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Firefox 157 swaps its interface for bubble windows and gains a compact mode

Firefox 157 gets a new interface with bubble windows and a compact mode. Released on September 29, 2026, the browser offers more space on smaller screens and color customization. The browser also includes a compact mode to optimize space on smaller screens.

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Instagram Direct swaps its interface for Jetpack Compose, cutting token costs

Instagram Direct has migrated its interface to Jetpack Compose, gaining efficiency and cutting token costs by 33%. The change modernized the UI and optimized resource use. The creative assistant feature is available to Instagram users

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NVIDIA opens applications for 2027-2028 undergraduate scholarships

NVIDIA opens applications for 2027-2028 undergraduate scholarships. The company also launched the Open Agent Safety Platform, an open platform to isolate, monitor and detect the behavior of AI agents.

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Pixel 11a swaps its predecessor's display for higher brightness and a higher refresh rate

Pixel 11a may have a 6.3-inch display with brightness of up to 3,350 nits and a 120 Hz refresh rate. Google has not disclosed price or release date. The model may keep the Tensor G6 chip, the same processor as the Pixel 11 family.

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