Technology

Google adds Gemini-powered Dictation to Gboard, which could be bad news for dictation startups

Google's transcription feature will initially launch with Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones

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Technology May 12, 2026

Android Auto is now one (screen) size fits all

This week at I/O, Google rolled out a series of major updates for Android Auto that include better sizing for unconventi...

Technology May 12, 2026

Google announces its Chromebook successor: the Googlebook

Google is announcing a new line of laptops coming in the fall called Googlebooks. Details are sparse for now, as the tea...

Technology May 12, 2026

The 9 biggest new features in Android 17

Would it shock you to hear that Android 17 is filled with new AI-enabled features, like improved dictation and vibe-code...

Technology May 12, 2026

Gemini’s biggest new features are all about controlling your phone

It is, once again, Gemini season. Google is announcing a host of new Gemini features during its pre-I/O Android showcase...

PC Gaming May 12, 2026

Singleplayer simulated MMO Erenshor is getting raids this summer

You'll be able to join 14 computer-controlled players in an endgame loot grind. ...

PC Gaming May 12, 2026

Every Harry Potter Full-Cast Audiobook Is Now Available on Audible

Start listening for free.

NFL May 12, 2026

Chicago Bears Question of the Day: Where will the Bears regress?

The Bears had some exceptional stats to show for their 2025 season - which one is most due for regression?

NFL May 12, 2026

ESPN analyst believes the 49ers will have a top-10 offensive line in 2026

The 49ers offensive line graded well across the board outside of left guard

Terrorism & Security May 12, 2026

Hamas 'weaponised' sexual violence in 7 October attacks, Israeli investigation says

The most comprehensive report of its kind details harrowing cases of sexual attacks which it says were systematic.

Terrorism & Security May 12, 2026

Hamas 'weaponised' sexual violence in 7 October attacks, Israeli investigation says

The most comprehensive report of its kind details harrowing cases of sexual attacks which it says were systematic.

Technology May 12, 2026

Panasonic’s new Lumix L10 is a compact camera with a focus on photography

Panasonic has announced a new addition to its Lumix camera line with a compact body and fixed lens that's targeted at ph...

PC Gaming May 12, 2026

KingFish is a co-op roguelike where one of you gets to play a city builder while the other plays an action game

We all love a little city builder around here, right? Course we do! But I'm sure not all of our friends do, they'd rat...

PC Gaming May 12, 2026

Nintendo’s New Switch 2 Bundle Is Your Best Deal To Grab One Before Prices Shoot Up

Players can choose Mario Kart World or another game to get at a discount

Technology May 12, 2026

Testing UPS Output Waveforms

Article URL: https://www.lttlabs.com/articles/2026/05/12/ups-exploration Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/ite...

NFL May 12, 2026

How to watch the 2026-2027 NFL season schedule release live

Find out how to watch this year's NFL schedule announcement this Thursday.

PC Gaming May 12, 2026

Subnautica 2 Gameplay Appears to Have Leaked, Just Days After Forza Horizon 6 and LEGO Batman

The early access launch of Subnautica 2 appears to be the latest game hit by pre-release leaks in a matter of days, afte...

Technology May 12, 2026

Indigo brings the open social web to one app

Indigo's new social app lets you cross-post to the open social web, including Mastodon and Bluesky, and browse a unified...

NFL May 12, 2026

Ranking which Chiefs 2026 matchups we want to see in primetime

Which of Kansas City’s 2026 opponents do you want to see the Chiefs play on a national stage?

NFL May 12, 2026

Why the timing of the Munich game is bad luck for the Lions

The Detroit Lions aren’t likely to get a bye after the Germany game, and it’s all about poor timing.

PC Gaming May 12, 2026

How to find the Serial Number for the Probe in Directive 8020

Get straight to sending your signal. ...

Terrorism & Security May 12, 2026

South Africa's top court bars repeat asylum applications

The home affairs minister hails the ruling as a "victory" against the "abuse" of the refugee system.

Terrorism & Security May 12, 2026

South Africa's top court bars repeat asylum applications

The home affairs minister hails the ruling as a "victory" against the "abuse" of the refugee system.

Technology May 12, 2026

U.S. bank disclose security lapse after sharing customer data with AI app

The bank said the security lapse was due to the use of an “unauthorized” AI software app.

Technology May 12, 2026

Threads tests a Meta AI integration that works similarly to Grok

The feature is designed to help people get real-time context about trends and breaking stories, as well as receive recom...

PC Gaming May 12, 2026

As the Lies of P sequel enters full-scale development, developer Neowiz says it's working on another Soulslike and a narrative RPG

Lies of P continues to be one of the most celebrated Soulslikes made outside of FromSoftware, and we've known for over ...

Technology May 12, 2026

Show HN: Gigacatalyst – Extend your SaaS with an embedded AI builder

Hi HN, I’m Namanyay from Gigacatalyst (link: https://gigacatalyst.com/). Gigacatalyst allows sales, CS, and users to ...

PC Gaming May 12, 2026

Sony assures that AI is only meant to 'augment' artists' capabilities instead of replacing them but it feels like a slippery slope

And that's not including upscaling and PSSR. ...

Technology May 12, 2026

Parents say ChatGPT got their son killed with bad advice on party drugs

The family of a 19-year-old college student is suing OpenAI over claims that his conversations with ChatGPT led to an ac...

Technology May 12, 2026

Android Show 2026: all the news and announcements

Google I/O is just a week away, and that means it’s time for another Android Show event to unpack all the Android ecos...