Ray-Ban Meta Glasses feature a circular 12-megapixel camera along with an LED light to inform people in front of the wearer that they are being recorded, ensuring privacy. People have been trying to hide this recording indicator for a while, however to no avail. But a car customisation company might have unfortunately found a way around.
CMF Neckband Pro and CMF Buds have been launched in India and global markets as the latest audio products by Nothing’s sub-brand on Tuesday, March 5. The two wearable devices were unveiled in a hybrid event in New Delhi led by Co-Founder and CEO Carl Pei. The Neckband Pro features a 50dB hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) whereas the CMF Buds gets a 42dB ANC support.
Google has started rolling out its usual monthly security patch. This time, it comes with the quarterly Pixel Feature Drop, which brings several new features for various Pixel devices across product categories. While all currently supported devices are eligible for the security update, only certain (read newer) Pixel devices will receive all the new software add-ons made available with the latest Feature Drop.
Itel Icon 2 will launch in India soon. The company has been teasing the smartwatch in the last few days. The teasers have hinted at the design of the upcoming watch and confirmed that it comes with a functional crown. Now a report suggests some key features of the awaited smart wearable.
Google makes its Pixel Watch models in a single-size variant, unlike Apple and Samsung, that make smartwatches in different sizes. Both the first Pixel Watch and the Pixel Watch 2 come in a 41mm diameter size. But the Pixel Watch 3 will reportedly have a 45mm size variant, as well. The update comes after a report in January said that the next Google Pixel Watch would be available in two sizes.
Apple has long been rumoured to be working on microLED displays for the flagship Watch Ultra smartwatch. Last month, reports said that the Cupertino, California-based company had delayed the Apple Watch Ultra with microLED display beyond 2026 over supply chain issues. Now, the iPhone maker is said to have cancelled the project altogether. According to a reliable analyst, Apple has struggled to make the product economically viable and has also laid off several people from the development team.
Oppo Watch X was launched in Malaysia on Thursday. The smartwatch appears to be the rebranded OnePlus Watch 2, which was unveiled at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 on February 26. The latest wearable features a 1.43-inch AMOLED display and is powered by the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chipset. It is available in Mars Brown and Platinum Black colour options.
Humane AI Pin could launch in India soon, a report quoted Co-founder, President and Chairman Imran Chaudhri as saying. Humane AI Pin was recently showcased at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in its first public viewing since it was launched in November 2023 exclusively in the US. The artificial intelligence (AI)-powered device, with a unique form factor and no display panel, quickly gained global attention.
Apple Vision Pro has seen a significant drop in demand since the device went on sale in the US, according to TF Securities International analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The percentage of customers returning the headset has also dropped, and the iPhone maker is expected to ship 50,000 more units than previously expected. Shipping times for the mixed reality headset are said to have improved, ahead of its anticipated debut in global markets later this year.
Honor CEO George Zhao revealed in an interview at the Mobile World Congress that the company is gearing up to launch its first clamshell-styled flip smartphone, which could be debuted later this year. Alongside, he also teased that the Chinese brand was working on a smart ring which would have a broader focus on health tracking.
Meta and LG announced a strategic collaboration on Wednesday which is focused on extended reality (XR) devices and technologies. Meta has been working in this space has has launched multiple Meta Quest headsets, which offer virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) experiences. Similarly, at the end of 2023, LG created an XR business unit within the Home Entertainment division to focus on building mixed-reality capable devices.
Meta is reportedly working on a new pair of smart glasses, and these could offer a true augmented reality (AR) experience. As per a report, Meta Orion true AR smart glasses are in advanced stages of development and could be unveiled and demoed at the company’s annual Connect event for developers. This device is said to be different from the Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses.
Wear OS 4 has reportedly received a tweak that can improve the battery life of upcoming smartwatch models. Google’s operating system is modifying how notifications are processed by sending them to a different system, and it is expected to improve the device’s battery life. The OnePlus Watch 2, which was unveiled on Monday at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024, is also reported to be the first smartphone to get this enhancement.
Meta Quest Pro 2 could be launched in Q1 2025, according to a report. A South Korean news publication states that the Facebook parent firm will partner with LG to build its next-generation premium XR headset that will compete with the Apple Vision Pro.
Oppo’s newly showcased Air Glass 3 augmented reality glasses are based on the older Air Glass 2 concept shown at MWC 2023. This time around, there’s new AI bits to power the whole experience including a recently announced large language model called AndesGPT that powers its voice assistant and generative AI capabilities and is partially used to navigate the wearable.
Samsung's Galaxy Ring could be launched at the company's second Galaxy Unpacked event in July this year alongside the next Galaxy Z foldable devices. The event is also said to see the debut of several other products including Galaxy Watch 7 series and Galaxy Buds 3.
Apple patented a smart ring with haptic feedback and pressure-sensitive input in August last year. But the iPhone maker hasn’t started active development on the device, according to a new report from Bloomberg. In fact, Apple could be considering a pair of new smart glasses to compete with Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses, and smarter AirPods with cameras and advanced sensors.
