Apple Unveils Advanced Theft-Deterrent Feature for iPhones in Latest iOS Update
December 13, 2023 – In a significant advancement in smartphone security, Apple Inc. has announced the launch of a groundbreaking feature for iPhones, designed to safeguard user data against theft and unauthorized access. This innovation emerges amidst a growing need for more robust security measures in the face of sophisticated threats. The feature, set to…
Apple’s Ambitious 5G Modem Project Faces Setbacks, Potential Delay to 2026
November 17, 2023 – In the latest edition of Power On by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, it is revealed that Apple’s in-house 5G modem development is facing significant challenges. Following Apple’s acquisition of a substantial portion of Intel’s smartphone business in 2019, the company embarked on the serious undertaking of developing its own modem hardware. However,…
Amazon’s Widespread Use of AI: Every Business Unit Impacted, Including 750,000 Robots
March 5, 2025 – At the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Vishal Sharma, Vice President of Amazon’s General AI, stated that “almost no business unit at Amazon is untouched by AI.” Additionally, he dismissed the notion that open source models can reduce computational requirements. During a startup conference, Sharma explained that Amazon is leveraging its…
Microsoft Ends Software Updates for First-Generation Surface Duo
September 13, 2023 – Microsoft has officially announced the end of software updates for the first-generation Surface Duo. This device made its debut back in September 2020 with an initial price tag of $1,399, or roughly 10,200 Chinese Yuan. At the time of its release, Microsoft committed to providing three years of Android updates, and…
OpenAI’s Ambitious Vision: Seeking Further Financial Support from Microsoft
November 13, 2023 – According to the Financial Times, OpenAI is planning to secure additional financial support from its largest investor, Microsoft, to realize the vision outlined by its CEO, Sam Altman, of creating computer software “as intelligent as humans.” In an interview, Sam Altman expressed that the collaboration with Microsoft has been “operating very…
Meta’s First AR Glasses to Be a ‘Time Machine’ for the Future
July 03, 2024 – Last week, Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, publicly discussed the company’s AR glasses prototype, hinting at its possible debut at Meta Connect 2024 in September. According to Zuckerberg, early testers have expressed great excitement after trying out the prototype. Echoing Zuckerberg’s sentiments, Meta’s Chief Technology Officer, Andrew Bosworth, spoke about…
Samsung Unveils Galaxy Book 3 Go: The Future of 5G Mobile Computing
December 27, 2023 – In a significant move to enhance mobile computing, Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Book 3 Go, a new notebook that marries the convenience of portability with powerful connectivity. This device isn’t just another iteration; it’s a gateway to the future, harnessing the power of 5G networks and operating on the intuitive…
TikTok Ban Would Harm Oracle’s Revenue and Profit, Company Warns
June 25, 2024 – Oracle, the American software giant, has issued a warning to investors about the potential impact of a new law that may ban TikTok in the United States. The law, signed by President Joe Biden in April, “will prohibit the provision of internet hosting services to TikTok” unless its parent company, ByteDance,…
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Urges Toyota to Embrace NACS Charging Standard
June 15, 2023 – Automakers across the globe are accelerating their efforts towards electrification, revolutionizing the future of transportation. As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to soar, major players in the industry are striving to develop innovative solutions that address the challenges of charging infrastructure. In recent weeks, a notable shift has occurred…
Microsoft Bids Farewell to Mobile Ambitions as Its Mobile Communication Company Gets Cancelled
March 08, 2024 – Recent reports from Tianyancha, a Chinese corporate information platform, reveal that Microsoft Mobile Communication Co., Ltd. has undergone a significant change in its business status, shifting from “active” to “cancelled.” Established in March 1995, the company boasted a rich history spanning 29 years and was led by Benjamin O. Orndorff as…