A security flaw in the DJI Romo robot vacuum allowed a man to remotely access thousands of the devices, raising serious questions about the security of smart home technology, according to The Verge. Meanwhile, Verizon implemented a new policy imposing a 35-day waiting period for customers who pay off their device installment plans early to unlock their phones, as reported by Ars Technica. In other tech news, the first Android 17 beta is now available on Pixel devices, although Google has yet to announce major feature changes, also according to Ars Technica.
Sammy Azdoufal, who was attempting to control his DJI Romo vacuum with a PS5 gamepad, discovered the security vulnerability, The Verge reported. Verizon's new policy, detailed by Ars Technica, requires customers to pay off their device plans at a Verizon corporate store to avoid the 35-day waiting period for an immediate unlock. This applies to payments made online, through the Verizon app, over the phone, and at authorized retail locations.
The first Android 17 beta, now available on Pixel devices, is primarily focused on testing system and API changes, according to Ars Technica. Google is expected to announce more feature changes in the coming months.
In other news, OpenAI is reportedly altering its 4o model, which is causing concern among users in China, according to Wired. Esther Yan, a Chinese screenwriter and novelist, recently held an online wedding with her ChatGPT companion, Warmie. "It felt magical," Yan said.
Additionally, AI agents are being used to enhance collaboration, as seen during the Super Bowl, according to VentureBeat. Louis Rosenberg of Unanimous A.I. noted that the ideal size for a productive real-time conversation is only about 4 to 7 people, and AI agents can help overcome the limitations of larger groups.
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