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Google has expanded the Gemini overlay plus menu on Android to include six tools: Videos, Music, Canvas, and Guided Learning join the existing Images and Personal Intelligence options. The update, rolling out in Google app version 17.32, allows users to access most Gemini features from anywhere on Android without opening the full app.

Mistral AI has released a major update to Le Chat, adding a Deep Research agent that generates structured research reports, a new voice input model called Voxtral, and Projects for organizing conversations. The update also includes multilingual reasoning powered by Mistral's Magistral model.

GitHub has updated Copilot CLI to reduce unnecessary handoffs between AI models. The improvement delivers faster command execution through better orchestration logic, implemented without adding new user configuration options.

Cline, the AI-powered coding assistant, released v3.89.0 with support for Claude Fable 5 model integration. The update also fixes MiniMax M3 thinking controls across gateways and cleans up the Codex model list.

Google is rolling out Gemini for Home version 4.18, adding hourly weather forecasts with improved temperature accuracy, natural language controls for streaming movies and TV shows, and conversational news briefings across Nest devices. The update focuses on making smart display interactions more detailed and conversational.

OpenAI has released Lockdown Mode, an optional security setting that protects against prompt injection attacks by limiting network requests and image fetching in ChatGPT. The feature is designed for users handling sensitive data and disables some ChatGPT capabilities including Deep Research and Agent Mode.

OpenAI is rolling out a new memory architecture for ChatGPT that automatically synthesizes information across conversations without explicit user prompts. The company announced free tier users will access memory features for the first time, while Plus and Pro users receive expanded memory capacity.

OpenAI is rolling out an upgraded memory system for ChatGPT that synthesizes context more efficiently across conversations. The company reduced compute requirements by approximately 5x, enabling it to offer the memory feature to free users for the first time while doubling storage capacity for Plus and Pro subscribers.

Perplexity announced that its Computer agentic system will gain hybrid inference in July 2026, automatically splitting tasks between local models for sensitive data and cloud-based frontier models for complex operations. The feature aims to balance privacy with computational power without requiring manual model selection.

Microsoft has rolled out a visual overhaul for Copilot in Microsoft 365, replacing the colorful interface with a predominantly black-and-white, text-forward design. The redesign, aimed at making the AI assistant feel "present but not imposing," includes a new adaptive prompt surface and consistent side panel placement across Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Meta is rolling out document upload support to Meta AI in WhatsApp for iOS beta users, according to WABetaInfo. The feature, already available to Android beta testers, allows users to share PDFs and spreadsheets directly from the in-chat attachment menu instead of relying on screenshots.

OpenAI has integrated ChatGPT into Microsoft PowerPoint, allowing users to generate and edit presentation slides using natural language prompts. The feature is available in public beta to both free tier users and ChatGPT Business subscribers.

GitHub has made remote control for Copilot sessions generally available on github.com and GitHub Mobile. The feature allows developers to start a coding session in VS Code or the command line and continue it from any device, including smartphones.

GitHub has launched remote control capabilities for Copilot sessions, now generally available on github.com and GitHub Mobile. Developers can initiate coding sessions in VS Code or the command line and continue them on mobile devices.

Google is rolling out a new "Thinking level" option in the Gemini app, allowing users to toggle between Standard and Extended modes when using Gemini 3 Flash or Gemini 3.1 Pro. The app is also preparing integrations with Canva, Instacart, and OpenTable, expanding beyond its current third-party connections.

Google is preparing to launch Gemini Spark, an autonomous AI agent that will operate within the Gemini mobile app. According to code found in Google app beta version 17.23, Spark can access connected apps, personal data, and location to execute tasks like managing inboxes and scheduling meetings, though Google warns it may occasionally act without permission.

Google has updated Gemini for Home to remove content filters that previously blocked adult users from accessing cocktail recipes. The update also adds faster alarm setting, personalized security camera searches, and thumbs-up/down feedback buttons on smart displays.

