Meta is taking the Horizon OS that powers its Quest headsets and opening it up to hardware licensees including Lenovo and ASUS. This could backfire but it pressures Google and provides a broader coalition against Apple’s Vision Pro.
Read MoreThe overwhelmingly negative reviews of Humane’s Ai Pin have generated controversy. What can Humane fix, what can’t be fixed, and what does this mean for the AI accessory category?
Read MoreApple has been so successful building out its hardware ecosystem that there are multiple options for wirelessly charging an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. This report explains the state of mobile ecosystems and reviews three multi-charging options.
Read MoreThis year’s Mobile World Congress was a return to crowded halls, Chinese OEMs, laptops, wearables, and a continuation of AI demos from last MWC (and CES). There were also the trends that should have been but weren’t.
Read MoreMeta CEO Mark Zuckerberg posted a short video to Instagram with bold claims about the Meta Quest 3 vs. the Apple Vision Pro. It's worth a watch — and some quick analysis.
Read MoreI put nearly a dozen smart glasses and spatial computing rigs on my face at CES and got a chance to assess the state of smart glasses and spatial computing just ahead of Apple Vision Pro availability.
Read MoreIt’s CES week, so we must be getting details on Apple Vision Pro?
Read MoreHumane is launching a stand-alone $700 AI pin that you wear on your chest, works via voice and laser projection onto your hand, and requires a $24/month subscription.
Read MoreAmazon is serious about integrating generative AI into Alexa, even if a direct monetization model isn't clear. It is surrounding that LLM with a slew of new hardware, including a home hub, WiFi 7 router, soundbar, smart glasses, and more.
Read MoreSamsung is bringing back the "FE" brand but repositioning it as a permanent sub-brand across multiple products. It’s a good idea.
Read MoreAfter attending Apple’s Event with briefings and hands-on, here are my key takeaways for the iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9.
Read MoreIn the weeks since Techsponential got heads-on with the Apple Vision Pro , we have been asked numerous questions from journalists, Apple partners and resellers, and Apple competitors. This report provides a comprehensive look at the hardware, software, ecosystem, and implications of Apple’s entry into AR and VR.
Read MoreI attended Apple’s WWDC today and got a heads-on demo of Apple's new Apple Vision Pro headset. This report covers first impressions and snap analysis. This is a new platform; Techsponential will have additional reports — especially around competitive response — in the future.
Read MoreMWC was back in force in 2023. This report covers the themes, announcements, and analysis from the show: satellite telephony, new smartphones, concept devices, U.S. carriers in Europe, and more.
Read MoreCES 2023 had no specific, overarching theme, but within each market segment, there were trends and highlights. This report covers Computing, Hybrid Work, Mobile (Phones, Wearables, and Tablets), IoT, AR & VR, and TV
Read MoreApple eliminating the 3.5mm headphone jack has opened opportunities for audio accessories, both its own, from mobile accessory vendors, and the audio world. ifi Audio’s new GO link is an attempt to bridge the gap between audiophiles and regular consumers.
Read MoreQualcomm’s mid-cycle Snapdragon flagship refresh is more substantial than just a slight performance increase, the latest 7-series chipset is aiming at Asian gaming phones, and its XR division hits a significant milestone.
Read MoreXiaomi continues the trend towards Chinese brands pushing flagship phone prices higher, but keeps its traditional value proposition in the mid-tier.
Read MoreMWC 2022 happened IRL this year, with sizeable - though smaller - crowds. Techsponential went to Barcelona to get hands on with new devices, see how the market is evolving, and meet with people we haven’t seen outside of Zoom in three years.
Read MoreThere has been a lot written about CES by press and analysts covering the show remotely; Techsponential attended live. Here are thoughts on what the show was like, and key announcements from the event.
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