Norway eyes partial ban of smart glasses
Norway's government said on Oct 5 it wants a temporary ban on the use of smart glasses in certain public places, citing privacy concerns, notably recording images without the knowledge of those filmed.
Apple to tighten Mac data controls in guard against AI agents
Apple Inc said it plans to introduce new privacy controls for Mac users, warning of the growing risks around granting broad data access to third-party software, including artificial intelligence agents.
Qualcomm just inked a surprise Apple deal and announced the future of personal AI
Qualcomm – and most tech companies today – are pushing a narrative that artificial intelligence will change everything.
Samsung unveils smaller Galaxy SmartTag 3 with iPhone support
For the first time, iPhone users can also locate a SmartTag 3 through Samsung's iPhone app, although iPhones do not contribute to the tracking network.
Huawei predicts more smartphone price hikes due to memory crunch
Global smartphone and electronics brands from Apple Inc to Xiaomi Corp have seen their margins come under pressure this year, as an unprecedented AI buildout pushes up costs for various components.
Samsung unveils pricier tablets and a longer-lasting item tracker
Samsung Electronics Co introduced a pair of new Android-based tablets promising improved performance along with an upgraded SmartTag item tracker that offers better precision and longer-distance tracking capabilities than previous models.
Apple's redesigned MacBook Pro may bring OLED and touchscreen
US technology company Apple is preparing a major redesign of the MacBook Pro, potentially launching in October under the rumoured MacBook Ultra name.
OpenAI unveils low-cost AI model, a day after shelving Astra upgrade
OpenAI launched a new mid-range artificial intelligence model on Sept 29 at one-fifth the cost of its flagship offering, one day after scrapping an upgraded version deemed unreliable.
Complaints about Meta’s ‘pervert glasses’ won’t slow tech’s wearable gadgets drive
Meta's smart glasses are the latest in a line of products to raise eyebrows over privacy. That's not stopping other companies from creating similar devices.
New phones keep getting more expensive. The chips powering them are becoming more extreme, too
Qualcomm just announced a new chip designed for 'the best, most aspirational devices.'
