Apple's AI wearable, rumored to be as small as an AirTag and featuring multiple cameras, a speaker, and microphones, is on track for release in 2027. The device will reportedly have wireless charging and is expected to be integrated into the iPhone, Mac, and iPad operating systems. Apple has been quietly developing its artificial intelligence capabilities, with Siri set to receive a major overhaul that could make it more conversational and user-friendly.
Meanwhile, Sony and TCL are partnering on a new business venture that will give TCL control over Sony's home entertainment products. The deal is expected to be completed by April 2027, although regulatory approval remains uncertain. Sony will retain its premium Bravia TV brand but will cede significant control to the new joint venture.
Asus has announced that it will exit the smartphone market, citing a decision to focus on PCs and AI-focused products like smart glasses and robotics. The move comes after Asus struggled to compete with larger manufacturers in the increasingly crowded smartphone space. Existing devices will still be supported, but there won't be any new mobile releases from the company in 2026.
In other tech news, Nex Computer's latest device, the NexPhone, can run three operating systems: Android, Linux, and Windows. The phone features a 6.58-inch screen with a 120-Hz refresh rate and comes equipped with 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and a 64-MP camera. The NexPhone is priced at $549, with customers able to reserve one now for a refundable deposit of $199, which will be applied when the device ships in the third quarter of 2026.
Meanwhile, Sony and TCL are partnering on a new business venture that will give TCL control over Sony's home entertainment products. The deal is expected to be completed by April 2027, although regulatory approval remains uncertain. Sony will retain its premium Bravia TV brand but will cede significant control to the new joint venture.
Asus has announced that it will exit the smartphone market, citing a decision to focus on PCs and AI-focused products like smart glasses and robotics. The move comes after Asus struggled to compete with larger manufacturers in the increasingly crowded smartphone space. Existing devices will still be supported, but there won't be any new mobile releases from the company in 2026.
In other tech news, Nex Computer's latest device, the NexPhone, can run three operating systems: Android, Linux, and Windows. The phone features a 6.58-inch screen with a 120-Hz refresh rate and comes equipped with 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and a 64-MP camera. The NexPhone is priced at $549, with customers able to reserve one now for a refundable deposit of $199, which will be applied when the device ships in the third quarter of 2026.