What if your coding assistant could not only understand your tasks but also adapt to them with precision, like a skilled teammate? In this overview, World of AI explores how the latest Gemini CLI v0.23 update is redefining what’s possible with AI-powered coding. At the heart of this release is the new “Agent Skills” feature, […]
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As technology continues to advance, the tools available to Mac users are becoming increasingly sophisticated. In 2026, a range of innovative apps which are designed to enhance productivity, simplify daily tasks, and improve your overall Mac experience. Whether you’re a professional managing complex projects or a casual user seeking efficiency, these ten apps can significantly […]
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Disney+ will add vertical videos to its service in the US sometime this year, in hopes that they can entice viewers to engage with its app every day. The company has made the announcement at its Tech + Data Showcase event at CES 2026. Disney first dabbled in vertical content with Verts, which launched for the ESPN app in August 2025, giving it the insight it needed on how its users respond to the video format.
Erin Teague, Disney Entertainment’s EVP of Product Management, told Deadline that the company will use the format for all kinds of content. The service isn’t just planning to use it as a vehicle for movie and series teasers, but also for original short-form programming. She didn’t say what kinds of original programming Disney+ will be adding as vertical videos to its app, but vertical micro-dramas have become incredibly popular over the past year.
“We’re obviously thinking about integrating vertical video in ways that are native to core user behaviors,” Teague said. “So, it won’t be a kind of a disjointed, random experience.” The company is targeting Gen Z and Gen Alpha users, in particular, since they’re not inclined to sit and watch long-form content on their phones for hours. Disney said in a statement that the experience will “evolve as it expands across news and entertainment” and will be personalized for users, with making the service “a must-visit daily destination” as its goal. After all, if a user is already in the app, they’re more likely to explore and watch the service’s programming.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/disney-is-launching-vertical-videos-this-year-120000776.html?src=rssWhat if you could turn scattered notes, dense research, and endless PDFs into a single, cohesive resource that works like an extension of your own mind? Teacher’s Tech takes a closer look at how Google’s NotebookLM, powered by the innovative Gemini 3 model, is redefining the way we interact with information. Imagine effortlessly organizing everything […]
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At CES 2026, Samsung introduced a significant advancement in foldable smartphone technology: a nearly crease-free OLED panel. This innovation addresses one of the most persistent challenges in foldable devices—visible screen creases—while setting a new benchmark for durability and design. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is expected to be the first device to feature this innovative […]
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What if you could create powerful, AI-driven applications without writing a single line of code, all while keeping your data secure and fully under your control? Below, Better Stack breaks down how Dify, an open source platform, is reshaping the development of large language model (LLM) applications. With its intuitive drag-and-drop interface and self-hosting capabilities, […]
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Remember watching sci-fi movies as a kid and dreaming about the day you’d have your own holographic assistant? Well, that future just arrived, and it’s cuter than we ever imagined. Razer unveiled Project AVA at CES 2026, and honestly, it’s giving us all the futuristic vibes we didn’t know we needed.
Picture this: a sleek cylindrical device sitting on your desk, projecting a 5.5-inch animated 3D hologram that actually talks to you, learns your habits, and becomes your daily companion. It sounds like something straight out of a Black Mirror episode, but in the best possible way.
Designer: Razer
What makes Project AVA so fascinating isn’t just the holographic technology itself (though let’s be real, that’s pretty spectacular). It’s how Razer has reimagined what AI companionship could look like in our physical spaces. Unlike Siri hiding in your phone or Alexa trapped in a speaker, AVA exists as a visible presence on your desk. She has facial expressions, tracks eye movement, and her lips actually sync when she talks. It’s the kind of detail that transforms a gadget into something that feels surprisingly alive.
