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"We've decided to support image-based search," announced the product manager for Firefox Search. Powered by the AI-driven Google Lens search technology, they promise the new feature offers "a frictionless, fast, and a curiosity-sparking way to (as Google puts it) 'search what you see'." With just a right-click on any image, you'll be able to: - Find similar products, places, or objects - Copy, translate, or search text from images - Get inspiration for learning, travel, or shopping Look for the new "Search Image with Google Lens" option in your right-click menu (tagged with a NEW badge at first). This is a desktop-only feature, and it will start gradually rolling out worldwide. Note: Google must be set as your default search engine for this feature to appear. We'll be listening closely to your feedback as we roll it out. Some of the things we're wondering about: Does the placement in the context menu align with your expectations? Would you prefer the option to choose your visual search provider? Where else would you like entry points to visual search (e.g. when you open a new tab, in the address bar, on mobile devices, etc.) We can't wait to hear your thoughts as the rollout begins! Some thoughts from WebProNews: Mozilla emphasizes that this is an opt-in feature, giving users control over activation, which aligns with the company's longstanding commitment to privacy and user agency. Yet, for industry observers, this partnership with Google raises intriguing questions about competitive dynamics in the browser space, where Firefox has historically positioned itself as an independent alternative to Chrome... This move comes at a time when browsers are increasingly becoming platforms for AI-driven enhancements, as evidenced by recent updates in competitors like Microsoft's Edge, which integrates Copilot AI. Mozilla's decision to leverage Google Lens rather than developing an in-house solution could be seen as a pragmatic step to accelerate feature parity, especially given Firefox's smaller market share. Insiders note that by tapping into established technologies, Mozilla can focus resources on core strengths like privacy protections, potentially attracting users disillusioned with data-heavy ecosystems... While mobile users might feel left out, the phased rollout over the next few weeks allows for feedback loops through community channels, a hallmark of Mozilla's open-source ethos. Data from similar integrations in other browsers suggests visual search can boost engagement by 15-20%, per industry reports, though Mozilla has not disclosed specific metrics yet... Looking ahead, Mozilla's strategy appears geared toward incremental innovations that bolster user retention without alienating its privacy-focused base. If successful, this could help Firefox claw back some ground against Chrome's dominance, estimated at over 60% market share. For now, the feature's gradual deployment invites ongoing dialogue, underscoring Mozilla's community-driven model in an industry often criticized for top-down decisions.

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Tuesday is going to be a difficult occasion for me - one of the saddest in my near 80 years on this planet.

Tom Cruise has sent his personal assistant to find a suitable multi-million pound house for him in the wealthy locale that's home to billionaires, politicians and celebrities.

Cristian Fleming paid around $70,000 for one of Fisker Ocean's electric mid-size crossover SUVs. Seven months later the company filed for bankruptcy in June of 2024, reports the Verge, "having only delivered 11,000 vehicles." "Early adopters were left with cars plagued by battery failures, glitchy software, inconsistent key fobs, and door handles that did not always open. With the company gone, there was no way to fix any issues." Regulators logged dozens of complaints as replacement parts vanished. Passionate owners who spent top dollar on high-end trims saw their cars reduced to expensive driveway ornaments. Rather than accept defeat, thousands of Ocean owners have organized into their own makeshift car company. The Fisker Owners Association (FOA) is a nonprofit that's launched third-party apps, built a global parts supply chain, and came together around a future for their orphaned vehicles. It's part car club, part tech startup, part survival mission. Fleming now serves as the organization's president... FOA calls itself the first entirely owner-controlled EV fleet in history. So far, 4,055 Ocean owners have signed up, paying $550 a year in dues that the group estimates will raise around $3 million annually, about 0.1 percent of Fisker's peak valuation. Only verified Ocean owners can become full members, but anyone can donate. The grassroots effort has precedent — DeLorean diehards and Saab enthusiasts have kept their favorite brands alive after factory closures. But those efforts focused on preserving aging vehicles. FOA is attempting something different: real-time software updates and hardware improvements for a connected, two-year-old EV fleet... The organization has spawned three separate companies. Tsunami Automotive handles parts in North America while Tidal Wave covers Europe, scavenging insurance auctions and contracting with tooling manufacturers to reproduce components. UnderCurrent Automotive, run by former Google and Apple engineers, focuses on software solutions. UnderCurrent's first product is OceanLink Pro, a third-party mobile app now used by over 1,200 members that restores basic EV features, such as remote battery monitoring and climate control. A companion device called OceanLink Pulse adds wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, with plans for future upgrades including keyless entry. "Those are things you would have expected to be in a $70,000 luxury car," says Clint Bagley [FOA's treasurer]. "But, you know, we're happy to provide what the billion-dollar automaker apparently couldn't."

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RIATH AL-SAMARRAI AT BETHPAGE: Where to start? The abuse that swirled from the crowds and escalated into scenes of disgrace in this 45th edition of the match.

The 16-year-old took to her Instagram Story on Friday night to share a sweet clip of Noah proposing at her birthday party.

As the row over her casting grows, The Mail on Sunday can reveal the West End star had previously met with BBC bosses only to be told she had too much experience.

Amber Davies looked nervous as she made her Strictly Come Dancing debut with pro dancer Nikita Kuzmin on Saturday night's live show.

When he joined host Tess Daly to get feedback from the judges, Harry was overwhelmed with emotion after he confessed he thought he was 'didn't know if he would be able to walk again'.

Supermodel Naomi, 55, looked chic in a lace black top layered under a black and white jacket. She paired her jacket with tailored trousers and added inches to her frame in a pair of black stilettos.

Thomas Skinner's wife Sinead put on a brave face as she watched the Strictly star hit the dance floor for the first live show on Saturday night.

French police said the women died by suffocation or drowning after the overloaded boat set off for the UK at around 3.15am.

He's already become a firm favourite with daytime viewers through his regular This Morning appearances.

Tickets for the 2025 Ryder Cup were some of the most expensive in history, with a face value of $750 for the cheapest ticket. It appears some fans are willing to eat a massive loss.

It's the longest-running football television programme in the world. And for more than 60 years, the BBC 's Match Of The Day, with its iconic theme tune and prime-time Saturday-night slot.

For Florence Douglas it was a welcome part of her evening routine - a glass of wine to soothe the stresses of the day. But over time, the glass turned into a bottle.

The Left-wing media has spent much of this week gleefully 'debunking' Nigel Farage 's claim that Eastern European migrants have eaten swans taken from the Royal Parks.

KHADIJA KHAN: Hundreds of children across Britain are living as best they can with crippling neurological syndromes.

It was little wonder that in March 1955, after Churchill had informed her of his decision to finally retire, Queen Elizabeth was keen on granting the old bulldog nothing less than a Dukedom.

Osteoarthritis affects about ten million Britons. From diet swaps to supplements that work and exercises to ease the agony, here is the experts' guide to managing the pain.