Kevin Okemwa
Kevin Okemwa is a seasoned tech journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya with lots of experience covering the latest trends and developments in the industry at Windows Central. With a passion for innovation and a keen eye for detail, he has written for leading publications such as OnMSFT, MakeUseOf, and Windows Report, providing insightful analysis and breaking news on everything revolving around the Microsoft ecosystem. You'll also catch him occasionally contributing at iMore about Apple and AI. While AFK and not busy following the ever-emerging trends in tech, you can find him exploring the world or listening to music.
Latest articles by Kevin Okemwa
ChatGPT for Windows is out now — with a catch for PowerToys users
By Kevin Okemwa last updated
FINALLY!! OpenAI has finally shipped the Windows desktop app to everyone, including free users. However, it shares the same keyboard shortcut as PowerToys Run so you might need to tweak one.
OpenAI could join the AI agentic systems arms race in January
By Kevin Okemwa published
SMOOTH OPERATOR OpenAI will reportedly ship an AI agent called Operator in January 2025. The AI agent is designed to control computers and perform redundant tasks autonomously.
Microsoft Copilot is the poster child of 'an annoying kid in class'
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI COMPANIONS The Wall Street Journal's Joanna Stern audaciously brought OpenAI's ChatGPT, Meta AI, Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot to a 24-hour excursion in the woods. Here's how it went.
OpenAI is running out of high-quality content to develop advanced AI models
By Kevin Okemwa published
ADVANCED AI A lack of sufficient high-quality content for training and funds might stunt the development of advanced AI models by OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google.
AGI PREDICTIONS: Sam Altman and Anthropic CEO weigh in
By Kevin Okemwa published
AGI PREDICTIONS OpenAI CEO Sam Altman claims AGI will whoosh by in 5 years while Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei predicts a 2026 or 2027 breakthrough.
Apple gives OpenAI's ChatGPT Plus a digital billboard for a cut
By Kevin Okemwa published
STRATEGIC Apple has found an ingenious way to monetize its new Apple Intelligence service without charging a dime, thanks to its partnership with OpenAI.
Microsoft's multi-billion dollar investment in OpenAI might be "some of the best money ever spent"
By Kevin Okemwa published
BEST SPEND Microsoft's deal to exclusively provide OpenAI with cloud computing services makes its initial multi-billion dollar investment worthwhile.
Google Chrome's new extension support framework raises critical security concerns
By Kevin Okemwa published
MORE SECURE? Google Chrome's Manifest V3 framework poses a major security threat.
Mozilla axes 30% of its staffers and closes advocacy division
By Kevin Okemwa published
MORE LAYOFFS Mozilla recently laid off 30% of its workforce due to a “relentless onslaught of change.” It also shut down its advocacy and global programs divisions.
British mathematician AI painting auctioned at $1M with a spell of doom
By Kevin Okemwa published
Ai-Da A humanoid AI-powered robbot recently created a painting ofEnglish mathematician Alan Turing which was sold for $1,084,800 at an auction.
OpenAI wiggles out of copyright infringement
By Kevin Okemwa published
Cognizable injury A New York federal judge recently dismissed a copyright infringement lawsuit filed against OpenAI by news outlets after they failed to "allege a cognizable injury" in court.
Windows 11's Paint and Notepad get new AI experiences to boost creativity
By Kevin Okemwa published
GET CREATIVE Microsoft recently shipped next-gen AI experiences to Paint and Notepad on Windows 11, including generative fill, generative erase, and rewriting capabilities.
Windows 11's market share hits 35.55% — but Windows 10 remains dominant
By Kevin Okemwa published
WINDOWS 10 ⚡ A new report indicates Windows 11's market share hit 35.55% in October 2024. Still, Windows 10 continues to dominate the category with 60.97% of the market share.
AMD takes on Intel in the datacenter showdown
By Kevin Okemwa published
AMD WINS A report by SemiAnalysis indicates AMD recently ended Intel's long reign as the top chip brand for data center processors.
OpenAI hires former Meta AR lead to support its robotics and hardware efforts
By Kevin Okemwa published
ROBOTICS & HARDWARE Meta's former AR glasses lead Caitlin Kalinowski recently announced she was joining OpenAI to support its robotics and consumer hardware efforts.
Microsoft ships AI-powered Support Virtual Agent for Xbox
By Kevin Okemwa published
Support Virtual Agent Xbox recently shipped an AI-powered tool called Support Virtual Agent to provide additional support to players when encountering game-related issues. However, it's shipping to Xbox Insiders first.
Microsoft's Mustafa Suleyman says the AI revolution will raise fundamental questions about humanity
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI REVOLUTION Mustafa Suleyman believes AI advances could distributively destabilize how we understand the world, fundamentally raising questions about humanity.
Sam Altman claims AGI will have come and gone in 5 years
By Kevin Okemwa published
AGI IN 5YRS OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently indicated that the company could hit the AGI benchmark within the next 5 years. The executive claimed the feat would have "surprisingly little" impact on society.
Claude AI gets Windows and macOS desktop apps
By Kevin Okemwa published
CLAUDE DESKTOP Anthropic recently unveiled desktop apps for its next-gen AI assistant, Claude, for Windows and macOS users. The company shipped two different versions of the app for Windows users: x64 and arm64.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says AGI is achievable with "current hardware"
By Kevin Okemwa published
AGI IS HERE? In a recent Reddit AMA (ask me anything) session, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and other top executives discussed intricate details about the company's future and upcoming products and services.
Microsoft might rebrand its AI platform to "Windows Intelligence"
By Kevin Okemwa published
Is this intelligent? References from the appprivacy.adml file shared on X suggests the company could potentially group Windows 11's AI-powered features under one umbrella called Windows Intelligence.
Copilot will evolve into a companion and 'real friend' despite backlash
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI COMPANION Microsoft's latest Copilot update continues to brew controversy as AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman highlights plans to evolve it into a virtual companion that fosters lasting and meaningful relationships.
OpenAI unveils ChatGPT search to take on Google's dominance
By Kevin Okemwa published
CHATGPT SEARCH 🔍 OpenAI just launched ChatGPT search. It can search the web "in a much better way than before" and promises fast, clear, and direct answers to queries with relevant web sources.
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