News 16 August 2026

AI News·API Pricing·Gemini·Google Updates·News·Tech Industry

Google Cuts Gemini 3.7 Flash API Prices in Half for AI Agents

Google parent Alphabet has launched Gemini 3.7 Flash with introductory API prices half those of Gemini 3.6 Flash. The model targets coding and automated business workflows that require repeated tool calls.

August 16, 2026

Artificial Intelligence·Cybersecurity·Machine Learning·News·Open Source·Technology News

Z.ai Delays GLM-5.3 Open Weights After Cybersecurity Tests

Z.ai Co. Ltd. is delaying the public release of GLM-5.3's open weights while it completes security reviews. The Chinese AI developer expects the review to take about two weeks.

August 16, 2026

Artificial Intelligence·Google Pixel·News·Product Launches·Smartphones·Tech News

Google Pixel 11 Launches With Faster On-Device Gemini at $899 Starting Price

Alphabet rolled out its Pixel 11 phones, emphasizing a boost in on-device Gemini speeds with this year's refresh. The Pixel 11 launches at $899 and hits stores August 20.

August 16, 2026

Camera Innovations·China Tech·Honor Phones·Mobile Technology·News·Product Launches

Honor launches motorized 200MP gimbal phone in China

HONOR is set to launch its Robot Phone in China on August 18, with the device featuring a 200-megapixel motorized camera in a premium model. The company is betting that users will shell out flagship prices for hardware-based camera movement, in addition to software-based photo features.

August 16, 2026