LEGO under fire for using AI-generated 'Ninjago' character images

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The use of artificial intelligence (AI) for creative purposes is a hot topic, and LEGO recently found itself in hot water over its use of AI-generated images on its website.

A now-removed LEGO Ninjago character quiz featured several AI-generated images of the characters (some of which were poorly done). This was evident in the way the hands were depicted.

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Google Photos makes finding documents easier

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Organize screenshots and photographed documents better with the latest update to Google Photos. Now, the app automatically identifies screenshots, receipts, notes, and other documents, making them easier to find and manage.

Open a photo of a document, and you'll see a label in the top left corner. This tells you how Google Photos has categorized it. Tap the label to change the category or view all your documents in one place. You can even assign multiple categories to a single image for even more organization.

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Google I/O 2024: AI focus, Pixel 8A on the horizon?

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Google I/O 2024 is happening in two months on May 14. It will be a mix of virtual and in-person elements. Expect a keynote address from its Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California, with a limited live audience and livestreamed for everyone else. This year's focus is most likely on artificial intelligence, especially with Google's recent releases of the Gemini and Gemma AI models.

Beyond AI, attendees can expect announcements about Android 15, updates to Google services, and potentially a new Pixel phone—the Pixel 8A, successor to last year's mid-range 7A. Google will have a lot of AI advancements to showcase, but they may also face questions about navigating competition and recent AI stumbles like the Gemini image generator controversy.

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ASUS unveils Zenfone 11 Ultra

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ASUS breaks the mould with the Zenfone 11 Ultra with its significant departure from the series' traditionally compact size. This phone offers a large-scale experience with a stunning 6.78-inch LTPO display protected by the latest Gorilla Glass Victus 2. It's now the same size as its gaming-centric counterpart, the ROG Phone 8 Pro.

Speaking of gamers, they'll appreciate a buttery-smooth 144Hz refresh rate, while casual users benefit from a dynamic adjustment down to 122Hz for everyday tasks. It doesn't get the gaming-specific features of the ROG Phone, but you can at least get a smooth experience of it.

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