amazon announced major funding and training initiatives, while Meta, Apple and OpenAI were also on the invite list. The commitments include billions in grants, free software access for students, and large‑scale training programs aimed at educators and workers across the United States.

Warner Bros. Discovery Sues Midjourney Over Copyright Infringement

Warner Bros. Discovery Sues Midjourney Over Copyright Infringement

Warner Bros. Discovery has filed a lawsuit against AI image generator Midjourney, alleging that the service was trained on and is using the company’s copyrighted characters without permission. The complaint cites examples such as Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Scooby Doo, Bugs Bunny and other Looney Tunes figures appearing in Midjourney‑generated images. Warner Bros. Discovery says Midjourney removed safeguards that previously blocked such content, allowing users to create and commercialize depictions of its intellectual property. The company is seeking statutory damages of up to $150,000 per infringed work and include references to related lawsuits by Disney and Universal Studios.

Meta Revives Facebook's Classic "Poke" Feature for a New Generation

Meta Revives Facebook's Classic "Poke" Feature for a New Generation

Meta is bringing back Facebook's original "poke" feature, adding it to user, making it easier to find on profiles and creating a dedicated page to track poke activity. The move includes emoji indicators that change with the number of pokes exchanged. The company says the feature, once a novelty in the early days of Facebook, has seen a resurgence after being highlighted in the search bar, and it fits Meta's broader effort to reintroduce "OG" Facebook experiences and attract younger users.

Big Tech Joins White House Push for AI Education in Schools

Big Tech Joins White House Push for AI Education in Schools

The White House convened leading technology and AI companies to discuss a new initiative aimed at integrating artificial intelligence education into U.S. schools. Companies including Amazon, Google, Microsoft, OpenAI and Anthropic pledged support through tools, training and incentives for teachers and students. The event, hosted by former First Lady Melania Trump, also drew criticism for its lack of educator input and the apparent exclusion of Elon Musk.

Apple Unveils iOS 26 with Liquid Glass Design and New AI Features

Apple Unveils iOS 26 with Liquid Glass Design and New AI Features

Apple announced iOS 26, introducing a translucent "Liquid Glass" aesthetic across the lock and a redesign of core apps. The update adds Hold Assist for phone calls, live translation in Phone, FaceTime and Messages, and new spam‑filtering tools. Visual Intelligence lets users search for objects captured on screen, while Photos tabs return for easier browsing. iPadOS 26 receives multitasking windows and the same visual overhaul. AirPods gain studio‑quality recording and remote camera control. Siri remains on hold, but Apple hints at future AI integration. The rollout targets iPhones released from 2019 onward.

TCL Unveils QM9K TVs Featuring Integrated Gemini on Google TV

TCL Unveils QM9K TVs Featuring Integrated Gemini on Google TV

TCL announced its new QM9K series of QD mini LED televisions, the first in the industry to embed Gemini, Google’s AI feature, directly into Google TV. The TVs use a mmWave sensor that detects viewers and enables hands‑free interaction with Gemini through the standard “Hey Google” prompt. The series boasts a Zero Border WHVA panel with up to 6,500 nits peak brightness, 6,000 precise dimming zones, and Bang & Olufsen audio. Ranging from 65 to 98 inches, the QM9K models will be sold at Best Buy and select regional retailers later this month.

Roborock Unveils New Robot Lawn Mowers and Vacuum Lineup at IFA

Roborock Unveils New Robot Lawn Mowers and Vacuum Lineup at IFA

Roborock introduced three robot lawn mowers—RockMow Z1, S1, and RockNeo Q1—featuring advanced navigation, steep‑slope capability, and edge‑cutting technology. The company also expanded its vacuum portfolio with the H60 Hub stick vacuums, the steam‑powered F25 Ultra wet‑dry vacuum, and the ultra‑thin Qrevo Curv 2 Pro robot vacuum, all equipped with AI mapping, auto‑emptying docks, and high suction power. Pricing ranges from the low $300s for stick vacuums to $799 for the F25 Ultra, signaling Roborock’s aggressive push into both outdoor and indoor cleaning solutions.

Warner Bros. Discovery Sues AI Image Generator Midjourney Over Copyright Infringement

Warner Bros. Discovery Sues AI Image Generator Midjourney Over Copyright Infringement

Warner Bros. Discovery has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against the AI image‑generation platform Midjourney, alleging that the service allows users to create images featuring protected characters such as Batman, Scooby‑Doo and Bugs Bunny. The complaint asserts that Midjourney knowingly offered a tool that facilitates large‑scale piracy, even after briefly restricting the animation of certain characters. The suit follows similar actions by Disney and Universal, and it highlights ongoing legal battles over how AI systems use copyrighted material for training and content creation.

AI and DJs Weigh In on the World’s Catchiest Songs

AI and DJs Weigh In on the World’s Catchiest Songs

A recent look at what makes a song stick in listeners’ heads pulls together a museum’s recognition study, the song lists of AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot, and the on‑the‑ground insights of New Jersey DJ Mark Pomeroy and Atlanta DJ Sloan Lee. The museum survey ranked pop hits by how quickly people identified them, while AI models produced overlapping but varied top‑ten lists. DJs, seasoned in live events, stress emotional connection, beats per minute and TikTok trends as key drivers of catchiness. Together, these perspectives map a shifting but recognizable set of earworms that span decades and genres.

Eufy Unveils Marswalker Shell Enabling Robot Vacuums to Climb Stairs

Eufy Unveils Marswalker Shell Enabling Robot Vacuums to Climb Stairs

Eufy introduced the Marswalker, a tracked platform that can autonomously carry compatible robot vacuums up and down stairs without human help. The shell works with Eufy's Omni S2 vacuum, which features an aromatherapy system and advanced navigation. While the Marswalker does not clean staircases itself, it provides a solution for multilevel homes by transporting the vacuum between floors, recognizing various stair configurations and returning to its dock for charging and emptying. The innovation could reshape the robot‑vacuum market, offering a first‑of‑its‑kind stair‑climbing capability.