Latest news with #GoogleLens
AFP
2 days ago
- Politics
- AFP
Posts misleadingly claim Nigerian governor renamed school after monarch died
'Governor Dapo Abiodun announces the change of name in honor of the Late Awujale Of Ijebu Ode from Tai Solarin College Of Education oo The Oba Sikiru Adetona College Of Science And Technology (sic),' reads the caption of an X post published on July 21, 2025. Image Screenshot showing the misleading post, taken on July 25, 2025 Attached to the post is a one-minute video showing Ogun state Governor, Dapo Abiodun, listing projects completed in honour of Adetona, including the renaming of a state-owned school from Tai Solarin College of Education to Oba Sikiru Adetona College of Science and Technology. Shared more than 500 times, the claim was published by an account called 'AsakyGRN'. A review of the account shows it shares posts on Nigerian politics and entertainment with more than 89,000 followers. The claim was also shared here on Instagram by a popular Nigerian blog called 'instablog9ja'. Adetona, the late Awujale of Ijebuland and one of Nigeria's longest-reigning monarchs, died on July 13, 2025, at the age of 91 (archived here). While Adetona was revered for his principled 64-year leadership of the culturally rich Ijebu people, Tai Solarin, known for his bold ideas, love for education and fearless voice for the common man, was celebrated as one of Nigeria's most influential educators, and has several institutions named after him. However, the post does not show Ogun state governor Abiodun renaming an educational institution after Adetona following his death. Old change Using Google Lens to conduct reverse image searches on keyframes from the clip, AFP Fact Check was led to the original video published on YouTube on July 23, 2025 (archived here). The video, which runs for 55 minutes, shows the 8th-day Fidau prayer — a Muslim memorial held to pray for the soul of the deceased — organised for the late monarch and attended by Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, state governors, and other top political figures. At 12'13', Abiodun takes the podium and speaks about Adetona's legacy and impact on Ogun state. 'In appreciation of our love, respect and support for Kabiesi, one of my first actions upon assuming office was the immediate award for the reconstruction of the Ijubu-ode/ Ojoda/Egbe road…', the governor says a few minutes later at 15'45' — the exact point where the video in the misleading posts starts. At 16'08'', he adds: 'We also renamed the Tai Solarin College of Education in Ogun in his honour, and I am glad we did all these in his lifetime. It [the college] is now known as the Oba Sikiru Adetona College of Science and Technology.' Using the institution's name as a keyword in an internet search, AFP Fact Check was led to a news article published in 2022 when the school was formally renamed — a development Abiodun had initially discussed in 2021 during a political campaign (archived here and here). In a statement by Abiodun's media aide, Kayode Akinmade, the governor clarified that the institution renamed after the late monarch was one of two campuses that emerged from the former Tai Solarin College of Education (archived here). He said the degree-awarding arm became Tai Solarin University of Education, while the second campus — focused on teacher training — was renamed Sikiru Adetona College of Education, Science and Technology in 2022.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Google expands AI Mode with PDF uploads, Canvas planner and more
Google is rolling out a suite of new features for its experimental AI Mode in Search. The update brings multiple new features such as PDF uploads, a dynamic Canvas planner and a deeper integration with Chrome and Google Lens. The company claims that the new features are designed to help users to learn, organise and explore more efficiently. 'We're introducing new features and capabilities for AI Mode in Search, just in time for the back-to-school season. You can already use AI Mode in the Google app on Android and iOS to ask complex questions about images, and this week the same capability is launching on desktop browsers,' said Google in a blog post. Ask questions about PDFs and images Users are now allowed to update PDF files directly into the AI Mode on desktop. This will enable the users to ask detailed questions about lecture slides, research papers or any other document. The AI Mode will analyze the file and cross-reference it with web data to deliver contextual answers and helpful links. Support for additional file types, including Google Drive documents, is expected in the coming months. Do smart planning with Canvas The new Canvas feature allow the users to create study plans, organise tasks and refine projects over multiple sessions. Accessible via a side panel, Canvas updates dynamically as users interact with AI Mode. 'AI Mode will start piecing everything together in the Canvas side panel, and you can use follow-ups to refine the output until it meets your exact requirements. Soon, the new upload feature will also make it possible to customize your study guide (or whatever you need to create) with context from your files, like class notes or a course syllabus.