After years in the making, Google announced Android XR, its virtual and augmented reality platform developed with Qualcomm and Samsung.
But where Android XR and Gemini 2.0 truly shine is smart glasses, which Google considers a lifestyle product rather than a game console or a productivity device.
To make them slimmer, Google offloads some computing to a connected phone.
To make them slimmer, Google offloads some computing to a connected phone.
#Google broadened the horizons of its mobile OS with Android XR.
First teased at Unpacked last year, Google has finally unveiled Android XR, a virtual and augmented reality platform developed together with Qualcomm and Samsung.
The first Android XR device, Project Moohan, is a virtual reality headset. On VR headsets, the platform supports both passthrough mode and immersive experiences, as well as regular Android apps. AI features like Circle to Search and Gemini 2.0 are integrated with the OS. Developers can build XR apps with new libraries, including one for the Unity game engine.
But where Android XR truly shines is smart glasses, which Google considers a lifestyle product. There, Gemini is shown understanding the world, offering smart suggestions, as well as functioning as a virtual assistant, in demos which bring back memories of the concept video the company released 12 years ago to show their vision for Google Glass.
Other details on Android XR remain scarce.
@thetechdroid
First teased at Unpacked last year, Google has finally unveiled Android XR, a virtual and augmented reality platform developed together with Qualcomm and Samsung.
The first Android XR device, Project Moohan, is a virtual reality headset. On VR headsets, the platform supports both passthrough mode and immersive experiences, as well as regular Android apps. AI features like Circle to Search and Gemini 2.0 are integrated with the OS. Developers can build XR apps with new libraries, including one for the Unity game engine.
But where Android XR truly shines is smart glasses, which Google considers a lifestyle product. There, Gemini is shown understanding the world, offering smart suggestions, as well as functioning as a virtual assistant, in demos which bring back memories of the concept video the company released 12 years ago to show their vision for Google Glass.
Other details on Android XR remain scarce.
@thetechdroid
#OpenAI brings ChatGPT to phones - and not just smartphones.
Now, if you need help and are in the US, you can call the AI assistant at 1-800-CHATGPT (1-800-242-8478). It uses the same technology as the Advanced Voice Mode feature. Users who prefer text or who are in other countries can chat with it using WhatsApp.
This version has a daily conversation limit. Users will be notified once they are about to reach it, at which point they should continue in the ChatGPT app or on the website. Additionally, custom instructions aren't supported.
@thetechdroid
Now, if you need help and are in the US, you can call the AI assistant at 1-800-CHATGPT (1-800-242-8478). It uses the same technology as the Advanced Voice Mode feature. Users who prefer text or who are in other countries can chat with it using WhatsApp.
This version has a daily conversation limit. Users will be notified once they are about to reach it, at which point they should continue in the ChatGPT app or on the website. Additionally, custom instructions aren't supported.
@thetechdroid
#Galaxy Unpacked is coming - and now we know when.
Evan Blass, also known as evleaks, shared the teaser for next year's Galaxy Unpacked event. The date was revealed - the event will take place on January 22.
The teaser shows a blue star formed by 4 phones. The star is likely hinting at Galaxy AI, as Bixby is rumored to get a major upgrade next year. The phones, however, reveal a more interesting detail.
The phones are likely the upcoming Galaxy S25 series. Three of them are likely the Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra. The fourth might be the rumored Galaxy S25 Slim (or Galaxy S25 Special Edition), a new high-end flagship. It is rumored to have a 6.6-inch display, a 200MP primary camera and a battery between 4700mAh and 5000mAh.
Alongside it, Samsung will likely tease Project Moohan, its virtual reality headset powered by Android XR.
@thetechdroid
Evan Blass, also known as evleaks, shared the teaser for next year's Galaxy Unpacked event. The date was revealed - the event will take place on January 22.
The teaser shows a blue star formed by 4 phones. The star is likely hinting at Galaxy AI, as Bixby is rumored to get a major upgrade next year. The phones, however, reveal a more interesting detail.
The phones are likely the upcoming Galaxy S25 series. Three of them are likely the Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra. The fourth might be the rumored Galaxy S25 Slim (or Galaxy S25 Special Edition), a new high-end flagship. It is rumored to have a 6.6-inch display, a 200MP primary camera and a battery between 4700mAh and 5000mAh.
Alongside it, Samsung will likely tease Project Moohan, its virtual reality headset powered by Android XR.
@thetechdroid
Happy new year!
Time does fly fast - this year, there were many major tech announcements. Google came back to virtual and augmented reality, ready to compete with Meta who brought AR glasses to the next level with its Orion prototype. OpenAI released its first reasoning model, while Apple announced AI features in iOS. HMD offered a refreshing take on smartphones with HMD Skyline. And of course, we can't forget the CrowdStrike incident from July and the potential acquisition of Intel.
Meanwhile, we improved our post format, with more event recaps, alongside a shift in content. And next year, Technodroid turns 5 years old.
Wishing all of our subscribers a happy and prosperous 2025, filled with impressive new tech.
@thetechdroid
Time does fly fast - this year, there were many major tech announcements. Google came back to virtual and augmented reality, ready to compete with Meta who brought AR glasses to the next level with its Orion prototype. OpenAI released its first reasoning model, while Apple announced AI features in iOS. HMD offered a refreshing take on smartphones with HMD Skyline. And of course, we can't forget the CrowdStrike incident from July and the potential acquisition of Intel.
Meanwhile, we improved our post format, with more event recaps, alongside a shift in content. And next year, Technodroid turns 5 years old.
Wishing all of our subscribers a happy and prosperous 2025, filled with impressive new tech.
@thetechdroid
❤2
A smartphone that can also be an e-reader? Say no more.
This is TCL 60 XE NXTPAPER 5G, announced at CES 2025. This phone has a physical switch that activates Max Ink Mode, switching the display to an e-ink color scheme. Together with the NXTPAPER 4.0 display, which has a matte coating, it can mimic the feeling of an e-reader, with the battery life to match. Max Ink Mode can also be used to reduce distractions. This phone also has 256GB of internal storage, 8GB of RAM and a 50MP camera. It will be exclusively available in the US.
Alongside it, TCL also announced NXTPAPER 11 Plus, a tablet with this technology.
#CES2025@thetechdroid
This is TCL 60 XE NXTPAPER 5G, announced at CES 2025. This phone has a physical switch that activates Max Ink Mode, switching the display to an e-ink color scheme. Together with the NXTPAPER 4.0 display, which has a matte coating, it can mimic the feeling of an e-reader, with the battery life to match. Max Ink Mode can also be used to reduce distractions. This phone also has 256GB of internal storage, 8GB of RAM and a 50MP camera. It will be exclusively available in the US.
Alongside it, TCL also announced NXTPAPER 11 Plus, a tablet with this technology.
#CES2025@thetechdroid
👍2
Lenovo's concept rollable laptop is now a reality: this is the ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable AI PC.