Toy Story 5 will be the first Woody-Buzz CGI fable in the film series, where I’ll take a pass. I don’t need to see comedy ensue as the iconic characters run headfirst into the hard reality of tech and childhood.Pixar and Disney released the first full-length Toy Story 5 trailer on Thursday (February 19), delivering the clearest picture yet of what to expect from this once-groundbreaking but now aging franchise. The movie hits theaters on June 19.If you take issue with my use of the word “aging,” just take a look at Woody, the cowboy toy who now sports a…
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Researchers have discovered the first known Android malware to use generative AI in its execution flow, using Google’s Gemini model to adapt its persistence across different devices. In a report today, ESET researcher Lukas Stefanko explains how a new Android malware family named “PromptSpy” is abusing the Google Gemini AI model to help it achieve persistence on infected devices. “In February 2026, we uncovered two versions of a previously unknown Android malware family,” explains ESET. “The first version, which we named VNCSpy, appeared on VirusTotal on January 13th, 2026 and was represented by three samples uploaded from Hong Kong. On February 10th, 2026,…
Reddit is piloting a new AI-powered shopping experience that transforms its famously trusted community recommendations into shoppable product carousels — a move that could reshape how the platform monetizes its search traffic. What’s happening. A small group of U.S.-based users are seeing interactive product carousels appear in search results when their queries signal purchase intent — think “best noise-canceling headphones” or “top budget laptops.” The carousels sit at the bottom of search results and include pricing, images and direct retailer links. Products are surfaced from items actually mentioned in Reddit posts and comments — not just ad inventory. For consumer…
Sometimes, using a controller is the best way to play some games, which is why having one in your setup is vital. Of course, there are plenty of different options to choose from, but we think 8BitDo Pro 3 is a good way to go, especially with this recent discount that knocks nearly 30% off its usual retail price. A solid buy for less Credit: 8BitDo 8BitDo has been making gaming accessories for some time now, and its products just keep getting better and better. The brand is known for its retro aesthetic, and with these Pro 3 controllers, you’re getting…
Nearly 1 million user records have been compromised in a data breach at blockchain-powered lender Figure Technology Solutions. The company confirmed to TechCrunch that it suffered a data breach after an employee fell victim to a social engineering attack, saying the attackers obtained a limited number of files. The ShinyHunters hacker group took credit for the attack on Figure. On its Tor-based leak website the cybercrime group made available more than 2.4GB of archive files allegedly containing data stolen from the company. The data breach notification service Have I Been Pwned has analyzed the leaked data and identified roughly 967,000…
Over the past year, Google has significantly accelerated its investment in artificial intelligence and machine learning across its products and platforms. While most marketers are familiar with ChatGPT, Google has been advancing its own AI capabilities in parallel, including the relaunch of Bard as Gemini and the steady rollout of AI-assisted features across Google Play. For app marketers and ASO specialists, these developments are not abstract. They represent a fundamental shift in how apps are understood, categorized, and surfaced to users. Google Play is no longer relying primarily on keyword matching. Instead, it is moving toward a deeper, semantic understanding…
We’ve been talking about the Pixel-exclusive At a Glance widget receiving Finance and Sports information categories since early 2025 at the very least, and roughly a year later, it looks like the two categories are finally here. For reference, this does not pertain to the Google app’s At a Glance widget. This article talks about the Pixel Launcher’s At a Glance (SmartSpace) implementation that’s omnipresent on the lock and home screens. Related Pixel’s At a Glance widget could soon help to keep an eye on your finances And keep up with your favorite sports teams too The Pixel Launcher’s At…
Satellite integration is set to grow Terrestrial LoRaWAN networks cannot achieve complete geographic coverage. Yegin cited Swisscom’s nationwide Switzerland deployment, which covers 97.2% of the population but cannot reach remote alpine terrain. Two LoRa Alliance members, Lacuna Space and Plan-S, already operate commercial LoRaWAN services from low Earth orbit. Standard LoRaWAN end devices communicate with those satellites without modification. Target use cases include remote terrain monitoring, linear infrastructure such as oil pipelines and rail lines, open ocean tracking, and border security. European regulators approved satellite-to-low-power device communications in 2025. Additional non-terrestrial network announcements from Alliance members are expected to be…
Google has launched the Google AI Professional Certificate, a self-paced program covering data analysis, content creation, research, and vibe coding. Every participant receives three months of free access to Google AI Pro. Eligible U.S. small businesses can access the entire program at no cost through a separate application (more on eligibility below). The certificate is available now on Coursera, Google Skills, and Udemy. In the U.S. and Canada, the subscription costs $49 per month. What The Certificate Covers The program consists of seven modules, each of which can be completed in about an hour. No prior AI experience is required.…
TL;DR Google is rolling out Gemini 3.1 Pro as a preview. The upgraded model improves reasoning and problem-solving. There’s no date for when Gemini 3.1 Pro will be generally available, but Google says it will be “available soon.” Back in November 2025, Google released Gemini 3.0. Although it has only been three months since then, the tech giant is ready to roll out an update. Gemini 3.1 Pro is now coming out for consumers, developers, and business customers. Don’t want to miss the best from Android Authority? Google has announced that Gemini 3.1 Pro is rolling out in preview today.…