Google Play named the 10 studios selected for its first Indie Games Fund in Africa, a $1 million commitment for sub-Saharan developers. Each studio gets non-dilutive funding plus mentorship from Google Play specialists and technical support from Unity.
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Amazon unveiled its newest Alexa devices, led by a fully redesigned Echo Show 16 with a 16-inch full HD screen, customizable Screen Styles and Fire TV built in. The lineup also includes Echo Time for the nightstand, an Alexa Photo Frame and upgraded Echo Dot and Echo Studio speakers, and Amazon says customers now talk to Alexa two to three times more with Alexa+.
Google announced research on Genie 4, a world model for real-time interactive simulation that builds on the Gemini family. Users can steer scenes with natural language, such as moving the camera, changing the weather or adding characters, and each world generates native audio on the fly; Google calls simulating the world a crucial step toward AGI.
Some iPhone Duo owners reported bright white lines on the inner display within hours of unboxing their new foldables. Apple acknowledged an issue affecting 'a small number' of units and says affected users should contact AppleCare for a replacement; the cause is unknown, though the hinge is suspected.
The FCC approved Amazon Leo's $11.5 billion acquisition of mobile-satellite operator Globalstar. The deal is meant to let Leo offer direct-to-device service, and the regulator said it should improve data coverage in underserved areas.
