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  • Local AI Revolution: GPT-OSS-20B and NVIDIA RTX AI PC Bring Private LLMs to Your Laptop
    October 21, 2025, 5:32 AM EDT. AI is shifting from cloud to local. The rise of private, on-device models like gpt-oss enables powerful 20B parameter LLMs to run directly on laptops, unlocking privacy and instant responsiveness. Fueled by NVIDIA RTX AI PC accelerators and fine-tuned LLM frameworks, developers can deploy private assistants without re-uploading data. gpt-oss introduces game-changing features: a Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) architecture, a Specialized Pit Crew that routes tasks to expert modules, and an Adjustable Reasoning setting that lets users trade speed for depth via Chain-of-Thought. Its Long Context memory helps process large datasets like lecture notes, recordings, and lab sims. In short, a new era of private, instantaneous AI is here, empowering students and researchers to control their data while benefiting from on-device inference.
  • Anthropic Brings Claude Code to Web and iOS with Secure Sandbox and GitHub Integration
    October 21, 2025, 5:28 AM EDT. Anthropic is expanding Claude Code to the web and the iOS app, continuing to position it as a core product. The new web interface lets developers connect Claude Code to GitHub repositories and treat it like a remote terminal: describe a task, watch progress, and steer results with prompts. It supports parallel tasks and shows progress updates. Each task runs in an isolated sandbox with strict network and filesystem restrictions, and a secure proxy gates Git interactions to only authorized repositories, protecting code and credentials. A preview of Claude Code in the iOS app is also rolling out to Pro and Max subscribers, with plans to refine the mobile experience based on feedback. All cloud sessions share the same rate limits as other Claude Code usage.
  • iPhone 18 Pro to get variable aperture main cameras, supplier claims
    October 21, 2025, 5:26 AM EDT. ET News cites an industry source claiming Apple will finally adopt variable aperture lenses for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. The report, citing Sunny Optical as the primary variable aperture lens supplier, suggests Apple will keep the 18 lineup design and dimensions similar to the 17 series, with rumors of a possible transparent back design. The move would put Apple on par with Android flagships that have offered variable aperture photography for years. Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra is also rumored to feature a similar capability. While details remain unconfirmed, the claim adds to a growing list of hints about a major camera upgrade for next year's models.
  • Claude Code Goes Web With Sandbox-Based Network Isolation and Domain Controls
    October 21, 2025, 5:22 AM EDT. Anthropic's Claude Code now has a web version, but the real advance is the new sandboxing: a unix domain socket to a proxy server outside the sandbox enforces domain restrictions and handles user confirmations for new requests. Developers can tailor the proxy to permit access to specific folders and servers, enabling fetches from approved sources like npm packages without full external access. This boosts independence and workflow, though it heightens the need for rigorous code review to catch subtle missteps. The feature is in beta as a research preview for Pro or Max subscribers, prioritizing security alongside convenience.
  • Google seeks 15 Pixel Superfans to test an upcoming device
    October 21, 2025, 5:20 AM EDT. Google is expanding its testing program by inviting 15 Pixel Superfans to try an upcoming device under strict NDA. While internal testing and influencer previews are common, this move opens the door to members of the public who can provide feedback and help shape a Pixel phone currently in development. The opportunity could extend beyond the phone to other Pixel devices such as tablets, smartwatches, and audio gear. Selected participants will need to commit to NDA terms and be prepared to use the device and share insights. If you're a Pixel Superfan, monitor your inbox for an invitation or consider joining the program to gain access to exclusive events, Q&A sessions, and early information about Pixel products.