Gemini to Receive Enhancements with New Audio Overview and Canvas Features

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Google has announced the rollout of two exciting new artificial intelligence (AI) features for Gemini, enhancing the platform’s capabilities for both free and Gemini Advanced subscribers. The first new feature, called Canvas, offers an interactive space where users can collaborate directly with AI on a variety of tasks, including document creation and coding. This feature aims to bridge the gap between human creativity and AI efficiency, allowing users to generate drafts, make edits, and refine their work through AI assistance. The second new addition, Audio Overview, is a feature that was previously exclusive to Google’s NotebookLM but is now making its way to Gemini. This tool lets users transform documents, slides, and Deep Research reports into an engaging, podcast-style audio discussion, making it easier to digest complex content.

Both features are being introduced as part of Gemini’s ongoing evolution, following the introduction of Deep Research—a tool designed to generate detailed reports on complex topics—and exclusive lockscreen widgets for iOS users. The addition of Canvas and Audio Overview comes as part of a broader strategy to enrich user experience by offering new, intuitive ways to interact with AI. These new functionalities will be available across both the web and mobile versions of Gemini, allowing users to access them seamlessly across devices.

Canvas allows users to add documents or lines of code into a dedicated workspace within the Gemini interface. By clicking on the newly introduced Canvas button next to the Deep Research option, users can start working on a project where the AI generates a first draft based on the user’s prompt. From there, users can collaborate with the AI, editing the draft and refining the output to their liking. This feature is designed to facilitate a more hands-on, creative process where human expertise and AI capabilities complement each other, making it ideal for projects that require a mix of creativity and technical input.

On the other hand, Audio Overview offers an innovative way to engage with written content. This feature takes documents, presentations, and reports and transforms them into a podcast-like audio experience. Users can simply input a document or presentation, and Gemini will generate an engaging, narrated summary, making it easier for people to absorb the content in an auditory format. This feature is especially useful for users on the go who prefer listening to content instead of reading, offering a more flexible and interactive way to consume information. With these additions, Gemini is further positioning itself as a powerful AI tool for both personal and professional use.

Huawei Unveils Pura X Foldable Phone with 6.3-Inch 16:10 Inner Display: Price and Specs Revealed

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Huawei has launched the Pura X, its latest foldable phone that introduces a fresh and unique design to the foldable smartphone market. The Pura X features a clamshell foldable form factor and is equipped with a 6.3-inch inner OLED screen, offering a 16:10 aspect ratio—marking the widest inner display on any clamshell foldable phone. In addition to the large inner screen, the device is also equipped with a 3.5-inch external display, making it versatile for different user needs. The Huawei Pura X runs on HarmonyOS 5.0.1 and boasts impressive specifications, including up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage. Powering the device is a 4,720mAh battery that supports 66W wired charging and 40W wireless charging, ensuring fast and efficient charging times.

The pricing of the Huawei Pura X varies based on the storage configuration, with the base variant (12GB RAM + 256GB storage) priced at CNY 7,499 (approximately Rs. 89,000). A higher-end version with 12GB RAM and 512GB of storage is priced at CNY 7,999 (around Rs. 95,000). The phone is available in a range of colors, including Moon Shadow Gray, Magic Night Black, Stylish Red, Stylish Green, and Zero White, giving consumers several stylish options to choose from. Currently, the device is available for pre-booking in China, with shipments expected to begin on March 21.

In addition to the standard version, Huawei is offering a Collector’s Edition of the Pura X. This premium variant comes with a distinctive tri-color back cover design and includes a satellite communication feature. The Collector’s Edition is priced higher, with the 16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant retailing at CNY 8,999 (around Rs. 1,08,000) and the 16GB RAM + 1TB storage model available for CNY 9,999 (approximately Rs. 1,19,000). This edition is designed for consumers looking for a more exclusive experience with additional features.

The Huawei Pura X is equipped with high-end display technology. Its 6.3-inch OLED LTPO 2.0 internal display offers a resolution of 1,320 x 2,120 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and the aforementioned 16:10 aspect ratio, which makes it ideal for viewing content with more screen real estate than typical flip phones. The external 3.5-inch display offers a resolution of 980 x 980 pixels and a 120Hz LTPO 2.0 adaptive refresh rate, ensuring smooth performance on both screens. Additionally, both displays are equipped with 1440Hz high-frequency PWM dimming for better visual comfort and up to a 300 Hz touch sampling rate. While the specific chipset powering the device has yet to be disclosed, rumors suggest it could be a variant of Huawei’s Kirin 9010 chipset.

Hazelight Studios’ Split Fiction Developer Is Already Working on Its Next Game, Director Reveals

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Hazelight Studios, the developer behind Split Fiction, has already begun work on its next game, just weeks after the successful launch of their latest co-op adventure. The studio, based in Stockholm, has revealed that the development process is still in its early stages. In a recent interview, director Josef Fares shared his excitement about the future project, emphasizing that the team is “fully focused” on what lies ahead, despite the fresh success of Split Fiction. He expressed eagerness to dive into the next creative challenge, even though details about the project remain under wraps for now.

In an interview on the Friends Per Second podcast, Fares discussed the team’s happiness with the launch of Split Fiction. He acknowledged the positive reception of the game, but quickly shifted focus to the future. “For me, personally, every time a game is out, I’m kind of done with it,” Fares remarked. “I’m always thinking, ‘Okay, now it’s time for the next thing.'” While the team is proud of their latest success, Fares revealed that he is already thinking ahead, saying that the upcoming project is already underway. Though he couldn’t share specifics, Fares hinted that co-op gameplay, a hallmark of Hazelight’s past titles, would remain integral to the studio’s future work.

Fares was careful not to reveal too much about the new project, noting that it is still in its infancy. However, he did offer a glimpse into the development timeline, explaining that the studio typically works on games for three to four years before releasing them to the public. This means that Hazelight’s next title could be just a few years away from being unveiled, but for now, the team is keeping quiet about the specifics. The director’s enthusiasm for the project was evident, though, as he expressed the studio’s collective excitement despite the lack of details.

The work on Hazelight’s next game began approximately a month ago, just weeks before the launch of Split Fiction. Although it’s early days, the studio is already laying the groundwork for what could be another groundbreaking project in the realm of cooperative gaming. Hazelight’s commitment to creating innovative and emotionally engaging co-op experiences appears to be stronger than ever, with the team looking forward to what the future holds, even if the game’s name and concept remain a mystery for now.