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This week in tech, artificial intelligence (AI) dominated headlines. Former President Trump expressed shock at AI’s energy consumption, while Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report is anticipated to reveal insights into future demand for AI chips. Google’s work-life balance has been blamed for falling behind OpenAI, and the company has also confirmed Iranian cyberattacks targeting US presidential campaigns. Meanwhile, Tesla’s factories are seen as giving it an edge in integrating AI with the physical world.

The Pixel Watch 3 finally addresses a major shortcoming of its predecessors by offering two case sizes, a 41mm and a 45mm option. This welcome change makes the smartwatch more appealing to a wider range of users and addresses the previous criticism of its diminutive size.

Google is addressing a serious vulnerability in its Pixel smartphone firmware that could allow hackers to install malware and steal data. The flaw, present in the Showcase.apk package, allows for remote code execution and remote package installation over unsecured HTTP connections. While Google claims physical access and a passcode are required for exploitation, the security firm iVerify has raised concerns about the app’s widespread presence on Pixel devices and the potential risk to national security.

Google’s AI-powered search query summarizer, AI Overview, is expanding to six new countries with localized language support. The company is also introducing new features such as link displays for relevant websites and the ability to save and simplify generated Overviews.

Google is ditching Samsung for its upcoming Tensor G5 processor, opting for TSMC’s advanced 3nm process node. This move aims to give Google an edge in the AI smartphone market by integrating hardware and software seamlessly, similar to Apple’s iPhone strategy. The Tensor G5 will be manufactured using TSMC’s cutting-edge 3nm process, placing it at the forefront of mobile processors alongside Apple’s A18 chip.

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has backtracked on his comments blaming the company’s focus on work-life balance for its struggles against AI startups. Schmidt initially suggested that Google’s emphasis on remote work and early work hours put it at a disadvantage compared to startups like OpenAI, but later apologized for his remarks.

Gene Munster, managing partner of Deepwater Asset Management, believes a potential breakup of Alphabet Inc. (Google) could lead to a 20% value increase for the company. He suggests that separating Google’s ad network, which has been on a decline, could be the key to unlocking this value. While the probability of Google voluntarily breaking up is low, analysts and investors are increasingly discussing the potential benefits of such a move, particularly in light of the DOJ’s ongoing investigation into Google’s search dominance.

Google’s highly anticipated Gemini AI model faced a public hiccup during the Made by Google event. A live demo of Gemini’s calendar integration failed twice before finally succeeding on the third attempt, drawing comparisons to previous tech demo mishaps, including Tesla’s Cybertruck window debacle.

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has voiced concerns that the company’s remote work policy might be hindering its ability to compete in the AI sector. He argues that Google’s focus on work-life balance is impacting its ability to match the intense focus and dedication of startups like OpenAI and Anthropic. Schmidt’s criticism of remote work aligns with other high-profile business leaders, but Google’s actual policies seem to be more nuanced, with a requirement for employees to work from the office at least three days a week.

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt believes that Google’s focus on work-life balance and flexible working hours contributed to its lagging position in the artificial intelligence race compared to OpenAI. He contrasts this approach with the intense work ethic of startups and the leadership of Elon Musk at Tesla and SpaceX.