
Apple is developing an AI-powered doctor.
Apple is reportedly working on an AI doctor, codenamed “Project Mulberry,” that could reside within your phone. The AI system, designed to offer health advice like a real doctor, is being trained using data from actual medical professionals. It will leverage the extensive health data collected by devices like the Apple Watch and may include new features such as food tracking. The AI doctor will be part of an upgraded Health app, possibly integrated into a paid subscription service called Health+. This initiative aligns with Apple’s focus on improving health through technology, a goal emphasized by CEO Tim Cook.
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ChatGPT gains 1 million users within an hour of launching a new AI feature.
ChatGPT has seen explosive growth, adding 1 million new users within an hour following the introduction of a new AI image generation feature. OpenAI’s Sam Altman described the demand as “biblical” and noted that the feature allows users to generate detailed images, logos, and diagrams. The image generation tool has been especially popular for creating Studio Ghibli-style art. Due to overwhelming demand, OpenAI temporarily introduced limits on image creation. The company also secured $40 billion in funding, raising its valuation to $300 billion, and reported that ChatGPT has reached 500 million users since its launch in November 2022.
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iOS 18.4: Apple launches a new software update for iPhone.
Apple has released iOS 18.4, offering significant updates for iPhones, iPads, Apple TVs, and the Vision Pro headset, along with security fixes. Key features for iPhones include AI-powered priority notifications, new emojis, and enhancements to the Photos app. There’s also the addition of “Ambient Music” in the control center. The update for Macs introduces email sorting features and Quick Start setup tools. The Vision Pro headset receives the Apple Intelligence update, adding tools like notification summaries and a new gallery app for spatial content. Users are encouraged to update their devices to benefit from both new features and important security patches.
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