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Emergency Generators in Baruunsaihan: (Prices May Surprise You) Emergency Generator | Search Ads Search Now Undo Chrome and Lens get smarter AI Mode now works seamlessly with Google Lens in Chrome, enabling users to ask questions about anything on their screen—be it a diagram in a PDF or a webpage. Search live with video input Google is also launching Search Live, a real-time video input feature powered by Project Astra. Search Live is fully integrated with Google Lens, our visual search tool. To get started, just open Lens in the Google app, tap the Live icon, and ask whatever's on your mind while pointing your camera. You can have a free-flowing, back-and-forth conversation with Search in AI Mode, aided by all the visual context from your live camera feed, like different angles or objects in motion. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Android Authority
3 days ago
- Android Authority
Google Search is becoming smarter with these AI Mode improvements
Tushar Mehta / Android Authority TL;DR Google's AI Mode is getting a host of new features on mobile and desktop. AI Mode on mobile gets a live video search option, which is accessible through Google Lens. On desktop, AI Mode gets file support and a Canvas option for taking notes while researching. Google's AI Mode is gradually expanding beyond Search and recently made its way to other apps used to look up information on your phone, including Google Lens and Circle to Search. In doing so, it is also bridging the gap between Gemini and AI Mode by adding similar features to search experiences. And today, Google is officially expanding on AI Mode's capabilities, bringing features to improve output and enable collaboration. Firstly, Google is bringing a vital Gemini capability to AI Mode, where you can share a live video for more context and detailed responses. Like Gemini Live's video capabilities, you will also be able to interact with AI Mode in real-time and even interrupt it while it's speaking. Google And owing to similarities, it is called Search Live and will be accessible through Google Lens. For a few months, Search Live has been available as part of the Labs experiments in Search and will soon have a broader reach. Big upgrades to AI Mode on desktop For other new features coming to AI Mode, Google is focusing on the desktop version. AI Mode is gaining better document support on desktop, so you can upload files, including PDFs, and ask very specific questions about topics with the help of AI Mode. Google proposes this as another method students can employ to learn about topics better. Besides uploading files from your computer, you will also be able to access files directly from your Drive. Next, while picture uploads were previously limited to AI Mode on mobile, the functionality is now expanding to the desktop version as well. Google doesn't mention if it will expand video capabilities to desktop, so we will have to wait until the updated AI Mode rolls out to eligible users. Besides better input options, AI Mode gets other Gemini features, including Canvas. Similar to its utility in Gemini, Canvas appears in a dedicated panel on the side, where it can be used as a separate space where you can generate responses, take responses, and then select specific parts to edit or enhance them. Google Google says Canvas, combined with the file upload functionality we discussed above, will be a valuable aid to students or working professionals for preparing for tests or working on assignments and reports. Lastly, Google will soon make it easier to access Lens on Chrome's desktop version with a new feature in the address bar. It will add a new button, allowing you to 'Ask Google about this page.' You will also be able to expand your search directly from the webpage using a dedicated sidebar for AI Mode as seen below: Google While improved Lens utility isn't close to full-fledged agentic browsing, it signals Chrome's expected shift towards assisted web browsing in the coming months or years. These features will slowly start rolling out to users in the US. Search Live is coming this week and will be available to folks who were using it as an experimental feature in AI Mode. File uploads will be available in the coming months, while Canvas will be added to AI Mode as a Labs experiment over the next few weeks. Lastly, Google hasn't specified the release timeline for the improved Lens access in Chrome, but says it will be available 'soon.' Follow
Time Business News
3 days ago
- Business
- Time Business News
The Future of Digital Marketing in the UAE: Trends Businesses Can't Ignore
