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Apple's slick UI and polished hardware could soon be on your face

 

Smart glasses are everywhere in the news this week, as Apple is reportedly working on its first entry into the world of face wearables. According to Bloomberg, the AI-powered glasses are set to arrive next year and will be able to translate in real time, play music, and take phone calls, making them similar to Meta's Ray-Ban glasses "but better made." That will set Apple up to go toe to toe with Google, which announced this week it is working on smart glasses of its own.

 

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This phone brought my dad back to life

 

The latest trick of widely-available AI is turning a still image into a short video, as seen on the Honor 400 Pro phone. One writer played around with this function, including using a photo of their deceased father, and was struck by the strange experience of seeing a fake video of him performing on stage. Is it providing a valuable connection to a now-gone loved one, or a sinister puppeting of someone who can't consent? The writer's conclusion: "Honestly? I really don't know how to feel about it."

 

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TCL CSOT pushes the boundaries of IJP OLED, MLED and more at Display Week 2025

 

TCL CSOT wowed attendees at SID Display Week 2025 with groundbreaking innovations in IJP OLED, MLED, and APEX technologies. From ultra-efficient inkjet OLED TVs to the world’s smallest silicon-based MLED for smart glasses, and even eco-forward APEX displays, TCL CSOT is reshaping the future of screens. Expect sharper visuals, smarter devices, and more sustainable tech in your home soon.

 

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Elden Ring is coming to the big screen, with Alex Garland directing

 

One of the most popular games of the decade, Elden Ring, is making its way to the big screen as a live-action movie. The dark fantasy will be adapted by director Alex Garland, known for his mind-bending sci-fi movies like Annihilation and Ex Machina, along with producer and distributor A24. There's no word on casting or expected release date yet, but keep a lookout for what will surely be one of the most hyped video game adaptations yet.

 

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