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Wed. 06/11 – o3-pro

Jun 11, 2025 16m

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OpenAI rolls out an o3-pro model. Android one-ups iOS with a quick release. So far so good for the launch of the Switch 2. What is Google doing with its headcount? And is essentially a giant hologram the future of video calling?

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OpenAI releases o3-pro, a souped-up version of its o3 AI reasoning model (TechCrunch)
God is hungry for Context: First thoughts on o3 pro (Latent Space)
Google Releases the Android 16 OS Months Earlier Than Expected (CNET)
Nintendo Switch 2 Sets Sales Record in Boon for Games Sector (Bloomberg)
Elon Musk says Tesla robotaxi rides in Austin ‘tentatively’ set to begin June 22 (CNBC)
Google Offers Buyouts to Employees in Search and Ads, Other Units (The Information)
HP reveals $24,999 hardware created just for Google Beam (The Verge)

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OpenAI Debuts O3 Pro

OpenAI has launched the O3 Pro for ChatGPT Pro and Team Users, priced at $20 for 1 million input tokens and $80 for output tokens. The model has received praise for its performance in clarity, comprehension, instruction-following, and accuracy, outperforming its predecessor across various domains such as science, education, and programming. However, it requires more context to function optimally. Initial hands-on experiences suggest that while it offers improved capabilities, it can sometimes overthink if not guided properly with sufficient context.

Android's Leap Ahead

Google has released Android 16 for Pixel phones months earlier than anticipated, featuring live lock screen notifications and enhanced AI editing in Google Photos. The update aims at improving productivity with streamlined notifications and new device security features, including desktop-style windows for connected devices. Key enhancements like live delivery tracking and grouped notifications are intended to improve user experience and efficiency.

Nintendo's Successful Switch 2 Launch

Nintendo's new Switch 2 has sold 3.5 million units in its first four days, setting a record for hardware launch sales. The company aims for 15 million units sold by March 2026. Analysts suggest that its successful launch may influence industry dynamics, especially with increasing production costs and developer budgets. Challenges lie in maintaining supply and reducing production costs amid potential geopolitical disruptions.

Google's Workforce Changes

In response to mounting pressures from AI advancements like ChatGPT, Google has offered voluntary buyouts to U.S. employees across several key divisions, including its search and ads team. Previous buyout offers have preceded layoffs, and the search division remains pivotal to Google's revenue despite slowing growth compared to YouTube and cloud services.

HP and the Future of Video Calling

HP has unveiled the Dimension, a $25,000 video conferencing device utilizing Google's 3D Beam technology. With a light field display and spatial audio, it aims to develop immersive communication experiences without the need for special equipment. Intended for enterprise use, the Dimension is part of a broader push to enhance remote interactions and could redefine video communication in the workplace.