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A report saying that Apple is preparing a new Apple Glasses type of headset, also says that will not be like a lighter Apple Vision Pro. "Apple Glass" won't feature AI In the short term, the expectation is that Apple will release its rumored AirPods update featuring sensors and cameras to register the environment around the wearer. Then Bloomberg says that those plus unspecified further sensors will be included in the glasses. Reportedly, Apple employees are even referring to the glasses as "AirPods for your face." In the devices' first generation, these glasses will not present any visual data to the wearer. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
When it comes to 3-in-1 travel chargers, I look at two main things: How fast it can charge my iPhone and how portable it is. I have tested plenty of travel chargers that aim to be as portable as possible by using lightweight materials or folding into a smaller footprint, but there usually seems to be some sort of compromise. But this new K4 Air by Kuxiu might be the most impressive option I’ve tested to date. This charger is just 8.5mm thin, weighs less than 120 g, and can wirelessly charge your iPhone at up to 25W. After spending a few weeks with it and traveling across the Atlantic, here is what you should know about the Kuxiu K4 Air. more…
While the timetable isn't clear, Apple is reportedly working on adding Face ID to the iPhone Duo . However, the effective engineering deadline for the late 2027 refresh is coming soon, and the feature may not make the cut. Face ID is coming to iPhone Duo, but when is anybody's guess Apple reportedly has two main priorities for the second-generation iPhone Duo. Those are, sensibly, adding Face ID , and adding an Action Button. We've spoken about the Action Button before, and the most likely implementation is a But, the loudest complaints we've heard about the model is about the lack of Face ID. A report on Sunday morning by Mark Gurman claims that prototypes exist with Face ID, with integration into having the VCSEL for the biometrics on the outer display. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Apple's plan for its AI-equipped smart glasses is to lean on integrations with a user's existing iPhone apps, in a similar way to the CarPlay-like HomeView. Apple's smart glasses will work with apps, but probably through Siri AI. Apple's long-rumored smart glasses are expected to lean on AI processing for its first release. However, the way that it functions with AI will be key to their success. Writing in Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg , Mark Gurman says Apple is expecting app developers to prepare for the eventual introduction of its smart glasses in 2027. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
