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FEU Tech partners with OpenAI to give students, faculty access to AI tools, workshops

The Far Eastern University Institute of Technology (FEU Tech) has announced its partnership with OpenAI with the goal of making the institution an AI-native university. With this partnership, students, faculty members, and staff will be able to access OpenAI tools like ChatGPT Edu and Codex. FEU Tech Senior Executive Director Benson Tan expressed how AI is now far from being just an optional skill for its students and faculty members. “We are not reacting to AI. We are defining how AI is used responsibly in Philippine higher education. By working closely with OpenAI, this collaboration allows us to provide institution-wide access to ChatGPT Edu, a secure, managed version designed for universities. That means students, faculty, leadership, and staff can use it responsibly within guardrails aligned to our policies,” said the press release. FEU Tech will integrate OpenAI into its multimedia, computing, and engineering programs. What’s more, students have the oppo...
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HONOR 600 Smart: 7,700mAh battery, 6.87″ HD+ IPS display, Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 CPU

HONOR has officially unveiled the HONOR 600 Smart. Obviously, the HONOR 600 Smart is cheaper than the HONOR 600 and 600 Pro . On the upside, it has a bigger 7,700mAh battery. Albeit, it has a slower 45W charging from 80W. There’s an enormous 6.87-inch IPS display on the front, but with only an HD+ resolution. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 processor, with only 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The software is handled by the Android 16-based MagicOS 10 interface. Stereo speakers provide the audio. HONOR hasn’t provided details regarding the selfie camera, but they did confirm it will have a 50-megapixel main shooter in the back. It’s also worth noting that it is IP64 dust and water-resistant and is drop-resistant by up to 2.5m. Like the selfie camera, the official pricing and availability of the HONOR 600 Smart are yet to be known. HONOR 600 Smart Specs Android 16, MagicOS 10 Dual SIM, Dual Standby 6.8...

Tim Cook confirms Apple device price hikes amid RAM shortage

Many smartphone and computer makers have already announced price hikes due to the ongoing RAM shortage. Now, Apple is expected to follow suit. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, the outgoing Apple CEO confirmed that their product will soon face price hikes amid the price hikes the industry is facing. “Unfortunately, price increases are unavoidable,” said Tim Cook, explaining that, while they’ve been doing their best “to mitigate the huge increases” passed to them, and how they’ve been “trying to shield” customers from the increases, the situation has become unsustainable. Sadly, Cook has not provided the specifics as to which devices will be hit by the hikes and when they will be implemented. Chances are, we’ll see them on the upcoming iPhone 18 lineup. Apple has done a commendable job of keeping new iPhone prices on par with previous generations. That streak, however, may come to an end with the 2026 ...

GoPro Mission 1, 1 Pro priced in the Philippines

GoPro’s latest action camera, the Mission 1 Pro, is now in the Philippines. For a quick recap, the GoPro Mission 1 Pro aims to elevate action cameras by enabling them to capture professional-looking photos. It now boasts a large 1-inch sensor that can shoot 50MP videos at 8K resolution or shoot in Quad Bayer 12MP mode in 4K for a stellar low-light performance. Open Gate, which shoots 4:3 videos so you can easily crop between 16:9 and 9:16 on post, now supports 8K30 and 4K120 resolution and frame rates. You also get 10-bit GP-Log2 recording, HLG HDR, HyperSmooth stabilization, and 360-degree Horizon Lock. It then has an updated GP3 sensor that now boasts 2x the pixel processing power, has better low-light performance, thermal management, and better battery efficiency. It also supports a new 2150mAh Enduro 2 battery with up to 5 hours of continuous recording, has fast charging, and a much-improved cooling system. You also get 4 microphones, 32-bit Float Au...

Alibaba launches RynnBrain, an open-source AI model for robotics

Alibaba has officially released its first AI model for robots. The new system, called RynnBrain , helps robots understand space, objects, and motion. In a video, the company showed a robot using the system to pick up fruit and place it in a basket. It is a simple action, but it reflects a larger ambition. Alibaba also launched an upgraded language model called Qwen3.7-Max. This model is built to power AI agents. The company claims it can run for 35 hours without losing performance, an important feature for long tasks. Alibaba describes its overall approach as an “AI factory.” It says it is the only company in China that operates across all levels of AI, from chips to cloud systems to applications. The idea is that controlling every layer gives it an edge over rivals. The industry is moving away from chatbots. Companies now see bigger opportunities in agents that can book flights, make purchases, or organise schedules on behalf of users. Robotics i...

Xreal Aura Smart Glasses powered by Android XR is now official

Xreal has introduced its new Aura Augmented Reality glasses, which run on Google’s Android XR system. The Xreal Aura smart glasses have see-through Sony displays with 1,920×1,200 pixel resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The view covers 70 degrees. You can see your surroundings clearly, and there is a dimming option to block out background light when needed. Users can open up to five app windows at the same time. The main processor, a Snapdragon Reality Elite chip, is kept in a separate “compute puck” along with a 4,455 mAh battery. This makes the glasses lighter on your head. The glasses themselves have an Xreal X1S chip that handles tracking and display tasks. Control is done mainly through hand gestures, with voice commands as an option. The device has cameras with an LED light that turns on when they are active. It also has two USB-C ports for connections. For those who want AI, Google’s Gemini assistant is also included. Xreal has not a...

Grand Theft Auto VI official pre-order date and cover art revealed

Rockstar announced that Grand Theft Auto VI will be available for pre-order starting June 25 through the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and select physical retailers. The company also published the game’s final cover artwork for the first time. The roughly 30-second reveal video arranges protagonists Jason and Lucia across a pop-art collage alongside a lineup of additional characters yet to be detailed. A yellow sports car, a helicopter, alligators, and flamingos dot the image — subtle references to the Florida-inspired fictional state of Leonida where the game takes place. The two trailers that have landed so far, one in 2023 and another in 2025, have accumulated over 400 million views collectively. GTA 6 arrives on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, pushed back twice from a planned 2025 launch and again from a May 2026 schedule. No price has been set yet, but analyst firm Epyllion suggested in a 2025 report that the title could be the fir...