OnePlus Watch 2 has been unveiled at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 on February 26. The smartwatch has arrived with several upgrades. It is claimed to offer a battery life of up to 100 hours in Smart Mode, which can be extended up to 12 days in Power Saving Mode. The watch is powered by a dual-engine architecture and also comes with dual-frequency GPS connectivity.
Tecno unveiled its alternate reality (AR) gaming set and a robot dog at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in Barcelona. Tecno Pocket Go is claimed to be the world's first Windows-based AR gaming kit and promises a 6D immersive gaming experience. The Dynamic 1, on the other hand, is an AI-backed biomorphic dog that the company reportedly claims to be the "perfect pet-like companion for the future."
Samsung Galaxy Ring has been showcased at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in Barcelona, which is currently underway. The South Korean tech giant also revealed that its Samsung Health platform will play a vital role for the wearable in keeping track of the health vitals and offering insights to users. Samsung has also revealed that the Galaxy Ring will be available in three different colour options.
Xiaomi Watch 2, Xiaomi Watch S3, and Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro were unveiled globally at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in Barcelona on January 25. These smartwatches will soon be available in select markets including Europe. The company did not specify an India launch for any of the products yet.
Amazfit Active Edge was unveiled in India on February 23, Friday. Details about the smart wearable have been revealed by the company and it will be available for purchase in the country later this month. The smartwatch comes in three colour options, with a round dial, and is claimed to sport a rugged design.
Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 has officially been unveiled by the company on Thursday, February 22. It succeeds the Galaxy Fit 2, which was launched in September 2020, and comes with significant upgrades over it. The South Korean tech giant revealed that the display on the fitness tracker is 45 percent wider compared to its predecessor.
With the launch of the OnePlus Watch 2 set to take place on February 26, there’s more information gradually surfacing on the web. New information comes from an official source, which gives out details about its battery capacity and it sure seems interesting, when compared to the existing lot of Android-powered smartwatches.
OnePlus Watch 2 has been introduced ahead of its awaited launch at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024. The company has also revealed that it will be launched on February 26 at 8:30pm IST (4:00pm CET). The smartwatch comes three years after its predecessor OnePlus Watch debuted in 2021.
Apple is still expected to launch the fourth-generation AirPods and a new AirPods Max later this year, despite no new leaks, according to a report. In his newsletter, Apple analyst Mark Gurman said that Apple’s next-generation truly wireless stereo (TWS) earphones could arrive in two different variants and replace the second and third-generation AirPods.
OnePlus Watch 2 is expected to launch soon. Details about the smartwatch have been doing rounds of the rumour mill for the past few weeks. The purported model is expected to succeed the OnePlus Watch which was unveiled in India in April 2021. Now the company has officially teased the watch and a tipster has hinted at the launch timeline of the watch.
Huawei Vision, a product rumoured to be under works, might offer stiff competition to Apple Vision Pro, a report highlighted. Apple launched its $3,499 (roughly Rs. 2.9 lakh) mixed-reality headset in the market earlier this month, powered by an M2 and an R1 chip while featuring 12 cameras. But now, Huawei's wearable device said to be named Huawei Vision, could edge its Cupertino-based rival in multiple parameters.
Apple Vision Pro is witnessing a significant rate of return because of five specific pain points, a report has highlighted. The headset, which went on sale on February 2 in the US, has now crossed the two-week mark where the company allows users to return products. It turns out that several users who bought the headset during the first few days of its sale are now returning it owing to various issues.
Apple has applied for the patent of a new sensor for its Apple Watch that could allow it to track the sweat measurement of a user. On Thursday, a patent application from Apple was spotted at the US Patent and Trademark Office that mentioned embodiments for determining the perspiration metric of a user.
Apple Vision Pro now supports spatial games that allow users to play games while wearing the mixed reality headset. Apple Arcade subscribers can access titles like Bloons TD 6+, Cut the Rope 3, Game Room, Illustrated, Jetpack Joyride 2, LEGO Builder's Journey, Patterned, stitch., Super Fruit Ninja, Synth Riders, What the Golf?, and Wylde Flowers. Meanwhile, Apple has also confirmed that Alto's Odyssey: The Lost City, Gibbon: Beyond the Trees, and Spire Blast are coming to the Apple Vision Pro.
Honor launched the Honor Choice Earbuds X5, its latest pair of truly wireless stereo (TWS) earphones on Thursday. The earphones debuted alongside the Honor X9b smartphone and the Honor Choice Watch at a launch event streamed live on YouTube. The Earbuds X5 follows the in-ear form factor and comes with active noise cancellation (ANC).
Honor Choice Watch was launched in India on February 15 alongside the Honor X9b 5G and Honor Choice X5 TWS earphones. The smartwatch comes with a rectangular AMOLED display, a metallic body and interchangeable silicone straps. It is offered in two colour options and supports more than 120 sports modes and over 100 watch faces.
