Viktor Eriksson

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OpenAI's latest AI models can 'think with images' and combine tools

6 days ago | pcworld.com | Viktor Eriksson |Joel Lee

Earlier this week via blog post, OpenAI released their newest AI models: o3 and o4-mini. These models are the company’s “smartest and most capable models to date” and their first reasoning models that can also reason when it comes to images. What does that mean? In short, these AI models can use an image—such as a photograph or a sketch—as part of an analysis. The models can also adjust, zoom in on, and rotate an image during reasoning.
Discord is making some users verify their age using face and ID scans

6 days ago | pcworld.com | Viktor Eriksson |Joel Lee

Discord has started restricting some users from accessing sensitive content on the communication platform until you verify your age, according to a new support page (spotted by The Verge). The verification process involves either scanning your face with a webcam or visiting a QR code with your mobile device and uploading a photo of your ID card. This is a one-time verification, with options to re-verify or undergo a manual review if the process fails.
Patreon challenges Twitch with its own 24/7 live streaming feature

1 week ago | pcworld.com | Viktor Eriksson |Joel Lee

Twitch has long been the king of live streaming, unfazed by the likes of YouTube Live, Kick, and Mixer (RIP). But there’s a new challenger on the block in Patreon, which will start allowing its creators to conduct live broadcasts directly on the platform, reports TechCrunch. What’s interesting is that Patreon’s native live streaming feature won’t need any third-party apps. Say goodbye to OBS and Crowdcast, because you’ll be able to broadcast live using the Patreon mobile app or website.
Steam has a hidden tool that shows how much you've spent over the years

1 week ago | pcworld.com | Viktor Eriksson |Joel Lee

Some users on Reddit have noticed (and are even horrified) that there’s a hidden tool in Steam that lets you see exactly how much money you’ve spent on the digital PC gaming marketplace platform. You can access this tool yourself by logging into Steam and navigating to Help > Steam Support > My Account > Data Related to Your Steam Account > External Funds Used.
Microsoft shares several reasons to leave Windows 10 for Windows 11

1 week ago | pcworld.com | Viktor Eriksson |Joel Lee

This year, things are finally picking up for Microsoft as Windows 10 users are starting to switch over to Windows 11. But the pace isn’t fast enough for Microsoft’s liking, apparently, and the company really wants people to upgrade to Windows 11 sooner than later.
Mozilla plans to launch 'Thundermail' email addresses for users

2 weeks ago | pcworld.com | Viktor Eriksson |Joel Lee

Mozilla’s open-source email client, Thunderbird, plans to start offering users their own personalized @thundermail.com email addresses through a new Thunderbird Pro service, reports The Verge.
OpenAI releases impressive 4o image generator for free and paid users

4 weeks ago | pcworld.com | Viktor Eriksson |Joel Lee

Earlier this week, OpenAI released their “most advanced image generator yet” and made it available through ChatGPT using the GPT-4o model. ChatGPT previously relied on Dall-E to generate images. According to OpenAI, the improved 4o model is able to produce precise, accurate, and photorealistic results. They claim that it’s also particularly good at rendering text, following instructions precisely, and even understanding the context of a chat.
Microsoft's new Copilot interface looks a lot like one you already know

1 month ago | pcworld.com | Viktor Eriksson |Joel Lee

Earlier this month, Microsoft revamped the Copilot for Windows app. Now, the AI assistant is getting a different kind of facelift—in the form of a brand-new interface, reports Windows Latest. The new Copilot interface may seem familiar to anyone who’s been using OpenAI’s ChatGPT, with the chat history now moved to a side panel on the left instead of as a pop-up window alongside the convo. There’s also a button to hide the side panel and give more space to the convo itself.
Nanoleaf's PC bias lighting strip syncs to your screen without a camera

1 month ago | pcworld.com | Viktor Eriksson |Joel Lee

Nanoleaf is launching a new product called the PC Screen Mirror Lightstrip, reports The Verge, which features 75 color-changing LEDs and can be attached to the back of a computer monitor to create an immersive ambient lighting experience that also mirrors the screen’s content. The PC Screen Mirror Lightstrip connects to the computer’s USB port and doesn’t require a control box or camera.
Google Calendar gets dedicated side panel for Gemini AI assistant

1 month ago | pcworld.com | Viktor Eriksson |Joel Lee

Google’s AI assistant Gemini has now started appearing as a dedicated sidebar in Google Calendar. The feature is still being tested in Workspace Labs and hasn’t yet been made available to all standard users. The new Gemini sidebar button appears in the horizontal menu above the calendar itself, between the Calendar/Tasks toggle and the Google Apps menu button.