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If you still think AI is just for writing copy or translating text, Google’s latest release, Gemini 3 , is about to flip your perspective. I recently watched a deep-dive review by Henry on Sun Channel , and it felt like watching the future unfold in real-time. This time, Google didn't just update the model; they introduced Nano Banana 3 Pro , and the combination of the two is nothing short of "terrifyingly" powerful. Let’s dive into the coolest ways to play with Gemini 3 and how it’s set to redefine our digital lives. 1. It Doesn't Just "Read" Text; It Truly "Sees" Video! In the past, when AI handled video, it mostly transcribed audio to text first. Gemini 3 is different—it possesses native multimodal capabilities. Motion Analysis: In the video, Henry uploaded a clip of himself playing table tennis. The AI actually pointed out that his swing was too flat and offered professional suggestions for improvement. This means having a personal AI coach fo...

  By David | ai123.ca | January 2026 Every year, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas delivers a glimpse of technology’s future — but CES 2026 felt different. This time, the spotlight wasn’t just on faster chips or flashy gadgets. Instead, one company framed the conversation around what many experts now call “real-world AI” — artificial intelligence that doesn’t just process text or images, but understands and interacts with the physical world . That company is NVIDIA — the chip-making giant that has quietly become one of the world’s most influential AI builders. At the event, NVIDIA unfolded a bold and ambitious vision that stretches from autonomous vehicles to robots that think and move in humanlike ways. Let’s break down what this means — and why it matters. 🚗 From Today’s Cars to Tomorrow’s Thinking Vehicles One of the biggest announcements was Alpamayo — a family of open-source AI models designed to give autonomous vehicles a type of reasoning intelligenc...

  YouTube’s South China Morning Post recently put a spotlight on one of the hottest tech races of the decade: Chinese driverless systems vs Tesla’s autonomous driving tech. The results are fascinating — and a bit surprising. Here’s a clear, honest breakdown of where things really stand in 2025 — plus insights that go beyond the video. 🔍 The Basics: What’s Actually on the Road Today The key takeaway from SCMP’s video is this: Both Tesla and Chinese makers currently operate at Level 2 autonomy — meaning the car can assist with steering, lane keeping, and some navigation, but the driver must stay alert and be ready to take control at any moment . Nothing on sale yet in China is genuinely “driverless” in the sense that you can hand over full control to the car. China’s mass adoption of smart-driving features is no small feat: over 60 % of new cars there now include some form of autonomous assistant , compared with under 40 % in the U.S. market. That’s a quantitative le...

  Lately, artificial intelligence has become part of everyday conversation—sometimes exciting, sometimes unsettling. Two terms appear again and again: AI and AGI . They sound similar, but they point to very different realities. Understanding the difference helps us use today’s technology wisely—without fear, and without exaggeration. AI in Daily Life: How Technology Helps Seniors   Chinese and English AI Is Already Here. AGI Is Not. What Is Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to computer systems designed to perform specific tasks that normally require human intelligence. These systems are trained using large amounts of data and are very good at recognizing patterns, making predictions, and producing results within a defined scope. AI today does not think, feel, or understand like a human. It does not have intentions or judgment. It works only when asked to work—and only within the limits it was designed for. How AI Works in Everyday Li...

49,000 Chinese-made Electric Vehicles When Canada and China announced a quota allowing 49,000 Chinese-made electric vehicles to enter the Canadian market starting in 2026, the number itself sounded technical — almost modest. It was easy to read it as just another trade adjustment buried in a joint declaration after Prime Minister Mark Carney’s official visit to China. But sometimes, history doesn’t announce itself loudly. It moves quietly, in carefully chosen numbers. The approval of 49,000 EVs may well be less about cars — and more about testing trust, readiness, and long-term cooperation . Why 49,000 Matters More Than It Sounds In the global auto industry, volume is everything. A few thousand vehicles can be dismissed as a pilot project. But 49,000 units per year is different. It is large enough to: Justify serious market planning Attract dealer networks and service infrastructure Generate real consumer data on pricing, quality, and winter performance In other wor...

