Apple released iOS 26.3 on Wednesday, introducing a new "Transfer to Android" feature that simplifies the process of switching from an iPhone to an Android device, according to The Verge. The update allows users to transfer their data by placing their Android and Apple phones side-by-side. In other tech news, Anthropic, an AI company, announced its commitment to limit the impact of its data centers on nearby residents' electricity bills, joining other tech companies facing growing concerns over energy consumption, as reported by The Verge.
The new "Transfer to Android" feature is a key addition to iOS 26.3, providing iPhone users with a more streamlined way to migrate their data to Android devices, according to The Verge. This feature aims to ease the transition for users considering a switch.
Anthropic's pledge to manage its data center's energy consumption comes amid increasing scrutiny of the environmental impact of AI technology. The company's efforts reflect a broader trend of tech companies addressing concerns about the rising electricity costs associated with their data centers, as noted by The Verge.
In other news, VentureBeat reported that Anthropic launched its Claude Cowork AI agent software for Windows on Monday. This release brings file management and task automation tools to a significant portion of the desktop computing market. The Windows version offers full feature parity with the macOS version, including file access, multi-step task execution, and plugins. Users can also set global and folder-specific instructions for Claude, a feature that developers on Reddit described as "a game-changer."
Meanwhile, Wired published details of ICE's planned expansion into over 150 office spaces across the United States, including 54 specific addresses. The expansion includes plans to occupy existing government spaces and share facilities with medical offices and small businesses.
In a separate piece, The Verge's Sean Hollister reflected on his experience with a Samsung OLED TV, expressing some regrets about the purchase. He noted that while the picture quality is superb, software interference sometimes detracts from the viewing experience.
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