Google Search queries hit an all-time high in Q1 2026 amid 19% revenue growth, per CEO Sundar Pichai. AI features drove the surge as Alphabet posted $109.9 billion in revenues, beating expectations.
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Google and five PC makers have launched the first Googlebook AI laptops ranging from $899 to $1,299 with preorders starting today and retail availability on October 4. The devices bundle 12 months of Google AI Pro plus 5 TB storage and up to 10 years of updates, directly competing with MacBook Air pricing.
Suppliers including Springshot, International Aero Engines LLC, and IAE International Aero Engines AG have lodged court objections asserting that Spirit Airlines’ bankruptcy sale of operational data to Google may improperly transfer their proprietary intellectual property without notice or approval. The dispute highlights risks that bankruptcy proceedings could enable large technology firms to obtain trade secrets for AI work.
Meta allows users to opt out of using visual data from its smart glasses for AI training. The change prevents images from being reviewed by contractors and addresses ongoing privacy concerns.
Meta revealed the Charm device, a Tamagotchi-style keychain gadget running Muse AI, at its Connect event. The product packs real-time voice and avatar features into a portable form that activates via fingerprint sensor.
Meta Connect 2026 has begun, with Mark Zuckerberg’s keynote set for 7PM ET on September 23. The event is expected to highlight AI, smart glasses, and possible privacy-focused hardware amid ongoing camera concerns.
