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Enabot Reveals EBO Max AI Home Robot With 4K Camera and Smart Automation | Invision Game Community
Enabot has unveiled the EBO Max, an AI-powered home companion robot featuring a 4K camera and smart automation capabilities. The device utilizes multimodal perception and long-term memory for dynamic interaction and environmental awareness. Available for pre-order, the EBO Max aims to provide advanced home monitoring, assistance, and family interaction beyond traditional smart devices.
AMD could be readying up Multi-Frame Generation, even though the AI tool's absence is arguably a Radeon selling…
AMD appears to be developing its own Multi-Frame Generation technology, potentially indicated by new additions to its ADLX FidelityFX SDK. This move could bring AMD's graphics cards in line with Nvidia's AI-driven frame generation, though some PC gamers express concern about potential latency and the use of AI in generating frames.
Google brings Gemini in Chrome to users in Asia and the Pacific
Google is expanding the availability of its AI chatbot, Gemini, within the Chrome browser to users across Asia and the Pacific, including countries like Australia, Japan, and South Korea. The feature, previously launched in the US, is accessible on desktop Chrome and mobile apps for iPhone and iPad, with Japan being an exception for iOS availability at this time.
Report claims the global CPU shortage is 'more acute for processors than memory' as industry waits for…
A report indicates that the global CPU shortage is more severe than the memory shortage, with certain AMD and Intel processors being effectively unavailable. Analysts warn that consumer demand for PCs and components may decrease in 2026 due to rising prices, though some expect the CPU shortage to impact the market most significantly in the April-June quarter. The demand for AI servers is also contributing to component shortages.
Rally Point: Genre-crushing choose-your-own strategy Heart of the Machine might be peak Arcen
Heart of the Machine is a genre-defying strategy game from Arcen Games that encourages player choice and experimentation without the paralyzing stakes of some other titles. The game allows players to embody a sentient machine, making decisions that lead to emergent gameplay and philosophical reflection. Despite its complex systems, it remains accessible and humorous, offering a unique experience that might be Arcen's best work yet.
Morning Safety Dance
Google Chrome is reportedly lacking defenses against browser fingerprinting, a privacy concern. Separately, Raspberry Pi OS is implementing a new security measure that has drawn user criticism, and AI-powered 'nudify' applications are being offered.
Apple and Google are reportedly pointing users to nudify apps
Apple and Google are reportedly continuing to promote "nudify" apps on their respective app stores, despite policies against such content. These apps, which can create explicit images of real people, have generated significant revenue and downloads, with some even rated for children. Both companies claim to be taking action, but a report suggests they are actively directing users to these problematic applications.
With DLSS 5, Nvidia look to rewrite the truth before our eyes
Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology, which generates 100% of the on-screen image using AI, is analyzed for its potential impact on video games. While presented as a performance enhancer, concerns are raised about its aesthetic control, hardware demands, and Nvidia's increasing influence over game rendering, potentially shifting it from an optional feature to a default standard.
Sunday Postmortems/Retrospectives
Lionhead Studios' 1997 game Black & White is being celebrated for its innovative and unconventional game design, which is seen as a precursor to modern AI implementation in video games. The article reflects on the unique development process and lasting impact of the title.
REPLACED release countdown: Exact date and time
The 2.5D action-adventure game REPLACED, developed by Sad Cat Studios, is set to launch on April 14th for PC and Xbox. The game features an AI protagonist in a post-nuclear alternate 1980s setting, with gameplay focusing on platforming, combat, and uncovering secrets. A demo is available on Steam.
Framework: 'There is a very real scenario in which personal computing as we know it is dead'
Framework founder Nirav Patel believes personal computing as we know it is at risk due to rising component costs and the shift towards an AI-first world. He suggests the industry is broken and that Framework was founded to fix it. The company is hosting a "Next Gen" event on April 21 to unveil new products.
Google bakes NotebookLM, its research tool, into Gemini
Google has fully integrated its AI-powered research tool, NotebookLM, into the Gemini app. Users can now create notebooks directly within the Gemini chatbot, using sources like PDFs, documents, and URLs to generate searchable repositories of information. The integration is rolling out this week for Gemini Advanced subscribers, with wider availability planned for mobile and free users in the coming weeks.
Rumor Mill
A rumor suggests that Valve is developing a new AI tool called SteamGPT to assist with Steam customer support. The tool is reportedly being built to handle user inquiries and issues more efficiently.
71% of you say you could never be convinced to turn on DLSS 5, with 37% saying it wouldn't matter how good it…
A poll of PC Gamer readers revealed that 71% would not be convinced to enable DLSS 5, with 37% ethically opposed to the technology regardless of its visual quality. While 10% are ready to adopt it, another 10% will enable it if games look significantly better than current promotional material suggests.
Spotify's Prompted Playlist feature now works for podcasts
Spotify's AI-powered Prompted Playlist feature, previously available for music, has now been expanded to include podcasts. Users can generate podcast playlists using natural language prompts, with the algorithm considering listening history and current events. This feature aims to help users discover new shows and creators by recommending older episodes.
Framework says stabilising memory prices are a 'temporary reprieve' and there are more cost increases to come…
Framework CEO Nirav Patel warns that recent stabilizations in memory prices are a temporary reprieve, with further cost increases expected through 2026. While some DDR5 prices remain unchanged for now, Framework is already seeing higher costs for SSDs and LPDDR5x, necessitating price adjustments on certain configurations. The company notes that the AI industry's demand significantly influences memory market volatility.
AI Yi-Yi!
Nvidia has developed AI technology that reportedly reduces VRAM usage by 85% without any loss in quality. Concurrently, AMD has released support for its Gemma 4 model across its GPU and CPU lineup, while Anthropic has also made changes to its AI model access.
Anichess $CHECK Token Debuts on Coinbase with Gambit Mode Rewards
The $CHECK token, primary to the Anichess platform developed by Animoca Brands and Chess.com, has debuted on Coinbase, leading to a 60% price surge. Anichess also launched its Gambit Mode, offering 250,000 CHECK in weekly prizes to incentivize competitive play and token utility.
Turtle Beach Reveals New Rosalina and Koopa Troop Peripherals for the Nintendo Switch
Turtle Beach has revealed new peripherals for the Nintendo Switch, including designs inspired by Rosalina and Koopa Troop. The article also features a discussion among commenters about the implications of AI in gaming, particularly concerning features like DLSS and ray tracing, with concerns raised about artistic intent and potential monetization schemes.
Trolling Indian Scammers - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Scammer Destroyer is an interactive comedy simulation game where players role-play as someone receiving a scam call. The objective is to waste the scammer's time, troll them, and make them rage quit through text-based conversations powered by AI. The game features dynamic AI responses, quick response buttons, and a rage meter to track the scammer's frustration.
