Anker introduced the Nano Universal Charger, a compact wall charger built to work across more than 200 countries and regions using integrated US, UK and EU plug configurations. The device charges up to four gadgets simultaneously via three USB-C ports and one USB-A port, delivers up to 100W to a single laptop, and includes a circular display showing temperature and voltage readings. Anker has not disclosed pricing or a release timeline.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-03
Google introduced Google Pics, an AI-powered image creation and editing tool built on its Nano Banana model, rolling out to Workspace business customers and Google AI Pro/Ultra subscribers. Rather than offering design templates or a creator marketplace like Canva, the tool lets users generate and edit visuals like posters and social posts through text prompts, with features for object isolation, text editing, and collaborative multi-version generation. It launches first inside Docs and Slides, with Drive integration to follow.
techcrunch.com
· 2026-09-01
Google has begun distributing its Pics image editor to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, along with Business and Enterprise Workspace plan customers and AI Pro for Education users. The app, built on Google's Nano Banana image generator, lets users generate images from text prompts, edit individual objects, translate embedded text across 29 languages, and upscale images to 2K or 4K resolution.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-01
Google introduced Google Pics, a new design tool for Workspace users that combines Gemini with its Nano Banana image model to generate and edit 'professional-grade' visuals. It launches as both a standalone app and an integration inside Docs and Slides, with Drive support coming soon, letting users select objects or text within images and edit them via prompts.
theverge.com
· 2026-09-01
Google has made Dreambeans, an AI-powered app that mines Gmail, Calendar, Photos, YouTube and search history for personalized suggestions, available to free Google Account holders in the US after previously charging for it. The app uses Google's Personal Intelligence feature to generate a limited daily set of 10 to 14 story-like recommendations, each illustrated with AI-generated artwork rather than stock photos, and includes a chat tool for follow-up questions and feedback controls to refine future suggestions.
tech.slashdot.org
· 2026-08-30
Google has quietly updated its developer documentation to reveal that just seven Android phones currently support Gemini Nano 4: the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 8, Z Fold 8, and Z Fold 8 Ultra. These are the only devices officially equipped to run Google's latest on-device Gemini Intelligence features.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-08-28
Astropad has released version 4.0 of its Rock Paper Pencil accessory, which pairs a reusable nano-texture screen protector with custom Apple Pencil tips. The update adds a new graphite tip modeled on a 2B pencil alongside the existing steel ballpoint tip, giving users two distinct writing and drawing feels in one $49.99 kit shipping worldwide now.
9to5mac.com
· 2026-08-26
Apple has launched an updated version of its Polishing Cloth on its online store, with U.S. pricing dropping to $9 from the previous $19. It's still unclear whether the new cloth differs in size or material beyond the price change, but Apple says it remains a soft, nonabrasive cloth safe for all Apple displays, including nano-texture screens.
macrumors.com
· 2026-08-25
Vitamix debuted the Nano, a 1,000-watt personal blender that comes with two 20-ounce cups designed to fit car cup holders. The device features SmoothiePilot, a machine-learning program that automatically picks blending speed and time, alongside a manual variable-speed option. It's priced at $200, available now on Vitamix.com and through retailers like Amazon, backed by a three-year warranty.
cnet.com
· 2026-08-24
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