Google Joins AI IDE Race to Compete with VS Code, Apparently Forking VS Code

Google is offering voluntary buyouts to employees in its UK offices, following similar offers made to staff in several US divisions earlier this year. The company confirmed that this initiative aims to support its important work ahead.

Google's Nano Banana Pro combines advanced reasoning with real-time data to redefine AI image generation capabilities. This new model is expected to significantly enhance the realism and intentionality of AI-generated images, marking a pivotal moment in the field.

Anthropic is following a similar investment strategy as OpenAI, raising concerns about the implications of circular AI deals. Meanwhile, Google has made significant strides with the release of its new AI model, Gemini 3, which is expected to enhance user interactions and search capabilities.

Google DeepMind has launched the Nano Banana Pro, also known as Gemini 3 Pro Image, which has impressed developers and enterprise AI engineers with its ability to generate high-quality, accurate images from text prompts. This model integrates seamlessly with Google's AI ecosystem, enhancing applications across various platforms. Unlike previous models aimed at casual users, this version targets structured workflows, offering advanced features such as multilingual support and real-time knowledge integration.

The European Union has influenced Apple to adopt new Wi-Fi standards, enabling Android devices to support AirDrop. Google's Pixel 10 is the first Android phone to utilize this feature, allowing seamless file sharing between Android and iOS users.

Mixup is a new app that allows users to create AI-generated images using Google's Nano Banana technology. The app features a Mad Libs-style format, where users can fill in blanks to generate unique images from photos, text, and doodles. This innovative approach encourages creativity and sharing among users.

Perplexity AI has launched a mobile version of its Comet web browser, intensifying competition with Google in the Android ecosystem. This new browser aims to provide users with an alternative search experience, leveraging AI capabilities to enhance user interactions.

Google has introduced a new service tier called GeForce Now Fast Pass, exclusively for Chromebook users. This initiative aims to enhance the gaming experience on Chromebooks by offering a free year of access to GeForce Now, a cloud gaming service.