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#TechFriday n°2️⃣6️⃣2️⃣- Issue of 28/11/2025

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This week in #TechFriday, we dive into a packed tech lineup: Google is back on top with Gemini 3, screens aren’t the danger our parents feared, and AirDrop finally talks to Android. We explore ChatGPT’s new group chats, West Africa’s digital safety push, ultra-affordable $30 smartphones, Gabon’s modernized e-Visa, and major updates from Google Maps, Windows, and Gmail. Buckle up — it’s a big one!

That old « don’t sit too close » advice? Here’s what still matters 📺

Remember when parents constantly yelled « Don’t sit so close to the screen! »? That advice came from a real 1960s threat, but modern screens have changed everything. Still, keeping your distance matters for entirely different reasons. Let’s separate fact from fiction. Click here for full story

Google’s Gemini 3 takes aim at the AI crown with aggressive new push 🤖

Google has just released Gemini 3, and it’s causing a seismic shift in AI. The model smashes all benchmarks and comes with Nano Banana Pro for images and Antigravity for development. Google is no longer lagging behind; it’s now leading the way. The Gemini 3 era begins today. Click here for full story

AirDrop and Android finally play nice — but Apple might not let it last 🛜

Google has (almost) broken down the wall between iPhone and Android: Quick Share can finally communicate with AirDrop on Pixel 10 devices. Historical, political… and perhaps temporary? We explain how it works, Europe’s role, and whether Apple can still block it. Click here for full story

ChatGPT’s new group chats let your friends, family, and AI plan together 🤖💬

ChatGPT goes multiplayer! OpenAI launches group discussions: up to 20 people can collaborate with AI to plan trips, settle debates, or manage projects. The AI knows how to stay discreet and only intervenes when necessary. Available for all plans. Click here for full story

TikTok and AfricTivistes team up to tackle digital safety challenges across West Africa 🛡️🌍
TikTok unveils its massive efforts to secure the digital space in West Africa. In partnership with AfricTivistes, the platform reveals key figures, the removal of millions of harmful pieces of content, and thwarted influence operations, at the heart of the Dakar 2025 digital summit. Click here for full story
Africa’s mobile operators bet on $30 smartphones to unlock digital inclusion 📱🌍

An international coalition of mobile operators is set to launch 4G smartphones at an unprecedented price of $30 to $40 in Africa. The goal is to connect up to 50 million new users and revolutionize digital inclusion on the continent. This is a real game changer that is worth keeping a close eye on! Click here for full story

Gabon is bringing online payments to its e-Visa system this December 🇬🇦🛬

Starting in December 2025, Gabon will launch online payment for its e-Visa, eliminating the requirement to pay in cash at the airport. This modernization aims to streamline procedures, reduce queues, secure transactions, and strengthen the country’s digital sovereignty. Click here for full story

Google Maps gets Gemini: Meet your new AI driving copilot 🤖🚗

Google Maps is switching to Gemini: goodbye basic commands, hello real conversations while driving! Find a vegan restaurant on your route, add an appointment to your calendar, or report an accident in a word. Guidance using real landmarks and proactive traffic alerts. Navigation is changing—it’s becoming more intuitive and more human. Ready to try it out? Click here for full story

Alt + Space: Google’s new Windows search tool is surprisingly powerful 💻🔍
Google launches its universal search bar on Windows, similar to Spotlight! Better than native search: files, Drive, AI, and Google Lens are all included. A new reflex to boost PC productivity, currently available only in the US. Click here for full story
Google debunks viral claim: Gmail emails aren’t training Gemini ⚠️

Explosive rumor: Is Google using your Gmail emails to boost its Gemini AI? Not at all! The company has formally denied this viral fake news story. Find out the facts, what “smart features” really do, and how to check your settings. Don’t panic, but be vigilant. Read the article to find out everything you need to know! Click here for full story

 

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That’s it for this week. We wish you a good weekend and look forward to hearing from you in the comments.

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