  A few days ago, during an ice storm, I stayed home. No ping pong. No karaoke. Just quiet reading, blogging, and a conversation with my AI companion. Out of curiosity—and perhaps a bit of mischief—I shared a recent self-portrait taken in January 2026 and posed a simple challenge: “Based on this photo, how old do you think the man is?” The AI studied the image carefully and gave its answer: Early to mid-70s. Around 72–76. I smiled. Because the truth is— 👉 I am 80 years old. Not a Compliment, But a Mirror This wasn’t about fishing for compliments. AI doesn’t flatter. It analyzes patterns—posture, facial features, expression, presence. What struck me was not the number it guessed, but what the guess reflected: An upright posture Alert eyes A calm, steady presence Hands that show age, but not fragility In other words, not youth—but readiness . The Driving Licence Moment Around the same time, I had just renewed my senior driving licence . That process i...

  I just watched a Yahoo Finance video where Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang introduced the latest AI technology for autonomous driving at CES 2026 — one of the world’s biggest technology shows. This isn’t about cars that just see the road. It’s about cars that think more like a person , using powerful AI to understand complex driving scenes, make decisions — and react safely in real time. 🧠 What’s New in the Technology 🔹 “Alpamayo” — a new brain for self-driving cars: Nvidia debuted a family of AI models called Alpamayo . These models are designed to help cars perceive the road , reason about what’s happening , and decide what to do next — all at once. This is a big leap from older systems that only reacted to what the sensors saw. Think of it like moving from a timid learner — who just watches the road — to a confident driver who can understand and predict situations, like someone stepping out suddenly or a cyclist weaving through traffic. 🔹 Open and shared technology: ...

  If you’ve ever wondered what goes into building a cutting-edge Chinese luxury SUV — something that’s not just powerful but remarkably technical — then BYD’s Yangwang U8 is a case study worth watching. The Yangwang U8 isn’t just another SUV rolling off a conveyor belt. Its production process screams ambition — China’s ambition to shift from “value EV maker” to global tech powerhouse in automotive engineering. Let’s unpack what’s going on inside the factory and beyond — and what it says about the future of electric vehicles. 🏭 A Factory That Looks Like Tomorrow The video you stumbled on likely shows a highly automated, robot-driven production environment — the kind you’d expect at the world’s leading EV manufacturers. At BYD’s megafactories, robots handle precision welding, panel alignment, and large-scale assembly, while humans focus on quality control and intricate finishing touches. These plants use: Robotic assembly lines for body and structural build-up, reducin...

I just watched Motormouth’s tour of BYD’s interiors at the Japan Mobility Show — and it’s more than just eye candy for EV lovers. Sure, the cabins are beautiful , but what really stood out to me is how BYD is blending style, function, and smart design in a way few others are doing right now. Let’s unpack what we saw — and why it matters. 🚗 A Quick Tour of the Cars on Display At the show, the team explored several BYD electric vehicles — from sleek sedans to crossover SUVs and city-friendly EVs: BYD Seal — A stylish luxury sedan, where interior elegance is front and center. SeaLion 7 — A practical and popular crossover with roomy space that makes it ideal for families or daily commuting. Atto 3 — The host’s personal favorite. Compact but cool, with a youthful design vibe. BYD Dolphin — The smallest and most budget-friendly model on display, with clever use of colour and materials to keep the cabin playful without feeling cheap. SeaLion 6 — Also present on the...

   A deep look at how Huawei not only survived crippling sanctions but re-emerged as a global tech force. In 2019, Huawei — one of the world’s leading tech companies — was dealt what many analysts called a near-fatal blow: the United States placed it on the Entity List , effectively blocking its access to Google’s Android ecosystem and key semiconductor technologies. The immediate result? Huawei’s flagship smartphones could no longer ship with Google Mobile Services (including Gmail, Google Maps, the Play Store) — a deal-breaker in global markets outside China. At the time, pundits wrote obituaries. Critics said Huawei’s smartphone business was finished. But fast-forward to 2024 and 2025, and what once looked like a near-death experience has turned into one of the most remarkable comebacks in modern tech history. The Fallout: Sanctions That Hit Hard The 2019 sanctions didn’t just cut off access to Google services — they hampered Huawei’s ability to buy advanced chips and U...