Apple Vision Pro went on sale in the US for the first time on February 2. With the company's stipulated 14-day return window drawing closer, there is a rising trend of early buyers returning the headset. A recent report claims that most people are returning due to major physical discomforts, while others are also experiencing productivity issues.
Apple Vision Pro was unveiled earlier this month on February 2 in the US with support for over 600 dedicated applications. It is the first mixed-reality headset from the Cupertino-based tech giant. A company executive has now announced that the AR/VR headset now supports more dedicated applications than it was launched with.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has posted his review of the Apple Vision Pro on Instagram. In a 3-minute long video, he went through the various aspects of the mixed-reality headset by the Cupertino-based tech giant and compared it to Meta’s own Quest headsets. Sharing his opinions, he said, “Quest is the better product, period.”
Samsung Galaxy AI features are now coming to Galaxy Buds 2, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, and Galaxy Buds FE. In an announcement on Tuesday (February 13), the South Korean tech giant revealed that it is rolling out an over-the-air (OTA) update that will add the capabilities of its artificial intelligence system to the earbuds.
Honor Choice Watch is confirmed to launch in India on February 15. The watch is expected to be a remodelled version of the Honor Choice Haylou Watch. HonorTech CEO Madhav Sheth teased the watch in January with an unboxing video where the design of the upcoming smart wearable was first revealed. The company has also confirmed some key specifications of the watch ahead of its launch.
Apple Vision Pro might take a few years until the mixed reality headset reaches its 'ideal form', people working on the device told Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. While the company's Vision Pro headset currently has software bugs, it could one day replace the iPad, Gurman states in his review.
Xiaomi Watch 2 might be launched soon as it was recently spotted at several European retailers, according to a report. The smartwatch has not been announced by the company yet, but the retail model gives some insight into what the wearable could be like. It will reportedly feature a Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 SoC and run on Wear OS.
iOS 18 will arrive later this year with a massive visual overhaul that includes visual elements from visionOS, according to a report. The iPhone maker is set to infuse its next iPhone OS update with a new design that draws inspiration from the Apple Vision Pro operating system.
Redmi Buds 5 have been launched in India as the latest true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds from the Chinese electronic brand. The earbuds come with an AirPods-like semi-in-ear design and offer an active noise cancellation (ANC) feature to reduce external noise by 46dB. The Redmi Buds 5 pack 12.4mm dynamic Titanium drivers and are claimed to deliver up to 38 hours of battery life.
Frame AI Glasses, a wearable AI product, has been announced by Brilliant Labs. The firm claims that the Frame AI Glasses can feel like “your glasses gave you AI superpowers”, and offers features such as real-time visual analysis, live web search, text translation, and more. The device is currently available for pre-orders and Brilliant Labs expects to start shipping by April.
Apple persuaded a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit by a Silicon Valley startup accusing it of illegally monopolizing the US market for heart rate monitoring apps for its Apple Watch.
Sennheiser Accentum Plus headphones have been launched in India on Wednesday (February 7). The new over-the-ear Bluetooth headphones are available in two colour options and are said to deliver up to 50 hours of playback time. They sport 37mm dynamic drivers alongside inbuilt dual beamforming microphones for noise reduction. Sennheiser offers sound personalisation options through multiple sound modes and an inbuilt 5-band equaliser.
Apple‘s long-rumoured transition to microLED display technology for its Apple Watch series may not happen anytime soon. A new report by a Korean publication suggests that the Apple Watch Ultra with microLED display will arrive in 2027 at the earliest.
The Apple Vision Pro launched last week with sales reportedly crossing 200,000 units before the mixed reality headset hit retail stores in the country. Apple’s first release in a new product category since it introduced the first Apple Watch nearly a decade ago is currently only available in the US, but the company plans to bring the Vision Pro to markets in China, Canada and the UK next. That might be happening soon. A new report claims that the headset will arrive in the Chinese market in the coming months.
Amazfit Active Smartwatch was launched in India on February 7. The company has revealed the price of the upcoming smartwatch and some of its key features. It gets three colour options and will be available for purchase starting February 10. The smart wearable carries a 1.75-inch AMOLED display and is compatible with the Zepp App.
Buyers of Apple’s new Vision Pro headset are finding it can be a major hassle if they lose their passcode. The company is telling users who forget their code — typically a series of digits — that they’ll have to bring the device to a store or mail it to AppleCare customer support if they want to get it working again. Apple will then erase and reset it.
YouTube is reportedly planning to launch an official app for the Apple Vision Pro headset, according to the company. Last month, YouTube said it wouldn't allow users to access the iPad version of its video streaming app on the Vision Pro, but now the company said that it is working on adding support for a native visionOS app.
Samsung Galaxy Ring was teased at the Galaxy Unpacked event on January 17. It was claimed to launch as a health and fitness tracker compatible with the Samsung Health suite. Several leaks since then have hinted at key features and design elements that the smart ring may launch with. Now, a company executive has confirmed its launch timeline.
