Beaverlab's new AI-powered telescope, the Finder TW2, is crowdfunding on Indiegogo. It offers 4K imaging at a lower cost than premium smart telescopes, with AI-enhanced images, a touchscreen, and portable design. While good for moon and sun viewing, it struggles with other celestial objects, especially in less-than-ideal conditions. Its camera is compatible with other telescopes, but overall performance may not meet expectations for comprehensive night sky viewing.
Baidu plans to unveil AI-powered smart glasses at its annual event in Shanghai, featuring cameras and voice interaction based on its AI model. The product aims to compete with Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses in China.
OpenAI has hired Meta's former AR hardware lead to spearhead their hardware efforts, initially focusing on robotics and partnerships. This move aligns with OpenAI's collaboration with Jony Ive on AI-powered hardware, aiming to redefine human-technology interaction.
Apple is developing a feature to prevent voice assistants from responding to unintended triggers in adverts. Using the Shazam API, it matches audio from device microphones against downloaded fingerprints. When matched, the Siri trigger is disabled. Currently in the HomePod's software, it may expand to other Apple devices.
Samsung has unveiled a new version of its Bixby AI assistant, powered by large language model technology. Currently exclusive to certain Samsung foldable phones in China, it features improved understanding of complex instructions, information extraction from on-screen content, and context retention in conversations. It supports text and voice input, and can be accessed from any screen. Samsung has not announced global availability plans.
OpenAI and Apple are exploring AR smart glasses development. OpenAI hired Meta's former AR hardware lead, while Apple is conducting internal research on AR glasses. These moves, following Apple's Vision Pro launch, suggest major tech companies see AI-integrated AR glasses as a potential future consumer product.
Major tech companies are developing AI-powered augmented reality (AR) devices, expected by 2027. These wearable devices will offer context-aware guidance. Meta has launched AI-powered Ray-Bans and demonstrated prototype AR glasses. Other tech giants are also investing in this technology. The development raises privacy concerns and potential risks of AI-powered manipulation, prompting calls for regulatory focus.
