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Meta's planning a new AI pendant and expanding its smart glasses, aiming to boost its hardware business. They're also launching "Wearables for Work" for businesses. This comes after their hardware unit lost over $4 billion. Meta wants to sell 10 million wearables by late 2026, saying "they are eyeing growth" with new products.
Tired of checking your phone constantly? Smartwatches now handle calls and fitness better. These devices offer features like heart rate monitoring and Bluetooth calling, making them practical for workouts or busy days. The Amazfit GTR 3 Pro and realme Watch 5 are highlighted for their displays, battery life, and health tracking.
Amazon told staff to stop using AI just to use AI after shutting down its token leaderboard. A senior executive warned against using AI technology merely to improve standing rather than solve real problems. The company clarified it's focused on AI adoption for innovation and efficiency gains.
Google's new Gemini 3.5 Flash is here to help companies save money on AI. "Companies are already blowing through their annual token budgets and it's only May," said Pichai. This new model offers similar results to pricier ones but costs much less, helping businesses struggling with huge AI bills.
Qualcomm just launched its new Snapdragon C chip for cheap Windows laptops! They hope these machines, starting around $300, will compete with Apple's affordable MacBook Neo. Qualcomm said, "Snapdragon C platform" to power these new devices, aiming for good battery life and quiet performance for everyday tasks.
Defence funding is now flowing into Indian academic labs and startups, creating new technologies like drones and AI. Experts wonder if this spending can finally link India's scattered research efforts. Historically, military research has birthed many civilian technologies, like the internet. India's R&D spending is low, but this shift could change things.
Apple's first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Ultra, might be coming this September! A new leak shows its case, hinting at a super-slim design. It could have a dual-camera setup and a side fingerprint sensor instead of Face ID. The phone is expected to use Apple's new A20 Pro chip.
Vivo quietly launched its new T5 phone in some countries, and guess what? It has a massive 7200 mAh battery! This budget 4G phone also boasts a 50MP camera and a fast Snapdragon chip. It's designed for long use, perfect for calls and watching videos.
Samsung launched a massive 72 new TVs this week, including their Vision AI TV lineup with Micro RGB tech. Sony also unveiled its first "True RGB TV," and Philips dropped six soundbars. Plus, Asus brought India's first Snapdragon-powered PC. It was a packed week for new gadgets!
A young hacker played a viral song on a CBSE portal, showing security flaws. He claimed, "We managed to play the iconic Bad Apple video on CBSE's prod site," getting access to servers. This highlights issues with digital answer-sheet evaluation. CBSE, however, said the portal was a testing environment and not compromised.
This Bangalore startup is making WhatsApp shopping super easy with AI! Their platform, VibeFlow, helps businesses create chatbots that guide customers from finding products to tracking orders, all within WhatsApp. They're growing fast, with "over 1,000 companies currently use their platform." It's transforming how people shop online.
India's use of OpenAI's Codex has exploded, jumping 27 times since January! It's now a top global market, with people using it for more than just coding. As Pragya Misra said, "models actually go out and do the work for you," making it easier for everyone to build apps and websites.