The personality customization is where things get really interesting. You can choose from different avatars, each with their own distinct personality. There’s Kira, an anime-style character perfect for gaming enthusiasts. There’s Zane for those wanting a more professional vibe. And then, in what might be the most genius collaboration ever, there’s an avatar modeled after League of Legends legend Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok, plus characters from Sword Art Online. Razer clearly understands its audience, and they’re leaning hard into gaming and anime culture in the best way possible.
But here’s what really sets AVA apart: she’s powered by xAI’s Grok engine, which gives her some seriously sophisticated AI capabilities. This isn’t just a voice assistant that sets timers and plays music. AVA learns from your interactions and evolves her personality based on how you communicate with her. She can help organize your schedule, brainstorm creative projects, analyze data, and even provide real-time gaming coaching by actually watching your screen and offering strategic advice.
The gaming features deserve special attention because they’re genuinely innovative. Through what Razer calls “PC Vision Mode,” AVA can analyze your gameplay in real-time and offer coaching tips. Before you worry, Razer has been clear that AVA is designed as a coach and trainer, not an automated playing tool, so she won’t get you banned from competitive games. She’s more like having a knowledgeable friend watching over your shoulder, offering helpful suggestions.
From a design perspective, the cylindrical unit houses impressive tech: dual far-field microphones, an HD camera with ambient light sensors, and of course, Razer’s signature Chroma RGB lighting because aesthetics matter. The device connects to your Windows PC via USB-C, ensuring the high-bandwidth data transfer needed for those real-time features to work smoothly.
What’s particularly clever about Project AVA is how it addresses something we’ve all experienced with traditional AI assistants: the disconnect. When you’re talking to a voice in a speaker, it feels transactional. But when there’s a holographic character making eye contact and responding with facial expressions, the interaction becomes more engaging and, dare I say, more human.
Razer is calling AVA a “Friend for Life,” which might sound like marketing hyperbole, but it hints at something bigger happening in tech culture. We’re moving beyond thinking about AI as tools and starting to explore how they might serve as companions in our daily lives. It’s a fascinating cultural shift that raises interesting questions about how we’ll interact with technology in the coming years.
For anyone interested in being part of this next wave of AI innovation, reservations are open now for a $20 deposit, with the device expected to launch in late 2026. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a collector of innovative gadgets, or just someone who’s always wanted their own holographic companion, Project AVA represents something genuinely new in the consumer tech space.
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Apple’s iPhone Air 2, the highly anticipated successor to the original iPhone Air, is reportedly delayed until spring 2027. This delay marks a notable shift from earlier projections of a 2026 release and reflects Apple’s strategic reassessment of the iPhone Air concept. The original iPhone Air faced widespread criticism for its compromises in design, functionality, […]
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What if your home could prepare your dinner, your health monitor could predict potential risks, and your office assistant could operate without a screen? These aren’t distant sci-fi dreams, they’re the tangible innovations unveiled at CES 2026. In this guide, The AI Grid explains how the most stunning AI announcements from the event are not […]
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For years, we’ve been wondering when Samsung would actually bring Ballie, its cute household companion robot, to market and now we finally have our answer: it won’t. After the planned summer 2025 release window came and went, the company has opted not to release the gizmo as a consumer product, at least not for the foreseeable future.
According to Bloomberg, Samsung has "indefinitely shelved" the robot. A spokesperson told the publication that the company will keep Ballie around as an "active innovation platform" internally. "After multiple years of real-world testing, it continues to inform how Samsung designs spatially aware, context-driven experiences, particularly in areas like smart home intelligence, ambient AI and privacy-by-design," the spokesperson added.
There’s a sliver of a chance that Samsung will eventually bring Ballie to market, but that seems unlikely as things stand. So, six years after we first clapped eyes on the robot at CES 2020, (and two years after a redesigned larger version debuted), it appears to be doomed as a consumer device.
It’s a bit of a shame, as Ballie seemed like a fun gadget. In fairness to Samsung, companies are now likely having to be more judicious about what products — especially more experimental ones — go into full production amid rising costs of things like RAM.
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