Google is rolling out an update to the Gemini overlay on Android that adds a circle selection tool for precise screen content queries. The feature, available in Google app version 17.20, lets users circle any on-screen element and include it as an image in their Gemini prompt.

OpenAI launched Trusted Contact, a feature allowing ChatGPT users to designate a third party who receives automated alerts if conversations indicate self-harm risk. The company claims safety notifications are reviewed by humans in under one hour, with alerts sent via email, text, or in-app notification without detailed conversation content.

Anthropic has released three new capabilities for Claude Managed Agents: dreaming (research preview) for pattern recognition and self-improvement, outcomes for defining success criteria with automated evaluation, and multiagent orchestration for delegating tasks to specialist agents.

Google is testing a major upgrade to Gemini Agent, internally called "Remy," that can autonomously take actions on users' behalf including making purchases, sharing documents, and communicating with others. The experimental feature, available to Google AI Ultra subscribers, will monitor user preferences and handle complex tasks proactively across connected apps.

Google Docs now allows users to set persistent instructions for Gemini that apply across all documents. The feature, available to Google AI Plus subscribers in the US, supports up to 1,000 active instructions per account for controlling tone, style, and formatting.

OpenAI added a /pet feature to its Codex Mac app that displays animated companion creatures in the interface. Users can choose from preset options or create custom pets that provide status updates while Codex runs in the background.

Google has rolled out notebooks to the Gemini mobile app on Android and iOS, allowing users to organize conversations and files in dedicated spaces. The feature syncs with NotebookLM and supports between 50 and 600 sources per notebook depending on subscription tier.

OpenAI's ChatGPT Images 2.0 has added UI design analysis capabilities, allowing it to review interface designs, flag specific issues, and generate redesigned mockups. The feature is available to ChatGPT Plus subscribers at $20/month and represents an expansion beyond pure image generation into design review.

Google is rolling out direct file generation to all Gemini users worldwide. The chatbot can now export outputs in 11 formats including Microsoft Word, Excel, PDF, LaTeX, and Google Workspace formats directly from the prompt bar.

Google's Gemini for Home voice assistant now executes smart home commands up to 1.5 seconds faster for lights and plugs, the company announced. The update also brings near-instant processing for alarms, timers, and reminders, currently available for English, French, and Spanish users.

Perplexity rolled out native iPadOS support for its Comet AI browser on April 28, 2026. The update adds multiple window support and Split View multitasking, allowing users to run Comet alongside other iPad apps.

Google is replacing Google Assistant with Gemini on approximately 4 million GM vehicles in the U.S. running Android Automotive. The rollout begins with model year 2022 and newer Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles.

Anthropic has expanded Claude's connector system with 16 new service integrations, bringing the total to over 200 partners. The additions include Uber, Instacart, Audible, Booking.com, and Spotify, with the company emphasizing no paid placements or sponsored answers.

Microsoft is rolling out Agent Mode as the default Copilot experience in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint this week for all Microsoft 365 Copilot and Premium subscribers. The feature, previously called 'vibe working,' allows the AI to execute multi-step edits directly in documents with real-time visibility into each action.

OpenAI is replacing Custom GPTs with workspace agents, Codex-powered tools designed for team collaboration that can handle complex tasks and long-running workflows. The feature launches today as a research preview for ChatGPT Business, Enterprise, Edu, and Teachers plans.

Anthropic updated its pricing page on April 22, 2026, removing Claude Code from the $20/month Pro plan and restricting it to $100-200/month Max plans. The company reversed the change within hours after significant backlash across Reddit, Hacker News, and Twitter.

GitHub has announced changes to its Copilot Individual subscription plans, citing the need for reliability and predictability for existing customers. The company has not yet disclosed specific details about pricing adjustments, feature modifications, or implementation timelines.

Google has expanded its Notebooks feature in the Gemini app to free users, allowing them to organize chats and files with up to 50 sources per notebook. The feature, which integrates with NotebookLM, was previously available only to Google AI subscribers.

