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Google DeepMind has detailed Magic Pointer, an AI feature that interprets visual and semantic context around cursor position to enable natural language interactions. The capability is rolling out to Gemini in Chrome and includes two public demos in AI Studio for image editing and map search.

X is rolling out an updated in-app photo editor that integrates Grok to enable text-based image edits alongside traditional tools like blur, text overlay, and drawing. The feature brings X's editing capabilities closer to Google Photos' conversational editing.

Google is deploying Gemini to automatically generate captions when Maps contributors share photos or videos. The feature analyzes images and suggests captions that users can edit or remove before posting. Captions are now live in English on iOS in the U.S., with global and Android expansion planned.

Google is rolling out AI Inbox in Gmail to AI Ultra subscribers ($249.99/month) following its January announcement. The feature uses Gemini 3 to automatically surface actionable tasks and topics, replacing the need to manually scan message lists.

Microsoft announced Friday it will reduce Copilot AI integrations across Windows 11, removing the assistant from Photos, Widgets, Notepad, and Snipping Tool. The move reflects what the company calls a shift toward integrating AI "where it's most meaningful" and comes amid growing consumer skepticism about AI features.

Google has expanded Personal Intelligence, its hyper-personalized Gemini mode, from $20/month subscribers to all users. The feature integrates data from Gmail, Search history, Google Photos, and other Google services to provide contextual assistance, though it remains entirely opt-in.

Facebook Marketplace is rolling out Meta AI features that automatically draft replies to buyer inquiries and generate item listings from photos. Sellers can also now offer shipping on listings and view buyer profile summaries with activity history.