New features and launches in ChatGPT, Cursor, Perplexity and other AI tools, plus changes to pricing and availability.
OpenAI just supercharged ChatGPT Projects with support for Deep Research and Voice Mode. The update also improves project memory so it can pull context from past conversations, while mobile users can now upload files and switch models directly in the app.
Microsoft just rolled out Copilot Vision with Highlights for Windows 10 and 11 users in the US for free. Clicking the new glasses icon lets the AI see your selected app, talk through tasks in real time, and highlight exactly where to click next. It is opt-in, doesn't require Copilot Pro, and remains limited to US users for now.
Google just upgraded Gemini Code Assist with its flagship Gemini 2.5 models, boosting reasoning and code generation. Developers can now feed entire folders into chat via a 1M token context window, set project-wide rules, create custom shortcut commands, and switch between multiple saved chat sessions. Personal users can try it for free in VS Code or JetBrains IDEs.
NVIDIA and Stability AI just introduced TensorRT FP8 optimizations for Stable Diffusion 3.5, slashing Large model VRAM needs from over 18GB down to 11GB while boosting performance by up to 2.3x. Developers can also grab the new standalone TensorRT for RTX SDK with JIT compilation. This basically puts heavyweight image generation within reach for standard consumer RTX rigs.
Microsoft just added transcript-based video editing to Clipchamp, letting you cut footage simply by deleting words from an AI-generated transcript. It replaces the tedious timeline scrubbing for podcasts and meetings, automatically trimming the video when dialogue is removed. The feature is currently rolling out to work accounts first, with personal accounts coming soon.
The Browser Company just launched Dia, a new AI-first browser now in beta for existing Mac Arc users. Dia returns to a familiar Chrome-like layout but embeds an AI assistant directly into the sidebar that can read your open tabs, cookies, and browsing history. Why it matters: it bets that your browser should be your primary everyday AI companion.
Starbucks is piloting an AI virtual assistant called Green Dot Assist across 35 stores to support baristas in real time. Powered by Microsoft Azure's OpenAI platform, the in-store iPad tool answers recipe questions, troubleshoots espresso machines, and helps managers cover shifts. A wider rollout across the U.S. and Canada is planned for fiscal 2026.
Microsoft just rolled out an AI-powered search for browsing history in Edge Beta. It can find previously visited pages even if you use synonyms, vague phrases, or typos. Best of all, it runs entirely on an on-device model and your data never leaves the machine—sidestepping the privacy backlash seen with Recall.
Apple just launched the Foundation Models Framework at WWDC, giving third-party developers direct access to the on-device models behind Apple Intelligence. It supports offline tasks and tool calling with zero inference costs, with a public beta rolling out next month.
Apple just introduced visionOS 26 for Vision Pro, adding persistent spatial widgets and a generative AI algorithm that converts regular photos into interactive spatial scenes. The update also delivers sharper Personas with full side profiles, in-room shared experiences, and support for PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers. Developer betas are available now.
OpenAI just rolled out an upgrade to ChatGPT's Advanced Voice mode for paid subscribers, making spoken conversations sound remarkably human. The update brings subtler intonation, realistic pauses, and emotional nuances like sarcasm and empathy, plus a hands-free continuous translation feature. Keep in mind that minor pitch glitches and occasional background hallucinations can still pop up.
Microsoft just rolled out AI-powered Relight and natural language search to the Photos app on Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs. Users can place up to three customizable virtual lights on any shot and search their local library using plain descriptions like "sunset at the beach." For now, Relight is rolling out to Insiders on Snapdragon PCs, with AMD and Intel versions coming in the next few months.
Google just launched scheduled actions inside the Gemini app, allowing users to automate routine prompts. You can now tell Gemini to run tasks at specific times or set up recurring workflows, like a Monday morning brainstorming session or daily calendar briefings. Why it matters: AI assistants are finally shifting from purely reactive chatbots into proactive task runners, though it currently requires a Google AI Pro, Ultra, or qualifying Workspace plan.
ElevenLabs just rolled out the alpha release of Eleven v3, its upgraded text-to-speech model featuring heightened emotional awareness and context adaptability. The model supports over 70 languages, up to 5,000 characters per request, and bracketed audio tags for directing whispers and laughter. Why it matters: creators and developers can now generate nuanced, natural character dialogue without hiring voice actors.
Perplexity just integrated the SEC/EDGAR database across Search, Research, and Labs for all users. The update gives everyday investors direct access to comprehensive financial filings, turning dense regulatory paperwork and technical disclosures into readable insights on demand.
HubSpot just rolled out a deep research connector for ChatGPT, letting paid ChatGPT users analyze their own CRM data without leaving the chat. The integration mirrors existing HubSpot access permissions so reps only see their own accounts, and HubSpot confirmed data won't be used to train OpenAI's models.
Cursor just launched Cursor 1.0, giving the AI editor built-in code review, the ability to remember past mistakes, and background multitasking for dozens of jobs at once. It means developers can offload tedious fixes and refactoring to the background without getting blocked.
Microsoft just launched Copilot Shopping across its web and mobile apps. It acts as an end-to-end buying companion that curates product cards, compares cross-retailer prices, tracks historical deals with custom alert sliders, and enables native checkout. Why it matters: Conversational agents are moving from answering questions to managing the entire consumer wallet.
OpenAI just updated ChatGPT's deep research mode to pull real-time context directly from internal workspace tools while respecting existing user permissions. The new connectors link with Outlook, Teams, Google Drive, Gmail, and Linear. It is rolling out to Team, Enterprise, and Edu accounts, as well as Plus and Pro users outside the EEA, Switzerland, and the UK.
Anthropic just rolled Claude Code into individual Pro and Max subscriptions, letting developers run the agent directly in terminal and IDEs like VS Code or Cursor without separate API billing. Usage counts toward your shared 5-hour and weekly plan limits, though having an API key set in your environment will still trigger standard token charges.