In this rapidly developing digital culture, the United Arab Emirates has proudly led the way in adopting marketing technology and driving an online transformation in the region. As we approach 2025 and beyond, it's clear that the UAE is not just keeping up with digital marketing trends, but setting the pace. Agencies like are at the forefront of this evolution—helping brands connect with their audiences, build trust, and drive meaningful conversions. Customers do not merely look to generic messages these days. They desire individualised experiences that suit them in terms of their needs, preferences, and behaviours. Advanced analytics and tools, machine learning, and CRM integration have allowed businesses in the UAE to now offer targeted content in terms of email, SMS, and social applications. Businesses that customise the user journeys, relying on the up-to-date data, are reaching greater engagement and intensified loyalty. Whether you are talking about automated chatbots, predictive lead scoring, and AI-generated content, artificial intelligence is changing the approach to business marketing its services. Firms headquartered in the UAE are increasingly adding AI to their marketing stacks to automate repetitive tasks and extract insights, improving customer experiences. Agencies like are helping businesses harness these tools strategically. As AI resources become more accessible, small and medium-sized enterprises will be able to compete with the most prominent brands in terms of digital creativity and efficiency. Voice and visual search optimisation is becoming a trend with an increasing number of people using smart devices and voice assistants. Some innovative companies are modifying the existing SEO strategies to include conversational keywords and structured data. Moreover, visual search has been further applied because of sites such as Google Lens, especially in the retail, fashion, and real estate sectors. Marketers in the UAE are innovating their websites and content on these technologies, thus gaining their advantage early. The popularity of short-form video content, in particular, Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts, remains high and attracts the audience. Short, meaningful videos are helping the UAE brands to present products, to convey their message, and to relate to the audience on a more natural level. Video marketing is also an essential way of doing paid ads to help a business to carry out more clicks and conversions. With increased multiculturalization of the UAE population, companies are beginning to adopt localised content strategies. This is more than a literary translation of language; it is contextualization. Naturally, Arabic content marketing, Emirati-based influencer partnerships, and adaptation, in general, have become the way brands prioritise and honour the local culture and ethics without having to sacrifice quality on a global scale. In a very diverse market, localisation helps in building brand loyalty and heightening trust in the long run. The UAE is not just a country that can go online with its digital marketing; it's a country that needs to be digitally savvy. With the government's support in digital transformation, increased internet penetration, and a tech-savvy population, the region is ripe for disruption. Companies that embrace these trends early will not only strengthen their market position but also build stronger, long-term customer relationships. The time to act is now. Final Thoughts With opportunities galore in the burgeoning digital environment of the UAE, whether you're looking to set up your business or scale up an existing one, the UAE is the place to be. When you are agile and up-to-date, you will be able to position your brand to thrive in the long run in a competitive, practical marketplace. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
&w=3840&q=100)
Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business Standard
Google adds 'AI Mode' option upfront on Android Search widget: Details here
Reportedly, the new AI Mode shortcut in the Google Search widget is now available on most Android phones, expanding access beyond Pixel devices New Delhi Google is reportedly rolling out a new AI Mode shortcut to the Google Search homescreen widget on Android that gives users quicker access to generative AI features directly from their home screen. According to a report by 9to5Google, this shortcut is now widely available across both beta and stable versions of the Google app (v16.28). This update follows Google's ongoing push to integrate generative AI more deeply into its mobile apps. AI Mode shortcut Previously, it was exclusive to Pixel Launcher, but is now rolling out widely on Android platform. Once available, it will allow users to directly type prompts into the full-screen AI Mode interface, similar to performing a standard Google search but with AI-powered enhancements. In the redesigned Search widget, the AI Mode button appears as a standalone circular icon, positioned to the right of the voice search microphone and Google Lens icons. To enable it, users can long-press the Search widget on their homescreen, then navigate to Customise, where options for Theme, Transparency, and Shortcuts are available. Within Shortcuts, 'AI Mode' appears as the second option in the grid. For non-Pixel users who are not part of the 'AI Mode' Search Labs experience, this new widget shortcut provides the fastest way to launch AI Mode. On devices not yet enrolled in Search Labs, the AI Mode shortcut appears as a pill-shaped button within the colourful carousel below the Search bar, rather than being embedded directly in it. What is AI Mode AI Mode is powered by Google's Gemini 2.5 multimodal AI model and lets users use Search more naturally and visually. You can speak a question, upload an image, or take a photo with Google Lens and then ask questions about what you see. AI Mode also uses real-time local info, shopping results, and data from Google's Knowledge Graph to give more helpful and relevant answers. The feature is available in the Google app on both Android and iOS.