Cline, the AI coding assistant, released version 3.79.0 on April 16, 2025, adding support for Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.7 model and Azure Blob Storage as a storage provider. The update also patches an action injection security vulnerability and fixes cache reflection issues.

Google has integrated its Nano Banana image generation system with Gemini's Personal Intelligence feature, enabling the AI to create images informed by user data from Gmail, Photos, Calendar, Drive, and other Google apps. The feature rolls out to Plus, Pro, and Ultra subscribers in the US first, with Europe excluded from the initial launch.

Google Home's April 2026 update addresses Gemini voice assistant reliability issues. The update improves speech detection to reduce mid-sentence interruptions, speeds up responses to simple queries, and enhances music playlist recognition even when names are misspoken or in noisy environments.

Anthropic has launched Ultraplan, a new feature for Claude Code that offloads programming task planning to the cloud. The feature enables developers to initiate planning jobs from the terminal while the planning executes in the browser, supporting inline comments, emoji reactions, and revision requests on individual plan sections.

Google has redesigned AI Mode's prompt interface with a bottom sheet layout on mobile and expanded its agentic restaurant booking feature to 8 new markets including the UK, Canada, and Australia. The update rolls out to stable channel on Android and iOS.

Microsoft has begun removing Copilot branding and buttons from Windows 11 applications including Notepad and Snipping Tool, replacing them with generic icons like a pen symbol. The underlying AI-powered features remain functional but are now labeled as "writing tools" rather than Copilot. This follows user complaints about forced Copilot integration and inconsistent experiences across apps.

Microsoft is removing Copilot buttons from Windows 11 apps including Notepad, Snipping Tool, Photos, and Widgets as part of a broader effort to reduce "unnecessary Copilot entry points." The underlying AI features remain intact, with Notepad's Copilot button replaced by a "writing tools" menu that retains the same AI-powered functionality.

OpenAI has introduced a $100 per month ChatGPT Pro plan positioned between its $20 Plus and $200 Pro tiers. The new tier offers 5x more Codex capacity than Plus and access to the same advanced tools as the $200 plan, with a limited-time promotional doubling of Codex allocation.

OpenAI has introduced a new $100 per month ChatGPT Pro subscription tier offering 5x more usage of its Codex coding tool than the $20 Plus plan. The tier directly competes with Anthropic's Claude Max subscription at the same price point and sits between the $20 Plus and $200 Pro tiers.

GitHub has integrated Copilot directly into its security assessment tools, enabling organization admins and security managers to request real-time explanations and guided remediation steps from detected secret risks and code vulnerabilities without leaving the assessment interface.

Anthropic has expanded Claude Cowork to all paid subscription tiers on macOS and Windows, adding organizational controls including role-based access, per-team budget limits, and usage analytics. A new Zoom connector integrates meeting summaries directly into Cowork, while admins can restrict connector actions like write access. Microsoft is testing an adapted version for Copilot.

Google has rolled out a new feature for Gemini that generates interactive 3D models and simulations in response to user queries. Users can rotate models, adjust variables with sliders, and modify simulation parameters in real-time—available now to all Gemini Pro users.

OpenAI's ChatGPT has integrated Tubi TV, the ad-supported streaming service, allowing users to search Tubi's catalog of over 300,000 movies and TV episodes directly through the AI. Tubi becomes the first streaming service to integrate with ChatGPT's app ecosystem, available across web, desktop, and mobile platforms.

Google Gemini can now generate interactive visualizations directly within the chat interface, allowing users to tweak variables, rotate 3D models, and explore data in real time. The feature activates through phrases like "show me" or "help me visualize" when using the Gemini Pro model. This follows Anthropic's Claude launch of similar interactive diagram capabilities in mid-March.

Anthropic has promoted Claude Cowork from research preview to general availability, adding six enterprise features including role-based access controls, group spend limits, and usage analytics. The company simultaneously launched Claude Managed Agents in public beta—a composable API suite for building and deploying cloud-hosted agents without custom infrastructure work.