One advantage of owning a portable gaming device such as the Steam Deck, ROG Ally, or Legion Go is that it can serve as an affordable alternative to pricier gaming laptops.
On modern versions of Windows 11, the Microsoft Paint application has undergone a major upgrade over recent years, evolving from a seldom-used tool to one capable of handling multiple editing tasks that were once exclusive to sophisticated programs such as Adobe Photoshop. This transformation is largely due to the inclusion of AI-enhanced features.
Thanks to the latest update on my Xbox console, I can now forge friendships! This isn’t just about making new connections; it’s about establishing a mutual bond through the sending and accepting of friend requests. Those already in my Xbox friends list will continue to be there with this update, and following someone is similar to following them on Twitter or other platforms – you’ll simply keep abreast of any content they decide to post. Here’s how it all goes:
Despite being quite old, Microsoft Paint still gets fresh updates, such as the recent addition of generative fill and generative erase for Windows Insiders. It’s intriguing to see advanced AI features incorporated into what feels like an antique application. However, not all news about Paint is positive. In the latest version (11.2410.28.0), a new feature has been introduced that has stirred some controversy. This update also includes an option in the Windows 11 context menu to edit using Paint.
Over the last few months, I’ve been closely following the ongoing legal battles between tech giants like OpenAI and Microsoft. Content creators, including authors and publishers, have pointed out instances where AI tools such as ChatGPT (from OpenAI), Copilot (Microsoft), and Claude (Anthropic) have utilized copyrighted materials without proper consent, acknowledgement, or remuneration. To give you an example, eight news publishers lodged a copyright infringement lawsuit against both Microsoft and OpenAI back in May this year.
Since Nintendo filed a lawsuit against Pocketpair over alleged copyright violations in the widely played Xbox Game Pass game Palworld, there’s been lots of discussion in the industry about the specific patents at issue. Now that it’s been confirmed this case isn’t about character designs, people are curious about what exactly Nintendo is aiming to protect. Today, Pocketpair revealed the exact game mechanics that Nintendo claims violate its patents. Interestingly, these patents were submitted only after Palworld was released on January 19th. Nintendo is demanding 5 million yen in damages, plus late fees for both Nintendo and the Pokemon Company, totaling 10 million yen or approximately $65,548 US dollars.